history and reference BMW Centennial Badge

[gordon415]

I'm a little late to the program here but I'm super excited about this, be it a centennial BMW or a 50 years of 02 badge. Looking forward to it!

[mo02]

I'm a little late to the program here but I'm super excited about this, be it a centennial BMW or a 50 years of 02 badge. Looking forward to it!

Thanks for your interest, I appreciate the kind words.

 

I am still working on finalizing an idea and production options (a bit slower than I had hoped for).

 

I will keep the board updated.

 

Mo Faraz

[nbcbird]

You need to think graphically about design, particularly about sizing different elements. Start with variations in type while incorporating some 2002 large high contrast images in the background. Can vary text by screening for gray effects without additional cost for color. I mocked up a very quick text layout to give you some ideas (it doesn't necessarily have to be centered to work). Good luck.

Edited February 26, 2016 by nbcbird

[mo02]

Thanks, appreciated once again.  I just sent an email to BMW asking for permission to use 'Bayerische Motoren Werke' we'll see what happens.  The worse case scenario is they will deny me and try to steal my idea   .....kidding of course.

 

I may just nix any BMW affiliation just to be able to sleep at nights, but the body design, '50', & 'jahre' are thankfully available for free use.....

 

Mo

Edited February 26, 2016 by mo02

[John_in_VA]

I mocked up a very quick text layout to give you some ideas (it doesn't necessarily have to be centered to work). Good luck.

I though "year" in German = Jahr, and "years" = Jahre, but it's been a while!

[mo02]

I though "year" in German = Jahr, and "years" = Jahre, but it's been a while!

John, you are 100% correct, this thread is starting to make me crazy....I guess I mean that in the kindest, most gentlest way possible...must be the love for 2002 that keeps me sane.

 

Mo

[mo02]

Quick update for you all, I would like to apologize about how this has progressed (mainly inconsistently).

 

I have contacted BMW customer service & they have forwarded my request to the proper department.  I have received word from one source regarding production (12 weeks timeline). 

 

There is one manufacturer in Germany I have contacted but yet to hear back from.  They apparently produce high quality metal stampings, but I will have to speak with them about cloisonné,

 

The design is close, I want to have a manufacturer ready first before posting a finalized design.

 

Thanks to all for your interest,

 

Mo Faraz

[Guy Cocquyt]

Design by committee never works and will kill your good intentions. Just go with your own best idea.

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[mo02]

Design by committee never works and will kill your good intentions. Just go with your own best idea.

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Hi Guy,

 

There is an updated thread and badge pre-order thread here:

 

http://www.bmw2002faq.com/topic/178067-2002-50th-anniversary-grille-badge-pre-order/

 

The design is ready, I am just waiting on final manufacturing approval before I begin setting concrete dates and collecting funds from members.

 

Best wishes,

 

Mo Faraz

[mo02]

Thanks, appreciated once again.  I just sent an email to BMW asking for permission to use 'Bayerische Motoren Werke' we'll see what happens.  The worse case scenario is they will deny me and try to steal my idea   .....kidding of course.

 

I may just nix any BMW affiliation just to be able to sleep at nights, but the body design, '50', & 'jahre' are thankfully available for free use.....

 

Mo

I just received word yesterday from Eileen Paletta, BMW's executive customer communications manager.  She sent me a very kind and somewhat lengthy email describing why they (BMW Munich) do not allow the use of BMW's branding.

 

In a nutshell, it is impossible to regulate how the brand gets marketed hence the automatic denial of all request.  I think areas such as car clubs & shows where BMW has a direct involvement are the best way of using the brand name & logo.

 

Its not important now, but an interesting bit of information I wanted to share with fellow FAQ members.

 

Best wishes,

 

Mo Faraz