Alpina as we knew it is long gone. The oil-burning D5 S is a fabulous reminder of what made it great.
The typical last-of-the-line cars to buy are usually low in weight and high in fuel consumption, powered by atmospheric petrol engines soon to be strangled into extinction by emission legislation.
However, this mid-sized saloon car with a 3.0-litre diesel engine, made by Alpina, is a rare find. Alpina's production numbers are limited, making this 2023 LCI model a unique opportunity.
When the vendor talks of ‘a few’ making it to the UK, it really can be taken at face value.
Author's summary: Alpina D5 S is a rare and fabulous car.