BMW 2002 Tii For Sale

BMW 2002tii From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation, search This article may require cleanup to meet Wikipedia's quality standards. Please improve this article if you can. The talk page may contain suggestions. (January 2007) 2002tii Manufacturer BMW Production 72' to 74' Predecessor 2002ti Successor 320i Layout Front Engine - Rear Wheel drive Engine(s) 4 Cylinder Transmission(s) 4 speed manual Wheelbase 2,497 mm (98.3 in) Length 4,216 mm (166.0 in) Width 1,626 mm (64.0 in) Height 1,270 mm (50 in)−1,410 mm (56 in) Curb weight 1,010 kg (2,200 lb) The BMW 2002tii was the high performance, fuel injected, limited edition of BMW's 2002 automobile model line. It was a two door sports sedan based on the four door BMW 1500 of 1961. Contents 1 Background 2 Overview 3 Specifications 4 Dimensions 5 Identifying a 2002tii 5.1 VIN information 5.2 Fuel injection 5.3 Brakes 5.4 Clock 5.5 Boot-Lid emblem 6 External links [edit] Background The BMW 2002 series is important in the history of BMW for several reasons, not the least of which it brought the company out of near bankruptcy in the 1950s and put BMW as a marque on the map in the United States. It was the ancestral grandfather to the BMW 3 Series and was produced from 1968 to 1976. German BMW importer Max Hoffman is credited for the car's creation. He had suggested to BMW's engineering director that a 2.0 L engine should be installed into the small two-door 1600-2 to improve performance and emissions. The engineering director argued that the larger motor would not fit, but Hoffman countered that it certainly would fit; if he refused to put the motor in, Hoffman would personally take a car with the new engine to Georg Meier, a famous motorcycle racer, for installation. Almost immediately, this brought action, and the resulting 2002 (named after the new motor's displacement) was popular in its first year on sale stateside. BMW's 2002 Series is credited for inventing the category for compact sporting sedans, a category widely popular now through models from various German, Japanese and American makes of small 2-door sedans with high performance engines, suspensions and aggressive sports car-like features. [edit] Overview The 2002tii is considered by many to be the most desirable '02 produced by BMW and imported to the United States. Compared to a standard 2002, a tii offers greater performance and overall value. Thus, a 2002tii is usually worth more, and therefore, more highly touted. Since the last U.S. tii's were made in 1974, finding one in good shape without owner modifications has grown increasingly difficult. This is especially true considering the tii's mechanical uniqueness and the cost of replacement parts. Furthermore, since the 2002 is a "tinkerer's car," many owners have upgraded their regular 2002s with tii hardware to increase performance. Likewise, tii owners sometimes strip their cars of original tii items, such as the Kugelfischer mechanical fuel injection system in favor of cheaper (but not necessarily better) carburetors. These factors can cause some confusion for a prospective tii buyer. [edit] Specifications Engine: 4 Cylinder Valve linkage: SOHC, 2 valve/cylinder Displacement: 1990 cm³ Power: 130 hp (97 kW) at 5800 rpm Torque: 130 ft·lbf (176 N·m) at 4500 rpm Gearbox: 4 speed manual Top speed: 118 mph (190 km/h) 0-60 mph: 9.8 s [edit] Dimensions Weight: 1010 kg (2225 lbs) Length / Width / Height: 4216 mm (166 in) / 1626 mm (64 in) / 1410 mm (55.5 in) Wheelbase / Track (front/rear): 2497 mm (98.3 in) / 1372 mm (54 in) / 1372 mm (54 in) [edit] Identifying a 2002tii The tii model has the following differences over a regular BMW 2002: 1972-1973 US 2002tii VINs begin with 276 1974 US 2002tii VINs begin with 278 Kugelfischer mechanical fuel injection Alternator mounted down low, under battery Oil return line in block for injection pump, feed line in oil filter head Larger brake booster 23 mm master cylinder 17.46 mm (11/16") diameter (rear) wheel cylinders Larger 10.08 in (256 mm) diameter front brakes, larger calipers/pads Larger front hubs and spindles Boxed rear semi-trailing arms Larger diameter exhaust manifold Interior clock "2002tii" emblem on rear body panel [edit] VIN information The vehicle identification number is found on the metal plate under the hood, on top of the inner fender, behind the upper shock mount on the right side. It is in plain view, and should be easy to spot. On this plate, it will identify the car as a 2002 TII for 1972-73 cars. 1974 cars share the same identification plate as the standard 2002, so the plate will read 2002/2002tii USA. The VIN is the long number which is stamped into that plate. For 1972-1973 U.S. tiis, the VIN will begin with 276, running from 2760001 (the first '72) to 2764522 (the last '73). 