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bmw has always been a brand that i've respected. to be completely honest, i havent liked their cars as much as VW (preferred the idea/look of vr6 as opposed to that era's M3) but i'd happily drive one on a daily basis.....
OR WOULD I?
from link: http://www.brillianceauto.com/main.html
Company at a Glance
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Brilliance China is one of the leading automotive manufacturers in China through its subsidiaries, associated companies and joint ventures in the PRC. The Group's operating segments are divided primarily into the manufacture and sale of (i) minibuses and automotive components, and (ii) sedans. Its commercial vehicle brands include "JinBei" and "Granse" minibuses and its sedan brand includes "Zhonghua". In 2003, the Group also established a joint venture with BMW to produce BMW 3-series and 5-series sedans in China. The Group is also engaged in the manufacture of gasoline engines for use in minibuses, sedans, SUV and light trucks and automotive components, including but not limited to window moldings, strips, axles, stamped parts, etc.
this company also produces these cars (tested at 40mph in germany):
scary.
p.s. the 'brilliance' auto spokesperson in the uk apparently reckons that the 1 star safety rating wont hurt sales, as 'sensible people who drive carefully should have no reason to be in an accident in the first place' lol.
OR WOULD I?
from link: http://www.brillianceauto.com/main.html
Company at a Glance
General Overview
Brilliance China is one of the leading automotive manufacturers in China through its subsidiaries, associated companies and joint ventures in the PRC. The Group's operating segments are divided primarily into the manufacture and sale of (i) minibuses and automotive components, and (ii) sedans. Its commercial vehicle brands include "JinBei" and "Granse" minibuses and its sedan brand includes "Zhonghua". In 2003, the Group also established a joint venture with BMW to produce BMW 3-series and 5-series sedans in China. The Group is also engaged in the manufacture of gasoline engines for use in minibuses, sedans, SUV and light trucks and automotive components, including but not limited to window moldings, strips, axles, stamped parts, etc.
this company also produces these cars (tested at 40mph in germany):
scary.
p.s. the 'brilliance' auto spokesperson in the uk apparently reckons that the 1 star safety rating wont hurt sales, as 'sensible people who drive carefully should have no reason to be in an accident in the first place' lol.
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