The BMW 1 Series M Coupe was probably the craziest car launched by the Bavarians in their more recent history. In an age when people (outside of the U.S.) were getting to grips with the idea that ...

Seeing large American V8 motors transplanted into race cars is nothing new, but a Chevy V8 in a BMW 1M? Now that’s a bit strange, especially considering BMW’s 1M has a pretty potent engine in its twin ...

BMW M3's little 'mad' brother, the 1M Coupe is one heck of a beast. Ask any of the 6,331 owners out there and they will tell you this is one of the best cars ever to come out of the BMW M division's ...

This video features a test drive of a BMW 1M with a V8 engine swap, showcasing performance, handling, and driving impressions. The build combines the compact 1M chassis with the power and character of ...

Justin Cupler has been a member of the TopSpeed team since 2012. Justin's love for cars started back when he was just five years old, helping his dad work on his 1957 Chevy Bell Air and then his 1966 ...

So, maybe it was a money issue or a timing issue, but you held off on putting your deposit down on the limited-run 1M Coupe. Now, you're likely kicking yourself as you realize just how popular it was ...

Maybe now isn't the right time to spend a lot of money on an old BMW. But isn't it at least worth considering?

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover luxury automotive, motorcycles and related topics. This article is more than 10 years old. The BMW 1M is a pretty good ...

If you live in the States and can justify spending a little under $50,000 on a car, the $47,010 BMW 1M Coupe (335hp) is a sound choice for those looking for a fast and fun to drive bimmer as it only ...

If you missed your chance at buying a brand new BMW 1M from the factory 12 years ago and have been kicking yourself since, the time to redeem yourself has come. A like-new 2011 BMW 1M has surfaced for ...