Alpina B3 3.3 Convertible Individual - BMW E46 2001

The Alpina B3 3.3 is the ultimate (BMW) Convertible with every conceivable extra.
This exceptional Alpina B3 3.3 Convertible is based on the BMW E46 convertible and fitted with Alpina’s extensively reworked 3346cc M54 engine producing 305 bhp with 362nm of torque, with Alpina’s own exhaust system.
A 5 speed automatic gearbox (these late B3S were only supplied as automatics) was fitted with Alpina’s own switchtronic wheel-mounted gear change system which gave the driver the option of relaxed fully automatic driving or a more sporty manual gear change.
Of course this was rounded off with Alpina’s own bespoke suspension and Alpina Classic 18” wheels.
This particular Alpina B3 3.3, Number 152, is finished in the Individual Alpina Metallic silver/blue with Alpina individual light grey blue leather with Alpina Blue, piping.
contrasting exclusive Alpina dark wood trim and original Alpina floor mats.
The car has been extensively specified with nearly every conceivable option. The car has been maintained superbly and the next service is due on 2,500 miles. This lovely B3 3.3 drives superbly with smooth rich power delivery in all gears with a super, fulsome straight sound. Steering is accurate and precise and the ride is the usual awesome Alpina blend of suppleness and absorption, with excellent body control.
I have owned this car for 18 months and know the previous owner who had it for 3 years previous both of us have used it sparingly as its a second car and was only used in dry weather.
The car is mechanically sound wants for nothing, with only a couple of purely cosmetic exterior/interior areas that need attention (as can be seen from the photos).
I don't have the time to do these. Hence one of the key reasons for selling.
Recent MOT with no faults registered recent new rear tyres, tracking, wiper blades, new oil filter oil seal, recent front spoiler original silver graphics applied.
Priced lower due to being a CAT D and for a quick sale of this much loved and very well cared for Alpina B3S Convertible (Normmally this would be close to £14-15k for a car of this quality)
Please don't be put off by the CAT D status, I have had no problems with the car and you cannot tell in anyway it was a Stolen & Recovered (BodyKit & Lights stolen).
It's listed on the Alpina register and has just had its cherished number plate removed and is ready to drive away.

Full Specification:
Alpina B3 S Convertible, Switchtronic
First registered on the 02/11/2001
Full and documented service history from new
83,425 Miles
Totally original and standard specification
Alpina Individual iced silver blue metallic paint (one of a kind)
High gloss black satin chrome exterior trim
Full Alpina light blue/grey piped in Alpina Blue individual leather interior including all door cards and side panels
Sports front seats with seat heating
Alpina floor mats (and rubber overmats)
Alpina dark wood trim
Alpina dashboard plaque
Alpina door sill plates
Dark blue unmarked fabric soft top
Alpina front and rear spoilers
Alpina 18” wheels (slight kerbing)
Alpina Exhaust
Alpina 3.4 litre engine
Alpina Suspension
Alpina instruments
Alpina Multi-function sports steering wheel with Cruise Control
Alpina badges
Alpina 3.64-1 Differential
Dynamic Stability Control
Alarm System
Hard top prep
Interior mirror with auto dip
Front Centre Armrest
Headlight Washer System
Rear Park Distance Control
Rain Sensor
On Board Computer
Xenon Head Lights
White Indicator Lights
Automatic Air Conditioning
BMW Professional Radio with SAT NAV
Harman Kardon Speaker System
BMW 6 CD Changer
Rear wind deflector
The car comes with all the original Alpina manuals, books and service book.

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