1972 BMW 2002 Restomod Saloon
Registration no. NPH 988L Chassis no. 1554505

Bonhams MPH March Auction **Sealed Bids**|23 March 2020, 17:00 GMT|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

1972 BMW 2002 Restomod Saloon
Registration no. NPH 988L
Chassis no. 1554505

Odometer Reading: TBC
MoT Expiry: N/A

*Superb bare-shell restoration
*'M44' engine fitted
*'Roundy' model
*Bespoke interior

Updating a classic car's character for modern driving conditions while retaining that car's character is no easy task, but when it is done right – and done well – the result is a car that rewards its owner every time the ignition key is turned. MPH's '02 is a first-class example of the 'restomod', a classic that has been restored but has had some tweaks and twists applied at the some time. Beginning with a UK-market BMW '02 (the more popular round light model) , work centred around a soda-blasted body shell which has been fitted with deep chin spoiler and steel flared wheel arches other modern styling cues include de-chromed black shadow trim and the removal of bulky bumpers. A set of 1970s 15-inch cross-spoke alloy wheels, riding on adjustable coil-over suspension finish off the iconic look with a sporting stance.
Our vendor says there is a complete photographic record of work carried out. Under the bonnet sits a fully detailed M44 (from a 318is) twin-cam engine to which a stainless steel twin-pipe exhaust system is fitted. But the mechanical improvements don't stop there, as all-round discs handle the stopping duties, a five-speed gearbox gets the power out through a revised differential and power steering makes light of any journey. With a bespoke interior (think custom-embroidered leather M-sport seats and alcantara headlining) continuing the theme and serious attention to detail on even the most out-of-sight areas, this '02 for the 2000s is surely the ultimate (restomod) driving machine?

Footnotes

Vendor Score Total: 100/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 25/25
Body Work: 5
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 5
Glass: 5
Paint: 5
Wheels/Tyres: 5

INTERIOR TOTAL: 20/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 5
Headlining: 5
Seats: 5
Trim: 5

ENGINE TOTAL: 20/20
Mechanical components: 5
Running: 5
Starting: 5
Under Bonnet: 5

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 20/20
Axles: 5
Brakes: 5
Gearbox/Clutch: 5
Suspension: 5

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 10/10
Ancillary components: 5
Main components: 5

Car History File: 5/5

Saleroom notices

Please note the odometer reading is 152,996

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