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2016 AC Schnitzer ACL2 Concept

2016 AC Schnitzer ACL2 Concept With the AC Schnitzer ACL2, the BMW tuning professionals present a vehicle which delivers 570hp to the road. This is possible thanks to the replacement of the same old engine by using an M4 power plant with an AC Schnitzer performance upgrade, and with the aid of getting rid of the Vmax restriction via manage unit programming. The rear confined slip differential with Drexler diff lock from 25 to 95 percent allows extraordinarily brief cornering. The optimised carbon intake tract and light-weight battery in addition illustrate the which means of the letter "L" in the call of the idea automobile (now not to be had on the market). Under the motto "Less is greater", the Aachen-based engineers have designed the ACL2 so light that, with 2.54 kg consistent with hp, it puts automobiles like the Ferrari 458 Italia or the Porsche 911 GT3 RS within the color.

The speedo needle of this first rate automobile may be held properly in take a look at thanks to 6-pot fixed caliper brakes at the the front with 400 x 38 mm carbon ceramic brake discs (drilled) and 4-pot brakes on the rear with 380 x 28 mm carbon ceramic discs (drilled).

More energy below the bonnet is also ensured by the AC Schnitzer downpipe, which further boosts power and torque. The AC Schnitzer sports activities exhaust system with special catalytic converter (2 hundred cpsi) blended with AC Schnitzer "Racing EVO Carbon" tailpipes in right/left mixture affords breath-taking acoustic performance - not best on the Geneva International Motor Show.

When AC Schnitzer receives keep of a car of the M-series, motorsport enthusiasts rub their fingers together with glee. This is partially because the Aachen organisation constantly pulls out all of the stops on the subject of suspension and bodywork. The replacement of the standard axles on the M 235i and the improve to M4 technology, together with the completely height-adjustable AC Schnitzer Clubsport suspension which additionally gives complete adjustment of compression and rebound tiers, suggest that you could feel the thrust of the ACL2 even at a standstill. AC Schnitzer help bearings and the bodywork-stiffening M4 carbon strut braces convey motorsport uncompromisingly onto the street.

The sportingly set suspension is supported aerodynamically with the aid of a skirt to optimise air flow, with AC Schnitzer carbon front spoiler elements, AC Schnitzer the front splitter and carbon the front side wings ( per facet).

The rear of the AC Schnitzer ACL2 also seems beyond the M-popular: AC Schnitzer carbon rear diffuser, carbon "Racing" rear wing with Gurney flap and unique solving toes (250 mm clear of the boot) reveal that less weight definitely may be more - while not having to sacrifice marvelous aesthetics.

The AC Schnitzer wheelarch extensions at the front, with air outlet openings within the wheelarch and three air deflector wings on every facet also enhance the powerful look. This is in addition reinforced by the AC Schnitzer rear wheelarch extensions with air inlet commencing and air outlet openings at the wheelarch, together with two air deflector wings on every facet. These conversions add 140 mm to the width of the standard car, 70 mm on every side.

The AC Schnitzer carbon bonnet with Bonnet Vents in black, and unique functions including the special paintwork in Classic Racing Green and the AC Schnitzer unique "Racing" sports mirrors, visually entire the sizeable tuning bundle for the bodywork.

Tuning enthusiasts invited to sit down inner may be inspired by using the indoors which has been completely restyled, making the coronary heart of each individualist beat quicker. BiColor leather-based indoors (green and perforated Nappa leather-based) in aggregate with black suede with green stitching, and indoors trim strips in matt Classic Racing Green, maintain the acute performance of the ACL2 within the indoors. AC Schnitzer Carbon racing bucket seats in BiColor, with black/green Nappa leather and carbon look leather-based with ACL2 logo, the AC Schnitzer "Evo" 3-spoke sports airbag steerage wheel in Nappa and perforated leather, inexperienced suede indicator, and carbon door handles and centre console, show that design and aesthetics are some other key region of competence for the AC Schnitzer experts.

The new AC Schnitzer control display, displaying e.G. Oil temperature, consumption air temperature, raise strain and so forth., and an AC Schnitzer combi-tool with pace display as much as 330 km/h (in training) visually expose the technical finesse of the concept vehicle within the interior. Naturally, the acquainted but great tuning components for the indoors aren't lacking: AC Schnitzer keyholder, aluminium pedal set, aluminium foot rests with illuminated AC Schnitzer logo, "Black Line" aluminium equipment knob and "Black Line" aluminium handbrake manage, together with velours foot mats with AC Schnitzer emblem, are supplemented inside the ACL2 with door sill strips showing the ACL2 brand.

The AC Schnitzer ACL2 takes simply 3.9 seconds to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h, and reaches a pinnacle velocity of 330 km/h on wheelsets of AC Schnitzer AC1 forged alloys in BiColor (pink anodised/polished) shod with 20" 285/25 ZR 20 Michelin PSS tyres on the front and rear.

2011 AC Schnitzer ACS5 Sport S Concept

2011 AC Schnitzer ACS5 Sport S Concept With the new BMW five-Series saloon and the brand new BMW five-Series Touring, in 2011 new 5-Series models have been presented the celebrated iF Award for first-rate product design. Equally prizeworthy is the AC Schnitzer ACS5 Sport S Saloon based totally on the BMW 5-Series saloon, which celebrates its most desirable on the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.

With this concept car, the Aachen-based totally tuning expert AC Schnitzer is demonstrating new and uncommon components of riding pleasure. With a overall performance improve from 407 to 540 HP, the AC Schnitzer engineers are pushing the limits of the viable - for more dynamics and performance. The riding performance is at thoroughbred sportscar level: the dash from 0 - a hundred kph takes simply four.5 seconds, and the top velocity is round 320 kph. A glance under the bonnet with the AC Schnitzer engine and engine bay styling shows just who's answerable for the revolutionary refinement. The AC Schnitzer confined slip differential with as much as 75% effect ensures that the exceptional electricity reaches the factor wherein it's miles wished.The AC Schnitzer twin sports rear silencer with chromed "Sports Trim" tail pipe trims left and right combines interesting appearance and sound.

What does the sophisticated driving force count on from perfect brakes? Perfect braking of course! With the AC Schnitzer high overall performance brake machine with 8-piston constant calipers left and right, and an eight-piece kit of brake pads and caliper holders for the the front axle, all expectancies of ideal deceleration and most stability are amply fulfilled. And the driving dynamics depart nothing to be preferred. The AC Schnitzer racing suspension courses the saloon perfectly thru the corners.

The AC Schnitzer tuning professionals might be focussing at the reactions to the brand new aerodynamic additives for the frame of the five-Series saloon. As well as the familiar AC Schnitzer front spoiler and chromed front grille, a brand new carbon front spoiler centre element offers the AC Schnitzer ACS5 Sport S Saloon a fair extra striking aspect. The carbon air ducts for the brakes left and proper make sure good enough air flow for the excessive overall performance brake gadget, and the brand new AC Schnitzer carbon side skirts virtually beautify the side view of the idea automobile. The engine bay is ventilated with the aid of the bonnet vents from the cutting-edge AC Schnitzer variety. Together with in addition add-ons already available, which include the AC Schnitzer rear roof spoiler, the rear spoiler and the rear skirt extension, new factors including the AC Schnitzer sports activities wings left and proper with Chromline Set and the carbon rear diffusor make a contribution to the exceptional appearance. The AC Schnitzer loading sill protection movie and the BiColor film trim harmoniously entire the sporting elegance of the body conversion. Possible and probably reactions to one of these nicely-ready vehicle are green with envy glances, which the proud motive force seated behind the AC Schnitzer sports activities airbag steerage wheel with painted spokes can revel in inside the new AC Schnitzer sports activities mirror.

The AC Schnitzer ACS5 Sport S saloon seems at the Geneva Motor Show with full leather-based trim in BiColor, painted interior trim strips and racing bucket seats with AC Schnitzer emblem, which form a part of the general idea for the interior. The AC Schnitzer variety already carries the AC Schnitzer "Black Line" aluminium cover for the i-Drive gadget controller, the aluminium foot rests and pedal set, velours boot mat and foot mats.

2011 AC Schnitzer 99d Concept

2011 AC Schnitzer 99d Concept The AC Schnitzer 99d Concept generates simplest 99g/km CO2 - this is much less than any preferred BMW car available at gift.

And no matter this, riding pride is guaranteed way to 190 HP / 140 kW. The 99d hurries up from zero - one hundred in an electrifying 6.9 s and has a top velocity of 235 km/h - a car with all the carrying genes, in fact a true AC Schnitzer. And with a gasoline consumption of just three.Eight litres diesel in step with a hundred km.

So how does this Concept Car by means of AC Schnitzer manage to achieve such low figures? AC Schnitzer calls the aggregate of functions Efficient Performance.

"Pleasure is the driving pressure!" That applies now not only to the BMW engineers however additionally - and mainly - to the tuning experts at AC Schnitzer.

Diesel engine and matching pressure train

A diesel engine in a BMW Z4, and the most green presently to be had from BMW. It comes from the 320d EfficientDynamics. And of direction now the energy has been optimised by using the Aachen experts to one hundred ninety HP and 420 Nm torque (standard 320d EfficientDynamics Edition: 163 HP).

230 kg weight saving

The elegant light-weight coupé demonstrates what is technically possible these days. The power supply for instance is a light-weight lithium ion battery rather than the usual lead accumulator. The use of similarly lightweight substances which include carbon, magnesium and titanium has finished in addition substantial financial savings inside the interior system. So it is lighter than any cutting-edge trendy BMW.

Weight discount in unsprung mass

35 kg less weight in the parts without delay connected to the wheels, consisting of wheels, tyres and brakes, results in a perceptible advantage in agility and riding pride. The latest forging strategies using materials from the aerospace industry guarantee power and an unbeatable weight saving. For example, the AC Schnitzer light-weight four-pot excessive overall performance brake device with retraction gadget for the front axle, and the light-weight brake discs on the front and rear axles, make sure the shortest braking distances.

Or the Type VIII one-piece high-energy forged rims used on the AC Schnitzer 99d. These weigh in at simply 7.9 kg in line with wheel and are linked to the car with titanium wheel bolts. Experts say that measures to lessen the unsprung mass have a benefit of as much as four times the load saving. This approach that during terms of agility, the AC Schnitzer 99d looks like a vehicle which universal weighs 335 kg less.

Special Eco-tyres from Continental

The Continental BLUECO tyres length 225/35*19 had been a special idea development together with AC Schnitzer. These tyres assist optimise the rolling resistance. The design is a refinement of the Conti Sport Contact 5P, and permits wearing using way to its excessive cornering balance and ZR speed score of over 240 km/h.

Adaptation of EfficientDynamics

Behind the BMW EfficientDynamics concept lies a technology package deal of sensible measures which extensively lessen fuel intake and emissions. These technologies from the BMW 320d had been incorporated into the AC Schnitzer 99d: Automatic start-forestall, brake energy restoration, tools shift display, low-friction lubricants and lively aerodynamics.

Improved aerodynamics

The bodywork decreased by 30 mm, in conjunction with several AC Schnitzer carbon aerodynamic additives, reduces drag. The AC Schnitzer racing suspension with adjustable dampers reduces the residual spring tour to a carrying but still at ease level, particularly while driving at low speeds.

Reduced friction

Special ceramic wheel bearings achieve a decisive discount in friction resistance. In addition, optimised low-friction lubricants minimise friction. The excessive performance brake gadget is outfitted with a unique PFC Retraction System which, after each brake system, retracts the brake pads by way of zero.1 mm from the brake discs. The wheels of the AC Schnitzer 99d then turn an awful lot greater without difficulty.

2010 AC Schnitzer BMW X6 M

2010 AC Schnitzer BMW X6 M Pure dynamism with effective traces - unmistakeably the "motorsport gene": obtrusive at the beginning sight inside the BMW X6 M. And the AC Schnitzer BMW X6 M is even more effective and wearing.

The Aachen-primarily based tuning specialist is presently working on a overall performance improve which, in mixture with delimiting the Vmax and a sports activities exhaust, will deliver a similarly perceptible boom in the strength of the BMW X6 M. And if it is not sufficient, you could also opt for the carbon fibre AC Schnitzer engine styling. Even without a performance improve, the acoustic and visible appeal might be enhanced by means of the AC Schnitzer sports activities rear silencer with two chromed "Sports Trim" tailpipe trims in right/left mixture.

AC Schnitzer no longer most effective gives the BMW X6 M greater strength, but additionally a tailor-made race outfit of carbon. Front spoiler, rear roof spoiler, rear wing, rear diffuser and design factors for the the front skirt and chromed front grille deliver the AC Schnitzer BMW X6 M an excellent and muscular look. As an choice, the carbon Bonnet Vents with chromed centre internet entire the sporting appearance.

A real spotlight is the new AC Schnitzer Bonnet Top of carbon with plexiglas panoramic window through which the engine is completely seen.

For the X6 M - 1.98 metres huge as trendy - AC Schnitzer has tailored the Falcon wheel arch extensions so that the BMW frame gains an extra 40 mm width each side.

The already carrying indoors atmosphere of the BMW X6 M has been delicate further inside the Aachen works. The device panel conversion - speedo and rev counter with AC Schnitzer logo, white dials, pink pointers and purple lighting - gives the AC Schnitzer BMW X6 M a speedometer show up to 360 km/h. The carbon interior trim and the AC Schnitzer steering wheel spokes in new "black Exclusiv" design and the AC Schnitzer aluminium cover for the i-Drive system controller, aluminium footrest and pedal set, and velour foot mats, spherical off the indoors bundle.

The wheelarches of the AC Schnitzer BMW X6 M can be packed with 20", 22" or enforcing 23" AC Schnitzer wheels in Type IV BiColor, Type VII silver, black or BiColor, or the AC Schnitzer cast alloys Type V or forged racing rims Type VIII BiColor. In aggregate with the 275, 315, 295 or 335 tyres, it is smooth for the driver within the cockpit to switch the engine strength to the song, and on the same time offer outside evidence of the "motorsport gene" of the AC Schnitzer BMW X6 M even when desk bound.

2010 AC Schnitzer BMW X1

2010 AC Schnitzer BMW X1 The BMW X1 is the trendy great addition to the compact vehicles segment, and brings the characteristic BMW "Driving Pleasure" to this class. AC Schnitzer BMW X1 celebrates its international optimal at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show.

