[{"id": 3544038, "authorName": "92Defender", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/92defender/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning - I'm in love", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1565786446, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544043, "authorName": "Christiaan67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/christiaan67/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by Christiaan67", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565786531, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3544045, "authorName": "ChoonHound", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/choonhound/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "More detailed pics please! (Kidding)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1565786548, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544049, "authorName": "nola_soldier", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nola_soldier/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by nola_soldier", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565786706, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3544059, "authorName": "Bumpo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bumpo/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by Bumpo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565786979, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3544066, "authorName": "mr.russky", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr.russky/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm also in love. Everything besides the projected price is perfect.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1565787173, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544121, "authorName": "SlowNRusty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slownrusty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To most people this is an old BMW.\r\nTo the rest of us, we will geek out for the next 7 days!", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1565788257, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544124, "authorName": "JCox", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jcox/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My first BMW was an ascot grey 1981 528i. It was a great car, still miss it. While that was great, this one is at an entirely different level, it's utterly fantastic. Arguably the best sedan available in the world in 1981.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1565788291, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544133, "authorName": "Mojave", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mojave/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Those seats are amazing, very 80's-tastic!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1565788522, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544170, "authorName": "AlfaZagato", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfazagato/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "25/50 rear wheels? I think my bicycle has a wider tire.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1565789266, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544172, "authorName": "tpaz198", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tpaz198/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As someone who's into old BMWs, I think this takes the cake over any of the old E30 M3s and E28 M5s you see on this site. Absolutely stunning. Also, I love those gauges!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1565789404, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544196, "authorName": "105allday", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/105allday/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Executive Summary: Everything says Alpina on it, and that is a good thing. \r\n\r\nHot!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1565789696, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544198, "authorName": "gobears", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gobears/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car is absolutely stunning. Nothing beats a vintage Alpina. \r\nGLWA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565789708, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544315, "authorName": "s52z3mc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/s52z3mc/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by s52z3mc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565792085, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3544316, "authorName": "s52z3mc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/s52z3mc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Drool. What a stunner.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565792108, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544391, "authorName": "M54sam", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/m54sam/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Dial a \u201cgrenade\u201d knob, dogleg 5spd, I\u2019m absolutely in love with this one..drove a replica of this exact car for 7 years in my 20\u2019s... I have always wanted a real one..... seller, I have 2 911\u2019s I\u2019ll give you a choice of???? ?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1565793529, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544432, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yup..Just when you think you\u2019re all full-up on BMWs!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1565794290, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544447, "authorName": "rivertown", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rivertown/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "photo 120 should be the interior of an e12 enthusiast's coffin to rest in peace and happiness for eternity", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1565794593, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544531, "authorName": "3Pedalonly", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/3pedalonly/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm gonna commit an act of heresy here by stating that while I LOVE this car, I do not at all like Alpina body graphics and rear spoiler\r\n\r\nOn the other hand, the interior is beyond fantastic", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1565795960, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544571, "authorName": "thisoldcar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thisoldcar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "License plate = OG ALPINA\r\nWell-played.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565796442, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544694, "authorName": "meatlobez", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meatlobez/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Test drove the new M340i was ready to purchase straight cash. Electric steering was horrible. Way too disconnected from road. Walked out of dealer. I'm doing something the wide will hate and going after this big time.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1565799067, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544703, "authorName": "leadphut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/leadphut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just start the bidding at 30k.