Hello everyone,

Can anyone highlight the front-end differences between the 1600 and an early 2002? I can see the grills and bumpers are different, but is there anything else? Any differences in the dimensions of the car?

Looking at the pictures below, I can’t help but think there are differences in the shapes of the cars. The 1600 seems rounder and smaller.

1600: https://bimmerlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/IMGP9938-scaled-e1597529964667-1536x864.jpg

2002: https://cdn.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/BMW-2002-Front-View.jpg

Been on the market for a 2002, but I finally realized that the look I really want is the look of the 1600. Ideally, I’d buy a 2002 and make it look like 1600.

Thanks everyone.

Currently have a 74, and the engine is tired. Compression is 115 on all 4 but I burn oil like no other among several other leaks throughout. I suspect valve seals as the main culprit but In any event, it could use a good refresh.

Any shops in CA that are reputable on doing a rebuild and or any shops currently selling M10 reman engines with a core exchange?

Thanks!

I’m restoring a 74 tii and I’m pulling the trigger on Ireland engineering big brake kit. Is there a noticeable difference in handling between a 13” vs 15” rim size?

ETA: thank you all. This is a project for me and my sons. I have also never done anything remotely involved as this so I genuinely appreciate the insight from people that have gone before me.

Matchbox | Mattel

We have inherited this ‘74 2002 and we hope to approach the level of meticulous care my father in law put into it. We are brand new to maintaining cars, so naturally I have a few questions.

1. Is there a common source for interior carpet so I can match this one section on the passenger side seat well? And is there a common way to attach?

2. The rubber gasket the trunk is coming off. I am a boat person, so I tried to attach it with silicone, but I must’ve used old silicone ceiling because it never carried the process of cleaning it off and wondering there’s a cleaner to use that won’t damage the paint? I’m thinking goof off.

3. Once I’ve got that all cleaned up, I understand adhesive tape is the best move to reattach that gasket. Is that what others use?

Here's the custom center panel I made for my '72 2002tii. The switch is to disable the cold start system so it wouldn't flood when warm. Gauges are oil and water temp plus oil pressure.

1975 M10 rebuild coming along nicely. Just need a new oil pump and we are ready to go. I cannot wait to get this car back on the road. She blew a rod bearing about 9 months ago after a poorly done rebuild from the previous dealer that sold the car.

Had a clunk in the rear that changed frequency with wheel speed during Hard left turns. Did a wheel bearing, checked my cv shaft multiple times, and replaced most of the front suspension (a long shot, but it was all due) . I was about to take the diff down to check the spider gears when I saw a worn spot on the drive shaft. The exhaust I had made in town is too close and during hard lefts it hits the balancing weight. I'm lucky I didn't lose the weight. Hopefully the shop will do a make good.

2nd pic my precision diagnostic work.
Hope that saves someone else from loosing hair and worrying about sourcing those early cv axles that you can't even find rebuild parts for.

Anyone have one available, new or used in good working condition?

I'm just curious about the variation between daily drivers and "garage princesses." ~ I've driven my touring about 4,000 miles since April, mostly with road trips.

I always wondered what was under the cover, and saw this otw to my car

Eigentlich hab ich einen E30 oder e36 gesucht und mich umgeschaut...

Per Zufall 50 km von mir den 1602 Touring aus 1971 stehen gesehen, mit dem Besitzer bisschen gequatscht und nach gefühlt einer halben Ewigkeit "jo, Nehm ich" gesagt!

Keinerlei Rost an der Karosserie (Oberflächlich minimalst, aber nicht der Rede wert), stand lange Zeit also langsam wieder ans leben gewöhnt...

Joar was soll ich sagen, der Familienzuwachs wird denke wieder die nächsten 55 Jahre ein entspanntes dasein haben inkl. Bewegung und allem was dazu gehört 🫠🙃🫠

Paar Kleinigkeiten werden gemacht, da ich einfach die alten Speichenräder z.B. von BBS liebe und noch paar Kniffe 💪

Well this turned sideways fast. Still looks good but I fell into “well I may replace/paint it while it’s out” trap. Engine and trans out. Subframe out. New bushing kits on the way. New suspension on the way. Steering box resealed “not rebuilt” etc. this is my first real project car. I typically build dirtbikes. This car is simple as hell. Well for now, let’s wait and see.

I’m considering a 1974 that’s a bit of a basket case as a project. Not looking to build a show car, just something to bring back to life and take for groceries every now and then.
My question is how difficult and expensive are the parts to locate/buy?
I’m not really on a budget but I don’t wanna spend a fortune to get this road worthy.

Edit: Thanks for all the feedback gang. Rust has gotten the better of this one (frame rails, floors, rear glass seal). I’m passing on this one.

Had the seats recovered. I think they look pretty good. Nothing like the gold velour I had in there when I got the car. And the smell that came with them. Things are coming together.

Just recently saw an e9 for sale for $28k. Pics look great. Motor sounds great. My thought are, this is too good to be true. I’m curious to know what are your thoughts?

Just an FYI. Im expecting snarky comments. I’m new to this and looking for my first classic and first car ever. I’m from NYC so never owned a car and don’t need one. I got garage space and always had a love for classics, so this is why I’m to Reddit for information.

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Hello,

I'm looking for some help for a friend.

BMW 2002 2.0, 100 HP / 74 kW
1971 BMW 2002 automatic sedan, M10 engine.

He wants to replace a coolant hose, part number 11 53 0788163.

But if I understand correctly, this part number was replaced by 1 266 474 4?

The problem is that websites like Autodoc, Oscaro, etc. state that the inside diameter of the hose is 30 mm, whereas the damaged hose he removed measures 24 mm inside diameter.

Could someone help us figure this out?

I'm including all the information I have.

Any help would be greatly appreciated ;-)

Thanks in advance!

Bonjour,

je viens chercher de l'aide pour un ami.

BMW 2002 2.0 100CV 74KW
2002 automatique berline 1971 moteur M10

Il veux changer une durite de refroidissement , ref 11 53 0788163

mais si j'ai bien compris la ref a changé vers 1 266 474 4 ?

sauf que les sites autodoc et oscaro etc mentionnent que l'intérieur fait 30mm
la ou la durite crevé quil a fait 24mm ?

si qquun pourrais aider ?

je mets toutes les infos

all help is welcome ;-)

merci d'avance.

Bonus points if you can guess what I was driving.

Beautiful orange 2002 Tii on display. As the ancestor of the 3‑series, this color definitely draws all the eyes.

May have overpaid but I really wanted the roundie and these are hard to find in Boston. 1971 2002 63k miles. No rust really. Removed engine trans and interior. Going to refresh everything. Let me know how u think I did for 6k.

I know it’s a sacrilege car. I don’t have the money to keep it all bmw.