The first BMW i8 buyer. #BMWstories

Dackelone · 12-27-2014, 05:00 AM

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This is the story of Dirk Schulz, the first BMW i8 customer. He optioned the car when he saw the concept vehicle back in 2010. At that time he did not know the price or any technical data or even if the car will be produced.

Click on CC (closed captions) for the ENGLISH translation.

Timothyelkins · 12-27-2014, 10:01 AM

Don't know what he is saying but I am sure it is inspirational in a way

Dackelone · 12-27-2014, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Timothyelkins

Don't know what he is saying but I am sure it is inspirational in a way

Oops! Sorry, I forgot to mention to click on the CC(closed captions) for the ENGLISH translation!

Dackel

makkan00 · 12-27-2014, 10:15 AM

That chap is inspiring anyway.
Loved to hear how he decided to buy Z1 and then i8. He listened to his heart than anything else....

And that is how I bought my first beamer. Looked at it online, went to see it and paid there and then!

Since then I am on my third bmw. Love these ultimate driving machines

EzequielR · 12-27-2014, 10:19 AM

Really cool and inspiring!

IEDEI · 12-27-2014, 10:33 AM

that's why I bought my 1M....I "had to have it"....appreciate that other people like this gentleman had the same feelings towards a machine! the i8 is amazing.

Xtabi · 12-27-2014, 10:52 AM

Dat lift driveway tho...

1:11

KKSigs · 12-27-2014, 11:47 AM

Great story!! Nice to be part of this i8 group

Diver · 12-27-2014, 11:59 AM

Slick car.

PatrikG · 12-27-2014, 12:48 PM

Like @Xtabi said and with an i8.. Livin' the dream.

kevinlevrone · 12-27-2014, 01:06 PM

I hate videos of things that should be written.

ORIGIN M. · 12-27-2014, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by kevinlevrone

I hate videos of things that should be written.

Seriously whatever dude.

Try expanding your horizons.

Luminor513 · 12-27-2014, 03:17 PM

Refreshing to see i8 in white, I think it looks much better than that boy racer blue.

Dmacc · 12-27-2014, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by kevinlevrone

I hate videos of things that should be written.

Makes zero sense.

ska///235i · 12-27-2014, 07:24 PM

Nice to be rich, thats all I got out of the video

GrussGott · 12-27-2014, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by kevinlevrone

I hate videos of things that should be written.

agreed - I think it's great when someone gets something they want, and I enjoy the video format for people who want to share their experiences.

What I find slightly annoying about this video is that it's clearly professionally produced, meant to inspire emotions, but lacks any redeeming message, and is therefore a commercial.

I would'nt have been annoyed if the title had been "New Euro i8 commercial released"

ChrisMT79 · 12-27-2014, 09:24 PM

My first was a SG/CR E46 330ci. Bought sight unseen, as I couldn't find that grey on red with a manual and had it shipped from Chicago. Still remember the rainy day that flatbed pulled up. I'm certain the feeling was similar.

ORIGIN M. · 12-28-2014, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by GrussGott

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Originally Posted by kevinlevrone

I hate videos of things that should be written.

agreed - I think it's great when someone gets something they want, and I enjoy the video format for people who want to share their experiences.

What I find slightly annoying about this video is that it's clearly professionally produced, meant to inspire emotions, but lacks any redeeming message, and is therefore a commercial.

I would'nt have been annoyed if the title had been "New Euro i8 commercial released"

Wunderbar, two haters have met at last.

Cuz5150 · 12-28-2014, 10:04 AM

Poor guy wanted a V10

and he got 2 small motors

But......hay!!! He seems happy.....

exclusivo · 12-28-2014, 11:38 AM

that driveway lift/elevator was the best thing in that video. guy probably has a batcave down there.

alphapunk2 · 12-28-2014, 05:58 PM

omfg he has the underground car lift thing. I want one.... but i live in an apartment -_-

MalibuBimmer · 12-28-2014, 08:53 PM

What you guys really want is underground parking, a lift and a turntable. If you're going to do it, go all out.

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