BMW to show 1-series based concept in Tokyo
by Damon Lavrinc on Oct 15th 2007 at 7:55AM 
Over the course of the last few weeks, we've been constantly updating our comprehensive list of debuts slated for the Tokyo Motor Show, but one glaring omission continually jumped out at us: BMW. We know they'll be showing off the M3 Sedan, but it was rumored that something else would grace the Bavarian's show stand. Automotive News finally shed some light on the mystery model, but it doesn't reveal much.
BMW will be showing a concept built atop the 1-series platform, but when AN quizzed a BMW spokesperson, all they would say is that the unnamed concept won't be the X1 mini 'ute. Our first suspicion was the 1-series convertible, but that's far too dull for Tokyo. We'll let the relentless speculation begin below.
As for the rest of the Germans, we know Audi is bringing the A1 concept to the show, which should be close to the production model set to debut in 2009, while Volkswagen will be releasing its first Up! variant in the form of a five-door minivan concept.
We'll be on a plane to Tokyo this time next week, so expect more to follow soon.
[Source: Automotive News – Sub. Req.]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Gary 9:42AM (10/15/2007)
Z2?
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B-NOIT 10:54AM (10/15/2007)
I second that. Z2 sounds logical.
MarkM3 8:57AM (10/15/2007)
My guess is it will be the X1 crossover that was mentioned in the big BMW press release back on September 27th:
http://www.autoblog.com/2007/09/27/b...-and-fourth-b/
Quoted from the press release:
"We would like to confirm the announcement of the BMW X1. This model is going to complement the successful X family, together with the BMW Concept X6 presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show. "
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MarkM3 8:59AM (10/15/2007)
I need to read better! :bonk:
Hmm?
1 series sedan anyone?
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geo.stewart 9:20AM (10/15/2007)
a 1-series rally hatch? for the non-US market
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Todd 11:02AM (10/15/2007)
I was going to guess the Z2 as well. Maybe a Z2 coupe with the 135 turbo engine.
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Cadmonkey12 4:33PM (10/15/2007)
I like the idea of the Z2... and if you're going to play in
MX-5/Miata territory you might as well do it in Japan.
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Brad 12:53PM (10/15/2007)
Add me to the list of people whose first thought was "Z2."
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rgseidl 1:52PM (10/15/2007)
Perhaps they'll resurrect the M1 badge, though it's hard to see how they could top the 135i.
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