Introduction
Darren Rungasamy
Exclusivity coupled with mind-blowing performance and refinement.
Officially recognised as a standalone manufacturer, Alpina takes BMW’s core foundations and transforms them at its Buchloe factory, where engines are hand-assembled, and interiors are custom-trimmed. By harmonising BMW’s hallmark refinement and reliability with Alpina’s signature torque-heavy power, the brand carves a unique niche from an already talented series of vehicles.
Having tuned and converted the 3 Series since 1987, Alpina has cultivated a prestigious relationship with BMW offering discerning customers a high level of exclusivity. Adhering to a philosophy of understated elegance, the fourth-generation 3 Series (E9X platform) is widely regarded as the sweet spot between modern reliability and classic driving dynamics.
The B3 S BiTurbo is propelled into supercar territory by its 3.0L N54 twin-turbocharged straight-six, an engine enhanced with Mahle pistons, uprated cooling, and the intuitive Switch-Tronic gearbox. This creates a driving experience that is both punchy and smooth, retaining all the practicality and ergonomics of the 3 Series.
First unveiled at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, this 2011 example is one of the most exclusive iterations ever produced; it is believed to be one of just 25 RHD E93 convertibles ever built. Finished in 'Alpinweiss' (Alpine White) with a black leather interior, it has covered only ~51,973 miles and boasts an impressive service history. As part of a private collection, the car comes from two and a half years with our vendor and is accompanied by the original owner’s wallet and booklets, two sets of keys, and a fresh service completed in April 2026. With an MOT valid until August 2026, this rare Alpina is ready and waiting for its next custodian.
This listing was written from information supplied by Darren after meeting Sandeep the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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Update: aircon leak fixed & system re-gassed, the car will be collected later today and available for viewings from early tomorrow morning at E1W, Wapping , London.
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Hi, the car is currently with a local garage, awaiting the part ordered for the aircon leak. We should be able to arrange a viewing. Please contact trade classic’s for my contact details. I am located in E1W, Central London
Is the car available to view ? And if so, where abouts ? Thanks
Thanks for the air con update. Are you able to share the codes (maybe a picture of the sticker) to show what extras the car has fitted ?
Apologies just seen the image.
no problem at all
An update, small leak identified at one of the hoses in the aircon system. replacement part ordered for fitting early next week plus regas of the aircon system
Hi, thanks for bidding and your questions!
– air con: checked this morning and it’s on the weak side. Have dropped the car of with a local garage for an aircon regas and service check today.
– servicing: there was a service undertaken around April 2024, from my recall at just over 50k miles by an independent garage. Having looked everywhere I can’t find the invoice. I will keep searching for this and apologise if it can’t be found. The more recent service is in the picture of documents in the listing. Oil & oil filter change, brake fluid and replacement of a faulty ABS sensor at 51960 miles, in April 2026. I have a few other Alpinas and the B3S Biturbo has been driven the least. My Electric Smart Forwo is the most used around London, with 20mph limits everywhere, hence other cars are not used much at all.
The B3S will come with a full tank of petrol to the winning bidder, due to not being able to find the missing service invoice.
Hi, could you also provide some details on the servicing between 2022 and present. When was the last full service? Thank you
Can you confirm if the air con works please and when was the air con pump last serviced (as per service schedule ) . Thanks
Thank you for the feedback.
Yes it’s an awesome car and I will miss it.
I have checked on the DVLA website, the VED is showing as:
– 12 months by card: One payment of £445.00.
What a splendid example. Could you please confirm the VED rate? Many thanks
Vehicle Location
Wapping, London
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