BMW E34 The Complete Story & BMW M 2 Book Set

BMW E34 The Complete Story & BMW M - 2 Book Set

This set combines a close look at the E34 5 Series with a thorough history of the M Division. It is a good fit for enthusiasts who want to understand both a specific era of the 5 Series and the broader legacy of BMW's high-performance racing pedigree.

What's in the Set

Book 1: BMW M

Tony Lewin gives you a detailed look at the 50-year history of the M Division, starting from its 1972 launch to support BMW's racing program. You will learn how the brand used its racing credibility to launch high-performance production cars like the 1978 M1 supercar. The book covers the development of M cars tested at the Nürburgring, focusing on handling and performance. It also tracks the expansion of the range into coupes, convertibles, and SUVs like the M2, M3, M4, M5, and M8.

• The 1972 launch of the Motorsport division
• The 1978 M1 supercar debut
• Testing and tuning at the Nürburgring
• Evolution of M models including M2, M3, M4, M5, and M8
• The expansion into high-performance X-series M SUVs

Book 2: BMW E34 The Complete Story

James Taylor tells the eight-year production life of the E34 5 Series, which became the benchmark executive saloon of the 1980s. You will see how BMW competed with Mercedes-Benz by developing a sporty shape and a variety of 6-cylinder engines. The book covers three distinct production eras, including the introduction of Touring models and 4-wheel-drive variants. It also covers technical milestones like VANOS variable valve timing and the inclusion of V8 engines.

• The three production eras from 1988 to 1996
• Introduction of Touring (estate) models and 4-wheel-drive variants
• Development of 6-cylinder engines and entry-level 4-cylinder types
• Technical updates like VANOS and V8 engines
• Experiments with hybrid power systems, convertibles, and dual-fuel systems

Why Get Them Together

These books work together by providing a specific technical history of the E34 5 Series while also offering the broader context of the M Division's racing and production success. One book focuses on a specific model's evolution, while the other covers the heritage of the high-performance variants that defined the brand.

Who It's For

• Owners of an E34 5 Series
• BMW M enthusiasts
• Collectors of 1980s and 90s German performance cars
• Automotive history buffs