1986 BMW ALPINA C2-2.7 5 speed sedan, near mint

1986 BMW 3-Series Alpina C2-2.7 Description

Alpina factory VIN: WAPC227006C210028. EBay does not recognize Alpina VIN's so ignore the VIN in the section above (that is from another BMW I own). Clear NJ title in hand.
Often called the "gentleman's Tuner" the e30 BMW Alpinas are hand-built by master technicians at the Alpina factory in Germany starting with a fresh-off-the-assembly line BMW 325. Alpina is designated a manufacturer in Germany, so unlike, say RUF Porsche, which customizes Porsches, the BMW's are assigned new Alpina VIN's and are legally and officially Alpinas, no longer BMW's (this cooperation remains today, and Alpinas are ordered through BMW dealers and BMW honors their warranties).
This is a 30 year old classic originally built for the Japanese market. It is listed in the Alpina Registry as #28 of 108 and was imported to the USA earlier this year. It is currently registered and garaged in New Jersey and has a clean NJ title. The engine is the original as shown by the block stamp *0028 matching the VIN
One look at this car will tell you that it has been very well cared for over its 30 year life. My USA mechanic was AMAZED at the condition of the car.
The C2 /1 2.7 used the 325e eta model engine block, crank and rods, but with custom flat head pistons provided by MAHLE. Originally Alpina modified the "200" casting number cylinder head specific to the 325e with bigger intake valves, larger air intake ports, and redesigned the valve chamber for better flow. A more aggressive camshaft was used, with higher lift and duration, and harder valve springs were installed. Compression ratio was increased to 10.2:1. The C2/1 2.7 made 210 bhp with 267 Nm of torque and was the fastest E30 available at the time (227 km/h top speed). 108 cars were built.
This car runs like the day it was new. In August of this year, a similar fully documented e30 Alpina, also one of the 108, sold on Bring-A-Trailer for $63k.
This car is no longer completely documented, sadly, as the service docs were lost or stolen on its journey from Japan. On arrival to the US, I had $1600 of preventative maintenance work done along with a full inspection to assure it was not only roadworthy but completely up to date with maintenance. The work done included the important timing belt, water pump, head gasket, head torx bolts, and a complete fluid change. The receipt for this work is in the photos. At the time, my BMW mechanic (Dave Bogert of MotorWorks West - google him) also recommended new shifter bushings. I ordered the bushings as well as a BMW Z3 short shifter, which can be installed prior to delivery if the purchaser likes.
Also replaced were the wheel hub locks (with Alpina factory original locks ordered from Germany).
The Alpina factory wheels are flawless and the Continental rubber is 80% or better.
Two small cosmetic issues, in the interest of full disclosure: The driver's knee bolster has deteriorated. These were made from pressboard and do not have a long lifespan. New ones are available from Bavarian Auto and Turner MotorSport for under $200 and clip in. I've not bothered as you have to be looking up from under the dash to notice. The interior is otherwise flawless except for a small surface cigarette burn near the ashtray. Yes this car was once apparently smoked in but it has apparently been thoroughly cleaned of smells and residue as there is no odor even with windows shut on a hot summer day.
Some of the panels were resprayed as part of a glass out restoration years ago. There is no evidence of any accident damage or repair.
The car drives like new, is wickedly fast for a car of its era and type (it will beat an e30 M3 no problem) and looks beautiful. Serious buyer welcome to come for a test drive.
Check my 16 year history on eBay - 100% positive - including several cars bought and sold, including a midnight blue 1995 911 I should have never sold....
Enough words...take a look at the photos...