How i bought Alpina B12...SHOCKING CONDITION!

[@The777Garage]

Just watched my own video after 1 year..and laughed at myself what i got myself into 🤦‍♂️

[@darylmorse]

I'm glad you can laugh about it. I'm watching this for the first time, feeling your pain. Whenever I face something daunting like this, I have to focus on what it will look like in the end and try not to think about how much work it's going to be to get there. I hope this car ends up on some magazine covers. That will be worth the pain and suffering!

[@Mapollo95]

Yes, but you saved another real treasure. :)

[@j4k3yyy]

Can't believe someone would let a car like this get like that. It would be amazing to see it restored

[@shawnc5947]

seen a g wagon AMG brand new under a tree for 5 years think about it

[@_rmms_8285]

hey you got the tools you got the head on your sholders, it is an investment, definetly fix in, dosent mean you have to throw all the money in to make it brand new go slowly on it ;)

[@alexbmw5503]

Today i ass watching you for first time you are right keep this car for long time and in the end you will enjoy the car 👍you will get good money after many years 👍good luck

[@michaelknott9064]

Brings back memories. My 01 750 was delivered to me in the same condition. 4 years later I am still buying parts and restoring it

[@CupraST300]

Sell to M539 Restorations, I think he will buy that, if you decide to sell.

[@alextissari1762]

Was commenting the same.

[@matteightytwo]

was commenting the same, you guys need to get together!

[@petepenn1]

M539 will not do rust and "Ed the Gear Head" can put that back in Metal not Bondo plastic! Great Work young Man! You have some real beauties to work on!

[@ilovelimpfries]

Streten doesn't do rust buckets. He'll stay away from this car as far as possible.

[@HenriqueSantos-pk2uj]

He is recovering by himself

[@zacrichards3604]

Think about the positives man, more work you do on the car means more episodes you get to make on the car for the channel. This car will really help your channel grow, I’m hooked already and wanna see the finished product. Keep up the good work 👍🏼👍🏼

[@PowerslideSWE]

Jesus H Christ, poor thing, it looks like it's been under water rather than parked on a slope, that diff looks like a solid blob of rust. Good on you for taking on the job, a B12 needs to be saved.

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

It's the 6th Alpina from the factory line...you lucky bastard...🤣

[@danielfl.9347]

Cool car, but you can get sick from the mold. Wear a mask when cleaning it

[@ShowingUStuff]

"M539 Restorations" has left the chat. :)

[@mad_dmitry]

:D

[@rezaq1]

Lol

[@rezaq1]

Ed, for £12500 you could have bought my 1999 E38 AC Schnitzer S7 lol. I’ve had it 6.5 years and spent a documented £37000 on it, lol

[@E12m535i]

Make sure your Mrs never sees that history file!

[@rezaq1]

@@E12m535i it’s a bit hard to hide, David; it comprises of four full lever arch files all in chronological order...

[@imranfida1982]

I'd be interested 😉

[@rezaq1]

@@imranfida1982 haha yeah I bet!

[@rezaq1]

@Rhein Amacher yep, standard 4.4 M62TU. Schnitzer suspension, wheels, roof spoiler, front bumper, rear bumper, side skirts, mirrors, pin stripes, decals, pedal set, exhaust etc. The brochure lists a bespoke engine for the 728! But, the M62 remains stock.

[@kieraz10]

I'm surprised M539 restorations has not had a sniff on this. BMW whisperer who knows these beasts with his eyes closed.

[@LeArtisan]

I understand the torture but that is well worth saving and putting back to factory (including the headliner) its only a stress because of the weather, once summer rolls in you will enjoy putting it right, it is in the right hands.

[@miguelalves9502]

Seeing someone trying to restore it to pre-facelift specification is just amazing. I wish more people thought this way. Congrats!

[@3000FAst]

Nice buy pal. Make sure you get Alpina springs and shocks! Please!

[@tuanbe]

Most of these are lemons nowadays. So much issues with them. But it will always the coolest beemer ever. Jealous!

[@KingAcquisitions]

I mean...that thing looks like it lived in a swamp. Mold is far more serious than people think; you can never really get rid of it all and definitely don't take a breath in or near the car! AMMO NYC cleaned an '06 535xi with mold and that was an eye opener. This was a bold purchase, I commend you and hope it gets fully restored.

