When it comes to rare cars, Jay Leno’s Garage has always been a treasure trove of fascinating stories. But the latest episode, featuring the legendary 1990 BMW 325i Touring, takes things to another level. Joining Jay is none other than Jason Cammisa, a car journalist and Youtuber with a knack for storytelling and a deep passion for German engineering. Together, they explore this quirky station wagon that’s anything but ordinary.
A Rare Find with a Fun Backstory
Jason’s 325i Touring isn’t just another vintage BMW—it’s a gray-market import, meaning it was never officially sold in the United States. Actually Cammisa shared this story on our podcast as well back in 2020, here and here. This particular car was originally sold in Germany and came with one of the strangest option lists you’ll ever hear about.
Whoever ordered it back in the day went all-in on performance: they checked boxes for the biggest engine, sport suspension, and even a …