Exterior & Body
•       Finished in Polaris Silver
•       Fitted with full turbo body kit and period-style decals
•       Lightweight fibreglass bonnet and boot lid
•       15″ split-rim cross-spoke alloy wheels
•       Full underside restoration, engine bay and underside painted body colour

Interior
•       Fully stripped and weight-reduced cabin
•       Carbon fibre interior door cards
•       Motorsport racing seats
•       Sparco harnesses and belts
•       Turbo boost and oil pressure gauges
•       Rear seat delete with bespoke cover
•       RAID steering wheel

Safety
•       Full Safety Devices roll cage
•       Kill switch
•       MSA-compliant rear rain light

Engine & Performance
•       2.0L BMW 2002 Turbo engine
•       Hybrid turbocharger conversion
•       Approx. 270 bhp
•       Motec M800 electronic engine management system
•       Tim Jason Performance custom billet rocker cover
•       Fuel swirl pot

Transmission
•       Getrag 265 5-speed dog-leg gearbox
•       Short-shift mechanism

Cooling & Fuel System
•       Dorking Engineering 2002 Turbo radiator
•       Twin Kenlowe cooling fans
•       Intercooler system
•       Dual fuel pumps in boot
•       Mocal hoses throughout
•       New fuel lines

Ignition & Supporting Components
•       Magnecor competition ignition leads
•       New wiring loom and harness

Chassis & Braking
•       BMW 2002 Turbo Tarox grooved vented disc brakes
•       Tarox callipers
•       Bespoke Leda coilover suspension
•       Polybushed / rose jointed setup
•       All suspension components refurbished and powder coated
•       New brake lines
•       Custom front strut brace

•       All new ball joints, drop links, and bearings

Exhaust System
•       Simons Sport system BMW 2002 exhaust

Engine Details
•       Engine Number: 1257032 / 225

Registration
•       Reg: ULU 436 M
•       First Registered: 17th September 1973

Hervé Poulain came up with the idea of having a racing car designed by an artist in 1975 – but the first Art Car in automotive history was designed by the Ukrainian-French painter Sonia Delaunay-Terk as early as 1924: She painted an open Unic Tourer with abstract geometric elements, turning it into a rolling car sculpture.
Sonia Delaunay-Terk was born Sarah Ilinitchna Stern in 1885, adopted by her uncle in St. Petersburg, studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Karlsruhe and the Académie de la Palette art school in Paris, where she married Robert Delaunay in 1910 and developed simultaneism with squares and triangles with geometric abstraction. In 1964, she was the first living woman to have a solo retrospective dedicated to her at the Louvre in Paris, and shortly before her death, she became a member of the Legion of Honour in 1979.

The French Unic Type L2 with a 2.6-liter four-cylinder 9 HP, painted in 1924 in cubist style, was an open-top tourer in the brand’s taxi tradition and produced 18 hp – with a bore of 87 mm and a stroke of 110 mm. Today it stands next to a contemporary dress in the Spanish Museo del Automóvil y la Moda de Málaga (see KÜSMagazin No. 86, 01/2026).

Big Thank you to the Sponsors; Cotwolds BMW, Competition Classics, CS Coupes, Jaymic, Classic Bahnstormers

Saturday 8th August; started at the Farmers Dog, then onto Thorney Kelham one of the world’s top restoration companies. They don’t use replacement panels on their customers cars – they make everything by hand and their paint jobs are six-figures. Incredible.

Above: Jeremy Clarkson’s famous Farmers Dog pub.

Sunday 9th August;

Static show at the Fire Services College, Moreton-in-Marsh, with their own Motorway section.

It also has a Swedish „Vagnbok“ from the 70´s. The VIN of this 2002 ti race car is #1684101, so it is a proper 2002 ti.

The car has been completely restored and is ready to race. Raced in the 2022/2023/2024 Heritage Touring Cup (HTC) by Peter Auto and also in the FHR

Technical specification:

Engine

• brand new M10 1.990 ccm, built by Lindlmaier Motortechnik with 240 PS / 176 kw at 7.400 rpm and 252 Nm at 5.600 rpm. The dyno sheet is available.
• Alpina slide throttle and fully renovated Kugelfischer injection pump
• Alpina dry sump

Gearbox

• Getrag 235/8 with long 1st gear (5-speed race gearbox)

Body

• wide Group 2 fiberglas fenders front and rear
• fiberglass doors and bonnets
• FIA approved roll cage
• Öhlins shock absorbers
• different ZF limited slip differentials
• 100l – long range fuel cell

2002 ti Group 2 Race car – Car details | Springbok Sportwagen

Finished in the unmistakable Jägermeister livery a nod to one of motorsport’s most evocative sponsorship eras this 1973 example was subject to a comprehensive bare-shell rebuild between 2015 and 2018. The approach was exacting: a lightened and seam-welded shell forms the foundation, complemented by lightweight single-skin GRP panels including bonnet, boot lid, and the distinctive ‘pig cheek’ wings. The result is a car engineered not just for aesthetics, but for performance and durability in equal measure.