\r\n\r\nGood luck to all parties.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565799343, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3544835, "authorName": "Mike_Breinin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_breinin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is it just me, or does it seem that almost every Alpina that comes up here was originally sold in Japan? \r\n\r\nAnother really cool piece of history here. Would most definitely love to own this.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1565801601, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3545047, "authorName": "ibchumpy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ibchumpy/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by ibchumpy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565804703, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3545293, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The tire size typo has been fixed - thanks for the catch @AlfaZagato !", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565806660, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3545551, "authorName": "BBash", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bbash/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The font on the graphics on the rear quarter panels of this B7 Turbo are so 1981 groovy. To think, BMW/Alpina would make that choice back then puts a smile on my face and makes me wish for 1981 again. \r\n\r\nBest sedan of this era, ever. A movie should be made around this car.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1565808062, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3545830, "authorName": "tpaz198", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tpaz198/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Also, let's talk numbers shall we? 300 hp and 340 lb-ft of torque? This thing must be a monster!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565809722, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3545936, "authorName": "Octanehead", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/octanehead/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow. This car is in outstanding condition. What an iconic beauty. @Seller: Do you have any information why the Alpina invoice shows a black leather interior for this car and it now has a cloth / velour interior? \r\nGLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1565810533, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3546101, "authorName": "CajunSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cajunss/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Whoever buys this may want to update the listing on Alpina Archive:\r\n\r\nhttps://www.alpina-archive.com/?p=18190&nmt=B7-Turbo-251", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565811850, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3547330, "authorName": "David_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/david_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bringatrailer, those seats are made by Scheel, not Recaro.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1565819023, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3547390, "authorName": "georgew2002", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgew2002/", "bidAmount": 15500, "content": "$15,500 bid placed by georgew2002", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565819446, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3547489, "authorName": "surfwagon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/surfwagon/", "bidAmount": 15750, "content": "$15,750 bid placed by surfwagon", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565820519, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3547683, "authorName": "Jcm72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jcm72/", "bidAmount": 20000, "content": "$20,000 bid placed by Jcm72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565824567, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3547722, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @David_P - the seller stated they were Recaro and we are confirming with them now. Appreciate the heads up!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565825518, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3547760, "authorName": "Bimmerphile", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bimmerphile/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@meatlobez - I wouldn't even waste my time test driving anything they currently make. Find a nice example of something older (I have an e39 and an e34 DD), become comfortable with regular maintenance, and drive it with a smile.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1565826389, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3547765, "authorName": "Bimmerphile", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bimmerphile/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There should be a place where you can pay to take cars like this for a spin. I love it, it's not something I need to own, but boy oh boy would I love to take it for like a 20 minute drive.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1565826538, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3547825, "authorName": "meatlobez", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meatlobez/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bimmerphile currently I own an E90 335i, still runs and drives really well but I maintain it and an indie shop, The Bimmer Shop on LI. It's got 149K and yeah, I've never owned a car that long but I just hate the new ones. The steering, the chassis. It's like they got taken over by Ford or something.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1565828895, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3547861, "authorName": "ChoonHound", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/choonhound/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mike_Breinin - because in the 80s when the Japanese economy was booming they bought lots of European tuner cars in left hand drive, took good care of them, and with the 25 year rule are easily imported here.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1565829933, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3548016, "authorName": "ibchumpy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ibchumpy/", "bidAmount": 22000, "content": "$22,000 bid placed by ibchumpy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565834213, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3548072, "authorName": "schnell540", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/schnell540/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Will the car be at Legends of the Autobahn? My 1981 B7 will; hope to see it there.....", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1565835930, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3548319, "authorName": "Mr_Persnickety", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr_persnickety/", "bidAmount": 30231, "content": "$30,231 bid placed by Mr_Persnickety", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565850116, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3548338, "authorName": "JDellaB7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jdellab7/", "bidAmount": 34567, "content": "$34,567 bid placed by JDellaB7", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565853140, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3548339, "authorName": "JDellaB7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jdellab7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seats are funky but the car is gorgeous and whoever wins will be lucky to own it, this is a piece of BMW history!