From the BMW E30 series, Alpina obtained many sports models between 1983 and 1992, for a total of 1184 units produced. From February 1986 to July 1987 the C2 with 2.7-liter engine was available, based on the 325i and 325Ix. The engine without catalyst developed 210 horsepower, while the one with the catalyst (from March 1987) had 204. The C2 had a maximum speed of 230km / h (227 with catalyst) and acceleration from 0 to 100km / h in 6 "9.