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" CHICAGO \u2014 BMW brings high performance to the super-luxury market with the introduction of the Alpina B7, a souped-up version of the 7-series luxury model specially modified by Alpina. The limited-edition vehicle features a supercharged V8 engine that develops 500 hp and world-class 0-60 mph times in the 4.8-second range (based on factory times).  Visual differences from the standard 7 series are minimal but include a functional rear spoiler and oversize 21-in.-high, Z-rated tires and wheels.  Briefly, here&amp;#039;s what the Alpina B7 offers:  basic 7-series body and structure a 4.4-liter, supercharged V8 engine 500 hp at 5500 rpm 516 lbs.-ft. of torque at 4250 rpm sport-tuned suspension with Active Roll Stabilization steering-wheel-mounted shift controls six-speed automatic transmission.    BMW figures to sell only 200 of the Alpina B7 in the U.S. this year at an MSRP price of $115,696 each. \u2014Jim Dunne BMW Alpina B7 (CLICK TO ENLARGE) "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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