[{"id": 16499725, "authorName": "ripper996", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ripper996/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Smokin' hot diggerty dog. Just wow!!!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1735857449, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499728, "authorName": "R0cket7777", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/r0cket7777/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735857474, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499736, "authorName": "shrugsarefree", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shrugsarefree/", "bidAmount": 1, "content": "$1 bid placed by shrugsarefree", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735857540, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16499738, "authorName": "shrugsarefree", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shrugsarefree/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "C\u2019mon, Ol\u2019 Gil needs this one!", "likes": 19, "timestamp": 1735857563, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499744, "authorName": "Braveheart61", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/braveheart61/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Mine mine mine mine mine mine mine", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1735857637, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499747, "authorName": "Kwe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kwe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@shrugsarefree coming in strong right out the gate. That might even be enough to get it done on the first bid.", "likes": 17, "timestamp": 1735857665, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499748, "authorName": "carlo77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carlo77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Perfect early 90\u2019s German muscle. \r\nSo desirable GLWTS", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1735857669, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499750, "authorName": "BRCH1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brch1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love everything about this car.....except the automatic transmission!", "likes": 16, "timestamp": 1735857676, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499775, "authorName": "msteiner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msteiner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "what a special beauty\nif only it had the 6spd Getrag", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1735857839, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499782, "authorName": "rdiamond", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rdiamond/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful design even years later", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1735857878, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499785, "authorName": "TheDubs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thedubs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Giggity Giggity Goo...ALL RIGHT!!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1735857919, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499787, "authorName": "JAXlilbaby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jaxlilbaby/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "crazy car", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1735857929, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499791, "authorName": "PricklyPearAutoClub", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pricklypearautoclub/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow...!! This is -really- special!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1735857959, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499835, "authorName": "alfriedesq", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfriedesq/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Amazing car. I once drove a 850csi. Was a thrilling machine", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735858388, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499839, "authorName": "Thunderboltbuild", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thunderboltbuild/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My wife walked by, pushed her finger in my chest and said \" Don't even think about it\". Not sure if I will listen....", "likes": 23, "timestamp": 1735858423, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499860, "authorName": "DenversAgent", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denversagent/", "bidAmount": 505, "content": "$505 bid placed by DenversAgent", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735858644, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16499867, "authorName": "shrugsarefree", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shrugsarefree/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It was exciting while it lasted. Amazing car. GLWA!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1735858735, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499868, "authorName": "Donhaahr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/donhaahr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hubba hubba hubbba. I know that this car is mint! Norwegian custodian taking care of these cars for +30 years now.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1735858738, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499876, "authorName": "AlohaZ3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alohaz3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Rolling artwork from outside. Lift the bonnet\u2026mechanical artwork on the inside. Stunning 8 Series.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1735858801, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499918, "authorName": "Button", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/button/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hard to be cooler than this in 1992.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1735859395, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499932, "authorName": "92drptop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/92drptop/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is gonna be fun to watch \ud83d\udc4d\ud83c\udffb", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735859552, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499939, "authorName": "bmews", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmews/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Alec, you're outdoing yourself here...and that's not easy to do!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1735859639, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16499990, "authorName": "JeffSilva59", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeffsilva59/", "bidAmount": 1992, "content": "$1,992 bid placed by JeffSilva59", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735860209, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16500013, "authorName": "Cornbread", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cornbread/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Button Hard to be cooler than this in 2025 IMO.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1735860400, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500082, "authorName": "Scott_in_TN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scott_in_tn/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by Scott_in_TN", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735861082, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16500083, "authorName": "96Cruiser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/96cruiser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "350hp at 5300 rpm. I thought it would be much higher.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735861084, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500085, "authorName": "young_guapa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/young_guapa/", "bidAmount": 20012, "content": "$20,012 bid placed by young_guapa", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735861130, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16500101, "authorName": "DrRecklessMD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drrecklessmd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why are the headrests cut out of every shot?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1735861333, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500153, "authorName": "Mark600", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark600/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "350 is a comfortable bump for the 850. This car would be a hoot to drive. It is a GT though, not a sports car. Long legs and smooth power.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1735861997, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500171, "authorName": "letthegypsyhaveit", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/letthegypsyhaveit/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Best Beamer ever made. This should fetch some serious money.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1735862171, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500213, "authorName": "zggs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zggs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Somebody enjoyed this beauty for almost 200k KM..... Im getting used to the red, although not my favorite color in the big GT cars.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735862600, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500242, "authorName": "Lengrep", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lengrep/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "With a V12, I suspect an automatic is just fine...loads of torque and not a lot of spin. But can't say I've driven one!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735862944, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500289, "authorName": "Dean_Laumbach", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dean_laumbach/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very cool and rare e31 Alpina B12 5.0 offered by a seller who is passionate about the vehicles he sells. 2 decade ownership tells the whole story about how this car was loved and enjoyed.\n\nThank you @aleccartio for bringing this car to the US market on the best online auction site for special cars such as this.\n\nBest of luck !!!\n\nBeautiful example.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1735863505, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500303, "authorName": "NineNinetyThree993", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nineninetythree993/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DrRecklessMD The headrests are shown in a few photos. But I could always use more. They are a work of art on their own.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735863685, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500325, "authorName": "nmexmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nmexmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "anybody want to buy a Z8 so I can bid on this?", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1735863871, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500372, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It is with a true pleasure and a heart full of love that I represent this car for you all.\r\nIn the next 9 days, I will load this listing with tons of fun stuff, recent work, history of Alpina and this car, photos and videos as we go. \r\nWelcome to the VERY FIRST BAT, US Soil presented Alpina B12 5.0 coupe. Fully registered and titled, imported and ready to go. The One I auctioned 2 years ago was from abroad. This one only needs a simple title transfer. \r\n\r\nAlpina made 97 of these cars and this is number 11 of 97, certified and original factory car. Those who know, KNOW. They are based on the 850i and are all automatic. Embrace the automatics. The are AMAZING. full of power and torque. Wealthy executives were the original owners of these cars they drove them a lot. \r\n\r\n\r\nSome have asked me for the \"specialness\" of the Alpinas and I will get into that over the week. Please see my film I made about it. I will also upload cold start and raw drive. I waited for Jan second to start this auction so it wouldn't be blended into the holidays. \r\n\r\nRecent work includes\r\nFresh Oil and fluid service\r\n2 new batteries\r\nnew coolant hose\r\nFTP bulb\r\nNew radio with bluetooth casette\r\nMID repair. \r\n4 brand new Michellin pilot sport all season tires. \r\nfresh undercarriage steam clean \r\n\r\n\r\nThese are super rare cars and don't come up for sale often. In Europe they pull very serious money, well into six figures, and then you need to import them too, plus any needed work... here you have it all ready to go. I did the leg work. \r\nIt's been withe me for a year and I enjoyed it, as did its Norwegian owner for 22 years. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nmuch love and respect\r\nAlec \r\n\r\n\r\nPS: I'll post some more headrest photos. There are a few in the gallery.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1735864472, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500455, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fresh steam clean undercarriage photos. part 1", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735865309, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500463, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fresh steam clean undercarriage photos. part 1\r\nThe wet spots are some leftover water drops, not leaks or issues.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735865402, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500472, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just a note. \r\nMost Alpina 5.0's in Europe have some serious miles on them because they are automatics and comfortable. People DROVE them. A testament to the car's longevity. \r\nThis one has been well maintained as you can see.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1735865500, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500513, "authorName": "aloysius3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aloysius3/", "bidAmount": 22000, "content": "$22,000 bid placed by aloysius3", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735865874, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16500528, "authorName": "Mclarenlover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mclarenlover/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by Mclarenlover", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735866026, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16500637, "authorName": "Alpina86", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alpina86/", "bidAmount": 50000, "content": "$50,000 bid placed by Alpina86", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735867286, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16500657, "authorName": "Bua19", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bua19/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m running into some conflicting information. I thought there were only 57 8-Series B12\u2019s (for the 5.7L displacement)? Also, I remember them having a very different intake manifold than the 850i with a NACA duct to cool intake plenum. Also, there were vents on the sides of the hood to further aid the cooling because the engine got so hot. McLaren ran into the same problem when they used it in the F1. Are there any experts here that can help me out?