has anybody driven the new alpina b7 with AWD yet ? I am ordering a SWB b7 and trying to decide AWD or RWD but nervous to try the AWD without being able to test drive one first.

 

Do you need the AWD?? I would assume having NYC in your username, you experience some snow... So AWD would def. help in that situation - As far as a Test Drive, I doubt you'd notice any difference, just a little bit of extra weight. But in the slick stuff, it will make a big difference.

 

I've only driven a RWD F01 750i and B7. I read a good review of RWD vs Xdrive in Roundel. The journalists preferred the AWD 7er in almost every test. It seemed to really helped keep the big sedan stable on the track and provide a confident ride in any weather condition. If you plan on driving in winter and you live in the NE, then why not go AWD to be safe? I'm more excited to see pics of your B7 when it's delivered. Amazing car.

Reviews: 2010 BMW 750i xDrive - Automobile Magazine

2010 BMW 750i / 750Li xDrive - First Drive Review - Auto Reviews - Car and Driver

Big and Agile

"Throw even the extended-wheelbase 750Li xDrive into a corner, and you’d think you were driving something the size of a 335i, with nicely weighted steering that gets a bit heavier as you go through a corner and the front wheels pull you through."

 

AWD - 100% for up here

 

interesting that everybody is voting for AWD I am a bit worried that it will loose some of the great driving dynamics. Guess I worry too much

 

I've heard/read that the AWD is pretty transparent in the big BMWs. I'm really curious to hear your impressions of the B7 (esp. if you get AWD). I'm trying to convince my wife it's time for me to move on to big sedans... Good luck with your decision!

 

went with the awd will give some feedback when the car arrives but will be about 3 months

 

Congrats man. What color?

 

xDrive is a lot better than you might think. I drove a 750iL M Sport with xDrive last fall pretty extensively and I was surprised at how much it felt like a RWD car. To be honest, unless you're really pushing the car - you're probably not going to notice much different between the standard B7 and AWD B7.

Either way, excellent choice! Everyone's been raving about the F01 B7.

 

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Any updates? It'd be great to hear some personal reviews on this beast.