Our Brands. Our Stories. Turkey – Can Eyilik and his BMW M3 garageBMW Group Classic2026-09-20 | Our Brands. Our Stories. Turkey – Can Eyilik and his BMW M3 garageEP39 - Lap of Honour 2023BMW Group Classic2023-12-14 | A five-strong line-up of guests join JP to serve up some fine entertainment. With Anders Bilidt, car specialist at Sotheby’s; Can Eyilik, owner of Istanbul’s BMW Club “Driven34”; Emil Pourkian, host of the “Sundowner” in Hamburg; YouTuber Sreten, who rescues classic BMWs; and Gaby von Oppenheim, classic racing driver. They talk about their favourite events, projects, passions, motor sport, and a whole bunch of other stuff.BMW Group Classic’s Christmas WhispersBMW Group Classic2023-11-30 | Wouldn‘t it be great if our precious classics could express their wishes?
We wish you a healthy and successful 2024, and hope all your wishes – both the big ones and the small ones – come true. Happy Holidays!
Your BMW Group Classic teamEP38 - THRASHEMBMW Group Classic2023-11-23 | Together they organized the spectacular THRASH’EM event for the car community, skaters and artists. At the heart of the action was the BMW Art car by Frank Stella. Ares Georgoulas, Hiep Bui Khac and Robert Cameron explain how they create such events, why they like to bring different cultures together, and where their passion comes from.Inside BMW Group Classic - Keepin it Klassy, with the BMW Neue Klasse!BMW Group Classic2023-11-16 | In this episode of Inside BMW Group Classic, we're heading underground with the classiest, most iconic box in automotive history. Enjoy!EP37 - Tim Burton aka shmee150BMW Group Classic2023-11-16 | The cheerful YouTuber Tim Burton aka shmee150 tells us all about his Shmuseum, why he prefers colourful cars, why customization is becoming increasingly popular and what effect this will have on the classification of “original”, and how he and his father share a passion for BMW.
@shmeeLivestream von BMW Group ClassicBMW Group Classic2023-11-08 | ...Our Brands. Our Stories - Small Car in the Big City, with the classic Mini!BMW Group Classic2023-11-02 | In the latest installment of Our Brands. Our Stories, we're downsizing a little and heading to Merry Old England, birthplace of this episode's hero: the classic Mini! So join Andrea de Beradinis on a little jaunt around London, and see what's got us all so excited.
And as usual, there's a like button, a share button, a comment button AND a subscribe button - so why not see what those do for you?EP36 - JP KraemerBMW Group Classic2023-10-26 | Also known as JP Performance, the self-made German entrepreneur and YouTube star Jean Pierre Kraemer talks about his enthusiasm for technology, which gave him the the sense of stability that he lacked in his childhood. He shares with us why he runs his own car museum PACE – which includes a BMW Art Car – as well as how his YouTube channel is changing, and how he feels about property today.
@jpperformanceGoodwood Festival of Speed - BMW H2R ReloadedBMW Group Classic2023-10-25 | Hydrogen meets magic. See the whole fascinating story of the hydrogen-powered BMW H2R, and its breathtaking return to the world stage.Inside BMW Group Classic - Behind the scenes at the phenomenal Le Mans Classic.BMW Group Classic2023-10-17 | We're back! And lucky us, we're in France for the legendary Le Mans Classic - joined by Marc and Silke, who are taking us around the paddock to see, among other things, some beautifully decorated (and royally powerful) BMW M1 Procars.
But you don't want to read about it - you want to watch it. So go do that. And once you're done, don't forget to like, subscribe, share, and all the usual stuff.EP35 - Adrian van HooydonkBMW Group Classic2023-10-12 | The Head of BMW Group Design gives insights into his work and the process of designing. He tells us what made the Neue Klasse a success back in the 1960s, and how this has been transformed into the latest futuristic concept car, the BMW Vision Neue Klasse.EP34 - Jasper WaltherBMW Group Classic2023-09-28 | The managing director of the Drivers & Business Club Munich allows us a glimpse behind the scenes. He talks about the special spirit of the club, its exclusive members and events, and how it all started as a family business.Action with an extra bang, at Le Mans Classic 2023.BMW Group Classic2023-09-20 | What to expect at the so-called "Disneyland of historic motorsport"?
