Highlights

Only 25,069 miles from new, reportedly verified by paperwork
Comprehensive history file with all invoices
Light restoration and full re-commissioning by J.D Classics
Valid, advisory-free MOT until February 2026
Registered in the UK, making it easier for European import

The Appeal

The 02 series were pure gold for BMW the moment they hit the market. They looked superb, sure - lovely, restrained three-box styling and distinctive cues that would mark the next thirty years of the company's styling - but the car's torquey performance was the real driver. They were a hoot to drive, laden with executive-level comfort and offering build quality that seemed to be a German exclusive in the era.

Originally a range occupied by the small but perky 1.6-litre M10 engine, Helmut Werner Bönsch, BMW's director of product planning, and Alex von Falkenhausen, designer of said engine, both fitted a 2-litre to their personal 02 series. When they realised they'd made the same independent decision, they decided to propose it. The already impressive sales lept skyward in response.

This particular 1975 car may well be amongst the best examples in the world. Offering a quintessentially 70s livery and a remarkably low odometer reading - which we're informed is verified by the car's paperwork - this remarkable example has also been sympathetically upgraded to keep it comfortable and capable on the modern network.

Excellent 2002s like these are a hard thing to come by - we'd recommend you don't miss out!

The History and Paperwork

Purchased new in March 1975 from the BMW Dealer, Jacksons in Guernsey
Initially used as a "holiday" home car, covering only 17,000 miles by 1986
Brought to the UK mainland in 1986, spending time in Guildford and London
Since then the DVLA has recorded 9 previous keepers
In current ownership since March 2023
Underwent light restoration and full re-commissioning by J.D Classics
Carefully stored during winter months and used on special occasions
Current mileage of 25,069, reportedly verified by the paperwork
All early servicing by BMW Dealer, later by marque specialists; comprehensive history file with all invoices
Valid, advisory-free MOT until February 2026

The Condition

No sign of any dents, dings or noticeable corrosion
Exterior paintwork quality looks in very good order, likely refinished around 2016/17
Chromework in very good condition
Some pitting on the underside of the bumper
BMW multi-spoke alloys with new period-correct Pirelli CN36 tyres
Underside as clean as the exterior, finished in body colour with no underseal
Interior mirrors the exterior with trim, fixtures, and fittings that present well
Seats recovered in 2017 with correct BMW Sand beige herringbone cord fabric
No sign of any rips or tears
All switches and controls function properly
Original Blaupunkt "Hamburg" autoradio in place
Period-correct Momo Prototipo steering wheel fitted; original steering wheel supplied

The Mechanics

2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine
5-speed manual transmission, upgraded in 2017
Engine bay in excellent order
Upgraded with Bilstein dampers and lowered Eibach Sport springs in 2017
Standard springs/dampers and 4-speed gearbox supplied upon sale
Reportedly in excellent mechanical health
We've no reports of any faults

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