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BMW 2002(diecast 1:64, Hot Wheels)

  • BMW 2002 (from 1968)
  • Hot Wheels
  • 1:64
  • Showcase model / No engine
  • diecast
  • yellow
  • Perfect mint condition
  • Original packaging exists
  • Invite offers
 

Background on the original: BMW 2002 of the E10 line

The miniature shown here is clearly based on the BMW 2002, a model from the E10 series that was built from 1966 to 1977. The BMW 2002 appeared in 1968 as the more powerful version of the 1600-2 and is considered an important link between the “Neue Klasse” cars and the later 3 Series. Designers involved included Wilhelm Hofmeister and the Italian stylist Giovanni Michelotti; the concept of a compact, lightweight two-door with a sporty focus left a lasting mark on the brand. Technically it used a steel monocoque body with front MacPherson struts and independent rear semi-trailing arms, combined with rear-wheel drive. The engine family was the M10, developed by Alexander von Falkenhausen, known for being robust and tunable. To give you a feel for the era: 1968 also saw the “Prague Spring,” the Apollo 8 mission orbit the Moon, and The Beatles release “Hey Jude.” Just some context to place the car in time.

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Technical classification and variants of the E10

The BMW 2002 used the M10 four-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1,990 cm³ (1.99 liters / 121.4 cubic inches). The base version produced about 74 kW (100 PS), the BMW 2002 ti with twin carburetors made about 88 kW (120 PS), and the 2002 tii with mechanical injection around 96 kW (130 PS). In 1973 the 2002 turbo appeared — one of the first European production cars with an exhaust turbocharger — at about 125 kW (170 PS) and with distinctive spoiler and decal styling. Gearboxes ranged from 4-speed manuals (later also 5-speed Getrag units) to a 3-speed automatic. Curb weight was roughly 990–1,070 kg (2,182–2,359 pounds), wheelbase 2,400 mm (94.5 inches / 7.87 ft), and overall length around 4.23 m (166.5 inches / 13.9 ft). The developmental predecessor was the 1600-2. Motorsport-wise the car was active in rallies and circuit racing; the 1972-founded BMW Motorsport GmbH played a role here, and its light blue / dark blue / red stripe livery is often used as a styling cue. Those stripes are echoed on the Hot Wheels model here, without it being a specific tuned race replica.

The model in modelmax’s collection: details in 1/64 from Hot Wheels

The pictured miniature is a diecast model in 1/64 scale from Hot Wheels, part of modelmax’s collection. Photos show a yellow body with side stripe graphics in light blue, dark blue and red — visually referencing the BMW Motorsport GmbH color scheme. There’s a BMW roundel on the hood, a black grille with a silver-framed twin-kidney motif and printed round headlights up front. The package card notes “70’s vs 90’s” and the series position “5/10,” suggesting a themed release. The body is diecast metal paired with a plastic chassis and a black interior. The windows look slightly tinted. The wheels are black multi-spoke style; no real-world wheel brand is obvious. Scale-wise, a real BMW 2002 at about 4.23 m (166.5 inches / 13.9 ft) translates to approximately 66 mm (2.6 inches) in 1/64 scale, which matches the shown model well. The finish shows clean tampo prints on the front and sides; the underside is fairly plain, typical of this casting’s simplifications.

Collector notes, paint and context

For collectors it’s worth noting that this Hot Wheels casting has appeared in several colorways over the years. This example pairs a mustard-to-corn-yellow body with a clean, sharply defined side stripe package; body details — like the beltline below the windows, suggested bumper over-riders and the broad wheel arches — pick up key visual cues from the real BMW 2002. The grille is printed black with a silver kidney surround, and the round headlights are tampo-printed. You can spot a single door seam with an indicated handle; mirrors are molded into the body. The black baseplate visually tightens the proportions, and the tires’ high sidewall look suits the sporty-vintage vibe. As a 1/64 diecast from Hot Wheels, the piece fits easily into common display cases and pairs well with similarly scaled releases from other makers. There’s no clear film or TV tie-in for this particular version, so it’s a standalone classic-coupe representation. To recap the historic facts: the BMW 2002 belongs to the E10 family (built from 1966), designed with input from Wilhelm Hofmeister and Giovanni Michelotti, powered by the M10 engine from Alexander von Falkenhausen. The model’s stripe motif nods to the tradition of BMW Motorsport GmbH (founded 1972). This diecast piece in modelmax’s collection is a compact, recognizable capture of the real car’s main traits.
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