[kuschku]

> since they may have received the program indirectly.

Which is rarely possible for a car OS, honestly.

[qznc]

Does the intention behind some GPL clause matter or how some court would interpret the text?

[kuschku]

For a court the intention very much matters – in case of doubt, the court will always resort to interpreting the intention.

At least in Germany – and BMW is German.

[st3v3r]

Really? I would consider it to be quite common, given the prevalence of used cars.

[FireBeyond]

Which would be direct, not indirect. You are in possession of the vehicle, with the legal standing of an owner.

[bobbles]

People buying used cars is pretty common...

[kuschku]

In that case you have the car, and the VIN – and received the software directly.

Please specify a use case where you received the software without the VIN, thanks.

[FireBeyond]

And also direct.