Description
For Sale: 2001 BMW ALPINA B3 3. 3 (#459)
Drive: Rear-wheel drive (RWD, not Allrad)✅ Overview
Offered for sale is a rare and highly desirable ALPINA B3 3. 3, build number 459, imported directly from Japan in late 2019. The vehicle has been used primarily as a holiday and investment car. Due to my permanent residence abroad, the car has only seen seasonal use — spring through early autumn — and has never been driven in winter. Always garage stored and exceptionally well cared for.
* Mileage & Condition
• Genuine mileage: 87. 000 Miles or (140, 000 km)
• Accident-free example
• Near mint overall condition
• No corrosion — original factory underseal still performing flawlessly
• Paintwork: Dunkelsaphirblau Metallic – immaculate, free from scratches or dents
• Ceramic coating applied 3 years ago (with 5-year guarantee still valid)
* Maintenance & Servicing
• Regular seasonal servicing including oil, fluids, and filters
• Engine oil: Shell 5W30
• Full suspension maintenance: all bushes, drop links, etc., replaced as needed
• Only genuine BMW parts used, imported through authorised BMW service
• Fitted with a new battery
* Technical Specification
• Engine: 3. 3L inline-six producing 280 bhp / 335 Nm
Based on the US-spec M3 E36 S52B32, extensively reworked by ALPINA:
• 88. 4 mm bore, 94 mm stroke
• Lightweight pistons, forged ALPINA crankshaft
• Upgraded intake and exhaust systems
• Rev limit: 7200 rpm
Delivers strong torque from low down and
excellent response throughout the rev range.
• Transmission: 5-speed automatic Switch-Tronic with steering wheel-mounted shift buttons – responsive, smooth engagement without delays or hesitation
* Features & Extras
• Original Japanese service book and owner’s manual with documented service history
• 3 original ALPINA keys, including valet/ service key
• Genuine ALPINA floor mats
• ALPINA Generation II 18” alloy wheels
• Dunlop Sport tyres:
- Front: 225/ 40 ZR18
- Rear: 255/ 35 ZR18 — in good condition
* Additional Remarks
The E46-based B3 is becoming increasingly collectible and sought after. Well-preserved examples — especially accident-free cars with verifiable histories — are rare, as most available in Europe feature high mileage and questionable provenance.
* Price: €26, 500 EUR.
Firm price – no negotiations by phone.
No part-exchange or swaps considered.
