March 1998 BIMMER

Behind The Wheel: My New Car Has Arrived
by Mike Webb
I read the ad again as I didn't truly believe what my eyes and brain had processed. These cars typically sell for thousands more, but it was true.

Under The Hood: Where Everything is Beautiful and Nothing Hurts
by Greg Scott
He was always willing to help someone in the family out of a jam. He was always able to say just the right thing when I was discouraged or sad.

The Road Ahead: Still Wishing for Ice
by Neil Schneider
Weather permitting we will be on the lake in March. Keep their fingers crossed!

New Members: March
by Barry Tarr
Welcome to 36 new members!

BIMMER Features

Autoword: Bad Timing
by Charles Burke
As the engine cranked, the grim sound of a compression-less engine sent quivers up my spine.

Autocrosses: A Great Way to Enjoy Your BMW
by Fred Beck and John Mansfield
Why do people (and especially BMW owners!) enjoy autocrosses so much?

Drivers School Update
by Joe Marko
The event committees have been busy at work finalizing the details so that you can all plan well in advance.

The Driveway Mechanic: E30 Sunroof Repair
by Greg Scott
I knew it was coming. First the rattles started getting worse. Then it balked closing. Then it wouldn't close completely. Then it wouldn't open at all.

Special Online Features

1996 Ice Time Trials Photo Gallery
by Fred Beck
It hasn't been cold enough for Ice Time Trials this winter. Here's some inspiration!

1998 Election Results
by Greg Scott
Congrats to Phil Marx and Rich Metzler.

Pipeline: March 1998
by Mark Luckman
Erik Wensberg is no longer working for BMW NA.

Driving the Internet Highway: March 1998
by Michel Potheau
Not every BMW owner is lucky enough to understand everything mechanical.

Event Calendar

For the latest information about upcoming events please see The Ultimate Calendar. For a complete listing of all events please see the 1998 event listing.

March 1998

• Saturday, March 14: Women Only Tech Session
• Saturday, March 28: Spring Wine Tasting

April 1998

• Saturday, April 11: Driving School Prep Tech Session
• Sunday, April 26 through Monday, April 27: Spring Fling
• Monday, April 27: April Driving School

Classified Ads

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