BMW Alpina B7 Turbo
Every BMW Alpina B7 Turbo generation in the Burbles catalogue — complete specs, rarity tiers, interactive 3D cards, and the collectors who have spotted them on the street.
- Lineage Span
- 1978–1988 3 generations · 8 published trims
- Power Evolution
- 296 hp Base lead-trim output across eras
- Catalogue Rarity
- 3 Legendary 3 Legendary
All 3 BMW Alpina B7 Turbo Generations
Each generation deals in its rarity tier’s alloy with its engine disc, lead specs, and first spotter record. Click into any generation for full trims and market figures.
This turbocharged 5-series wasn't legally a BMW at all — since 1983 Germany's transport ministry has recognised Alpina as its own carmaker, so every B7 Turbo was registered under the Alpina name.
This isn't just a tuned BMW: Germany's Federal Ministry of Transport officially recognizes Alpina as its own automobile manufacturer, not an aftermarket tuner, a status no other BMW specialist holds.
Alpina built only sixty examples of the ultimate B7 S Turbo variant of this generation before moving on.
Collectors Who Spotted the BMW Alpina B7 Turbo
No member has published a public street spot of the BMW Alpina B7 Turbo yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
BMW Alpina B7 Turbo Generation-by-Generation Comparison
Lead figures across every published generation, newest to oldest. Select any generation to inspect all trims and engine options.
| Generation | Years | Tier & Rarity | Engine | Power & Torque | 0–60 mph | Weight | Trims | First Spotter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E28 528i and 535i (1984–1987) | 1984–1987 | Legendary | — | 296 hp · 370 lb-ft | — | — | 2 trims → | Unclaimed |
| E24 630CSi and 635CSi coupé (1978–1988) | 1978–1988 | Legendary | — | 296 hp · 341 lb-ft | — | — | 4 trims → | Unclaimed |
| B7 TurboE12 | 1978–1982 | Legendary | 3.0L I6 | 296 hp · 341 lb-ft | — | — | 2 trims → | Unclaimed |
See a BMW Alpina B7 Turbo on the street, point Burbles at it, and that generation’s card goes in your binder with your own photo and serial number. Own one? Add it to your garage in the app.