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1. What kind of material is the models made of?
All of our scale models are made out of high quality diecast metal from manufactures
like Kyosho, Minichamps, and Herpa. Only 1/87 scale models are made from plastic
parts
2. Does the consumer have to assemble the models?
No. All of our models are preassembled from the manufacturers. This ensures
the models are of highest build quality.
3. What do the scales mean?
We have a variety of scales available. 1/18, 1/43, and 1/87 are the most common.
1/18 scale models are approximately 8-9 inches in length. 1/43 scale models
range from 3-4" in length. 1/87 scale modes are usually about 1 inch.

4. What brands are available?
We deal mainly in Kyosho, Minichamps, and BMW Promotional.
5. What is your return policy?
We will accept returns in the event of severe damages or incorrect orders. Otherwise,
there is a 20% restock fee. The consumer is responsible for shipping in case
of returns (unless the incorrect model was shipped. In that case, Bimmers Model
World will pay the shipping cost).
6. Can I save my shopping cart?
Unfortunately that feature is not available on our shopping cart. However, the
shopping cart will keep your order active for an hour. Inactivity for more than
an hour will result in the loss of a cart. You may check your shopping cart
by clicking the shopping cart link at the top of every page.
7. How long will it take for me to get my model after i order?
We usually process the order within the first 48 business hours. The model is
then packed and shipped via UPS at the end of the day. Orders that are made
during the weekend will be processed Monday morning.
8. How did Bimmers Model World come to be?
Bimmers Model World is an extension of a bigger company, Bimmers Clinic. Specialists
in an immaculate facility providing top quality work on your real size BMWs.
We once collected models. Now we sell them. Our years of experience and passion
for BMWs help us understand and appreciate them in miniature size.
9. What kind of payment do you accept?
We prefer Visa or MasterCard, but will accept checks and money orders upon special
request. We do not accept escrow, paypal, and absolutely no CODs.
10. How are the models shipped?
Every product shipped from Bimmers Model World is via UPS Ground. Special requests
for overnight or 3 day select must be made when ordering the model. Included
in the shipping charges are the box, packaging material, and processing fee.
The rates are as follows:
1/43 Model - $6.00
1/24 Model - $8.00
1/18 Model - $12.00
Multiple and International Orders are calculated based on actual shipping charges.
Please contact us if you ordered more than one model or have a shipping address
outside the United States.
11. Chassis Help
| 1600 | 1968 - 1971 | 530i (E12) | 1975 - 1978 | |||
| 2002 Tii | 1974 - 1976 | 530i (E34) | 1993 - 1996 | |||
| 2002 | 1968 - 1976 | 530i (E39) | 2001 - On | |||
| 2800 Bavaria (E3) | 1969 - 1973 | 530i Touring (E34) | 1993 - 1996 | |||
| 2800cs (E9) | 1969 - 1972 | 533i (E28) | 1983 - 1984 | |||
| 3.0 cs (E9) | 1973 - 1976 | 535i (E28) | 1985 - 1987 | |||
| 3.0 s, Bavaria (E3) | 1973 - 1976 | 535i (E34) | 1988 - 1996 | |||
| 3.0 Si (E3) | 1976 - 1976 | 540i (E34) | 1993 - 1996 | |||
| 318i (E30) | 1983 - 1985 | 540i (E39) | 1997 - On | |||
| 318i (E36) | 1992 - 1998 | 540i Touring (E39) | 1999 - On | |||
| 318iC (E30) | 1990 - 1992 | 630csi (E24) | 1977 - 1977 | |||
| 318iC (E36) | 1992 - 1995 | 633csi (E24) | 1978 - 1981 | |||
| 318is (E30) | 1990 - 1991 | 633csi (E24) | 1982 - 1984 | |||
| 318is (E36) | 1992 - 1997 | 635csi (E24) | 1985 - 1989 | |||
| 318ti (E36) | 1995 - 1999 | 733i (E23) | 1978 - 1981 | |||
