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AC Schnitzer MINI Color Concepts Go Beyond The Standard

AC Schnitzer MINI Color Concepts offer striking and individual visual attributes which enhance the expressive the unique appearance of the emblematic model. The tuning company AC Schnitzer has given the MINIs a combination of innovative technology with stylish and cheeky design.

In addition, they have equipped the vehicles with new AC Schnitzer sports wings with integrated fins. They convincingly stand out and in addition complement perfectly the paint scheme thus gathering more attention.

Furthermore, the cars also run on new wheels, namely the AC Schnitzer Mi2 alloys in 18-inch sizes. The mirror covers are also colored in the corresponding dye. The colourful styling is continued through vinyls in four fluorescent Color Line shades: Red, Yellow, Blue and Green.

At last to mention is the fact that the AC Schnitzer Color Line Decor Set comprises of films for driver and passenger sides, tailgate stickers and bonnet films. They go along with the vinyls for the vehicle roof and are available in four expressive colors. Of course, they can be combined individually with paintwork in any color.

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June 13, 2013

AC Schnitzer BMW 3-Series Touring F31

AC Schnitzer will also present tuned BMW 3-Series Touring F31 in Geneva. It also features a nice Copper paint finish as well as some other interesting upgrades making the family touring car even more exclusive.

The exterior boasts 2-piece front flippers for cars with M-Technik, rear roof spoiler and the chromed front grille. There is also a front spoiler and a rear skirt insert by AC Schnitzer. The AC Schnitzer F31 rolls Type VIII BiColor rims in black or silver in 18”, 19” and 20” or AC Schnitzer Type IV BiColor black or silver also in 18”, 19” and 20”, as well as TypeVI BiColor rims in 18”.

The interior features AC Schnitzer “Black Line” aluminium cover for the “i-Drive” system controller, the “Black Line” handbrake handle, a gear knob with digital display, a leather gear knob or an aluminium gear knob. There are also aluminium pedals, AC Schnitzer foot rests and velours floor mats.

AC Schnitzer offers tuning packages for all models starting from 316i, 328i, 335i and diesel range – 318d, 320d and 330d. The power outputs vary from 171HP (126 kW) to 360HP (265 kW).

The AC Schnitzer sport s rear silencer convinces the most demanding drivers with one or two chrome “Racing” exhaust pipes (left/right combination). For pure optical purposes the chromed “Racing” tailpipe is also separately available.

The AC Schnitzer suspension spring kit combined with a lower suspension setting of 25 mm brings the Touring closer to the ground.

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February 28, 2013

AC Schnitzer BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe

AC Schnitzer has announced their tuning version of BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe. The car will be presented at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show in March. The stylish four-door coupe comes with both – styling and performance modifications.

The exterior boasts complete aerodynamics upgrades by AC Schnitzer including a new carbon front spoiler and a carbon rear diffuser for M-technik models and the normal versions will get a front spoiler with optional chrome line set and a rear skirt extension. The are also chromed front grilles and bonnet vents.

AC Schnitzer 6-Series Gran Coupe rolls enormous wheels in various types – Type IV BiColor, Type IV silver,

Type VIII BiColor, black and silver in dimensions – 19” or 20”. Lightweight forged alloys and

forged racing rims Type VIII BiColor are available in sizes 9.0J x 21″ and 10.0J x 21″ with 255/30 R21 tyres on the front and 295/25 R 21 tyres on the rear.

The interior features “Black Line“ aluminium cover for the i-Drive system controller, aluminium footrests and pedals, and velours floor mats.

The 640d model is boosted from 313HP to 360HP and the 640i from 320HP to 360HP. The AC Schnitzer twin sports rear silencer with chromed “Sports Trim“ tailpipes (right/left), also available in export version, provides the matching sound track.

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February 28, 2013

AC Schnitzer BMW 1-series M Coupe Unveiled

AC Schnitzer BMW 1-series M Coupe has just been unveiled through tuning company’s Facebook page. As a matter of fact this is the fastest road-legal BMW. The proof for this is that the car has achieved a lap time of 1:35.80 min on the Sachsenring.

On the outer side of the car we can clearly see that some original elements have been replaced with carbon fiber. In addition, the perfect BiColour Finish gives the Type VIII alloy wheel a sophisticated sporting look which makes perfectly the aggressive stance of the vehicle.

The interior is also entirely changed and obviously the aim was to deliver more luxurious experience of the occupants. We can see that the seats are wrapped in leather and have impressive contrast “diamond” stitching. Wrapping is also noticeable on the steering wheel. Floor mats have been changed.

