2002

Clean Classic- 1976 BWM 2002

A beautiful 1976 BWM 2002 in Granatrot Metallic paint is coming to us from Vermont. Listed for $20,000 on Craigslist, this driver is ready for some canyon cruising. Thank you to Mitchell G. for sending in this tip!

Same Owner 30 Years: 1976 BMW 2002

In BMW fan and collector circles, the 2002s are considered iconic. They were built between 1968 and 1976 by Bavaria Motor Works in Europe and were considered “executive” sporty cars because of the combination of performance and comfort. This… more»

46k Miles and No Reserve: 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis GS

Yes, they’re called granny cars and grandpa cars, because most of the buyers were in fact older, but guess what? Lucy and Harry wanted a big, roomy, comfortable, and reliable car, and the Mercury Grand Marquis checked all of… more»

One-Owner Survivor: 1970 BMW 2002 Coupe

BMW managed to bet on the wrong side of both World Wars, constructing aircraft and engines for the losers twice. Prevented by the Treaty of Versailles from making planes after WWI, it pumped out metal household items and motorcycles to… more»

Bavarian Survivor: 1973 BMW 2002

In many circles, the BMW 2002 Series is considered iconic. Part sports car and part sedan, BMW had a winner in the late 1960s when they dropped a 2.0-liter engine into their 1600 Series cars, providing buyers with a… more»

Rust Free, Complete, and Cheap: 1976 BMW 2002

Most cars cycle through from the new car lot to the used car lot and the junkyard.  They are transportation, and nobody really cares about them other than a select few folks with a sentimental attachment of some sort. … more»

Premium Motor: 1974 BMW 2002 Project

BMW hit the ball out of the park with its 2002. Introduced in 1968 as a successor to the 1600, it was the happy confluence of several disparate events. The first of these involved two BMW managers who –… more»

Original Mint Green: 1976 BMW 2002

2002s are considered iconic among BMW fans and collectors. Produced between 1968 and 1976, they were part of the 02 series of compact “executive” cars built by Bavaria Motor Works using a shortened chassis of the New Class Sedans…. more»

2.0 Tilex Transplant! 1968 BMW 1600

Most of the time when I think of the concept of a sleeper car, it’s usually some 60s base-model American vehicle with the original paint that someone has stuffed a more powerful motor in, you know, kind of like… more»

No Reserve, Low-Mileage Red Bird: 2002 Ford Thunderbird

It’s hard to believe it’s been 20 years since Ford resurrected the two-seater Thunderbird concept. Being a huge Baby ‘Bird fan, I was excited to see the T-Bird finally get back to its first generation personal luxury car roots…. more»

Honestly Beige: 1976 BMW 2002

Located on Staten Island, New York with a dealer, is this unmolested, completely original 1976 BMW 2002. Find it for sale here on eBay, bid to $11,850 with reserve not met. Bidding is brisk on this popular model. The… more»

1974 BMW 2002 Barn Find

After waiting 30 years for a restoration that never came, this 1974 BMW 2002 in Mount Vernon, Ohio seeks a new owner here on Craigslist. The seller invites no delusions of a quick return, wisely suggesting a complete restoration…. more»

Rare Sunroof Option: 1975 BMW 2002

When compiling a list of potential classic cars to park in your garage, the number of contenders could be enough to fill a small (or large) book. If your focus leans towards European classics, vehicles like this 1975 BMW… more»

Highly Original! 1972 BMW 2002

With few deviations from stock equipment and mostly original paint, this 1972 BMW 2002 in Columbus, Ohio cannot be called “all original,” but it qualifies as a survivor in my book. The two-owner BMW spent most of its life… more»

Two Owner 1972 BMW 2002 Tii with Factory Sunroof

The BMW -02 series began life powered by a 1.6-liter inline-four cylinder engine. It was a two-door coupe based on the contemporary Neue Klasse sports sedan platform, earning it the designation “1600-2,” with the “-2” standing for “two-door.” Later… more»

9k Mile Red Beauty: 1972 BMW 2002

BMW’s 02 Series was available in a variety of exterior paint colors, with the company offering various bright and eye-catching colors for the sporty coupe. This past September, I wrote about an Inka Orange 2002 that was a major… more»

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