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735867555, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500668, "authorName": "Bua19", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bua19/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oops, just read this is a 5.0 coupe and not the 5.7 B12. Ignore me.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1735867625, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500800, "authorName": "Vlad600sel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vlad600sel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car \nWould have been perfect with a stick imo\nGLWS", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735869445, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500813, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@vlad600sel\nTrust me. This car is PERFECT with automatic. Sticks are overrated. I\u2019d take this any day over a stick. \nI own a 6- speed CSi and a manual 328is, and I say this. \n\nI run a campaign called \u201cEmbrace the Automatics\u201d\n\nTo each its own of course, but 8-series is best with automatic. Heavy GT cars. \n\n\nAlec.", "likes": 13, "timestamp": 1735869691, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500841, "authorName": "tantalic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tantalic/", "bidAmount": 51000, "content": "$51,000 bid placed by tantalic", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735870077, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16500891, "authorName": "ChoonHound", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/choonhound/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Tumescent.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735870730, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500899, "authorName": "mktresearchguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mktresearchguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Was this at the SoCal Vintage in early Nov? Thought I saw it hanging with the collection of 8s.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735870854, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500943, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes. This car was at Socal Vintage.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1735871527, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500957, "authorName": "volvo268", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvo268/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sticks are definitely overrated, it\u2019s just the cry of the macho man- save the manuals, give me a break.", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1735871733, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16500970, "authorName": "mwtcmi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mwtcmi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735872128, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501007, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Folks. \r\nFeel free to message me with any inquiries.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1735872822, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501011, "authorName": "Paschal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paschal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Regardless of it being stick or auto, this is some serious German muscle circa 1992. It's also gorgeous to look at. GLWTS.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1735872867, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501024, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One thing to remember, do not compare today's \"fast, torque and speed\" with what was 30+ years ago. Just like today's car's will be slow in 30+ years. \r\nEven Ferrari's from the 90s aren't fast compared to today's cars. \r\nBut when you drive this in 2024/25, like I have... you get a lot of thumbs up and people asking you questions. Not one day goes by without a recognition.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1735873027, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501070, "authorName": "anthonyjp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/anthonyjp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@volvo268. Manuals are not overrated. There are few things more satisfying while driving than driving a manual transmission car well. Volvo\u2026.", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1735873830, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501084, "authorName": "RSDlugosJr.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rsdlugosjr.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "AGREED! Give me a 6 speed for this type of automobile anyday.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1735873986, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501118, "authorName": "beNGK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bengk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bau19 :\r\n\r\nThe S70B56 in the 850CSi and the slightly enlarged version in the Alpina B12 5.7 share almost nothing with the McLaren F1 engine other than being an aluminum V12. \r\n\r\nNo VANOS, single throttle body per bank, single cam, wet sump. It\u2019s a common misconception but there\u2019s nothing in common other than the bore spacing basically. \r\n\r\nThis car is sweet regardless of the ancestry of the engine and the seller is the preeminent purveyor of the model, can\u2019t see a possible way to go wrong here.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1735874522, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501119, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ferrari and Lamborghini beg to differ on the Manual sympathy", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1735874819, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501164, "authorName": "superjmutt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/superjmutt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This leaves so many boxes unchecked for me: automatic, red in color\u2026.but oh how badly I want it. What a gorgeous beast.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735875192, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501167, "authorName": "anthonyjp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/anthonyjp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ferrari and lambo know modern autos are faster AND car buyers want autos. Drivers like the engagement that a good manual transmission offer between a driver and the machine. On a windy road we don\u2019t care about the fractions of a second that a modern manual offers. We like the rewarding feeling of rev marching etc.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1735875222, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501188, "authorName": "anthonyjp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/anthonyjp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "*a modern auto offers. (Sorry for the late edit)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1735875642, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501253, "authorName": "SVXRide", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/svxride/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So nice that it has obviously been driven over the years! Bravo!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735876835, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501258, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "With respect\u2026\n\nThere are millions of manual cars out there for everyone who wants them to enjoy. I even had a manual 5.7 here a few months ago. No meed to keep repeating that some of you folks love manuals of wish \u201cthat\u201d car was manual\u2026 on all my automatic 8-series auctions. \nI have had plenty of manual 8-series cars for sale here. \nWe all drive in our own lanes as a good car friend says, heading fot the same destination. This one is an automatic fot the automatic lovers. \n\nThank you! Alec.", "likes": 19, "timestamp": 1735876926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501296, "authorName": "GarageSurfer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garagesurfer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I didn\u2019t even know Alpina made these until now \u2026 what a car \u2026. FWIW, and I am a \u201csave the manuals\u201d advocate, I think automatics better suit the Alpina ethos and would happily forego a third pedal here \u2026", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1735877770, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501336, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Alpina factory chose to make their Z8 versions all in automatics too.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1735878635, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501386, "authorName": "Jstyloglou", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jstyloglou/", "bidAmount": 51500, "content": "$51,500 bid placed by Jstyloglou", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735879930, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16501388, "authorName": "trublu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trublu/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! Alec. Are we expanding the elite exclusive US Alpina B12 club. Is this what 5th of its kind in US? Adding new members each year, are we.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735880021, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501409, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@trublu\r\nyes we are sir. I guess fourth or fifth yes", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735880631, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501489, "authorName": "Stentr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stentr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That interior looks flawless.\r\nWould have expected more than 349 hp from Alpina with this engine.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735883166, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501609, "authorName": "MasterDebator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/masterdebator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Amazing automobiles from this seller!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735891472, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501884, "authorName": "SlowNRusty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slownrusty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I absolutely love this car and have been yearning for an E31..especially for something that is unique like this car. It helps that I sold my E24 M6 last week as well...so the funds are close to burning a hole in my pocket.\r\n\r\nI am surprised that Alpina were only able to squeeze 350-hp out of this V12. I think back to when Steve was running Dinan, on their normally aspirated program they could get as much as 440-hp from a bore, stroke, camshaft swap and EFI re-tune. Which was the \"right\" number based on the sheer weight of these cars. He also offered a 6-speed swap option, basically making his own version of the CSi.\r\n\r\nBack to this car, with the auto, I would image it drives like a lightly modified 928 S4 Auto or a stock Auto 928 GTS. Which are fine but no where as engaging as their 3 pedal brothers.\r\n\r\nIt's certainly hard to beat the stunning lines of this car and it makes a \"normal\" 840 or 850 without the body kit, lowered suspension and wheels look quite homely. Goes to show how subtle improvement can dramatically improve aesthetics without having bolting on tacky aftermarket fiberglass.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1735910257, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16501991, "authorName": "Mike_Breinin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_breinin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have never seen an Alpina BMW I did not like, and like more than the \"base\" car they were built on and this is no exception. Power does seem a bit on the low side, considering the engine was apart for the upgrades and it is a V12 of significant displacement. However, we live in a world where people are daily driving cars with more power than a Top Fuel dragster from the early days of the NHRA, so you have to consider things in context. 350 HP was most definitely decent in 1992. A base Corvette had 300 HP in 1992, a Mustang had 225, and a 928 GTS had 335. I am sure it is brisk driving and sounds great. Maybe we will get a better demonstration of such in the form of a different video of the car in action.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1735912027, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16502196, "authorName": "rw10538", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rw10538/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful! Do all of the electronics work including all functions of the trip computer? Sunroof working well?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735914793, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16502776, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely stunning 8-series here, which I consider the E31 to be one of the best looking luxury sport coups ever made and the best looking modern day BMW tied with the M1\n\nAnd yes, I have to admit of fantasizing about a proper manual conversion on this one, but there are definitely those out there that both want a gorgeous automobile like this and need an automatic, nothing wrong with that. \n\nGLWTA to all", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735921221, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16503171, "authorName": "SWBGT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swbgt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning Car ! I would expect no less from Alex.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735924359, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16503491, "authorName": "Knuckles-R-Busted", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/knuckles-r-busted/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The second best pop-up headlight style in all of car-dom. (First being the Nissan Z31.)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735926885, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16503687, "authorName": "Knuckles-R-Busted", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/knuckles-r-busted/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The second best pop-up headlight design of all time.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735927776, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16504613, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good day all and welcome to start of day 2 on our Alpina auction", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1735930572, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16504775, "authorName": "nmexmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nmexmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Knuckles-R-Busted might have an argument for the Porsche 928!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735931014, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16505096, "authorName": "AMG_Fanatic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/amg_fanatic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I literally saw this car a week ago not too far from home while I was running my errands. I pulled up next to Alec at a traffic light and had to give my compliments; the car looked absolutely stunning and I couldn't believe I just happened to see it during my routine drive. \n\nMaybe it was faith telling me to add this to my collection and park it besides my Alpina B3? Alas, I already have too many cars and am trying to downsize. GLWA, this is most definitely a dream car for me and I'll have to import one myself in the future!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1735932101, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16505566, "authorName": "Knuckles-R-Busted", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/knuckles-r-busted/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@nmexmatt I agree that the 928 (and XJ220, Miura with the eyelashes, etc) had unique approaches, but my fav is still the Z31 with the partially exposed sealed beam units, even when closed.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735933736, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16506716, "authorName": "Mark635CSieuro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark635csieuro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes, I second the request for the electronics, and controls, et al, etc.. What is not working, what has been repaired, replaced if info is avail. What does the next owner need to focus on besides driving, if anything. This is a chunk of miles, of course, even if taken care of. thanks.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735937480, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16506747, "authorName": "Mark635CSieuro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark635csieuro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As well, is this car going to pass smog in CA? Will a CA reg work, or do we need to consider other available alternatives. :-)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735937568, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16506792, "authorName": "Mark635CSieuro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark635csieuro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "lastly, and to those serious deep state Alpina owners, will Alpina or other vendor provide the material to restore the seats? Is that possible, or is this absolute unobtanium? thx in advance.....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735937712, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16507498, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "All. I\u2019m on the road for a few hours and will answer all questions as soon as possible. \n\nI have drive and walk around videos too. \n\nThanks \nAlec. \n\nThis is NOT a CA. CARB certified car. Other alternatives are required. Hence why it\u2019s registered in MT. It might pass SMOG, but CARB is a different story. ", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1735940909, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16508056, "authorName": "xDLXSFx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/xdlxsfx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Someone needs to manual swap this properly", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1735946475, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16508385, "authorName": "MickStitch", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mickstitch/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are the wheels original Alpinas or Maxlite reproductions?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735950501, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16508417, "authorName": "Dspoljaric", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dspoljaric/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MickStitch: Maxlite doesn't make repro 18\" wheels for the e31. And, this is a documented Alpina....", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1735950903, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16508614, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The wheels are genuine Alpinas with stamps.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1735953902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16508859, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just took a nice drive with the Alpina to OC to give it to Gary C to check it over and as always, I deliver sorted E31s. Engine performance is stellar. Trans too. I\u2019m surprised how fast this car is 33 years later and keeps up with current cars. Much more so on the freeway. \nI changed the MiD from German to English. All pixels are active. Sunroof operated fine. Gary is checking the tilt for me. He specializes in those. \nThis is an old car and like any old cars, no one knows what it may need in the future. The Norwegian owner and I have made sure it is sorted. \nThe leather is in near perfect condition. I\u2019m not sure why it would need replacing?\nWheels are Original Alpinas. \n\nI took a Euro CSi to pick the Alpina up and took another US-Csi back home to the first Euro CSi and hoped back i to that CSi (tough life I know). My favorite part was the Automatic Alpina part. Haha. Embrace the automatics. Boy are the my amazing and comfy. \n\nI will post a drive video soon. \n\nAlec.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735957547, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16508944, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "All the work done is in my list of comments and listed in the write up of the auction by BAT\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAlec", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735958906, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16509005, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Re-MID. \nIn the past, when I had non-English versions I had complaints about the language issues. So I changed this one to English. If the buyer wants the German one, I\u2019ll swap it back. We can discuss that afterwards. I recommend the English of course.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1735959868, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16509108, "authorName": "eacdmd", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eacdmd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mark635CSieuro : Alpina is very good about supporting their cars. I had custom floor mats made for my Alpina with leather borders. You can customize anything down to the stitching. Of course...it will cost you :)", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1735961841, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16509378, "authorName": "Bimmerwerkz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bimmerwerkz/", "bidAmount": 60000, "content": "$60,000 bid placed by Bimmerwerkz", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1735969915, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16509893, "authorName": "RailGun", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/railgun/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking Alpina, timeless design, GLWTA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1735999139, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16510446, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Raw drive video", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736006470, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16510485, "authorName": "PanteraMike74", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/panteramike74/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The automatic is unfortunate but what a beautiful car.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736006958, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16510732, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good morning folks and welcome to start of day 3 on our Alpina auction\n\n\nAlec.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736009459, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16510841, "authorName": "theforce88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theforce88/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car, good luck.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736010412, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16511324, "authorName": "MARKUS57", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/markus57/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Have a B12 5.0 with a manuell Getrag 6 gear and an adopted Manifold\r\nfrom MK Motorsport. aprox 380 hp. \r\nIt runs almost like the big 5.7 l engine.\r\nClose to 300 km/h.\r\nGreat care.\r\nBuying one of these ultra rare b12 5.0 (97 units) and 5.7 l (57 units) Alpina coupes is a great seldom chance. \r\nYou will not regret buying one and strong rising prices are garanted.\r\nMarkus\r\nHERRSCHING near Buchloe", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736014075, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16511740, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @markus57 for your great comment. I agree.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736015780, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16513365, "authorName": "ripper996", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ripper996/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Give me a GT with an automatic gearbox any day of the week, this one especially. Nice car @aleccartio", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1736026782, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16513836, "authorName": "Bimmerwerkz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bimmerwerkz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These 8-series cars are a real pita to maintain, but an opportunity like this can\u2019t be missed.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736033272, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16514446, "authorName": "Siowner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/siowner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Alpina really puts a lot of thought and effort into their cars. They only made 97 of these cars. These Alpina cars have a nicer look than the regular ones.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736046299, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16514567, "authorName": "wem2697", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wem2697/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don\u2019t see many of these, looks great! GLWTA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736049079, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16514695, "authorName": "CarsintheBarn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carsinthebarn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning piece of automotive history and all out amazing driving machine, I have a 91 850i automatic that I absolutely love and actually drive and enjoy. They are heavy cars both luxurious and sporty so an automatic suits the E31 perfectly and takes nothing away from the driving experience that said there are many cars out there that have a dramatically different feel with a manual that's why everyone needs more than one collector car. Now I just need to get over the feeling that after seeing this one my E31 isn't quite as special as I thought but still love it.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1736052536, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16515308, "authorName": "nmexmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nmexmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "can we please drop the comments about this car being an automatic! These cars were designed for cruising on the autobahn. Most Alpina's are automatics. There is absolutely nothing wrong with this choice. IT'S NOT A MANUAL, GET OVER IT! :)", "likes": 26, "timestamp": 1736088696, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16515417, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good morning everyone and welcome to another day on the auction block with us!\r\n\r\n\r\n@nmexmatt\r\nAMEN!!!!! You win the internet today", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1736090598, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16515841, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I cannot emphasize enough on how rare this car is and how few of them are imported to the US... maybe 3 or 4 plus this one. They mostly exist in long term ownerships hidden in collections nowadays. \n\n\nHere is a film I made about this car when I was in Norway. You'll meet her Norwegian long term owner a well. Closed Captioning is needed. Go to your youtube video settings and choose auto translate to English. \n\n\nAlec", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736096221, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16517588, "authorName": "Donhaahr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/donhaahr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If anyone manual swaps this car\u2026\ud83e\udd22 I had the e46 Alpina B3.3. With switchtronic And the e46 m3 with manual stick. I also have an e31 CSI with a manual (soon coming up here on Bat) \r\nYou can\u2019t and shouldn\u2019t compare the Alpinas with the manual m cars. Or any manual at all. They are a different breed. \r\n\r\nIf I were to keep one car it would be all of them for each of their special characters. They just suit different moods, driving styles and temper. \r\n\r\nYou won\u2019t get everything you are looking for in one single car. Which is why you need at least 3-4 \ud83d\ude01\r\n\r\nWhat an amazing rep. Alec! Awesome to see your tireless work with the 850\u2019s especially. \r\n\r\nGo USA \ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736108119, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16517851, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thankyou @donhaahr", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736112129, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16518311, "authorName": "ATX-Z8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/atx-z8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wonderful and rare car from a trusted seller who knows 850s well. Bonus - it's in the USA and it's an auto transmission. We don't have the the Autobahn, but we do have beautiful highways waiting for a grand touring car like this. GLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736120222, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16518534, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @ATX-Z8", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736124014, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16520247, "authorName": "HatzCB1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hatzcb1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely stunning car, story, and presentation. Thanks for bringing this to BaT for many to see and learn about, let alone bid on, Alec! If I had the means this thing would soon be in my fleet. Best of luck!