2002's in Australia

On 16/06/2008, at 4:47 PM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

Hi, I have recently joined and am trying really hard to find a
decent 02 in Australia, specifically Sydney. I had a look at a tii
at the weekend 10K AUD and rust everywhere. I have had 02's on and
off for the last 20 years and really miss owning one. I would like a
tii so if anyone out there has any ideas contacts etc in Sydney
please can you let me know.

I have thought about importing one but I would need to get someone
to do an inspection, does anyone know of a company that will do this
in the UK?

I have noticed there is a nice tii on Richards site this month, that
would be perfect should the the previously mentioned service
available.

Thanks.

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Bradley Prentice <...> said:
Hi Richard

A good Tii in Australia is hard to find. Very rare in deed. I have one
but it was brought in by me from Singapore a few years ago. There is a
nice Tii for sale that has been completely rebuilt in NSW. You can
have a look at it on Carsales.com.au. A very nice car but not that
cheap. However, when you see the work done on the car you will
appreciate it. Watch out there are some bad ones out there.

I have included a couple of pictures the seller sent me. You can see
the extent of the rebuild.

Brad.

On 16/06/2008, at 4:47 PM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

Hi, I have recently joined and am trying really hard to find a
decent 02 in Australia, specifically Sydney. I had a look at a tii
at the weekend 10K AUD and rust everywhere. I have had 02's on and
off for the last 20 years and really miss owning one. I would like a
tii so if anyone out there has any ideas contacts etc in Sydney
please can you let me know.

I have thought about importing one but I would need to get someone
to do an inspection, does anyone know of a company that will do this
in the UK?

I have noticed there is a nice tii on Richards site this month, that
would be perfect should the the previously mentioned service
available.

Thanks.

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I can do an inspection for a fee, depending where in the UK as well. You get a 3 page written report & hundreds of images to back the report up. It usually takes at least 6 hours.

So if you find one in S.E England let me know. If it's in the Midlands I do know someone that "might" be able to help.

Good luck hunting.

Richard.

Date: Mon, 16 Jun 2008 08:47:00 +0000From: ...: bmw02@jiglu.comSubject: [bmw02] 2002's in Australia

Hi, I have recently joined and am trying really hard to find a decent 02 in Australia, specifically Sydney. I had a look at a tii at the weekend 10K AUD and rust everywhere. I have had 02's on and off for the last 20 years and really miss owning one. I would like a tii so if anyone out there has any ideas contacts etc in Sydney please can you let me know.
I have thought about importing one but I would need to get someone to do an inspection, does anyone know of a company that will do this in the UK?
I have noticed there is a nice tii on Richards site this month, that would be perfect should the the previously mentioned service available.
Thanks.

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On 17/06/2008, at 1:16 PM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

I have actually spoken to this guy I think his name is Michael, he
sent me a couple of images as well, the only thing that concerened
me is that he didnt do much to the engine, he says he had some work
done on the injection pump and has fitted a 5 speed box, I was just
a little dubious as it is quite expensive and I am unsure of the
engine. saying that he looks like he has done a good job on
everything else.
I agree he certainly seems to have done the body well. I will go
and see the car as soon as I can.

Is your tii silver, with minilites and AC, I have seen 1 in Aus on
the web from Singapore previously?

Keep you posted. Thanks.

Bradley Prentice <...> said:
Hi Richard

A good Tii in Australia is hard to find. Very rare in deed. I have one
but it was brought in by me from Singapore a few years ago. There is a
nice Tii for sale that has been completely rebuilt in NSW. You can
have a look at it on Carsales.com.au. A very nice car but not that
cheap. However, when you see the work done on the car you will
appreciate it. Watch out there are some bad ones out there.

I have included a couple of pictures the seller sent me. You can see
the extent of the rebuild.

Brad.

On 16/06/2008, at 4:47 PM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

Hi, I have recently joined and am trying really hard to find a
decent 02 in Australia, specifically Sydney. I had a look at a tii
at the weekend 10K AUD and rust everywhere. I have had 02's on and
off for the last 20 years and really miss owning one. I would like a
tii so if anyone out there has any ideas contacts etc in Sydney
please can you let me know.

I have thought about importing one but I would need to get someone
to do an inspection, does anyone know of a company that will do this
in the UK?

I have noticed there is a nice tii on Richards site this month, that
would be perfect should the the previously mentioned service
available.

Thanks.

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On 17/06/2008, at 1:16 PM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

I have actually spoken to this guy I think his name is Michael, he
sent me a couple of images as well, the only thing that concerened
me is that he didnt do much to the engine, he says he had some work
done on the injection pump and has fitted a 5 speed box, I was just
a little dubious as it is quite expensive and I am unsure of the
engine. saying that he looks like he has done a good job on
everything else.
I agree he certainly seems to have done the body well. I will go
and see the car as soon as I can.

