Limited Production? = Widespread Panic!

[1978.530i]

Originally Posted by KSA ///M3

Most likely in 2013.

Wow. Thanks for the info. That'll be a tough call!

[Red Bread]

Originally Posted by Bimmer-Bob

I think the E86 M Coupe is a maybe the precedent or template for this vehicle, both in name and execution. To me, that is a gorgeous car, and destined to become a classic BMW, but they only sold about 1800 in the US (if my numbers are right). And we may be looking at an even shorter production run for the 1M. BMW may just have their numbers dead on.

That 1,800 number seems to be pretty common. for US totals of the E86 M, with a smaller number of non-M coupes made. Someone asked BMW's Spartanburg facility how many total Z4 M Coupes were made and got this answer:

Lifetime production of the Z4 M Coupe at BMW Manufacturing was about
4,500 vehicles.

There were roughly 6,000 total Z3 M Coupes made, so perhaps the rumored 2,500 1M Coupe number is slightly less than either of those, depending on how many years it will be available. But either way, I wouldn't worry about rushing to your dealer, there should be plenty for everyone, and markups will be short lived if anyone attempts one.

[1978.530i]

We're gonna need a render of the convertible!!!!

[gbridger]

We've been saying the 1M will be VERY limited on BimmerFile for quite some time now. We've heard from many sources over the past year and no one has said any different. I've said it many times and I'll say it again... think JCW GP.

[Bimmer-Bob]

Originally Posted by RobMason

Since a fully optioned 135i has a MSRP over $50k, I have to believe the 1M will be higher than mid 40s. I am betting starting price in the high 40's, nicely optioned mid 50s , fully optioned high 50s.

But what if there aren't many options vailable? No nav, premium pack, etc - that would keep prices down and also be consistent with the "pure" ideal BMW is apparently aiming at with this car. And it would force a certain demographic - buyers interested in luxury options, or high-tech options such as DCT or HUD, to shop elsewhere in the BMW lineup.

[spiderz17]

Originally Posted by Bimmer-Bob

But what if there aren't many options vailable? No nav, premium pack, etc - that would keep prices down and also be consistent with the "pure" ideal BMW is apparently aiming at with this car. And it would force a certain demographic - buyers interested in luxury options, or high-tech options such as DCT or HUD, to shop elsewhere in the BMW lineup.

+1. Although heated seats would be nice because these German winters are a bit rough. Or, to eliminate that need and cut the cost a bit more, they could just give us the cloth/leather combo seats from the M3.

[1978.530i]

Originally Posted by Bimmer-Bob

But what if there aren't many options vailable? No nav, premium pack, etc - that would keep prices down and also be consistent with the "pure" ideal BMW is apparently aiming at with this car. And it would force a certain demographic - buyers interested in luxury options, or high-tech options such as DCT or HUD, to shop elsewhere in the BMW lineup.

Sorta like the Boxster Spyder?

[02fireman]

Originally Posted by gbridger

We've been saying the 1M will be VERY limited on BimmerFile for quite some time now. We've heard from many sources over the past year and no one has said any different. I've said it many times and I'll say it again... think JCW GP.

In a way I hope your right. If people react like they did with the GP then they may pass on this....6MT only, no lux, raw feeling, etc....
That might give more people the opportunity to find one

[dmboone25]

Originally Posted by Bimmer-Bob

But what if there aren't many options vailable? No nav, premium pack, etc - that would keep prices down and also be consistent with the "pure" ideal BMW is apparently aiming at with this car. And it would force a certain demographic - buyers interested in luxury options, or high-tech options such as DCT or HUD, to shop elsewhere in the BMW lineup.

This point was brought up with SCOTT a while back, and he basically said this wouldn't be an option, at least in the US market.

He stated, quite accurately, that BMW is seen as a luxury brand in the US, and that things like no A/C and roll up windows will never be seen in a US-bound BMW.

There are also rumors out there that this same logic is the reason the US doesn't see all of the models available in Europe, where the brand isn't as "luxury" based....