Resurrection of BMW 02-series

EnI · 03-30-2006, 02:31 PM

Mission Accomplished - The BMW 2002 tii Classic Celebrates 40th Birthday, and Resurrection

March 30, 2006

Munich, Germany - The BMW 02 models are cult cars that uniquely embody the spirit of the 1960s and '70s. The aim was to revive this exciting era by reconstructing the 2002 tii model out of individual components. Motoring nostalgics can experience the legendary "young classic" close up from 06 - 09 April at the world's biggest historic vehicle show, Techno Classica in Essen.

Old into new

The idea was hatched last year. The plan was to bring the BMW 2002 tii back to life using available spare parts, on the basis that Mobile Tradition - the BMW Group's heritage division - is today still able to provide some 90 per cent of all components for the BMW 02. It seemed a logical step, then, to reconstruct this ever-youthful recent classic. Master mechanic Arthur Herrmann and Klaus Kutscher, head of the BMW Mobile Tradition workshop, set to work on an original bodyshell from the 1970s. In a "Glass Workshop" specially constructed for the purpose on the site of the BMW Museum Exhibition next to the Olympic Tower, the car was gradually put together piece by piece - to the delight of thousands of visitors monitoring its progress live since May 2005. Eleven months and some 4,000 spare parts later the new BMW 2002 tii, model year 2006, goes on display at Essen's Techno Classica, the world's largest specialist fair for classic models.

The crazy seventies

Inka, a glowing shade of orange, is one of the typical colours favoured during the "crazy seventies". In keeping with that era, the new BMW 2002 tii shines brightly in this flower-power hue guaranteed to get the pulses of car aficionados racing.

The heartbeat of the newly revived dream car is provided by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with 130 bhp, as in the original model built back in 1973. That's enough power to take the 1,030-kilogram car from standstill to 100 km/h in 9.4 seconds. Even the top speed of 190 km/h reached 30 years ago on roads dominated by the VW Beetle was a creditable figure - and still makes for a superlative driving experience today. Sipping an average 9 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres, this four-wheeled gem came with a price tag of DM 14,400 attached.

Oldster made up of new parts appears at Techno Classica

From 6 April 2006, interested car fans have the opportunity to take a closer look at this old model made up of new parts. Once again BMW Group Mobile Tradition will be welcoming visitors in Hall 12 of the Techno Classica automotive show, where the 2002 tii will be on display - not behind glass this time.

The successful project has spawned more of the same, ensuring that the Glass Workshop does not remain empty. Visitors to the BMW Museum Exhibition at the Olympic Tower will be able to observe another "new-but-old cult car" taking shape on the hydraulic platform - this time it's a BMW 528 (E12).

BMW Press

Interesting:

BMW are trying to create a new interest in a classic 02-series (2002 tii) by re-introducing it.
The even started to use 02-series (02er Reihe) naming.

Get it? They are preparing the ground for a new 2-series coming next year in a 2-door sedan-ish coupe & cabrio form (E89 & E88) - as a reincarnation of classic 02-series.

Brookside · 03-30-2006, 02:38 PM

Another smart move by BMW. I know they'll do a great job on the new 2 series-
and the sooner BMW introduces the new model "2", the better.

Centurion · 03-30-2006, 02:58 PM

So the "1er" cab mule which has been spotted on roads will actually be a 2-series?

EnI · 03-30-2006, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Luwalira

So the "1er" cab mule which has been spotted on roads will actually be a 2-series?

True.

EnI · 06-08-2006, 07:30 AM

BMW 02 Series Celebrates 40th Birthday

- ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

- ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

BMW still pushing "02 series" in the news. And will do it some more.

Guess why.

Hint: forthcoming 2-series.

Centurion · 06-08-2006, 01:57 PM

So the 2-series is coming. Hopefully BMw won't slow play us like they did with the 3-series coupe.

BMW_Dude · 06-08-2006, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Luwalira

Hopefully BMw won't slow play us like they did with the 3-series coupe.

I think this is the case with most new cars!

Look at how look it is taking for the CL to be unveiled!

Imhotep Evil · 06-08-2006, 02:02 PM

The Tii is nice, but will the Turbo devil return ?!

Deutsch · 06-08-2006, 02:12 PM

This 2 series just may be my 1st Bimmer. Exciting!!!

Habitual Speeder · 02-07-2007, 01:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Imhotep Evil

The Tii is nice, but will the Turbo devil return ?!

