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      11-23-2018, 10:47 AM   #10
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VIN sticker

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Originally Posted by rockstar93 View Post
From what I learned through work, the first 3 digits of the VIN indicate where the car was assembled, but the "Made in..." line is based on content rules. For 2008 BMW may have sourced more parts from Germany and thus could not be sold as "Made in USA".

I do know the entire engine/drivetrain was produced in Germany and mated with the chassis in S. Carolina.
This makes complete sense.
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