This BMW 2002 VIN 3661128 was manufactured on September 3rd, 1973 and delivered on September 14th, 1973 to the BMW importer Automobiles Pyrénées Maison Pérez in Andorra-La-Vieille.

From there it had a single owner in Europe who imported it to Nevada, first to Reno and then Las Vegas. The original owner eventually sold it to a local friend of mine who is now the second owner, and after several years of service is reluctantly letting it go.

Exterior

It is rare to find a nice rust free example of an early 2002, and rarer still to know that this example has spent the much of its existence in the rust free Nevada basin. The strut and shock towers are perfect, and even the trunk has escaped the typical rust area found under the spare tire holder.

As most of you already know, the 2002 model had an update for the US Market in 1974, however in Europe, this update began in 1973. For the US this is a rare vehicle as it features all the updates of the Square Tail Light Model, but retains the coveted chrome bumpers. Slightly more unique to the 1973 Model are the flat top over-riders and long sided rear bumper. It is also free of the U.S spec reflectors found on later models, and features flush euro turn signals, and euro license plate lights recessed in the rear bumper.

A recent glass-out re-spray has just been completed in the original Bronze (AuBenlackierung) color, with several layers of clear, making for a stunning example of this rare color on a 2002.

Many of the seals were replaced including the front and rear windshield seals, with new chrome locking strips, as well as the under hood seals and hood insulation. Additionally, all the belt line molding hardware and rocker clips were replaced, and all the original trim has been retained throughout.

Interior

The interior still features all of its original fittings, from the original carpet to the original seat covers. The only update is a re-newed rear parcel shelf, and the addition of a new Clarion CD player with detachable face plate and hand held remote.

The driver seat has lost much of its original horse hair padding, and suffers a few split seams, but the real Aussie Wool covers are thick and comfortable and still make for a presentable ride.

The headliner and visors are perfectly fresh and white with no rips tears or stains. All of the seat belts are intact and fully functional with belts for three in the back. The heater fan has possibly failed due to lack of use but all of the remaining knobs and controls are all in excellent working order (in German of course!). It has the two speed wipers and all the gauges all work great, with the exception of the odometer which has stopped rolling at 14,881 kilometers.

Mechanical

The engine has remained free of modifications, and still runs on the original Solex single barrel carburetor with manual choke, and still breathes through the original cold weather air box.

The engine does not smoke (not on acceleration, deceleration, or at idle) and it has incredible power for a one barrel, and it remains easy to power through all the gears (no grinding synchros here!).

The engine has just been tuned and serviced with all new Bosch parts including plugs, points, rotor, cap and wires. The fuel lines and filter have been replaced, and the radiator and hoses were just replaced for summer.

It drives wonderfully, the brakes stop straight, and the car steers effortlessly. The parking brake works and the entire brake system has been serviced including new master cylinder, new brake lines, new rotors & pads, and rear wheel cylinders and shoes.

Additionally, the battery is new and a set of four brand new tires have been installed to ensure more trouble free driving.

This vehicle has been sold.

Thank you for your interest!