Before the BMW name became synonymous with "Ultimate Driving Machines," the German manufacturer started off by building military aircraft engines. Founded in 1916, the Bayerische Motoren Werke AG only became an automobile manufacturer in 1928 after making profits out of motorcycles, farm equipment, household items and railway brakes following the end of the First World War.
These Are The Most Important Cars In BMW's History
From building aircraft engines to making driving enthusiast's cars, BMW has a rich heritage that dates back to World War 1.
