Description
This F10-generation BMW Alpina B5 Biturbo is a rare and refined modern ‘super saloon’, and number 174 of just 320 delivered worldwide.
Under the bonnet sits a twin-turbocharged 4. 4-litre V8, delivering around 507bhp to the rear wheels via an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted shift buttons. As a result, the Alpina B5 Biturbo sprints from 0-62mph in just 3. 5 seconds, and goes on to a claimed top speed of 202mph.
This example was originally a Japan-delivered model, which was first registered in June 2012. It has since been imported to the UK, and was registered with the DVLA in July 2024.
The odometer shows 185, 683 KM from new.
EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES
Based on the BMW 550i, the F10-generation Alpina B5 Biturbo features several desirable performance upgrades, including larger turbochargers, a custom engine block, a custom Alpina cooling package with radiator, engine oil cooler, transmission oil cooler, custom air ducting, and intercooler, as well as reinforced cylinder heads, NGK spark plugs, high strength Mahle pistons, and a unique Alpina ECU.
The model also features revised suspension, a custom Alpina crossbar, uprated front brakes, an Alpina ‘Type 860’ front spoiler and rear diffuser, and a ‘Type 858’ rear boot lip spoiler.
This example is finished in Alpine White III with subtle silver Alpina ‘deco set’ side graphics, and high-gloss Shadowline trim elements, over a black Dakota leather-trimmed interior, featuring red and blue Alpina stripe seat back accents with badges, and brushed aluminium-effect and Alpina Piano Lacquer trim.
It rides on a set of 20-inch Alpina multi-spoke alloy wheels with hidden valve stems, shod in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres.
Equipment includes front and rear parking sensors, xenon headlights, LED driving lights, cruise control, a reversing camera, a central infotainment system with satellite navigation and Bluetooth connectivity, four-zone automatic air conditioning, switchable driving modes, a rear window blind, soft close doors, and electrically adjustable heated front seats with two-position memory.
The car comes with the tyre compressor and puncture repair kit, all the owner’s manuals with a blue leather Alpina wallet, the stamped Japanese service booklet, and spare keys.
The most recent MOT test was conducted on 12 June 2024, which resulted in a first-time pass with no advisories. The most recent maintenance was performed in June 2023 at 170, 818 KM by BMW Main dealer Motoren Saga Corp, with work including an engine oil and filter change, a brake fluid change, and the replacement of the coolant, lambda sensor, battery, front wiper blades, fuel filter, and hydraulic fluid.
Prior to this, it was serviced in December 2022 at 162, 182 KM, which was an engine oil and filter change with a front brake pad replacement, and in June 2021 at 137, 733 KM, when the engine oil, oil filter, left-hand ball joint, a coolant hose, the coolant, two rear tyres, the spark plugs, the lambda control sensor, and the fuel filter were replaced.
Dates and mileage:
Jun 2023 - 170, 818 KM
Dec 2022 - 162, 182 KM
Jun 2021 - 137, 733 KM
Jun 2019 - 103, 958 KM
Jun 2018 - 85, 632 KM
Jun 2017 - 68, 412 KM
Jun 2015 - 36, 241 KM
Jun 2014 - 13, 638 KM
Jun 2013 - 9, 579 KM
