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E12 · 1981–1982

ALPINA B7 S Turbo

Based on the BMW 528i

The story

A tiny run of E12s fitted with a turbocharged 3.5-litre six produced the B7 S Turbo. Today it is one of the most coveted ALPINAs ever made.

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