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565853401, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3548378, "authorName": "Alpinafan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alpinafan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "An incredible interesting unit from the very last Alpina E12 ever built! Those cars, believe me (I own myself an E24 Alpina B7 Turbo Coupe from 1978), are really a rocket. If you turn the 'Dampfrad' to adjust the Turbo boost to the top position, you will never forget it. It is a turbo from the '70s pushing from zero to hundred in seconds.\r\n\r\nLet me add some info I missed in the description, but visible in the trunk's pictures: the car mounts an extra tank to increase the gasoline capacity up to 107 liters. \r\n\r\nThe only wrong point, but quite easy to solve, is the rear lettering. You only need to put the right 'Alpina' and 'B7 Turbo' badges.\r\n\r\nAmazing car and very well listed. Congratulations to the new owner", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1565864046, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3548602, "authorName": "IUsedtoLoveBMWs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/iusedtolovebmws/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, this is cool. Question for the experts: Is that an unusually large drop in horse power from the rated (300) to current at-the-wheels (230)?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1565874770, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3548698, "authorName": "Alpinab7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alpinab7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@David_P absolutely Scheel seats", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565876776, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3548870, "authorName": "RoverMartin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rovermartin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I just bought a pair of Scheel-Mann seats for my Defender 110! Super comfy.\n\nIncredible looking B7.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565879621, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3548956, "authorName": "mrjirey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrjirey/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This identical car was sitting next to by B3 on the dealer showroom when I bought it back in the day. Wish I had kept my B3 and wish I had bought the B7 too.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565881118, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3549154, "authorName": "russelc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/russelc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@IUsedtoLoveBMWs yes, these drivetrains are power hogs and and use anywhere from 16-22% power drain for the crank power. Its also unclear if that power rating from Alpina SAE net or raw engine power(no accessory's). Plus, dyno wheel readings can be all over the place in one test, but that # of 230whp is a reasonably accurate # for all I know about turbo vintage BMWs, this one running 3.0L and target boost of ~12.5PSI. My Dinan E28 turbo makes ~310whp at a full bar of boost on a M30b34.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565884382, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3550161, "authorName": "IUsedtoLoveBMWs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/iusedtolovebmws/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you, @russelc.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565896327, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3552858, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bimmerphile Hagerty is trying this with their new \"driveshare\" service. I have a couple of my cars listed on the site, where renters and owners are vetted very well and of course insured very well..\r\n\r\n I have a gentleman from France coming to my place next Friday to take an E46M3 Cab out to explore Western Oregon for the day. It's not a big money maker, yet, but I wanted to dip my toes in these waters and see about developing sort of a \"car-lover's Bed and Breakfast\" concept in the future. Some of the best driving roads around are, luckily, right out at the end of our driveway and I enjoy sharing some experiences. And cars..", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1565968714, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3553098, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Speaking of HP drain/robbing from powertrains..\r\n\r\nThis rear end diff cooler and pump is about the niftiest thing I've seen in a long long time..", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1565972921, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3553593, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pictures of this car being shown in Monterey have been posted, enjoy!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1565979112, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3554571, "authorName": "Uk215m3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/uk215m3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Museum piece", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1565985916, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3555102, "authorName": "Cos270", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cos270/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, that diff cooling setup is just awesome. Best engineering piece I've seen all week.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1565989767, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3555525, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "AWESOME ALPINA!!! I love the color! What is it? Scheel Seats. I always used Scheels in my race, and rally cars. Plenty of Stonk. Dog leg box. Diff cooler. Just everything about this B7 is fantastic. And being sold by one of our favorite Dealers. No problems here. A complete package that you can out, and terrorize any vehicle on the road. German Muscle Rocks!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1565994246, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3555601, "authorName": "meatlobez", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meatlobez/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Man, I remember when I test drove this generation 5-series, obviously not an Alpina, but a 533i I believe it was? All I remember is that orange fan blade, the tick of a Swiss watch under the hood, and man that thing was just an event to drive. Wish I bought it.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1565996923, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3555840, "authorName": "schnell540", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/schnell540/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Parked next to this car at Legends today (you can see my silver B7 in the pictures of the car being shown in Monterey). Color looks better, deeper, in person. It presents very well, a lovely looking and sounding car. I imagine the winning bidder will be pleased....", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1566004796, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3556447, "authorName": "Uk215m3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/uk215m3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just noticed the dyno chart, running very lean for one of these.