1974 BMW 2002 Turbo
Chassis No. 4290489
Engine No. 4290489
One of Only 1,672 Produced & Certainly One of The Finest Example
Available
Home-Market Delivery Turbo - With Known Ownership from New
Exquisitely Restored by Dutch Marque Experts
Verified Numbers-Matching & Offered with BMW Classic
Certificate
Complete with Original Documentation, Owner's Manuals, Tools &
Accessories
The Pinnacle of BMW's Hallowed 2002 Series
Europe's First Turbocharged Production Car
Demands for increased power for its medium-sized saloon had
prompted BMW to introduce the original 2002 in 1968, and it was the
fuel-injected 2002tii that provided the basis for the model's
ultimate expression - the Turbo - which was readily distinguishable
by its deep front air dam, wheelarch extensions and boot-mounted
spoiler. This top-of-the-range model had been introduced following
a successful racing program that saw a works entered, turbocharger
equipped 2002 win the 1969 European Touring Car Championship in the
hands of Dieter Quester. Faced with having to compete against the
Porsche 911 & Alfa Romeo GTA, BMW opted for 'bolt on' horsepower
courtesy of a turbocharger in a compact package resulted in
outstanding performance and the fastest and most exciting
medium-sized sports saloon of its day. Produced for the 1973/74
season only, this rare model is rightly regarded as a modern
classic and highly sought after.
4290489 offered here, was manufactured on April 30, 1974 in
Chamonix paint over customary black upholstery, and registered new
by Wolfgang Geduhn on May 28, 1974 of Hasbergen, Germany. The Turbo
was later transferred to Kurt Hinke of Dinslaken on December 6,
1974 and later Joachim Heller of Dinslaken as well on March 27,
1975, with license plate number OB-AT 333. Karl-Wilhelm Stollen
eventually took ownership in May 1980 while residing in Bleysfeld
and reregistered the vehicle in Oberhausen in 1986, while
continuing to carry the same license plates which accompany the BMW
to this day. The car remained under the care of Mr. Stollen until
just recently when it was acquired by one of The Netherlands
foremost BMW specialists for restoration to like new condition.
Entering restoration as a very solid, complete, matching numbers,
honest example, the Turbo would receive a meticulous complete
nut-and-bolt restoration to concours standards over the course of a
year. The thorough restoration is documented with detailed photos
in the cars history file that will accompany the sale. Aside from
the gorgeous cosmetic finishes it now displays, the 2002's
mechanical and electrical components were fully addressed,
including new engine internals and wiring.
This 2002 fully exemplifies quality craftsmanship and panache as
certainly the finest 2002 Turbo we have ever seen. 4290489 comes
complete with original Owner's Manual, Turbo Supplement, BMW
European Service Directory, 1974 German Service Directory and
Warranty Booklet in vinyl folio, Model Repair Book, BMW Classic
Certificate of Authenticity, Original German Title Copy, Customs
and Shipping Documentation, Two Sets of Keys, Original License
Plates, original tool roll, jack, spare and emergency accessories.
This particular Turbo has yet to be concours shown or vintage
toured and will surely provide abundant opportunities for its next
caretaker to enjoy. Now available for worldwide purchase and
delivery.
$178,500.00
To learn more about this vehicle, please contact our sales
department at (281) 497-1000 or
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