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      05-26-2009, 01:30 PM   #14
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Originally Posted by ShaneV78 View Post
Actually I suspect it is probably a regulatory issue rather than a cost-cutting one... the M3 for example also comes with a different seat base in the US market.

If I recall correctly, it has to do with occupation sensors in the seat which are unique to the US market and as such, they would need to certify each seat type individually if they offer all the options.

Huh? Regulation is what causes costs to increase.
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