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Feb 03, '03 BMW Group increase revenues to 42,282 million
The financial year 2002 has again been a very successful one for the BMW Group. Despite the difficult worldwide economic situation, the BMW Group was able to continue its growth course and set new records in terms of sales volume and revenues. As announced in the letter to shareholders, total revenues rose by 9.9% to euro 42,282 million in 2002 (2001: euro 38,463 million). Revenues of the Automobiles segment increased by 13.8% to euro 38,179 million (2001: euro 33,542 million) and those of the Motorcycles segment by 6.7% to euro 1,130 million (2001: euro 1,059 million). The Financial Services segment recorded a 9.3% increase in revenues to reach euro 8,213 million (2001: euro 7,514 million).

BMW Group Canada sales still hot despite cold January weather - sales up 29% over same month last year.
Whitby, Ontario ... BMW Group Canada announced today record-breaking sales for the month of January, recording combined (BMW & MINI) automobile sales of 860 units a 29% increase over the same month last year.		  
Jan 10, 03 BMW Group Canada's retail network expands nearly 10% with the opening of four new retail centres.
BMW Group Canada's retail network is expanding nearly 10% within the next week with the simultaneous opening of four new retail centres. Budds' BMW Hamilton (Hamilton, Ontario), BMW Gallery (Calgary, Alberta), and Parkview BMW (North York, Ontario) will be completely operational by January 15, 2003. Meanwhile, MINI will expand into the Alberta market with the opening of MINI Crowfoot, a stand-alone MINI showroom associated with BMW Gallery.
The four new retail centres open following BMW Group Canada's recent
announcement of its 12th consecutive year of increasing sales, with 2002
sales up 30% over 2001.		  
Jan 3, 03 BMW Group Canada breaks all previous sales results - sales rose 30% in 2002.
BMW Group Canada announced today its 12th consecutive year of record-breaking sales, recording combined (BMW & MINI) automobile sales of 16,622 units in 2002 - an incredible 30% increase over the 2001 record figure of 12,702. The year end sales results follow a record-breaking December sales month, with 1,260 vehicles delivered to customers, up 50% over the 838 units sold in the same month last year.		  
18.12.2002 BMW to unveil xActivity concept vehicle at Detroit BMW will unveil the new xActivity four-wheel drive concept vehicle at January's North American International Auto Show 2003 in Detroit (January 5 onwards). BMW's latest Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) gives some indication of what to expect from any future extension of the X range with its uncompromising combination of dynamic looks, on-road driving characteristics, versatility and off-road abilities.
Check out some info at this babez.de link		  
Dec 2002 BMW announced the new 'Yachtline' 760Li (yes the new designation is backwards compared to the past 'iL' nomenclature).
We have a link to the babez.de site with write up and photos		  

Some BMW Canada Facts

1986 4,605 vehicles sold. BMW Canada begins operations in Whitby with 50 employees.

1987 4,900 vehicles sold. 7 series, K100LT, 3 series.

1988 5,006 vehicles sold. 5 series, K100RS (first motorcycle with ABS).
Renovation of the Whitby facility.

1989 4,411 vehicles sold. K1 launched. Implementation of dealer-based
ordering and distribution system.

1990 4,002 vehicles sold. 850i, M5, 318i/is returns to Canadian market.
First K series with ABS sold to Toronto Police Department. 1991 4,304
vehicles sold. 3 series, K75RT. BMW celebrates 75th anniversary worldwide.

1992 4,520 vehicles sold. K1100LT first motorcycle with catalytic
converter. Regional business structure established. Extended BMW warranty introduced.

1993 4,528 vehicles sold. V8 engine, 3 series cabriolet, R1100RS new Boxer, K1100RS. Modernization of warehouse at the Whitby facility.

1994 5,241 vehicles sold. 7 series, R1100GS. 45 limited edition M3's sold out. Launch of BMW Financial Services.

1995 5,245 vehicles sold. Z3 roadster, R1100R. Whitby facility undergoes further expansion. BMW Canada Internet site is launched. BMW Canada wins first place in the J.D.Power CSI.

1996 5,725 vehicles sold. 5 series, R1100RT, R850R. Addition of display area to the Whitby facility. First M-Division Winter Driver Training Program. BMW Canada wins J.D. Power Award for second consecutive year.

1997 7,117 vehicles sold. 323is Cabriolet, Z3 2.8l roadster, R1200C, K1200RS, F650. Expansion of parts distribution warehouse on Whitby premises. Launch of retailer operating system.

1998 7,701 vehicles sold. 3 series sedan, R1100S. Hendrik v. Kuenheim announced as CEO and President.

1999 9,011 vehicles sold. 3 series coupe, X5, M5, K1200LT, R1150GS.
Expansion of parts distribution and training facilities in Whitby.
Integration of BMW and Land Rover Canada in Whitby headquarters. BMW Financial service best in JD Power Customer Satisfaction Analysis. BMW Experience Centre opens in Whitby. BMW celebrates best sales year in history (9,011 units) Land Rover celebrates best sales year in history (1,210 units).