Above; Interesting double-Instrument pods

At its heart lies BMW’s venerable M10 engine, here developed into a mild competition specification producing circa 182bhp. Equipped with a 280/ 282 cam, uprated valvetrain, electronic ignition, and a modest overbore, it delivers strong, reliable performance with scope for further enhancement 210bhp comfortably within reach for those inclined. Supporting hardware is equally considered: an aluminium radiator, full stainless exhaust system, ARP fastenings, and a lightened M30 flywheel paired with an uprated clutch.

Power is delivered through a Getrag 260 gearbox to a 4. 10 limited-slip differential, offering the kind of immediacy and engagement that defines the very best historic competition machinery. The chassis has been set up with equal care, coilover adjustable dampers, quick rack steering, and a braking system comprising drilled discs all round with four-pot callipers—ensuring the car feels as capable as its specification suggests.

The stance is completed by custom staggered Minilite wheels 8Jx13” at the front and a purposeful 9” at the rear perfectly filling the arches and reinforcing the car’s competition intent.

Inside, the attention to detail continues. A full Safety Devices roll cage is integrated into a thoughtfully executed cockpit, centred around a custom flocked dashboard housing VDO instrumentation, twin Brantz rally trip meters, OMP intercom, and an array of period-correct timing devices including twin Omega stopwatches and a MIG fighter clock.

Crucially, beneath the surface, the car benefits from a completely new, full electrical loom, ensuring reliability and consistency, something so often overlooked in historic competition builds, yet absolutely essential for long-distance events.

A plumbed-in fire system and FIA-compliant foam-filled aluminium fuel tank—mounted low and forward for optimal weight distribution, underscore the car’s readiness for serious use.

Importantly, this is a car built with events such as the Tour Auto and Modena Cento Ore firmly in mind. As such, it strikes a rare balance, focused and capable, yet not so highly strung as to detract from enjoyment on the road. It remains eligible for FIA papers and a variety of historic racing series, offering versatility that is increasingly difficult to find.

With just circa 1, 764 miles covered since completion, including light use in European tarmac events, it presents as a well-developed and lightly exercised example. Naturally, following a period of dormancy, a prudent recommissioning and inspection would be advised prior to competitive use. Minor cosmetic and mechanical notes, such as a small manifold crack and an imperfection to the rear wing paint, are entirely in keeping with a car of this nature.

In essence, this is not a project, nor a half-finished idea. It is a thoughtfully executed, highly usable historic competition BMW equally suited to rally stages, endurance events, or fast road enjoyment.

And perhaps most importantly, it is a car that delivers exactly what the best of its kind always should: character, capability, and the unmistakable sense that it has been built to be driven.

1973 BMW 02 Series Blue Manual, 5 speed Right Hand Drive in United Kingdom – For Sale | Car & Classic

For NGK spark plugs:

• BP6ES
  • B = 14 mm thread
  • P = Projected insulator nose
  • 6 = Heat range
  • E = 19 mm thread reach
  • S = Standard copper centre electrode
• BPR6ES
  • Exactly the same plug except:
  • R = 5 kΩ internal resistor

The resistor is there to suppress electrical interference (radio noise) and also reduces electrical spikes that can upset electronic ignition systems and modern electronic devices.

Resistor plug vs resistor cap

You only need one source of resistance in the ignition circuit.

Typical combinations are:

Many people think using both resistor plugs and resistor caps is wrong, but BMW, Bosch and NGK have all used systems with approximately 10kΩ total suppression. The only downside is a very slightly reduced spark energy, although on a healthy ignition system it’s usually insignificant.

Electronic ignition

If your BMW 2002 has been converted to:

• 123 Ignition
• Pertronix
• Lumenition
• Electronic Bosch distributor

then BPR6ES is generally the better choice because it helps protect the electronics from ignition noise and reduces RF interference.

BMW 2002 Tii

For the mechanical fuel-injected Tii, NGK generally recommends: BPR6ES

This is the heat range that suits the higher compression and performance of the M10 Tii engine.

Carburettor 2002s

A standard carburettor BMW 2002 (1602, 1802, 2002) normally also uses: BPR6ES

The heat range isn’t determined by whether the engine has carburettors or fuel injection—it depends on combustion chamber temperature, compression ratio and intended use.

A BPR5ES is actually a hotter plug than a BPR6ES.

You might choose a BPR5ES if:

• the engine is mainly used for short journeys,
• it tends to foul plugs,
• it’s an older engine burning a little oil.

Many owners of low-compression 2002s find a BPR5ES works well, but it isn’t the standard recommendation for every carburettor car.

