B3 3.2 Touring #062

Bob · Post by **Bob** » Tue May 29, 2018 10:57 pm

So, #62 has a new home. Looking a bit grubby after a 200+ mile trip north.

In truth, she actually belongs to my Dad, but since he's not really one for internet forums, I thought I'd update you with her whereabouts.

hap · Post by **hap** » Tue May 29, 2018 11:00 pm

Ah there it is
Congrats lovely motor
It did start off quote high so did your dad get a decent deal ?

Bob · Post by **Bob** » Tue May 29, 2018 11:19 pm

Thanks Hap.
Safe to say he didn't pay anywhere near the original asking price, it ended up within the range that forum experts suggested originally.
Obviously needs some work but he seems happy with his purchase.

hap · Post by **hap** » Tue May 29, 2018 11:32 pm

I would be too
I still miss my B3 3.2 coupe

What's the plan? Keep the pics coming

Bob · Post by **Bob** » Tue May 29, 2018 11:38 pm

No definite plans yet, but I think he's intending to keep it off the road for a full mechanical going over and a thorough detailing.
Guess it will then depend what he finds.

ali · Post by **ali** » Wed May 30, 2018 9:50 pm

That is great news that it ha found a loving new home.
Look forward to progress reports and some fresh pictures

Bob · Post by **Bob** » Wed May 30, 2018 10:46 pm

Thanks Ali

Just been round for a better look and it really is in very good condition. Will take a good amount of detailing but the amount of money spent by the last long term owner should mean that this is a proverbial diamond in the rough.

First job is looking like it will be to figure out the 3G Alarm system which doesn't seem to be behaving itself just now. It was retro fitted by BMW in 2002 so there should be some info available like wiring diagrams, instructions, etc. If any one has anything please let me know.

simon13 · Post by **simon13** » Thu May 31, 2018 6:01 pm

was the speculator owner as much of a wally in real life as he was on here?

Glad to see its in better hands

Bob · Post by **Bob** » Fri Jun 01, 2018 12:58 am

Not sure whether it will surprise you or not, but that guy wasnâ€™t the actual owner. He seems to have been an associate of the owner who was convinced he could punt it on for a sizeable premium, for a share of the profit.

The actual owner seems to have been a reasonable fellow, open to making a â€œquickâ€ profit but also realistic about its value.

Hopefully, it will prove to be a good purchase. The old man appears to be realistic about the task ahead and is hoping to create a usable classic capable of cross-Europe jaunts.

Sab · Post by **Sab** » Fri Jun 01, 2018 5:27 pm

Welcome.

Lovely car and colour!

Bob · Post by **Bob** » Fri Jun 01, 2018 10:06 pm

Thanks

Chas · Post by **Chas** » Fri Jun 01, 2018 10:56 pm

Good to know it's found its way on to the register. I tried to acquire it via a couple of forum members who were local to the seller but got no response. At least it's a bit closer to me now

hap · Post by **hap** » Thu Jun 07, 2018 3:14 pm

Anymore pictures ?

Bob · Post by **Bob** » Thu Jun 07, 2018 4:18 pm

Not yet i'm afraid. Haven't been to see it again, hopefully this weekend.

Apparently, the cleaning is well under way and most of the boot area trim has been removed for better access. I think he's been trying to trace previous owners and fill in the history with Gary at Sytner's help too.

MCB · Post by **MCB** » Sun Jun 24, 2018 10:17 am

I am pleased to see the car has finally found a new home, with someone who will care for it.

I did try and buy the car myself, but the guy I was dealing with gave me the impression that he did not care if it sold or not! He certainly new nothing about the Alpina brand, or Alpino as he kept calling it.

Anyway enjoy your new purchase. It is a lovely looking car.