1974 tii's begin with 278, running from 2780001 to 2782929. This number should match the number stamped into the flange on the right front wheel housing itself, next to the fender, behind the hood lock bar, as well as the number stamped into the metal plate on top of the steering column. If the car still has its original engine block, the engine number on the block, above the starter mounting flange, will match the VIN. [edit] Fuel injection The Kugelfischer injection system is the tii's distinctive feature, and along with the higher compression ratio the Kugelfischer gives it a combination of midrange torque and top end power. The lower front aluminum engine timing cover and alternator mounting location are different from a normal 2002, as well. tii's also have an extra fitting on the intake side of the engine block for an injection pump oil return line as well as an extra fitting on the oil filter head for the injection pump oil feed line. Look for a complete, intact fuel injection system when identifying an original tii. An original E12 2002tii cylinder head (late '72-'74 model year) has no fuel pump mounting holes on it for a standard 2002 mechanical fuel pump. 121/121TI head equipped '72 tiis have standard mounting holes, but the center pushrod hole is plugged. The fuel pump mounting holes are used to mount the intake plenum on '72 cars. [edit] Brakes Under the hood, the tii has a larger diameter (23 mm vs. 20 mm) master cylinder, and a longer brake booster; look for the larger master cylinder when verifying that the car is the tii model. This larger booster is 6 inches (152 mm) long and 7 inches (178 mm) in diameter. The tii has larger front brake discs, which measure 10.08 inches (256 mm) in diameter vs. 9.45 in (240 mm) for the standard 2002. These are accompanied by larger calipers and pads, as well as larger hubs and spindles. The rear drums are the same size as a normal 2002, but the wheel cylinders are larger (17 mm vs. 15 mm). In the rear, the trailing arms of tii are boxed, for increased stiffness (instead of the standard C-section). [edit] Clock Inside the car, a clock should be present. It is located on the left most end of the parcel tray. [edit] Boot-Lid emblem On the rear of the car above the right taillight is the 2002tii emblem or badge. On the original '72-'73 tiis the wheels are 1/2 in (13 mm) wider, and all of this width is added onto the outside of the wheel, resulting in wheel covers that appear to be set in further. [edit] External links The UK based 02 Owners Forum for a Worldwide audience BMW Corporate Web Site || BMW New Class From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation, search BMW New Class Manufacturer BMW Production 1962–1975 Assembly Munich, Germany Successor BMW 3-Series (Coupe) BMW 5-Series (Sedan) Class Compact executive car Layout FR layout The BMW New Class (German: Neue Klasse) was a line of compact sedans and coupes produced by German automaker BMW starting with the 1962 1500 and continuing through the last 2002s in 1977. Powered by BMW's celebrated four-cylinder M10 engine, the New Class models featured a fully independent suspension, MacPherson struts in front, and front disc brakes. Initially a family of four-door sedans and two-door coupes, the New Class line was broadened to two-door sports sedans with the addition of the 02 Series 1600 and 2002 in 1966. Sharing little in common with the rest of the line beyond the power train, the sporty siblings caught auto enthusiasts' attention and established BMW as an international brand. Precursors to the famed BMW 3 Series, the two-doors' success cemented the firm's future as an upper tier performance car maker. New Class four-doors with numbers ending in "0" were replaced by the larger BMW 5 Series in 1972. The upscale 2000C and 2000CS coupes were replaced by the six-cylinder BMW E9, introduced in 1969 with the 2800CS. The 1600 two-door was discontinued in 1975, the 2002 replaced by the 320i in 1975. Contents 1 1500 (4-doors) 2 1800 (4-door) 3 