May 1997 BIMMER

Editorial: Great Input; April Fools...
by Armand Aquino
For those who have been inquiring about my new car... unfortunately, I DO NOT have a euro-spec M3.

Reflections From The Hood: I Love My Z3
by Joe Marko
There is something sensuous about the curves of the Z3. When I wash it, my hands just seem to float over the body.

What's Happening: Mike Webb
by Driving Time Is Here!
Has your garage beauty slept well this past winter, or have you exposed your vehicle to the harsh winter environment?

New Members: May
by Barry Tarr
Welcome to 108 new Boston Chapter members!

BIMMER Features

1997 Autocross Series Starts This Month
by John Mansfield
I would like to encourage anyone who has not been involved in an autocross to give ft a try this season.

HMS Track Prep Tech Session
by Steve Goldstein
The aim of the inspection is to ensure that the car's safety equipment and mechanical systems are in good condition to minimize the probability of failure and maximize protection for the occupants in the unlikely event of a big moment.

Florida for a week in a Z3 2.8: Joe's Travels Part 1
by Joe Marko
You make a high-speed right-hander onto an old runway that must be at least 300 feet wide... 122mph at the end of the straight (with the top down) followed by a 180 degree right hander onto the front straight.

A "Newbie" at Driving School
by Bruce Augenstein
All this in pursuit of THE LINE around the track. How come they don't just paint one on there for us, huh?

Event Calendar

For the latest information about upcoming events please see The Ultimate Calendar. For a complete listing of all events please see the 1997 event listing.

May 1997

• Sunday, May 4: Boston Chapter Autocross Series

June 1997

• Sunday, June 1: Boston Chapter Autocross Series
• Saturday, June 14: Dyno Day
• Saturday, June 21 through Sunday, June 22: Summerfest '97!
• Sunday, June 22: German Car Day
• Sunday, June 29: Boston Chapter Autocross Series

Classified Ads

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