Is your tii silver, with minilites and AC, I have seen 1 in Aus on
the web from Singapore previously?

Keep you posted. Thanks.

Bradley Prentice <...> said:
Hi Richard

A good Tii in Australia is hard to find. Very rare in deed. I have one
but it was brought in by me from Singapore a few years ago. There is a
nice Tii for sale that has been completely rebuilt in NSW. You can
have a look at it on Carsales.com.au. A very nice car but not that
cheap. However, when you see the work done on the car you will
appreciate it. Watch out there are some bad ones out there.

I have included a couple of pictures the seller sent me. You can see
the extent of the rebuild.

Brad.

On 16/06/2008, at 4:47 PM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

Hi, I have recently joined and am trying really hard to find a
decent 02 in Australia, specifically Sydney. I had a look at a tii
at the weekend 10K AUD and rust everywhere. I have had 02's on and
off for the last 20 years and really miss owning one. I would like a
tii so if anyone out there has any ideas contacts etc in Sydney
please can you let me know.

I have thought about importing one but I would need to get someone
to do an inspection, does anyone know of a company that will do this
in the UK?

I have noticed there is a nice tii on Richards site this month, that
would be perfect should the the previously mentioned service
available.

Thanks.

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Bradley Prentice <...> said:
Great to hear you bought the car! I am sure it will be well look after
by you. Make sure you keep the bird crap off of it. Can't wait to see
the photos when you get them out. You should also make sure Richard in
London features it on his COTM web site next month.

Brad.

On 29/07/2008, at 9:00 AM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

Bradley Prentice <...> said:
I agree. However, the 02 engines are well bolted together both Tii and
carb versions. Should be okay if you hear it running well. One drive
will be a good indication. Let me know if you get out to see it.

I have a spare injection system in Perth for future reference. I had a
pump rebuilt in the USA a few years ago and my brother in Canada
handed over the entire top end of a Tii engine to me. I guess you have
seen my car on-line somewhere – it is the Tii you mentioned with
(Superltes by Performance wheels in Oz not minilites) and AC

Glad to help source anything. My car is stored with a fellow in Perth
with a very large garage filled with about 8 2002's now.

Brad.

Well I went to see the Tii, there was my first mistake, or perhaps
not, it really has been stripped repaired, cleaned and put back
together, from the owners work sheets that read at least 600hrs of
work I gleamed that for an 02 of this quality it has cost more than
twice the asking price to arrive at where it is today. There is a
complete file of photos of the work that has been done and looking
around at the quality of the current restorations in the owners
garage only leads you to confidence in the work done.

So I went for a test drive, me, my wife my six yr old and the owner,
it pulled like a train even with 4 people in it, so it would appear
that the engine is indeed ok, it handled better than 02 I have had
and generally I thought it a very good example.

I went home and of course Procrastinated, had pre buyers remorse
(don't ask)

Yep I bought it, drove it home last night in the rain, filthy night
in Sydeny, but smiled all the way. I hadnt got 5 mins down the road
when I had more than a few admiring glances from other cars.

Still cant believe that I own it and can't wait to get out at the
weekend in it. One drive has sqashed any buyers remorse (stupid I
know).

Anyway, I will upload some pictures as soon as I get a chance both
here and if Richard wants them for car of the month. watch this space.

On 17/06/2008, at 1:16 PM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

I have actually spoken to this guy I think his name is Michael, he
sent me a couple of images as well, the only thing that concerened
me is that he didnt do much to the engine, he says he had some work
done on the injection pump and has fitted a 5 speed box, I was just
a little dubious as it is quite expensive and I am unsure of the
engine. saying that he looks like he has done a good job on
everything else.
I agree he certainly seems to have done the body well. I will go
and see the car as soon as I can.

Is your tii silver, with minilites and AC, I have seen 1 in Aus on
the web from Singapore previously?

Keep you posted. Thanks.

Bradley Prentice <...> said:
Hi Richard

A good Tii in Australia is hard to find. Very rare in deed. I have one
but it was brought in by me from Singapore a few years ago. There is a
nice Tii for sale that has been completely rebuilt in NSW. You can
have a look at it on Carsales.com.au. A very nice car but not that
cheap. However, when you see the work done on the car you will
appreciate it. Watch out there are some bad ones out there.

I have included a couple of pictures the seller sent me. You can see
the extent of the rebuild.

Brad.

On 16/06/2008, at 4:47 PM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

Hi, I have recently joined and am trying really hard to find a
decent 02 in Australia, specifically Sydney. I had a look at a tii
at the weekend 10K AUD and rust everywhere. I have had 02's on and
off for the last 20 years and really miss owning one. I would like a
tii so if anyone out there has any ideas contacts etc in Sydney
please can you let me know.

