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What exactly would you suggest are the hallmarks of "American" design? NOT trying to start a flamewar just genuinely interested in hearing a European answer to that question. I have some ideas of my own I'll hold onto until hearing others respond



It's not about what characterises "American design" it's more about focussing on american taste/ market by BMW. Their cars got too bulbous and fat on the outside with cheap plastics and way too many gadgets inside. I cannot really describe it but look at Maserati and their new Quattroporte( Audi as well) that's what I call an ellegant design. Don't get me wrong I like the US and it's people.