BMW Car Club Gauteng

Member Benefits

The BMW Car Club Gauteng was established in 1981 with the sole aim of providing social and competitive activities which appeal to like-minded people, young and old, who have one common passion – The BMW Marque. Our Club, a non-profit organisation which is professionally run by an elected committee, is a Founder Member of BMW Clubs Africa, as well as being a Member of the International Council of BMW Clubs.

The club’s events calendar is designed to offer something for every type of BMW owner or driver. Participation in these events allows BMW owners and drivers to enjoy their vehicles and the BMW lifestyle in a safe, controlled environment with like-minded people. From performance orientated events to classic car events to family fun, there truly is much to choose from.

Events:
• Advanced Driver Training and Collision Avoidance Courses
• BMW Factory Tours
• BMW xDrive Off Road Driver Training
• Breakfast Runs
• Concours Show & Shine Days
• Cryptic Clue Poker Runs
• Dynamic Handling and High Speed Oval runs at Gerotek
• Economy Runs
• Gymkhana Events
• High Speed Top-end Runs
• Hijack Prevention Courses
• Skidpan Events
• Track Days at Kyalami, Zwartkops and Phakisa
• Poker Evenings
• Weekends Away

Being a spectator at some of these events is almost as much fun as participating!

Membership of the BMW Car Club Gauteng entitles you to:
• A personalised Membership Card
• BMW Car Club Stickers
• A Quarterly Printed Glossy Magazine
• Electronic News Letters and latest BMW Related News
• Discounts on select BMW Parts & Accessories at participating BMW Dealerships
• Access to all the latest information on your BMW
• Access to other like-minded people who are passionate about their BMWs
• Eligibility to participate in all of the club events

Single membership is R300 per year and R350 to include the entire family.
Memberships run from 1 March – 28 February of the following year.

The club is currently run by Chairman Ryan Herd, who also serves on the BMW Clubs Africa executive and manages the club website content and sub-editor of the club magazine The Beemer. Vice Chairman John Tallodi takes care of the adrenaline events while Colin van Son and Reg Green look after the more relaxed social events. “Mr Food & Beverage” Bevan Meyer keeps us fed and well oiled, while Brett Alexander ensures everything is by the book as our Club Chief Scrutineer. Michael Broom is our magazine editor and takes care of all things  The Beemer. Jaqueline Herd is responsible for all the club’s membership, administration and financial activities. The committee is elected by the members, and work on a volunteer basis with no financial reward for their immense efforts. It is the passion and dedication of this group that has made the club the success it is today.

Please browse this site which has been designed to provide a general overview of what our Club offers to enhance your sheer driving pleasure. If you would like more information before submitting the on-line application form, please contact the club memberships@bmwcarclub.co.za.

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