This 1976 BMW 2002 was refurbished under previous ownership in the late 1990s and was acquired by the seller in 2016. Finished in Polaris Metallic (060) over black vinyl, this classic car features numerous upgrades and modifications that enhance its performance and driving experience.
Under the hood, the car is powered by a modified 2.0-liter M10 inline-four engine paired with a five-speed manual transmission sourced from a BMW 320i. Engine modifications include Tii pistons and cylinder head, a Schrick 304 camshaft, dual Weber sidedraft carburetors, a Jet Hot-coated Doug Thorley tubular header, a custom exhaust system, an oil cooler, an electric fuel pump, and MSD electronic ignition.
The car’s suspension has been upgraded with a Suspension Dynamics front sway bar, front and rear strut tower braces, H&R springs, and Bilstein dampers to provide improved handling. Braking is handled by power-assisted front disc brakes and 320i rear drum brakes. In 2020, the front brake calipers were rebuilt, and the right inner tie rod and front brake pads were replaced.
Sporty 15″ gunmetal-powdercoated Panasport alloy wheels wrapped in Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R tires complete the aggressive stance. Exterior details include a front bumper delete, auxiliary lights, dual side mirrors, pop-out rear quarter windows, a tucked rear bumper, and a single center-exit exhaust outlet. Close-up photos of the paint and lighting lenses are available in the gallery, with the seller noting that the sunroof gasket and liner require some attention.
Inside, the cabin features bolstered front sport seats sourced from a BMW 320i with a black vinyl rear bench. Additional appointments include a cabin heater, a rebuilt shifter assembly with a wood shift knob, crank windows, Coco floor mats, and a Bluetooth-capable Alpine CD stereo system linked to Rockford Fosgate and Pioneer speakers, as well as a JBL subwoofer. The steering wheel is a MOMO Prototipo, which frames VDO instrumentation consisting of a 120-mph speedometer, an 8,000-rpm tachometer, and gauges for coolant temperature and fuel level. The center stack houses AutoMeter auxiliary gauges for voltage, oil pressure, coolant temperature, and oil temperature. Note that the clock is non-functional.
Some cosmetic and mechanical imperfections are present, including a disconnected parking brake, missing elements from the driver door panel, and blemishes on the upholstery.
The five-digit odometer reads approximately 69,000 miles, with about 19,000 miles added under the current ownership. A service invoice from 2020 noted oil seepage from the distributor base and rear main seal; however, the seller assures these leaks do not drip onto the ground when the car is stationary. The timing cover gasket was replaced in 2022. Additionally, weeping fluid is observed from the differential cover.
The car is offered with a service manual, spare and removed parts, service records, in-process build photos, and a Maryland title in the seller’s name that carries an Exceeds Mechanical Limits brand. Rust remediation and the refinishing of the Polaris Metallic paint were completed during the previous refurbishment.
This BMW 2002 presents a compelling package for enthusiasts seeking a classic car with tasteful modifications and ongoing maintenance documentation. For more details and photos, please refer to the gallery.
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