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altezza
06-25-2004, 01:44 AM
24/06/2004 BMW ALPINA B7

* E65-Based four door saloon
* 500bhp, 516 lbs-ft of torque
* 6-speed SWITCH-TRONIC automatic transmission
* 0-60mph in 4.8 seconds
* Maximum speed 186mph

ALPINA is delighted to announce the UK launch of the exciting B7. The cars offer unrivalled levels of performance and handling and increased levels of interior comfort and exterior styling.

Q. What do you use to get 5 people from 0-60 in 4.8 seconds?
A. Two 911 Turbo’s or one BMW ALPINA B7!

INTRODUCING THE BMW ALPINA B7 - NEW CHALLENGER FOR THE TITLE OF WORLD’S FASTEST PRODUCTION SALOON CAR

The Goodwood Festival of Speed provides the backdrop for the UK launch of ALPINA’s mighty B7 saloon.

Based on the BMW 7 series, the two-ton saloon will transport five passengers in luxury and space at up to 186 mph.

In the hands of ALPINA engineers working in conjunction with their BMW counterparts, the already class-leading 4.4 litre V8 power plant now yields an extraordinary 500 bhp, achieving 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds.

The new ALPINA patented Nautilus-type compressor enabling this tremendous gain also boosts fuel efficiency (22.1 mpg) and lowers emissions.

With 700 Nm of torque available from 3000 rpm to 6000 rpm, the effect on performance is staggering - a seamless, near linear build-up to maximum speed.

FORMULA 1 STYLE RACING TRANSMISSION

The new B7 offers 6-speed fully automatic transmission, transforming to shift-on-the-wheel F1 style gear changing, the instant a driver feels the urge to explore sporting capabilities completely belying the 2000kg kerb weight and vast interior dimensions of the car.

BESPOKE LUXURY

Like all ALPINA’s the new B7 affords virtually unlimited opportunities for individual specification, augmenting the long list of BMW state of the art "standard" amenities, with exclusive ALPINA designed leather interiors.

NO EXTRA COST TO THE ENVIRONMENT

Combined CO2 emission value is 306g/km, achieving Euro IV emissions. ALPINA also fulfils current EU requirements regarding recyclability of its vehicles. Price: £76,900 on-the-road

http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/6111/35825alp-.jpg

Click here for the full-res pic (http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/7606/35825alp.jpg)

yg60m
06-25-2004, 02:10 AM
It was in Geneva or even maybe at Stuttgart last year, i like the idea of a sporty 7 series but i don't like the rear spoiler on the trunk as i don't like that of the Z4 Alpina ...
They often spoil the line, not very good taste in design i think, only the wheels are fine.

ahmedgiyab
06-25-2004, 03:22 AM
The MB S600L is still faster than this.... :wink:

TT
06-25-2004, 07:00 AM
But an Alpina is way more exclusive than an S600L :D Aplina tuned cars are not only about speed or power :D

I absolutely love this Alpina 7-Series!

SPEEDKILLAR
06-25-2004, 07:16 AM
But an Alpina is way more exclusive than an S600L :D Aplina tuned cars are not only about speed or power :D

I absolutely love this Alpina 7-Series!


Its more exclusive because ppl buy more S 600L :D


But indeed, even its a Bangle production, the rims look so good on that.

nutsy
06-25-2004, 12:03 PM
it's a beautifull car and more exclusive than the s600. You look like a man in it.

amanthapar
06-25-2004, 12:34 PM
hmmm. whatever bmw does... S class is more exculsive..
sure that might drive better but more ppl own a S600
and u think thats fast..
see the brabus pullman.. lol.. eats b7's dust

oantob
06-25-2004, 12:47 PM
this car is the best... love that big rims...
I also have a pics of this Alpina
http://www.pifiu.com/upload/uploads/052004/Alpina_08.jpg

SilviaEvo
06-25-2004, 07:59 PM
rims and bumper dont match the car because the front bumper seems too long for the car.

ahmedgiyab
06-26-2004, 01:30 AM
Can someone tell me why does it have the same acceleration as the 760i....?! :shock:

The B7 has an extra 50-60Bhp....it means this extra power is good for nothing.... :?

SPEEDKILLAR
06-26-2004, 05:28 AM
Can someone tell me why does it have the same acceleration as the 760i....?! :shock:

The B7 has an extra 50-60Bhp....it means this extra power is good for nothing.... :?


It probably also has some added WEIGHT :lol: :lol: :lol:

schnell318
06-26-2004, 12:16 PM
Cool car. Here are some more pics of the inside

http://img14.imageshack.us/img14/8692/fb180a5e.jpg

http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/127/fb180a7b.jpg

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/4150/fb180a22.jpg

http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/2579/fb180a31.jpg

http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/7679/fb180a49.jpg

http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/1381/fb180ac9.jpg

And then this beautiful 760Li Yachtline by BMW Individual

http://img9.imageshack.us/img9/562/pic95.jpg

http://img10.imageshack.us/img10/350/pic128.jpg

http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/2429/5717.jpg

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/3055/3872.jpg

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/1787/4031.jpg

http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/8663/4661.jpg

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/671/pic03.jpg

http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/971/pic22.jpg

http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/3373/pic50.jpg

http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/6171/pic06.jpg

Enjoy

SPEEDKILLAR
06-26-2004, 12:42 PM
Love the alpina interior, this is more like it.

ahmedgiyab
06-27-2004, 04:47 AM
Both are amazing from inside....but the Alipina looks more aggressive....the Individual is

too conservative.... :D

rachaderua
07-01-2004, 11:27 AM
humm very good car for a luxury task and also for performance enthusiastics. 500hp not bad for a dragstrip or hot lap at a circuit :D .

italian_stalion_32
08-11-2004, 02:35 PM
i like that, wasnt it at the geneva show?

Ziploc
08-11-2004, 06:57 PM
idrive in the backseat! thats neat

SilviaEvo
08-11-2004, 09:02 PM
idrive in the backseat! thats neat

i dont think its in the backseat

T-Bird
08-11-2004, 09:15 PM
third pic down it's in the back that is cool

JiggaStyles09
08-11-2004, 10:23 PM
as much as i dont really care for the new 7 i like these tuned versions of them. but i think i would still take an S600

Sir_GT
08-12-2004, 04:48 AM
I think th e760 yachtline makes more sense...

Alpina shoul've taken the 760's V12 and then tuned it, THEN put it into a 745i body. That would've made more sense.

oantob
08-12-2004, 06:47 AM
i don't get it? why the BMW individual emblem looks like a compass...its ugly, and its all over the car... I prefer the Alpina!

philios55
08-12-2004, 10:05 AM
Good car but it always will be second best as long as Mercedes S class is still around!!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v210/philios55/S65%20amg/PICT8759.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v210/philios55/S65%20amg/PICT8776.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v210/philios55/S65%20amg/PICT8767.jpg

jpatino03
08-12-2004, 10:18 AM
Not really. The Alpina is a well put together, soulful machine. The mercedes is a poorly built, uninspired corporate piece of junk.

martin100
08-12-2004, 11:05 AM
Alpina is a great tuner in general and can even make the shitty 7 series look good and go like stink :!: