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- Mon Apr 22, 2024 8:48 pm
- Forum: ALPINAs for sale
- Topic: D5 S
- Replies: 13
- Views: 402
Re: D5 S
I am pretty sure they did not bring a G31 D5 touring to the UK market at all They didn't, wanted one but they were not imported so went B5 instead. Apparently the 4th Turbo charger gets in the way of the steering gear on RHD cars. I believe our RHD version of the D5 G30 makes less power than LHD ve...
- Sat Apr 20, 2024 1:29 pm
- Forum: ALPINA Buying Advice
- Topic: Did Alpina change the V8 in the F10/F11 B5 (and other Alpinas?) when BMW changed it in BMWs?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 63
Re: Did Alpina change the V8 in the F10/F11 B5 (and other Alpinas?) when BMW changed it in BMWs?
Have a look here, you might gleen some information. https://thealpinaregister.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=24985&hilit=Parts#p207655 Potted history of the N63 below. First generation of the N63 engine (N63B44O0) was produced from 2008 to 2014, and was used in models such as the 550i, 650i, 750i, ...
- Tue Apr 16, 2024 4:30 pm
- Forum: General ALPINA Forum
- Topic: Tyre pressures
- Replies: 7
- Views: 206
Re: Tyre pressures
Irritating for sure, all done by nanny for reasons of comfort & safety. At least you can still input your own settings via the iDrive. I'm sure there'll be an OTA along shortly that permanently locks the speed limiter to 72mph and restricts the throttle opening to 60%. What's happened to personal re...
- Thu Apr 04, 2024 5:02 pm
- Forum: General ALPINA Forum
- Topic: What did you do in your ALPINA today?
- Replies: 2101
- Views: 295787
Re: What did you do in your ALPINA today?
Why the return to Buchloe John? Coz its a right knackered looking mess Marc. Scuffed thru the top surface and rhs thumb / palm rest. Looks like crap, feels like crap, slowly getting worse despite applying all manner of leather potions. Can't find anyone in the UK who can recover it with Lavalina or...
- Wed Apr 03, 2024 5:44 pm
- Forum: General ALPINA Forum
- Topic: What did you do in your ALPINA today?
- Replies: 2101
- Views: 295787
Re: What did you do in your ALPINA today?
Fitted a temporary steering wheel today. Its so nice I might leave it on and not bother sending the original back to Buchloe.
- Mon Apr 01, 2024 11:27 pm
- Forum: General ALPINA Forum
- Topic: Engine Temperature vs Longevity
- Replies: 3
- Views: 194
Engine Temperature vs Longevity
Stumbled across a web link discussing BMW engine running temperatures and reliability. https://www.bavlogic.com/?p=4035 In a nutshell the article suggests lower engine temperatures are better for longevity. I get that higher running temperatures improve emissions and possibly economy but what effect...
- Fri Mar 29, 2024 9:50 pm
- Forum: ALPINAs for sale
- Topic: B5 on Collecting Cars
- Replies: 37
- Views: 1771
Re: B5 on Collecting Cars
Trackstar? (Teletrac Navman) Then the best bit.... using it.
- Sun Mar 17, 2024 8:50 pm
- Forum: ALPINAs for sale
- Topic: B5 deposit taken
- Replies: 6
- Views: 306
Re: B5 deposit taken
Some one got a bargain. Priced to sell, despite the mileage. Has it been hanging around dealers or first time offered?
- Wed Mar 06, 2024 3:22 pm
- Forum: ALPINAs for sale
- Topic: B5 on Collecting Cars
- Replies: 37
- Views: 1771
Re: B5 on Collecting Cars
Congratulations Matt. I'm sure once detailed she will be looking pristine once more. As a B5 Touring daily driver for the best part of 4 years I'd say you've acquired one of the most versatile, competent, and capable supercar estates of all time. The one bit of advise I would offer is: PPF the nose ...
- Tue Mar 05, 2024 12:24 am
- Forum: ALPINAs for sale
- Topic: B5 on Collecting Cars
- Replies: 37
- Views: 1771
Re: B5 on Collecting Cars
I wasn't a million miles out on the price, someone wanted a B5 very badly! Hope it gets cared for, enjoyed & cherished.
- Thu Feb 29, 2024 5:25 pm
- Forum: ALPINAs for sale
- Topic: B5 on Collecting Cars
- Replies: 37
- Views: 1771
Re: B5 on Collecting Cars
this time mind… I drove a car with ACC over the Christmas break and absolutely hated it! Didn't feel in control of the car at all - which wasn't a good feeling, as I am sure you can imagine Not sure what the correct description of the system is, auto cruise and self steering feature? Love it in Mwa...
- Wed Feb 28, 2024 9:52 pm
- Forum: ALPINAs for sale
- Topic: B5 on Collecting Cars
- Replies: 37
- Views: 1771
Re: B5 on Collecting Cars
Flippin' paint work is worse than mine and I've done x2 the miles. Maybe it was "bob a Job week and the scouts washed it.
My guess? Will fetch around 55/60 + fees. Going to be watching this one with interest.
My guess? Will fetch around 55/60 + fees. Going to be watching this one with interest.
- Fri Feb 23, 2024 6:55 pm
- Forum: General Chit-chat
- Topic: Quoted Power Outputs
- Replies: 0
- Views: 151
Quoted Power Outputs
With spring slowly approaching it’ll soon be time to get the winter tyres off and hopefully start enjoying some warmer days and tarmac. With a couple of club track days pencilled in for Brunhilda this year I thought it might be interesting to see what sort of power she’s producing. I’ve spent a bit ...
- Sun Feb 11, 2024 3:08 pm
- Forum: General ALPINA Forum
- Topic: What did you do in your ALPINA today?
- Replies: 2101
- Views: 295787
Re: What did you do in your ALPINA today?
Nice one Matt, bet you're absolutely loving it. Look forward to seeing you both at a meet or two this summer.
- Sun Feb 04, 2024 1:30 am
- Forum: ALPINA - Car Advice / Information
- Topic: B5 steering wheel heating
- Replies: 5
- Views: 227
Re: B5 steering wheel heating
New wheel and will require coding in.
Pre LCI options, Post maybe different.
Pre LCI options, Post maybe different.