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566046988, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3556653, "authorName": "Geoffrey_Isabelle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/geoffrey_isabelle/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nothing constructive to add except for my declaration of love for this car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566053705, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3557068, "authorName": "Markos", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/markos/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bringatrailer,\r\n\r\nAbout the seats. See the Model: SCHL in pic 141...\r\n\r\nhttps://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/1981_alpina_b7_turbo_15651342241a27f6228ba3MoreDetails-15.jpg", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566069401, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3557540, "authorName": "Bluesky", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluesky/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is it possible to get the fabric for the sheal seats if it was in need of re upholster? They look to be in good shape but wondering if available.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566093853, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3557544, "authorName": "memorymachines", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/memorymachines/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Owned a B7 before... but never a manual. Someone is going to he very happy!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566094057, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3558383, "authorName": "Alpinafan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alpinafan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi @Bluesky, no, no way to get this fabric anywhere. But, as you said, the seats looks to be in a reasonable condition, so it will not be necessary to replace it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566157072, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3558845, "authorName": "Marineuro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/marineuro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fabric is available", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566187467, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3558846, "authorName": "Marineuro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/marineuro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fabric is available. it has been re produced by a private person and is near spot on.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1566187527, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3560409, "authorName": "Tom_MoPar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tom_mopar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "DreaMW", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566243565, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3560516, "authorName": "Azar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is the seller @DSFM2005 away? Tried to contact him today no response so far.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566244423, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3561623, "authorName": "Brad53", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brad53/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I sold cars at a gray market dealer in the 80s. Among many beautiful cars for sale was a B7 Coupe 5 speed. The variable turbo boost knob was, and still is, one of the coolest Items I\u2019ve seen in any car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566255954, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3562222, "authorName": "Getragwerk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/getragwerk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WOW WOW WOW. Be still my beating heart. Z8s may come and go in a plethora of comments along the lines of \"this gauge here seems correct, but this screw under the glovebox should be a Philips panhead, not a flat one\" and \"there were exactly 3 AlpinWeiss cars, this must be a repaint\", and VW Things may be sold for $30K+ around these parts, but this car... THIS is as close as they come to the absolute dream. *** SIGH ***", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566274303, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3563786, "authorName": "BMWpilotPoland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwpilotpoland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have copied some technical stuff guys. \r\nThe B7 was the world's fastest 4-door car when it was introduced. at the IAA 1978. It's still very fast by today's standards. At first the car was called 530 Turbo but Alpina soon changed the name to B7 Turbo.\r\n\r\nENGINE AND GEARBOX\r\nThe engine is based on BMW's 3.0 litre six. But it's not much left of the standard engime. Alpina fitted a KKK (Kuhnle Kopp und Kausch) 27 turbocharger with a maximum boost of 0.85 bar. Boost is adjustable between 0.55 bar and 0.85 bar, in terms of power between 250 bhp and 300bhp. Tourque has increased to 462 Nm. To handle the greater power of 5- speed Getrag manual gearbox developed for the E23 745i is fitted.\r\n\r\nSUSPENSION/BRAKES/WHEELS\r\nThe suspension is uprated with Bilstein springs units, progressive springs and adjustable stabilizers. The original brakes are replaced by new bigger discs, ventilated all-around. The Alpina aloys are 16in high with 205/55 tires at front and 225/50 at rear.\r\n\r\nINTERIOR/EXTERIOR\r\nInside, the seats are replaced by deeply countured items, which is manufactured to Alpina's specification by Scheel. All instruments have been replaced with special Alpina gauges which have red needles. There are also gauges for turbo boost level, oil pressure and oil temperature. Other changes are leather covered steering wheel, the shift knob, a left foot dead pedal and Alpina variable boost control located between the front seats. The visual changes are not many. The B7 had Alpina's striping, but that was no-cost option, front and rear spoilers and, of course, Alpina wheels. The B7 is also little lower than a standard 5-Serie due to the revised suspension.\r\n\r\nPERFORMANCE\r\nThe B7 Turbo is a very fast car, even by today's standards. In Auto Motor un Sport's test, the B7 accelerated from 0-100km/h in 6.1seconds, 0-160km/h in 13.8, 0-200km/h in 23.5 and had a top speed of 250km/h. Even a BMW M5 3.8 will have problems to outrun it.\r\n\r\nPRODUCTION\r\nBetween December 1978 and February 1982 a total of 149 cars were made.