BMW 2002 "TURBO" (1972) - SOLIDO
Nº 68.
BMW 2002 "Turbo" (1972).
"Coches inolvidables" - Ediciones Salvat (España).
Escala 1/43.
Solido.
Made in France.
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"The 2002 Turbo was launched at the 1973 Frankfurt Motor Show. BMW's, and Europe's, first turbocharged production car, the 2002 Turbo produced 170 hp (127 kW) at 5,800 rpm, with 240 N·m (180 lb·ft) of torque. The 2002 Turbo used the 2002 tii engine with a KKK turbocharger and a compression ratio of 6.9:1 in order to prevent engine knocking. The 2002 Turbo was introduced just before the 1973 oil crisis, and 1,672 Turbos were built."
2002 turbo (1973−74): 1,672 units.
Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMW_New_Class
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From "BMW 2002. The original ultimate driving machine".
Mark Kanow 2010
History
Overview:
"The BMW 2002 was first introduced in 1968, becoming the first ever sports sedan. For the first time, a practical car could be fun. The large trunk and 4 seat layout made the car practical, but the 2 liter engine and fantastic suspension made the car performance oriented at the same time. After the second World War, companies such as BMW were struggling to stay in business. When the 2002 was introduced, little did BMW know that they would sell over 800,000 units. In 1976, when 2002 produced was stopped, a car known as the 3-series would take its place, based off of the same sports sedan platform. Over 40 years later, these cars are still on the road and have achieved somewhat of a cult status."
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Timeline:
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"The year 1974 saw major changes in the 2002 series. In order to comply with U.S. Safety regulations, all 2002's were fitted with large impact bumpers and new square taillights. Other minor changes included new plastic grills, as well badging changes in the rear decklid. Interior changes were also minimal.
1974 also saw the production of the 2002 turbo. The 2002 turbo is considered to be the ultimate 2002, with large flares, and decals to match the performance of the 170 bhp turbocharged engine. This is the first time BMW experimented with turbocharging technology, and it was also the last for many years. Regardless, only 1671 were produced, and none were officially imported to the United States. Today, a 2002 turbo can fetch upwards of $60,000 in good condition."
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Source:
BMW 2002 "TURBO" (1972) - SOLIDO
Nº 68.
BMW 2002 "Turbo" (1972).
"Coches inolvidables" - Ediciones Salvat (España).
Escala 1/43.
Solido.
Made in France.
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"The 2002 Turbo was launched at the 1973 Frankfurt Motor Show. BMW's, and Europe's, first turbocharged production car, the 2002 Turbo produced 170 hp (127 kW) at 5,800 rpm, with 240 N·m (180 lb·ft) of torque. The 2002 Turbo used the 2002 tii engine with a KKK turbocharger and a compression ratio of 6.9:1 in order to prevent engine knocking. The 2002 Turbo was introduced just before the 1973 oil crisis, and 1,672 Turbos were built."
2002 turbo (1973−74): 1,672 units.
Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMW_New_Class
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From "BMW 2002. The original ultimate driving machine".
Mark Kanow 2010
History
Overview:
"The BMW 2002 was first introduced in 1968, becoming the first ever sports sedan. For the first time, a practical car could be fun. The large trunk and 4 seat layout made the car practical, but the 2 liter engine and fantastic suspension made the car performance oriented at the same time. After the second World War, companies such as BMW were struggling to stay in business. When the 2002 was introduced, little did BMW know that they would sell over 800,000 units. In 1976, when 2002 produced was stopped, a car known as the 3-series would take its place, based off of the same sports sedan platform. Over 40 years later, these cars are still on the road and have achieved somewhat of a cult status."
(...)
Timeline:
(...)
"The year 1974 saw major changes in the 2002 series. In order to comply with U.S. Safety regulations, all 2002's were fitted with large impact bumpers and new square taillights. Other minor changes included new plastic grills, as well badging changes in the rear decklid. Interior changes were also minimal.
1974 also saw the production of the 2002 turbo. The 2002 turbo is considered to be the ultimate 2002, with large flares, and decals to match the performance of the 170 bhp turbocharged engine. This is the first time BMW experimented with turbocharging technology, and it was also the last for many years. Regardless, only 1671 were produced, and none were officially imported to the United States. Today, a 2002 turbo can fetch upwards of $60,000 in good condition."
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Source: