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Originally Posted by doublegbmw
Correct me if i'm wrong but the Veyron losses money for VW every time they make one. BMW is smart by putting the R&D into existing vehicle like M-series & now electric/hybrid i-8.
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The Veyron makes no money at all for VW it is the automotive equivalent of an ego trip. Also if any Saudi Prince etc wrecks their Veyron then VW repair it out of their own pocket.
The R8 makes money because it is a Parts-bin car when you strip it down, mechanically it is basically a Lamborghini Gallardo.
Mercedes-Benz will now start making money now that the SLS AMG family is growing with the Roadster.
The BMW i8 will be revolutionary not only in styling direction and drivetrain.
It will also be a sports car that will give you performance of a sports car with fuel consumption of under 100MPG.
As BMW states the i8 is the most progressive sports car and is the sign that sports cars can remain relevant in a future of legislation.