The Usual Stuff

Thursday 29 October 2009

BMW E46 M3


BMW Colors



BMW E46 M3 Coupe


Color: Number: Year:

Alpinweiss II 300 2001 - 2003
Alpinweiss III 300 2003 - present
Imolarot II 405 2001 - present
Laguna Seca 448 2001 - 2003
Schwarz II 668 2001 - present

Carbonschwarz Metallic 415 2001 - present
Interlagosblau Metallic A30 2005 - present
Mysticblau Metallic A07 2003 - present
Phoenixgelb Metallic 445 2001 - 2005
Silbergrau Metallic A08 2003 - present
Titansilber Metallic 354 2001 - present




BMW E46 M3 Convertible


Color: Number: Year:

Alpinweiss II 300 2002 - 2003
Alpinweiss III 300 2003 - 2006
Imolarot II 405 2002 - 2006
Laguna Seca 448 2002 - 2003
Schwarz II 668 2001 - 2006

Carbonschwarz Metallic 415 2002 - 2006
Mysticblau Metallic A07 2003 - 2006
Phoenixgelb Metallic 445 2002 - 2005
Silbergrau Metallic A08 2003 - 2006
Titansilber Metallic 354 2002 - 2006
Topazblau Metallic 364 2002 - 2003


BMW Specifications



BMW E46 M3 Coupe


Model: Engine: Power: Topspeed: Year:

M3 S54 6 cylinder 343 HP 250 km/h 2000 - present




BMW E46 M3 Convertible


Model: Engine: Power: Topspeed: Year:

M3 S54 6 cylinder 343 HP 250 km/h 2001 - 2006



BMW Scale Models



BMW E46 M3 Coupe


Model: Color: Manufacturer: Scale:

M3 Imolarot BMW 1:18
M3 Titansilber BMW 1:18
M3 Black Auto Art 1:18
M3 Yellow Auto Art 1:18
M3 Topasblau Metallic BMW 1:43
M3 Titansilber Metallic BMW 1:43
M3 Carbonschwarz Metallic BMW 1:43
M3 Red Minichamps 1:43
M3 Black Minichamps 1:43
M3 White Minichamps 1:43
M3 Yellow Minichamps 1:43
M3 Laguna Seca Herpa 1:87
M3 Titansilber Metallic Herpa 1:87
M3 Phoenixgelb Metallic Herpa 1:87

M3 CSL Grey Metallic Kyosho 1:18
M3 CSL Grey Metallic AutoArt 1:18
M3 CSL Black Metallic AutoArt 1:18

M3 GTR Red Minichamps 1:18
M3 GTR Blue Metallic Minichamps 1:18
M3 GTR Black Metallic Minichamps 1:18
M3 GTR Silver Metallic Minichamps 1:18
M3 GTR Green Metallic Minichamps 1:18
M3 GTR Yellow Metallic Minichamps 1:18
M3 GTR Black Metallic Minichamps 1:43
M3 GTR Silver Metallic Minichamps 1:43

M3 GTR ALMS 2001 #42 various Minichamps 1:43
M3 GTR ALMS 2001 #43 various Minichamps 1:43

M3 GTR Nurburgring 2003 #42 various Minichamps 1:43




BMW E46 M3 Convertible


Model: Color: Manufacturer: Scale:

M3 Laguna Seca BMW 1:18
M3 Carbonschwarz Metallic BMW 1:18
M3 Laguna Seca BMW 1:43
M3 Titansilber Metallic BMW 1:43
M3 Red Minichamps 1:43
M3 Blue Metallic Minichamps 1:43
M3 Imolarot BMW 1:87
M3 Laguna Seca BMW 1:87
M3 Titansilber Metallic BMW 1:87





BMW E36 M3


The E36 M3 was introduced at the end of 1992. It came available in 1993.
This model had a six cylinder engine with 286 HP. It had a top speed of 250 km/h.
In 1994 the M3 convertible and sedan came available. In 1995 the M3 received a
small face lift and a new engine. The orange indicators were replaced by clear
ones and a six speed gear box was standard now. The new engine now had 321 HP.
The sedan went out of production in 1997. The coupe and convertible were
available until 1999. A new E46 M3 will be available in 2000.