Heat range

NGK numbering works opposite to some manufacturers:

• BPR5ES = Hotter
• BPR6ES = Standard
• BPR7ES = Colder (competition, sustained high-speed use)

For your BMW 2002 Tii

If your car has:

• Electronic ignition
• Mechanical Kugelfischer fuel injection
• Normal UK road use

I’d stay with NGK BPR6ES gapped to around 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.032″), depending on your ignition system manufacturer’s recommendation.

The old BP6ES plugs will still work if you have non-resistor caps, but unless you’re aiming for complete factory originality, I’d continue using the BPR6ES.

One additional point that often surprises classic BMW owners: if you’re experiencing misfires after fitting resistor plugs, it’s usually a sign that the ignition system (coil, leads, cap or rotor arm) needs attention rather than a problem with the plugs themselves. A healthy M10 ignition system should fire BPR6ES plugs without any difficulty.

Above; Electric G-Wagon

Above; One-Off Sian  

Above; One-off Sian FKP 37

Above; Singer 911

Above; Left – Lister XJS and beautiful TWR XJS

Above; Rare Sunbeam Harrington, basically an Alpina with hard top.

Above; Friends 2002 Cabriolet/Targa

Above; Quattro, arches are all metal, no filler on this car

Below; Boreham reinvented Escort Mk1

Above; AMG Black series 6.3

What happened there was to write automotive history: In Bovensiepen’s halls, a standard vehicle was transformed into an 02 Alpina – a symbol of motorsport spirit, precision and individuality. The car took part in various documented races, was driven, celebrated – until it fell silent in 2004. Deregistered, parked, forgotten. A legend in a long,deep sleep, hidden away in a hall.

15 years later, C. Heine, Managing Director of H&R Spezialfedern GmbH & Co. KG, discovered this historical jewel. A real barn find. Covered in dust, patchy, marked by the ravages of time – and yet: an aura that immediately burnt itself into the heart and mind of the experienced classic car enthusiast. For Heine, it was not a question of “if”, but “how”. The decision was clear: this Alpina had to be brought back to life – as true to the original and as perfect as possible.

Together with the BMW Classic experts from the zweipunktnull group in Düsseldorf/Germany, who have been established since 2012, and its Managing Director Sebastian Küppers, as well as BMW 02 professional Rainer Ahrend from Ahrend 02 Tuning , a journey, which was more like an archaeological expedition than a classic restoration, began. Every screw, every rubber seal, every component was either replaced or lovingly refurbished. The aim was nothing less than perfection

Sebastian Küppers: “The historic refurbishment, concept creation, parts and component procurement and the final full restoration were an exclusive and emotional project for us – characterised by the highest standards of originality and care in the construction. For the perfect recreation, we were able to procure rare original parts from the USA, Japan, Venezuela and directly from Alpina. The biggest challenge, however, was the particularly careful and material-friendly restoration of the bodywork.”

Even the original suspension was reconstructed in collaboration with the classic car department of H&R Spezialfedern GmbH & Co. KG – new suspension springs in the original colour and set-up, revised original shock absorbers and porous rubber applications were made supple again.

What was created over months of painstakingly detailed work can confidently be described as an automotive treasure. A classic that has not only been restored, but also celebrated.

This extraordinary work did not go unnoticed. The 02 Alpina caused quite a stir at the Essen Motor Show – not least at Alpina itself. Andreas Bovensiepen, Managing Director of the traditional manufacturer, personally invited C. Heine himself to Buchloe. There, at the brand’s headquarters, the vehicle was subjected to intensive testing.

What followed is probably the highest honour an Alpina can receive: An official accolade. The experts attested to the car’s quality, which surpassed the series production level at the time. Every detail, every line, every colour nuance – a harmonious overall picture that perfectly combines past and present. As a visible sign of this recognition, an original Alpina sticker was affixed in Buchloe – on the spot, by the highest authorities.

And so a piece of automotive history returned to the public eye. Not just as an exhibit, but as living proof that passion, expertise and respect for the original can work wonders. The 02 Alpina lives – more beautiful than ever before.

The BMW Alpina 2002 Group 2 marked the first development stage for the motorsport successes of the BMW 2002 and thus laid the foundation for its racing career. Great racing personalities such as Hans-Joachim Stuck, Hubert Hahne and Dieter Quester led the model to numerous successes – supported by the expertise of the Allgäu-based manufacturer Alpina. The BMW Alpina 2002 Group 2 built here is therefore regarded as the forefather of the later racing successes of this model type and occupies a special place in the history of BMW.

The vehicle presented here is undoubtedly one of the most historically significant and rarest examples of the entire series of that decade.

An accolade in Buchloe: The return of the 02 Alpina – H & R

After the very first Bavaria Tour in 2002 we returned for the forth time to celebrate the model with our international friends (also did 2006, 2016).

