- Entitled: ALPINA: 60 Years of Excellence
- Runs from May 16, 2025 till January 17, 2026
- 25 rare and significant ALPINAs on display
- The Ultimate Driving Museum is a division of the nonprofit BMW CCA Foundation
- Presenting Sponsor- ALPINA
- Associate Partner – BMW North America
- Associate Sponsors – The Tire Rack, Continental Tire, FCP Euro
- Supporting Sponsors – Coco Mats, BMW Performance Center
Greer, S.C. (2/25/2025) – The Ultimate Driving Museum is thrilled to announce a captivating exhibition titled ALPINA: 60 Years of Excellence. This extraordinary showcase will take visitors on a journey through the illustrious history of ALPINA, from its humble beginnings in a backyard workshop in Kaufbeuren, Germany, where it developed a power-enhancing multi-carburetor unit for the BMW 1500, to the sophisticated ALPINA models produced today alongside BMW automobiles. Set to run for eight months from May 16, 2025, to January 17, 2026, the exhibit will feature 25 remarkable automobiles, including motorsport legends and rare special editions, alongside hundreds of period art pieces, enthusiast loaned items, and memorabilia. Commemorating ALPINA’s 60th anniversary, this full-spectrum experience will include an engaging exhibition, exclusive merchandise, a series of immersive on-site events, all celebrating the prestigious legacy of ALPINA. Join us in honoring six decades of engineering prowess and luxury in automotive design.
“The cars chosen for the ALPINA: 60 Years of Excellence exhibit are truly remarkable. The enthusiasm of ALPINA owners is infectious, and through this exhibit, we aim to showcase the class and exclusivity that these owners have so generously shared.” says Bruce Hazard, Head of the Exhibit Committee, and Archival Trustee for The BMW CCA Foundation.
E34 ALPINA – photo by Klaus Schnitzer
Cars showcased the exhibition:
- 1970 – ALPINA 2002
- 1971 – ALPINA 2002
- 1971 – ALPINA 3.0 CS
- 1974 – ALPINA 3.0 S
- 1980 – ALPINA B7 Turbo
- 1981 – ALPINA B6 2.8
- 1982 – ALPINA B7 S Coupe
- 1985 -ALPINA B9 3.5
- 1988 – ALPINA C2 2.7 Convertible
- 1988 – ALPINA M3 Gruppe A
- 1989 – ALPINA B6 3.5S
- 1991 – ALPINA B10 Bi-Turbo
- 1991 – ALPINA RLE
- 1992 – ALPINA B12 5.0 Coupe
- 1995 – ALPINA B8 4.6 Touring
- 1996 – ALPINA B8 4.6 Convertible
- 1998 – ALPINA B12 5.0 Saloon E-KAT
- 2003 – ALPINA Roadster V8
- 2003 – ALPINA E53 X5 4.6is
- 2004 – ALPINA B3 S Coupe
- 2004 – ALPINA Roadster S
- 2006 – ALPINA B6 Coupe
- 2015 – ALPINA B6 xDrive Gran Coupe
- 2023 – ALPINA B8 Gran Coupe
- 2023 – ALPINA XB7
Opening Events, Registration, and Attending the ALPINA: 60 Years of Excellence Exhibit
All are welcome to visit and experience the ALPINA: 60 Years of Excellence exhibit. The Ultimate Driving Museum is open Monday through Friday 9am-5pm, and Saturday 10am-4pm, with last admission one hour before close. To see pricing, to purchase tickets online, or for more information, see https://theultimatedrivingmuseum.org/about/plan-your-visit/ Or https://theultimatedrivingmuseum.org/events/
B12 ALPINA – photo by Vlad Frunchak
The ALPINA: 60 Years of Excellence exhibit is made possible by our gracious sponsors. This exhibit is presented by ALPINA, and complimented by Associate Partner BMW NA, and Associate Sponsors: Tire Rack, Continental Tire, FCP Euro, and graciously enhanced by Supporting Sponsors: Coco Mats, the BMW Performance Center.
We will be kicking off ALPINA:60 Years of Excellence exhibit with VIP speakers, Continental Tire giveaways, 25 exquisite cars showcasing the history of ALPINA, and more during our opening weekend. Join us and register today!
ALPINA Opening Ceremony:
Join us on Thurday, May 15, 2025 for an exclusive evening presenting the history of ALPINA. Matt Russell, North American Representative for ALPINA, will lead the presentation and is supported by VIP speakers Erik Ploss, VP of Sales for ALPINA, and Carina Bovensiepen.
The Vintage Open House 2025: ALPINA
Join us on Friday, May 16, 2025 for a day full of fun. See the ALPINA exhibit for the first time, meet the wonderful exhibit owners, register to win a set of Continental tires, and more!
About The Ultimate Driving Museum
The Ultimate Driving Museum is a division of the BMW Car Club of America Foundation, an enthusiast-powered nonprofit, working in partnership with its donors, corporate partners, and the 55,000-plus members of the BMW Car Club of America. It is not a subsidiary or program of MINI USA, BMW AG or BMW North America, although they are strong partners. The Foundation’s shared mission is to help young drivers learn car control in real-world situations through the Tire Rack Street Survival program and celebrate the heritage of BMW Motorcars through its Museum, Archive, and Preservation programs. The BMW CCA Foundation operates the world’s second-largest BMW museum and archive, on seven acres adjacent to the BMW Performance Center in Greer, South Carolina.
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