If you are a proud owner of a BMW and you need a supplier of replacement parts and spares in your area, D & H Auto Spares is your answer in Pretoria. This particular German vehicle manufacturer/brand has a rich and colourful history in South Africa. Therefore, when you search for “BMW parts near me”, you already have a definitive answer.

Recently, BMW Group South Africa announced that they will be paying homage to 2 of the most iconic vehicles that were produced in South Africa: the legendary 325iS Gusheshe and the extremely rare and sought after 333i.

BMW Homage Editions

• The 325iS Homage Edition: Roughly translated from Zulu, “Gusheshe” means “hurry up”, which was a fitting name for the original 325iS. Its Homage Edition is based on an M240i xDrive model. It has custom Uberkaro tartan seats, old-school heritage-style M Performance wheels that pay tribute to the original, and a legendary double rear spoiler. These are BMW parts that are not only rare but meticulously fitted to this car.

• The 333i Homage Edition: Based on the current BMW M2, the 333i pays tribute to the South African-built original E30 333i. BMW fitted some unique parts to this car, making it extremely rare and highly sought after, just like the car it is paying homage to. These parts include Alpina wheels, quad exhausts, and unique front and rear spoilers. This car also features unique homage decals.

The Auction

• Limited Runs: Both models only saw 33 being produced, bringing the Homage Edition total to 66 vehicles. These cars were sold exclusively on an online auction, with all the proceeds going to local charities. This ensured that dealer flipping was completely avoided, along with a holding agreement from buyers to prevent them from immediately selling their unique vehicles for astronomical prices.

• The Significance of the Auction: With BMW Group South Africa’s dedication and execution of their unique Homage Editions and the charity auction, they have shown their appreciation for the history that this brand shares with this country. If you are the lucky owner of one of these cars, you are driving a piece of historical art that might be one of the last petrol-driven limited-run editions in South Africa.

When searching for “BMW parts near me”, know that D & H Auto Spares has you covered in Pretoria. We stock interior, bodywork, and mechanical replacement parts and spares for BMW and Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Feel free to contact us today if you have any part inquiries.