ALPINA isn’t an automotive manufacturer in the traditional sense. The premise is that they take BMW’s already (most of the time) brilliant models and make them even more brilliant. They do this in such a tasteful manner as possible which makes them, according to me, endlessly cool. One of their latest models is the B7 Biturbo, their vision of the 7-series, and by golly are we lucky to have driven one.
Getting behind the wheel of an ALPINA is a bit like sitting down in a five-star hotel bar. Wherever one’s head turns, there’s nothing but brown leather and wood. The interior is utterly magnificent, albeit not all that different from a regular 7 Series.
The same goes for the exterior. It’s sprinkled with minor modifications, the sum of which is vast without sticking out. An Alpina is for the gentleman, the discreet character with style and class. The four exhaust pipes in the rear remind those who are alert that it isn’t a 730i, and the rims manage to be both unique and tasteful.
The driving experience is also magnificent. The ALPINA B7 somehow manages to be both calm and collect while simultaneously being aggressive. It’s so pleasant that I never want to stop driving it, and I don’t think it gets much better than that.
The ALPINA B7 is in many ways a perfect car, especially if you’re loaded. I expected it to cost in the realm of a Rolls-Royce Ghost, but it, in fact, it’s a substantial amount cheaper. It’s so understated and sophisticated hat I go weak at the knees, and at the same time it’s hyper-modern, not too pricey and as fast as hell.
Therefore, the ALPINA B7 is my new favorite car. Out of all cars. Ever. How about that?
What about the B5 ? It’s been almost a year and we haven’t see much of it
Will try to get a review of it in Europe
Too bad we have neither the B5 Touring nor the B4S in our market.
I just don’t like those rims.
The perfect car for the oligarchs and mafias !!
I just love its subdued charm.
Yes, not for the mentally unfit as you are fully aware given the restrictions you have to comply with.
Take a break John.
You have already established yourself as the most ridiculous creature on the planet. No need to further cement your position.
Take the badge off and it looks like a Toyota from 3 sides.
This is the perfect sedan!