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566325909, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3563809, "authorName": "BMWpilotPoland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwpilotpoland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "462Nm of torque! My E39 B10V8 has 470Nm and was produced almost two decades later :-D", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566326033, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3565128, "authorName": "Defender405", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/defender405/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I keep clicking over to this car, at $35K+ it's way beyond what I can justify but just looking at the pictures makes me want one. I have even been trolling through the cars for sale sites for normal e12 5 series cars. Damn this is pretty.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566335689, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3565487, "authorName": "FlatsixSC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flatsixsc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Owned a 75 e12 with stroker 3.8L however the B7 was always the one that really impressed me with its low-end torque. Beautiful example of a rare, desirable model. Will be exciting to see where this heads.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566340392, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3565989, "authorName": "montreal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/montreal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Octanehead The Black Leather interior is the door panels...Alpina description seems correct.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566354807, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3565990, "authorName": "montreal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/montreal/", "bidAmount": 40000, "content": "$40,000 bid placed by montreal", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566354829, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3566373, "authorName": "PatoL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/patol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car is a very relevant piece of the motor industry history. The fastest sedan when launched and an extraordinary example of super German engineering. These cars already range in price between US 70 K and US 100 K in Europe, what we should expect to continue rising given that only 149 were produced. Its brother, the E24 B7 Turbo is already well beyond the US 100 K , with some examples today in the market in the vicinity of US 200 K", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566389301, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3566413, "authorName": "bradyzq", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bradyzq/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Haven't read comments all the way to the first ones, so apologies if this has been mentioned before, but the car is running too lean based on the dyno sheet. Probably just a tweak is needed, but it's worth mentioning. Undoubtedly it would help the power numbers a bit too.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566390718, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3566530, "authorName": "Poldi24", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/poldi24/", "bidAmount": 42500, "content": "$42,500 bid placed by Poldi24", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566393905, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3566532, "authorName": "Poldi24", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/poldi24/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "i love the Registration plates :-)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566393933, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3566819, "authorName": "fcort7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fcort7/", "bidAmount": 45000, "content": "$45,000 bid placed by fcort7", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566399936, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3566835, "authorName": "VolvoguyKC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoguykc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "wow. Talk about rare. This thing is awesome", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566400118, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3566895, "authorName": "DeTomasoman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/detomasoman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've got an e12 M535i and I can tell you that these cars are awesome! I can only imagine what an Alpina edition is like. Great car! Good luck to all bidders!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566401261, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3566919, "authorName": "DSFM2005 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dsfm2005/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you BaT for another great listing and to the entire community for your comments and bids! \r\n\r\nWe had a great time showing this great Alpina B7 Turbo to many enthusiast in Monterey and got to put some solid miles on it. Will fine tune upon arrival back to our shop before sending it off to its next caretaker! \r\n\r\nBeing huge BMW aficionados ourselves we have enjoyed owning this great example and have learned a lot about the Alpina cars and their importance. An E12 B7 Turbo in this kind of honest condition and with great documentation is a rare occurrence. \r\n\r\nWe have enjoyed speaking and emailing with many of you. Please feel free to contact us via the contact seller button. We are here and happy to help.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1566401653, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567034, "authorName": "Houndstooth901", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/houndstooth901/", "bidAmount": 49000, "content": "$49,000 bid placed by Houndstooth901", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566403727, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567044, "authorName": "fcort7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fcort7/", "bidAmount": 52000, "content": "$52,000 bid placed by fcort7", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566403941, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567071, "authorName": "gcrcentral", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gcrcentral/", "bidAmount": 52500, "content": "$52,500 bid placed by gcrcentral", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566404476, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567085, "authorName": "fcort7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fcort7/", "bidAmount": 55000, "content": "$55,000 bid placed by fcort7", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566404721, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567112, "authorName": "gcrcentral", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gcrcentral/", "bidAmount": 55500, "content": "$55,500 bid placed by gcrcentral", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566405134, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567181, "authorName": "fcort7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fcort7/", "bidAmount": 58500, "content": "$58,500 bid placed by fcort7", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566406013, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567203, "authorName": "Houndstooth901", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/houndstooth901/", "bidAmount": 60000, "content": "$60,000 bid placed by Houndstooth901", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566406272, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567212, "authorName": "fcort7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fcort7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have seen this car. It is stunning. Love to have it in my personal collection", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1566406335, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567291, "authorName": "DSFM2005 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dsfm2005/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DeTomasoman - E12 M535i ???!!! Hmmmmm, that is a rare club to be a part of on this side of the pond! Amazing cars!