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736179021, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16520461, "authorName": "nrbrng", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nrbrng/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio \r\nHi Alec. Fantastic presentation as usual. Thank you for bringing this beauty.\r\nAs a long time owner of a fully (self) restored E24 L6 in Zinnoberrot, my taste buds have gone on full alert here. \r\nA couple of questions please.\r\nLove the 22 years ownership. Do you hold copies of repairs/ maintenance items done during that time? Perhaps list some top line examples please? for example, underside looks pretty original with clear mileage expected patina- any bushings/ control arms/ end links, dampers etc renewed?\r\nFuel pumps?\r\nThrottle actuators?\r\nAny ZF trans service- \u2018lifetime\u2019 fluid work?\r\nRotors/pads/MC?\r\nPaint: love 308 Brilliant Rot! Is there a receipt or details for the respray work done- single or two stage/ brand used? How would you gauge/rate the current quality and condition of the paint?\r\nIs the headliner intact and adhered with no bulging at all points especially around sunroof? I don\u2019t see any pics of it. \r\nDid you mange to remedy the sunroof open/ tilt referenced?\r\nYou clearly know these E31\u2019s better than most which feels great as a prospective bidder. \r\nThank you in advance!\r\nCheers, Mark", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736181258, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16521061, "authorName": "Joe-BMW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joe-bmw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful Alpina here as usual, but for the love of god, why do they always have to do the slushbox.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736186511, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16521934, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good day folks. \n\nJoe BMW. They made manuals too. \nWe have already discussed the auto vs manual. Please read below\n\nMark\nThanks for your questions. I have contacted Norway and awaiting answers and will reapond thoroughly laters on. \n\nGary is replacing a couple of the tilt parts and should be perfectly fine. As always. I deliver sorted cars. \nHeadliner was replaced not too long ago in Norway. No bubbles. \n\n\nAlec.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736189641, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16524795, "authorName": "LongDucDong", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/longducdong/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@nmexmatt... no need to harp on the people stating they wished it was manual. Let them have their own opinion. And I happen to agree with them, manuals are the very heart and soul of these types of cars. To disengage the driver from the experience is a sin. Its like buying an F-14 Tomcat just to fly it on autopilot.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736205688, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16526653, "authorName": "classicotol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicotol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have the same car in silver and 6 speed manual, mirrors are different than this one, mine has the M mirrors.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736259134, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16526673, "authorName": "nmexmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nmexmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@classicotol is yours an Alpina? Or an 850?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736259304, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16527574, "authorName": "classicotol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicotol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@nmexmatt Alpina.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736267964, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16528443, "authorName": "nmexmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nmexmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@classicotol I'm totally jealous! Is yours the 5.7?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736273509, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16529100, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good day folks and welcome to another day on the auction block wiht us. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n@nrbrng \r\nplease view the third film on this listing, where the Norwegian owner describes the work over the years. auto translate is available and is super accurate\r\nchoose English at the checkout. lol \r\n\r\n\r\nHere's partial communication via translate with him over night\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nI just called Per Arne and went through the questions.\r\n\r\nAnswers:\r\n\r\nDo you hold copies of repairs / maintenance items done during that time? \r\n: There is a folder with complete service book and manuals. Per Arne says he has a receipt for the respray (cost was around NOK 300.000 / USD 26.500). He will look for this receipt. \r\npaint work was done 2016\r\n\r\nAny bushings, control arms, end links, dampers, etc. renewed?\r\n: Bushings rear replaced\r\n: Control arms replaced\r\n: Dampers rear replaced\r\n: Banjo bolts replaced\r\n\r\nFuel pumps?\r\n: No. \r\nbut Fuel filter replaced.\r\nI, Alec, can attest that the fuel pump and sending work perfectly fine. The car starts on a dime. \r\n\r\nThrottle actuators?\r\n: No. I don't recall. \r\n\r\nAny ZF trans service- \u2018lifetime\u2019 fluid work?\r\n: Yes, oil and filter replaced.\r\nThis was just done now in Los Angles two weeks a go too. \r\n\r\nRotors/pads/MC?\r\n: Rotors and pads replaced.\r\n\r\nPaint: love 308 Brilliant Rot! Is there a receipt or details for the respray work done- single or two stage / brand used? \r\n: Per Arne says he has a receipt for the respray (cost was around NOK 300.000 / USD 26.500). He will look for this receipt. This was professionally done with a two stage painting.\r\n\r\nHow would you gauge / rate the current quality and condition of the paint?\r\n: Alec has to review this.\r\n\r\nfrom Alec \r\n10 out of 10. Not kidding. The paintwork is exceptional. \r\n\r\nIs the headliner intact and adhered with no bulging at all points especially around sunroof? I don\u2019t see any pics of it.\r\n: Complete headliner was replaced. No bulgs \r\n\r\nDid you mange to remedy the sunroof open / tilt referenced?\r\n: This was working fine in Norway.\r\nAlec: I answered this yesterday. \r\n\r\n\r\nSome headliner around the sunroof photos", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736275233, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16529265, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "More recent stamps. \nI will also put together a Cartiologi-in house full invoice and spread sheet before departure, and receipts available for all work done so new owner can have it all under one roof with the car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736275546, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16529491, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Paint Work part 1\r\n\r\nNorwegian owner just sent me these from the paint work in 2016. Great stuff. Glass out paint work.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736276111, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16529597, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Part 2", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736276416, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16529632, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SOME RECEIPTS OF THE PAINT AND BODY WORK \r\n\r\nyou can scan and google translate them. \r\nNorwegian people can translate here for us too thanks\r\n\r\n\r\nAlec", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736276535, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16530057, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Head rests as requested", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736277801, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16530458, "authorName": "classicotol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicotol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Nmexmatt, yes 5.7, I also have a 1994 CSI with only 42k miles, my Alpina has only 39k miles.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736278897, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16531890, "authorName": "nrbrng", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nrbrng/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio \r\nThanks so much for the information and detailed responses. Looks like it\u2019s had good love throughout. \r\nMuch appreciated. \r\nCheers, Mark", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736283801, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16533051, "authorName": "swb911s", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swb911s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This offering is NOT rare, it is Vaporus in the existence of 850's...GLWS Alec", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736292163, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16533739, "authorName": "nmexmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nmexmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "sorry, but Alpinas are in fact rare in the E31 world....especially in the US", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736299292, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16534406, "authorName": "GruppeC956", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gruppec956/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Statement car. Very high \u201cBoss\u201d factor on this Alpina.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1736310847, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16534750, "authorName": "lovealpina", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lovealpina/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You don't know how different behaviour an Alpina has over a flat BMW until you have one on your hands. Stunning car. GLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736337588, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16534842, "authorName": "Thunderboltbuild", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thunderboltbuild/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@classicotol. Let's all hope that if you ever choose to part with your CSI or Alpina that you do it here on BAT. Maybe even with Alec representing them.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736340440, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16535024, "authorName": "classicotol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicotol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Thunderbolthbuild, well, if this one brings what I am thinking then maybe I consider it, I think this one should do somewhere around 120 to 140.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736344401, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16535186, "authorName": "nmexmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nmexmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@classicotol the 5.7 is one car I'd sell my Z8 to get! Love to see your car. I sold my CSi to get the Z8 and I miss the E31!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736346715, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16535414, "authorName": "classicotol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicotol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@nmexmatt, I had 2 CSIs, sold the one with 72k miles back in 2015 and I regret it big time, but hey, life goes on, I never had a Z8 but I can bet it's a fun car to have.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736349684, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16535426, "authorName": "classicotol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicotol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ nmexmatt, I do have a E28 and E39 Alpinas as well but both are Automatic.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736349786, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16535556, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good day everyone and welcome to start of day 6 on our ALPINA B12 5.0 COUPE AUTOMATIC auction. \r\n\r\nEmbrace the automatics\r\nAlec", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736351407, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16536233, "authorName": "Margareth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/margareth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am from Norway and know the seller very well, have been on several trips with him and I don't think anyone in this world has taken better care of their car, lucky whoever buys it, this is gold", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736357313, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16536309, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @margareth", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736358026, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16536328, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Alpina \r\nSunroof operation. \r\ntilt and arms in perfect harmony and working. parts replaced.\r\nGary did his magic", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736358142, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16539199, "authorName": "Akel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/akel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am a proud owner of #45 Alpina E31 B12 5.0 and can\u2019t tell you how much of a great investment it has been since I purchased it 10 years ago.