Plenty of iconic characters, that's for sure. Check out the highlights here!EP33 - The KyzaBMW Group Classic2023-09-14 | The automotive artist and designer shares how his renderings on Instagram sparked his career, how he now creates customizations, modifications and body kits for prestigious clients and his own company, and where he gets his inspiration from.EP32 - Emil PourkianBMW Group Classic2023-08-31 | Emil Pourkian embodies the new generation of classic car enthusiasts. With his Hamburg-based agency "Emil’s Garage" he puts classic cars in the limelight as a photographer, trades his favourite pieces and loves to host other car enthusiasts with his event series "Sundowner". Emil also gives us the lowdown on his 1962 Volga GAZ M21.EP31 - Charlie MarchBMW Group Classic2023-08-17 | Charlie March, son of the Duke of Richmond, shares how his family hosts the Goodwood Revival and Festival of Speed on their own estate, what it feels like to race that legendary circuit, his fondest memories, his ideas for the future, and how he is launching his own fashion label.Capturing beauty, at the 2023 Concorso dEleganza Villa dEste.BMW Group Classic2023-08-03 | Check out the world's most enviable problem, with our highlights of Concorso d'Eleganza 2023 - and we'll see you at the next one!EP30 - Remi DargegenBMW Group Classic2023-08-03 | Remi Dargegen shares truly exciting moments from his career as a photographer in the classic car scene, such as capturing the atmosphere and special moments at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. And he tells us why his pictures trigger big emotions.EP29 - Mackenzie EbbersBMW Group Classic2023-07-27 | J.P. shares his impressions live from the Goodwood Festival of Speed. And Mackenzie Ebbers, another car event regular, tells us how she modifies her classic BMWs to create her own original style.
@GoodwoodRR @ClassicDriverTVThe BMW H2R @GoodwoodRR #H2R#hydrogen #FOS #BMWClassicBMW Group Classic2023-07-19 | ...Better than the best, at the 2023 Le Mans Classic. #lemansclassic #racing #bmwclassic #motorsportBMW Group Classic2023-07-11 | Better than the best, at the 2023 Le Mans Classic.
#lemansclassic #lemans #bmwclassic #racing #motorsport #bmwm1Our Brands. Our Stories - Two wheels for unlimited fun.BMW Group Classic2023-07-07 | Meet John Landstrom, die-hard BMW Motorrad fan, talking us through his abiding love for his two-wheeled BMW legends.
Want more classic BMW history? Don't forget to like and subscribe!EP28 - MattSchwartzBMW Group Classic2023-07-06 | Always busy with a variety of projects, Matt Schwartz designs for his eyewear collection, plays in a band, runs the SoCal Vintage BMW community in L.A., and has been driving a BMW 2002 ever since he got his license.EP27 - Mike BrewerBMW Group Classic2023-06-22 | Wheeler Dealers star Mike Brewer shares how he grew up in London in the 1970s, how he worked all sorts of jobs to establish himself in the automotive world, how he became a famous TV presenter buying, restoring and selling cars, and why his family is so important in all of this.EP26 - David ClarkBMW Group Classic2023-06-08 | David Clark, commercial director at McLaren in the 1990s, shares stories about the brand you won’t find in any books. He recounts how unconventionally the company worked back then, how he sold F1 to celebrities, how McLaren started racing and what excites him – as a partner of Jota Sport – about racing today.Winner of the Coppa d’Oro Villa d’Este. The Ferrari 250 GT Spyder California. #carshow #automobileBMW Group Classic2023-06-05 | ...Best of Show - Duesenberg SJ Speedster. #concorso #concorsodeleganza #classiccars #como #carshowBMW Group Classic2023-06-05 | ...EP25 - Charlie CooperBMW Group Classic2023-05-30 | Thanks to his family, the Mini Cooper got its unique racing genes. Charlie Cooper shares how his grandfather John Cooper used his Formula 1 experience to take Mini onto the track, how his father Mike Cooper produced racing kits for Mini, and how he himself is closely associated with the MINI brand today and also builds Cooper bicycles.
Follow Mini Classic on Instagram: www.instagram.com/official_miniclassicOur Brands. Our Stories - Goodwood Festival of Speed 2022BMW Group Classic2023-05-26 | Today the next Festival of Speed is just 49 days away. Still enough time to save up for a little trip to Goodwood. See for yourself what you missed out on last year if you where not there.Livestream - Public Parade at Villa ErbaBMW Group Classic2023-05-22 | Enjoy our livestream from the glorious Villa Erba.Livestream - Public Parade at Villa ErbaBMW Group Classic2023-05-21 | Enjoy our livestream from the glorious Villa Erba.EP24 - Dr. Andreas BraunBMW Group Classic2023-05-12 | The curator of the BMW Museum allows us a glimpse behind the scenes. He tells us about the challenges and goals of each new exhibition, how he intertwines history and the present day, how he displays the BMW Group vehicles in the exhibitions and ultimately how he engages and inspires the public.Inside BMW Group Classic - the weirder side of luxury, with the BMW 7 series.BMW Group Classic2023-05-11 | It’s another new episode of Inside BMW Group Classic! This time, join Marc and Christoph in the garage for a look at some of the 7 Series’ more unusual incarnations. If you think you’ve seen everything - you haven’t.
