1973 BMW 2002 Turbo

4290836roadGermany

Engine: 2.0L inline-four with KKK turbocharger and mechanical fuel injection, 170 hp

The BMW 2002 Turbo was the marque's first turbocharged production car, built as part of the 02 Series and developing 170 hp via a KKK turbocharger and Kugelfischer mechanical fuel injection — a substantial gain over the standard 2002 Tii. Notorious for its provocative reversed front-bumper script and riveted wheel arches, production ended in 1974 due to the oil crisis. This example has undergone a comprehensive restoration by GC Motorsports, including full dismantling for bodywork and paint plus a complete engine-out mechanical overhaul.

Ownership

—Auction sale
Sold US$145,600
RM Sotheby's catalogue lot →
Date unknown
Current consignor
partial documentation
Commissioned a comprehensive restoration by GC Motorsports, with documented expenditure exceeding CAD $49,000 covering bodywork, paint, and a full mechanical rebuild.

Competition

No competition history extracted from the catalogue.

Maintenance & restoration

—Restoration
GC Motorsports
Complete restoration encompassing full disassembly for bodywork and bare-metal paint preparation, plus a comprehensive engine-out mechanical overhaul aimed at bringing the car beyond original specification.
Documented by invoices totalling over CAD $49,000.

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