The BMW X1 is to be had with preference of a 6-cylinder petrol engine and three four-cylinder diesel power vegetation. Here once more, AC Schnitzer is setting completely new requirements for using satisfaction inside the top rate compact phase. The BMW X1 xDrive23d has been upgraded from a a hundred and fifty kW/204 HP diesel engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo and Common Rail injection to 240 HP. The 2.Zero d and 1.8 d gadgets in the BMW X1 also feature Common Rail injection and a turbocharger, and with the AC Schnitzer tuning package obtain 210 and 171 HP respectively. Naturally, the electricity improvements are to be had for each the sDrive and xDrive variations. The AC Schnitzer engine styling which include potential logo is available for automobiles with and with out overall performance upgrade.

Acoustically, the carrying riding experience is more suitable through the AC Schnitzer sports rear silencer for the petrol BMW X1 xDrive 28i. Visual elegance is furnished with the aid of the chromed "Racing" tailpipe trim which is also available for all other models.

The high-quality driving behaviour of the BMW X1 with its consciousness on agility, precision and managing is the direct end result of the state-of-the-art suspension generation used at the extremely solid body structure. AC Schnitzer has built in this and with its suspension spring package and an aluminium strut brace, guarantees the appropriate stability among sporting overall performance and using comfort.

The AC Schnitzer aerodynamics package is a long way extra than mere ornament, even though it harmonises efficaciously inside the typical idea. The front spoiler and rear skirt extension, in combination with the rear roof spoiler, enhance downforce and make sure additional floor adhesion. Engine bay venting is optimised by way of the AC Schnitzer Bonnet Vents. These are improved in addition with chromed centre webs to be had as an option. In aesthetic phrases, the AC Schnitzer aerodynamic conversion emphasises the expressive styling and well-knownshows to the observer on first look the regularly occurring sporting aims of the AC Schnitzer BMW X1.

Impressive design factors also lend a sporting and youthful observe to the indoors of the AC Schnitzer BMW X1. These factors include silver "Exclusiv" carbon indoors trim, illuminated leather gear knob, aluminium gear knobs with or without digital equipment show, "Black Line" aluminium cowl for the i-Drive device controller, aluminium handbrake handle and pedal set, foot rests and velours foot mats.

The crowning glory comes from a hard and fast of attractive wheels, so the BMW X1 keeps its elegant appearance no longer only on twisty or converting terrain, but also out of doors a fashionable cafe. An best choice is the logo-new Type VIII wheel in 19". The new wheel with its five double spokes in BiColor Finish is an evolution of the well-known Type VI wheel, and complements flawlessly the styling language of the BMW X1. AC Schnitzer Type IV wheels in silver or in BiColor in 18, 19 or 20 inch, together with the Type VI rim in 18", complete the variety available for the BMW X1.

2008 AC Schnitzer BMW X6 Falcon

2008 AC Schnitzer BMW X6 Falcon Territory Falcons are getting increasingly more not unusual in town. Now a in particular imposing version of the agile predator is conquering the road valleys with its large wings: the AC Schnitzer BMW X6 Falcon. It follows the styling features of the X5 version of the equal name, already correctly launched.

Engine - Exhaust

While birds typically sing in high keys, the bass engine observe of the Falcon is more suggestive of a massive cat. The twin-glide exhaust gadget in AC Schnitzer Racing Design however has an incredible resonance phase. A lot of noise approximately not anything? On the opposite: way to the Control Unit, AC Schnitzer takes the series diesel engines, already super as fashionable, of sorts 30d and 35d to two hundred kW / 272 HP rather than 173 kW / 235 HP, and 228 kW / 310 HP in preference to 210 kW / 286 HP respectively.

The Suspension Technology

In other respects too the AC Schnitzer BMW X6 Falcon is flawlessly adapted to its habitat. Instead of sweeping through the sky, it swept around the North Loop of the Nürburgring in numerous laps until the chassis developers and Engineering Director Manfred Wollgarten had been totally glad with the setup of the new AC Schnitzer springs. Now the BMW X6 stays firmly on the ground even at speeds which a regular falcon only achieves in a nosedive. And of direction, on each corner.

The Bodywork

Other identifying marks of the AC Schnitzer BMW X6 Falcon are the striking wing extensions of PU-RIM, a high first-class plastic which is a long way greater flexible and strong than as an instance GRP laminate or deep-drawn materials consisting of ABS. The dimensions of the X6 in the attractive lengthways layout are 70 mm wider at the the front axle and 80 mm wider at the rear. Downforce as opposed to carry, changed into the motto inside the layout of the dazzling plumage, styled via Chief Designer Michele Viandante. The aerodynamics package deal includes a front skirt with diagonal air inlets, and repositioned fog lamps. The submarining safety has been eliminated in favour of a dynamically contoured spoiler part. The Falcon rear now wears a stable skirt with area body. In contrast to the unique, all components are painted in frame coloration at some stage in, in order that the body seems drawn further down and subsequently extra dominant. Instead of the submarining protection also in the beginning geared up here, AC Schnitzer has opted for a rear diffuser and completed the effect with a new rear spoiler.

The Interior

Perfect handling with corresponding Look and Feel is finished with the "EVO" three-spoke sports activities airbag steerage wheel. For the indoors there are velour foot mats to be had, collectively with the function AC Schnitzer aluminium pedals and foot rests. The new layout of an aluminium cowl for the controller of the BMW "i-Drive system" neatly sets the of entirety to the indoors layout.

The Wheels

Instead of the falconer's earrings, the "legs" of the Falcon are decorated with the multipiece AC Schnitzer alloy wheels Type Vll. With black or silver paint and a dense series of spokes, the 22" rim flawlessly complements the tough look. The alternating unfold angle of the web pairs offers a polished look. Decorated and equipped on this way, the AC Schnitzer Falcon without a doubt has no natural enemies obtainable.

2008 AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon

2008 AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon The falcon has continually been a born fighter, the bird of warriors and a standing image of the potent and effective. The peregrine falcon, with a dive pace of greater than two hundred km/h, is the fastest chicken inside the world. With its vast "wings" the AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon additionally provides an impressive air of mystery. The new widening kit for the front and rear wings flawlessly harmonises with the existing accent range.

While different motors depend upon puffed-up appears the AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon has a number of energy beneath the hardened plumage: the three.Zero litre diesel engine, which as popular supplies 210 kW and 286 HP, has been electronically upgraded by using AC Schnitzer to provide an outstanding 228 kW/310 HP. The most torque has additionally risen from 580 to 680 Nm.

Behind the perfectly integrated, chromed tailpipe trims in "Racing" style - in the shape of a horizontal figure of eight - lies the sonorous exhaust device with sports activities rear silencers of V2A unique metal.

Suspension Technology

With subtle reducing thanks to the brand new suspension package, AC Schnitzer has given the BMW X5 Falcon astonishing manoeuvrability of a degree which is scarcely plausible from this type of strong vehicle. Just like its herbal namesake, well-known for being capable of change its route in flight in a flash. So it is no marvel that the stylish falcon has clearly no natural predators.

Body Work

The new widening package for the front and rear wings - as already mentioned - perfectly harmonises with the existing accessory range from the Aachen-based tuner.

Especially in combination with the front skirt element with its spoiler corners and indicated pressure-below safety, in the beginning sight it offers the SUV the supremely confident charisma of the fighter.

The picture of the "hen of prey" has been in addition emphasised by means of Designer Michele Viandante by means of the 2 triangular metallic-rimmed air intakes within the bonnet.

And confronted with the imposing rear stop, who would dare to get too near the AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon? With its robust contours, the AC Schnitzer spoiler skirt has a muscular, masculine look.

