article ...... history of the 2002 series

[OriginalOwner]

Of particular interest in this SEPT 2018 article:  the author shows 1975 as the last production year of the 2002 model ..... that is of course confusing to me, I thought it was 1976. 

 

So your comments & commentary on "history" will be interesting to read.

 

 

 

The BMW 2002 – A Quick Guide

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The BMW 2002 proved to be a major milestone for the company as it worked to build itself up again after the Second World War. To catch a glimpse of

 

 

Cheers,

 

Carl

 

 

[d.hitchcock]

I would dispute that date, given that my car was built June 18, 1976.

 

[2002iii]

They should change the name to a quick and inaccurate guide.

 

In multiple places it says ti's have twin solex's, then the chart shows kugelfischer mechanical fuel injection.

 

The charts also show all models being available with a 3 speed automatic, lol.

 

I didn't see any mention of 2 barrel carbs and many other changes that occurred over the years.

 

 

[Mike Self]

If you want an accurate history, get Jackie Jouret's book, or for the Cliff Note's history, find the December 2002 BMW CCA Roundel and read the history and year-by-year changes...

 

mike