2002 Myths & Truths
 

Below are some common rumors and misconceptions associated with the BMW 2002. 
These are based on experience of having owned well over 100 cars. 
Having dismantled most of the cars and having personally performed many full restorations,
we know these cars inside and out! 
 

MYTHS:

1.  A BMW 2002 is NOT a collector car.  It is a CULT car.
2.  A BMW 2002 is NOT an investment. Real estate or a 401K is an investment.
3.  There is no such thing as a 2002F !
4.  There is no such thing as a "rust free" shell, unless it has been completely
      stripped, sealed, primed and repainted! 
      Check this link for a truly "rust free shell"
5.  When someone says "this car is restored", they probably mean that it has been
      repaired or refurbished to cover any cosmetic or mechanical problems.

TRUTHS

1.  The 2002 is one of the most fun cars to drive bar none!
2.  Not all 2002 owners were created equal.
3.  2002 owners are very opinionated!
4.  The 2002 is one of the easiest cars to keep running - simplistic yet functional.
5.  The work required to truly restore a 2002 requires experience and the proper
      tools to do the job.
6.  The value of 2002's especially the Tii's are finally realizing their true standing
      in the automotive world.