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Originally Posted by Efthreeoh
Agreed, but I think it's fair to say that for BMW enthusiasts the direction of the company is a bit off course. But I remember the days, just 5 or so years ago when BMW touted how it never had to compromise its cars like other brands (i.e. Lexus, Infinity, Audi) because it was “independent” and didn’t platform share. Oh and just 10 years ago on how RWD could only provide the ideal 50/50 weight balance necessary for an excellent-handling car. And then Scott26 saying in a post several months back, how BMW figured out a FWD platform provides more spacious interiors and layout (i.e. no driveline tunnel), like it was an engineering epiphany – something I pointed out in the thread that the British figured that out in the 1950’s, and the Japanize car industry built a dynasty on. But whatever.
And let's not forget the Olds Toronado...
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I also remember when BMW thought forced induction was a "low tech" way to bump horsepower. At least that used to be M GmbH's philosophy.
My how time changes things.