INSIDE ALPINA B4 S Review - 2018 Joe Achilles

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6 жыл бұрын

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I was fortunate enough to be one of the first in the UK to get the keys to the new ALPINA B4 S. I decided it had to be taken to Wales, I wanted to explore it's proper potential away from the City lights. ALPINA make some very special cars, they are much more than simple tuned BMW, they feel like a stand alone product, which they are! This 190mph B4 S is no different.
Massive thanks to the following people -
ALPINA UK for their B4 S -
Website - www.alpina-automobiles.co.uk/en/
Instagram - / alpina_gb
Twitter - alpinagb?lang=en
Nick Fox for being No. 1 camera and drone expert -
Instagram - / nfoxtv
KZfaq - / nfoxuk
Graham for being Nick's assistant and No. 2 camera wizard -
Instagram - / forthedriveyt
KZfaq - / @forthedrive
Graham (For The Drive) also shot a behind-the-scenes video of the day. Check it out -
KZfaq - • Filming for Joe Achill...
Penpont House for accommodating Aaron and I for the night, also cooking the most AMAZING dinner! Check out their website guys, an incredible place to visit near Brecon in South Wales!
Website - www.penpont.com
Cheers for watching & please SUBSCRIBE for more :-)
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Cheers Joe

Пікірлер: 136

@LivingLifeFastLLF 6 жыл бұрын

I think you'll defo be on top gear at some point joe, best car review's with out fail 👌🏾

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks buddy far too kind, think you're up for that job too man! Can you imagine, you, me and Sid haha

@CARS_AT_100 6 жыл бұрын

agreed

@kohenmordechai5167 2 жыл бұрын

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@harlemzahir8682 2 жыл бұрын

@Kohen Mordechai Flixportal :)

@kohenmordechai5167 2 жыл бұрын

@Harlem Zahir thanks, I went there and it seems like a nice service =) Appreciate it!!

@kaparapsekiel6300 6 жыл бұрын

once again, another great review, a now consistent delivery from Joe..i just like how you really review while you actually do the driving on real out of city roads, perfect...looking forward to the next upload Achilles

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers, yeah I'm slowly getting the hang of talking whilst driving fairly hard... :-)

@johanneskramer18 6 жыл бұрын

Great review, Joe! I have a B4 and just took a tour through the Alps - you really do those cars justice!

@carlgreen2721 6 жыл бұрын

Joe cracking video as ever and Alpina working wonders as ever...So true how they just keep making you love them more the longer you have them..brill camera and editing work as ever cheers

@Bestwick1983 6 жыл бұрын

Loving the steady progression in production quality, Joe!

@allanmedrano3278 3 жыл бұрын

Another amazing video! Your production work is the beat!

@DownShiftThrottle 6 жыл бұрын

Alpina cars are something special. I've not driven any of the latest Alpina's recently but I recall the occasion when I was behind the wheel of the Alpina B3 'e36' model!

@thaalrasha 6 жыл бұрын

Great review, I can tell the great amount of work and editing ! Your videos keep getting better and better, I hope you get tones of more views you deserve soon :)

@angelburov202 2 жыл бұрын

This was just an outstanding review! It was a pure joy to watch!

@JoeAchilles1 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, glad you liked it 🙏

@iancross5370 6 жыл бұрын

Great review again Joe. Very natural when your talking to camera 👌👍👌👍

@sonic3333 6 жыл бұрын

Great video so love the Alpina cars. I drive past Sytner Nottingham every day and see that car on the front it looks stunning.

@VuxGaming 6 жыл бұрын

Oh my days, that colour is absolutely gorgeous.

@MatteBlack172 6 жыл бұрын

Cannot tell you how much I want an Alpina - all because of your videos Joe! Great work, keep it up 👍

@tomaustin5994 6 жыл бұрын

Really informative review fella great job 👍🏻 making me want an Alpina now!!

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers buddy, hopefully see you soon!

@ultimussslol1558 6 жыл бұрын

What a great looking car! Great review Joe!

@rento1973 6 жыл бұрын

Great review Joe. That car is perfect.

@kristanfoo155 5 жыл бұрын

Great review Joe. Great review and as a BMW owner like yourself a very thoughtful analysis.

@JoeAchilles1 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@bercavlad8560 6 жыл бұрын

Amazing work! Keep on doin' at this high level!

@andyneocleous 6 жыл бұрын

Great video Joe, well done

@alexmoran731 6 жыл бұрын

Great video. Love the Alpina content 👍🏽

@SidNorth 6 жыл бұрын

Great Review Dude 👌🏽. I think you have pretty much summed up everything on the B4S. I was very happy by the way it drove 🙌🏽 in fact I wish I had it on a circuit to moved her about 😈, I'm sure you feel the same. Brilliant video dude 👊🏽.

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers buddy, really looking forward to your video now :-)

@mattpashley5493 6 жыл бұрын

Hi joe another great vid I love the car. I haven't seen a 335d vs m135i yet I think it will be a good test 0-60, 30-70,0-100 etc etc look forward to your next video test thanks matt

@edwardrhodes6284 6 жыл бұрын

Good man! You told me I would have to rewatch the last video to get more B4S content...Glad you were joking! Thank you for sharing, as always I really enjoy your work.

@rare6499 6 жыл бұрын

This is on another level of cool compared to an M4 in my mind. Just that much classier! A much better everyday car as well, plus so much more exclusive. Great video as always mate.

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

Agreed mate! Cheers

@FishFind3000 4 жыл бұрын

Don’t forget more practical.

@chick3nh3ad93 6 жыл бұрын

Great video. Those roads look amazing 👌🏽

@PeterSommerlad 6 жыл бұрын

Can't wait for mine to arrive....

@tsviii9960 Жыл бұрын

Great review, agreed in racing video games sure give me the most stuff chassis with those perfect digital roads but in actual life on real roads with bumps and dips you want a more supple ride that won’t get too upset if leaned too hard.

@henotteke 6 жыл бұрын

great review once more Joe! you really got the Alpina virus like me ;-) and you really know what Alpina is all about! keep up the good work!

@EdwardV20 6 жыл бұрын

Video quality is like the car's quality, top notch!

@dickie8184 6 жыл бұрын

Another great video Joe. Love that color. Would love to see it more on BMW'S.

@LeonardoDaveinci 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this review!!

@PetrolPed 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome review. Love the cheeky bit of oppo at the beginning along with the drone work 👍 Is the really low level panning shot from a drone too ?

@MrCandycorona 6 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Joe. Will you be doing a complete M4 review from the car you had? Keep up the good work. Massive fan

@markcompton6750 6 жыл бұрын

Again Joe.... top video. Keep it going.

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers Mark!

@CarsofGlasgow 4 жыл бұрын

Love the colour

6 жыл бұрын

Great review....

@peterharris7862 6 жыл бұрын

Great review mate and what a car tops out at 190 that is crazy... but yet it can be used as a daily its like a grown up M4 and its more luxurious whats not to love.

@Viddough Жыл бұрын

One of the most stealth underrated cars ,it’s my dream car ❤️

@darrenparry2891 6 жыл бұрын

Another great vid Joe and congrats on avoiding saying 'That's what she said' :-)

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

Haha how did I manage to do that! ;-)

@markahomer 6 жыл бұрын

Another first class video.

@adammarcik6101 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing video! Really thanks a lot for warming up our petrol harts! I really enjoyed this. Hopefully I'll be driving those roads in Wales soon

@paulpateman3968 6 жыл бұрын

Stunning car stunning video still have a M4GTS keep up the brilliant videos

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers! The GTS is twice the money though, for that money I would have a AMG GTR

@neverobey1477 6 жыл бұрын

Wow those roads at night time must be awesome to drive in!

@jasonpowell8595 3 жыл бұрын

Superb !

@MotechPerformance 6 жыл бұрын

Well done ! Stunning work. Good watch with my coffee lol

@MilesDrive 6 жыл бұрын

Good engineering made great. Great stuff, Joe👍

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

So true! Thank you!

@CARS_AT_100 6 жыл бұрын

what a nature around, crazy

@aliglesias168 6 жыл бұрын

Great Video Joe as usual I really agree with Ricky all the way to top gear and I hope soon!

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

Haha Cheers man, would love Ricky to be right, would love him on the show too!

@sorenklausbo5685 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great review Joe! I so agree with you. What an elegant racer. True about the interior. I would prefer Oyster with dark green stitching :-) Keep on going with the Alpina stuff pls.

@sullivant96 6 жыл бұрын

Great review Joe, starting to think if I'm ever in the position to buy a car like that I'd go the Alpina route now! Any idea if you'll get your hands on a new b5 (hopefully touring) at any point? The stats on that look insane...candidate for best all round car on the planet I'd say! Keep up the good work

@harryc266 6 жыл бұрын

Great video joe! What an epic spec! Hopefully one day but currently only 21so.. 💔 😂

@barleywhiner 5 жыл бұрын

It is shocking to me that anyone not looking for simply a track toy would even consider an M4 when this is available. I have an M2 competition on the way, but if this were available stateside, I would spring for it no doubt. Simply gorgeous... and I think the color combo is on point. Looks like far nicer leather than BMW even offers in the 7 series.

@petemayes1216 3 жыл бұрын

Back for more of my love.... Alpina

@alanbutterfield8057 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Joe, the is no doubt about it this Alpina B4 S has a great sounding engine and exhaust note is also bang on and your wright this is stand alone product and for £60k I think it’s a bit of a bargain and the ride like you stated looks creamy smooth and I could see it wanted to play and give the drive the enjoyment with out ending upside down in a ditch. I’m still not sure why you can’t get your hands on press cars I think you have proven you can drive any car and drive it well you just need to keep banging on the doors if BMW & Alpina trust you what more do they need. As ever Best wishes Alan B

@johnkeen4325 Жыл бұрын

Love my alpina d3 biturbo, these cars are for people who love driving,,

@rick9380 3 жыл бұрын

I've got a B3 biturbo and it does 9.5 to MPG, not happy, just got it.

@Reynoldinio 6 жыл бұрын

Is the leather inside that particular model their Lavalina stuff? I've been speccing one and I'm not sure how worthwhile the Lavalina interiors are. Are there any options you'd say are indispensable?

@irdumitru 5 жыл бұрын

What is the colour of the interiour ? I am interested in a B4s and i absolutely love the colour of the interiour.

@robertstanley9902 6 жыл бұрын

Quality presenting, quality content, quality car..... great job as always Joe. (Now, where can i find £70k!)

@adwian1 6 жыл бұрын

Not your cuppa tea and the interior is tea coloured eh! Unintentional pun ;) Great video Joe, big soft spot for Alpinas!

@zemekiel 6 жыл бұрын

Great stuff as always Joe! Only thing missing is the top speed test in Germany. Does this also come as Allrad? I'd imagine it would break into the 3 seconds 0-62 then.

@IcelanderUSer 6 жыл бұрын

Great thing about alpinas in the US is that you can pick one up used for a fraction of the Msrp. Which I don’t understand but hey...

@iantaf5559 6 жыл бұрын

Nice piece of kit, Joe!! Which road was that you were driving on??

@z00h 6 жыл бұрын

Another great review mate! Lovely car and I do like the interior although I understand why it can be a bit marmite.

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers man, yeah it's a marmite colour ;-)

@burnham7673 6 жыл бұрын

I went for saddle brown in my mineral grey D3 Touring, and it gets more positive comments than negative...I think its just different, and some people prefer a safer option. Mind you, I'm not sure of be happy with the stitching on the dash at 2:22...it looks like a blind person did it.

@antonoat 6 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic car and a great video. Not sure if you realise Joe, but you've just highlighted what's wrong with BMW and what's so clever about Alpina. BMW don't seem to realise that ride and handling are linked, get either aspect wrong and it can totally mess up any car which is primarily used on public roads. It's ok fitting massive low profile wheels and tyres but if the suspension isn't sorted properly it really can ruin a car. I've felt for a long time that modern day BMW is all about making money and not about making the best cars they can. Hey ho, thankfully there is Alpina for those who actually understand what a decent car should be. Cheers man, all the best.

@cnh1184 6 жыл бұрын

Quality review by a quality guy on an absolute quality car. Great stuff again Joe. Can just imagine what that fine vehicle would cost in Australia after the govt have their wicked way with it.

@henotteke 6 жыл бұрын

there is an Alpina importer in Australia since last year i think, so you can easily ask prices!

@sueharmes9443 6 жыл бұрын

Wonder why this is so much more expensive than the Derv Problem as ever stick the MPPK on the 440i then talk to Tony Lewis and the cost difference of this may be at least £25k maybe getting on for £30k which is crazy and thats bearing in mind what Alpina have done here and that makes it just impossible to justify unless you are minted,great vid Joe But as a B3s owner in 2004 how much Id love one..good luck Joe,Pete

@AlexOliver555 6 жыл бұрын

I'll take the B3 S just for that added practicality. And who wouldn't want a comfortable, quiet 3 series that will also do 190mph and scare quite a lot of more exotic and expensive machinery.

@hungrysurfer9471 5 ай бұрын

Does anyone know how does the steering feedback feels in comparison with a traditional hydraulic rack from BMW 15 years ago ? Like a 1M or E90 M3.

@ajmark2031 6 жыл бұрын

Another great vid Joe, nice one! So the big question ........ which would win in a rolling race between this B4 and the M4 CP? You surely tested this while you had both at your disposal? ;-)

@soundseeker63 6 жыл бұрын

Was just thinking, how rare it is to see green cars nowadays! Looks very elegant, but best without those silly side stickers. Definitely more tasteful than an M4, even with those wheels that look straight from the 80s. Also sounds better too Imo. Definitely pick this over an M4!

@stevealexR1 6 жыл бұрын

soundseeker63 I had a 2016 Jaguar XE-S 3.0 Supercharged in British Racing Green and it looked superb. I had to legally reject it after four months though due to JLR’s ongoing issues with their InControl Touch Pro infotainment system simply not working (well documented on KZfaq!) - they’re still having issues nearly two years on with the new Range Rovers using the same system too. After going through a 2016 Merc C43 (rubbish build / “crabbing” issues / juddering wipers - all also well documented) and a 2017 Audi S5 Coupe (nice except for terrible driving position, seat comfort and lack of lumbar support despite 4-Way electric lumbar adjuster), I now have a brand new 2018 BMW 440i Coupe which I love. It is so much nicer to drive, more responsive and way more comfortable than either the atrocious Mercedes C43 and average Audi S5. Think I’ve finally found a decently designed and built car that is comfortable AND fun to drive!

@s94p 6 жыл бұрын

Can you spec an M Sport steering wheel?

@robc7055 6 жыл бұрын

What part of Wales were you driving in, looks a great place to be driving

@fulaan1 5 жыл бұрын

What’s their rationale for the buttons instead of paddles?

@SB_Rizl 6 жыл бұрын

Is this black mountain in Wales

@FlynnBellamyCars 9 ай бұрын

I certainly prefer it to the M4, it’s much more graceful.

@jameswingrove7421 6 жыл бұрын

Another great video mate, nice one! But, I have a question about the push button shifters on the steering wheel as I've never had a chance to sit in an Alpina with them in before (sat in an e90 D3 BiTurbo once...really liked it...anyway, I digress), my question is; Do you have to actually have a really careful aim and press the silver bits marked + and - or is there more you can press, like a whole section that you have to click when you want to change gear? Cheers :)

@burnham7673 6 жыл бұрын

The silver bits you see are not actually the buttons themselves. The buttons are on the back of the wheel where your index finger naturally sits when holding the wheel. The silver part is more just a marker I guess for where the buttons can be found on the wheel, and which is to change up/down.

@jameswingrove7421 6 жыл бұрын

Burnham76 Ah right, I'm with you, cheers :)

@burnham7673 6 жыл бұрын

James Wingrove I opted for the paddles on my D3, but wonder if I should have kept the buttons for true Alpinaness!

@jameswingrove7421 6 жыл бұрын

Burnham76 Ah right, I've been looking at the E92 variant on Auto Trader as a post apprenticeship treat, and since I haven't had the chance to drive or even sit in one, I wanted to know... You're definitely rather lucky to be the proud owner of one, that's for sure.

@JasonJPWimages 6 жыл бұрын

Alpina should do there version of the 1/2 series!

@ian7675 6 жыл бұрын

Jason Wright If you watch Joe's interview with the CEO of Alpina he'll explain why they don't make them. Basically all down to the cost it would end up having.

@alfredthethird5202 3 жыл бұрын

I want one

@cristianionutmacovei2081 6 жыл бұрын

Hi;)) can you take the Alpina DS5 2017 please!? And describe all you can about this car please please!!! Thanks

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

+Cristian Cristin I have asked ALPINA for a DS5 but unfortunately they sold their demo... It would mean flying to Germany in the new year, but German versions use a different engine so that wouldn't make sense. I'm also dying to film the new B5. Big shame :-(

@cristianionutmacovei2081 6 жыл бұрын

Joe Achilles ok ;) i understand that sory for language anyway;)) I wach you togheter with Andreas bovensiepen review with Alpina B7 was ameizing reviw very interesting good job !!! I aspect you în future with bmw alpina xd3 2017 the new version good look and good road! Thanks for explicit videos keep always like that! ;))

@bartvandergracht8019 4 жыл бұрын

I can buy a 2015 B4 60k miles OR a manual 2018 240i with 600miles for around the same price. Which one should I go for?

@JoeAchilles1 4 жыл бұрын

The APLINA if it has main dealer warranty

@bartvandergracht8019 4 жыл бұрын

Joe Achilles the 240i comes with 4y dealer warranty, the B4 with 2 year dealer warranty. Thanks for your input! I will break my head some more today.

@mspotify994 4 ай бұрын

@@bartvandergracht8019what did you choose?

@joespavin3792 6 жыл бұрын

Nice one Joe. Get the feeling you like this car a bit! Great machine with cracking all round road capabilities. How would you compare it to the D3? The only downside with Alpina are the centre cap badges which are susceptible to corrode after one winter making those beautiful classics look a bit shabby before they should. Alpina green has to be one of my all time favorites.

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers Joe! I still think the D3 is the best value ALPINA on sale, this is definitely faster and sounds better, more of a sports car regardless of body style.

@SSSDDDOOOGGG 6 жыл бұрын

is it AWD? cheers

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

+Siemen Dilissen No, we only get RWD version in the UK

@spera438 5 жыл бұрын

Sheers!

@edysinsimon8646 6 жыл бұрын

Sadly, This fine car isn't in the cards for the states! The B6/7 is here, but not the lovely B4! A crime indeed!

@bmwalpina4628 6 жыл бұрын

'S' models are always significantly better then previous versions. Even if we have a look on E46... 280PS vs 305PS makes a big difference but sadly it's reflected in price of 'S' model :(

@daniel_alexander_ 6 жыл бұрын

The Alpina one needs. Haha

@jedflex 6 жыл бұрын

DAAAAAAMNNNN

@commanderrussels2612 6 жыл бұрын

Green is the patrician car color.

@RaGeAlucard 6 жыл бұрын

is it much louder than the stock 435i?

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

From the exterior it really is, inside you only hear real organic sounds whereas the 435 has the sound box that produces engine sound through the speakers.

@jonathanramirez232 6 жыл бұрын

its purpose is to be more luxurios so probably not

@HariSingh96K 5 жыл бұрын

Jonathan Ramirez it definitely is a lot louder.

@erandhasani9687 6 жыл бұрын

love your vids 6th time im saying😂

@JoeAchilles1 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you and thanks for watching! :-)

@swansmeister 2 жыл бұрын

I just wonder how the carscene will change now everybody in Europe is obligated to have a blackbox from May 2022 on new cars and from 2024 all cars even older ones if possible, I wonder if fast cars will still be bought seeing this blackbox will store all that data and they could and probably gonna give you fines at the end of the year when they read it out.

6 жыл бұрын

Roninmobile.

@alexringb 6 жыл бұрын

I always wonder (and have written it in some reviews) why Alpina insists on using that ugly bulky steering wheel (that goes with every base model BMW) while BMW itself offers the nice and elegant 3-spoke one (with the small round center) that goes with the M cars. Of course it's just my opinion but this one seems like one of the ugliest ever while the other one is maybe my fave of any brand...