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December 13, 2012

AC Schnitzer 2012 BMW 3-Series F30 [video]

AC Schnitzer has always created something special from “boring” family saloons like BMW 3-Series. This is their latest project based on the all-new BMW F30.

AC Schnitzer boosted the Diesel range significantly: 318d and 320d to achieve 171 HP (126 kW) and 218 HP (160 kW). The performance upgrades for the 328i and 335i will realise 294 HP (216 kW) and 360 HP (265 kW) but both are still in the final development stage. One thing is for sure: with the AC Schnitzer performance upgrades the 3 series will have an even more impressive presence.

The saloon makes itself heard with the AC Schnitzer sports rear silencer with one or two chromed “Racing” tailpipes. A pure optical enhancement is given by the AC Schnitzer “Racing” tailpipe

In the 3 series by AC Schnitzer, you ride out life’s ups and downs on the AC Schnitzer suspension spring kit. In combination with lowering, this ensures that you can never lose ground adhesion even on turbulent, twisty events. This is guaranteed with the AC Schnitzer wheels Type IV BiColor and silver, Type VI and Type VIII in 18 to enormous 20”, which form a solid yet sporting and elegant basis for the wheelarches.

A new addition to the AC Schnitzer range is the Type VIII wheel in BiColor silver. This comes in 18, 19 and 20 inch and impresses with its sporting elegance. The colouring – lacquered silver with bright turned aluminium accents – makes it appear even larger.

The ACS3 reveals its inner values with the AC Schnitzer “Black Line” aluminium cover for the BMW “i-Drive” system controller, several gear knobs, the “Black Line” aluminium handbrake handle, the aluminium pedal set, a foot rest and floor mats in velours. But that’s not all:

The aerodynamic components from AC Schnitzer make the already excellent standard model into a vehicle with even more dynamism and sporting ambitions. The AC Schnitzer front spoiler, chromed front grille, rear roof spoiler, rear spoiler and rear skirt extension, complemented by design stripes are also now available.

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October 2, 2012

AC Schnitzer BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe – Tuning to Perfection

AC Schnitzer has announced their tuning program for one of the latest BMW models – the four-door coupe 6-Series Gran Coupe. The big car comes with both styling and performance packages.

The exterior modifications include entire aerodynamics AC Schnitzer package – a new front spoiler, a rear bumper insert and additional chrome trim. There is also a complete high performance brake system behind enormous 19” to 21” Schnitzer wheels. The tuning specialists also fitted the Gran Coupe with a sports exhaust system.

Lightweight forged alloys and forged racing rims Type VIII BiColor are available in sizes 9J x 21″ and 10J x 21″ with 255/30 R 21 tyres on the front and 295/25 R 21 tyres on the rear.

The interior boasts a new sport steering wheel, aluminum pedals, an aluminum iDrive knob and velour floor mats with Schnitzer logo.

There are performance packages for the 640i and the 640d models.

The mighty petrol is boosted to 360HP (264 kW) from 320HP (235 kW) and the diesel now develops the same amount of power like the petrol engine – 360HP (264 kW), instead of 313HP. This is an increase of 47HP (35 kW) over the factory power.

Perfectionism is defined as striving for perfection. This is the goal of the experts at AC Schnitzer, and the 6-series Gran Coupé demonstrates that even good things can actually be improved further.

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July 11, 2012

AC Schnitzer Raptor MINI John Cooper Works Coupe

A John Cooper Works MINI Coupe is sufficiently fast enough, right? Of course it is – 211 hp, 280 Nm of peak torque and a 6.4 second run to the 60 mile an hour mark. But apparently, one such MINI recently did a lap on the Hockenheim Race Circuit with a time of 1:13.0 on slick tires. The event was a 2012 “Tuner Grand Prix” and was hosted by the “sport auto” magazine. That’s pretty impressive, but AC Schnitzer believe, the Coupe can do better than that (it is after all a “tuner” prix).

That is when they brought out their concept AC Schnitzer Raptor John Cooper Works MINI and did the same circuit in 1:10.87 on sports tires. Obviously, some extensive work was needed on top of the base. Two key concepts have been used into the making of the Raptor – power and lightness.

The engine management system has been remapped with an AC Schnitzer Motronic unit, a Schnitzer turbo and interccooler sysem has also been put to work. There’s a limited slip differential and a sports clutch which connects a special “Short Shift” racing transmission to the drive train. The final pinch of power is added thanks to the new stainless steel exhaust system that employs a racing catalyst. The end result is a 1 second drop on the 0 to 60 mph run (5.4). The power is now up to 300 hp which stampede over your head at 5000 rpm and the peak torque stands at 340 Nm.

