Alpina C2 2.7 #515 Restoration
Alpina C2 2.7 #515 Restoration
I thought I would create a new thread to post some updates on #515 following the purchase last year. Thanks to the members here who advised me on the purchase. More info on the purchase from this thread:
http://thealpinaregister.com/forums/vie ... sc&start=0
I discovered after speaking to couple of previous owners that the car was featured in July 2011 of Classic car, a shoot-out with a M3.
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http://thealpinaregister.com/forums/vie ... sc&start=0
I discovered after speaking to couple of previous owners that the car was featured in July 2011 of Classic car, a shoot-out with a M3.
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Last edited by Elan on Mon Dec 04, 2017 1:24 pm, edited 2 times in total.
Current Collection:
F30 B3 BiTurbo #133, C2 2.7 #515, B3 3.3 Touring #113
E46 M3 manual, E92 M3 manual
Porsche 997.1 Turbo Manual, 997 GTS, 996 C4S, 911SC Targa
Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale
Lamborghini LP560-4 Manual
F30 B3 BiTurbo #133, C2 2.7 #515, B3 3.3 Touring #113
E46 M3 manual, E92 M3 manual
Porsche 997.1 Turbo Manual, 997 GTS, 996 C4S, 911SC Targa
Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale
Lamborghini LP560-4 Manual
Last edited by Elan on Mon Dec 04, 2017 1:25 pm, edited 1 time in total.
Current Collection:
F30 B3 BiTurbo #133, C2 2.7 #515, B3 3.3 Touring #113
E46 M3 manual, E92 M3 manual
Porsche 997.1 Turbo Manual, 997 GTS, 996 C4S, 911SC Targa
Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale
Lamborghini LP560-4 Manual
F30 B3 BiTurbo #133, C2 2.7 #515, B3 3.3 Touring #113
E46 M3 manual, E92 M3 manual
Porsche 997.1 Turbo Manual, 997 GTS, 996 C4S, 911SC Targa
Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale
Lamborghini LP560-4 Manual
Thanks for the comments guys.
There was a bit more rust than I expected hence why I went for full restoration. I suppose it's expected on a nearly 30 year old car. One of the previous rust repair also wasn't great.
MCB, I am trying not to think about the costs . I am replacing all parts where available with brand new items from BMW. These parts has so far been in the region of £7k and further £2k for Alpina specific items including front and boot spoiler. The bodywork cost has been over £7k and probably around £2k bodywork parts, badges etc. Now all the bits are being put back together over the winter.
Ohh did I mention more £££ for the Recaro LS seats.
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There was a bit more rust than I expected hence why I went for full restoration. I suppose it's expected on a nearly 30 year old car. One of the previous rust repair also wasn't great.
MCB, I am trying not to think about the costs . I am replacing all parts where available with brand new items from BMW. These parts has so far been in the region of £7k and further £2k for Alpina specific items including front and boot spoiler. The bodywork cost has been over £7k and probably around £2k bodywork parts, badges etc. Now all the bits are being put back together over the winter.
Ohh did I mention more £££ for the Recaro LS seats.
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Last edited by Elan on Mon Dec 04, 2017 1:03 pm, edited 2 times in total.
Ouch!!! And I though we were paying enough. That will certainly lighten your wallet. In fact you will have to sell the wallet as well
All of that aside. You are doing a cracking job and the car is going to look amazing once completed. I just love that interior
All of that aside. You are doing a cracking job and the car is going to look amazing once completed. I just love that interior
1997 E36 Alpina B3 3.2 Touring. No.66
1998 E36 1.8 Touring
1989 E30 M3.
2004 E60 530D
2004 Vauxhall Signum (for the shopping)
2002 E39 M5 (Sold)
1998 E36 1.8 Touring
1989 E30 M3.
2004 E60 530D
2004 Vauxhall Signum (for the shopping)
2002 E39 M5 (Sold)
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Little update
Last edited by Elan on Mon Dec 04, 2017 1:10 pm, edited 2 times in total.
Current Collection:
F30 B3 BiTurbo #133, C2 2.7 #515, B3 3.3 Touring #113
E46 M3 manual, E92 M3 manual
Porsche 997.1 Turbo Manual, 997 GTS, 996 C4S, 911SC Targa
Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale
Lamborghini LP560-4 Manual
F30 B3 BiTurbo #133, C2 2.7 #515, B3 3.3 Touring #113
E46 M3 manual, E92 M3 manual
Porsche 997.1 Turbo Manual, 997 GTS, 996 C4S, 911SC Targa
Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale
Lamborghini LP560-4 Manual
Thank you. I can't take credit for the work, it's all down to Barry.Metrics wrote:Wow, wow and just wow. Top work and commitment Elan, what a great load of work.
Current Collection:
F30 B3 BiTurbo #133, C2 2.7 #515, B3 3.3 Touring #113
E46 M3 manual, E92 M3 manual
Porsche 997.1 Turbo Manual, 997 GTS, 996 C4S, 911SC Targa
Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale
Lamborghini LP560-4 Manual
F30 B3 BiTurbo #133, C2 2.7 #515, B3 3.3 Touring #113
E46 M3 manual, E92 M3 manual
Porsche 997.1 Turbo Manual, 997 GTS, 996 C4S, 911SC Targa
Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale
Lamborghini LP560-4 Manual