The Alpina B8 GT is a limited-edition model marking the end of Alpina's independent era before its integration into BMW. Featuring a heavily upgraded 4.4-litre bi-turbo V8 producing 625bhp, it boasts enhanced performance and a more refined driving experience. The B8 GT also receives cosmetic updates including carbon-fibre elements, new wheels, and a unique two-tone paint scheme. The interior is equally luxurious, with full leather and Alcantara upholstery and bespoke Alpina weekend bags.
The B8 is the next in the line of BMWs to get the ‘GT’ treatment as a final hurrah to the brand as we know it, and follows on from the B5 GT and B3 GT. Alpina says it’s a tribute to its late founder Burkard Bovensiepen.Tell me about Alpina’s founder
Key to this is its 4.4-litre bi-turbo V8 being fettled to produce 625bhp and 630lb ft of torque – up 13bhp and 37lb ft. It not only makes it the most powerful version of the 8 Series yet but also the joint most powerful Alpina ever alongside the B5 GT. The 0-62mph sprint takes just 3.3 seconds and flat out it can hit 205mph. Did someone say perfect autobahn car?
There are lots of new carbon-fibre elements, including the air ducts and the front diffuser. Alpina’s trademark forged alluminium alloy wheels are present and finished in a new satin finish. Subtle Alpina lettering completes the look, while the door sills feature Burkard Bovensiepen’s signature.
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