1997 BMW Alpina B10 V8 |

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1997 BMW Alpina B10 V8

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£7,950

Mileage84,233
TransmissionSemi-Auto
Engine4.6L
LocationBridport

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1997 BMW Alpina B10 V8

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Introduction

Matt Nolan

Professional Consigner

This car really stands out in a sea of high-mileage and potentially abused examples in the marketplace.

If you’re looking for an original and well-cared for example then this has to be the car for you. Here at Trade Classics, we are big fans of the Alpina B10, as Kulraj owns one too. In fact, he’s had it for over 6 years and has done over 70,000 miles. Out of all the cars in his collection, it is the one he is most connected to and loves to drive it whenever he can.

Flip the semi-automatic gearbox into manual mode, and you can have some fun and feel in control on the twisty country lanes too. The car presents itself in great condition for its age and mileage.

Harvey has priced this car very competitively as we know we are going to find it a great new home.

This auction listing was written from information supplied by Matt after meeting Harvey the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

Harvey, a local boat enthusiast from Bridport, has owned the car for 7 years with his wife, Debbie.

As a secondary car they have embarked on trips to Scotland on holiday and to London, to see their daughter at University.

Please watch the ‘meet the owner’ video to see Harvey drive the Alpina around his local area.

Harvey and Debbie will be sad to see this lovely car go that they have enjoyed since moving from Dubai, and now the time is right for them to find the vehicle a new owner, and spend more time on their boat. Included with the sale will be a very relevant registration of B10 BOV, the company of course founded by Burkard Bovensiepen.

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Exterior

There’s no doubt this car looks awesome in its original Alpina Blue, together with those stunning Alpina Softline wheels. Please make sure you take a look at all the images and videos in this listing – we think it will be very difficult to find such an original example in this condition.

Wheels and Tyres

The car is fitted with good condition and original Alpina Softline wheels and 265/35/18 on the rear (Sunny) and 235/40/18 on the front (Dunlop) – please take a look at the images to see the full condition.

Bodywork

This car looks very good in terms of both rust and rot upon our usual visual inspection – considering the car is now over 22 years old and in original condition. We noticed a small area within the seam of the boot lid that would benefit from being remedied soon. Please check out the images and videos to see the detailed condition of each body panel.

Paint

The Alpina Blue paint looks to be in the largely original condition as can be seen in the images and videos. The only small areas to note are a slight scratch on the NSF door that has been repaired with touch up paint, light scratches on the bumpers, a very small area of paint crazing on the rear boot and stone chips in line with the mileage of the car. We like to see this as it really shows how original this car is – these can all be easily remedied by the new owner.

Glass and Trim

The front windscreen looks to be original as you can see signs of stone chips and slight delamination in the corners. You’ll also notice the windscreen surround rubber has perished in places and needs replacing. The rest of the car’s glass and trim looks to be in good condition and please check all the images and videos to see for yourself.

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Interior

The original interior is still looking beautiful – this is an elegant Alpina that feels timeless in design. The overall condition of the interior is very good and shows very little, if any, wear and tear. Please refer to the photos of the interior to grasp a better perspective for yourself, you won’t be disappointed.

Seats and Carpets

The seats and carpets are in very good condition – the leather seats show very little wear and tear. The driver’s seat is in good condition with its bolsters still intact. The finish is what you would expect from a beautiful car this old. The carpets have been covered with Alpina matt meaning the original carpets have been preserved since Debbie and Harvey’s purchase of the car in 2012.

Dashboard

The gauges and dashboard are in very good condition. With the classic gauges that most of us have loved over the last two decades, accompanied by the excellent condition of the dashboard, the wooden trim around the interior adds a bit of class and elegance that you only get with cars of this quality.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

The gear stick seamlessly takes the wooden trim down the centre of the car furthermore adding to the style of this stunning machine and has stayed in excellent condition since its creation. The Alpina modified steering wheel brands the car off as you would expect with modified cars and is in good condition.

Mechanics

A calm ‘Gentlemen's Express’ when cruising, but as Harvey shows when you want to put your foot down this car will really take you places, he even starts recalling a time his wife out-performed an M5 on a long stretch of road. We won’t tell if you don’t.

Engine and Gearbox

Alpina is known for their dedication to ripping that original engine out and modifying it to any petrolhead’s wish list. The 4.6L engine is very smooth on the road meaning long car journey’s are tranquil. However, Harvey has predominantly used this car for short pleasurable rides in Dorset and the ‘On the Road’ video has some great clips in there showing the full capabilities of the engine.

