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      12-20-2007, 04:55 AM   #1
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Will BMW switch to Chinese suppliers?

http://www.leftlanenews.com/bmw-fall...suppliers.html

BMW is trying to cut cost and squeezing its suppliers. Will BMW switch to Chinese suppliers to cut cost and how will this affect future build quality?

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      12-20-2007, 09:54 AM   #2
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There are some BMWs build in China already, but most of them are just to supply the Chinese market.
I wouldn't be surprised if some part of the car will be fabricated in China, then ship to Germany/USA for final assembly.
Its happening on nearly all manufacturing industry, even Boeing, Airbus are seeking Chinese fabricators. It "shouldn't" be a big problem "IF" the QA/QC is on a really tight leash to ensure the fabrication quality.
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Probably affect the entry level cars or anything below 40K maybe...

a doubt there's one day a M6 would be "made in China"
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