Alpina built its Z4-based Roadster S in Europe for just two years — 370 cars total, nearly half of them right-hand-drive for the UK.
Lead trim: Roadster S (E5/2)
BMW Alpina Roadster2003–2005
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FactAlpina built its Z4-based Roadster S in Europe for just two years — 370 cars total, nearly half of them right-hand-drive for the UK.
Alpina Roadster models built on the BMW E85 Z4 between 2003 and 2005. The Alpina previous-models table lists 1 variant for this donor, with outputs of 300 PS and the production years shown on each trim.
Collectors Spotted in the BMW Alpina Roadster Lineage
No member has published a public street spot of the BMW Alpina Roadster yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Trims & Figures
One published trim in the catalogue. A blank is a figure not recorded, not zero.
| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roadster S (E5/2) | 2003–2005 | Inline-6 | 296 hp | 267 lb-ft | — | — | — | — |
Owning one
We don’t estimate running costs for a car like this. What it costs depends on its condition, its specialist and how it is driven, and an average would mislead.
Owners’ builds
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Alpina built its Z4-based Roadster S in Europe for just two years — 370 cars total, nearly half of them right-hand-drive for the UK.
This Alpina Roadster broke new ground in the US: it was the first Alpina ever sold through regular BMW dealerships, not a private import.
When the Z8 ended, Alpina's own Roadster V8 took over for its final year - and became the first Alpina ever sold through regular BMW dealerships in the US.
Alpina converted 66 Z1s into its Roadster Limited Edition, with 0.2 litres more displacement and 30 more horsepower.
Rivals
Same body, same money, other badges — tap any card to flip.
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