1971 BMW 2002

Description

In the mid-1960s, BMW recognized an opportunity to introduce a smaller, more accessible counterpart to its larger four-door executive sedan, the "Neue Klasse." Led by corporate design director Wilhelm Hofmeister, designers Georg Bertram and Manfred Rennen embarked on the task of bringing this vision to fruition. Their collaboration resulted in the creation of the 1966 production 1600-2, a two-door marvel crafted to be more compact than its predecessor. Despite being smaller and less lavishly appointed, the 1600-2 excelled in performance, boasting a lighter build, enhanced speed, and superior handling. Building on this success, BMW introduced the larger displacement 2002 in 1968, inheriting the performance prowess of the 1600-2 while marking a new era for the brand. The 2002 solidified BMW's reputation as a manufacturer of high-quality, affordable performance vehicles, cementing its place in automotive history. 

Highlights 

• Powered by a 2.0-liter “M10” inline-four mated to a four-speed manual transmission 

• Finished in original Riviera Blue (036) with a Skai vinyl interior 

• In excess of $45,000 was spent on restorative work from 2007 through 2010, with the receipts available for review in the additional documents sections 

• 13 inch Compomotive Minilite-style wheels with Toyo RA1 tires 

• Period correct Sears Kenmore radio 

• The headliner was replaced with the correct type German material in 2023 for a total cost of $2,400 

• Upgrades include:

  • Ireland engineering header and exhaust system 

  • Ireland engineering springs and sway bars 

  • Stainless short rear bumper 

  • Flush mounted front turn signals  

  • Yellow Cibie fog lights 

  • Three-point seat belts 

  • Original Momo Prototipo leather wrapped steering wheel 

• Sanitary undercarriage 

• Delivered new through Hoffman Motors of New York 

• Please note that while the five-digit odometer displays just under 13,000 miles at the time of listing, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

• Power assisted front disc brakes 

• Twin bucket seats 

• Manual roll-up side windows 

• Pop-out rear side windows 

• Heater 

• Tinted glass 

• Pivoting vent windows 

• Door mounted armrests 

• Adjustable head rests 

• 120 miles per hour speedometer  

• Steering lock  

• Front bumper over riders 

• Red tip radio antenna 

• Stainless steel windshield wipers 

Known Imperfections 

• Minor paint chips on the front fascia 

• Minor scratch on the front bumper, left front headlight trim, right door, and right rear fender 

• Minor crack on the left of the hood, right front fender, and in the steering column cover 

• Paint imperfections pictured on the left rear wheel arch 

Included 

• Original tools 

• Manuals 

• Hoffman dealership invoice 

• Original steering wheel  

• Original owner's maps 

• Vintage State Park permits 

• Service invoices 

• Coco mats 

Ownership History 

The current owner of this 1971 BMW 2002 purchased the car in 2023 from North Carolina, with the previous owner acquiring the car after the restoration work was completed.  

Additional Notes  

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Rebecca Wolanin  Phone: 813.389.2162  email: rwolanin@hagerty.com  

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