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by Metrics
Sat Apr 27, 2024 11:21 am
Forum: ALPINA Buying Advice
Topic: F10 or F11 D5 or B5 - were there any suspension or steering options?
Replies: 1
Views: 28

Re: F10 or F11 D5 or B5 - were there any suspension or steering options?

F10/11 D5 had VDC dampers as standard. Adaptive Drive optional (adds active roll bars).

F10/11 B5 had VDC & Adaptive Drive as standard.

I think Integral Active Steering was optional on both, but I’m not sure.
by Metrics
Sat Apr 27, 2024 11:08 am
Forum: ALPINAs for sale
Topic: D5 S
Replies: 13
Views: 356

Re: D5 S

JCC wrote:
Mon Apr 22, 2024 10:55 pm
The LHD only D5S touring actually a triple turbo making 408 hp and 800nm - same torque as the B5 - the saloon only RHD twin turbo makes 347hp and 730nm.
Bear in mind that early D5S (like this example) had 322hp. Later cars moved up to 347hp
by Metrics
Sun Feb 11, 2024 11:08 pm
Forum: My Car
Topic: It’s no Alpina but I like it.
Replies: 2
Views: 203

Re: It’s no Alpina but I like it.

Lovely cars - congrats. And the S6 is very Alpina - a stealthy, under the radar wagon with a V8. Most will think it's another S Line A6, which is perfect. Will be interesting to hear your reflections on it with time.
by Metrics
Sun Feb 11, 2024 11:05 pm
Forum: ALPINAs for sale
Topic: D5S #250 - Relisted
Replies: 20
Views: 1435

Re: D5S #250 - Relisted

I've had similar experiences with Sytner sadly JCC, so feel your pain.
by Metrics
Sun Feb 11, 2024 11:04 pm
Forum: ALPINAs for sale
Topic: G30 B5 with mixed tyres
Replies: 5
Views: 561

Re: G30 B5 with mixed tyres

Totally agree JCC, on both points.
by Metrics
Sun Feb 11, 2024 3:58 pm
Forum: General ALPINA Forum
Topic: B5 G30 332 pics.
Replies: 5
Views: 392

Re: B5 G30 332 pics.

Lovely car. Azurite is a lovely shade - a bit like Carbon black with a rich blue tint to it in bright sun. And love the plate!
Enjoy!
by Metrics
Sat Feb 10, 2024 8:26 pm
Forum: General ALPINA Forum
Topic: What did you do in your ALPINA today?
Replies: 2101
Views: 295507

Re: What did you do in your ALPINA today?

Look forward seeing it at some meets this year Matt.

Has the blue full Merino IIRC - lovely combo 8)
by Metrics
Sat Feb 10, 2024 8:20 pm
Forum: ALPINAs for sale
Topic: D5S #250 - Relisted
Replies: 20
Views: 1435

Re: D5S #250 - SOLD

by Metrics
Sat Feb 10, 2024 8:07 pm
Forum: General Chit-chat
Topic: ZF8 Fluid Changed
Replies: 9
Views: 829

Re: ZF8 Fluid Changed

Interesting write up John. Trouble is it's pretty much impossible to know if the analysis that's come back is normal or not. The only way would be know what it's looked like at say 20k miles, then 40k miles and then 60k miles. But there's also a risk of overthinking about these things. Enjoy the car...
by Metrics
Sat Feb 10, 2024 7:59 pm
Forum: ALPINA - Car Advice / Information
Topic: D3 F30 20” alloys issues
Replies: 5
Views: 253

Re: D3 F30 20” alloys issues

Agree with Charles, best to source some 19s.
by Metrics
Sat Feb 10, 2024 7:57 pm
Forum: General ALPINA Forum
Topic: What did you do in your ALPINA today?
Replies: 2101
Views: 295507

Re: What did you do in your ALPINA today?

Congrats Matt! Looks mighty fine with silver wheels and deco. Chrome grilles, or leaving the shadowline version?

How does it compare with your previous F31 D3 & B3?

Hope you're enjoying it.
by Metrics
Sat Feb 10, 2024 7:54 pm
Forum: ALPINA Costs, Insurance, Polls etc.
Topic: Help - my renewal quote doubled !!
Replies: 9
Views: 854

Re: Help - my renewal quote doubled !!

My insurance also went up this year, but after shopping around the renewal was actually the best option.
I'm with Admiral.
by Metrics
Sat Feb 10, 2024 7:50 pm
Forum: General ALPINA Forum
Topic: G21 B3 Pirelli ALP Tyres
Replies: 56
Views: 3346

Re: G21 B3 Pirelli ALP Tyres

Good evening all. I have just managed to get a G31 B5 Touring and it is on Pirellis. Unfortunately picked up a puncture in a sidewall so will take the opportunity to change to PS4S's. I have read many threads about tyre pressures, but could anyone recommend what pressures the Michelins should run a...
by Metrics
Sat Feb 10, 2024 7:44 pm
Forum: General ALPINA Forum
Topic: Greetings from new owner
Replies: 11
Views: 1084

Re: Greetings from new owner

Congrats OP, there is no finer colour than ALPINA green 8)
by Metrics
Sat Feb 10, 2024 7:43 pm
Forum: ALPINA - Car Advice / Information
Topic: B5 steering wheel heating
Replies: 5
Views: 226

Re: B5 steering wheel heating

Hi I have a 2023 (Number 997) B5 and it does not have steering wheel heating. Please, does anyone know if this is available as a retro-fit? Or do I need a new wheel? Thanks in advance. Congrats, that's a lovely car. One of the v last B5 T to come to the UK. Beautiful colour 8) I'm sure this can be ...