The BMW Clubs are a worldwide network of automobile enthusiasts and BMW fans. More than 230,000 members in around 700 recognised Clubs are impressive proof of the unbroken fascination for the brands of the BMW Group. BMW Club & Community Management (BCCM) is the central contact point for all official BMW, BMW Motorrad, and MINI Clubs. It provides support in organising meetings and events as well as answering questions about club life. The world of BMW fans offers the opportunity to make new contacts and share passionate interests in a unique community.
Umbrella Organisations
of the BMW Clubs.
Each of the BMW Clubs and BMW Motorrad Clubs is independent. They are organised worldwide in regions such as Europe, America, Africa, Australia, and Asia-Pacific and are divided into international and national umbrella organisations. The BMW Classic and Type Clubs have their own international umbrella organisation and specialise in specific model series and development periods. They are dedicated to the care and restoration of classic BMW vehicles.
This global organisation provides a platform for enthusiasts to share their knowledge. An elected council committee, the BMW Clubs International Council, represents the interests of the clubs.
BMW Clubs in Europe and America.
BMW Clubs on other continents.
BMW Motorcycle Clubs.
Clubfinder.
This map provides a worldwide overview of all official BMW and BMW Motorrad Clubs. Discover the umbrella organisations and their locations around the globe.
BMW Car Club of America
BMW Classic & Type Clubs International
BMW Clubs Africa
BMW Clubs Asia
BMW Clubs Australia
BMW Clubs Canada
BMW Clubs Europe
BMW Clubs European Federation
BMW Clubs International Council
BMW Clubs Japan
BMW Clubs Latin American Federation
BMW Clubs Middle East
BMW Clubs New Zealand
BMW Motorcycle Club of Aotearoa New Zealand
BMW Motorcycle Owners of America
BMW Motorrad Club Japan
BMW Riders Association
Africa
Asia
Europe
Northern and Middle America
Oceania
Australia
Canada
Denmark
Germany
Indonesia
Japan
Mexico
Middle East
New Zealand
South Africa
USA
BMW Car Club of America
BMW Classic & Type Clubs International
BMW Clubs Africa
BMW Clubs Asia
BMW Clubs Australia
BMW Clubs Canada
BMW Clubs Europe
BMW Clubs European Federation
BMW Clubs Japan
BMW Motorrad Club Japan
BMW Clubs Middle East
BMW Clubs New Zealand
BMW Motorcycle Club of Aotearoa New Zealand
BMW Clubs Latin American Federation
BMW Motorcycle Owners of America
BMW Riders Association
BMW Clubs International Council
BMW Club & Community Management.
BMW Clubs are an impressive testimony to the unbroken fascination for the BMW Group and its brands. They are the world's largest club organisation in the premium car and motorcycle segment. The age of the vehicles is irrelevant – the range extends from lovingly restored classics to individually configured new cars.
BMW Club & Community Management (BCCM) is part of BMW Group Classic. It is the worldwide interface for all official BMW Clubs and BMW Motorrad Clubs. Whether you want to recognise new BMW Clubs or have questions about Club or Association matters, the BCCM is your partner.
We can help you plan and organise club events, conferences, or visits to BMW locations. We can also advise on the redesign of BMW Club logos and promotional materials. Our office is located in the historic former BMW plant halls, just a few steps away from the BMW four-cylinder building in Munich.
The BMW Club Community follows a number of guidelines, the main purpose of which is to ensure a uniform public image for all clubs. The guidelines also provide helpful answers to questions about setting up a club or running a club.
Among other things, you will find useful ideas and suggestions on how to found and run a BMW Club, as well as information on the structure of the international club organisation and the corresponding rights and obligations of the clubs.
The guidelines of the BMW Club Community as well as detailed information on the prizes and awards Friend of the Marque, Prof. Dr Gerhard Knöchlein – BMW Classic Award and Club of the Year can be found here and in the download area.
Friend of the marque.
BMW has many fans and friends, but some are exceptional. Their personal commitment goes far beyond the norm. We therefore honour their commitment as passionate ambassadors of the BMW brand with the title Friend of the Marque. The only requirement is membership of a recognised BMW Club.
Would you like to nominate an exceptional person for the title of Friend of the Marque? No problem: Simply request the nomination form from classic@bmwgroup.com, complete it and return it to us. Nominations received by 31st January will be considered for the current year.
Prof. Dr. Gerhard Knöchlein – BMW Classic Award.
The award was established in memory of the founding president of Mobile Classic e. V. (formerly BMW Veteranen-Club Deutschland e. V.), Prof. Dr. Gerhard Knöchlein.
With this award, we honour individual club members who have made outstanding contributions to the preservation and communication of the history of the BMW brand. The award winners are owners who keep their historic BMWs in perfect condition and make them available to the public.
To nominate a BMW Club for the Prof. Dr Gerhard Knöchlein – BMW Classic Award, simply request the nomination form from classic@bmwgroup.com, complete it and return it to us. Nominations received by 31st January will be considered for the current year.
Club of the year.
The Club of the Year Award recognises clubs for their outstanding and exceptional achievements. The award recognises the active development of the club's size, social responsibility and increased involvement. Examples include the organisation of independent club events that underline the importance of the BMW Clubs International Council or particularly promote cooperation between BMW Clubs and the BMW Group.
Only recognised BMW clubs can be nominated by their respective umbrella organisation. The Club of the Year award was presented for the first time in 2012. To nominate a club for Club of the Year, simply request the nomination form from classic@bmwgroup.com and complete and return it to us. Nominations received by 31st January will be considered for the current year.
International Council.
The BMW Clubs International Council (BCIC) was officially founded in July 1981 by Helmut Werner Bösch, then Chairman of BMW Clubs Europe e. V., and Dr Horst Avenarius (BMW AG).
Strong connection.
The BCIC is made up of 25 delegates: 21 representatives come from the international umbrella organisations of the BMW Clubs, while four are delegated by BMW Group Classic. The number of regional members determines the composition. In addition, each BMW umbrella organisation may send independent observers to the annual Council meetings to assist the BMW Clubs International Council.Each year, around 40 representatives of the BMW Clubs and the BMW Group meet at the BCIC. They act as an important voice and vital link between the BMW Group, the BMW Club Associations, the BMW Enthusiasts Associations and the BMW representatives, importers and branches.
Objective.
The BCIC is the interface between all existing and future BMW Clubs and the BMW Group.It connects the BMW Group with all official BMW Clubs and their members as well as with partners worldwide. The BMW Clubs International Council is supported by BMW Club & Community Management, which is part of BMW Group Classic. The two organisations have worked together in close cooperation and friendship for many years.Together with BMW Group Classic, the BCIC honours outstanding personalities and achievements within the BMW Club community with various BMW Club Awards.
Board of directors.
The Council is managed by the BMW Clubs International Council Board and is democratically elected by the BCIC on a regular basis. It consists of a Chairman and three Vice Chairmen.The Chairman of the Board of Directors chairs the annual Council Meeting. They are responsible for club development strategies and facilitates communication between Council members. The Vice Presidents support the Executive Board and the Council members within their assigned responsibilities. All four together act as an interface between the governing bodies, the BMW Group and the BCCM. The current elected representatives are:Trevor Dean (Chairman)Kah Keen Wong (Vice Chair Motorcycles)Colin van Son (Vice President Classics)Martina Guenter (Vice President Automobiles)
