As a proud owner of a preowned BMW in Gauteng, you should always have a distributor of BMW spares in Pretoria on hand. Although this German vehicle manufacturer is known for producing vehicles that are reliable and can withstand the test of time, they are still mechanically driven. This means that, eventually, they will require spare parts.

BMW spares in Pretoria are not limited to official BMW dealerships. D & H Auto Spares specialises in BMW parts for mechanical, bodywork, and interior options. Our selection includes replacement and aftermarket parts that are more affordable than what you would get from a dealership. Moreover, these parts are easily available and acquirable in Gauteng.

Today, we look at some of the milestones that BMW achieved throughout the years of operating in South Africa.

BMW Milestones in South Africa

• 1972: This is the year that BMW took over the Rosslyn manufacturing plant. It is significant, as this plant became the very first BMW manufacturing plant outside of Germany.
• 1976: The very first South African exclusive model hits the production line. The 530 MLE (Motorsport Limited Edition) is brought to life, specifically aimed at dominating the local motorsport scene, which it did in fashionable style.

• 1985: BMW South Africa opens its first BMW dealership in Soweto, which was a bold and brave move at the time. However, it paid off, instilling a sense of brand conviction and brand recognition among the locals in the area. This year also saw the opening of its round headquarters in Midrand, establishing the brand’s presence in this province.

• During the 1980s and 1990s: The launch of yet another South African exclusive model. This time, it was the 745i. This was a unique and highly sought after 7-Series, powered by an M1 engine that delivered unrivalled performance at the time. It was followed by some of the most popular South African exclusives, the 333i, and its cousin, the 325iS. The 333i was dubbed Gusheshe and became a cultural icon, along with the 325iS, for their unique style and beastly performance. Both models are still highly sought after on the local market, as a recent auction in 2025 sold a 333i for R3 million.

• 2018 to Present: The Rosslyn manufacturing plant has recently shifted their focus from manufacturing the 3-Series to producing the X3 for both local and global markets. The plant recently celebrated the production of over 400 000 X3 models as well.

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