New Managing Director for BMW (UK)

Tim Abbott has been named the new Managing Director of BMW (UK) and will take
up his new position on 1 February 2009. Tim is currently the company's Sales
Director, a post he has held since August 2006. He replaces Klaus Kibsgaard
who is moving to a new senior management post within the BMW Group Sales and
Marketing division which will be announced soon.


Tim has a broad experience of the motor industry spanning both manufacturer and
retail environments. He first joined BMW in 1986 and held several positions in
the regional and then national sales teams. In 1996 his career took him into
the retail sector with Audi, establishing a successful group of five
dealerships in the south-east of England which he sold in 2004 to United Auto
Group (UAG). Following two years as a Divisional Managing Director for Sytner
Group, he rejoined BMW (UK) as Sales Director.


Speaking today, Ian Robertson, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG
responsible for sales and marketing, said, "Tim's breadth of experience across
this industry has proved to be a great asset in his current position and will
be even more valuable as he takes over the leadership of BMW (UK). He is a
skilled business leader and his retail experience gives him exceptional insight
into dealer network management. I congratulate him on his appointment."


Tim commented, "I am clearly delighted with my new appointment. While the
current business environment is tough, our exceptional brands and range of
outstanding cars and motorcycles put us in a strong position. My role is to
give clear leadership and direction to the company and the dealer network as we
meet the challenges which lie ahead."

Tim is 51 years-old, was educated at Loughborough University and is married
with three children. He has a keen interest in motor sport and golf.

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For further information please contact:

Graham Biggs
Corporate Communications Director, BMW Group UK
Tel: 01344 480109 Email: Graham.Biggs@bmw.co.uk

Angela Stangroom
Group Communications Manager
Tel: 01865 826749 Email: Angela.Stangroom@bmwgroup.com

Mark Harrison
Corporate Communications Manager
Tel: 01344 480113 Email: Mark.Harrison@bmw.co.uk