Interior

The occupants of the AC Schnitzer BMW X5 Falcon but observe the performance from a unique factor. The indoors variety from AC Schnitzer consists of not handiest a 3-spoke sports airbag steerage wheel and aluminium pedal set, however also severa decor factors in carbon or aluminium.

The Aachen-based tuner has even designed a new i-Drive controller. In the give up, AC Schnitzer continually has a watch for appealing info.

2008 AC Schnitzer BMW M3 Cabrio

2008 AC Schnitzer BMW M3 Cabrio The sun shines, the wind's to your hair and the engine be aware for your ears: nearly no different automobile on the road inspires such untrammelled feelings as the BMW M3 Convertible. Especially while the road leads thru AC Schnitzer in Aachen. The 309 kW / 420 HP V8 engine is (as but) untouched, however ultimately, extra carrying overall performance can be achieved in a specific way, as suspension guru Manfred Wollgarten knows: "With our racing suspension set up on the North Loop, we've got thoroughly mastered the physics of using".

The vehicle is an out-and-out eyecatcher from the outside: with its new the front skirt and strictly square segments of the chromed grille insert, the car has a strong, muscular look. The carrying presence is in addition underlined through the carbon spoiler lip with optionally available aluminium braces. The energy dome at the bonnet suggestions on the effective four.0 litre V8. It is flanked by way of two AC Schnitzer Bonnet Vents, which emit a greedy intake howl all through using. At the sides, the open-air sports activities vehicle indicates its muscle mass in the form of flexibly moulded side skirts which emphasise the wheelarches.

The latter are flawlessly crammed by way of the 20" Type V lightweight cast rims. Their narrow spokes supply a clean view of the 8-pot high overall performance braking system via AC Schnitzer which mercilessly reins in the thrust while required. A deceleration performance which the AC Schnitzer BMW M3 Cabrio not often desires for cornering, in which it behaves totally neutrally.

A carbon rear diffuser allows the automobile hunker down to the asphalt. The perfect driving experience is rounded off by way of the acoustic characteristics of the powerful vehicle, provided by using the AC Schnitzer sports rear silencer with chromed tailpipes in "Racing" layout. The sonorous word of the cabrio is heard at its great in slim road tunnels. If best the sun could shine a chunk extra regularly there!

And naturally AC Schnitzer continues the motorsport ecosystem within the driving force's administrative center, with attractive and ergonomically designed aluminium factors for the gear knob and handbrake deal with, pedals and i-Drive controller. A carbon interior trim and sports activities airbag steering wheels are to be had on request, together with velours mats.

2008 AC Schnitzer ACS1 1-Series Cabrio

2008 AC Schnitzer ACS1 1-Series Cabrio Viewed from its roof creation, the brand new BMW 1-series Cabrio is a classic softy. But under its gentle shell lurks a tough masculine cornering device which isn't always brushed aside via all people: particularly within the AC Schnitzer version. As honed as a high performance athlete, the car cuts a first-class figure even inside the car park. The Aachen-based BMW-tuners have transplanted the muscle groups visually to the right locations. In the stop, the automobile is an agile sprinter and not a bodybuilder who can scarcely move for power. At first look, the brand new the front skirt strikes you - it's miles less rounded than standard and runs right into a slight taper. This, in mixture with the diagonal grille insert, guarantees a much more dynamic look. And naturally the Cabriolet not simplest has a neat the front, however additionally a strong rear: The AC Schnitzer rear skirt lip or insert (for M-Technik model) presents a further pass contour in comparison with the original, and for this reason a extra "effective" appearance. Underneath, a diffuser detail highlights the wearing history of the car. The final touch is given by the chromed tailpipe trim in "Racing" design, available for the 118i, 120i, 125i, 120d and 123d.

The truth that the carrying appearance is extra than just Show & Shine will become evident to the driving force from a look inside the rearview reflect. Because the car behind grows smaller at file velocity whilst you put your foot to the ground. In both petrol and diesel engine variations, the Aachen tuners inject any amount of strength into the compact cabrio. Extra horsepower is available for the 135i, 120d and 123d. And due to the fact the same old speedo is occasionally overloaded with a lot "unbridled" power, AC Schnitzer upgrades it to 320 km/h.

Any pursuer's hopes of overtaking the agile 1-collection on the following nook are soon deflated by way of the AC Schnitzer suspension. The spring kit by myself permits transverse acceleration which appears to head past the laws of physics. But fortuitously physics doesn't trouble penalty notices! Obstacles may be evaded more fast and exactly with the complete sports activities suspension, or maybe turned around absolutely with the height-adjustable racing suspension. The comfortable three-spoke sports activities airbag steerage wheel from AC Schnitzer, and the further subtle controls, always make sure that the automobile is a pleasure on your hands. All that remains for the final touch is a fixed of attractive wheels, and the 1-series could be dressed to take centre degree now not just on twisty roads however also in front of the modern day brand new café or bar. The 18" Type VI with its thrilling re-interpretation of the conventional Y-spoke layout is a really perfect choice of decor for the cabrio, as is the sensitive but carrying Type IV in both 18" or 19", in silver or "BiColor". Or take your choose from a wide range of different patterns in 17", 18" or 19". With the 1-collection, the only issue left open by using AC Schnitzer is the roof - now not your desires.

2007 AC Schnitzer Mini Cooper R56

2007 AC Schnitzer Mini Cooper R56 At the instant the AC Schnitzer designers and engineers increase a special accessories range for the brand new MINI. Following the records of the MINI, we are able to concentrate on unique traits in the place of performance improvements, sports rear silencer, sports suspension, outdoors additives and Interior information.

Engines - Exhaust

The gift consciousness of our activities is the brand new 170 HP rapid engine in the Cooper S, for which we develop a performance upgrade. And while the driving force places the power down, the sound tune performs loud and clear, way to the sonorous twin sports silencer with chromed Racing tailpipe.

The Suspension Technology

Full gasoline to the next corner - and via it at full velocity! Touring Car legend Manfred Wollgarten installation the AC Schnitzer racing suspension at the North Loop of the Nürburgring - and it runs rings round the already excellent fashionable suspension. You can experience the difference simply with the AC Schnitzer suspension spring package

The Bodywork

Back from the tune to the metropolis, where the reflective glass facades flashes the face of a version athlete. AC Schnitzer achieves this masterpiece with some hints. The the front bumper has a brand new the front spoiler. The the front bumper has a brand new the front spoiler. Painted in frame color, and with its placing distinguished corners, it units a clean visible spotlight. The sassy rear has additionally been subtly lifted. The rear skirt from AC Schnitzer, painted in contrast to standard, has a diffuser which efficaciously pulls the MINI down to the tarmac.

The Interior

And evidently the enthusiastic MINI fan has a wealth of matching accessories for the interior. Such as aluminium handbrake deal with, aluminium gear shift knob (aluminium/chrome), aluminium foot rest, aluminium and pedal set in addition to velours ground mats - naturally from AC Schnitzer.

The Wheels

Two wearing wheel designs, the Mi1 in the classic AC Schnitzer look in 7.5J x 17" and the brand-new Bicolor wheel Mi2 in 7.5 x18" complete the sporting variety for the MINI R56. The new AC Schnitzer Mi2 BiColor alloy, with its ultramodern styling combined with the very best standards in materials, production methods and riding dynamics, is now to be had as a one-piece variation for all MINI motors. Naturally the brand new Mi2 BiColor wheel era suits the modern-day and the antecessor MINI vehicles. For tyres, we advise high performance tyres from Continental and Michelin in length 215/35 R 18 or optionally in 205/40 R 18.

