The BMW 2002 made a name for itself as a sporty car, and the 2002tii model is the peak of that reputation. This 1974 2002tii has had a lot of fixes. Some of them have changed how the car looks, but they should make driving easier. The sale for the Bring a Trailer ends on August 31. A classic BMW 2002 looks rough on the outside because of the way it is styled. This all-black design looks religious, like a priest’s cassock or a nun’s habit, with the hands joined and a severe look on the face. David E. Davis, Jr., the editor of Car & Driver, said something memorable: “Turn your hymnals to Number 2002, and we’ll sing two choruses of Whispering Bomb.” A 2002tii is made for cheaters who want to go fast, not for saints. Bring A Trailer is a Hearst Autos magazine like Car and Driver. Today’s pick is a black and chrome 1974 BMW 2000tii. It is very different from the brand’s current lineup, which includes ornate coupes and the XM SUV, which has two massive grilles resembling Pumba from The Lion King. Compared to an XM, 2002 is quick, smooth, and skilled. Davis loved the 114-hp carbureted version of this short little car so much that his review of it in 1968 is now thought to be one of the best car reviews of all time. I believe that the 2002 is one of the best methods to travel in modern society. This phrase is captivating. Kugelfisher mechanical fuel injection gives this 1974 2002 Tii ending a hint that it has more power under the hood. When properly equipped, the bubbly little 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine makes 125 horsepower and 127 pound-feet of torque while singing happily over a stainless-steel exhaust. It has a limited-slip rear differential and a five-speed manual gearbox from a newer car. When Patrick Bedard of Car and Driver tested a 2002tii, he noticed: You can’t help but like it, no matter how hard you try. The truth about cars is that they don’t have strobe stripes, fake teardrop race mirrors, or triple turret taillights. Just well-made machines on show in steel and glass. It also does something. The rider may have to take deep breaths because of the fuel-injected engine, but it moves like a pro flanker back. Since it was made in 1974, it has the same square taillights as later 2002 models, even though the older chrome frames have replaced the round taillights. Given how well-organized the car is, this is a minor point. The cabin is clean and straightforward, with Recaro seats, a Nardi shift knob, and a three-spoke steering wheel. The Bilstein springs and 13-inch Gotti wheels keep the ride light and quick. The former owner did a lot of maintenance, like getting a new aluminum radiator, fuel and water pumps, and different parts for the ignition system. The exhaust, made of stainless steel and brand new, should make an excellent sound for a weekend of backroad driving.
