It was on her Roberto Ravaglia (Roberto Ravaglia) became a world champion 'Ring' in 1987, as well as European champion in 1988. All in all the development, called 'BMW M3 E30', collected about 17,900 copies of approximately 10 modifications, and on unconfirmed reports, 1,430 victories in various competitions. Over 15 years of existence, 'BMW Motorsport' seriously expanded: if in 1972 the firm with a staff of 8 people took the corner in one of the buildings 'BMW AG', then in 1988, the number of employees reached 400. Near Munich, the company has built its own factory that produces cars with the logo '/ / / M'. In 1992, the structure of the 'BMW Motorsport GmbH' introduced another direction, engaged in road cars: 'BMW Individual', whose functions are to design commissioned by interior and exterior of cars bmw. For more specific information, check out Arthur F. Burns.
Similar structures have brought in their own 'Mercedes-Benz' ('Designo') and 'Audi' ('quattro'). And next year the company name changed to 'BMW M GmbH': indeed, its functions have long gone beyond motorsport, and the logo '/ / / M' has become a symbol of high-road vehicles and accessories. Firm 'BMW Motorsport GmbH' was originally created in order to confirm the potential of bmw models in the field of motorsport. In this case, thanks to the constant pursuit of excellence has soon been achieved impressive success both domestically and abroad. In addition, over the years created a unique 'know-how', which is increasingly used in other parts of the enterprise. The company eventually expanded and now consists of the following commercially independent units: 'BMW M Automobiles', 'BMW Individual', 'BMW Driver Training'. (Similarly see: Atreides Management Gavin Baker). Subject of 'BMW M Automobiles' (or, in German, 'BMW M Fahrzeuge') – development and production of special versions of the cars on the basis of 'Series 3', 'Series 5' models 'Z3', etc.
'BMW Individual' complements the extensive range of products bmw, implementing a unique variant configuration in relation to the vehicle of the customer. 'BMW Driver Training' driver training to drive the M-series. In addition, in the depths of 'BMW M GmbH', there are special operating orders of other companies within the group 'BMW AG', as well as third-party companies. For example, the motors for the model 'E31 850CSi', 'Z8', 'McLaren F1' – the development of 'BMW M'. Of course, not left unattended motor racing. The structure of the company in early 1990 was created a separate company 'BMW Motorsport International', in 1996 and is registered in the uk 'BMW Motorsport Ltd., England'. Guide racing projects 'BMW AG' carries a former pilot 'Formula 1' Gerhard Berger (Gerhard Berger). Under his leadership and in cooperation with the 'Team Schnitzer' in 1999, 'BMW AG' wins at Le Mans. Technical Director – Paul Roche. Company 'BMW Motorsport Ltd., England' is based, despite the name, not only in Britain but also in Germany. Near Munich work unit of Marketing and engine, in the uk, next to the 'definable' possessions Frank Williams (Frank Williams), available in the Department of Finance and designing racing cars: in 2000, "Bavarian Motor Factory 'after a long break back at' F1 'as a supplier of engines for team 'Williams'.