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Old Alpina is back: the Bovensiepen 05 GT is a 789bhp modified M5 Touring

The Bovensiepen 05 GT is a 789bhp modified BMW M5 Touring with Alpina-inspired styling and bespoke luxury, now confirmed in production. Built in Buchloe using Alpina’s legacy, it targets the high-end tuner market. Sources credit an ex-Alpina executive and BMW designer for its direction. Pricing starts at €200,000.

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  1. Bovensiepen 05 GT: 789bhp Alpina-style M5 Touring revealed at €200k

    The Bovensiepen 05 GT is a 789bhp modified BMW M5 Touring with Alpina-inspired styling and bespoke luxury, now confirmed in production. Built in Buchloe using Alpina’s legacy, it targets the high-end tuner market. Sources credit an ex-Alpina executive and BMW designer for its direction. Pricing starts at €200,000.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Bovensiepen 05 GT is a 789bhp modified BMW M5 Touring with classic Alpina styling and bespoke luxury.
    • Pricing for the 05 GT starts at €200,000.
    • The vehicle uses a V8 hybrid powertrain, matching BMW’s configuration in the M5.
    • The kerb weight is 2,555kg, slightly heavier than the G99 M5 Touring due to luxury interior materials.
    • Production takes place in the same Buchloe factory historically used by Alpina.
    • The project is led by an ex-Alpina executive and a BMW designer.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The 05 GT may be positioned as the successor to Alpina’s B5 Touring model, though this has not been directly confirmed by Bovensiepen.
    • The 05 GT’s development suggests a revived Alpina brand under Bovensiepen, though no official statement has been made on this transition.
    confidence 95%

  2. Alpina’s Bovensiepen 05 GT: 789bhp M5 Touring with €200k price tag

    A revived Alpina brand under Bovensiepen has unveiled a high-performance M5 Touring variant, now confirmed at 789 horsepower. The project merges Alpina’s heritage with a modern, refined aesthetic and aggressive powertrain upgrades. Pricing starts at €200,000, positioning it as a luxury tuner’s take on BMW’s flagship sedan. Multiple sources credit an ex-Alpina executive and BMW designer for the project’s direction.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Bovensiepen 05 GT is a modified BMW M5 Touring with 789 horsepower.
    • The vehicle is priced at €200,000, targeting luxury tuner buyers.
    • The project is led by an ex-BMW designer and former Alpina executive, reviving the Alpina brand under Bovensiepen.
    • The M5 Touring’s design has been described as more elegant and tasteful through Bovensiepen’s modifications.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The designer behind the new Mini also contributed to the M5 Touring’s aesthetic refinements.
    • Alpina’s revival under Bovensiepen includes plans for additional high-performance BMW models beyond the M5 Touring.
    confidence 92%