BMW Art Cars in India!

Rtech · 7th September 2007, 17:58

We'll go again when you are in town rags!

swale84 · 7th September 2007, 18:09

Hey, my parents went yesterday and called me to tell me about it!

There are two actual cars on display, while the rest are all scale models.

Definitely worth a visit. Ill be going this weekend for sure.

The two cars on display are: 1. BMW 320i Group 5 racing version, painted by Roy Lichtenstein (1977) and 2. BMW M1 Group 4 racing version, painted by Andy Warhol (1979)

Details quoted from the exhibition brochure.

Suhail

iraghava · 7th September 2007, 18:20

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Originally Posted by Rtech

We'll go again when you are in town rags!

Ok, deal! Should be fun!

Dippy · 7th September 2007, 19:05

I heard that there are scale models for sale too. Is that true?

V-16 · 7th September 2007, 22:41

Just back from the Exclusive Presentation. They unveiled two models out of the 15 (or is it 16). Yes Dippy they do have the scale models on display af all 15 but i didn't ask if they were for sale.
As soon as I entered the Jehangir art gallery, I was greeted by a bevy of PYTs standing at the gate. They ushered me in to the first hall on the left wherein the entire senior team of Navnit Motors was present. I got introduced to two Germans with tongue twisting names one of who was a Doctorate from London. The cars were kept in a glass enclosure and covered. The large spoiler on the M1 gave its identity away even in the covers as much did its contours which the cover hugged passionately.
After a few glasses of good quality Moet and Chandon Champagne (even wine was being served) and a few itsy bitsy stylishly carved canapes, the presentation began. The cars were unveiled.
The first was the 1977 320i which is a group 5, 300 BHP racing version. On this the noted artist Roy Lichtenstein has used his brush to depict the landscape and the sun. This was inspired by the Le Mans track landscape or the scenery which passes the car when in move. White base with the yellow sun rays and black and green.

The second car was the 470 BHP, 1979 M1 group 4. This is painted by Andy Worhol in blurs and many mixed colours none of which are clear and well defined. His logic being that he wanted to depict speed and at speed, nothing is clear, everything is a blur. He has even used his hands and fingers in most parts like the bonnet to get the desired effect. Im an art aficionado of sorts too but to me the machines were what were art here. They took first place in this art exhibition. After all how many art exhibitions does one go to where one can ogle at the canvass instead of the painting. This was one such exhibition.

karlosdeville · 7th September 2007, 22:58

V-16, must have been quite a sight eh? No pics?

Dippy · 8th September 2007, 00:28

Is photography allowed Gogi? If yes I'll get the cam along on Sunday

F50 · 8th September 2007, 00:48

Im in for Sunday !

iraghava · 8th September 2007, 01:10

NICE! Now I'm really looking forward to the visit!

speedy · 8th September 2007, 01:36

very nice gogi bhai. did you meet my father he was going to be there too.
did you manage any spy pictures.

V-16 · 8th September 2007, 02:31

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Originally Posted by karlosdeville

V-16, must have been quite a sight eh? No pics?

Actually it was a strictly for invitees presentation with less than 30 people in attendance till i left. I did not think it right to carry a camera. It would, look a little out of place

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Originally Posted by Dippy

Is photography allowed Gogi? If yes I'll get the cam along on Sunday

Im sure taking pics are alowed. After all whats the point if no pics are allowed. It is open for public viewing again on Sunday only from 11-6 i think is what he told me.

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Originally Posted by speedy

very nice gogi bhai. did you meet my father he was going to be there too.
did you manage any spy pictures.

No speedy. I was there dot at 8 and left dot at 8.45 as had to go somewhere. Till that time I dont think your dad walked in. I would have definately seen him.

XCygon · 16th February 2008, 09:46

aah78 · 9th April 2009, 05:43

The BMW Art Cars World Tour exhibit was in New York - displayed at the Grand Central Terminal from March 25 - April 06, 2009.

I accidentally managed to discover it last Sunday and clicked a few pictures on my mobile phone camera. There were a bunch of people clicking away so couldn't get close-up and detailed shots.

Here are a few random shots:

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The new Z4 Roadster:

M1:

635 CSi:

320i:

3.0 CSL:

iraghava · 20th April 2009, 08:56

I would love to own a CSL

cooldude1988765 · 20th April 2009, 09:57

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Originally Posted by iraghava

I would love to own a CSL

Who wouldn't, Looks beautiful.

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swale84 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pune Posts: 459 Thanked: 9 Times	Hey, my parents went yesterday and called me to tell me about it! There are two actual cars on display, while the rest are all scale models. Definitely worth a visit. Ill be going this weekend for sure. The two cars on display are: 1. BMW 320i Group 5 racing version, painted by Roy Lichtenstein (1977) and 2. BMW M1 Group 4 racing version, painted by Andy Warhol (1979) Details quoted from the exhibition brochure. Suhail
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7th September 2007, 22:41	#35
V-16 Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2005 Location: mumbai Posts: 4,594 Thanked: 950 Times View My Garage	Just back from the Exclusive Presentation. They unveiled two models out of the 15 (or is it 16). Yes Dippy they do have the scale models on display af all 15 but i didn't ask if they were for sale. As soon as I entered the Jehangir art gallery, I was greeted by a bevy of PYTs standing at the gate. They ushered me in to the first hall on the left wherein the entire senior team of Navnit Motors was present. I got introduced to two Germans with tongue twisting names one of who was a Doctorate from London. The cars were kept in a glass enclosure and covered. The large spoiler on the M1 gave its identity away even in the covers as much did its contours which the cover hugged passionately. After a few glasses of good quality Moet and Chandon Champagne (even wine was being served) and a few itsy bitsy stylishly carved canapes, the presentation began. The cars were unveiled. The first was the 1977 320i which is a group 5, 300 BHP racing version. On this the noted artist Roy Lichtenstein has used his brush to depict the landscape and the sun. This was inspired by the Le Mans track landscape or the scenery which passes the car when in move. White base with the yellow sun rays and black and green. The second car was the 470 BHP, 1979 M1 group 4. This is painted by Andy Worhol in blurs and many mixed colours none of which are clear and well defined. His logic being that he wanted to depict speed and at speed, nothing is clear, everything is a blur. He has even used his hands and fingers in most parts like the bonnet to get the desired effect. Im an art aficionado of sorts too but to me the machines were what were art here. They took first place in this art exhibition. After all how many art exhibitions does one go to where one can ogle at the canvass instead of the painting. This was one such exhibition. Last edited by V-16 : 7th September 2007 at 22:42.
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speedy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Mumbai Meri Jaan Posts: 6,197 Thanked: 1,023 Times View My Garage	very nice gogi bhai. did you meet my father he was going to be there too. did you manage any spy pictures.
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aah78 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NYC / BOM Posts: 4,662 Thanked: 3,257 Times View My Garage	New York City The BMW Art Cars World Tour exhibit was in New York - displayed at the Grand Central Terminal from March 25 - April 06, 2009. I accidentally managed to discover it last Sunday and clicked a few pictures on my mobile phone camera. There were a bunch of people clicking away so couldn't get close-up and detailed shots. Here are a few random shots: The new Z4 Roadster: M1: 635 CSi: 320i: 3.0 CSL:
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