BMW just unveiled a new concept that's an homage to what was both legendary and tragic in the company's history. It marks the 30th anniversary of the BMW M1, the company's first and only mid-engine car. Despite its shortcomings from collaborator Lamborghini's bankruptcy to its floundering sales in the showrooms, the M1 started a legacy in the company simply known as the M. For it was the M1 that inspired BMW to produce high-performance versions of their 3 and 5 series models that became instant automotive icons.
(Left) M1 Homage Concept; (Center) 1978 BMW M1; (Right) 1972 BMW Turbo Show Car
2008 BMW M1 Homage Concept