BMW : E10 '02

Model Introduction

The BMW '02 Series, launched in 1966 with the 1600-2, distilled the Neue Klasse formula into a lighter, two-door body. It offered sharp handling, lively performance, and became a favourite among driving enthusiasts, especially in 2002 tii and Turbo form.

Magazine Articles

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    BMW 2002

    In automatic transmission form, Germany's liveliest compact retains all its charm and most of its urge

    CAR · August 1970
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    Giant Test

    Rover 2000TC v Triumph 2.5PI v BMW 2002

    CAR · April 1971
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    Giant Test

    1968 Jaguar E-Type 2+2, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTV, 1971 Lotus Elan Sprint Coupe, 1971 BMW 2002, 1970 Jaguar E-Type Coupe

    CAR · August 1972
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    Giant Test

    Alfa Romeo 2000GTV v Audi Coupe S v BMW 2002Tii

    CAR · November 1972
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    Giant Test

    BMW 2000 Touring v Volvo 1800ES v Reliant Scimitar GTE

    CAR · December 1972
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    Three of a kind

    BMW 2002 Tii

    Competition Car · March 1974
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    turbo to nivelles

    We drive the turbocharged BMW 2002

    Competition Car · June 1974
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    First wind of change

    Years before turbocharging became the fashion BMW showed the way with their 2002 turbo. Its performance was dramatic but so could be its handling

    CAR · August 1982

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