If you’ve always dreamt of owning a unique estate that offers impressive levels of performance and luxury, all while standing out on the road, then this 1996 Alpina B3 3.2 Touring could be the perfect car for you.
This rare B3 Touring is one of just 89 units built between April 1996 and 1999. It is number 23 and was originally built for the Japanese market in September 1996, meaning it is a left-hand drive model. The car is listed up for auction through Cars & Bids and was imported into the United States in 2021.
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In creating the B3 Touring, Alpina took the standard E36-generation 328i Touring and outfitted it with a host of new parts. For example, it sports a more powerful 3.2-liter straight-six, a shorter ratio rear axle, stiffer suspension with Bilstein shocks and Eibach springs, 17-inch alloy wheels, a unique front splitter, and gold exterior graphics.
Elsewhere, the Alpina B3 Touring benefits from a new intake and a distinctive exhaust system, helping it to pump out 265 hp and 243 lb-ft (329 Nm) of torque when it was new. This power is fed through the rear wheels courtesy of a five-speed automatic transmission.
Some alterations have also been made to the car’s interior. These include the fitment of aftermarket speakers, a BMW Business RDS radio, a 3-spoke steering wheel, Alpina wood trim, bespoke cloth upholstery, and a numbered plaque above the glove box.
The car has been driven approximately 104,100 miles (~167,000 km) since leaving the factory and given its mileage, it’s not surprising that it has a few signs of wear, including some minor rock chips, scratches across the exterior and wheels, wear on the leather of the steering wheel, a sagging headliner, and cracks across the wooden trim. Nevertheless, we think it is oozing appeal and is a surefire way to get your friends talking.
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