M10 anyone?

LI E90 · 09-25-2007, 04:56 PM

from leftlane news:

BMW has filed for three interesting trademarks that give clues to its future product plans. They are: BMW M10, Progressive Activity Sedan, and BMW 555. The first appears to refer to a new high-performance model, while last clearly relates a new 5-Series variant. As for the new "PAS" — we're not too sure.

BMW M10

Insiders have long believed BMW to be working on a successor to the M1 mid-engine sports car, which was built between 1978 to 1981. A number of names have been rumored for the supercar, with "M10" recently appearing in the German press.

It turns out that might be the badge of choice, because BMW filed for a trademark on the name "M10" on July 18th, 2007.

BMW 555

BMW's trademark on the name "555" was 'published for opposition' on August 7th, 2007. That step usually indicates a company is actively pursuing the trademark with intentions of using it.

At first glance, 555 might seem to refer to a 5-Series sedan with a 5.5 liter engine, but it could also mean something different. BMW's 335, for example, has a 3.0 liter engine with the extra "5" representing its turbocharger, rather than another half liter of displacement.

Progressive Activity Sedan

Another new acronym from BMW? The automaker's new X6 is referred to as a "Sports Activity Coupe," which creates a less-than-ideal acronym — SAC.

Could BMW be considering a new marketing term for its four-door X6? Or perhaps the "Progressive Activity Sedan" is yet another new niche vehicle coming from BMW. Only time will tell.

WenHan · 09-25-2007, 05:26 PM

I might want to see the BMW's supercar, but it will move away the spotlights from the M3,5 or 6.

Dammmittt · 09-25-2007, 09:13 PM

Probably more likely to be an M8. Why would you skip up so many numbers for no reason? I think right now the 10 stands for 10 cylinder. You'll probably see a Mid engine V10 aimed at taking down the Audi R8 sometime soon. I can't wait.

Mattscott · 09-25-2007, 09:42 PM

M10 probably will never come out, why would they skip 8 or 9 series?

Dammmittt · 09-25-2007, 10:05 PM

That's what I'm SAYING!

esbezee92 · 09-25-2007, 10:07 PM

haha SAC

09-25-2007, 04:56 PM	#1
LI E90 Colonel 144 Rep 2,086 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Long Island iTrader: (2)	M10 anyone? from leftlane news: BMW has filed for three interesting trademarks that give clues to its future product plans. They are: BMW M10, Progressive Activity Sedan, and BMW 555. The first appears to refer to a new high-performance model, while last clearly relates a new 5-Series variant. As for the new "PAS" — we're not too sure. BMW M10 Insiders have long believed BMW to be working on a successor to the M1 mid-engine sports car, which was built between 1978 to 1981. A number of names have been rumored for the supercar, with "M10" recently appearing in the German press. It turns out that might be the badge of choice, because BMW filed for a trademark on the name "M10" on July 18th, 2007. BMW 555 BMW's trademark on the name "555" was 'published for opposition' on August 7th, 2007. That step usually indicates a company is actively pursuing the trademark with intentions of using it. At first glance, 555 might seem to refer to a 5-Series sedan with a 5.5 liter engine, but it could also mean something different. BMW's 335, for example, has a 3.0 liter engine with the extra "5" representing its turbocharger, rather than another half liter of displacement. Progressive Activity Sedan Another new acronym from BMW? The automaker's new X6 is referred to as a "Sports Activity Coupe," which creates a less-than-ideal acronym — SAC. Could BMW be considering a new marketing term for its four-door X6? Or perhaps the "Progressive Activity Sedan" is yet another new niche vehicle coming from BMW. Only time will tell. __________________ 2013 MB C300 4matic 2014 Ford Explorer Ltd 1973 Jeep Commando
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WenHan Enlisted Member 4 Rep 45 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	I might want to see the BMW's supercar, but it will move away the spotlights from the M3,5 or 6.
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Dammmittt My favorite sign. 183 Rep 4,338 Posts Drives: 2007 M Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Der Autobahnen iTrader: (0)	Probably more likely to be an M8. Why would you skip up so many numbers for no reason? I think right now the 10 stands for 10 cylinder. You'll probably see a Mid engine V10 aimed at taking down the Audi R8 sometime soon. I can't wait. __________________ 07 ///M Coupe (Premium Package) Black Saphire Ext. Imola Red Int. Best Website EVER!
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Mattscott Major General 108 Rep 8,327 Posts Drives: 2007 335i E90 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Beaumont, CA iTrader: (2)	M10 probably will never come out, why would they skip 8 or 9 series? __________________ Legal Disclaimer: Anything I or anyone else says about my vehicle on this website(e90post.com or any affiliated or nonaffiliated sites), pertaining to modifications, is only to gain acceptance from my/our peers, and does not actually represent anything actually existing on my car, and thus, cannot be held against me in any issues, i.e. warranty claims, that may arise.
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Dammmittt My favorite sign. 183 Rep 4,338 Posts Drives: 2007 M Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Der Autobahnen iTrader: (0)	That's what I'm SAYING! __________________ 07 ///M Coupe (Premium Package) Black Saphire Ext. Imola Red Int. Best Website EVER!
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esbezee92 Lieutenant 8 Rep 499 Posts Drives: Montego 328i Coupe Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: SoCal iTrader: (1)	haha SAC
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