\nThe values of Alpina are always on the rise. I see many comments about the Automatic in this car and yet no one mentions the automatic in the Z8 Alpina. \nAlpinas are set up differently than regular cars and I can compare it with my 850 CSI and they are different ride set ups and comfort. Each car is its own design.\nBest of luck on this special car", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736371939, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16539350, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @akel\nYou\u2019re a special friend and your Alpina is an outstanding car. \n\n\nAlec.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736373189, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16540982, "authorName": "_1headlight", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/_1headlight/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, this goes without saying... what a beauty. Absolute stunner.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736391416, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16545879, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Greetings and welcome to another day with us\r\n\r\n\r\nbelow is translation of the three pages I posted from Norway. A norwegian BAT member was kind enough to reach out and translate them. Thank you very much\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPage 1. 8 lines\r\n\r\n Cabin airfilters\r\n Misc parts sunroof\r\n Rain trim(sunroof?)\r\n Sunroof(3units 975/ea, doesn't make sense)\r\n Gaskets for power steering pump \r\n Remove and overhaul power steering pump \r\n Fluid\r\n Misc sunroof work\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPage 2. 9 lines\r\n\r\n1. Misc parts sunroof\r\n2. Misc parts washer nozzles\r\n3. Misc parts emblem front\r\n4. Rear\r\n5. Plastic glue\r\n6. GIVEN PRICE FOR EXTERIOR PAINT\r\n7. INTERIOR PAINT\r\n8. Window deductible \r\n9. Windshield \r\n\r\nMVA is tax, and yes, 25%.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMessage Body\r\nPage 3. 6 lines\r\n\r\n Misc parts windshield \r\n RH door window\r\n LH door window \r\n Trim, clips and gaskets\r\n Front bumper\r\n Roof trim(rails?)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736453966, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16546084, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sunroof operation and tilt from the inside\r\n\r\n\r\nAlec\r\n\r\n\r\nAs explained by Gary, but now all fixed\r\n\r\n\r\n\"The slide rails and trolleys ( which come with new toothed racks) were replaced. The lift gates (which hold the painted sunroof) were not replaced because they were like new and had no cracks. It\u2019s the gear teeth on the slide rail and the gear on the trolley wheel that get damaged when the system binds. The sliding panel snaps into the toothed racks which opens and closes the sliding panel during tilt operation. The painted sunroof panel will open, tilt, and close, but it\u2019s the stripped gears in the slide rail and trolley that causes the sliding panel problem\".", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736454697, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16546169, "authorName": "Huldra66", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/huldra66/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have had the pleasure driving with mister Per Arne Alpina many time through Europa and Norway , the one getting this car gets a wery well maintained car that has received a lot of love , car has a great and known history and is meant to be driven and enjoyed. Also I understand that the km/miles seems a bit high but for a car of this age its really not many on average yearly and these cars needs some movement to stay healthy , myself have three 8er,s V12 and two with 260.000km , no different to the 150.000km car I have , in short these engines will not easily wear out and have many km/miles in them", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736454988, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16546241, "authorName": "barryf43", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/barryf43/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am also a happy owner of one of these wonderful cars, #81. It's surprising how much of an improvement it is over the 850i, and I love all of the attention it gets whenever I take it out. \r\n\r\nAlec is The Man when it comes to these cars, and I would have the utmost confidence in buying this, or any car, from him.\r\n\r\nGood luck with the auction. Looking forward to an exciting finish!\r\n\r\nBarry", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736455254, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16547347, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you <a href="https://bringatrailer.com/member/barryf43/" rel="ugc">@barryf43</a> and @huldra66 appreciate it a lot. \n\nTo my knowledge, there are four Alpina coupe 5.0s in USA. Numbers: \n11 red\n45 silver \n81 red \n89 calypso red \n\nIf there are others, please share it with us here. \nAll the above are my good friends. \n\n\nAlec.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736458605, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16549582, "authorName": "Norge991T", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/norge991t/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Barry, saw you the other day. Beautiful car. 610 exiting 18th st. These are for sure special cars. To the seller, glws", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736478328, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16550247, "authorName": "tista", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tista/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely gorgeous car. Easily a rest-of-life-GT-car. If this showed up at my cars and coffee, I'd be staggered. A true connoisseur's ride.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736512926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16550967, "authorName": "ZondaClubsport", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zondaclubsport/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello E31 friends! Hope you are all safe from the LA fires.\n\nI have seen this car in person and it is a real beauty! It is very well maintained and the previous owner is clearly a true BMW enthusiast. Even though the mileage is 191k km, this car gives you the feeling that it has only driven around 50k km. \n\nGood luck with the final stages of the auction!", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1736522078, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16552346, "authorName": "Peter_69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/peter_69/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@classicotol \n\nYou have a B12 5.7 E31 - congratulations sir or madam \n\nCan I ask where you are based, are you in the US.\n\n I know the red one that was in CA until recently and my Blue one in Seattle. Did not know there was a silver 5.7 here in the US.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736532247, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16552502, "authorName": "zggs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zggs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Peter_69 You lucky guy to have a blue one. I would be fighting for that one if it appears anywhere. I love this one and Alec but have to pass on red.... I think", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736532668, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16552702, "authorName": "Peter_69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/peter_69/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@zggs Thank you - I feel very lucky to have acquired it. \n\nI owned 8s when they were new, so had always had this dream of one day adding an Alpina 5.7 to the herd. Spent many years building a friendship with the owner before me (he is still a friend) and I was lucky enough when the time was right for him to sell, he was happy for it to have a new home with me. \n\nBut yes, I pinch myself often with many of my cars, especially that one\n\nP.S I actually kinda like the red on these, it does suit the shape, but I understand we are all different - thankfully", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736533407, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16552878, "authorName": "p535benz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/p535benz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Alec, I'm curious why this car is not also showing up in the BMW section? I've heard of this happening before when some peoples BaT links can see cars and some can't. I can only view it from the ALPINA section. Some people might be missing out on this gem! GLWTA!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736533847, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16553036, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good morning all\r\n\r\n@p535benz\r\nNo clue, I do not control the BAT website or how they post/categorize cars etc... \r\nIt has been in the premium section for 8 days now and 30,000 views so far. BAT has advertised it on their social media, car carousel, featured listings and popular auctions section. If a BMW guy missed it with all these tools, I don't know what else do do. Car enthusiasts watch BAT everyday just for kicks. I cannot imagine folks having missed it. \r\n\r\n@zggs \r\nthanks buddy. You bought a red Z4, so you cannot hate red that much. Surely this will go well in the collection. Being such a rare car, any color would do for me on the 5.0 and 5.7. The opportunity of buying an imported one in the US is VERY RARE. All the hard work has been done. \r\n\r\nThank you @zondaclubsport and everyone else for your kind comments. \r\n\r\nAlec", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736534369, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16553055, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Red is striking in person.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736534417, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16553868, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@p535benz\r\nBAT just confirmed this below\r\n\r\n\"Hi Alec,\r\n\r\nThe car is listed under both the BMW and the BMW Alpina make and model pages.\r\n\r\nBest,\r\nBring a Trailer Auctions\"", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736536688, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16553873, "authorName": "zggs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zggs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio No denying it is striking and beautiful and rare. Waiting for another may out live me..... what to do???", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736536704, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16554152, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@zggs go for it brother. Life is too short", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736537498, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16555052, "authorName": "classicotol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicotol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@peter69: Hi there, I am in the US and mine is Silver.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736540452, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16557019, "authorName": "GastonGlock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gastonglock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Top 5 greatest car designs of all time\u2026.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736548119, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16557104, "authorName": "MNajm", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mnajm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any info about the horse power and the torque? For this rare gem \ud83d\udc8e", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736549006, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16557127, "authorName": "cwpost", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cwpost/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I know we have a ways to go here time wise and unfortunately i am not a bidder on this magnificent car but this price needs to start climbing. I've got no skin in the game but this car should sell at a multiple of the current bid. I can't believe how much time was spent over the manual vs automatic debate. It's an Alpina which are traditionally automatic. GLWTA seller. This car is a gem.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1736549228, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16557412, "authorName": "Duck1098fan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duck1098fan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "i wish I was bidding.....my commute from Las vegas to Bend Oregon would be EPIC. What a stunning car, GLWS", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736552582, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16557498, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @bringatrailer for the amazing marketing work you are doing for this special car. It\u2019s everywhere. The love shows. Looking forward to a big day tomorrow.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1736553619, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16558731, "authorName": "Archer1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/archer1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio (The Seller)- Hey Alec, in the post about productions in terms of colors , you mentioned 11 red and 81 Red, what's the difference?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736577625, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16558751, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Archer1 \n11 and 81 are the Alpina numbers. Out of 97. \nAlpina number 11 and Alpina number 81. \nBoth are brilliant red.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1736578851, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16558805, "authorName": "Archer1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/archer1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio (The Seller)- Ah OK, makes sense now. Thx, brilliant E31. \u2764\ufe0f", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736583764, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559178, "authorName": "mrjirey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrjirey/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Saw this car once on a trip I made to Sweden back in the day. Couldn\u2019t stop drooling over it. I was in my B3 at the time and chatted briefly with the then owner. Wish I had a camera to take a photo of the two of them together back then. Any way this is a great example a a rare Alpina.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1736604809, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559209, "authorName": "Brooklynight", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brooklynight/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good morning everone What an amazing find WOW .