We can only hope...

03-30-2006, 02:31 PM	#1
EnI Aficionado Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 4,905 Thanks: 124 Thanked 1,737 Times in 840 Posts	Resurrection of BMW 02-series Mission Accomplished - The BMW 2002 tii Classic Celebrates 40th Birthday, and Resurrection March 30, 2006 Munich, Germany - The BMW 02 models are cult cars that uniquely embody the spirit of the 1960s and '70s. The aim was to revive this exciting era by reconstructing the 2002 tii model out of individual components. Motoring nostalgics can experience the legendary "young classic" close up from 06 - 09 April at the world's biggest historic vehicle show, Techno Classica in Essen. Old into new The idea was hatched last year. The plan was to bring the BMW 2002 tii back to life using available spare parts, on the basis that Mobile Tradition - the BMW Group's heritage division - is today still able to provide some 90 per cent of all components for the BMW 02. It seemed a logical step, then, to reconstruct this ever-youthful recent classic. Master mechanic Arthur Herrmann and Klaus Kutscher, head of the BMW Mobile Tradition workshop, set to work on an original bodyshell from the 1970s. In a "Glass Workshop" specially constructed for the purpose on the site of the BMW Museum Exhibition next to the Olympic Tower, the car was gradually put together piece by piece - to the delight of thousands of visitors monitoring its progress live since May 2005. Eleven months and some 4,000 spare parts later the new BMW 2002 tii, model year 2006, goes on display at Essen's Techno Classica, the world's largest specialist fair for classic models. The crazy seventies Inka, a glowing shade of orange, is one of the typical colours favoured during the "crazy seventies". In keeping with that era, the new BMW 2002 tii shines brightly in this flower-power hue guaranteed to get the pulses of car aficionados racing. The heartbeat of the newly revived dream car is provided by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with 130 bhp, as in the original model built back in 1973. That's enough power to take the 1,030-kilogram car from standstill to 100 km/h in 9.4 seconds. Even the top speed of 190 km/h reached 30 years ago on roads dominated by the VW Beetle was a creditable figure - and still makes for a superlative driving experience today. Sipping an average 9 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres, this four-wheeled gem came with a price tag of DM 14,400 attached. Oldster made up of new parts appears at Techno Classica From 6 April 2006, interested car fans have the opportunity to take a closer look at this old model made up of new parts. Once again BMW Group Mobile Tradition will be welcoming visitors in Hall 12 of the Techno Classica automotive show, where the 2002 tii will be on display - not behind glass this time. The successful project has spawned more of the same, ensuring that the Glass Workshop does not remain empty. Visitors to the BMW Museum Exhibition at the Olympic Tower will be able to observe another "new-but-old cult car" taking shape on the hydraulic platform - this time it's a BMW 528 (E12). BMW Press Interesting: BMW are trying to create a new interest in a classic 02-series (2002 tii) by re-introducing it. The even started to use 02-series (02er Reihe) naming. Get it? They are preparing the ground for a new 2-series coming next year in a 2-door sedan-ish coupe & cabrio form (E89 & E88) - as a reincarnation of classic 02-series. Last edited by EnI; 06-08-2006 at 07:34 AM..

03-30-2006, 02:38 PM	#2
Brookside Enthusiast Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Brookside Posts: 179 Thanks: 177 Thanked 6 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Rebirth of BMW 2002tii Another smart move by BMW. I know they'll do a great job on the new 2 series- and the sooner BMW introduces the new model "2", the better.

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Centurion Jetsetter Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sweden Posts: 9,202 Thanks: 1,037 Thanked 1,507 Times in 805 Posts	Re: Rebirth of BMW 2002tii So the "1er" cab mule which has been spotted on roads will actually be a 2-series?

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EnI Aficionado Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 4,905 Thanks: 124 Thanked 1,737 Times in 840 Posts	Re: Resurrection of BMW 2002tii BMW 02 Series Celebrates 40th Birthday - ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER - ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER BMW still pushing "02 series" in the news. And will do it some more. Guess why. Hint: forthcoming 2-series. Last edited by EnI; 06-08-2006 at 07:56 AM..

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Centurion Jetsetter Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sweden Posts: 9,202 Thanks: 1,037 Thanked 1,507 Times in 805 Posts	Re: Resurrection of BMW 02-series So the 2-series is coming. Hopefully BMw won't slow play us like they did with the 3-series coupe.

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