BMW to cease MINI engine deal with France's PSA

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    #1 Nathan, Sep 4, 2013
    An engine-development cooperation between BMW and PSA, the French automaker that builds Peugeot and Citroen cars, is likely to sunset over the next few years, sources close to the two brands have said.

    The deal to develop small car engines for BMW's MINI brand and a variety of Peugeot and Citroen models began in 2002, but has likely soured for a couple of reasons.

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    #2 Metalman, Sep 4, 2013
    Oh GM you fickle partner you....:frown2:

    And you coulda had a Swedish blond....:skep:
     
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    #3 Minidave, Sep 4, 2013
    Yeah, yeah, everybody has a SAAB story......:biggrin5:
     
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    #4 Dave.0, Sep 4, 2013
    Oh but why, they made such great motors and kept walnut growers in business.:lol:
     
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    #5 packimocity, Sep 4, 2013
    Vive le France

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    #6 Dave.0, Sep 4, 2013

    Does that translate to "we surrender"?

    The only things I like about France is the toast and fries.:lol::lol::lol::lol:
     

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