\r\nUnless I over looked it what is the horse power? On this bad boy and if difference in horse power over 850CSI how much?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736605066, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559313, "authorName": "Donhaahr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/donhaahr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "When is this taking off?\r\nI\u2019m gonna have to bid. We have three for sale in Europe at 180.000euro", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736606398, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559343, "authorName": "bmwjeff", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwjeff/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Those are Alpina Classics, not Softline rims", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736606637, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559407, "authorName": "Doug_ktm", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doug_ktm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How close are you to the fires in Pacific Palisades? Any near term threat to your facilities?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736607385, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559423, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I can't stop clicking on this one just to look to gawk and drool over the pictures again....\n\nthese are magnetically stunning automobiles", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736607742, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559477, "authorName": "calvinhg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/calvinhg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow this car looks amazing for only 60k! Whoever gets to go home with this stunning v12 is starting the year off right. \r\nBAT needs a banner on this page that says \"Your wife called and said its OK\" like they do at RV lots \ud83e\udd23", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736608083, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559699, "authorName": "PhrogPilot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/phrogpilot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m sorry but that\u2019s the driest driving video yet\u2026\ud83d\ude15", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736609882, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559702, "authorName": "4thewin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4thewin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Out of all the auctions live right now I think I have viewed this at least once an hour...such a piece of artwork.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1736609898, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559745, "authorName": "classicotol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicotol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry but if I was the seller, I would have stopped the auction due to the disaster we are facing right now, this is not the right time to sell this rare Alpina.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736610282, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559761, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good morning everyone and welcome to the final hours of our Alpina auction. \r\n\r\nPlease feel free to message me with any inquiries. \r\n\r\n@doug_ktm My cars and this one are not near the fires in any shape of form. They are under ground. This one is in Orange County at the moment. \r\n\r\n\r\nA small change on the car. \r\nA note from Gary C and Tony \r\nThe original Euro BMW Bavaria C Business Professional RDS audio system has been repaired and reinstalled. It works perfectly and has been set to USA radio tuning. In addition, all pixels of the MID (Multi-Information Display) work and the messages have been set to display in English, 12-hour clock, and date in mm.dd format.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n****", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1736610430, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559773, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@classicotol\r\nI have no such power over BAT. If that was the case, they'd need to stop all auctions. \r\n\r\nI don't know what to say. It's life. What can we do.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1736610552, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559801, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The C33 radio wasn't working properly with the RDS Bavaria setup by the way. It's a very unique setup", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736610815, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559894, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@brooklynight\r\n\r\nB12 5.0\r\nAlpina introduced a grand touring alternative of the B12 5.0 in 1990, based on the E31 8 Series' 850i and the later 850Ci models. It was introduced a few months after the introduction of the 850i.\r\n\r\nNotable mechanical changes include higher compression Mahle pistons fitted to the engine, along with larger intake valves, modified cylinder heads, a new exhaust system, and a modified Bosch Motronic ECU. These modifications allowed the engine to have a power output of 257 kW (350 hp) at 3,500 rpm and 470 N\u22c5m (347 lb\u22c5ft) of torque at 4,000 prm. The engine's red-line was increased to 6,400 rpm. The B12 5.0 was only available with a 4-speed ZF 4HP24E automatic transmission. The transmission was modified electronically for improved gear changes. Other mechanical modifications consisted of new springs and Bilstein shock absorbers.\r\n\r\nExterior wise, the car was fitted with the Alpina 17-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels and a front spoiler with special paint choices along with optional Alpina pinstriping. The interior was customised to the customer specifications and contained a wide range of options with Alpina instrument cluster and badging being standard. The cars had special Vehicle Identification Numbers for easier recognition.\r\n\r\nPerformance figures include a claimed 0-97 km/h (60 mph) acceleration time of 6.4 seconds, 0-100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time of 6.8 seconds and a top speed of 280 km/h (174 mph). Only 97 cars were made before the B12 5.0 was succeeded by the B12 5.7 in 1994.[6][2][7]", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736611593, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16559939, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@PhrogPilot \r\nLOL. \r\n\r\nCorrection. Mine is the second driest one yet. Driest one is the guy with the Porsche 911 who drove his car from beginning of his drive way to the end and back and turned the car off, walked over and turned the camera off. \r\nI'll settle for the silver medal\r\n\r\n\r\nHave a good day my friend. Be safe\r\n\r\nAlec", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736611922, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560047, "authorName": "son71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/son71/", "bidAmount": 64000, "content": "$64,000 bid placed by son71", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736612762, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560078, "authorName": "JpRocketship", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jprocketship/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car. It\u2019s hard to believe that this car is 34 years old, has 120K miles on the clock, and looks this good. Great find.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736613011, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560124, "authorName": "sculptrock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sculptrock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"Top Shelf\" somebody is in for a treat later today. Open up the fun coupon fault and spend them on this Beauty...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736613375, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560210, "authorName": "classicotol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicotol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don't know what to say man, but if this car was mine, I wouldn't accept anything less than 120, and still not happy, I had an offer of 200 grand for mine.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736614036, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560217, "authorName": "cfbasilio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cfbasilio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking car!! Best of luck for bidder and buyer!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736614075, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560316, "authorName": "sluis333", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sluis333/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Truly a timing issue. Similar auction a couple years ago on an Alpina with 130k, this one is nicer in many ways. Big difference was the reserve on the 22' auction. I hope for the seller that some folks are waiting until the end to show their guns, because we're looking at the steal of all steals around this price.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736614944, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560370, "authorName": "sculptrock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sculptrock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I suspect that there are some serious sleepers lying in the bushes waiting to bid on this very rare car. The mileage makes for some guilt free driving.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1736615049, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560373, "authorName": "Mark635CSieuro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark635csieuro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Will this pass CA smog? Thx", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736615065, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560451, "authorName": "YGOSLO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ygoslo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I thought BaT was a family friendly site! This is bordering on soft p0rn! Gorgeous!", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1736615642, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560471, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Smog has not been attempted in CA @mark635csieuro\r\n\r\nthe cats are the same as other cars", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736615785, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560498, "authorName": "Mark635CSieuro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark635csieuro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "aleccartio (the seller) so do you have a good faith expectation that it would pass?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736616024, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560515, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Mark\nIt will need to be CARB'ed, not just smoged. \nPlease message me privately to discuss.\n\nMontana has beautiful nature I hear", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736616164, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560537, "authorName": "mtut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mtut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why is the bid not higher on this? I would think it should be double where it is now", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736616288, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560552, "authorName": "CSM1234", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/csm1234/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mtut\r\nMany BaT auctions don't really get started until the final few minutes. This one could very well do the same.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736616407, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560560, "authorName": "e34nut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/e34nut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mtut- Everyone is just waiting for us to throw the hat in the ring I guess...tempting but I think the pro's are just waiting in the high grass, ready to pounce soon...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736616434, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560608, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mark635CSieuro \nLegally... \nI heard some people get the emission stickers, smog the cars and pay a dmv referee to inspect the car and sign off, get CA plates. \n\nI have not attempted that since I do everything in Montana for all my private cars and call it a day. To each its own.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1736616793, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560651, "authorName": "DenverSandDancer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denversanddancer/", "bidAmount": 64500, "content": "$64,500 bid placed by DenverSandDancer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736617063, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560669, "authorName": "johnnyferrari", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnnyferrari/", "bidAmount": 65000, "content": "$65,000 bid placed by johnnyferrari", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736617163, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560682, "authorName": "mantonakakis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mantonakakis/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Re: the commenters decrying \u201conly 350hp?\u201d This engine is based on the 2-valve M20 as far as I know, so 350hp is quite respectable.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736617271, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560684, "authorName": "ESQL88427", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esql88427/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Really nice Bimmer V12, I mean B12 hot rod here. GLWA.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736617308, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560686, "authorName": "Peter_69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/peter_69/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@classicotol \r\n\r\nThank you for confirming it is here in the US - hope to say hello one day, as mentioned mine is Seattle area", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736617316, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560701, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Folks. The final minuets here.\r\n\r\nPlease be sure to refresh your pages prior or during bidding.\r\nFinal 2 minutes resets the clock if you bid.\r\n\r\nPlease be sure to follow the BAT post auction and purchase rules. This is a NR auction and highest bid takes this rare beauty home. All inspections are due before the end of auction and NOT post auction, per BAT rules! \r\n\r\nHere are the BAT Rules.