
BMW 2002 Turbo Green Metallic Minichamps 1:18

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Specifications
- Brand
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- Minichamps
- Scale
- 1:18
- Material
- Diecast
- Model Condition
- Used Model
- SKU
- 155026206
- Year
- 1972
- Era
- 1970s
- Body Type
- Coupe
- Vehicle Class
- Classic Sports
- Openable Parts
- No
- Packaging Condition
- Traces of Storage
- Model Type
- Street Models
- EAN / GTIN
- 4012138142015
About the BMW 2002 Turbo Green Metallic Minichamps 1:18
TL;DR: Minichamps' 1:18 diecast BMW 2002 Turbo in Green Metallic reproduces BMW's pioneering turbocharged production coupe from 1972. The zinc alloy build carries opening doors and a compact early-1970s stance, suited to a classic BMW shelf.
Green Metallic is an uncommon shade for this model, and it gives the 2002 Turbo a period-correct alternative to the bright graphics packages most collectors associate with the car.
Finish and Construction Details
The metallic green carries visible flake under direct light, distinguishing it from a flat single-stage paint and adding depth to the 2002's simple, boxy body panels. Doors open on functional hinges, and the cabin inside is finished to the expected mid-tier standard: molded seats, a basic dashboard, and enough color separation to read clearly rather than blur into a single tone. Panel gaps stay within normal diecast tolerance for the era's flat-sided bodywork, and the model's overall heft reflects genuine zinc alloy rather than a lightweight shell. The 2002 Turbo's compact dimensions mean this replica occupies a modest shelf footprint, letting it sit comfortably beside larger companions without needing extra display space.
A Distinctive Entry in a 1970s BMW Lineup
BMW's decision to turbocharge the compact 2002 made it the company's technical showcase of the early 1970s, arriving just as fuel prices and safety regulation would soon reshape the entire segment. This green variant gives collectors a quieter alternative to the car's famous orange and black liveries, useful for anyone who wants to represent the 2002 Turbo without leaning on its loudest graphics. Placed within a broader 1970s BMW or German coupe display, it reads as a subtler, more understated take on a genuinely significant piece of turbocharging history.














