As she waited for the tow truck, which would typically be a beacon of salvation, she was met with even more disappointment. After picking up the car to enjoy in its original state, Lisa had an unfortunate run in with a failed clutch master cylinder.

The 02, which back then was coated in factory Fjord, was her way to return to her roots in the chassis.

She spoke of a classic BMW that appeared “tired,” but nevertheless, a car that she saw massive potential in. “I found Tesoro at the Brisbane 2002 swap and show in 2014,” she told us. However, before Tesoro became what he is today, Lisa had to start somewhere. To create a 2002 completely unique to anything else in the community was important in the car’s build process. Lisa credits much of her inspiration for the build to her desire to be different. Tesoro, as she has lovingly named the Schwarz 02, is a one of a kind, truly timeless take on the chassis. Since her first car, she has owned BMWs that fall across the map, from an E30 M3, a Bavaria, an E36 M3, and even two other 2002s. So much so, that early on she was dubbed the “02 Princess” by Michel Potheau, cofounder of the BMWCCA. “At 17, I bought my first 2002 from an original owner.” Describing her experience as “love at first sight,” she makes it very clear that there was never a doubt in her mind that the BMW 2002 was her car. “I got my first 02 with my own hard earned, part time money, working as a receptionist at a real estate office,” she explained. Lisa’s love affair with the 02 dates back more than 20 years. This sensation is rather similar to what happened in Lisa’s mind when she saw her first BMW 2002. Whether it was the mesmerizing slope of body lines, the mechanical harmony that resonated from an engine bay, or simply a well thought out interior this was a car that captivated you. Rather, this is a car that you saw for the first time, and said to yourself, “I will have one of those some day”. This may not be a car you own now, or even owned in the past. Think back to the first time you saw your car.

Wheel of fortune day 20 2002