At some future point in my life, I could definitely see myself driving a small body, vintage car. The only thing that makes that unlikely is my lack of mechanical know-how.
On my walk home today, I spotted an orange BMW 2002 tii waiting at a stop light on Pine Street. Because of this photo project I’ve unintentionally embarked upon, I knew that the tii model is highly sought after by collectors due to its souped-up engine, and thus by the same token, it’s also a ripe market for forgeries. Who knew?
Nick
2002’s are absolutely gorgeous and joyful to drive (very light, great weight balance, superb power/weight ratio). I have seen quite a few in great condition in the SF area. Great photo too! (Disclosure: My dad has a ’72 setup for vintage racing)
Yea there are quite a few tii knock-offs, as well as 3.0 CS knock offs. The local BMWCCA chapter (and probably some lists on the web nowadays) should be able to verify VINs.
All these car pics must mean you secretly miss having a car.
At some future point in my life, I could definitely see myself driving a small body, vintage car. The only thing that makes that unlikely is my lack of mechanical know-how.
On my walk home today, I spotted an orange BMW 2002 tii waiting at a stop light on Pine Street. Because of this photo project I’ve unintentionally embarked upon, I knew that the tii model is highly sought after by collectors due to its souped-up engine, and thus by the same token, it’s also a ripe market for forgeries. Who knew?
2002’s are absolutely gorgeous and joyful to drive (very light, great weight balance, superb power/weight ratio). I have seen quite a few in great condition in the SF area. Great photo too! (Disclosure: My dad has a ’72 setup for vintage racing)
Yea there are quite a few tii knock-offs, as well as 3.0 CS knock offs. The local BMWCCA chapter (and probably some lists on the web nowadays) should be able to verify VINs.