://:0/assets/autos_db/thumbnails/P90093404_highRes_dtm-1987-eric-van-de_jpg_677x1000_q100.jpgIn August 1985, a rumor surfaced in motor magazine Auto-Deutschland which emanated from a new sports car. An A Group Car from BMW that was a thoroughbred racing car according to the rules but was also to be produced in a version licensed to drive on open roads for everyday use.