Suspension and Brakes

There were no knocks or rattles on the drive out. Please watch the video to see the car accelerating, steering and stopping. German manufacturing never seizes to amaze us at Trade Classics and this stunning Alpina is no exception.

The Drive

A smooth comfortable ride on different types of the road with no cause for concern.

Electrics and Other

Harvey assures us assured that everything works as it should do, from gauges to the central locking system, the only thing to note is that the drivers side electronic adjustment for the mirror doesn’t work, the passenger side works fine along with the power folds on both.

History and Paperwork

The car comes with an extensive history file of previous MOT’s and receipts that help substantiate the mileage, along with the service book – all of which are included in the images below.

The car is showing just over 84,233 miles as of 16.10.2019.

Service Summary
15.10.2019 – 84,229 (MOT)
24.07.2017 – 84,097 (MOT)
24.03.2016 – 81,801 (MOT)
11.08.2014 – 81,788 (MOT)
06.08.2013 – 81,748 (MOT)
20.07.2012 – 81,134 (MOT)
15.07.2011 – 80,086 (MOT)
08.08.2008 – 78,402 (Service)
10.10.2006 – 68,623 (MOT)
09.10.2006 – 68,608 (Inspection)
12.10.2005 – 60,781 (Service)
14.05.2004 – 50,707 (Service)
11.09.2002 – 40,312 (Service)
27.07.2001 – 31,689 (Brakes)
08.08.2000 – 25,121 (Service)
28.04.1999 – 17,329 (Inspection)
10.03.1998 – 8,450 (Service)
03.07.1997 – 1,514 (Running In Check)

HPi Check Results
– HPi clear – a new HPi check will be actioned and supplied by us.

Key Details

ModelB10
TransmissionAutomatic
Reg. Date13.06.1997
CC4619
Mileage84,233
HistoryGood
ColourBlue
Interior ColourBlack
Interior TrimLeather
Chassis #WAPBA46L17AF30087
MOTYes - Exp. Oct 2020
MOT ExemptNo
Road Tax ExemptNo
HPi ClearYes - Checking in Progress
Former Keepers8
Tyre BrandSunny / Dunlop
LHD or RHDUK RHD
VisitedYes
Sale TypePrivate
Owned7 Years
Key FeatureCondition

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11 Comments

TCH911

5 years ago

Hi Harvey, why is the chassis number scrubbed out, and replaced on the front suspension tower? Thanks

Kulraj Salh

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TCH911

5 years ago

Hi TCH911, the reason it is scrubbed out is because it is an Alpina. Might sound strange, but the way it works is;

1) BMW produce a 540i, with their own VIN.
2) BMW send that car to Alpina
3) Alpina customise the car with the larger engine, suspension updates, gearbox etc
4) Alpina scrub out the old BMW chassis number, and produce a new Alpina one

This is because Alpina is considered a manufacturer in its own right, not just a tuning house.

Hope that helps!

Allen Wheway

5 years ago

The last MOT had a few “advisories”, could you clarify as to have any of these been rectified ?

Kulraj Salh

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Allen Wheway

5 years ago

Hi Allen, good to talk to you on the phone just now. As discussed, the advisories have not been rectified.

tim aber

5 years ago

Hi,

A few more questions please:

Is this the S model, i.e. Brembo brakes?

What is the condition of all 4 discs and pads?

What has happened to the 4.6 badge on the cam cover? Would you have to take the cover off to fix.

I notice in the video that you did not check the oil, when was it last changed and has the cam belt been changed recently.

Many thanks
Tim

Max

tim aber

5 years ago

S models are all facelifts. The badge looks like it has ‘fallen in’ to the engine cover to me.

tim aber

Max

5 years ago

Hi Max,

So is this a facelift model?

Thanks
Tim

Max Williams

tim aber

5 years ago

No, not a facelift. I’m not sure the E39 is a car for you if you don’t know this (no offense intended). Not sure on the seller either if they think the car has a cambelt or that 11 year old oil is OK.

Harvey S

Seller

tim aber

5 years ago

Hi Tim
Regarding S model and Brembo brakes – don’t know but has recently passed its MOT
The badge has dropped on one side, this looks like an easy fix.
The oil was charged during the last service in August 2008 and has not done the mileage to warrant another change. Viscosity looks good.
Cam belt – we don’t know.
Harvey

tim aber

5 years ago

Hi Harvey,

Is there any service history past 2005 please? Also do you know who could replace the window seal.

Best
Tim

Harvey S

Seller

tim aber

5 years ago

Hi Tim
Service history – answered above.
Window seal – BMW dealer, or a windscreen replacement company. I wouldn’t think this would be a problem.
Harvey

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