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E46 · 1999–2002

ALPINA B3 3.3

Based on the BMW 328i

The story

ALPINA's first E46 paired a 3.3-litre six with the Switch-Tronic automatic, a combination that defined the brand's effortless, two-pedal approach to fast touring for years to come.

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