Hmmm Tricky one.
We bought the car cos it looks good, drives well, is built in Britain, with (hopefully) BMW build quality.
I don't really care that it is a 'BMW' or even a Mini(well maybe a bit

), in that if it had an Audi, VW or even Rover badge we probably would have bought one. If it had a Nissan, Toyota, or Mazda badge, I certainly would not. Sorry I just don't like jap cars(no logical reason, just don't like 'em).
Griff