And don’t forget to like, comment, share, subscribe and all the rest!EP23 - Alex McCullochBMW Group Classic2023-05-04 | He is a professional pilot in Colorado and owner of the legendary Glen Shelly garage. For Alex, life is always about great experiences. He shares what it's like to fly his private bush plane, to drive his BMW Z3 M Coupé into the mountains and to film with the renowned Petrolicious team.
Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/bmwclassicEP22 - KustomKolorsBMW Group Classic2023-04-19 | They run their own independent garage in the UK and build show cars like the BMW E21 Group 5 homage project on the side. Lucy and Colin tell us how they made it as a dream team and why they visit the BMW Museum in Munich at Christmas.
Follow us: instagram.com/bmwclassicEP21 - SretenBMW Group Classic2023-03-30 | Sreten has a passion for classic BMWs that haven’t been driven for years. He challenges himself to fix them, despite not having any mechanical training. His exciting restoration projects have made him a star in the YouTube scene.
Find out more about Sreten: @M539Restorations
Sreten on Instagram: @m539_restorations (instagram.com/m539_restorations?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=) Sreten on YouTube: @M539Restorations (youtube.com/channel/UCLLpxcworT8275nBXODXyqw) BMW Group Classic on Instagram: @bmwclassic (instagram.com/bmwclassic) JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)Our Brands. Our Stories restoring perfection, with M539 Restorations.BMW Group Classic2023-03-28 | Meet Sreten in this latest episode of Our Brands. Our Stories. The founder of M539 Restorations, Sreten's classic BMW journey began as a child, when he would habitually dismantle and analyse every toy car he got his hands on. To find out what happened in the years since buying his first BMW M5 E39, check out the video!
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Follow us: instagram.com/bmwclassicEP20 - Ana BroylesBMW Group Classic2023-03-16 | As a mechanic and high-voltage specialist, Ana works on the latest BMWs and is restoring her classic BMW 2002 tii in her free time. She used to race cars and now competes in demanding cycling events. Ana shares how and why she keeps tackling new challenges.
JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)EP18 - Meg KohlerBMW Group Classic2023-02-16 | Meg Kohler made it into the international motorsport world as a young influencer. She talks about her work at the racetracks, her challenges, her behind-the-scenes stories and how a classic Mini has captured her heart.
Meg Kohler on Instagram: @meg.kohler (instagram.com/meg.kohler) BMW Group Classic on Instagram: @bmwclassic ( instagram.com/bmwclassic) JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)EP17 - Daniel HoffmannBMW Group Classic2023-02-15 | Daniel Hoffmann shares the story of his very special friendship with Mike, how they inspired each other in their passion for classic cars and how he inherited his friend's BMW M1 after his untimely death. He tells us how it feels to drive Mike’s M1 as well as other cars from his own collection like BMW Z8, and why he wants to get a BMW Z1. He also gives insights into the Berlin classic car community, including organisations like the Flitzerclub.
Daniel Hoffmann on Instagram: @valuedriver ( instagram.com/valuedriver) BMW Group Classic on Instagram: @bmwclassic ( instagram.com/bmwclassic) JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)EP16 - Paul HowseBMW Group Classic2023-02-15 | Paul Howse had just graduated when he designed the McLaren P1 supercar. He gives us insights into the design process, what inspired him and how he celebrated his success, and explains why he likes which cars best. He's an artist now, but still works with cars, and has a wealth of knowledge to pass on.
Paul Howse on Instagram: @paul_howse_art ( instagram.com/paul_howse_art) BMW Group Classic on Instagram: @bmwclassic ( instagram.com/bmwclassic) JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)EP15 - Will BeaumontBMW Group Classic2023-02-15 | Will Beaumont tells us how he set about publishing his own BMW magazine as a young graphic designer in England, how he modified his BMW 2002 into the most perfect car for him and how he sees the future of the young classic car scene.
Will Beaumont on Instagram: @will_beaumont88 ( instagram.com/will_beaumont88) BMW Group Classic on Instagram: @bmwclassic ( instagram.com/bmwclassic) JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)EP14 - Vintage BimmerBMW Group Classic2023-02-15 | Vintage Bimmer in Los Angeles is much more than a workshop. Bailey Roberts, Robert Hill and Aiden Arvizu tell us how they restore and sell classic BMWs from the 80s and 90s while building a cool and contemporary lifestyle centred around it. Highlights include their own merchandising, very special events and a growing community.
