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parksie said:
Any Owners have any usefull points good or bad? I've just agreed a deal on a B10 v8 Talk to me
Congratulations, so have I, as it happens! I'm collecting my B10 V8S, this Saturday. Which model did you go for?Good points:
-Uprated engines, suspension, exhaust, gearboxes etc.
-Far classier interior. Ordinary BMWs feel boring and mass-produced in comparison.
-Shocking depreciation in the early years makes them a brilliant buy, especially year 3 or 4 onwards, when they leave the Sytner network.
-Yet to see a poverty spec Alpina. Standard equipment was generous and most were loaded with optional extras.
-Owners swear by the ride and handling of the cars. Perfect blend of sport and comfort, apparently.
-Many were owned by enthusiasts and lovingly maintained.
-Not as common as a BMW, see far fewer on the roads.
Bad Points
-Expensive to insure.
-Expensive to maintain. Uprated Alpina parts are not cheap. Overall running costs fall somewhere between an 540 and M5. The 4.6/4.8 closer to the M5 and the 3.3 closer to the 540.
-Extended BMW warranty not worth the cost, given the recent hikes in premiums of Alpina/M cars.
-Servicing can be an issue. Many BMW dealerships don't see Alpinas too often.
-Those who prefer a visceral, sporting drive should go M3 or M5.
-Harder to sell. The masses don't know the cars and won't pay a premium for them.
Great tips Guys, Thanks.
The car is a 2001 4.6 b10 with 88k Fbmwsh & is in great shape, you can certainly tell enthusiasts were previous owners
I won't be collecting the car till next week so will post pics later.
Roggia, Well done mate , is the S version just the larger engine or?, please post pics.
The car is a 2001 4.6 b10 with 88k Fbmwsh & is in great shape, you can certainly tell enthusiasts were previous owners
I won't be collecting the car till next week so will post pics later.Roggia, Well done mate , is the S version just the larger engine or?, please post pics.
parksie said:
Great tips Guys, Thanks.
The car is a 2001 4.6 b10 with 88k Fbmwsh & is in great shape, you can certainly tell enthusiasts were previous ownersI won't be collecting the car till next week so will post pics later.
Roggia, Well done mate , is the S version just the larger engine or?, please post pics.
The B10 V8S was only produced between '02 and '03. New stuff on the V8S included:The car is a 2001 4.6 b10 with 88k Fbmwsh & is in great shape, you can certainly tell enthusiasts were previous owners
I won't be collecting the car till next week so will post pics later.Roggia, Well done mate , is the S version just the larger engine or?, please post pics.
-New crankshaft which increased stroke, displacement to 4.8l and power to 375bhp
-Stiffer suspension
-Alpina-badged Brembo brakes with drilled discs and 4-piston calipers
-Smaller 3-spoke steering wheel
-Smaller, more discreet boot lip spoiler
The brakes, steering wheel and boot lip spoiler swung it for me and I opted for the V8S. However, in terms of performance there isn't much between the cars until you’re deep into license-losing territory.
I’ll post pics when I get my hands on the car. You can find more information and an owners forum at www.thealpinaregister.com .
parksie said:
Hi Lloyd
Yes ,Drove it home on Friday in the pouring Rain,Lakes of surface water & to make matters worse I lost the nearside dipped beam halfway
so a pretty crap journey.
But she's a Beaut,I've been polishing allday so if tomorrow has good weather I'll post some pics
Good man! I got mine too, so I know how you're feeling. Yes ,Drove it home on Friday in the pouring Rain,Lakes of surface water & to make matters worse I lost the nearside dipped beam halfway
so a pretty crap journey.But she's a Beaut,I've been polishing allday so if tomorrow has good weather I'll post some pics
Roggia
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