BMW Colors



BMW E36 M3


No colors available


BMW Specifications



BMW E36 M3 Sedan


Model: Engine: Power: Topspeed: Year:

M3 S50 6 cylinder 286 HP 250 km/h 1994 - 1996
M3 S52 6 cylinder 321 HP 250 km/h 1996 - 1997




BMW E36 M3 Coupe


Model: Engine: Power: Topspeed: Year:

M3 S50 6 cylinder 286 HP 250 km/h 1992 - 1996
M3 S52 6 cylinder 321 HP 250 km/h 1996 - 1999




BMW E36 M3 Convertible


Model: Engine: Power: Topspeed: Year:

M3 S50 6 cylinder 286 HP 250 km/h 1994 - 1996
M3 S52 6 cylinder 321 HP 250 km/h 1996 - 2000



BMW Scale Models



BMW E36 M3 Coupe






Model: Color: Manufacturer: Scale:

M3 GTR Art Car various Minichamps 1:18


Sunday 25 October 2009

BMW E30 M3


The first M3 was introduced in 1986. It was based on the E30 3 series.
It had a four cylinder engine with 200 HP. It was also available with catalist.
This model had 195 HP. In 1989 the M3 received a new engine with 215 HP.
There was also a convertible available. This model was introduced in 1988 and
was available until 1991. This model had a four cylinder with 200 HP.
In 1992 a new M3 was introduced so the E30 M3 went out of production.


Evolution 2: This model was available in 1988 as Evolution 2.
The Evolution 2 had a 2.3 litre engine with 220 HP and a top speed of 244 km/h.
Some differences between the standard M3 and the Evolution 2 included a higher
compression ratio, some lighter bodyparts, a deeper front spoiler and bigger wheels.
The Evolution 2 was available in Misano Red, Macao Blue or Nogaro Silver.
There were only 501 build between March and May 1988.

Evolution 3: This model was available in 1990 as Sport Evolution.
The Evolution 3 was available in red or black only and had grey cloth or black
leather Recaro bucket seats. The engine was a 2.5 litre 16 valve wich had 238 HP.
The front and rear spoilers recieved adjustable splitters and BMW fitted the optional
16 inch cross spoke wheels as standard. Also standard was a suede steering wheel,
a suede gearknob, a suede handbrake grip and a three way adjustable suspension.



BMW Colors



BMW E30 M3 Sedan


Color: Number: Year:

Alpinweiss 218 -
Brillantrot 308 -
Zinoberrot - -

Diamantschwarz Metallic 181 -
Lachssilber Metallic - -
Sterlingsilber Metallic 244 -




BMW E30 M3 Convertible


Color: Number: Year:

Alpinweiss 218 -
Brillantrot 308 -

Diamantschwarz Metallic 181 -



BMW Specifications



BMW E30 M3 Sedan


Model: Engine: Power: Topspeed: Year:

M3 S14 4 cylinder 195 HP 225 km/h 1986 - 1989
M3 kat S14 4 cylinder 200 HP 225 km/h 1986 - 1989
M3 S14 4 cylinder 215 HP 230 km/h 1989 - 1992
M3 Evo 2 S14 4 cylinder 220 HP 244 km/h 1988
M3 Evo 3 S14 4 cylinder 238 HP 250 km/h 1990




BMW E30 M3 Convertible


Model: Engine: Power: Topspeed: Year:

M3 S14 4 cylinder 200 HP 235 km/h 1988 - 1991



BMW Scale Models



BMW E30 M3 Sedan


Model: Color: Manufacturer: Scale:

M3 Hennarot Minichamps (BMW) 1:18
M3 Schwarz Minichamps 1:18
M3 Blue Metallic Minichamps 1:18
M3 Silver Metallic Minichamps 1:18
M3 Red Gama 1:43
M3 White Gama 1:43
M3 Hennarot Minichamps (BMW) 1:43
M3 Black Minichamps 1:43
M3 Black (Hanko) Minichamps 1:43
M3 White Minichamps 1:43
M3 White (Essen 2004) Minichamps 1:43
M3 Blue Metallic Minichamps 1:43
M3 Black Minichamps 1:43
M3 Silver Metallic Minichamps 1:43
M3 Red Herpa 1:87
M3 White Herpa 1:87
M3 Green Herpa 1:87
M3 Yellow Herpa 1:87
M3 Purple Herpa 1:87
M3 Blue Metallic Herpa 1:87
M3 Silver Metallic Herpa 1:87
M3 Green Metallic Herpa 1:87

M3 Evolution III Red AutoArt 1:18
M3 Evolution III Schwarz AutoArt 1:18

M3 Art Car Various Minichamps 1:18




BMW E30 M3 Convertible


Model: Color: Manufacturer: Scale:

M3 Dark Red New Ray 1:43
M3 Black Hot Wheels 1:64



Sunday 11 October 2009

BMW E26 M1

The E26 M1 was introduced in 1979. This was the first M model ever build.
It had a six cylinder engine with 277 HP and a top speed of 262 km/h.
The M1 was designed by Giugiaro. It went out of production in 1981.

