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West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this extraordinarily rare and original mostly all stock example of an original southern California owner 1974 BMW 2002 Tii 2 Door Sports Sedan with the 4 speed manual transmission! This is an always garaged car with no rust and no history of any accidents and an always babied example of the iconic 2002 Tii model, a rare and highly desirable internationally collectible BMW in a most desirable and very striking color combination of original 'Amazon Green' color paint with a tan interior and with believed to be only 91K original miles!

The BMW 2002 was the high performance limited edition model (1972-74) of the 2002 model line which changed the automobile world forever with the introduction of an everyday compact 4 seater car with a measure of sportiness and sophistication, that along with BMW's legendary reputation for engineering and high quality construction, caught the attention of sport car enthusiasts the world over. It has since then become a cult icon that uniquely embodies the spirit of the 60's and 70's and none moreso than this most desirable fuel injected Tii model which boasted superior power and driveability and which was only sold in the US from 1972-74. The assembly, finish and workmanship of these cars was first rate but with a stark and business like 'no nonsense' approach with a black instrument panel, dished three spoke steering wheel which was designed to make easily visible the important speedometer, tach and fuel/temperature gauges, the unique and exclusive to the Tii clock to the right of the instrument cluster, hand cranked windows and in true sports car tradition there was no radio, no power steering, no door locks, no cruise control and naturally, no air bag!

Simple as it was, the 2002 tii packed sophisiticated hardware with a monocoque chassis and rack and pinion steering with power front disc brakes. The tii reported 140HP was also plenty for this 2.0L compact and light sports car. The secret ingredient being its 'Kugelfischer' fuel injection which allowed for precise fuel metering at all RPM ranges mated to a 4 speed manual transmission. The wider wheels and upgraded suspension on these cars soaks up bumps and dips with impressive ease and these cars were noted for their exceptional ride quality when new and they still prove to be the most fun you will ever have in a small sedan. These cachet cars put BMW on the map and they still compare and drive well even to todays standards, weighing only 2,225 lbs and with a top speed of 118mph!

The BMW 2002 series (1968-76) was a well loved and highly successful 2.0L version of BMW's smaller sedan the 1600, unchanged in dimensions or basic appearances from the original 1600 and which is credited with creating the compact sporting sedan with a high performance engine, sporting suspension and handsome sports car features and the legendary 2002 Tii was a limited edition top of the line fuel injected version that was imported to the US from 1972-74. They are icons of the industry and highly sough after internationally. To find one like this particular example in such exemplary condition and virtually completely stock without modifications is unusually rare. Over the years, most have either been abused or have rusted out and most of the survivors have been either overly restored or modified beyond recognition. The Tii was superior and not comparable to the regular 2002 model in many respects with the Kugelfischer Fuel Injection System, 13mm steel wheels, larger brake booster, larger wheel cylinders, larger front brakes, larger front hubs and spindles, larger exhaust manifold and larger brake master cylinder.

This particular model is quite stunning and very rare in that it seems to be completely all original throughout apart from reupholstered front seats, which when compared to the majority of over restored or modified examples available today is totally unique! It has had only one southern California owner since new and still boasts its original owners manual!

This particular car is finished in its original and beautiful factory color combination of 'Dark Green' exterior paint with a tan interior. There are no signs of there having been any accidents or damage or previous rust! A truly obviously always garaged southern California example if there ever was one which had been owned since new by its original and only proud southern California owner, before we recently purchased the car from him. The car's 'Amazon Green' color paint is still in very presentable condition with only very minor imperfections such as a couple of minor and superficial supermarket parking dents or dings and in particular there is one small dent on the drivers side rear roof above the rear window (see photos below). The newly upholstered tan interior was recently professionally completed using only original equipment manufacturers (OEM) specification material and is obviously therefore in beautiful and stock correct condition!

The car drives exactly like such a low original mileage and well maintained model should and must be seen and driven to be truly appreciated! The 2.0 litre fuel injected engine is extremely strong and powerful and the four speed manual transmission has a very smooth transmission shift  through all the gears and the temperature always remains cool!

You will surely look long and hard to find a finer example of this original southern California owners mostly all stock and exceptionally clean and cherished and very rare and internationally desirable 1974 BMW 2002 Tii 2 door sports sedan model for the ultimate time warp driving experience in this most desirable of color combinations!

For further information contact West Coast Classics through EBay or on 310-399-3990 during regular California business hours
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