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1982: the second generation - four-door, Convertible, Touring and BMW M3, plus the first diesel engine for the sports sedan
The new BMW 3-Series oozed progress and variety out of every pore, as its fresh new design, optimised aerodynamics, improved space and comfort, higher output and additional body and engine variant ...

Drive away without delay
Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right away, but at moderate engine speeds. This is the fastest way for the cold engine to reach its ope ...

Comfort position
In the comfort position, the roof is not fully open. This reduces wind noise in the passenger compartment. Each time the glass sunroof is opened or closed all the way, it stops in the comfort posi ...