Highlights
- Preserved condition due to a significant period in storage
- Twice owned by the same enthusiast
- £8,000 spent on maintenance and improvements at a BMW specialist
- Always stored in a garage
The Appeal
Based upon the much-loved E36, the B3 Alpina was a performance-driven saloon, expanding the base model's formula with a larger engine, lighter pistons, a redesigned cooling system, improved air flow and - of course - bespoke exhausts. The car responded in kind - a remarkable upgrade, available in only 130 cabriolets supplied to the UK. Needless to say, they've become highly desirable, rather scarce modern classics.
This BMW B3 Alpina is a unique blend of luxury and performance, offering the comfort of a BMW with the added thrill of Alpina tuning. Well preserved due to a significant period in dry storage, with £8,000 spent on maintenance and improvements at a BMW specialist, this B3 Alpina is in excellent mechanical condition and ready to hit the road with its lucky new owner.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1997
- Last serviced at 80,000 miles
- Significant period in storage
- Purchased by the current owner in 1998, sold to a friend in 2003, and bought back in 2011
- Stored in a friend's garage for several years
- £8,000 spent at a BMW specialist to bring the car up to standard
- Always stored in a garage
- MOT expired in January 2024
- Currently indicates 93,638 miles
The Condition
- Bodywork in good overall condition
- No sign of any dents or dings
- Paintwork in nice, glossy order
- Good condition soft top, attention required to the elastic straps
- Original Alpina alloys
- Full set of Goodyear tyres
- Some light corrosion to the underside
- Impressive grey leather cabin with wood veneers
- Light cracking and wear to the driver's seat
- Some light wear to the carpets
- Small repair required to the glovebox
The Mechanics
- 3.2L I6 powerplant
- 5-speed automatic transmission
- Engine bay in very good order
- Strong engine with no upgrades
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
- We understand the car to be in good working order throughout
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