Migration of all 8coupe.com data to the 8er.org platform
Over the past few months, the 8coupe.com website has been migrated to the 8er.org platform. The 8coupe.com website is based on web technologies that are no longer available, making it nearly impossible to modify its content or change its web hosting. It also no longer complies with the requirements of the new data protection laws and therefore had to be partially shut down in 2018.
The time has finally come: 8coupe.com is once again available online on the 8er.org platform and has been given a fresh new look. All posts and data have been integrated into 8er.org, and existing 8coupe.com users can log in to 8er.org using the same login credentials. 8er.org is fully compliant with the latest data protection laws and is technically up to date. The platform has sufficient computing power and capacity to continue operating for many years to come.
All rights to use 8coupe.com are being transferred to the 8er.org platform as part of this migration. A heartfelt thank you goes out to the tireless volunteers and data collectors around the world who built the 8coupe.com website and have maintained it until now.
8coupe.com website
The E31 Registry represents dedicated BMW 8 Series owners worldwide who are convinced that the BMW 8 Series will become one of the most sought-after collector’s cars of the late 20th century. To this end, thousands of hours have been invested in research and data collection to ensure future preservation efforts.
Vision
To create a central community dedicated to documenting and preserving the BMW 8 Series models from 1989–99 (E31 vehicle platform).
Mission
8Coupe.Com provides centralized advocacy, a continuous flow of information, and support for owners of BMW 8 Series vehicles through a secure online archive.
Goals
- Creating a comprehensive database containing the following information:
- Complete production data and statistics for all 30,621 E31s worldwide
- Vehicle Details and Maintenance History
- Stock photos and marketing materials
- Voluntary registration of your own E31 models in the E31 Registry
- Advocacy and support for current and future owners of BMW 8 Series models
8er.org Platform
The 8er.org platform is the world’s largest and most comprehensive online platform for enthusiasts, owners, and restorers of the BMW 8 Series (E31). It serves as a central hub for everything related to the 830i, 840Ci, 850i/Ci, and 850CSi models produced between 1989 and 1999. The platform is non-commercial and is open to anyone who registers and wants to become part of the community.
The focus is on the concept of international networking: Members from around the world exchange information on technology, restoration, replacement parts, and historical documents through forums, archives, and databases. The site offers a wide range of sections, including:
- Forums and discussion groups for technical questions, modifications, and authenticity
- VIN database with over 22,000 registered vehicles, photos, prices, and reports
- Article and Document Archive with over 200 posts from owners worldwide, organized according to the BMW parts classification system
- Sister sites such as E31FAQ.com, which answer frequently asked questions about the 8 Series
- Support for community projects such as 8er-Freunde, which organize meetups and road trips
- Umbrella organizations such as the BMW 8 Series Club International (B8CI), which serves as the global umbrella organization for E31 clubs.
The platform is technically built on the WoltLab Suite™ and combines modern forum software with a structured database architecture. It serves as an archive and communication hub for preserving the BMW 8 Series and its history.