2007 AC Schnitzer ACS4 Z4 Sport Coupe

2007 AC Schnitzer ACS4 Z4 Sport Coupe Now that the Z4 Roadster has undergone a facelift and on the same time the M-variation, the Z4 M Roadster, became launched, the model range has been finished with a new Z4 Coupé and MCoupé. Not only BMW but also we at AC Schnitzer are thrilled with the range of recent Z4 cars, and gift our interpretations: the AC Schnitzer ACS4 Roadster and the AC Schnitzer ACS4 Coupé.

The product range extends from suspension components and exhaust systems, through a huge range of wheel and tyre combos, to special aerodynamic conversions and last but not least indoors add-ons.

The aerodynamic variety has been designed in order that - with few exceptions - the special add-ons for the ACS4 Roadster will also match the ACS4 Coupé, and further the conversions for the ACS4 M Roadster are well suited with the ACS4 M Coupé.

To improve the using dynamics, for the Z4 M Roadster and M Coupé we offer a changed rear axle ratio of three.91 : 1 (wellknown three.62 : 1). The AC Schnitzer rear axle ratio guarantees substantially advanced acceleration.

The reaction behaviour is improved on all Z4 models thanks to the AC Schnitzer sports activities rear silencers. Made completely of unique metal with chromed Racing tailpipe, additionally they provide a greater sonorous word than the standard machine. For merely visible enhancement, on the Z4 Roadster and Coupé chromed tailpipe trims are available in the identical layout.

For the M-variations of the Z4 which can be fitted with a twin sports activities silencer as general, as well as the Twin Racing system there's a further option of Sports Trim Design. This layout is reserved solely for M-vehicles and changed into previously seen on both the M5 and M6.

Faster and more precise equipment shifts promote the adrenalin rush and perceptibly improve acceleration in a automobile. So the AC Schnitzer Short Shift has been tailored for the BMW Z4 three.0i, three.0si and M-versions with guide transmission.

For secure manipulate always of the riding performance of the new BMW Z4 models, except M-variants, a unique high performance brake machine has been developed for the front. The internally vented and slotted brake discs measure 334 mm in diameter and are 32 mm thick. The special brake calipers are geared up with forty two mm pistons. Naturally the standard ABS machine is retained in complete.

Extensive tests on race tracks and public roads have resulted in the development of a entire suspension idea consisting of AC Schnitzer sports activities suspension, special antiroll bar kit and strut braces. The general concept, the additives of which can also be fitted personally, achieves sports activities handling with the equal high widespread of driving comfort.

In addition, distinct to the M Roadster and M Coupé is a unique racing suspension that's currently nevertheless within the improvement phase.

The suspension concept for all ACS4 Roadster and Coupé models evidently also includes the AC Schnitzer Type IV, Type III and Type II alloy and racing rims in one-piece and multipiece production. As properly as a wealth of wheel and tyre combinations in 17", 18" and 19", we can now offer the most important wheels for the Z4 Roadster and Coupé in nine.0J x 20" with tyres 245/30 R 20.

The M Roadster and M Coupé are even outfitted with 9.0J x 20" and 245/30 R 20 on the front and 10.0J x 20" with 285/25 R 20 at the rear. For tyres, we advise excessive performance tyres from Continental and Michelin.

The bodywork of the AC Schnitzer ACS4 models well-knownshows the excessive technical standards that we observe to our products. So for the Z4 Roadster and Coupé and for the M Roadster and M Coupé there are two tailor-made clothes that fulfil those attributes.

The the front a part of the Z4 Roadster and Coupé is stronger through the strikingly designed front spoiler attached to the usual front skirt. This also guarantees higher downforce. The rear is rounded off with the aid of the brand new AC Schnitzer rear skirt which not only harmoniously integrates the sports activities rear silencer into the rear however on the equal time offers the car a greater imposing look.

For both the M Roadster and M Coupé, an aerodynamic bundle has been created which units even greater wearing accents thru its styling language and the use of carbon. The package deal includes carbon the front spoiler elements that optionally can be joined to the front spoiler with chromed aluminium supports. In addition, the new AC Schnitzer chrome front grille offers the vehicles a modern-day unfashionable appearance and on the equal time meets the high air glide demand of the three.2 litre excessive revving engine.

The car rear is enhanced with a totally integrated carbon rear diffuser. This diffuser is to be had with extraordinary versions of the unique rear skirt area body which, relying on which exhaust is geared up, supply the "Finishing Touch" to the chromed tailpipes of the Sports Trim or Racing Design and the standard machine.

It is inside the nature of factors that there are a few essential differences between the Roadster and Coupé: for the Roadster the product range includes a chrome cowl for the roll bars, a wind deflector in clear-glass style and a -piece rear wing, the triangular elements of that are attached individually to the proper and left of the Roadster boot - setting totally new accents. For the coupé variations, a 3-piece rear wing is to be had.

Whatever the frame version, the AC Schnitzer aspect skirts shape the homogeneous link between the the front and rear. A particular eyecatcher is the side deflectors with included flashers, which as an alternative may be supplemented with a Chromeline set.

Exclusivity is the trump card inside the cockpits of all AC Schnitzer ACS4 fashions: As nicely because the carbon interior trim in silver, and matching ergonomically designed AC Schnitzer airbag sports steering wheels, the accents are set above all by the aluminium accessories in silver or black anodized end. There is likewise a pedal set with matching foot rest, a handbrake cope with and a selector knob for the manual variations. For automatics, there is a carbon selector lever. Last but now not least, foot mats with the AC Schnitzer emblem, crafted from high exceptional velours, entire the range.

Naturally all AC Schnitzer components are TÜV-examined.

2007 AC Schnitzer ACS4 Z4 M Roadster

2007 AC Schnitzer ACS4 Z4 M Roadster Now that the Z4 Roadster has gone through a facelift and at the same time the M-variation, the Z4 M Roadster, turned into launched, the model range has been completed with a new Z4 Coupé and MCoupé. Not best BMW but additionally we at AC Schnitzer are thrilled with the variety of recent Z4 automobiles, and gift our interpretations: the AC Schnitzer ACS4 Roadster and the AC Schnitzer ACS4 Coupé.

The product range extends from suspension additives and exhaust structures, thru a extensive range of wheel and tyre combinations, to special aerodynamic conversions and final however no longer least indoors accessories.

The aerodynamic variety has been designed so that - with few exceptions - the unique add-ons for the ACS4 Roadster may also suit the ACS4 Coupé, and further the conversions for the ACS4 M Roadster are well matched with the ACS4 M Coupé.

To improve the driving dynamics, for the Z4 M Roadster and M Coupé we provide a changed rear axle ratio of 3.91 : 1 (preferred 3.Sixty two : 1). The AC Schnitzer rear axle ratio ensures significantly improved acceleration.

The reaction behaviour is stepped forward on all Z4 models way to the AC Schnitzer sports rear silencers. Made absolutely of unique metal with chromed Racing tailpipe, they also offer a extra sonorous notice than the usual gadget. For simply visual enhancement, at the Z4 Roadster and Coupé chromed tailpipe trims are to be had within the equal design.

For the M-versions of the Z4 which are equipped with a dual sports activities silencer as wellknown, as well as the Twin Racing gadget there is a similarly choice of Sports Trim Design. This layout is reserved exclusively for M-cars and become formerly visible on each the M5 and M6.