1600 (4-door) 4 1602 (2-door) 5 2000C/CS 6 2000 (4-door) 7 2002 (2-door) 8 1502 and 1802 9 Production figures 10 In popular culture 11 References 12 External links [edit] 1500 (4-doors) BMW 1500 Production 23,807 1962–1966 Body style(s) 4-door sedan Engine(s) 1.5L I4 Introduced in September 1961 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the 1500 was produced from 1962 through 1966. The four door monocoque three-box four door saloon, though modern to the eye, was in many ways conventional, using MacPherson strut front suspension which by this time was becoming mainstream[1]. Less conventional was the independent rear suspension featuring coil springs and semi-trailing wishbones pivoted from a stout cross beam which also supported the differential housing[1]. The "oversquare" cylinder dimensions of the original 1,499 cc model, along with the overhead camshaft marked out the car's new four cylinder engine as a modern design, with plenty of scope for future enlargement and development[1]. (The engine would indeed continue to be fitted in the BMW 316/318 until 1988.) Another at that time unusual and imaginative touch involved canting the engine over at 30 degrees to the right of vertical, which was necessary in order to allow for the low bonnet/hood line, and which thereby contributed to the stylish look of the car[1]. Contemporary reports praised the all-round visibility and the commanding driving position while recording that it was necessary to lean forward a little to engage first and third gears due to the long travel distance of the gear lever[2]. The large 40 cm tall luggage compartment was also commended[2]. In 1963, the nearly bankrupt BMW was able to pay its first dividend in 20 years due to increased sales thanks to the popularity of the 1500. It was able to achieve 80 hp (60 kW) and to accelerate to 100 km/h (62 mph) in approximately 15 seconds[2]. The performance was at the time considered lively in view of the engine size, and although the engine needed to be worked hard in order to achieve rapid progress, the engine ran smoothly and without gratuitous vibration even at speeds above 6,000 rpm[2]. The firm suspension and correspondingly harsh ride came as a surprise to those conditioned by the BMW 501 to anticipate a more comfort oriented compromise in the handling/smoothness balance[2]. The 1961 1500 was the first BMW car to feature the Hofmeister kink in the C-pillar. One of the first known vehicles featuring this style element was the Kaiser-Frazer of 1951. The BMW 1500 was replaced in 1964 by the BMW 1600, but it was still made available in markets where higher capacity engines meant increased taxation. [edit] 1800 (4-door) BMW 1800 Production 1964–1971 Body style(s) 4-door sedan Engine(s) 1.8L I4 The BMW 1800 was the second member of the New Class family, introduced in 1963 with a 90 hp (67 kW) 1.8 L engine. An 1800TI ('touring international') model featured components developed for the 1800 by the tuning company Alpina. The upgrades included dual Solex PHH side-draft carburetors and higher-compression pistons for 110 hp (82 kW). A racing 1800TI/SA was introduced in 1964 with dual Weber DCOE-45 carburetors (along with various engine modifications) with 130 hp (97 kW). 200 examples of the TI/SA were built. An automatic transmission option was introduced in 1966 and in 1967 the 1800 was generally updated along with the 2000. The updates included interior changes (a modernized dashboard design and simpler door panels) as well as styling changes to the front grilles. [edit] 1600 (4-door) BMW 1600 Production 1964–1968 Body style(s) 4-door sedan Engine(s) 1.6L I4 The 1600, introduced in 1964, used the pistons from the 1800 to enlarge the 1500s engine to 1.6 L (1573 cc) and 85 hp (63 kW). It replaced that smaller model in 1964 and was produced through 1968. [edit] 1602 (2-door) BMW 1600 Sedan Production 1966–1975 Body style(s) 2-door Sedan Engine(s) 1.6L I4 The 02 Series two-door sports sedans came into being at the prompting of US importer Max Hoffman, who convinced BMW that a more attractive 2-door version of the 1500 would sell much better than that decidedly Teutonic sedan had thus far. BMW agreed and turned to Italian stylist Giovanni Michelotti, noted for such successes as the Triumph Spitfire and TR4, for a design. The 02 Series that resulted bears little in common with the 1500 sedan save running gear. A two-door 1600 (also known as a 1600-2 or 1602) made its debut at the Geneva auto show in 1966[3] and was sold through 1975. Power output of the M10 was up to 96 hp (72 kW) gross with 91 lb·ft (123 N·m) of torque. Within two years Road & Track was sufficiently impressed by the $2676 (US) 1968 1600 to call it "a great automobile at the price". British motoring writer Archie Vicar described the car as follows (Modern Motorist, August 1966):"The 1602 has a 4-cylinder engine driving the rear. How odd to launch a small car but still send the power hindmost. Front-wheel drive is certainly the future. With little effort the box could oversteer, requiring armfuls of opposite lock to point the nose onto the right course. The brakes are discs up front and drums at the rear and seem to be pretty good at slowing down BMW´s little biscuit tin."[4] Vicar's summary of the car mirrored the general scepticism of the British motoring press about BMW's chances of success. Britain still viewed its own motor industry as a source of national pride at this time: "Triumph have the sports car market well secured and will do so for a long time if BMW can´t offer more than this small crate with its few fittings, old-fashioned engineering, hard ride and curiously designed door frames. If you want for more exotic fare, then hurry to a Citroen or Lancia dealer for more interesting machines." [4] A limited-production cabriolet was produced by Baur from 1967 through 1971, and a 2-door sedan version, the 1600ti, featured the dual Solex PHH side-draft carburetors (as found on the 1800TI) and 105 hp (78 kW) for 1967 and 1968. A hatchback 1600 Touring model was produced in 1971 and 1972. One of these rare specimens was featured in Katy Perry's music video for Teenage Dream. [edit] 2000C/CS Main article: BMW New Class coupé BMW 2000C/CS Production 1966–1975 Body style(s) 2-door coupe Engine(s) 2.0L I4 Featuring a modern coupe body by Karmann and a luxurious interior, the 100 hp (75 kW) single-carburetor 2000C and 120 hp (89 kW) dual-carburetor 2000CS were sold from 1965 through 1969. 'C' versions were available with a manual gearbox or an automatic while 'CS' versions were only available with a manual gearbox. The coupe's styling was very controversial due to the design of its front grilles and headlights. The front of the coupe was completely changed in 1969 with the introduction of the 2800CS by modeling it after the 2500 and 2800 sedans. [edit] 2000 (4-door) BMW 2000 Production 1966–1972 Body style(s) 4-door sedan Engine(s) 2.0L I4 The "regular" 100 hp 2000 sedan appeared a year after the 2000C. It was sold from 1966 through 1972. Intended as an upscale version of the 1800, the 2000 featured distinct wide taillights, more extrior trim, and unique rectangular headlights. The American market 2000 sedans could not have the rectangular headlights due to government regulations. A different grille with four individual round headlights, similar to the design that BMW later used in the 2500 sedan, was offered in the US. A 2000TI model, similar to the 1800TI, was built with twin Solex side-draft carburetors with 120 hp (89 kW). However, the 2000TI retained the '1800' taillights and headlights. A more luxurious 2000tilux featured the sporty TI engine, a wood dashboard, and optional leather seats. In a 1967 test, Road & Track felt that the 2000 sedan was "the best performing 2-liter sedan in today's market and the best handling and best riding as well." The 'tilux produced 135 hp (101 kW) and 123 lb·ft (167 N·m) gross. Finally, the 2000tii ('touring international, injected') was BMW's first fuel-injected model, featuring a higher-compression 2.0L engine and Kugelfischer brand mechanical fuel injection that later found its way into the 2002 Turbo and other models. 1,922 2000tii cars were built of this final New Class sedan model. [edit] 2002 (2-door) BMW 2002 Production 1968–1976 Body style(s) 2-door sedan 3-door liftback Engine(s) 2.0L I4 The 2002 is one of BMW's most famous automobile models. While the 1500 had begun BMW's reputation for sports sedans, the 2002 may be considered[who?] its ultimate incarnation. A two liter version of the Michelotti-designed two-door 1600, it cemented the company's reputation for compact sporting sedans and served as both forerunner of the BMW 3 Series and inspiration for the new 1 Series Coupe.