Review by CoMod Carrera124 on the Carrera DIGITAL 132/Evo BMW 2002 ti "Team Warsteiner", '76 & "Tuner" (Art. No. 30547/27349 & 30548/27350 - pictures only)
Technical data:
Weight (complete vehicle with magnets): 92 grams
Weight (body): 28 grams
Length including spoiler: 133 mm
Wheelbase: 78 mm
Track width (front axle): 47 mm
Track width (rear axle): 47 mm
Other: Front axle with independent suspension
Overview of the color variants:
Both the gold Warsteiner version and the white tuner version are available as analog and digital vehicles. Idee+Spiel is also releasing a special silver 'Martini Racing' edition, exclusively in digital format.
Optics:
Slowly but surely, Carrera is expanding its classic car lineup. Following Opel, Ford, and Volkswagen, the BMW 2002 is now rolling out onto the track. And to be honest, I'm not entirely happy with the design. The basic body is very well-executed, but the wheel arches of the flares could be significantly rounder, in my opinion.
There's nothing to criticize about the designs, however: the Warsteiner look is classic, very familiar, and yet new territory for Carrera. The white tuner version with the Castrol look offers an appealing contrast. Instead of the blond youth, however, a driver figure with a racing helmet would have been better.
Technology:
The chassis utilizes familiar elements. The total weight is a pleasingly low 92 grams. The front wheels are independently suspended, and the proven E200 engine powers the car. The digital versions feature lighting, which is very well implemented. There's no significant amount of stray light penetrating the sides, either front or rear.
Driving test:
With the magnets fully equipped, the usual picture emerges: The BMW stays safely in lane at all times, and the relatively small wheel diameter enables good acceleration and braking values.
Removing the rear magnet gives you a noticeably wider acceleration limit. The tires offer good grip, and neither their narrow dimensions nor their narrow track width have a negative impact. In this configuration, the BMW is also hard to throw off course, but is significantly more forgiving of minor driving errors. K1s can be navigated safely and quickly.
Without magnets, the narrow track becomes noticeable, increasing the tendency to roll. Trim weights are advisable for this setup, but the landing gear offers very little space for them.
Conclusion:
I would have hoped for more in terms of design, but to compensate for this, there are three extremely attractive liveries right from the start: Warsteiner, Castrol, and Martini. The handling is impeccable. However, as a tall and comparatively narrow vehicle, the BMW is no time killer.
CoMod Carrera124
Note from the club administration: pictures of the BMW 2002 ti and tuners will follow as soon as possible!
Technical data:
Weight (complete vehicle with magnets): 92 grams
Weight (body): 28 grams
Length including spoiler: 133 mm
Wheelbase: 78 mm
Track width (front axle): 47 mm
Track width (rear axle): 47 mm
Other: Front axle with independent suspension
Overview of the color variants:
Both the gold Warsteiner version and the white tuner version are available as analog and digital vehicles. Idee+Spiel is also releasing a special silver 'Martini Racing' edition, exclusively in digital format.
Optics:
Slowly but surely, Carrera is expanding its classic car lineup. Following Opel, Ford, and Volkswagen, the BMW 2002 is now rolling out onto the track. And to be honest, I'm not entirely happy with the design. The basic body is very well-executed, but the wheel arches of the flares could be significantly rounder, in my opinion.
There's nothing to criticize about the designs, however: the Warsteiner look is classic, very familiar, and yet new territory for Carrera. The white tuner version with the Castrol look offers an appealing contrast. Instead of the blond youth, however, a driver figure with a racing helmet would have been better.
Technology:
The chassis utilizes familiar elements. The total weight is a pleasingly low 92 grams. The front wheels are independently suspended, and the proven E200 engine powers the car. The digital versions feature lighting, which is very well implemented. There's no significant amount of stray light penetrating the sides, either front or rear.
Driving test:
With the magnets fully equipped, the usual picture emerges: The BMW stays safely in lane at all times, and the relatively small wheel diameter enables good acceleration and braking values.
Removing the rear magnet gives you a noticeably wider acceleration limit. The tires offer good grip, and neither their narrow dimensions nor their narrow track width have a negative impact. In this configuration, the BMW is also hard to throw off course, but is significantly more forgiving of minor driving errors. K1s can be navigated safely and quickly.
Without magnets, the narrow track becomes noticeable, increasing the tendency to roll. Trim weights are advisable for this setup, but the landing gear offers very little space for them.
Conclusion:
I would have hoped for more in terms of design, but to compensate for this, there are three extremely attractive liveries right from the start: Warsteiner, Castrol, and Martini. The handling is impeccable. However, as a tall and comparatively narrow vehicle, the BMW is no time killer.
CoMod Carrera124
Note from the club administration: pictures of the BMW 2002 ti and tuners will follow as soon as possible!
