• Offered from the Youngtimer Collection
• Less than 47,000 km from new
• One of only 57 examples produced; arguably the most desirable 8-Series

While the M-division of BMW never formally produced an ‘M8’, Alpina seized the opportunity to make something truly special. Based on the 850 CSi, already an excellent car, BMW bored its V-12 to 5.7 litres. By modifying the camshafts, intake, crankshaft and fitting a new exhaust, output was raised to 416 bhp and 570 nm of torque. Buyers could choose between a six-speed manual transmission as standard, or Alpina’s optional Shift-Tronic gearbox. The latter is fitted to the example offered here.

Sold new by Alpina in Germany in April of 1994, this B12 5.7 is finished in Calypsorot metallic paint over an Anthrazit Buffalo leather interior and is believed to be the only example finished in this colour combination. The accompanying service book shows that the car was serviced at Cuntz Speyer, the BMW dealership in Speyer, Germany, through its early life. Believed to have remained in Germany until being purchased by the consignor and imported to Switzerland in December of 2017 showing 46,886 km, it remains in excellent condition throughout.

With only 57 examples produced, this Alpina B12 5.7 would be a gem within any collection of BMWs or 1990s supercars.To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/pa19.