\r\nhttps://bringatrailer.com/how-bat-works/#post-auction\r\n\r\nIt has been a pleasure hosting you this week. \r\n\r\n\r\nto the best of my knowledge, only four 5.0 coupes have been imported to the US. This is a rare gem indeed. One of only 97 cars in the world.\r\n\r\nThanks\r\nAlec", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1736617444, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560716, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@classicotol\r\nWhat is the mileage on your 5.7 if I may be bold and ask please?\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAlec", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736617547, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560734, "authorName": "DenverSandDancer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denversanddancer/", "bidAmount": 65500, "content": "$65,500 bid placed by DenverSandDancer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736617666, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560740, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Please be sure to have good wifi. Don't trust your phones. LOL \r\nI have seen folks lose out on cars due to poor connection\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAlec", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736617705, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560752, "authorName": "Alpina86", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alpina86/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That's how I won my Land Cruiser, low reload on the other bidder!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736617776, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560753, "authorName": "mtut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mtut/", "bidAmount": 66000, "content": "$66,000 bid placed by mtut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736617778, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560756, "authorName": "e34nut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/e34nut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mtut - NICE!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736617800, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560763, "authorName": "mtut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mtut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This can sit next to my yellow one", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736617841, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560766, "authorName": "Peter_69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/peter_69/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mantonakakis\r\n\r\nThese are absolutely sublime to drive and no buyer of this is seriously looking for quarter-mile times against today's supercars :-) In the day, the set up and BHP was enough to make it stand out as a very special automobile only available to the very wealthiest clients. I dare to say, it stands out even more now", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736617867, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560774, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "California buyers\r\nDon't let this super rare beauty get away. There are always ways to register it. Where this is a will, there is a way. \r\nMontana, Oregon, Nevada and Arizona have beautiful natures. LOL \r\nCalifornia is possible too.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736617909, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560781, "authorName": "e34nut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/e34nut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mtut - love to see a pic of that, not sure I've seen one of these in yellow. What is the BMW shade?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736617925, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560783, "authorName": "swb911s", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swb911s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No Lutefisk here.... this beauty from Norway is the real and impossibly rare deal.......GLWS", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736617932, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560785, "authorName": "DenverSandDancer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denversanddancer/", "bidAmount": 66500, "content": "$66,500 bid placed by DenverSandDancer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736617958, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560796, "authorName": "mtut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mtut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Or not", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736617996, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560807, "authorName": "mtut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mtut/", "bidAmount": 67000, "content": "$67,000 bid placed by mtut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618047, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560814, "authorName": "993dz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/993dz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am closely watching the last minutes as I can't participate due to the lack of time and hoping it goes completely out of my price range so that I dont have regrets", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618074, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560818, "authorName": "PuristMiami", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/puristmiami/", "bidAmount": 75000, "content": "$75,000 bid placed by PuristMiami", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618085, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560830, "authorName": "swb911s", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swb911s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ahhhh, the lurkers emerge.......", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618120, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560832, "authorName": "Alpina86", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alpina86/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well done Purist", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618140, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560836, "authorName": "olpitcher", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/olpitcher/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful, rare, and-- as with all things Alpina-- inherently stimulating. Should be a good next few minutes!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618149, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560840, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@993dz\r\nYou are here and only 4 minutes left. How is that lack of time? \r\n\r\n\r\ninstead of commenting, please bid. haha. jk", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618157, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560842, "authorName": "boreilly84", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boreilly84/", "bidAmount": 76000, "content": "$76,000 bid placed by boreilly84", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618183, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560843, "authorName": "mtut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mtut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ouch. Out", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618193, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560849, "authorName": "nrbrng", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nrbrng/", "bidAmount": 80000, "content": "$80,000 bid placed by nrbrng", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618213, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560854, "authorName": "boreilly84", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boreilly84/", "bidAmount": 82000, "content": "$82,000 bid placed by boreilly84", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618236, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560855, "authorName": "Alpina86", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alpina86/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That was my top end, it's nice to see it moving\ud83d\udc4d\ud83c\udffd", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618237, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560869, "authorName": "sculptrock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sculptrock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Show Time, let's see the LUV...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618273, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560872, "authorName": "e34nut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/e34nut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I hope this goes to a big Alpina enthusiast and not a Dealer...no offense to the Dealers.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1736618283, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560881, "authorName": "SlantedShanty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slantedshanty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "she's a 'bute Clark", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618310, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560886, "authorName": "PuristMiami", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/puristmiami/", "bidAmount": 86500, "content": "$86,500 bid placed by PuristMiami", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618326, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560893, "authorName": "boreilly84", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boreilly84/", "bidAmount": 87500, "content": "$87,500 bid placed by boreilly84", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618355, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560894, "authorName": "nrbrng", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nrbrng/", "bidAmount": 90000, "content": "$90,000 bid placed by nrbrng", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618358, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560924, "authorName": "Mustang15", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mustang15/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Vitamin B12 supplements ain\u2019t cheap.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736618460, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560929, "authorName": "PuristMiami", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/puristmiami/", "bidAmount": 92800, "content": "$92,800 bid placed by PuristMiami", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618468, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560944, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Refresh refresh", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618519, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560947, "authorName": "swb911s", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swb911s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "N\u00fcburgring is in it win it.......", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618526, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560949, "authorName": "ESQL88427", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esql88427/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Trivia. It was painted in a down draft spray booth. Photo #349. The jets in the corners of the back walls are air blowers to dry water-based base-coat paints. They blow air on the applied finish. It probably has water based base coat. We have that in the US in some states for VOC compliance...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618536, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560955, "authorName": "nrbrng", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nrbrng/", "bidAmount": 93500, "content": "$93,500 bid placed by nrbrng", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618561, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560959, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunningly gorgeous", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618567, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560964, "authorName": "sluis333", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sluis333/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This auction v. ravens Steelers. Most exciting part of my day", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618597, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560967, "authorName": "ESQL88427", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esql88427/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like $100k is coming up soon...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618607, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560969, "authorName": "PuristMiami", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/puristmiami/", "bidAmount": 95000, "content": "$95,000 bid placed by PuristMiami", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618616, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16560975, "authorName": "Mustang15", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mustang15/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Rolling in my 5.0. Oh wait.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736618628, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560987, "authorName": "Flyinghye", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flyinghye/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I wonder what it would bring if it had low miles", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618658, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560989, "authorName": "92drptop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/92drptop/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I thought we would be WELL into 6 figures by.now", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736618664, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16560997, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can't believe this one is a No Reserve sale", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736618697, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561001, "authorName": "ZFirst1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zfirst1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In the time it took to update my credit card info so that I could bid $88,888, we are now at my limit of $100,000 including BaT fee. \ud83d\ude14", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736618708, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561003, "authorName": "RustyX007", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rustyx007/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don\u2019t let the dealer win", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736618711, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561005, "authorName": "nrbrng", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nrbrng/", "bidAmount": 96000, "content": "$96,000 bid placed by nrbrng", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618727, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16561006, "authorName": "3Pedalonly", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/3pedalonly/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"I wonder what it would bring if it had low miles\"\r\n\r\nLess pleasure to prior owners...", "likes": 28, "timestamp": 1736618730, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561018, "authorName": "olpitcher", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/olpitcher/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Hoppy18. This is what you need, Louis! Meditate upon this one!