[@ghcatzen]

This is a very Rare car !! Repair it sell it in Europe !! Trust me !! 30k minimum

[@The777Garage]

I think after sweat and blood i will go through it will be a keeper atleast for while

[@petepenn1]

@@The777Garage Keep it and drive it! IT Will go UP in value every year, better than money in the bank. Safest ,Fastest car on the road and Most Comfortable Rocket Ride...Autobahn After Repair?!

[@Derifreak]

Beautiful car

[@masonblocksage6905]

And it has the gold decor 😭😭 I’m so jealous

[@gosportjamie]

I would say that the best option with the head lining would be to go back to original spec with the grey rather than the current black, IF the grey item was a standard E38 part. The current head lining looks pretty poor, and the amount of mould build up rather suggests that it's got very damp which probably means that the back board is going to be badly compromised and may well come apart when you remove it. The grey head lining will help to lift the, otherwise very dark, interior and stop it feeling claustrophobic, and it also has to be said that with this having been the factory press car then it's completed value is likely to be quite a lot higher put back to original spec, which is fairly easy to work out with it having been documented when new... I would say this is more of a detail restoration than a complete, nut and bolt rebuild, which gives you options with how to tackle the project. You can take on individual parts of this project when you have down time in the other projects, and then really get stuck in to this, or what's left of the work, once the other projects are complete. I'd say it's worth the effort as, when it's finished, you're going to have a pretty valuable car with incredibly good provenance having been the factory press car, and one that you're unlikely to ever have the opportunity to own again. It's also worth saying that, with this having originally been the factory car, then the specification could be unique as, with so few built, there's a very good chance that none have been ordered with exactly the same options in the same colour scheme as these were hugely expensive vehicles new and could pretty much allow the original purchaser to order exactly what they wanted in their car, which is why it isn't all that unusual to see Alpinas in rather odd, orphan specs...

[@The777Garage]

In next video u will see how mad i went with stripping it...when I broke all these e38’s in past always thought i feel sorry for person who would need to put this back together..now i feel sorry for myself lol

[@gosportjamie]

@@The777Garage There's one thing, you do have the Phil Campbell 750i to refer to for reference when working on the Alpina and putting it back to original spec. If it was easy then everyone would be doing it and rare cars like this would be just about impossible to find and buy...

[@bjaydubya]

Would love to find one of these some day. Found one listed at Copart, but after doing some research, come to find out it was just a rebadged 750IL and not a real B12.

[@TomCaldwell]

Fair play Ed. Once in a lifetime. This will be so good once completed. Looking forward to seeing the process.

[@myndetube]

Nice project, rare car, you will not regret buying it in the future for sure

[@wosiek]

This is absolutely fantastic project. I would love to watch every single episode from restoration. Totally in love

[@guy4469]

Could i trust you to put those alpina stripes down my light green E38, 728I I WOULD LIKE THEM .or do you know anyone theat can do it perfect , maybe silver or dark green or gold .my car is 100,% imaculate . maybe i would spoil it .

[@jurgenhenot5905]

Curious to see it being restored! hope it will become the beauty it was in the past! give it the love it deserves!

[@liambailesbailey3129]

Its a beauty mate. Looking forward to seeing you get it back to its former glory

[@thetoughcookie3665]

Amazing car :) I had couple of years Alpina D10. I don't buy cars anymore but happen to buy 31y old 535i this year. Have driven zero with it, only done bit repairs and bought parts :p

[@glade6076]

You can't go wrong with that car and it doesn't matter how much work it needs because. You won't regret it because they are very hard to come by. I'm sure you'll appreciate it in the end.

[@The777Garage]

I really hope as well

[@nefariouspurplebadger]

The guy selling the car talks too much.

[@artisbergmanis3872]

You are crazy ! 😜 but I’m sure you love everything you do 👍 good luck with it - will be mint after you will finish with it 🔥

[@atozdesigncarwrapping1621]

Nice buy mate! Enjoy the rebuild,it s a lot of work,but it will make sense eventually. If you need help,i m here 😁

[@olatron]

Very impressed mate, I'm sure it sill scrub up beautifully

[@southenglandbusspotting9965]

Do the timing chains rather than doing aesthetic stuff like respray.

[@berrymucuckiner4890]

The v12’s don’t have timing chain issues... you are thinking of the 4.4 740’s!

[@southenglandbusspotting9965]

@@berrymucuckiner4890 Yeah I know they don’t have issues but instead of wasting money on a respray job... might as well use it more beneficially on the timing chains and engine rebuild and refurbishment. 200k mile engine as well..

[@michaelhughes3302]

What happened to this thing? Parked upsidedown on its roof in a lake? This car has flood damage written all over it. Good luck to you.

[@ericwade6598]

I own a 98 740il, i have the v8, you basically bought 4 more issues than me 🤣 this car is terrible

[@henriquetroo4690]

i replayed the intro 20 times! professional intro!

[@The777Garage]

My mrs does all the filming and editing..she’s very excited about comment Thanks appreciate

[@petepenn1]

@@The777Garage You and Wife make a Killer Kombo...Great Work Family!

[@jamesmackie6959]

Edd , once you add your touch to the car , you will make it run like Brand new it is an Alpina , you like the challenge as well to bring the beast back pristine condition. all the best from China

[@hasan8777]

Fantastic find! Looking forward too seeing it back to former glory

[@beukye]

Watching from California beautiful

[@AllTorque]

Very jealous ... I saw this and wanted it and didn't know who to locate the guy who owned it lol .. would have been good for the channel haha. I'll have to stick with the 740 :-)

[@jameswilson8820]

I wished I had kept my e32 750l 😁

[@greyfergie100]

Well rescued. The previous owner would have killed it ! Clueless.

[@t2p]

Front springs need to be checked ...common to rust, break and take out the front tyre usually at high speeds

[@Andrew4181975]

That is the coolest E38 by far. Damn the idiots that let it get into that state! How does a car get mold in it so much? I'd just clean the interior then drive it as I fixed all the other stuff.

[@andrewcameron1050]

I wonder if dry ice blasting under the bonnet would work ? May remove all the rust etc ?

[@AdamAus85]

Shitty "carbon fibre" bmw badges says it all.

[@cchrist58]

Dear Mr 777 Garage !! I Love The CAR !! but I must Say, I think you gave Him Too Much for the car !! i Think the car is only worth £10 k that Being said , I Think You Did The Right Thing Buying The CAR !! Any-Way Good Luck & GodBless. i look Forward to see what it looks like when your finshed

[@The777Garage]

Yeah thought as well at the end but it is what it is now

[@t2p]

Lol throwing shade on Birmingham mechanics ...lmao so true

[@TheBigboySid]

I came for the car, subbed and notification bell turned on FOR THIS CAR 😍

[@HAZYFALKIRK]

Looking forward to the resto;)

[@billybowbob2071]

Awesome find! I bought a 98 750il after looking for years. Haven't seen another one for sale since here in Canada. 150000 kms, dark blue on tan, no facelift, minor body damage, runs and drives, $1500 Canadian dollars. No where near as much to do as yours! But I'm looking forward to watching you bring her back! Subscribed👍

[@jamesmackie6959]

Edd, I am very envious of you, i know you will do a good job on the car with your skill

[@kevinstuckey1902]

Well done you got plenty of time like you say slowly slowly but be quicker than me 😆

[@AliceDoodleBug]

Awesome buy! Can’t wait to see what you do with it in the end :D

[@davidde3438]

Sounds like engine run good. Thats Right?

[@The777Garage]

Engine is fine

[@bcraftin7846]

Chris Harris chose this Alpina B7 over all the high end classic retro cars on Chris Harris on cars.🙌🏽

[@franciscomarconunesdasilva8011]

Here in France we drive it on the right side of the road... Very very nice car

[@PeterCole86]

A very worthy addition to the fleet. Keen to see you work your magic!

[@tuanbe]

5:41 it just needs a clean 😂

[@timmudge3859]

Great video mate, really enjoyed watching it. If was still living there i would help you, if you need me too look out for any parts that you might need, then let me know. Cheers

[@chrisl5711]

That interior is absolutely awesome

[@epicon6]

What year is the car? All facelift B12 were 6.0l and this is 5.7l? The facelifts had widescreen navis too and this doesn't have the same gear selection as facelifts but the hood, grille, headlights and front side bodypanels are from the facellift.

[@The777Garage]

96 originally She’s going back to the original look

[@epicon6]

@@The777Garage The lci bumper/parts are also handy to protect the original style parts that are in storage. If it was my car that i would keep for a long time and if i would daily drive it i would do that.

[@jsmedia1648]

Good job mate, sounds like it needs a lot of work to get it how you want it. I’m surprised how good condition the interior is considering.

[@aramos811]

It really is not in terrible condition. With a little work and lots of time it can be an awesome B12 Alpina when you are finished restoring it. Good luck.

