Past Concepts, Forgotten Prototypes - Part 1

In the last 27 years BMW Forschung und Technik GmbH research division created numerous experimental concept vehicles, on it's 25th year in 2010 a treasure trove of images was released to celebrate the division's anniversary. The concepts featured in this article is from the late 1980's to early 2000's while some of which made it into production and most didn't, you may recognize elements which made it into production on modern BMW's today. Let's start with the year 1988 when the BMW Z1 Coupe concept was created.

The BMW Z1 Turns 25.

A Video Tribute and a Happy 25th Birthday to the BMW Z1 Roadster. Have a look at our Modernized BMW Z1 rendering if you like after the jump.

BMW Group Trademarks of 2012

BMW Has recently trademarked several new names within the last 2 years, the list inside hints at future models to be added to BMWs colorful lineup. Keep in mind that just because these names are trademarked does not mean it will ever make it into production. In Canada for example, 2/4 Series Coupe and Cabriolet plus the X4 has been confirmed. Click read more for a full lineup.