I have thought about importing one but I would need to get someone
to do an inspection, does anyone know of a company that will do this
in the UK?

I have noticed there is a nice tii on Richards site this month, that
would be perfect should the the previously mentioned service
available.

Thanks.

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Bradley Prentice <...> said:
Hi Richard,

The A/C was fitted in Singapore. This is quite common due to the
climate. The shops due a good job of installing these units in all
types of classics. Ever seen an old MG or VW with A/C?! However, it
does require some nasty access holes for the plumbing in the firewall
and the heater box was removed. The lack of de-mister proved to be an
issue at the pits when I imported the car. Fortunately the inspector
registered the car as a 1972 so that I would not have to replace the
heater box. That saved me thousands. 1973 and above required it.

It really blows cold and is great for the Australian summers. Also
keeps the wife happy!

Brad

On 11/08/2008, at 6:40 AM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

Thanks Brad, I just need to give it a bit of a clean and I will take
some photos. Does your 02 have air con and if so do you know what
the unit was that was fitted, I seem to remember your car on the web
somewhere and I thought it said you had air con?

Bradley Prentice <...> said:
Great to hear you bought the car! I am sure it will be well look after
by you. Make sure you keep the bird crap off of it. Can't wait to see
the photos when you get them out. You should also make sure Richard in
London features it on his COTM web site next month.

Brad.

On 29/07/2008, at 9:00 AM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

Bradley Prentice <...> said:
I agree. However, the 02 engines are well bolted together both Tii and
carb versions. Should be okay if you hear it running well. One drive
will be a good indication. Let me know if you get out to see it.

I have a spare injection system in Perth for future reference. I had a
pump rebuilt in the USA a few years ago and my brother in Canada
handed over the entire top end of a Tii engine to me. I guess you have
seen my car on-line somewhere – it is the Tii you mentioned with
(Superltes by Performance wheels in Oz not minilites) and AC

Glad to help source anything. My car is stored with a fellow in Perth
with a very large garage filled with about 8 2002's now.

Brad.

Well I went to see the Tii, there was my first mistake, or perhaps
not, it really has been stripped repaired, cleaned and put back
together, from the owners work sheets that read at least 600hrs of
work I gleamed that for an 02 of this quality it has cost more than
twice the asking price to arrive at where it is today. There is a
complete file of photos of the work that has been done and looking
around at the quality of the current restorations in the owners
garage only leads you to confidence in the work done.

So I went for a test drive, me, my wife my six yr old and the owner,
it pulled like a train even with 4 people in it, so it would appear
that the engine is indeed ok, it handled better than 02 I have had
and generally I thought it a very good example.

I went home and of course Procrastinated, had pre buyers remorse
(don't ask)

Yep I bought it, drove it home last night in the rain, filthy night
in Sydeny, but smiled all the way. I hadnt got 5 mins down the road
when I had more than a few admiring glances from other cars.

Still cant believe that I own it and can't wait to get out at the
weekend in it. One drive has sqashed any buyers remorse (stupid I
know).

Anyway, I will upload some pictures as soon as I get a chance both
here and if Richard wants them for car of the month. watch this space.

On 17/06/2008, at 1:16 PM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

I have actually spoken to this guy I think his name is Michael, he
sent me a couple of images as well, the only thing that concerened
me is that he didnt do much to the engine, he says he had some work
done on the injection pump and has fitted a 5 speed box, I was just
a little dubious as it is quite expensive and I am unsure of the
engine. saying that he looks like he has done a good job on
everything else.
I agree he certainly seems to have done the body well. I will go
and see the car as soon as I can.

Is your tii silver, with minilites and AC, I have seen 1 in Aus on
the web from Singapore previously?

Keep you posted. Thanks.

Bradley Prentice <...> said:
Hi Richard

A good Tii in Australia is hard to find. Very rare in deed. I have one
but it was brought in by me from Singapore a few years ago. There is a
nice Tii for sale that has been completely rebuilt in NSW. You can
have a look at it on Carsales.com.au. A very nice car but not that
cheap. However, when you see the work done on the car you will
appreciate it. Watch out there are some bad ones out there.

I have included a couple of pictures the seller sent me. You can see
the extent of the rebuild.

Brad.

On 16/06/2008, at 4:47 PM, Richard Baptiste wrote:

Hi, I have recently joined and am trying really hard to find a
decent 02 in Australia, specifically Sydney. I had a look at a tii
at the weekend 10K AUD and rust everywhere. I have had 02's on and
off for the last 20 years and really miss owning one. I would like a
tii so if anyone out there has any ideas contacts etc in Sydney
please can you let me know.

I have thought about importing one but I would need to get someone
to do an inspection, does anyone know of a company that will do this
in the UK?

I have noticed there is a nice tii on Richards site this month, that
would be perfect should the the previously mentioned service
available.

Thanks.

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