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Although BMW has its M Division, the Alpina custom shop provides a different take on higher-performance luxury, with perhaps a more balanced, less motorsports-derived approach. The next to come from the makers of the 7-Series-based B7 is the 3-Series-based B3.

Like the B7, the B3 is likely to be slightly more powerful than the standard 3-Series it's based on, along with a range of upgraded technology, comfort, and luxury features. The current B3 S, not sold in the U.S., offers 395 horsepower from the 335i's turbo in-line six-cylinder engine. We expect the next B3 to offer similar numbers. A special-edition Alpina B3 GT3, also not sold in the U.S., was revealed at last year's Tokyo Motor Show, with a sharper overall performance package and 408 horsepower, showing there's potential for more.

In the spy shots, you can see Alpina-specific wheels, a small rear trunk lid spoiler, and BMW M-style Alpina dual exhausts. The bodywork is also--minimally--tweaked, with a slightly more aggressive front bumper treatment. Expect Alpina-specific details in the cabin as well, including Alpina badging and unique materials options.

The Alpina B3 is expected to make its debut in early 2013 as a 2013 model, though whether it will come to the U.S. is still unknown.

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To date, Alpina has sold just two models in the U.S., the 2003 Alpina Roadster V8, based on BMW's brilliant but small-volume Z8, and the 2007-2008 Alpina B7. All of these have been sold, but the third model, the 2013 Alpina B7 is available for special order--starting from $127,600.

We'll keep you updated as we learn more about the specifics of the 2013 Alpina B3, and whether it will make to our shores or not.

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Adalberto Burke Posted: 8/8/2012 7:48pm PDT

Should the 2013 Alpina B7 come to the United States, I am not sure it would beat the notable 2013 BMW M5 in sales at a price nearly $30 grand above the latter; unless you are one of those highly knowledgeable BMW purists with money in your wallet to spare

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