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Alpina B3 (E36)

1993–1998

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  • Lowest price

    US$29,500

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$29,500

    Since 2020 · n=1

  • Highest price

    US$29,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    1

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 1 lots

Alpina B3

Based on 1 verified auction result

No signal yet

US$29,500

Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

Not enough sales data

5-Year Forecast

Not enough sales data

Estimates based on 1 verified United States sale.

Market scores

38

Desirability

Illiquid

10

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Alpina B3 E36 commands a median price of US$29,500 in the current market, though confidence in this valuation remains limited by the extremely thin transaction sample—just a single recorded sale over the past twelve months.

Liquidity for the E36 Alpina is severely constrained, with no active listings tracked and minimal secondary-market turnover. This illiquidity means buyers and sellers should expect protracted search times and wide negotiation ranges when deals do materialize.

The model occupies the collectible tier with a score of 6, benefiting from its status as an appreciating classic. However, broader desirability remains low, suggesting that the E36 Alpina appeals primarily to a niche group of BMW and Alpina enthusiasts rather than commanding crossover appeal.

The absence of reliable transaction history and forward-looking projections reflects the fundamental challenge of this segment: too few sales to establish meaningful trend data or confidence in price direction over the next three to five years. Prospective buyers should approach any valuation with caution and rely on specialist appraisals rather than market consensus.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$29,500
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,030
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months1
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$29,500
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$29,500 – US$29,500
  • Total Sales Tracked1

Recent sales

  • US$29,500

    Bring a Trailer · 27 Apr 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.