Bmw Alpina E39

ALPINA Automobiles based on BMW 5 Series. There is 1 BMW Alpina B10. In fact, Alpina got there first: the E39 540i-based B10 V8 appeared in 1997, and during three iterations (defined by engine developments and the facelift imposed by BMW) production totalled 1497 - including 291 Touring versions, a bodystyle that was denied that generation of M5.

Until the surprising appearance of the BMW E39 M5 at the 1997 Frankfurt Auto Show, the top model of the 5 Series family was the BMW E39 ALPINA B10 V8. For 1999, Alpina updated the B10 V8 with a improved engine which made it slightly more powerful and more frugal. In September 2000, when BMW introduced a face-lifted E39 5-series, the B10 V8 received the same (mostly cosmetic) changes.

2002 BMW Alpina (E39) B10 V8 KEY FACTS This E39-generation BMW Alpina B10 V8 is a solid and generously equipped example of the rare modern classic bespoke performance saloon, offered with two owners from new. The E39 Alpina is a high-performance, luxury-tuned version of the BMW 5 Series (E39 generation), created by the German automaker Alpina. While BMW offered the E39 M5 as its top-tier performance sedan, Alpina provided a more refined alternative focused on grand touring and exclusivity.

Explore the Alpina E39 5 Series Sedan LCI D10 Biturbo 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 detailed specs, including 0-60 mph times, horsepower, and handling data. Get all the Info. 1999 BMW Alpina (E39) B10 V8 Touring KEY FACTS This 1999 BMW Alpina (E39) B10 V8 Touring is a particularly handsome green over cream example of Alpina's refined performance estate; number 143 out of the 204 cars produced and believed to be the only E39 B10 V8 in this colour combination.