BMW has had the "Motorsport" division for more than 30 years. This is their premium line of cars most famous today is the M3.

Their first M car was the M1 which was actually designed by another auto company, not BMW. Just the engine in the M1 was designed and built by BMW.

What car company designed the M1 and what did the "M" originally stand for before BMW changed it to "Motorsport"?
BaseRSX Reviewed by BaseRSX on . Car Quiz #1 BMW has had the "Motorsport" division for more than 30 years. This is their premium line of cars most famous today is the M3. Their first M car was the M1 which was actually designed by another auto company, not BMW. Just the engine in the M1 was designed and built by BMW. What car company designed the M1 and what did the "M" originally stand for before BMW changed it to "Motorsport"? Rating: 5