Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/01/01
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]>A BMW motorcycle is called a Beemer and a BMW car is called a Bimmer. This >is just a long time convention used by those who are enthusiasts of BMW's. >I think it started with BMW motorcyclists calling their bikes Beemers but >I'm not sure. I know one thing, you'd better make sure you get this right >when you're around BMW motorcycle clubs:-) >Bud >>why is one called a 'bimmer' and one a 'beemer'? kent >> > I've also heard that the reason that the car is called a BIMMER is because the BMW Car Club of America (BMWCCA) had its beginning in the great state of Mass. Can you imagine Ted Kennedy pronouncing the word BEEMER? It would be much more natural to call it BIMMER! This may be an urban legend but it may actually be the reason. Mark Hammons BMWCCA member #141843 1987 BMW 528e 1990 BMW M3 [ Now all I need is a Leica M3 and I'm set! ;-) ]