Faster and extra precise gear shifts promote the adrenalin rush and perceptibly enhance acceleration in a car. So the AC Schnitzer Short Shift has been tailored for the BMW Z4 3.0i, 3.0si and M-versions with guide transmission.

For secure control always of the driving performance of the new BMW Z4 fashions, except M-versions, a unique excessive overall performance brake device has been developed for the front. The internally vented and slotted brake discs degree 334 mm in diameter and are 32 mm thick. The special brake calipers are fitted with two forty two mm pistons. Naturally the same old ABS system is retained in full.

Extensive exams on race tracks and public roads have resulted inside the improvement of a complete suspension concept such as AC Schnitzer sports activities suspension, special antiroll bar package and strut braces. The total idea, the additives of which also can be outfitted in my view, achieves sports activities dealing with with the same high general of riding consolation.

In addition, unique to the M Roadster and M Coupé is a special racing suspension which is currently still within the development phase.

The suspension concept for all ACS4 Roadster and Coupé fashions clearly also includes the AC Schnitzer Type IV, Type III and Type II alloy and racing rims in a single-piece and multipiece construction. As well as a wealth of wheel and tyre mixtures in 17", 18" and 19", we will now offer the largest wheels for the Z4 Roadster and Coupé in 9.0J x 20" with tyres 245/30 R 20.

The M Roadster and M Coupé are even fitted with nine.0J x 20" and 245/30 R 20 on the the front and 10.0J x 20" with 285/25 R 20 at the rear. For tyres, we propose high performance tyres from Continental and Michelin.

The bodywork of the AC Schnitzer ACS4 fashions well-knownshows the high technical standards that we practice to our merchandise. So for the Z4 Roadster and Coupé and for the M Roadster and M Coupé there are two tailored outfits that fulfil those attributes.

The front part of the Z4 Roadster and Coupé is more desirable by way of the strikingly designed front spoiler connected to the usual front skirt. This also guarantees better downforce. The rear is rounded off by way of the new AC Schnitzer rear skirt which not handiest harmoniously integrates the sports activities rear silencer into the rear however on the same time offers the car a more enforcing appearance.

For each the M Roadster and M Coupé, an aerodynamic package deal has been created which units even more wearing accents via its styling language and the usage of carbon. The package consists of carbon the front spoiler factors that optionally can be joined to the front spoiler with chromed aluminium supports. In addition, the new AC Schnitzer chrome front grille offers the vehicles a state-of-the-art retro appearance and at the identical time meets the excessive air go with the flow demand of the three.2 litre high revving engine.

The car rear is stronger with a fully included carbon rear diffuser. This diffuser is to be had with distinct versions of the special rear skirt aspect frame which, relying on which exhaust is equipped, give the "Finishing Touch" to the chromed tailpipes of the Sports Trim or Racing Design and the standard system.

It is in the nature of things that there are some fundamental differences among the Roadster and Coupé: for the Roadster the product range consists of a chrome cowl for the roll bars, a wind deflector in clean-glass style and a two-piece rear wing, the triangular components of which can be connected in my view to the proper and left of the Roadster boot - placing totally new accents. For the coupé versions, a 3-piece rear wing is to be had.

Whatever the frame version, the AC Schnitzer side skirts form the homogeneous hyperlink between the front and rear. A particular eyecatcher is the aspect deflectors with included flashers, which as an choice can be supplemented with a Chromeline set.

Exclusivity is the trump card within the cockpits of all AC Schnitzer ACS4 models: As nicely as the carbon indoors trim in silver, and matching ergonomically designed AC Schnitzer airbag sports guidance wheels, the accents are set mainly by using the aluminium add-ons in silver or black anodized finish. There is likewise a pedal set with matching foot relaxation, a handbrake deal with and a selector knob for the guide versions. For automatics, there is a carbon selector lever. Last but not least, foot mats with the AC Schnitzer emblem, made from high excellent velours, entire the range.

Naturally all AC Schnitzer elements are TÜV-examined.

2007 AC Schnitzer ACS3 Sport BMW M3

2007 AC Schnitzer ACS3 Sport BMW M3 When beads of perspiration shape at the brow of skilled sports activities car drivers, it's no longer necessarily all the way down to a defective aircon device. With the 420 V8-HP of the BMW M3, the ACS3 Sport catapults even its keenest challengers into the rear view replicate. The carrying coupé is right for every body looking for to gain advantage on twisting tracks. A everyday M3 might be a hard competitor right here, because in evaluation with the "civilised" three-series Coupé it has a totally exclusive axle creation. With racing suspension developed on the legendary Nürburgring, AC Schnitzer has succeeded in refining the coping with capacity of the chassis even similarly. And geared up with the Short Shift from Aachen, the ACS3 Sport turns into the automobile hero of the day: No-one is changing gears faster!

Best of all: The vehicle loses nothing of its characteristics as a every day driving force. Instead, AC Schnitzer magics even more M-otion into everyday lifestyles, for example when the Aachen exhaust device performs its bewitching baritone in a road tunnel. The left/right device with two tailpipes consistent with side, connected into a horizontal discern of eight, is but a visible work of art. In a play on the mathematical image for "infinity", on the identical time it symbolises the effective reserves of the vehicle which reaches one hundred km/h from a status begin in an effortless 4.Eight seconds. No much less cautiously arranged are the aerodynamic attachments, which for AC Schnitzer are always extra than mere visible ornament. At the rear, a diffuser of seen carbon presses the car down onto the tarmac as if there have been magnets underneath the road surface. The front spoiler is also made from this high exceptional material, and is supported against the front skirt with alloy struts as in motorsport. Further downforce is furnished by using a subtle rear roof spoiler and rear wing which also deliver the body exciting new contours. Side skirt extensions, particularly while blended with the white paint of the photo version, deliver the profile an aura of stature and dynamism. Finally the AC Schnitzer racing rims Type VI encompass pure lifestyle, on the ACS3 Sport in sizes nine.0J x 20" at the front and 10.5J x 20" at the rear. The aggregate of Y-spokes and contrasting 5 fork spokes superimposed in planes, produces a design that is as interesting as it's miles elegant.

Further highlights of direction encompass the solid wheel Type V in 20". With its strikingly curved, interrupted spokes, it no longer most effective looks remarkable but way to the lightweight production technique, keeps the unsprung weight to a minimum. A no much less appealing alternative is the Type IV racing wheel in silver - and with present day black end as "Magic Black".

And obviously AC Schnitzer maintains the subject of sports overall performance inside the driving force's workplace, presenting appealing and ergonomically perfect aluminium controls for the gearknob, handbrake handle, pedals and that i-Drive controller. A carbon interior trim and sports activities airbag steering wheel also are to be had on request.

2007 AC Schnitzer ACS3 3-Series E92 Coupe

2007 AC Schnitzer ACS3 3-Series E92 Coupe The BMW three-collection coupé changed into handiest released recently and already AC Schnitzer gives a Sports programme for the present day member of the 3-collection circle of relatives. The variety incorporates aerodynamic components in sports activities fashionable design, performance improvements and silencers, alloy wheels in diverse designs and sizes, specially evolved suspension solutions and severa exciting accessories for the indoors.

