In this six-part video series, Cars.co.za collaborated with BMW Group South Africa to take a deep dive into the history of this iconic brand in South Africa. In the process of filming this series, we assembled a never-seen-before gathering of classic ‘Werke cars.
This BMW series represents an unprecedented attempt to visually showcase, for the first time, the South African ‘Werke story, as told by the cars themselves.
The iconic Munich car brand that has woven itself into the fabric of South African motoring and culture. We even have our very own proudly South African nicknames for iconic models.
In many ways, South Africa has played an important role in the story of the brand itself. A number of unique models were developed and sold in our market which went on to inspire the development of models for the global market. Some of the most celebrated rare BMW performance cars, are uniquely South African homologation specials. Highlighting the deep history of customer demand and technical development within the local market.
Presented by radio and motoring personality, Jacob Moshokoa, the series also features interviews with key players in the history of the company in South Africa. All of whom played pivotal roles in building the brand and the cars themselves.
Keen on buying the BMW book mentioned in the video? Buy it here!
6 Highly Collectable SA Special Editions
BMW 530 MLE: Restoration of an SA icon
Order a 1/18 scale model of a BMW from SentiMETAL
Order a A2 or A3 print of a 325iS, 333i, or other unique-to-SA BMWs
Other ’50 Years’ series episodes:
Mzansi’s love for BMW M cars – SA Chronicles (Ep 6)
The story behind BMW’s iconic TV adverts + BMW SA exports – SA Chronicles (Ep 5)
BMW 333i and 325iS – SA Chronicles (Ep 4)
