£12,000 - £14,000
1973 BMW 2002
United Kingdom • 29 Oct 2025 • Lot 83
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This classic 1960s/70s BMW 2002, known for its 'shark nose' design, has undergone restoration work in the 90s and between 2011-2024. While it retains its original appearance and benefits from recent mechanical upgrades, it would benefit from an engine tune-up.
Condition
6
Moderate wear, reconditioning required.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
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Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
RMD760L
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
A classic icon with character and history; 12 old MOT certificates; an affordable legendary Shark Nose BMW; car underwent a significant restorationThis BMW 2002 is a true classic from the late 1960s and 1970s, renowned for its nimble handling and spirited performance.
It helped establish BMW as a serious contender in the compact sports car market, offering a dynamic driving experience wrapped in understated styling — often described as a "sports car in a limousine’s clothing."Today, the 2002 is a highly desirable collector’s car, and this example has been well cared for over the years.
It comes with a substantial history file, including numerous invoices and receipts documenting ongoing maintenance, as well as 12 old MOT certificates.At some stage in the 90s the car underwent a significant restoration, with a selection of photos showing some of the work completed.
More recently from 2011-2024 further restoration work was carried out including wheel arches, sills, bonnet, spare wheel...
Points of note
£1,374
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£18,546
Median Price (Since 2020)
£69,369
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Feb 11 2014
Latest MOT Mileage
69,911 miles
Registration Date
1973-06-13
MOT History
Passed
On Feb 12 2013 with 69,911 miles
Failed
On Nov 10 2012 with 69,910 miles
There were 12 defects noted, with 3 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
- Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)
- rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)
- (Dangerous) Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- (Dangerous) Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- (Dangerous) Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory:
- Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Passed
On Nov 09 2011 with 68,177 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- CORROSION IN PROGRES
Failed
On Nov 04 2011 with 68,177 miles
There were 9 defects noted, with 3 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- (Dangerous) rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- (Dangerous) rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- (Dangerous) Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
User Entered:
- CORROSION IN PROGRES
Passed
On Nov 11 2010 with 66,493 miles
Failed
On Nov 09 2010 with 66,493 miles
There were 8 defects noted, with 4 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- (Dangerous) Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- (Dangerous) Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- (Dangerous) Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- (Dangerous) Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
User Entered:
- CORROSION IN PROGRES
Passed
On Sep 15 2009 with 66,099 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- corrassion in progress
Passed
On Aug 21 2008 with 64,185 miles
Passed
On Sep 06 2007 with 63,622 miles
Passed
On Aug 24 2006 with 62,328 miles
Failed
On Aug 16 2005 with 59,615 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Passed
On Aug 16 2005 with 59,615 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
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