Turned out I was the only English 02 in the event, supported by one E3 and two 02’s from Ireland.

Arrived.

After an overnight stop in Strasbourg, I noticed delays on our route and then decide to divert slightly, little did I know it was right past Alpina in Buchloe’s front door. So we of course had to pop in. It was 24 years ago I was there with my first Tii and then again in 2006 with my Turbo, so very significant. As we parked (in the rain) Bovensiepen Jnr ran past but I did manage to say hello. Apparently, there was a group of our American 02 friends visiting in the morning (we didn’t know) and they thought we were late part of the group (sadly too late for tour), but great to see a nice display outside of some of Alpina’s finest cars.

After a quick photo opportunity we headed off to our final destination in Garmish Partenkirchen to register collect our map books etc. We found an amazing restaurant that had the wonderful pork knuckle with crackling and a cold pint of German Pilsner to finish off the day.

Day-1 Up early to get to the start point in Garmish Partenkirchen for day-1 tour, everyone was split into two routes basically doing different routes and sightseeing. Breathtaking scenery (photos speak for themselves) with lunch provided up the top of a mountain (a Ski location in winter) then back down, which was a test of everyone’s brakes, my began to smell so more use of the lower gears.

As we descended down the mountain hairpins we nearly had a motorbike embedded in the front of the 02 on our side of the road, but we made it down safely and the brakes were able to cool down. Onwards to the afternoon stop and then headed back to Garmish Partenkirchen for dinner with all the other 02 family. It was fantastic to see many old friends and some I’d lost contact with for 24 years, OMG it was fantastic let’s all keep in touch this time. Also made many new friends and it was great to actually meet friends from social media in the flesh.

Above; finally got to meet Susanne Krug

Day-2 was photo shoot at a Ski jump in Garmish Partenkirchen and then free drive onto BMW HQ in Munich. Once arrived parked under the cylinder towers for photos (as I did in 2016) we went off to see the BMW Classic division. Then headed for the Welt – why not while we had some spare time and then leisurely drive back for dinner to hear everyone’s stories.

Above; it’s also 50 years of the E24 this year

Above; Yes that’s a V12 squeezed into a Z3

Above; Karl Lagerfeld’s special 7-Series, also featured in my Blog section

Above; the Concept Turbo

Day-3 was the alternative route taking in some breathtaking lakes and scenery once again, stopping for many photo opportunities and enjoying the wildlife that wanted to be part of the Bavaria Tour.

Video; Chasing Paul’s turbo through the Bavaria countryside; Behind Turbo

Above; Quick stop we saw this E28 M535i that looked good with factory leather and the original metric alloys, looked to be Macau Blue?

One Germany 02 had broken down (Michael Beier – thanks for the beer Michael) and his friends were trying to help, so we also stopped to see if we could help, his top engine water hose had split, I had some spare hoses but not that one, but we managed to bodge it so he could get back to base after many refills of water, but he made it.

The last evening was at a different venue and was celebrating in traditional German style with horn blowing, dancers and whip crackers. After all the “thank you’s” and big applauses for Andy Andexer “the man that started it all”, it was time to say our sad goodbyes.

Above; 02 Legend – Andy Andexer and myself – thanks Andy for the great memories.

Goodbye – some set off early and some met for a final photo, we had a 9 hour drive to Riems in France so set off early. The car performed amazingly well having driven a total of 2500 miles under some extreme conditions, it did suffer in the higher altitudes but once back in lower terrain it was fine.

Above; The 02 Team

Above; Oops Fine for speeding and photo opportunity, we did laugh.

Above; made it into local paper

Above; Susanna, myself and finally got to meet Olaf, can’t wait to see you all again.

Above; Susanna and Martin (what a guy).

Fellow Irish 02’s (Jay and Chris) also had some issues with broken exhaust down pipes and blown alternators but the hardy 02 spirit ensured they fixed the issues and were able to enjoy the event. I think they both got home OK. Well done guys, great to see you.

Below; the special famous 02 Diana (soon off to the USA with its lucky new owner);

So finally, a BIG THANK YOU to all the organisers for all their hard work and planning an incredible week, I have to say it was up there with the original event in 2002, WELL DONE TEAM (Dietmar, Christine Heinen, Jurgen Heling, Wolfgang Herz and Herwig Holzmeister)

Also thanks to; Mayor of Garmish Partenkirchen Daniel Schimmer for hosting all of us and Helmut Kas Head of BMW Group Classic.

It was great to meet so many friends from around the world and make new ones. Big shout out to the Dutch, American, Austrian, Portuguese, South American, Norwegian, German and our other European friends. Love you all, can’t wait until the next one?

Above, Program and new tool roll with tools (bargain at 35 euros).