If you know the Alpina B11 you’ll know that that was the 7 series Alpina designation and that is why this 635 BMW is unique, in that it was upgraded with all the important Alpina upgrades taken from a 7 Series Alpina B11 donor car.
That included all the running gear, brakes, wheels and of course the engine, gearbox, diff and badges, including the Alpina sporting steering wheel.
So a rare car for sure and one that would suit a collector or it would be a great classic to drive, with its sharp looks and Alpina added performance.
The History and Paperwork
First registered in 1989
Went with its long-term owner to N Ireland where it was registered in 2007
Upgraded to Alpina B11 using donor car
V5c present for car and donor car
Many receipts for genuine BMW parts replaced during conversion
Private registration number included
Good MOT history
Current MOT expires 21/04/23 but the vendor will get a fresh MOT before handover
Handbook
Jack, brace and spare wheel
Original unopened first aid kit
Almost full tool set
1 key
Current owner last 9 years
The current owner has kept the car garaged, regularly maintained and fettled, but covered little mileage during his time with the car.
The Alpina conversion was a professional job, undertaken by two engineers and car enthusiasts in 2008/2009 and is believed to be the only B11 6 Series in existence.
The Interior
Full black leather interior
Highline spec
Alpina steering wheel
Uprated stereo unit
Air Conditioning
Electric sunroof and windows
Carpets and headlining all good
Door cards and fittings are all there and work
Electric Sports seats
Rear window blind
Rear seat headrests
The seller tells us that everything functions as it should with no issues to report
Very good overall condition
The black leather interior shows some signs of its age, but the spacious coupe still welcomes you in with its nicely aged leather seats offering plenty of comfort and support.
The interior presents extremely well with no rips or tears in any of the materials or trim, with nice and clean carpets and headlining.
The Exterior
Lachs Silver
Alpina badging
Alpina deep front spoiler
Alpina wheels are in good condition and have tyres with plenty of tread
Paintwork and body very good
External trim, badges and lights all good and clear
Very good overall condition
The timeless design of the 6 Series is nicely highlighted by the Lachs Silver paintwork and Alpina branding, spoiler and wheels, giving a slightly more aggressive stance and look to it than normal.
It’s all in very good condition with only a small chip on the edge of the bonnet, a couple of small paint imperfections and some loose trim over the driver’s window to report.
The Mechanics
Genuine Alpina upgraded engine and gearbox
Alpina brakes
M635 suspension
Only genuine BMW parts used in the conversion
Last fully serviced in 2019 but has covered hardly any mileage since
Genuine mileage
Owner reports that it starts well and drives with no known mechanical or other issues
Recent work to power steering
Real benefit from increased BHP
Since its conversion the BMW has been used regularly but covered very little mileage, and is now ready to get back on the road again having had very little use since its last service which was a couple of years ago.
The car drives really well with great acceleration and very smooth gear changes.
The owner does advise that there is a bit of an electrical glitch with the on-board computer, which constantly tells you that you need to fill the windscreen washer bottle and have the car serviced, neither of which is true. The owner believes that this is down to the reserve batteries for the system that need to be replaced. He also reports that the air conditioning is not working.
The Summary
Already a very desirable car this particular 635 CSi offers that little bit more than usual, being in very nice overall condition inside and out, and being the only one to be running with the Alpina B11 running gear.
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