[citation needed] With its 1990 cc engine, it produced 108 bhp (81 kW; 109 PS) in the 2002ti, and 130 bhp (97 kW; 132 PS) in the high-performance 2002tii, offering a top speed of 185 km/h (115 mph). Although almost exactly the same in appearance the Tii had slightly larger wheels, larger front brakes, and a number of other mechanical modifications that made the car more fun and more desirable as a collector car. One result is that many of the highly desirable"tii"s appearing on Ebay and sold throughout the country[where?] are fake; it is not uncommon to see tii engines installed in standard 2002s[citation needed] because there is a significant price difference between the two cars. The 2002 Turbo was launched at the 1973 Frankfurt Motor Show. BMW's first production turbo,[citation needed] it produced 170 hp (127 kW) at 5,800 rpm, with 240 N·m (180 lb·ft) of torque. A three-door 2002, the Touring, was also available. The Touring was not a full station wagon, resembling a modern hatchback. BMW would not offer a Touring model again until the late 1980s, with the 3 Series. A cabriolet version was produced in small numbers by Baur of Germany, which to this day as IVM Automotive, continues to convert BMWs. This version was never sold in the United States although a number were brought in by diplomatic staff, and recently they can be imported so more have come over. [edit] 1502 and 1802 An economy model of the 2002, the 1502 had a low compression 1.6 L engine.  It was sold only in Europe from 1975 through 1977. The 1802, a 2002 with a 1.8 L motor as used in the 1800 sedan, was also available; [edit] Production figures Production Figures BMW 1500 (1962−64) 1600 (1964−66) 1800 (1963−72) 1800 TI/SA (1964−65) 2000 (1966−72) 2000 C/CS (1965−69) 02 series (1966−76) 2002 turbo (1973−74) Baur Cabriolet (1967−75) 23.554 9.728 146.960 200 143.464 11.720 861.940 1.671 4.210 (Source: Werner Oswald, Deutsche Autos 1945-1991, vol. 4. Motorbuch Verlag, Stuttgart 2001. ISBN 3-613-02131-5, p. 171/195) [edit] In popular culture A BMW New Class was used as the taxi for shuttling sportcaster Jim McKay to the Olympic Village during the terrorist attacks of the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich while the area was under lockdown, and was driven by a reckless chaffeur while Jim McKay was in the vehicle, and was totaled later in the day when the chaffeur was running an errand. (Source: "Jim McKay, The Real McKay", 1998) [edit] References James T Crow, ed. (1968). "Two BMWs". Road & Track Road Test Annual: 31–35.  ^ a b c d "Buying Secondhand: BMW 1800 and 2000". Autocar 141 (nbr 4074): pages 54–56. date 23 November 1974.  ^ a b c d e "Vor 40 Jahren: Bayern Vier". Auto, Motor und Sport 2003 Heft 2: Seite 162. date 8 January 2003.  ^ "History". 2002registry.com. 1966-03-09. http://www.2002registry.com/history/index.htm. Retrieved 2009-06-12.  ^ a b Modern Motorist, Aug 1966 http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/Community/Forum-Landing/Forum-Categories/Topic/?&topic-id=6029 [edit] External links Wikimedia Commons has media related to: BMW 2002 UK run 02 & NK Forum, pictures, technical help, advice, classifieds and chat Extensive Restoration of a 2002 Turbo BMW's New Class 1500-2000tii (only german content) BMW 2002 FAQ Kugelfischer Injection Restoration Roadfly BMW 2002 forum 2002's with M3 Engines Restoration Blog German BMW 02 Club page with English and German content Famous BMW 2002 tii restoration blog Linwar Motors - Classic BMW specialist in UK Quarry Motors - One of the UK's largest BMW dismantlers v • d • e « previous — BMW road car timeline, 1950s-1980s — next » Type Series 1950s 1960s 1970s 1980s 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Microcar Isetta 250 / 300 Small family car 600 LS/700 Compact exec 3 Series 340/340-2* 1602/2002 E21 E30 Executive 5 Series 1500,1800,2000 E12 E28 E34 Luxury 7 Series 501/502 E3 E23 E32 Coupé 1600GT 6 Series 327* 503 3200 CS 2000CS E9 E24 Roadster Z Series 507 Z1 Sports car/GT M1, 8 Series E26 E31 *made in East Germany as EMW || || LOGIN | REGISTER Unregistered Free Newsletter SEARCH HOMENEWSFEATURESCARS FOR SALEPRICE GUIDEBUYING GUIDEDIRECTORYDIARYWINSHOPSUBSCRIBE Octane classic car specs SPECFINDER Model specs1971-1975 BMW 2002tii Production: 38,701Price at launch: £2299Price (excellent): £8500Price (good): £6000Price (average): £3000Price (project): £1200Performance0-60mph:10.0secsTop speed:119mphPower:130bhpTorque:131lb/ftMPG:24mpgEngineConfiguration:in-line