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1976 Alpina B2 is for sale

Ever since 1965, Alpina has worked closely with BMW turning their cars into extraordinary creations, such as the Alpina B2, which was produced in the 70s. This model is considered by many BMW fans to be the first true limousine from the Bavarian manufacturer. One of the very few examples powered by a naturally aspirated engine, the 1976 Alpina B2 is now up for auction.

The Alpina B2 is based on the BMW E12 528, a car produced between 1972 and 1981. This example has been completely restored, including the engine, transmission, steering, suspension and rear axle. It is painted in Fjord Blue, while the bodywork is adorned with blue and green stripes at the front, sides and rear. The car is in excellent condition with only 14,893 miles on the odometer. It sits on lightweight 14-inch Alpina wheels with new tires.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in fabric, while the steering wheel is wrapped in leather. In front of the driver is an Alpine instrument cluster, and the interior also features wood accents on the door panels, dashboard, and shifter.

Under the bonnet is a naturally aspirated 3.0-L inline-six with 233 hp and 265 Nm of torque, mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine is equipped with three dual carburetors, forged pistons, an improved combustion chamber, and a reworked crankshaft.

The auction will take place on May 16, 2025, and the car’s estimated value is $150,000 – $175,000.

Source: Mecum Auctions

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1976 Alpina B2 is for sale
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2026 BMW M2 Racing

In November 2023, BMW began development of a racing car, the M2 Racing, which M boss Frank van Meel said would offer a lot of performance and enjoyment for less money. Sales will start in June and the car will cost 98,000 euros.

The BMW M2 Racing is powered by a 2.0-L turbo 4-cylinder engine (B48), instead of the 3.0-L inline 6-cylinder, which develops 313 hp and 420 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a 7-speed ZF automatic transmission with a mechanical differential lock, which sends power to the rear wheels. It can reach a top speed of 270 km/h.

The car is equipped with LED headlights, rear fog lights, a traction control system, a speed limiter when entering the pits, KW shock absorbers, adjustable stabilizers, and air conditioning. Optionally, the car comes with a rear spoiler, brake pads optimized for multi-hour races, night lights, a data transfer/processing system, a jack, and an illuminated number plate. It sits on lightweight and reinforced 18-inch wheels wrapped in 265/660 Good Year Eagle tires.

The cabin features GT-AM seats, seat belts, a fire extinguisher, and a roll cage that meet current FIA standards.

Source: BMW

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2026 BMW M2 Racing
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BMW Vision Driving Experience

At the Shanghai Motor Show, BMW launched its new concept car, the Vision Driving Experience. This all-electric car will be the basis for future Neue Klasse cars.

The Vision Driving Experience is powered by four electric motors with a total output of up to 1,700 hp and 18,000 Nm of torque. This is unmatched by other models in the BMW fleet. The car is equipped with the Heart of Joy system that is 10 times faster than the previous control unit. This system increases the precision and stability of the car in turns, and combines driving control, brakes, regeneration, charging and steering, for more efficient energy use.

The car is painted in a special color that collects energy during the day and shines at night in shades from white-yellow to neon yellow, depending on the charge level. The lower part is covered with a “magic foil”, which when exposed to UV radiation creates a gradient from yellow to orange and pink, visually extending from the back to the front.

The equipment includes active aerodynamics for downforce of up to 1.2 tons and lateral acceleration of up to 3 G, which is close to that of Formula 1 cars. This extreme potential is used as a platform for testing control systems. Also, BMW claims that the advanced regenerative braking system improves efficiency by 25 percent, and in most situations mechanical brakes may not be needed at all.

Source: BMW

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BMW Vision Driving Experience