BMW Colors



BMW E26 M1


No colors available


BMW Specifications



BMW E26 M1


Model: Engine: Power: Topspeed: Year:

M1 S38 6 cylinder 277 HP 262 km/h 1979 - 1981



BMW Scale Models



BMW E26 M1


Model: Color: Manufacturer: Scale:

M1 Grau Minichamps (BMW) 1:43
M1 Silver Gama 1:43
M1 Red Minichamps 1:43
M1 Blue Minichamps 1:43
M1 White Minichamps 1:43
M1 Silver Matchbox 1:60
M1 Green Hot Wheels 1:60
M1 Red Herpa 1:87
M1 White Herpa 1:87
M1 Orange Herpa 1:87
M1 Dark Blue Herpa 1:87
M1 Dark Green Herpa 1:87

M1 Art Car Various Minichamps 1:18





Tuesday 6 October 2009

BMW E31 8 Series

The E31 8 series was introduced in 1989. It was available as 2 door coupe.
There was one model available: the 850i wich had a twelve cylinder engine
with 300 HP and a top speed of 250 km/h. In 1993 the 850Ci replaced the 850i.
There were also two new models available: the 840Ci and the 850CSi. The
840Ci had an eight cylinder engine with 286 HP. The 850 CSi had a twelve
cylinder that had 380 HP. The 850CSi had a special M package wich included
M style wheels and mirrors. In 1994 the 850Ci received more power. It now
had 326 HP. In 1996 the 840 Ci received a new engine but there were no
changes in power or top speed. The 850CSi went out of production in 1997.
All other 8 Series were available until 1999. There is no new 8 Series available.

BMW Colors



BMW E31 Coupe


Color: Number: Year:

Alpinweiss 300 -
Hellrot 314 -
Schwarz 668 -

Arktisgrau Metallic 269 1994 - 1999
Arktissilber Metallic 309 1994 - 1999
Barbadosgrün Metallic 247 -
Brokatrot Metallic 259 -
Calypsorot Metallic 252 -
Cosmosschwarz Metallic 303 1994 - 1999
Fjordgrau Metallic 310 -
Kaschmirbeige Metallic 301 -
Maledivenblau Metallic 290 -
Orientblau Metallic 317 -
Oxfordgrün Metallic 324 -
Tobagoblau Metallic 256 -




BMW Specifications



BMW E31 Coupe


Model: Engine: Power: Topspeed: Year:

840Ci M60 8 cylinder 286 HP 250 km/h 1993 - 1996
840Ci M62 8 cylinder 286 HP 250 km/h 1996 - 1999
850i M70 12 cylinder 300 HP 250 km/h 1989 - 1993
850Ci M70 12 cylinder 300 HP 250 km/h 1993 - 1994
850Ci M73 12 cylinder 326 HP 250 km/h 1994 - 1999
850CSi S70 12 cylinder 380 HP 250 km/h 1993 - 1997



BMW Scale Models



BMW E31 Coupe


Model: Color: Manufacturer: Scale:

850i Blue Metallic Maisto 1:18
850i Green Metallic Maisto 1:18
850i Blue Revell 1:18
850i Blue Revell 1:24
850i Dark red Schabak 1:43
850i Dark Green BMW 1:60
850i Red Matchbox 1:60
850i Black Matchbox 1:60
850i White Matchbox 1:60
850i Blue Hot Wheels 1:60
850i Velvetblau Herpa (BMW) 1:87
850i Red Herpa 1:87
850i White Herpa 1:87
850i Green Herpa 1:87
850i Black Herpa 1:87
850i Blue Metallic Herpa 1:87

850 CSi Red BMW 1:18
850 CSi Yellow Revell 1:18
850 CSi Silver Metallic Revell 1:18