Alpina B9 Coupe (E24) 3.5 (245 Hp)

Overall Rating

8.1 / 10

Safety N/A / 5

Not Rated

Engine 4.5 / 5

Value 4.0 / 5

Performance 4.5 / 5

Comfort 4.0 / 5

People\'s Opinion N/A / 5

Not Rated

Alpina B9:

Alpina is a high-end luxury automobile brand by BMW. Alpina originally started as an automobile manufacturing company named Alpina Burkard Bovensiepen, based in Buchloe, in the Ostallgäu district of Bavaria, Germany that develops and sells high-performance versions of BMW cars. The company was officially renamed BMW Alpina in 2025. Alpina works closely with BMW and their processes are integrated into BMW's production lines, and is recognized by the German Ministry of Transport as an automobile manufacturer, in contrast to other performance specialists, which are aftermarket tuners. The Alpina B7 is produced at the same assembly line in Dingolfing, Germany , as BMW's own 7 Series. The B7's twin-turbo 4. 4-litre V8 is assembled by hand at Alpina's facility in Buchloe, Germany, before being shipped to BMW for installation, and the assembled vehicle is then sent back to Alpina for finishing touches....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Coupe (E24) Overview:

Alpina B9 (Coupe (E24)). A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.

3.5 (245 Hp) Verdict:

Performance Verdict

The 3.5-liter engine delivers exceptional performance for its era, offering strong acceleration and a thrilling driving experience characteristic of Alpina's meticulous tuning. It's a highly responsive and engaging powerplant.

Fuel Economy

Fuel economy is not a strong suit, typical for a high-performance naturally aspirated engine from the 1980s. Owners should expect moderate to high fuel consumption, especially under spirited driving conditions.

Best Use Case: Highway / Spirited Driving

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Exceptional performance for its era
• Exclusive and rare classic status
• Superb Alpina build quality and tuning
• Engaging driving dynamics
• Timeless E24 coupe styling

Cons:

• High running costs (fuel, parts, maintenance)
• Lack of modern safety features
• Limited availability of parts for specific Alpina components
• Not designed for fuel efficiency
• Potentially high acquisition cost for well-maintained examples

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(E28: 1981 - 1985).

General:
Brand:	Alpina
Model:	B9
Generation:	Coupe (E24)
Modification (Engine):	3.5 (245 Hp)
Start of production:	1982
End of production:	1985
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Coupe