1972 Bmw 2002 Base Sedan - One Family Owned, 55k Miles - Just Serviced on 2040-cars

VIN: 2578348 Year: 1972
Interior Color: Black
Make: BMW
Model: 2002
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: Base Sedan 2-Door
Drive Type: U/K
Mileage: 55,355
Number of Cylinders: 4
Exterior Color: Granada Red

Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

Wow Low mile all Original roundie 2002 - No modifications - just like it was in 1972 in Granada Red and black interior

This car was in the same family until the fall of 2012. It was sold by the son of the original owner to settle an estate. The original owners son was going to college in California and working part time at a Cadillac /BMW dealer. His parents had just bought a retirement home in Carmel California and his mother wanted to support him. Her request was red outside and black interior. When it arrived to the dealer the chrome grill guards / bumper overiders were installed. This BMW became her favorite car and was never to be sold even though they normally got a new car every 3 years. When acquired, the car it still had the vanity license plates that were put on the car in 1972 with her name. The car was always stored in the garage unless it was driven. I have receipts and documents going back many years to prove the low miles.

I have had several 2002 BMW's and this is the cleanest and most original one I have seen. I drove it a short while and soon realized although it was very low miles it was still 40 years old and needed some mechanical maintenance. So into the shop it went and was serviced as needed to be reliable as an extra car for me to drive. I spent the money with out any idea of ever selling, but have fallen in love with another vintage car, so some one will be getting a gem. I have receipts for all the work with over 7k spent to put it back using quality German parts to put it into like new driving condition.

The car was repainted about ten years ago and looks good. The stainless is very good, with only one piece on the trunk that is damaged. There is a new N.O.S. BMW piece that goes with the car. The windshield seal is cracked and a new BMW seal is included. The chrome is very nice, with only a light dent and pitting to the rear bumper center section. The interior is next to mint. The driver seat lower cushion had a spit seam and was recovered to match. There is a very small crack on the dash ( hard to see) on the corner were the speedo surround comes to the flat part of the dash. The carpets are original and in great shape with some wear in the drivers area. The headliner is mint. The original windows are in great shape. Steering wheel is perfect. Most that see the interior think is has been restored.

The running gear is were the big investment was made. The transmission had a noise in 3 gear, the struts were original and soft and the heater cables were stuck. It still had a set of 1980's Michelin's tires on the car. Here is a list of some of the items that were rebuilt.

• Transmission rebuilt- all new bearings & seals ( 4 speed manual)
• Clutch and throw out bearing replaced
• Clutch master and slave cylinders replaced
• Brake master replaced
• Rear brakes, machined drums, replaced wheel cylinders
• Front brakes, flex hoses, calipers, rotors
• Exhaust hangers replaced ( pipes and muffler solid)
• Complete heater box removed and rebuilt ( all conrols are very smooth)
• New heater core
• Front suspension rebuilt, all new bushings, ball joints, control arms
• All 5 wheels were sent out for powder coating in the original silver metallic color
• New set of 5 all season radial tires, new valve stems
• Alignment
• Belts, Battery, Oil change, and tune up
• All gear oils changed to Red Line synthetic
• Front struts in KYB gas
• Rear shocks in KYB gas
• Radiator serviced and flushed

 

This car is a blast to drive. All the lights works, gauges, heater, defroster and has a am/fm stereo. The windows roll up & down very smooth. It turns heads and everyone talks about the one they had just like it. It was a challenge to keep it stock as I have several ones that were modified. But they are only original once and so hard to find a unmolested one anymore. The rear panels were taken out above the fuel tank for an inspection and absolutely no rust was found. On the hoist the car is just as solid underneath. There is signs of rust in the rear corner of the right front fender were a patch of mud was found. And the drivers door has a few pimple, but no holes. Overall a very solid car you can drive anywhere anytime.

I have sold several classic cars on e-bay in the last few years from my collection and for friends. All the buyers have been happy.
Road test, phone calls are encouraged and very welcome.  Steve Fisher 206-755-3420

 

 

 

 

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On Jun-24-13 at 09:29:43 PDT, seller added the following information:

 I was asked about undercarriage pictures, Just added 4 of them. You can see how dry this car is underneath.
 I had to put a rag over the front plate because of reflection in the camera.
Thanks for the questions.   Steve