If you are looking for a time capsule or museum piece car please look elsewhere. If, however, you are seeking an iconic 2002 that has sensible upgrades and can be driven with confidence in modern traffic, and literally draws comments, smiles, and photo ops from the random public whenever on the road or in a parking lot or gas station, please read on.

I was unable to confidently trace ownership but believe I am 4th owner. PO had car for over 40 years, and was downsizing his collection. I’ve had the car for just over a year and my focus has been primarily mechanical, believing that above all else the car should be safe and operational first. This car is meant to be driven and enjoyed. 

   The interior needs matched upholstery, but the original pieces and Flofit seats are in good condition. The rear seat conversion to 1987 e24 635csi buckets and e28 seat belts is done well with secure seats and fitted rear panel. The rear seats are comfortable but worn. With the interior upgrades and changes finding consistent color match for the various pieces can be a problem. After some research, potential solve suggested is thru Zoomzoomzoom-ing in Gardenia CA who has correct pattern for the Flofit seats and the various years of BMW pieces represented in the interior. The Flofits aren’t as attractive (or quite as expensive) as Recaros but these are in good working shape and comfortable for a variety of body shapes and sizes, something that Recaros lack. The center arm rest console is a custom piece from FMS in CA and mimcs a ’93 Honda Civic console. I was ambivalent to it at first but have to say the more I drive the car the more convenient it seems to become. Carpet looks ok but is mediocre and old. Dash is just OK, has a single crack near the right side of the instrument cluster that that the PO did some type of visible repair to but it is at least out of line of sight. There is dash cover included if you choose to use. Windows seal shut with no leaks. Windshield is aging and should be replaced but presents no concern to the drivability of the car. Vent windows and rear quarter glass work well. Windows are tinted dark which helps with FL sun heating up the greenhouse. The weather stripping is generally in good condition. Nardi Personal steering wheel.

This pic did not translate to the site well, color seems a bit off.                              See gallery pics for better view. 

 Turn signals, dash lights, courtesy lights all work. Wipers work…two speeds (slow, and less slow!) but are effective…have driven the car in hard rain w/o problems. Headlights are upgrades to H4 and work very well. Front turn signals converted to European flush mount style. Blower fan does not work. A/C was converted to R134 and uses a Sanden compressor. Air works and blows cold.

Battery has been relo'd to trunk.