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Andy Butler 
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 Topic: Alpina E21Posted: 14-December-2008 at 15:14 |
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Got this recently. Its a 1977 Alpina E21 320 A1/3. Its very rare with 89k km on it and in amazing condition.
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larzyh
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Posted: 14-December-2008 at 15:42 |
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Had a number of E21's in the distant past, none Alpinas. It warms my heart that there are people keeping these cars on the road. Absolutely fantastic! Is it a four-pot? (Shame about the X3 in the background spoiling the picture). Edited by larzyh |
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Larzyh.
Previously or currently, in the family: '77 E21 320, '78 E21 320, '79 E21 320, '87 E28 520i, '88 E30 325iC, '95 E34 525i, '98 E39 528i, '98 Z3 2.5, '98 E38 740iL, '95 E36 Compact, '99 E36 318iT, '02 E46 318iT, '96 E34 525tdsT, '98 E38 740iL... |
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ballina123
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Posted: 14-December-2008 at 20:09 |
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Very nice,
 . You seem to be putting together a bit of a classic Alpina collection. Any more pictures and specs on this one?
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1973 E9 3.0CSi Fjord Blue - Irish Car! FOR SALE
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paddy_d2k2
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Posted: 14-December-2008 at 20:15 |
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Fantastic looking motor. Any hints on where to look out for cars like this?? I have been thrawling the classic sites that I know of but nothing really catching my eye! |
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Andy Butler
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Posted: 14-December-2008 at 20:54 |
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Larzy: Yes its a four cylinder. Ballina: See pics below Paddy: I can put you in touch with the guy I deal with in Holland who sources unusual BMWs for me. The cars are not cheap. PM me details of what you are looking for, how much you want to spend and I will ask him for you. Does Left hand drive bother you?
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Andy Butler
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Posted: 14-December-2008 at 21:05 |
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And now for some engine porn.
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ballina123
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Posted: 14-December-2008 at 22:14 |
 Very Nice. You need to get a few shots next to your E12 |
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paddy_d2k2
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Posted: 14-December-2008 at 22:26 |
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Hi Andy PM sent! Thanks Paddy |
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E36 318iS Coupe
E36 318i Convertible (Gone but not forgotten) E46 325 Ci M Sport |
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Curley
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Posted: 15-December-2008 at 08:22 |
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Hi Andy, nice motor and best of luck with it man, 4 pot Alpinas hmmm !!!! Paddy, was looking at an Irish e21 323i for restoration if you're interested in going down that road it would be a good project. Dublin/Kildare area.. 087-2765958. Curley Edited by Curley |
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'90 e34 520i, '83 e28 525i, '81 e28 520i, '79 e24 635i, '75 2002tii, '73 2002 touring, '71 2002, '70 2000tilux,
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Posted: 15-December-2008 at 09:55 |
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Hi Andy and other classic car owners. Early Christmas present to yourself? :)))) Very evil looking car with oldschool sportcar colours. Very good combination! But I always wondered how is to drive one. No ABS, ESP, ASC etc etc... How comfort old cars are? Oldest car I drove was max 20 year old soviet union crap. And this experience was just bad. What about German car industry? Alpina of course have sporty and rought suspension, but what about others? Ride comfort? Can compare with modern cars? High speed corners are probably scary? No overtaking on the higway? Noise inside the car? How about parts? Alpine parts are probably so rare, that your beauty have to stay in garage to prevent any damage? Cant enjoy classic cars too often? Have to be careful like with expensive Ming vase? |
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Posted: 15-December-2008 at 11:36 |
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Well wear Andy.....gorgeous looking!
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Posted: 15-December-2008 at 11:38 |
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Andy Another in a long line of tasty motors to have passed your way. It really is lovely. Enjoy! |
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Now: BMW 523i SE '00, 318i SE - e91 '07, 325i Coupe '93.
Prev: e46 328i SE Touring, 330Ci, 318Ci. e39 523i SE. e36 325i Coupe *2, 323i SE, 316iSE. e30 325iSE 2dr, 320i Conv, 320i 2dr, 316i. |
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Posted: 15-December-2008 at 13:15 |
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Beautiful Andy wear well
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Posted: 15-December-2008 at 13:44 |
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I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOO jealous!
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Curley
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Posted: 15-December-2008 at 15:10 |
Lots of questions, you can't really compare new and old alike, safety being the big advantage of the modern car and I'd have to say not all classic cars are equal, the 2002 were well ahead of the time and most importantly a well set up 2002 is a great drivers car giving you good positive information back from the road, if you've driven an e30 the 2002 is similar. I do an average of 10k a year in the 2002, 5k in the e28 and about another 10 to 12k in the e34. What I like about the 02 / e28 is the lightness agility of both cars. high speed corners are not scary (actually quite enjoyable), yes there's more wind noise at 80mph in the 02, the heater is slower than a modern car and no power steering but driver involvment is second to none, your brain is the dsc abs esp. bmw parts supply is fantastic plus a few indy specialist can get you the rest. Best thing for you is to drive a decent 70's or 80's BMW and make your mind up yourself. You're an e39 owner so try an e12/ e28 you might be surprised..
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'90 e34 520i, '83 e28 525i, '81 e28 520i, '79 e24 635i, '75 2002tii, '73 2002 touring, '71 2002, '70 2000tilux,
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Posted: 15-December-2008 at 17:24 |
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Hi folks, Thanks for the nice comments. Hopefully the roads are a bit dry over the Christmas and I get a chance to give it a good drive. Hey Curley, see you Wednesday night. |
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Posted: 15-December-2008 at 20:28 |
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Andy very nice car hope to see it in 2009.may be up north with Curley. |
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Posted: 15-December-2008 at 22:04 |
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Lovely car Andy, well wear with it! I Must get the act together and come up for one of these spawell meets. |
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99' 728i Sport 98' E39 M5 - Avus Blue, Dec Car! 96' M3 Saloon - Estoril Blue 94' M3 3.0 Convertible 91' E34 M5 - 3.6, Macau Blue *E36 M3's Breaking* |
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Posted: 15-December-2008 at 22:50 |
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Andy,
That's absolutely beautiful. IMO it would really benefit from some black and silver plates though (allowed legeally with the age and ZV reg). Congrats again on what is becoming a very nice collection! Rob. Edited by aubergine |
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Posted: 16-December-2008 at 00:17 |
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Best of luck with her Andy, She looks lovely. Regards, Nick |
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