Interesting Facts about BMW

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BMW was established in 1916 and has now been in operation for more than 104 years.

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In 1919, the company made its first motorcycle engine and manufactured their first motorcycle (the BMW R 32) in 1923.

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On a BMW, the front signature grille is referred to as a kidney grille. The BMW 303 was the car that debuted the first kidney shaped grille in 1933.

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In 1937, the company produced the fastest motorcycle in the world. It was an aerodynamic motorbike that went up to speeds of 173.7 miles per hour.

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The BMW CSL is among the most unique cars made by the company. Its design is frequently compared to the bat mobile.

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