New for 1968 was the two-door 2002 sedan powered by a 2.0-liter engine. Fearing the 1600ti would be too difficult to modify to comply with new U.S. emission standards, BMW used a larger engine that offered slightly more weight and horsepower. Unfortunately, the twin-carbureted 2002ti version never came to the U.S. due to emission regulations. The European trim version had anti-roll bars in the front and rear, '2002' ti on the driver's side of the grille, and a four- or five-speed gearbox.
By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2013
By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2013
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Those manufacturers that had found a niche in the marketplace to survive the Great Depression were forced once again to figure out how to stay in business after World War II. BMW stayed successful with their affordable and efficient bubble car, named the Isetta. They also produced luxury cars such as the 507 and aircraft parts. In 1959, BMW was on the brink of bankruptcy. Their Isetta vehicle....
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