BMW Car Magazine is the world’s number 1 magazine for all things BMW, independently written for real enthusiasts. News of all the latest developments and future projects, as well as regular features on classic’s, make this magazine essential reading for fans of this prodigious marque. The pages of BMW Car Magazine will keep you fully up to date with all the latest releases from the BMW production line and give a unique insight into the cutting-edge technologies powering the cars. Expect in-depth commentary on all the latest features and specs of your favourite models as well as plenty of magical stories about the all-time classic beamers. It doesn't stop there though as BMW Car Magazine also takes you under the hood of the top tuning firms to give you unrivalled insight into their unique upgrade packages!

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VISION iNEXT BECOMES iX • One year ahead of its launch, the BMW Vision iNEXT has become the iX…

REMOTE SOFTWARE UPGRADE • BMW Group has undertaken the biggest remote software upgrade in its history –_bringing enhancements to Operating System 7 on 750,000 vehicles globally.

BMW UK LAUNCHES ACCIDENT SUPPORT SERVICE • In an industry first, BMW has launched a free support service for drivers in the aftermath of an accident.

Corner Chaser • Built in the early 1970s, the 2002tii is arguably one of the prettiest and sportiest compact classics – 2002 Turbo aside. We drive this ex-UK car in South Africa’s picturesque Winelands.

Agility Trial • Based on the G21 M340i, the Alpina B3 Touring could well be all the BMW you’ll ever need. We take it to the Yorkshire Dales to find out why.

BOB HARPER • Bob isn’t very impressed by BMW’s new iX…

ELLIOTT STILING • Elliott discusses the UK government’s ban on ICE cars by 2030.

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BMW Leads Into Championship Finalé • A podium for Colin Turkington and three points finishes for Tom Oliphant helped Team BMW maintain the lead in both the Teams’ and Manufacturers’ standings on an otherwise challenging British Touring Car Championship weekend at Croft.

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M440i xDrive • Until the new M4 arrives in 2021 the M440i xDrive is the rangetopping G22 4 Series – we drive the 374hp coupé on UK roads.

iX3 • After the radical i3, BMW chose a more conservative approach for its new mass-production electric car, the new iX3. Is it too middle-of-the-road?

Engine Focus: M70 V12 • It is over 30-years since BMW’s first post war V12 engine was launched with the arrival of the E32 750iL.

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E30 M3 Evo II Vs E31 850CSi • These two legendary classics can be bought today for similar money, but which iconic BMW makes for the best buy?

Back to Basics • Is it time to give to the E36/5 Compact another chance? We take a nearly box-fresh 318ti out across damp Peak District roads to find out.

E60 535d Saloon • In terms of bang for your buck, BMW’s E60 535d Saloon leads the diesel field. But make sure you buy a cherished example.

Fitting an E36 M3 Bumper • Fit an M3 bumper to your E36 in a weekend – Andrew Everett shows us how it is done…

Our Cars • Welcome to BMW Car magazine’s fleet of vehicles… Here we share the trials and tribulations – both good and bad – of running a range of BMWs in the real world…

Weight Watchers • Rob applies a Porsche ethos to his 2002…

Dear Diary • Bob updates us on the entire Harper fleet…

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TROUBLE SHOOTER • Is your N Series BMW engine leaking oil? On four-cylinder petrols the oil filter housing gasket is the worst offender, but it is an easy to...