Automobiles: BMW
BMW got its start in 1927, producing a version of the popular Austin 7 for the German market. But it was not until the introduction of the legendary Coupe in the early 1960s that the Bavarian manufacturer took its place among the world's elite auto companies. From the ashes of World War II to the supremely polished "Ultimate Driving Machine" of today, this is the story of BMW, and the car that put them on the map. See why the 1500 coupe is credited with saving the company and opening up the vast American market. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the design and production of this classic car, and the 1600 and 2000 models that followed. From the engineering advances to the sales breakthroughs, these are the sophisticated autos that are desired by people all over the world - BMW.