Classification

[mnz]

I'm new to this whole BMW thing. Haven't yet got a repair manual (on order) & the service guide is all in Japanese.
Just acquired a 1989 318i & would like to know more about Beemers. First of all where can I find info on the classification system for BMWs eg 318, E21, E40. Can't find a thing about it on the BMW site or via Google.
Any online maintenance tips?

No doubt will have more questions

 

[OreoGaborio]

if you're talkin about the chasis designations... look no further than my buddy's thread on e30sport.net - http://www.e30sport.net/viewtopic.php?t=6144

here's some helpfull links about the specific differences between all the e30 models - http://www.geocities.com/empower99/differences.html

third of all... welcome to the BMW enthusiast community... and 'round here, we dun call them "'bimmers" not "beemers" ... it's a historical thing... true enthusiasts differentiate between the motorcycles & cars by calling the cars bimmers & the bikes beemers.... don't worry, you'll get used to it

and if u want the whole story behind how that came to be, lemme know, i'll give u my quick version

 

[mnz]

thanks

Excellent...many thanks. Bimmers ay...may get some getting used to...I can learn. Love the car already by the way

 

[Rukus]

when you call a BMW a bimmer, it makes you sound way more intelligent.

atleast i think so. LOL