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The BMW 3 series has been a favorite with automotive enthusiasts worldwide ever since it was first introduced in 1975 as a replacement for the 2002 model. That first generation 3 Series, the E21, provided the same excellent handling and feel of the 2002, but with updated styling to the exterior and interior which helped bring BMW into a more modern age. This first 3 Series model was only available in two-door coupe form with styling cues such as the Hofmeister kink (the C-pillar and rear side window’s shape) and options for six or four cylinders which would continue with second and third-generation 3 Series models. The E21 also enjoyed success in competition ranging from local autocross competitions and club racing to International Endurance and Sportscar Racing, but it would be the second-generation 3 Series, the E30, that really put BMW on the map when it comes to motorsports.

Every BMW enthusiast knows that a BMW really is the ultimate driving machine. They provide a fantastic balance of comfort, handling, and power that few other manufacturers can replicate. Their cars are also the perfect platform for upgrading and building a winning competition car, which is why so many BMWs have been and continue to be modified. This list features some of the best modified BMWs of 2021, models which continue to increase in popularity and performance.

With the holiday season upon us, are you looking for the perfect gift for the BMW owners, drivers, and enthusiast in your life?
Condor Speed Shop is your one-stop location for all things BMW: anything related to the Ultimate Driving Machine, chances are you can find it here!
We often talk to folks like you who want to surprise their friend or loved one with something meaningful related to their BMW. Sometimes they come in looking for a specific car part, but this isn’t usually the best idea.

BMW cars are engineered from the factory to be the ultimate driving machine. They combine the perfect level of comfort and performance that has earned an enthusiast's following like no other.  While BMWs are amazing machines, they will eventually need components replaced for two main reasons. One reason is that parts wear out over time and need to be replaced, and the other is replacing a stock component with one that provides a performance upgrade.

BMW has had many memorable performance models over the decades, and the 90s are no different. BMW really hit its stride coming into the 90s on the track and street, with many of the most legendary cars in its history being produced during this era. Listed below are some of the top performance BMW cars of this time period, did your favorite model make the cut?

BMWs have been one of the most popular cars for decades and have built a reputation as being equally at home on the track and the street. Due to this dual use, many aftermarket parts suppliers have been making performance parts for these cars, and many of these brands have been developing items specifically for older BMWs. Below are some of the best brands when it comes to aftermarket performance BMW parts, they have been track-tested, and Condor Speed Shop approved!

The 1980s produced some of the most incredible performance cars the world has ever seen, and BMW has several that top the list. The BMWs of this era have always been sought after by enthusiasts, racers, and collectors and have only grown more popular over time. The models listed below are BMW’s top performance cars of the ’80s. They were great cars when new and have grown to become legends of the automotive world.

If you have been around BMWs long enough, you know that they are considered one of the best cars on the market. For decades they have offered a blend of comfort and handling that few of their competitors can match, and this is proven on highways and race tracks around the world on a regular basis. This also means that they have become a popular car to modify by enthusiasts, tuners, and racers to extract the most performance possible out of these machines, and while this may mean sacrificing some comfort, it also means maintaining and improving safety in performance driving situations. These modifications and upgrades often involve replacing components that utilize rubber with ones made of materials such as polyurethane and UHMW (ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene), but what is the difference between these products and which will work best for you?

For decades, BMW has used electronic fuel injection in its street and race cars to provide optimal engine performance. BMW had previously used carburetors and forms of mechanical fuel injection. While vintage cars can still be found on the road and track using these fuel delivery systems, most of the cars racing today have electronic fuel injection (EFI) with an electronic engine management system.