ALPINA
A bit of rain didn’t stop ALPINA enthusiasts from attending this year’s Drive Day event held in The Netherlands. It took place at the Zandvoort track, and if that rings a bell, the BMW M2…
Adrian Padeanu / July 31, 2023
ALPINA
In the world of high-performance automobiles, there are a few select manufacturers that have earned a reputation for creating exceptional machines, combining raw power with refined luxury. Among them stands ALPINA, an independent German automotive…
Marc Rutten / July 31, 2023
ALPINA
BMW didn’t follow up on the limited-run M5 E34 Touring with an equivalent E39 although those who wanted a sports wagon had the perfect substitute from ALPINA. The B10 V8 was launched in March 1997…
Adrian Padeanu / July 28, 2023
5 Series
Accompanying the release of the new B5 GT are numerous gems taken out of ALPINA’s own collection to complement the company’s most powerful production car ever. We’ve already seen immaculate examples of the B7S Turbo…
Adrian Padeanu / July 27, 2023
ALPINA
Factory Fresh ALPINA B5 E61 Touring Is A Perfect Sleeper Wagon
by Adrian Padeanu
/ Date: July 26, 2023
5 Series
The BMW 5 Series G30 is going out with a proverbial bang as the limited-run B5 GT is the most powerful car ever launched by the Buchloe-based brand. The niche automaker is celebrating the illustrious…
Adrian Padeanu / July 25, 2023
8 Series
ALPINA did not waste any time in upgrading the BMW 5 Series as even the first-generation sedan received special treatment from Buchloe. One of the rarest iterations of the E12 was the B7S Turbo of…
Adrian Padeanu / July 24, 2023
5 Series
The ALPINA B5 GT stands as the ultimate expression of excellence within the BMW 5 Series at ALPINA, boasting unparalleled performance and exclusivity. This extraordinary vehicle represents a triumph of engineering and craftsmanship, solidifying its…
Horatiu Boeriu / July 21, 2023
5 Series
Historically, BMW enthusiasts from North America have typically received the short end of the stick when their favorite brand introduced a special car. Sometimes it came in a lesser configuration as was the case with…
Adrian Padeanu / July 7, 2023
ALPINA
Performance wagon enthusiasts who can’t wait until 2025 for the rumored return of the M5 Touring already have an excellent substitute in the ALPINA B5 Touring. It’s one of the few cars that truly ticks…
Adrian Padeanu / June 25, 2023
ALPINA
In March 2022, the BMW Group announced plans to purchase the ALPINA brand. However, until the current agreement expires on December 31, 2025, it’s business as usual for the Buchloe-based niche brand. As to what…
Adrian Padeanu / June 22, 2023