1976 BMW 1502 | Harrogate, North Yorkshire

The BMW 1502 was the entry-level car in BMW's 02 Series, a compact two-door saloon with rear-wheel drive. BMW kept it simpler than the 1602, with steel wheels and hub caps, and its engine ran on regular petrol. Many buyers first met the marque through it. This 1976 car is finished in deep blue with a black interior, and bright chrome detailing lifts its sharp, boxy lines. The straight-sided shape gives a clean profile in shot, and the plain black cabin keeps attention on the paintwork. It is in good condition. Its compact size and mid-1970s look suit period film and television, where the car needs no dressing to place a scene. Photographers and fashion and editorial teams get deep blue paint set against a black interior, with a continental feel. A city wedding departure suits its compact lines. The car is based in Leeds.