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Originally Posted by Stu67
I'm sure I read somewhere that one of the reasons that BMW originally purchased Rover were the paint facilities. It was something to do with the development of the new mini models for which they wanted the tech, Rover (the taxpayer) had invested heavily in the paint plant and it was superior to those on the continent?
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From memory, BMW contracted Durr to install a new paint plant in Longbridge soon after purchase in 94 and later put in a new facility at Cowley. I think the paint was from a local firm called Carrs.