fourAspiration:normalFuel:petrolFuel delivery:mechanical fuel injectionChassisSuspension Front: Independent, lower wishbone, coil springSuspension Rear: Independent, semi-trailing arms, coil springDrivetrain: front-engine RWDSteering: worm and rollerBodyframe: metal monocoqueTransmission: Four-speed manual; Five-speed optionalDimensionsLength: 4230mmWheelbase: 2500mmWidth: 1590mmHeight: 1410mmWeight: 1010kgsOverviewOne of Europe’s finest Q-cars of its era, the fuel injected 2002tii could crack 120mph on the Autobahn and drive sideways on the merest whiff of throttle. Retaining all the strengths of the rest of the ‘02 series cars, the tii has justifiably gone on to become something of a legend. However, like all ‘02s, it can suffer from extensive corrosion, which undermines the quality and ruggedness of the rest of the package. Cult following means these cars are in demand and command a healthy premium over their less-glamorous counterparts. ADVERTISEMENT Company Website | Media Information | Contact Us | Privacy Notice | Subs Info | Voucher CodesOur Other Websites: The First Post | Auto Express | Custom PC | Evo | IT Pro | IT Pro India | MacUser | Men's Fitness | Micro Mart | PC Pro | bit-tech | Know Your Mobile | Expert Reviews | Channel Pro | Know Your Cell | Know Your Mobile India | iGizmo | Digital SLR Photography | Den of Geek | The Week | Computer Shopper | Dennis Communications | Magazines | Mobile Phone Deals | Competitions | Health & Fitness | CarBuyer © 2010 Dennis Publishing Limited. All rights reserved. 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The BMW 02 models are cult cars that uniquely embody the spirit of the 1960s and '70s. The aim was to revive this exciting era by reconstructing the 2002 tii model out of individual components. Motoring nostalgics can experience the legendary "young classic" close up from 06 - 09 April at the world's biggest historic vehicle show, Techno Classica in Essen. Old into new The idea was hatched last year. The plan was to bring the BMW 2002 tii back to life using available spare parts, on the basis that Mobile Tradition - the BMW Group's heritage division - is today still able to provide some 90 per cent of all components for the BMW 02. It seemed a logical step, then, to reconstruct this ever-youthful recent classic. Master mechanic Arthur Herrmann and Klaus Kutscher, head of the BMW Mobile Tradition workshop, set to work on an original bodyshell from the 1970s. In a "Glass Workshop" specially constructed for the purpose on the site of the BMW Museum Exhibition next to the Olympic Tower, the car was gradually put together piece by piece - to the delight of thousands of visitors monitoring its progress live since May 2005. Eleven months and some 4,000 spare parts later the new BMW 2002 tii, model year 2006, goes on display at Essen's Techno Classica, the world's largest specialist fair for classic models. The crazy seventies Inka, a glowing shade of orange, is one of the typical colours favoured during the "crazy seventies". In keeping with that era, the new BMW 2002 tii shines brightly in this flower-power hue guaranteed to get the pulses of car aficionados racing. The heartbeat of the newly revived dream car is provided by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with 130 bhp, as in the original model built back in 1973. That's enough power to take the 1,030-kilogram car from standstill to 100 km/h in 9.4 seconds. Even the top speed of 190 km/h reached 30 years ago on roads dominated by the VW Beetle was a creditable figure - and still makes for a superlative driving experience today. Sipping an average 9 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres, this four-wheeled gem came with a price tag of DM 14,400 attached. Oldster made up of new parts appears at Techno Classica From 6 April 2006, interested car fans have the opportunity to take a closer look at this old model made up of new parts. Once again BMW Group Mobile Tradition will be welcoming visitors in Hall 12 of the Techno Classica automotive show, where the 2002 tii will be on display - not behind glass this time. The successful project has spawned more of the same, ensuring that the Glass Workshop does not remain empty. Visitors to the BMW Museum Exhibition at the Olympic Tower will be able to observe another "new-but-old cult car" taking shape on the hydraulic platform - this time it's a BMW 528 (E12).