Vintage Bimmer on Instagram: @VintageBimmerCars ( instagram.com/VintageBimmerCars) and @VintageBimmerParts ( instagram.com/VintageBimmerParts) Rob on Instagram: @rhilledition ( instagram.com/rhilledition) Aiden on Instagram: @r.vizu ( instagram.com/r.vizu) or @vizucars ( instagram.com/vizucars) BMW Group Classic on Instagram: @bmwclassic ( instagram.com/bmwclassic) JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)EP13 - Peter GleesonBMW Group Classic2023-02-15 | Peter Gleeson tells us the story of his modest upbringing in 1970s London and how he snuck into the stands at car races. He explains how his passion and determination helped him find ways to buy his first cars and how, step by step, he built up his collection of landmark classics – including the iconic M1 painted by Frank Stella and other BMW highlights.
BMW Group Classic on Instagram: @bmwclassic ( instagram.com/bmwclassic) JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)EP12 - Jakub BerthotyBMW Group Classic2023-02-15 | Jakub Berthoty from Slovakia remembers the Eastern Bloc cars of his childhood, and how the fall of the Iron Curtain suddenly opened up his horizons to Western motors and a fascination with BMW. He tells us why he has concentrated his collection around the BMW 7 Series, how he restores his modern classics in his own garage and how he brings them up to date technically.
Jakub Berthoty on Instagram: @muncik ( instagram.com/muncik) BMW Group Classic on Instagram: @bmwclassic ( instagram.com/bmwclassic) JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)EP11 - Bruno SpenglerBMW Group Classic2023-02-15 | Let Bruno Spengler, former DTM champion for BMW, take you on a journey to the race track. In our latest Classic Heart Podcast, he helps us understand racing as a profession and the passion that goes with it, and tells us more about his career, his daily training the challenges he faces.
Bruno Spengler on Instagram: @spenglerbruno ( instagram.com/spenglerbruno) BMW Group Classic on Instagram: @bmwclassic ( instagram.com/bmwclassic) JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)EP10 - HFMSTRSBMW Group Classic2023-02-15 | They call themselves the HFMSTRS and have created a BMW community in their very own, original style. The three main members – Jasper Schwering, Daniel "Rasi" Rasenberger and Tobi Krengel – talk about how fun and crazy ideas drive them, how a BMW Art Car ended up in Rasi's garage for a small event and why all this is about much more than cars.
HFMSTRS on Instagram: @hfmstrs ( instagram.com/hfmstrs) Tobias on Instagram: @tobidrives ( instagram.com/tobidrives) Rasi on Instagram: @benzindruck ( instagram.com/benzindruck) Japser on Instagram: @jasperphotographiert ( instagram.com/jasperphotographiert) BMW Group Classic on Instagram: @bmwclassic ( instagram.com/bmwclassic) JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)EP09 - Gaby von OppenheimBMW Group Classic2023-02-14 | Gaby von Oppenheim is one of the few female racing drivers in classic motor sport. She tells us in vivid detail how it feels to line up in events like the Le Mans Classic, how the comic-book hero Gabriele Spangenberg became her pseudonym and why classic cars should be viewed more in the context of art and design.
Gaby von Oppenheim on Instagram: @gabrielespangenberg ( instagram.com/gabrielespangenberg) BMW Group Classic on Instagram: @bmwclassic ( instagram.com/bmwclassic) JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)EP08 - Frank van MeelBMW Group Classic2023-02-14 | Frank van Meel, the passionate CEO of BMW M, celebrates 50 years of M with us. He gives exciting insights into the history and future of the legendary brand. He talks about the influence fans have on development, how the latest LMDh race car pays tribute to history, how sporty dynamics become electric and how he became a BMW fan himself.
Franciscus van Meel on Instagram: @franciscusvanmeel ( instagram.com/franciscusvanmeel) BMW M on Instagram: @bmwm ( instagram.com/bmwm) BMW Group Classic on Instagram: @bmwclassic ( instagram.com/bmwclassic) JP Rathgen & Classic Driver on Instagram: @jprathgen ( instagram.com/jprathgen) @classicdriver ( instagram.com/classicdriver)EP07 - Ben ClymerBMW Group Classic2023-02-14 | Ben Clymer talks about his award-winning online watch magazine "Hodinkee" and his collection of classic cars, and provides insights into this luxury, celebrity scene. He tells us why watches and cars have been a perfect match ever since, why European and American cars are so different and why he prefers classic cars unrestored.