For sale is a 1985 BMW Alpina B10 3.5 from the E28 series in Alpine White with gray sports seats and Alpina-style interior design.

Highlights:

• No. 12 of only 77 models built
• Initially delivered to Japan, later returned to Germany
• Matching numbers
• Extensive documentation including original Alpina documents
• Alpina trim strips in gold preserved all around
• Alpina front spoiler and rear spoiler
• Electric sunroof, electric windows front and rear, power steering, central locking, air conditioning, ABS, accessory radio
• Additional electric instruments in the cockpit
• Two vehicle keys available
• Service announced before handover

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1985
• First registration: Japan, 1985
• Location: 75172 Pforzheim, Germany
• Number of vehicle owners: 3 (according to seller)
• Accident-free according to seller
• Registered
• H license plate
• New MOT
• Ready to drive

Model history

The BMW Alpina B10 3.5 is based on the BMW E28 535i and was produced in a strictly limited edition of only 77 vehicles. Through targeted technical modifications such as modified pistons, camshaft, and engine management, Alpina brought the inline six-cylinder engine up to 261 hp and 346 Nm of torque. Alpina emphasized its independence with sportier chassis tuning, specific aerodynamic parts, and brand-typical decorative elements—a classic of the 1980s with collector's value and distinctive Buchloe DNA.

Facts

Exterior & Interior:

• Exterior color: Alpine White
• Interior: Gray sports seats with green-black center stripe, Alpina steering wheel, door panels in matching design
• Repainted: According to the seller, no – original paint

Engine and transmission:

• 3.5-liter inline six-cylinder with 261 hp (Alpina-specific)
• 4-speed automatic transmission
• Last service: According to the seller, this will be carried out before handover

Mileage:

• Mileage: 91,419 km (as read)
• Mileage verifiable: yes, according to the seller
• Service history: available

Documentation:

• German vehicle documents
• Original Alpina documents
• Extensive documentation including invoices, service receipts

Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:

• Tires: Michelin 225/50 rear, 225/55 front – in good condition according to the seller
• Brakes: no abnormalities according to seller
• Bodywork: Very good condition – according to the owner, original first coat of paint with a few age-related chips, mirror mount on the left faded
• Underbody: Very good condition – apparently rust-free according to the seller
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects:

• Slightly faded exterior mirror mount on driver's side
• Small paint chips according to the seller
• Small hole in the center console
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Summary:

For sale is a rare and well-preserved BMW Alpina B10 3.5 E28 with H registration from 1985 in Alpine White. This vehicle is number 12 of only 77 built. According to the seller, the vehicle has its original paintwork, matching numbers, and is in very good condition both technically and visually. With extensive documentation, Alpina-specific details, and a fresh TÜV inspection before delivery, this vehicle is a rare opportunity for Alpina enthusiasts and BMW collectors.

A trademark of Alpina which could be ordered on request at that time: The famous decorative stripes. With this "alpine white" colour of the paint, they are kept in gold and are still completely preserved all around the BMW. After consultation with the seller, the Alpina B10 has never been repainted, which means that the E28 still wears the first alpine white paint. In view of this, the body condition presents itself in a very good condition for the age with only a few traces of use such as small paint chips. The exterior mirror mount on the driver's side is slightly faded, otherwise no major damage can be detected. The original Alpina front apron is still mounted specifically for Alpina and the typical Alpina rear spoiler is also located at the rear.

On the rear axle are tyres of the dimension 225/50, on the front axle 225/55 tyres of the brand Michelin brand are mounted in good condition. Complete the appearance: Original Alpina multi-spoke alloy wheels in perfect condition. The brake system shows no abnormalities and the chassis is also trimmed for even more sportiness as is typical of Alpina.

Alpina modifications are also available in the interior of the B10: For example, you can sit on grey sports seats with thigh rest adjustment and green-black centre stripe, your hands move directly onto the four-spoke leather steering wheel with Alpina lettering. The door panels are also in the same design as the seats. Except for a small hole visible in the center console, no damage can be attested to the interior. There is even the yellow warning sticker for the operation of the automatic transmission preserved. A rich equipment can be seen in the interior: there is an electric sunroof, electric windows front + rear, power steering, central locking, air conditioning, ABS and an accessory radio on board. Another Alpina highlight: The additional electric display in the dashboard for even more information on the condition of the technical vehicle components.

In the speedometer unit you can see red colored hands and black displays, the speedometer is currently at 91,419 kilometers. The total mileage of the Alpina B10 is extensively documented and there is even a checkbook available. All instruments in the interior have a flawless function.

The best can be found hidden under the sheet metal: the 3.5-liter in-line six-cylinder engine taken over from the 535i was brought to a whopping 261 hp after its Alpina cure. The torque is now just under 346 Newton meters at 4000 rpm. This power is coupled to a 4-speed automatic transmission. A service will be done before handover. Defects in the technology are not detected. A look at the underbody of the Alpina B10 reveals an absolutely rust-free and clean state of preservation. There are no complaints to be made here, for his age the fast limousine from Buchloe is in very good condition.

As can be seen in the picture, extensive documents are available for the Alpina, such as a certificate of authenticity from Alpina.

In this auction, one of a total of 77 BMW Alpina B10 3.5 of the E28 series from 1985 produced will be offered for auction. This offered copy is the number 12 of 77 with the VIN WAPBA35L05BA00012, which was first delivered to Japan. Over the years, the Alpina then came to Germany, according to the seller, it has a total of 3 previous owners. According to the seller, a very extensive documentation is available, and original documents from Alpina are also still available. The Alpina comes with 2 vehicle keys and has matching numbers. It already has an H-approval and the TÜV is freshly carried out before the handover.