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The M1 Is BMW's Solitary Supercar
Simply a fabulous car to drive. A friend had one many years ago and I had the chance to drive it a good bit. After that I was sold. It was a a car you could drive every day and never tire of it. Beautifully styled, well appointed, wonderful BMW straight six balance and superbly suited for motoring. A great car. The only two I have ever seen state side were Henna Red (orange).
I actually think that the i8 is kind of a modern day equivalent. Also, I have to say that I absolutely loved the modern day rendition, the M1 Hommage that surfaced… was it like 5-6 years ago? That being said, there might be chance of us seeing a modern M1. Personally, I think the following article is highly speculative and it doesn’t promise anything, but you could always cross your fingers.
[url=”http://www.caradvice.com.au/285426/bmw-m1-supercar-revival-not-a-question-of-know-how/”]http://www.caradvice.com.au/285426/bmw-m1-supercar-revival-not-a-question-of-know-how/[/url]
You know I would love to see Italian styling in the next M1, if It becomes a reality. For example, have Zagato do the styling and BMW do the rest. I think not only will that be a great homage to the original, but would probably give the M1 something BMW can’t (to me the i8 is ugly).
I have always been a big fan of many BMWs and the M1 was was always one of my personal faves. Whats not to love about it you have beautiful Italian design mixed with rock solid German drivetrain this thing should have sold like hotcakes. The best part about the M1 was that it was a supercar but without being temperamental like most supercars can be. There was a air of civility about it all.
