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£13,225 (Est: £9,000 - £11,000)

2000 BMW Alpina B3 3.3 Factory-built example of rare German coupe

United Kingdom • 23 May 2026 • Lot 245

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AI Listing Summary

This 2000 BMW Alpina B3 3.3 Coupe is a rare, factory-built German classic, number 171 of only 274 produced. It has received substantial investment in recent years, with over £9,000 spent on genuine Alpina parts and refurbishment, including suspension, brakes, and wheels, making it an exceptional example despite its mileage.

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Condition 

9

The car has had over £9,000 spent in the last 7 years, with suspension renewed with genuine Alpina parts, correctly refurbished wheels, and numerous other upgrades and replacements using genuine BMW/Alpina parts. The MOT has had no advisories for the last 7 years. While it has 120,000 miles, the condition belies the mileage and it has won awards at BMW shows. It is described as being in exceptional standard and is not one of the many Alpinas that have had a hard life.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

WAPB333C01VE46171

Odometer:

120,000 miles

Reg Number:

X699EVO

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The Alpina B3 based on the BMW E46 3 Series was introduced in 1999 as Alpina’s refined, high-performance interpretation of BMW’s already capable sports saloon and coupe.

Built in Buchloe, the B3 was designed to sit between the standard BMW models and the more aggressive M3, offering a blend of luxury, exclusivity, and everyday usability rather than outright track focus.

Early versions used a 3.3-litre straight-six engine derived from BMW’s M52 unit, extensively reworked by Alpina with a modified crankshaft, pistons, and engine management to produce strong mid-range torque and smooth power delivery.

Later, the B3 S increased displacement to 3.4 litres and further enhanced performance.

Available in saloon, coupe, convertible, and touring forms, the E46 B3 featured Alpina’s signature styling cues, including subtle body enhancements, classic multi-spoke wheels, and a finely upgraded interior.

Production remained relatively low, ensuring exclusivity, and the model earned a reputation f...

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£5,300

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£12,865

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£105,102

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