[@qthob1218]

PFL ar FL purnu

[@benjaminkaric2874]

The wires on the cats are preheating modules, they preheat the cats, if they don't work the car can't pass the Emission tests so no MOT, that's probably the reason it couldn't pass MOT. You can Google it "Alpina B12 EKAT" ***Like so he can see this***

[@The777Garage]

They couldn’t reset air bag light thats why no mot In next video u will see what a total losers worked on the car before as I started to strip it and the more ive stripped the worse it gets

[@benjaminkaric2874]

@@The777Garage im currently working on a project just like this, the previous owner didn't maintain it and it's a Mechanical mess, the electronics partially work, and when I turn it on the car freaks out and throws all possible lights on haha. I have the bigger brother, the e31 ✌️

[@billybowbob2071]

This is a 1996 car I heard him say. Face lift was 1999? I thought e-cats were 1999 and up only. But that might be here in north America. Or perhaps it has them because of the alpina package? I do know my 1998 750il does not have e-cats as it only has one battery. Also mine has air cooled alternator, not water cooled. Sorry, I'm still learning with these cars 😁

[@fozpringle1]

Chris harris would cream himself if he saw this

[@zachhersh8791]

Hope you fix it up, this will be one of the best driving experiences

[@SA-zoom1]

One badass looking beast

[@TidalSnow1]

God I would love to have me one of those. Bucket list Dream car

[@TidalSnow1]

If you ever sell it let me know please. Do you have a Facebook?

[@t.l.robinson2162]

You made a good buy. I know that it will be excellent when you are done with it.

[@wernerdanler2742]

No way would I have given more than 5 grand for it. Looks like both previous owners were real assholes for treating the car like this and letting things rot and fill with mold. I will keep watching to see if you get it back in good nick or give up on it.

[@The777Garage]

I thought as well, but where else I would find b12 for less?

[@petepenn1]

@@The777Garage ONCE in a Lifetime Buy...you got it! Price was pinned.

[@MrCynical999]

Look forward to seeing the restoration

[@thailanddeepred2005]

Hi love your channel you have such passion for these beautiful cars, I personally have a 750iL E38 1997 probably one of the best still around, I have owned her for 18 years and its now time to let her go to a good home, message me if anyone is interested. I live in Chandlers Ford, Hampshire

[@RAMBO.K88]

Bro you have any bmw e30

[@94EH]

Nice find Ed. Look forward to seeing more videos on this 👌🏼

[@fl0rinescu]

If any car is worth the effort, this is one of them. Best of luck with it man!

[@The777Garage]

Thanks

[@gustav32451]

E-cat, I belive they are electrically heated. Fixit properly and document it, then sell it back to germans/EU where we pay well for steering wheel on the correct side ;)

[@dhrider650]

now it's in good hands👍👍👍👍👍 congratilation.

[@rezaq1]

This was my dream E38. Where the F did you find this?!

[@ilmerqec4834]

Good buy mate. Hope everything goes well.

[@Heyhowdoi]

superb👍🏻

[@davemills6701]

This resto is going to hurt the pocket mate 😆

[@alanjohnstone2539]

Big project ,watch your costs it will soon rack up. Lots of new Oem bolts.😃you can do it👍

[@Roflmfaoftw]

goddamn it looks amazing

[@Jdsofar]

Yea just imagine the year is 2000 you are driving this car listening to classic trance

[@Atsuhik0]

I can give you the advice to open the door without the trim broken. you can access it through the door side airbag part.

[@The777Garage]

Ive took a door card off, access the lock and managed to open

[@EE_E38]

That 750 is in way better condition than the one I bought to restore. I'm not phased though because it will be awesome when it's done.

[@LianTaylor]

Just watched this, keep up the good work buddy ,look forward to seeing it finished 👍

[@baitse7676]

Bro, it's mint

[@rjkulman8990]

good luck with your project

[@veloman2010]

im russian i can english and deutsch but cant realize yours english is that kind of dialekt or you slavik by the way my mother t russian

[@epicon6]

Could not think of a better restoration project!

[@MrCynical999]

OMG, wish I had known it was in the uk and for sale, I would have bought it

[@The777Garage]

It wasn’t for sale actually

[@MrCynical999]

@@The777Garage You’re a lucky man, cant wait to see the restoration episodes

[@wag1here300]

U know what he needs do restore it which is currently doing and send it Canada auction 😏as its LHD

[@dralbertsmeinheimer5738]

Because it’s been damp inside the headliner glue degrades and is starting to sag at the back corners.

[@sishabadab6570]

How much did you pay for it.?

[@The777Garage]

It says in video

[@yasinthephotographer5508]

bro i just saw a huge ass spider in the engine bay 😭😭😭😭