BMW restoration - Our heritage

The world-renowned Munich Legends restoration team have restored, raced, repaired, sourced and sold some of the greatest BMWs in the world.

From a works Roberto Ravaglia DTM touring car to Nicki Lauda’s championship winning M1 procar, celebrated Group A cars such as Hans Stuck’s 635 and the world famous Group 2 Gosser Beer CSL Batmobile driven by Dieter Quester, to some of the world’s most iconic production BMWs – from the stunning E9 3.0 CSL – probably our ‘signature car’ – to Europe’s first production turbo, the 2002, BMW’s first super-saloon, the E3 3.0L si, and the first M touring, the E34 M5, as well as, of course, the all conquering E30 M3. We’ve restored rare beasts such as the Alpina B7s turbo and of course BMW’s only supercar, the Legendary M1. Our reputation has been built on a warm relationship with our owners, a refusal to compromise, an exceptional eye for quality and pure, unbridled passion.

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Restoration of Classic BMWs

Restoring classic BMWs has been the soul of Munich Legends since the very beginning. We are proud to have been part of maintaining the heritage of this illustrious marque whether race cars and road cars; from the original CS and CSL coupes to the first true M- power BMW, the sublime M1, from the early E21 and E12 saloons to the iconic E24 M6.

Our technicians and artisans can restore and rebuild any part of your cherished BMW, from re-upholstery to complete interiors, staged bodywork renovation or a complete bare metal re-spray and refit, all meticulously photographed and recorded.

Our experienced team are able to carry out any level of restoration in our dedicated workshops, backed by an exceptional parts department that specialises in sourcing rare parts either from our own extensive stock, or from our network of worldwide suppliers. Even BMW themselves have appointed Munich Legends as restorers for their classic fleet, awarding us single supplier status – an extremely rare honour for an independent specialist.

The Munich Legends body shop facility boasts state of the art equipment complemented by a highly talented team of coachwork specialists who still view their work as a craft. At Munich Legends we have restored some of the worlds most sought after BMW classic Legends and we continue to provide the same commitment and energy to every project that has helped build our worldwide reputation over the last twenty years.

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One of our E9 3.0 CSL restorations featured in the Classic Cars Magazine

Looking to restore your classic BMW?

At Munich Legends we are fiercely proud of our work as a restorer of classic and collectable BMWs.

Every project is bespoke, every collector or owner has their own particular vision of what they want from a restoration. Utter originality, classics with a modern twist, older specials modified for daily use or museum pieces – to our team every project merits the same attention to detail, the same passion and the same care. Every BMW to leave our workshops is signed off personally by the project manager, who will follow the restoration from the very first conversation to the last turn of the spanner. So whether its an engine conversion, a subtle recommissioning or a complete nut-and-bolt restoration, our team are ready to share our knowledge, passion and hard work and listen to your vision.

Whatever your requirements, whatever size project, why not arrange a viewing of our facilities and meet our team. For more information, please contact Stuart or Dan on 01825 740456 (international 00 44 18 25 740 456) or send an email to restorations@munichlegends.co.uk.

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    Ismail Laskor
    Ismail Laskor
    03/02/2024
    I recently underwent crash repair services by ML, and I must say the level of service was truly exceptional. They efficiently coordinated the retrieval of my car from another BMW main dealer for a quote. Surprisingly, their pricing surpassed that of the BMW main dealer by an impressive 50%, without compromising on the quality of work. While I hope to avoid the need for future crash repairs, I am now inclined to entrust ML with all my servicing needs based on this positive experience. Highly recommended for their competitive pricing and top-notch service.
    John Walkden
    John Walkden
    19/12/2023
    I have been taking both my E60 M5 and lately my E92 LE500 M3 here for the last 15 years. As always, great service, great expertise, great knowledge, great staff. No hesitation in recomending this very professional set up to everyone who needs BMW specialist workmanship.
    Declan Lee Motorsport
    Declan Lee Motorsport
    15/12/2023
    I recently had the pleasure of dealing with Munich Legends, and my experience was nothing short of exceptional. As a BMW enthusiast but rookie, I was in need of some expert advice, and I decided to reach out to Munich Legends based on their stellar reputation in the automotive community. What set Munich Legends apart was their willingness to share their specialist BMW knowledge for free. This level of commitment to customer satisfaction is truly commendable. I initially contacted them seeking advice on a technical issue I was facing with my BMW, and to my surprise, they were more than happy to assist. The standout individual during my interaction was Nick from the parts department. Nick's depth of knowledge and passion for BMWs were evident from the outset. Not only did he provide valuable insights into resolving my issue, but he went above and beyond by offering additional tips and tricks on where to find certain parts that are no longer made. It's not every day that you come across a business that genuinely cares about its customers and takes the time to share its expertise without any financial obligation. Munich Legends' commitment to fostering a sense of community among BMW enthusiasts is truly commendable. The wealth of knowledge and genuine passion for these iconic vehicles that Munich Legends embodies is a testament to their status as a true asset to the BMW community. In conclusion, my experience with Munich Legends was nothing short of legendary. The free expert advice, especially from Nick in the parts department, showcased their dedication to customer satisfaction and their commitment to fostering a strong BMW enthusiast community. I highly recommend Munich Legends to anyone seeking top-notch service, genuine expertise, and a true passion for BMWs.
    William Shelley
    William Shelley
    06/12/2023
    Took my BMW F30 335D here for a gearbox service. I provided my own parts and the work was completed within 1 day and was available to collect the following morning. Having struggled to find a garage that would offer this service for a reasonable price, I'm glad I found Munich Legends, the hourly rate is £99+VAT, much cheaper than a main dealer. I took the offer up of a loan car which happened to be a manual Mini Cooper S.. quite a nippy car too! The car can be loaned either on a "replace the fuel you use" or "0.30 pence per mile" basis. Total cost for their work was £118.90, using provided parts. Overall highly recommended and would definitely use going forward for servicing and repairs.
    Brad P
    Brad P
    03/12/2023
    Have been using Munich Legends for a number of years, always received great service. Previously they were able to fit me in for a new water pump days before Christmas, then had an issue with the door lock on my X5 just before a trip to southern France, again they fitted me in last minute to help me out. Most recently had some work done on my 335i Touring, great communication and friendly service. Thank you
    Duncan Fuller
    Duncan Fuller
    06/09/2023
    Having not been there before I’ve ended up going to Munich Legends twice this year and on both occasions the service has been exemplary. Earlier this year they rebuilt the diff on my e39 which is not something many others can do. More recently I purchased a lovely M5 touring from them - very well prepared and priced car and an excellent service from Dan and Michelle that made for a friendly and relaxed purchase.
    James Williams-Fuller
    James Williams-Fuller
    21/05/2023
    I brought my E46 M3 from Munich 10 years ago and they have been looking after it ever since. The upkeep carried out through Munich Legends has always been on point and from purchasing the car till today I would not be able to tell it has aged in the way it drives or looks through the quality of the work which has been carried out. I have just got my car back from being serviced along with some work I wished to have been carried out and all was on time and I was kept informed of the progress throughout the job. Top work once again Munich Legends. 🤟🏻
    Brenda Middleton
    Brenda Middleton
    10/05/2023
    We have been taking our BMW's to Munich Legends for over 20 years. We simply wouldn't go anywhere else. Customer service is excellent, from calling and speaking to Sean, to book the car in, to sorting out a loan car & to collecting the car. Always makes it a painless experience. Thank you to everyone at Munich Legends

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