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566407554, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567299, "authorName": "meatlobez", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meatlobez/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow 60K - I think that's a testament to how horrible modern BMW's really are. I'd take this over a new M anything.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566407680, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567307, "authorName": "DeTomasoman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/detomasoman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DSFM2005 - Thanks! Yes, the last I knew there were only 14 of them in the US. Mine was semi-restored (new paint, interior, fenders, front air dam, etc) back around 20 years ago, but it now needs rear shock towers before I put it back on the road. Great car!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566407873, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567311, "authorName": "ZENWERKS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zenwerks/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This will take care of a lot of sports sedans on the street today.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566407971, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567320, "authorName": "DSFM2005 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dsfm2005/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DeTomasoman - I think mine (not for sale) makes #15!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566408111, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567322, "authorName": "TJP_77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tjp_77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WOW!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566408135, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567336, "authorName": "WheelerDlr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wheelerdlr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@meatlobez long way to go most lilkely. @bringatrailer previously sold an E24 from Canada for $92k and RM has one upcoming for $140-160k est. in Auburn. The whole yountimer thing is apparently a movement. \n\nThis looks like a nice and correct example.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566408391, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567353, "authorName": "SlowNRusty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slownrusty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still geeking out over this.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566408581, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567355, "authorName": "2953cc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2953cc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yep, still quite a ways to go.. Value wise, I'd consider these the 3.0L 930 of Alpinas. Performance wise, they were actually quicker than the Porsche.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566408587, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567365, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@WheelerDlr the movement, IMO is all about the ability for youngtimers to have some collectible BMWs (just one brand) that is unique and different looking yet have some future (or current) collectible value..BUT this is an example that isn't going to be driven out on the street on a regular basis. I'm guilty of that myself-get a rather collectible and rare model and then not be able to drive on a very regular basis, lol. \r\n\r\nThis, though, is a true museum piece to drive on special occasions. There are plenty of young and old BMW lovers alike that will gladly spend as much on this as a moderately cool newer M-version, even and it's money in the bank.\r\n\r\nDouble bonus!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566408745, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567399, "authorName": "SSQUIRE77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssquire77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can you drive this Alpina across the country and / or frequently for medium trips or should it be preserved for very special ocassions?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566409037, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567407, "authorName": "bmwperformance", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwperformance/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I drive my Alpinas to places like walmart, home depot, church, ect... Nobody knows what they are so it is kind of funny to me. @DeTomasoman put me down for an e12 M535i if I am not on your list.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1566409118, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567440, "authorName": "Ochsensepp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ochsensepp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I do the same with mine and right, bmwperformance, nobody knows what they are...\nRegarding the B7 Turbo: Be aware not to park it too long - the Pierburg Injection parts\ncould dry out, seriously. Good luck!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566409512, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567466, "authorName": "DSFM2005 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dsfm2005/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As always should the winning bidder need assistance with national or international shipping we have great contact and are happy to assist with logistics. \r\n\r\nThank you ALL once again for the great commentary and bids. \r\n\r\nYour Friends, \r\n\r\n@DSFM2005", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566409876, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567479, "authorName": "fcort7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fcort7/", "bidAmount": 65000, "content": "$65,000 bid placed by fcort7", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566410078, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567499, "authorName": "Houndstooth901", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/houndstooth901/", "bidAmount": 69000, "content": "$69,000 bid placed by Houndstooth901", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566410261, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567501, "authorName": "pinshaw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pinshaw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So glad there wasnt a BAT when I was shopping for a BMW forever ago. Found my E34 M5 traded in at a Dodge dealership with 21k. Story went that the owner had an 8 series he drove all the time and only used the 5 to get to his airplane. It was red n fit my kids n was solid, so I bought it. Only later did I find out it was one of 2 factory built cars to showcase the 93 updates. Thats its own story. So many stories go with that car. This is so cool, I cant even imagine not driving it, definitely have grown on me, much as I love my E34. When you truly connect with a car, its deep. But that only happens when you experience it in all its glory, n parked in the living room just isnt what its meant to do. Hopefully this gets enjoyed on all levels, should be an amazing amount of fun.