2008 BMW ALPINA (E92) B3 BITURBO

KEY FACTS

• A tastefully specified example of this distinguished performance coupe; a rare and bespoke hand-built development of the BMW 335i.
• Under the bonnet is a 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline-six engine, producing 355bhp and 369lb-ft of torque, delivered to the rear wheels through a six-speed ‘Switch-Tronic’ automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted shift buttons.
• The 0-60mph sprint takes only 4.6 seconds, and the car is capable of a derestricted 180mph.
• Originally owned by Alpina GB, this example features the optional gold Alpina ‘deco set’ pinstripe decals.
• This E92 has been with its current owner for the last six years, and it had just three keepers prior to this.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Based on the N54 engine from the 335i, the hand-built motor features an Alpina-specific ECU, oil cooler, and stronger but lower-compression Mahle pistons.
• This B3 Biturbo is finished in Black Sapphire metallic over a cream Dakota leather interior, and rides on its original 19-inch Alpina multi-spoke alloy wheels.
• Factory-fitted equipment includes electrically adjustable and heated front seats, widescreen iDrive system, cruise control, climate control, automatic xenon headlights, power-folding door mirrors, and a blue-finished Alpina instrument cluster.
• The car is accompanied by the original handbooks and service history, as well as tyre inflator, oil top-up, first aid kit, BMW toolkit, and BMW/Alpina-branded jacket.

CONDITION

• There is no known accident damage. The front bumper was removed and resprayed earlier this year due to stone chips.
• The Black Sapphire metallic paintwork is in excellent condition overall, with some stone chips on the bonnet and wing mirrors commensurate with the age and mileage of the vehicle, alongside a minor imperfection near the driver’s door handle.
• The cream leather interior is very smart. There are minor signs of wear on the steering wheel rim, and some creasing to the leather on the driver’s seat. All of the touchpoints and switchgear are in very good condition for their age.
• No electrical or mechanical faults are present.
• The most recent MOT test under the rigorous Northern Ireland inspection programme was in February 2021, when the car registered a clean first-time pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The car was most recently serviced in February 2021 at 95,100 miles by Roy Haslett Preparations, who replaced the engine oil and filter, front brake discs and all four brake pads, and the associated sensors.
• Prior to this, in November 2019, at 91,231 miles, the six engine coils and two boost solenoids were replaced, and two genuine brand-new BMW turbochargers were fitted by Roy Haslett Preparations.
• In March 2019 at 86,691 miles, an engine oil and filter change was carried out.
• All four shock absorbers were also replaced in 2019.

Dates and mileage:

• Feb 2021 – 95,100 miles
• Nov 2019 – 91,231 miles
• Mar 2019 – 86,691 miles
• Jan 2018 – 79,631 miles
• Sep 2016 – 70,491 miles
• Feb 2016 – 62,023 miles
• Apr 2015 – 56,566 miles
• Feb 2014 – 49,509 miles
• May 2013 – 43,844 miles
• Dec 2011 – 29,146 miles
• Feb 2010 – 13,458 miles

SUMMARY

The Alpina B3 Biturbo blends a sonorous and powerful hand-built engine with a luxurious cabin and purposeful styling to create a distinguished performance car. A rare and sophisticated coupe, offering a compelling blend of pace and refinement, this Alpina would make a fantastic daily driver and a very capable long-distance tourer.

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