As for all contemporary BMW models with 3.0d engine (M47 D30 O2), we can rapidly be supplying a diesel overall performance upgrade for the three-collection coupé. An additional control module gives 195 kW / 265 HP and a most torque of 550 Nm (widespread one hundred seventy kW / 231 HP, 500 Nm), so acceleration from zero - a hundred km/h takes just 6.1 as opposed to 6.6 seconds. The top velocity restriction of 250 km/h but is retained in the ACS3 three.0d performance improve.

In order to provide AC Schnitzer performance upgrades for the 335d and 335i with the brand new Twin Turbo era, definitely new traits are required. These are currently nevertheless inside the first stages of the great test segment.

Despite the perceptible growth in electricity, the first rate riding behaviour, slight fuel consumption and excellent balance remain unchanged with each overall performance enhancements. Even with out engine tuning, we suggest fitting the AC Schnitzer sports activities rear silencer which - depending on base version - is to be had as a single gadget or in right-left mixture. In every case all AC Schnitzer sports activities rear silencers are fabricated from special steel and are supplemented with chromed Racing tailpipe trims. For a simply aesthetic conversion, tailpipe trims are also to be had "solo" for some models.

The AC Schnitzer bodystyling additives for the 3-collection coupé stand out now not best because of their sporting new layout line, however also due to the best healthy and ease of painting which might be the result of the use of high exceptional PU-Rim. The new 3-collection coupé has a strikingly contoured front spoiler that no longer only enhances the appearance with its sporting stylish design - on the identical time it increases downforce on the the front axle. For the rear axle, the aerodynamic highlights of a rear roof spoiler, a one-piece rear wing and a rear skirt with stylised diffuser profile at the moment are in development. Naturally the latter optimally integrates the numerous exhaust styles.

Another development for the coupé is the side skirts which give the aspect lines a more putting and elongated look. Optionally the facet skirts can be highlighted with a Chromeline Set.

The wheelarches of the 3-series coupé provide space for the AC Schnitzer Type II, Type III and Type IV alloy and racing rims from 18 to twenty" diameter.

As maximum length, the coupé can be fitted with AC Schnitzer racing rims Type IV in 9.0J x 20" ET 35 or ET 26 on the rear with tyres 245/30 R 20 all round. For tyres, we propose high performance tyres from Continental and Michelin.

The suspension additives were in particular set up for using the wheel and tyre combinations. Depending on personal choice, the proprietor of a three-series coupé of model variety E92 can pick among pure suspension springs and a whole, overall performance-consolation set sports suspension which lowers the BMW with the aid of round 25 mm.

The suspension idea advanced in great checks at the North Loop of the Nürburgring also includes the AC Schnitzer sports activities antiroll bars for the rear axle and aluminium strut braces for the front and rear.

For the interior of the coupé, an intensive range of great add-ons is available. For instance, the cockpit can be superior with an ergonomically designed three-spoke sports activities airbag steerage wheel for motors without or with multifunction. There is also a carbon guidance wheel trim in silver Exclusive.

Another spotlight in the interior is the AC Schnitzer combi device with speedometer display as much as three hundred km/h.

Footrests and pedals of aluminium create a greater unique surroundings in the cockpit together with the AC Schnitzer carbon indoors trim in silver Exclusive. The aluminium equipment knob, handbrake cope with and cover for the BMW "i-Drive System" are available in silver or black anodized end. Velours foot mats entire the variety.

2007 AC Schnitzer ACS1 BMW 1-Series Coupe

2007 AC Schnitzer ACS1 BMW 1-Series Coupe Not only in proportions is the new 1-collection Coupé a worth successor to the BMW 2002, however also technically: As within the 70s, the modern-day maximum powerful fashionable version is powered by using a "charged" engine. Daringly, the overtaking prestige become then more advantageous similarly with the aid of the replicate-image Turbo emblem on the front spoiler. In the 1-collection Coupé, the opportunities are more refined, no longer least thanks to AC Schnitzer from Aachen. And obviously the corporation based in Aachen in 1987 has made more than its emblem available in its refinement package. Particularly brilliant is the big AC Schnitzer bodykit consisting of the front grille, that is some distance more than mere decoration, however additionally effectively harmonised into the entire idea. The the front spoiler elements and the rear skirt insert, together with the rear wing and rear roof spoiler, increase downforce and make sure better ground adhesion. For the front spoiler factors, AC Schnitzer materials non-obligatory aluminium struts as used in motorsport - after all, the BMW 2002 turned into renowned for its track pace on the time. And it is on one mainly mythical circuit, the Nürburgring North Loop, that Manfred Wollgarten, Technical Director at AC Schnitzer, installation the sports suspension for the ACS1 3.5i. As a Touring Car driving force, he knows what he's doing. He also despatched the Coupé on its manner with some other strut brace for the front, to further reduce the torsion of a frame already very stiff as standard. So at each point on the direction, the driving force has total manage over the car to centimetre precision when he turns the neat AC Schnitzer three-spoke sports activities airbag guidance wheel. And it is right, due to the fact finally the unrestrained energy of the biturbo engine is applied on the proper music. Especially seeing that AC Schnitzer has no longer only advanced the downforce of the vehicle, but also its thrust. Its coronary heart now beats at 360 as opposed to 306 HP (265 in place of 225 kW) and hurries up the fiery 1-series Coupé to a hundred km/h in much less than 5 seconds. At the identical time, the maximum torque rises from 400 to 450 Nm and the top speed from 250 to an excellent three hundred km/h.

Values that you can't only see however also pay attention because the AC Schnitzer sports rear silencer with its refined "Racing" tailpipe sounds its baritone. It is going almost with out saying that AC Schnitzer additionally offers a number wearing alloy wheels for the ACS1 3.5i. The best complement with their sleek and delicate design are the Type IV "BiColor" rims in size eight.5Jx19" and tyres 225/35R19. The stuff of dreams for drivers of the BMW 2002, similar to the countless appealing interior additives from AC Schnitzer within the shape of controls and decor factors of aluminium and carbon.

2006 AC Schnitzer Tension Street Version

2006 AC Schnitzer Tension Street Version Naturally the "small brother" couldn't be a 1 : 1 copy of the Concept Car, because the TENSION is a technology showcase which demonstrates what is technically possible. In evaluation, the TENSION Street Version needed to comprise suitability for normal use without a loss of using pleasure or reliability.

The focal point of the development work was version of the breathtaking, highly-priced aerodynamic conversion for series production.

The bonnet of the AC Schnitzer TENSION, restyled from the standard 6-series, is used at the Street Version. It well-knownshows at the beginning glance, from its huge air outlet edged in a chrome frame, that the air flow of the electricity plant is actively supported through enough cooling air flow .

The the front skirt of the TENSION generation showcase has been absolutely tailored. It makes the TENSION Street Version appearance a whole lot decrease and at the identical time improves downforce at the front axle at high speeds. The air consumption presents extra cooling for the engine and the the front brakes and additionally gives the TENSION Street Version its unmistakeable facial features .

To offer sufficient ventilation for the energy plant, the new the front wing has indispensable air outlet openings which with their 3 chrome ribs and the indicators are reminiscent of a shark's mouth.

Adequate air change is crucial not handiest inside the the front of the car with a purpose to broaden its complete potential. The equal precept applies to the rear .

Consequently, inside the TENSION Street Version too air ducts for the rear brakes have been worked into the hanging aspect skirts . The aspect skirts which provide the automobile its elongated appearance form the clean transition to the rear , which on the TENSION Street Version in comparison with the Concept Car remains very sporting but slightly much less lavish.