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618758, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561021, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Dealers are humans too. Show some love. He is probably an enthusiast buying for himself or a client.", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1736618768, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561024, "authorName": "sluis333", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sluis333/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@3pedalonly except this auction", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736618777, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561035, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "May the best man win", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736618812, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561041, "authorName": "nmexmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nmexmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "no way this goes for less than 6 figures! I should have robbed my savings account to get this!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618836, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561042, "authorName": "Cornbread", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cornbread/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Most dealers are humans. I've met a few that are questionable though...", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1736618838, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561046, "authorName": "e34nut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/e34nut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio - we are all wishing you and the new owner of this beautiful creation the best buddy!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736618846, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561048, "authorName": "nrbrng", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nrbrng/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 1/11/25 for $96,000 to nrbrng", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618849, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 16561043, "authorName": "Alpina86", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alpina86/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Dealer would be kinder than me! I buy them to drive them", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736618851, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561053, "authorName": "nmexmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nmexmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "stole it", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618864, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561052, "authorName": "Seamzer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/seamzer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats nrbrng!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618864, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561054, "authorName": "Flyinghye", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flyinghye/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You\u2019re right at least this car was driven and enjoyed it\u2019s sad to see cars such as these with extremely low miles", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736618866, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561056, "authorName": "RustyX007", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rustyx007/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats!! Super cool car", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618867, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561064, "authorName": "Buze_Fall", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buze_fall/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice car ! Congratulations to Nuerburgring !)\r\n\r\nPlease bring more of these cars to auction", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618890, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561068, "authorName": "Cornbread", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cornbread/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well done. Enjoy the fine ride!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561072, "authorName": "Akel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/akel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Shocked, what a steal. Congrats to the buyer.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1736618907, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561074, "authorName": "erdkuckuck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/erdkuckuck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "congrats from another alpina", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618917, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561075, "authorName": "DenverSandDancer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denversanddancer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations nrbrng", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618921, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561076, "authorName": "mtut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mtut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice. Enjoy. These are so smooooth.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618922, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561079, "authorName": "CajunSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cajunss/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If only my B3 were worth this!! Congrats!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618937, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561081, "authorName": "swb911s", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swb911s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As a lowly 840 owner in Oregon, I hope to see this around...Congrats Ring", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736618939, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561086, "authorName": "Kevin7777w", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kevin7777w/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations \ud83d\udc4f\ud83c\udffb beautiful car", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618946, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561095, "authorName": "Alpina86", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alpina86/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats, enjoy the Alpina as you see fit!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618980, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561098, "authorName": "EleanorTheDog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eleanorthedog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Strong money but what a car!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736618989, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561105, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats @nrbrng\r\nwell done. thanks purist Miami for bidding\r\n appreciate it\r\nThank you all the bidders\r\n\r\nI'll be in touch soon\r\nAlec \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAnswer to the low mile question. It would be double this for low mile.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736619006, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561119, "authorName": "sculptrock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sculptrock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sweet!!! Congrats @nrbrng your in a very exclusive club..", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736619051, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561124, "authorName": "92drptop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/92drptop/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Excellent purchase, CASH is King \ud83e\udd34", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736619071, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561143, "authorName": "GreaserGeezer1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/greasergeezer1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@nrbrng- Congrats, and a shameless plug for https://bavarianautoclinic.com/. The owner is a young (21) guy named Graydon Croft, and I just sold him my five e31s and a mountain of parts.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736619156, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561145, "authorName": "mtut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mtut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@34nut. Dakar yellow", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736619168, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561188, "authorName": "nrbrng", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nrbrng/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio Thank you for representing this and also to Per Arne for being such a good custodian. \r\nRest assured, she\u2019ll be driven and enjoyed alongside my e24 (The Red Peril), and nice 97 993. \r\nAlex. I\u2019ll be in touch. Thank you!", "likes": 14, "timestamp": 1736619394, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561290, "authorName": "Cornbread", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cornbread/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GreaserGeezer1 Interesting link to the shop, I may try him out with some mystery problems with my E24.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736619789, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561550, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just spoke with the new buyer and what a great guy and enthusiast. It's going to a great home. Per Arne and I are happy with the results and new custodian. Per Arne's and new Custodian's hearts are in the right place and that's all that counts. \r\n\r\nI'm happy as well. \r\n\r\n\r\nAlec", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1736620686, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16561970, "authorName": "classicotol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicotol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio: mine has 39k miles.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736622195, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16562321, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A 5.7 in Silver with 39k miles is worth close to 300 @classicotol\r\ndifferent breed than the car I just auctioned. \r\n\r\n\r\nAlec", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1736623384, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16563395, "authorName": "GaAlpinaowner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gaalpinaowner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Crazy...stole it . Congrats", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736631421, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16564362, "authorName": "Hoppy18", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hoppy18/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@olpitcher: Thanks for the tag...I had not seen this gem.\n\nIn our \"relationship\"...YOU are the BMW guy!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736647291, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16564774, "authorName": "GlennD46", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/glennd46/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats to the buyer and seller. It is great when both are happy. Beautiful car but I cannot imagine the maintenance costs.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736658861, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16564987, "authorName": "PWR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pwr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car and congratulations and there is no maintenance cost if driven regularly. Mine has 90k miles and it is a charm to drive it nearly every day. Maintenance cost is only when they sit otherwise they are very low maintenance.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736681364, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16564991, "authorName": "Fortis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fortis/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A third pedal would have made it complete.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1736681615, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16568900, "authorName": "Peter_69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/peter_69/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@classicotol \r\n\r\nAny chance on knowing which number of the 57 it is ? \r\n\r\nIt's just so interesting that another 5.7 has slipped in and is I presume in CA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736723506, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16569331, "authorName": "HankLloydRight", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hanklloydright/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio -- any upcoming auctions or leads for a manual blue/grey 850 or CSi? I'm still regretting not bidding on C00892 when you had it up for auction in 2022. :(", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736731230, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16569392, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@hanklloydright\r\nI do yes. I have a gorgeous Orient Blau on Two tone silver gray with 46-48K miles coming up spring. Absolutely gorgeous car. Standby. It's a Euro 850CSi. Rejuvenated. It'll stir up the pot.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736732115, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16569441, "authorName": "HankLloydRight", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hanklloydright/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you!! Will be watching closely. Best to you and everything you do for this community.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1736733000, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16569444, "authorName": "aleccartio (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you Hank", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1736733017, "type": "comment"}]