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1566410276, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567503, "authorName": "bleeder", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bleeder/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Who is going to ride this Unicorn into the sunset today?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566410282, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567507, "authorName": "Pashainsert", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pashainsert/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I don't see why someone should be worry about driving this car. I actually prefer this BMW instead of the E46 with low mileage...\n\n\n\nhttps://bringatrailer.com/listing/2004-bmw-m3-36/", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566410349, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567508, "authorName": "4dalailimo4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4dalailimo4/", "bidAmount": 70000, "content": "$70,000 bid placed by 4dalailimo4", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566410362, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567511, "authorName": "ZENWERKS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zenwerks/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'd take this over a newer bmw any day of the week.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1566410382, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567512, "authorName": "fcort7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fcort7/", "bidAmount": 75000, "content": "$75,000 bid placed by fcort7", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566410385, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567516, "authorName": "Houndstooth901", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/houndstooth901/", "bidAmount": 77777, "content": "$77,777 bid placed by Houndstooth901", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566410416, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567517, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just for the record, I'm certainly not saying \"don't drive it\"..I'm saying I'd drive it with a little bit of discretion ;) I mean it's a 75,000$ car at this point. And a very rare one at that...Oops, a 77,777.00 car", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1566410435, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567518, "authorName": "fcort7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fcort7/", "bidAmount": 78500, "content": "$78,500 bid placed by fcort7", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566410454, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567519, "authorName": "prsncat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/prsncat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have been watching this auction with interest. I once owned 1981 B7S #13.\r\n\r\nSomeone mentioned whether or not they used their Alpina as a daily driver. The PO and I both drove the B7S as if it was a daily driver. My daily driver at the time was a 1964 Porsche 356SC & the B7S was the backup driver when the 356SC was in the shop.\r\n\r\nI bought the B7S after falling in love with the European Car magazine Barnyard Bimmer (BB). Jay used to pick me up in the BB for BMW CCA San Diego chapter meetings. The BB and a 3.0SI owned by another member are the reason why I love older BMW sedans so much.\r\n\r\nI would love to have another B7/B7S. Yet, I do own the BB today and get incredible satisfaction driving it on weekends. It's definitely not a daily driver. :-)\r\n\r\nGLTWA to the seller and an early congratulations to the new owner.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1566410473, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567527, "authorName": "4dalailimo4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4dalailimo4/", "bidAmount": 80000, "content": "$80,000 bid placed by 4dalailimo4", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566410569, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3567530, "authorName": "eima77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eima77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Best To Seller and All Bidders \r\nBeautiful Alpina, Pleasant auction and comments \r\n\u263a\ufe0f", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566410592, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567534, "authorName": "CrockerNut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crockernut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oh those tricky snipers! :/", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566410618, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567535, "authorName": "DSFM2005 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dsfm2005/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great value!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1566410619, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567538, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great Alpina", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566410636, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567540, "authorName": "DSFM2005 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dsfm2005/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don't lose it!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566410640, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567550, "authorName": "4dalailimo4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4dalailimo4/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 8/21/19 for $80,000 to 4dalailimo4", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566410692, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 3567552, "authorName": "bleeder", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bleeder/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well done.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1566410710, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567551, "authorName": "eima77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eima77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@CrockerNut\r\nThere's NO sniping on BaT", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566410710, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567557, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There are no snipers on BaT..reason #347 why I love this format! Also..Wow, that was a quiet ending! But the bidding happened prior. Fun to watch!\r\n\r\nCongrats to @4dalailimo4 I'm so jealous", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566410759, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567559, "authorName": "ZENWERKS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zenwerks/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats @4dalailimo4 No doubt a great value! Thanks @DSFM2005 for bringing this beauty to US!