Event: Bimmerfest 2012, Part 1

One of the best BMW shows in the nation is Bimmerfest and this year's event was exceptionally rich with a wide variety of what the brand and it's enthusiasts are capable of.

Oh what we'd give for a ride in an M1.

It may not have been the quickest car of it's time, but it definitely is one of the most stylish.

Louvers done right.

A white 850CSI with a 6 speed? Yes please.

We just can't get enough 8 series in our lives.

BMW's just look better in brighter colors than their German contemporaries and this wide bodied e36 is no exception.

Not our first choice for Autobahn enforcement if we're honest.

Original paint is always respected no matter the condition, but what's that peeking out of the bay?

Needless to say this was one of the most controversial cars at the show.

Stalin approved.

E30 tourings are always a crowd pleaser here in the US.

There were plenty of E30 M3's in the show and we've got more pics of them for you tomorrow in part 2 of our coverage on Bimmerfest 2012!