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Herbert Schnitzer, BMW team legend, passes away at 85

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 10:43 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Herbert Schnitzer, BMW team legend, passes away at 85

Summary

Herbert Schnitzer, the last of the four Schnitzer brothers and a significant figure in BMW's racing legacy, died on June 8, 2026, his 85th birthday. He passed away peacefully at home in Freilassing, surrounded by family. Former racing driver Christian Menzel remarked on the loss of Schnitzer and his brothers, Dieter and Charly. The Schnitzer family has long been associated with the success of BMW in motorsports, marking their contributions as pivotal in the team's history.

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By the Numbers

•Herbert Schnitzer died on his 85th birthday
•He was the last of the Schnitzer brothers
•Schnitzer passed away at home in Freilassing
•Christian Menzel commented on Schnitzer's legacy
•The Schnitzer family significantly shaped BMW's motorsport history

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What they're saying

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There is great sadness following the death of Herbert Schnitzer. The last of the four Schnitzer brothers, who owned the legendary BMW racing outfit, passed away peacefully at home in Freilassing on Friday - on his 85th birthday - surrounded by his family. "Now all three are together, Dieter and Charly, gone from us far too soon," writes former racing driver Christian Menzel, who shared a photo ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com

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