What does the 'M' stand for in BMW M9?

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Alex Johnson 2 months ago

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What does the 'M' stand for in BMW M9?

I'm considering buying a BMW M9, but I'm not sure what the 'M' stands for. Can someone explain the meaning behind it?

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**Emily Smith** · Answer 1 · 2025-01-11T14:30:25+00:00

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Emily Smith 2 months ago

The 'M' in BMW M9 stands for 'Motorsport'. It signifies that the car has been specially designed and developed by the BMW Motorsport division.

**Jacob Patel** · Answer 2 · 2025-01-11T14:30:25+00:00

The 'M' is a nod to the BMW founder, Karl Rapp, and his original company, Rapp Motorenwerke. It's a tribute to the company's origins in motorsports.