1972 BMW 2002

Description

In the mid-1960s, BMW identified a niche in the market for a smaller, more accessible counterpart to its larger four-door "Neue Klasse" executive sedan. Tasked with bringing this vision to life, corporate design director Wilhelm Hofmeister entrusted the project to Georg Bertram and Manfred Rennen. Their collaborative efforts yielded a remarkable creation: the 1966 production 1600-2. This two-door marvel was crafted to be five centimeters (two inches) shorter in wheelbase and approximately 25 centimeters (10 inches) shorter in length than its "Neue Klasse" counterpart, achieved primarily through the artful bobbing of the rear deck. While the 1600-2 may have been less lavishly appointed than the "Neue Klasse," it excelled in areas that mattered most—lighter, faster, and boasting superior handling. Building upon the success of the 1600-2, BMW introduced the larger displacement 2002 in 1968. This iconic model not only inherited the performance prowess of its predecessor but also heralded a new era for BMW, establishing the brand as a purveyor of high-quality, affordable performance vehicles. 

Highlights 

• Powered by a 2.0-liter “M10” inline-four factory rated at 113 horsepower 

• Four-speed manual transmission 

• Finished in Verona Red with a black interior 

• Upgraded with aftermarket bucket seats covered in black microfiber with red stitching 

• 13 inch painted steel wheels with chrome hubcaps 

• Aftermarket four-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel 

• Please note that while the odometer displays just over 9,000 miles at the time of listing, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

• Power front disc brakes 

• Sunroof 

• Blaupunkt AM/FM radio 

• Front three-point seat belts 

• Front air dam 

• Stainless steel windshield wipers 

• Bumper over riders 

• Pop-out rear side windows 

• Luggage rack 

• 120 miles per hour speedometer 

• Door mounted armrests 

• Steering lock 

• Electric rear window defogger 

Known Imperfections 

• Inoperative odometer 

• Blow fan is inoperable

• Chipped paint on the steering column 

Included 

• Spare tire 

• Jack 

• Lug wrench 

Ownership History 

The current owner of this 1972 BMW 2002 acquired the car in 2023.  

Additional Notes 

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

Contact: William Cooper  Phone: 469.463.4542  email: wcooper@hagerty.com