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566410784, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567563, "authorName": "DSFM2005 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dsfm2005/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That hurts but congrats to the winner. More great cars to come!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566410795, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567561, "authorName": "SILOmike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/silomike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nicely done. As one of those few E12 M535i owners, I lusted after this to add as a stablemate. But alas, not possible today. Well bought and sold.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566410825, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567569, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Big difference between last minute bidders and sniping\r\n\r\nSniping can only occur with a defined time limit which is not BaT\r\n\r\nShould be a banned word on here :)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566410851, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567611, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DSFM2005\r\n\r\nGreat car & auction - well done", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566411102, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567643, "authorName": "CrockerNut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crockernut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Chill friends... The sniper comment was sarcastic as the winning bid was placed with the clock at about 3 seconds.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566411303, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3568048, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great Auction. Congrats to buyer and seller.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566413844, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3568093, "authorName": "flipwils11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flipwils11/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DeTomasoman I counted a few years back and there were about 20 E12 M535i's in the US including 2 cars that were pre-production Motorsport prototypes. Not all are on bmwmregistry but most are. Since that count I've discovered or heard of 3 or 4 more. We had 5 of them at 5erfest 2007\n\nhttp://e12m535i.com/Events/5erFest2007/E12_M535i_pics/CIMG1068.JPG", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566414183, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3568235, "authorName": "Parataxic_Distortion", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/parataxic_distortion/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning example! Congratulations to buyer and seller. Viva First Fives!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566415092, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3568287, "authorName": "E12Lover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/e12lover/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Excuse me while I pick my jaw up off the floor... :D", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566415635, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3568555, "authorName": "DeTomasoman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/detomasoman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@flipwils11 - That's awesome! Still a pretty rare car! My local BMW dealer once told me that \"BMW never built any E12 M535i's\"! Imagine his surprise when I took him outside to show him mine! He still didn't believe it until I showed him the badge under the hood. BTW- the black one in the picture looks a lot like mine!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566417739, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3569443, "authorName": "GaAlpinaowner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gaalpinaowner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Welcome to the club...Congrats to new owner", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566423716, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3569684, "authorName": "OttoB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ottob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Did not see that coming - last month, a genuine B9 3.5 \u201conly\u201d mustered a $29K bid max. here... This one no doubt more than doubled that but uncertain as to the wide discrepancy in bids/value?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566427606, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3569899, "authorName": "russelc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/russelc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@OttoB because a 300hp turbo E12 is alot more desirable than a NA 3.5l car, easy to see.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566433188, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3570067, "authorName": "bmwperformance", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwperformance/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Welcome to the club from me also. :)\r\n\r\nhttps://i.ibb.co/8DMNJD0/8.jpg", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566437458, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3570140, "authorName": "KevinR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kevinr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely beautiful! Congratulations to the buyer!\r\n\r\nDo my eyes deceive me, or does this car have two 205/55s on the left side and two 225/50s on the right side? (pics 53 thru 56)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566439634, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3572618, "authorName": "Alpina23", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alpina23/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@prsncat I have B7S Turbo #23 in Washington state. I had an accident that left me paralysed so it seemed like a good time to go through the car and freshen it up then decide if I keep a car I can't drive or let it go.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566504684, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3572746, "authorName": "BillyBtii", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billybtii/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That was a B8 that got bid up to $29.5, different car... different reasons why. A B9 would do significantly more, both in The E28 body would. I like the E12, but don\u2019t see the preference over the E28, but to each his own. Just look at the past Sotheby\u2019s Auction from Paris of the recent Alpina\u2019s.... they are all desirable. I\u2019m finishing my 1981 B9 E28 currently, I wouldn\u2019t even let it go! I think this was a decent buy.... congrats! It doesn\u2019t look like it needs anything...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566505922, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3582770, "authorName": "BMWpilotPoland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwpilotpoland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Alpina23: I'm very sorry to hear that... But if you're thinking about selling you can PM me with some details.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566849628, "type": "comment"}]