BMW E34

This 3rd generation 5er has proven its vast popularity over the E28 it replaced, blending BMW traditional styling with improved aerodynamics and modern technology. Developed under the watch of Claus Luthe, the E34 was a huge market success, with a timeless design that remains popular among die-hard bimmernuts today. Just like the bigger E32 7er, the E34 was available in a wide selection of engines, ranging from the meager M43 I-4 to the mighty M60 V8 produced from 1993-1996. The super durable M20/M30 I-6 is the all time favorite due to Nikasil lining issues affecting certain M60B30 and M60B40 V8s (US and UK cars). Nonetheless, my best pick of the E34 is the rare 6-speed M-Sport version of the 540i; just picturing that in Alpinweiss dressed with Throwing Star light weight alloys is enough to make me drool….

Made by Minichamps, this replica is available in Oxfordgrün and Diamantschwarz Metallic (both discontinued). Maybe other colors will be released later. My planned mods for this one is a set of ACS Type 3 with Brembos, and replacing the stock motor with a V12 from a donor Revell 850csi, maintenance is not an issue here.

Specs:

- 3,430 cc, M30 I-6, ZF 4-Speed Automatic

- 211 horsepower, 225 lb-ft torque
- 0-60 mph in ~ 7.7 secs

- Top Speed: 140 mph