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Not Pointless
Many of us in here fail to acknowledge that China is probably BMW's second largest market with room to grow.
Driving the new M5 around the Shanghai Circuit served the exact purpose for BMW as it did for Porsche with their Panamera; create more brand awareness and drive sales.
BMW like all its competitors, understand China's economic power and therefore don't be surprised more emphasis placed on this market. BMW already has strategic partnerships and China specific products like the 1 series sedan and 5 series extra legroom.
Don't get me wrong, though a great Nurburgring time is something to brag about; it's impact is very different from launching and driving a car in a country you want to grow more sales.
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