The rear skirt homes not simply the solid stainless steel dual exhaust system with chromed Sports Trim tailpipes however additionally a carbon diffuser .

Another spotlight at the rear of the TENSION Street Version is the boot lid which become at the beginning reserved for the TENSION. But its changed styling gives the rear of the BMW 6-collection the " Finishing Touch ", so the brand new boot lid is now a company a part of the Street Version conversion.

The bodystyling of the TENSION Street Version is completed by way of the AC Schnitzer sports activities mirrors and the extravagant two-coloration paintwork in Alpine White in combination with Anthracite Metallic . Naturally other paint alternatives are available on request.

What does a pricey aerodynamic conversion seem like with out the right wheel and tyre aggregate? We think it's incomplete. So we decided to equip the TENSION Street Version with the present day AC Schnitzer wheel technology : the solid alloy Type V .

Appearance is one element, but a good deal greater crucial on this context is the protection aspect. To take this into account, and secondly to fulfill the excessive technical demands placed at the AC Schnitzer wheel by way of our engineers, a complete new wheel improvement was required.

The end result is the Type V alloy solid wheel with bi-coloration finish . It has a partly polished, in part painted surface . This wheel kind, available for all 5 and six-collection, achieves a fundamental paradox: discount in weight with concurrently most wheel diameter and width.

The TENSION Street Version is fitted with rims size 9.0J x 20" at the front and 10.0J x 20" on the rear, and every front wheel weighs in at simply approx. 10.Eight kg . The tyres to healthy the wheels are size 245/35 ZR 20 at the front and 285/30 ZR 20 at the rear .

In conjunction with the wheel and tyre aggregate, a sports suspension has been evolved for the TENSION Street Version which lowers the vehicle with the aid of around 25 - 30 mm and perceptibly improves using dynamics . For the M6, a suspension spring package is available.

To counter lateral roll, AC Schnitzer antiroll bar units are suited to the front and rear axles . Another suspension spotlight is our in-house spring strut brace of aluminium which fantastically prevents distortion in the car the front .

Depending on base vehicle, the TENSION Street Version may be outfitted optionally with the brand new AC Schnitzer five.1 l engine . This is available in principle for all BMW 6-series with N62 B44 or N62 B48 TU engines.

The new engine gives a real alternative to the M5 or M6 . As this conversion is also to be had for motors with automated transmission , enthusiasts of automatics can now revel in the better energy in conjunction with the pleasures of an automatic .

Whereas the basic engine offers most torques of 450 or 490 Nm , the AC Schnitzer five.1 l engine achieves 550 Nm . Naturally the overall performance has been optimised. It rises from 245 kW (333 HP) or 270 kW (367 HP) to a wonderful 302 kW (411 HP) . At the equal time, using performance is superior. The pinnacle velocity rises on average via round 35 km/h .

These excellent figures are received by means of the use of mainly evolved engine components. Individually, these are:

AC Schnitzer unique cylinder block
AC Schnitzer unique cylinder head
AC Schnitzer unique pistons
AC Schnitzer unique conrods
AC Schnitzer special crankshaft
AC Schnitzer exhaust manifold
AC Schnitzer unique catalyst
AC Schnitzer Control Unit Program
AC Schnitzer sports activities rear silencer with chromed Sports Trim tailpipes

To obtain remarkable deceleration figures , the AC Schnitzer high performance brake gadget from the TENSION has been changed. At the the front axle , an eight-pot fixed caliper with perforated, vented brake discs and unique pads ensures braking with ruthless efficiency. However, this package is reserved for the Street Versions primarily based on BMW M6.

Only the indoors stays, and this too has been changed in usual AC Schnitzer style: Starting with the carbon interior trim in titanium thru the 3-spoke airbag sports steerage wheel in leather-based with carbon packages , the automatic selector lever in carbon , the new combi-instrument with a velocity show up to 320 or 330 km/h , via to velours mats for footwell and boot with red embroidered brand : this all offers the feature look to the interior of the TENSION Street Version. The ordinary impression is finished with silver or black anodized aluminium accessories comprising pedal set, foot rests, handbrake manage and cover for the controller of the "i-Drive" systems .

Last but now not least, the silver serial number at the black anodized aluminium placard on the centre console permanently reminds the driving force that he's sitting in a completely unique automobile: e.G. TENSION Street Version no. 1/50.

The AC Schnitzer TENSION Street Version is to be had in diverse ranges. The conversion work is achieved solely with the aid of AC Schnitzer in Aachen. The simplest exceptions are the us and Japan, in which trained experts perform the vehicle conversion domestically.

2006 AC Schnitzer ACS7 7Series E65

2006 AC Schnitzer ACS7 7Series E65 Luxury and amazing riding houses - the brand new BMW 7-series combines those attributes like no different luxurious saloon. Owners of this version who want even extra carrying performance have come to the proper region at AC Schnitzer.

Our engineers and architects are presently growing an aerodynamically optimised frame package for the new facelift variation of the E65 / E66, and adapting the suspension especially for the usage of AC Schnitzer wheels as much as size 22".

In the interior, the enthusiastic driver will recognize the beneficiant use of aluminium in numerous packages. The excessive performance exhaust system completes the photograph of the sports saloon both visually and acoustically, and ensure advanced exhaust gas go with the flow.

The luxury saloon becomes even extra attractive way to the fashionable aerodynamic package. The front of the auto sticks out with its new striking skirt with grille which has benefits beyond the visible: it improves downforce on the front axle, that's especially obvious at excessive speeds with greater stable riding behaviour.

As an choice, a Chromeline Set is available for becoming around the radiator grille.

The rear is greater via a new layout of rear skirt available in designs to match client alternatives. In the first level the exhaust is invisible as on the same old automobile. In the second one variant, a corresponding cut-out guarantees harmonious integration of the AC Schnitzer sports activities rear silencer with chromed tailpipe trim. A Chromeline Set is available for both versions to accentuate the traces of the rear skirt.

The visual and aerodynamic stability is similarly improved by a rear roof spoiler, a one-piece rear spoiler and mirror covers. The the front and rear of the car are related by using the AC Schnitzer aspect skirts which can be further delicate by means of the Chromeline Set.

The AC Schnitzer alloy wheels in various designs and sizes provide each accelerated using pleasure and a more attractive look.

Alloy wheels are available in Type II and Type IV designs, and racing rims in Type II, III and IV. And if you want even large and wider, you may healthy as much as length 22". The most wheel and tyre aggregate we provide is the AC Schnitzer alloys Type II in 10.5J x 22" with tyres 265/30 R 22 on the the front and 295/25 R 22 on the rear. The trendy tyres can still be geared up with length 19" wheels. We recommend Continental and Michelin tyres.

For improved using dynamics as compared with the same old car whilst preserving the prevailing high stage of consolation, we have advanced suspension spring kits with progressive special springs. The resulting reducing via 25 millimetres improves the cornering capabilities of the saloon even further.

For the interior there are 4-spoke sports airbag guidance wheels and velour foot mats available, collectively with the feature AC Schnitzer aluminium pedals and foot rests.

The new design of an aluminium cover for the controller of the BMW

"i-Drive system" in the style of the Type IV wheel smartly units the finishing touch to the interior design.

The whole AC Schnitzer special accessory range for the BMW 7-collection facelift is anticipated to be to be had from Autumn 2005 - and the equally entire variety for the non-facelift version is of course to be had right away.

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