2017 Q2 Apr-May-Jun News & Articles

We just wrapped up our first HPDE event of the year, held at Blackhawk Farms Raceway in South Beloit, IL. The weather was perfect: Partly cloudy and cool all day and then Mother Nature conveniently timed a free carwash for us right after the last track session. Events at Blackhawk are always enjoyable. It’s a…

Last time we talked via this medium, I implored y’all to attend the annual Wings & Wheels event in Fort Atkinson on June 4th for the benefit of the local Boys & Girls Club.  We promised great eats, neat cars, fun folks, flying thingies, and we hedged the bet on good weather. So… was this…

On June 3, 2017, BMW of Milwaukee North in Glendale, WI hosted the 14th Annual Badger Bimmers BMW Car Show.  Despite the nearly constant rain, nearly 35 BMWs attended. 21 BMWs entered the hotly contested trophy competition.  That was a fantastic turnout and proves that windshield wipers DO serve a purpose! Cars were entered in…

On May 20, 2017 more than 30 BMW’s lined their way across Waukesha’s beautiful Frame Park for Badger Bimmer’s 5th Annual E30 Picnic. The day began with overcast conditions and 44 “bone-chilling” degrees. By the time lunch was served, the temperature had climbed to only 46 degrees with light rain. Yes, the weather was not…

April 29 - Another year, another rainy Spring Tour. Oh well, still a splendid time for all. By my count there were 12 BMWs and 22 BMW enthusiasts; for some reason, the majority of the cars were black in color, so it looked a bit like a funeral procession. At least it was a very…

On April 15, 2017, the Badger Bimmers board and general membership meeting was held at Kelly Moss Motorsports in Stoughton, WI.  Larry O'Brien and the fantastic folks at Kelly Moss set up a very interesting program and tasty lunch.  After some time spent freely wandering the KM shop and drooling on the incredible cars (sorry!)…