BMW and Petersen Museum Celebrate 50 Years of the 3 Series With a Must-See Racing Exhibit
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 23, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Sep. 23, 2025 – BMW fans, motorsport lovers, and car-curious families have a new reason to hit the road to Los Angeles this summer. The Petersen Automotive Museum has teamed up with BMW of North America to unveil a high-octane tribute to one of the brand’s most beloved icons: the BMW 3 Series. The exhibit, The Ultimate Racing Machine. 50 Years of the 3 Series in Motorsports, is now open in the newly reimagined Vault and will run for an entire year.
A golden anniversary worth celebrating
For half a century, the BMW 3 Series has been more than just a car—it’s been a global symbol of spirited driving, accessible luxury, and everyday performance. Whether spotted at a local racetrack or cruising down Pacific Coast Highway, the 3 Series carries a reputation built on generations of innovation, competition, and driver-first engineering.