WITHER THE BMW PASSION
aka "blue & white flu"
As a child growing up I would visit my grandparents and for years watch three vintage BMW motorcycles
rot away in their neighbor's yard. In 2000, after about 15 years of this I approached the owner of the bikes
and promptly paid $500 cash for the most complete of his derelict old BMWs.
Imagine my joy upon returning home and realizing that I just "found" a matching number R50S of which
only 1,634 where ever produced! This was a "hot" 500cc bike with a high reving motor delivering a heart
stopping 35hp and 100mph top speed.
From there I have bought, sold, or worked on several vintage BMWs for pure enjoyment.
I am not in the BMW parts or restoration business, I only work as a hobby.
For truly professional services I recommend:
Bench Mark Works
Barrington Motor Works
Do not miss the page of wartime German advertising.
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