| 320i (E21) | 1977 - 1979 | 733i (E23) | 1982 - 1984 | |||
| 320i (E21) | 1980 - 1983 | 735i (E23) | 1985 - 1986 | |||
| 323i (E46) | 1999 - 2000 | 735i (E32) | 1987 - 1993 | |||
| 323iC (E36) | 1997 - 1998 | 735iL (E32) | 1987 - 1994 | |||
| 323iC (E46) | 2000 - 2000 | 740i (E32) | 1992 - 1995 | |||
| 323is (E36) | 1997 - 1999 | 740i (E38) | 1995 - On | |||
| 323is/Ci (E46) | 1999 - 2000 | 740iL (E32) | 1992 - 1995 | |||
| 325, e, es (E30) | 1984 - 1988 | 740iL (E38) | 1995 - On | |||
| 325Ci (E46) | 2001 - On | 745i (E65) | 2002 - On | |||
| 325i (E36) | 1991 - 1995 | 750iL (E32) | 1987 - 1995 | |||
| 325i (E46) | 2001 - On | 750iL (E38) | 1995 - On | |||
| 325i Sport Wagon (E46) | 2001 - On | 840ci (E31) | 1994 - 1997 | |||
| 325i, is (E30) | 1987 - 1991 | 850ci (E31) | 1992 - 1997 | |||
| 325iC (E30) | 1987 - 1992 | 850csi (E31) | 1993 - 1995 | |||
| 325iC (E36) | 1992 - 1995 | 850i (E31) | 1990 - 1991 | |||
| 325iC (E46) | 2001 - On | Accessories & Std. Parts | 1950 - On | |||
| 325is (E36) | 1991 - 1995 | European Models | 1950 - On | |||
| 325ix (E30) | 1987 - 1991 | M Coupe | 1998 - On | |||
| 325xi (E46) | 2001 - On | M Roadster (E36) | 1997 - On | |||
| 325xi Sport Wagon (E46) | 2001 - On | M3 (E30) | 1987 - 1990 | |||
| 328Ci (E46) | 2000 - 2000 | M3 (E46) | 2001 - On | |||
| 328i (E36) | 1996 - 1998 | M3 3.0L (E36) Coupe | 1994 - 1996 | |||
| 328i (E46) | 1999 - On | M3 3.2L (E36) Coupe | 1996 - 1999 | |||
| 328iC (E36) | 1996 - 1998 | M3 3.2L (E36) Sedan | 1996 - 1998 | |||
| 328is (E36) | 1996 - 1999 | M3 Conv. (E36) | 1997 - 1999 | |||
| 330Ci (E46) | 2001 - On | M5 (E28) | 1987 - 1988 | |||
| 330i (E46) | 2001 - On | M5 (E34) | 1990 - 1992 | |||
| 330iC (E46) | 2001 - On | M5 (E39) | 2001 - On | |||
| 330xi (E46) | 2001 - On | M6 (E24) | 1987 - 1988 | |||
| 524td (E28) | 1983 - 1985 | X5 3.0i (E53) | 2000 - On | |||
| 525i (E39) | 2001 - On | X5 4.4i (E53) | 2000 - On | |||
| 525i M20 (E34) | 1988 - 1990 | X5 4.6i (E53) | 2002 - On | |||
| 525i M50 (E34) | 1990 - 1996 | Z3 1.9L (E36) | 1995 - 1998 | |||
| 525i Touring (E34) | 1992 - 1996 | Z3 2.5i (E36) | 2001 - On | |||
| 525i Touring (E39) | 2001 - On | Z3 2.5L (E36) | 1999 - 2000 | |||
| 528e (E28) | 1982 - 1988 | Z3 2.8L (E36) | 1997 - 2000 | |||
| 528i (E12) | 1979 - 1981 | Z3 3.0i (E36) | 2001 - On | |||
| 528i (E39) | 1997 - 2000 | Z8 (E52) | 2000 - On | |||
| 528i Touring (E39) | 1999 - 2000 |
| Model | Year | Cars |
| 114 / E6? | 67 - 77 | 1502, 1600, 1602, 1800, 1802, 2000, 2002ti/tii |
| E3 | 68 - 77 | 2500, 2800, Bavaria, 3.0S/Si |
| E9 | 65- 75 | 2000CS, 2500CS, 2800CS, 3.0CS/i/L |
| E12 | 72- 81 | 518, 520i, 528i, 530i, 535i, M535i |
| E21 | 75-83 | 316, 318i, 320, 320i/s, 323i |
| E23 | 78-87 | 725i, 728i, 730i, 733i, 735i, 745i, L7 |
| E24 | 77-89 | 628i, 630CS/i, 633CSi, 635CSi, M635CSi, L6 (highline) |
| E26 | 78-81 | M1 |
| E28 | 82-88 | 518i, 520i, 524td, 525i/e, 528e, 533i, 535i, M535i, M5 |
| E30 | 83-91 | 316, 316i, 318i/s, 320i, 323i, 324td, 325e, 325i/ix/is, M3 |
| E31 | 90 on | 840i, 840CSi, 850i, 850CSi |
| E32 | 88-94 | 730i, 735i/iL, 740i/iL, 750iL |
| E34 | 88-96 | 518i, 520i, 525i/x, 525td/s, 530i, 535i, 540i, M5 |
| Z1 (E30) | 89-91? | Z1 convertible |
| Z3 (E36) | 96 on | Z3 convertible and Z3 coupe (Z5) |
| E36 | 91 on | 316i, 318i/s/ti/tds, 320i, 323i, 325i/td/tds, 328i/s, M3,Z3 |
| E38 | 95 on | 728i, 730i, 730d, 735i, 740i/iL, 750i/L |
| E39 | 97 on | New 5 series 520i, 523i, 525tds, 528i, 530d, 535i, 540i, M5 |
| E46 | late 98 | Next 3 series |
| E53 | 2000? | X5 |
| E56 | 2001 | Next seven series |
| E60 | 2002? | Next five series, same floor pan as E56 |
| E63 | late 2001 | New six series at last! 635Ci, 645Ci, M6 based on E56 chassis |
| ? | 2003 | New light weight (1040kg) 2002, can't wait! |