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BMW 2002

1968–1976

BMW 2002

Based on 4 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatinghigh confidence

£28,000

Market value · recent verified sales

+8.1%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Median sold price up 8.1% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

Price History

Aug 2023Today

MSRP

Collectibility

4/10

Modest Demand

3-Year Forecast

£33,275

+19%

5-Year Forecast

£35,192

+26%

Market scores

62

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Good

70

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The BMW 2002 has reached a median of £28,000 in the UK market, reflecting an 8.1% year-on-year appreciation and a HOLD signal that suggests consolidation around current pricing. The appreciating classic classification signals steady upward momentum, though the valuation environment appears to have stabilized after recent gains.

Transaction activity remains limited, with only four confirmed sales tracked over the past year against a twelve-month sample of sixteen enquiries. This moderate liquidity position means buyers and sellers should expect longer marketing periods and may need flexibility on pricing to secure deals outside peak selling windows.

The 2002 commands high desirability despite a collectibility score of 4 (modest demand), a distinction rooted in its status as a significant automotive milestone and strong heritage appeal. Production volume of over 339,000 units means examples are relatively accessible compared to rarer contemporaries, which keeps entry barriers reasonable for collectors.

Base projections point to £33,275 within three years (18.8% growth) and £35,192 within five years (25.7% growth), tracking a gradual appreciation trajectory. The absence of current active listings suggests tight near-term supply, though the modest transaction velocity indicates demand is not racing ahead of stock levels.

The steady upward path reflects the model's iconic status as the original sport sedan, particularly among European collectors and purists. However, the measured pace of appreciation and moderate liquidity suggest the 2002 remains a vehicle for enthusiasts rather than speculative buyers, with returns likely to track broader classic market trends rather than outpace them.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value£28,000
  • Annual appr. rate+8.1%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
This model holds value better than its segment average — strong long-term hold.

UK Park (DVLA)

  • Still licensed104
  • SORN'd (off-road)111
  • Total in DVLA records215
  • % of production0.1%
  • All BMW 2002s216
DVLA quarterly data, last updated 2025 Q4. Licensed = currently taxed and on the road. SORN = registered as off-road (storage, restoration).

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)£450
  • Maintenance£900
  • Storage£2,400
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost£3,750
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

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Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months1
  • Sell-Through25%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price£15,963
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price Range£13,750 – £20,000
  • Total Sales Tracked4

Recent sales

  • £15,000

    Collecting Cars · 11 May 2026

  • £13,750

    Collecting Cars · 22 Sept 2024

  • £15,100

    Collecting Cars · 9 Apr 2024

  • £20,000

    Collecting Cars · 6 Aug 2023

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.