A 100 kg diet has been imposed on the MINI – A carbon hood, doors and trunklid keep the weight down (so does the exclusive ion battery) while carbon sports wings and a carbon diffuser provide much downforce without an extra toll on the overall mass. A somewhat more stable body structure is achieved through additional antiroll bars and through a lower center of gravity thanks to the lowering suspension. On it’s axles, the Raptor MINI has the fairly wide AC Schnitzer 7.5J x 18” Mi2 BiColor wheels fitted with 225/35 ZR 18 tires.

AC-Schnitzer-Rapror-MINI-medium — AC Schnitzer John Cooper Works MINI Coupe Raptor

Inside, one would not find the exact definition of luxury but you do get a roll-cage and carbon fiber buckets seats – comfy. Also the foot rest and pedal are all aluminum.

And that pretty much sums up the AC Schnitzer John Cooper Works MINI Coupe Raptor concept which has the sole purpose to dominate the track… and your someone’s wallet – it’s estimated value is around 62,000 Euros.

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June 15, 2012

BMW 328i by AC Schnitzer

M cars are not the only prime candidates for first-class tuning. Take the BMW 328i for example. It’s pretty neat, powerful, compact and nimble. It only takes a company like AC Schnitzer to turn it into a desirable performance machine.

The engine receives an extra control unit that amps the power from 245hp to 295hp. The maximum torque is now 410Nm. Top speed is still limited to 250 km/h but zero to one hundred happens in 5.7 seconds – .2 of a second less.

The suspension has been lowered thanks to a spring kit provided by Schnitzer and the choice of wheels is mind boggling: AC Schnitzer wheels Type IV BiColor and silver, Type VI and Type VIII in 18 , 19 and 20-inch sizes. The Type VIII are also available in BiColor – lacquered silver with bright turned aluminium accents.

Additional aerodynamic features include the AC Schnitzer front spoiler, rear roof spoiler, rear spoiler and rear skirt extension. From the latter, 2 pairs of chromy twin tailpipes stick out, giving away the AC Schnitzer sports rear silencer.

The interior of the car serves as a showcase of AC Schnitzer‘s“Black Line” aluminum themes – that includes the “i-Drive” system controller and the handbrake handle. Pedal set is aluminum as well and so is the foot rest. The floor mats are in velours.

You can go and see it right now at the Geneva Motor Show but if you want to get one, that’s going to have to happen latter this year. In the summer perhaps.

Full specs bellow.

Basic car:

BMW 328i (F30)

Engine:

AC Schnitzer performance upgrade –

Performance: 217kW/295hp (standard: 180kW/245hp)

at 5800rpm (standard: 5000-6500rpm)

Maximum torque: 410Nm (standard: 350Nm)

at 2000-3000rpm (standard: 1250-4800)

Maximum speed (km/h) 250 – electronically limited

0 – 100 km/h: 5,7 seconds (standard: 5,9 seconds)

AC Schnitzer engine optics

Exhaust:

AC Schnitzer sports rear silencer with

2 chromed “Racing” tailtrims in

right / left combination

Suspension:

AC Schnitzer spring kit, lowering approx. 25 mm

Aerodynamics:

AC Schnitzer front spoiler

AC Schnitzer front grille, chromed

AC Schnitzer rear roof spoiler

AC Schnitzer rear spoiler

AC Schnitzer rear skirt

AC Schnitzer decals

Interior:

AC Schnitzer aluminium cover, “Black Line”

for BMW “i-Drive“ system controller

AC Schnitzer aluminium handbrake handle, “Black Line”

AC Schnitzer gear knob with digital shift display

AC Schnitzer leather gear knob, illuminated

AC Schnitzer aluminium gear knob “Black Line”

AC Schnitzer aluminium pedals

AC Schnitzer foot rest

AC Schnitzer floor mats, velours

Wheel/Tyre sets:

AC Schnitzer Wheel/Tyre Set with Type VIII Wheels BiColor Silver

front: 8,5 x 18″ with tyres 225/45 R 18

rear: 8,5 x 18″ with tyres 225/45 R 18

front: 8,5 x 19″ with tyres 225/40 R 19

rear: 8,5 x 19″ with tyres 255/35 R 19

front: 8,5 x 20″ with tyres 225/35 R 20

rear: 8,5 x 20″ with tyres 255/30 R 20

AC Schnitzer Wheel/Tyre Set with Type IV Wheels BiColor

front: 8,5 x 18″ with tyres 225/45 R 18

rear: 8,5 x 18″ with tyres 225/45 R 18

front: 8,5 x 19″ with tyres 225/40 R 19

rear: 8,5 x 19″ with tyres 255/35 R 19

AC Schnitzer Wheel/Tyre Set with Type IV Wheels Silver

front: 8,5 x 18″ with tyres 225/45 R 18

rear: 8,5 x 18″ with tyres 225/45 R 18

front: 8,5 x 19″ with tyres 225/40 R 19

rear: 8,5 x 19″ with tyres 255/35 R 19

AC Schnitzer Wheel/Tyre Set with Type VIII Wheels BiColor

front: 8,5 x 19″ with tyres 225/40 R 19

rear: 8,5 x 19″ with tyres 255/35 R 19

AC Schnitzer Wheel/Tyre Set with Type VI Wheels BiColor

front: 8,5 x 18″ with tyres 225/45 R 18

rear: 8,5 x 18″ with tyres 225/45 R 18

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March 12, 2012

BMW M5 by AC Schnitzer

When the latest BMW M5 came out, it was the definition of balance between mad performance and everyday sedan practicality. Now the Aachen-based AC Schnitzer want to tip the scales in faveor of more power, more sportiness and more flamboyancy. It’s the ACS5 Sport Saloon.

To start off, they added an additional control unit on the engine that boosts the power to 620hp. The engine’s torque output is also increased to 790Nm. Zero to sixty now takes 4.1 seconds. An AC Schnitzer twin sports silencer with valve control provides the sound to match the grunt. Chromed “Sports Trim“ tailpipes enclose the Schnitzer carbon rear diffuser.

That brings us to aerodynamics. The diffuser plus the carbon front spoiler, rear roof spoiler and rear spoiler provide necessary down force which is there to tame the fresh power. In the mean time, a chromed front grille, “Magic Blue“ and silver livery, AC Schnitzer badges for the side and an AC Schnitzer logo “ACS5 Sport“ visually complete the aerodynamic power pack.

The suspension has been slightly tweaked as a new AC spring kit replaces the standard one. There is also a generous choice of wheels. 20-inch Type V forged alloy wheels or Type IV BiColor rims in the same size. The third option involves a set of bigger, 21-inch Type VIII racing and forged alloy rims.

“Magic Blue“ is the prevailing theme inside. A “Black Line“ aluminum cover for the “i-Drive” system controller and aluminum pedals add some contrast. The footrest also matches the pedals while the floor mats are in velours.

So if you ever want more from your BMW M5, AC Schnitzer is the company for you.

Full specs bellow

Basic car:

BMW M5 (F10)

Engine:

AC Schnitzer performance upgrade –

Performance: 456kW/620hp (standard: 412kW/560hp)

at 6300rpm (standard: 6000-7000rpm)

Maximum torque: 790Nm (standard: 680Nm)

at 3000 rpm (standard: 1500-5750rpm)

Maximum speed: 305 – electronically limited

0 – 100 km/h: 4,1 seconds (standard: 4,3 seconds)

AC Schnitzer engine optics

AC Schnitzer engine compartment optics

Exhaust:

AC Schnitzer twin sports rear silencer with

valve control and chromed “Sports Trim” tailtrims

Suspension:

AC Schnitzer spring kit, lowering approx. 25 mm

Aerodynamics:

AC Schnitzer carbon front spoiler

AC Schnitzer front grille, chromed

AC Schnitzer vitro emblems for side walls

AC Schnitzer rear roof spoiler

AC Schnitzer rear spoiler

AC Schnitzer carbon rear diffuser

AC Schnitzer emblem “ACS5 Sport”, side right/ left

Vehicle wrap BiColor “Magic Blue” – Silver

Interior:

AC Schnitzer aluminium cover, “Black Line”

for BMW “i-Drive“ system controller

AC Schnitzer aluminium pedals

AC Schnitzer foot rest

AC Schnitzer floor mats, velours

Interieur panels and steering wheel insert wrapped in “Magic Blue”

Wheel/Tyre sets

AC Schnitzer Wheel/Tyre set with

Type VIII Racing Forged Wheels

front: 9,0J x 21″ with tyres 255/30 R 21

rear: 10,0J x 21″ with tyres 295/25 R 21

AC Schnitzer Wheel/Tyre set with

Type VIII Lightweight Forged Wheels

front: 9,0J x 21″ with tyres 255/30 R 21

rear: 10,0J x 21″ with tyres 295/25 R 21

AC Schnitzer Wheel/Tyre set with

Type V Lightweight Forged Wheels

front: 9,0J x 20“ with tyres 255/35 R 20

rear: 10,0J x 20“ with tyres 285/30 R 20

front: 9,0J x 20″ with tyres 265/35 R 20

rear: 10,0 x 20″ with tyres 295/30 R 20

AC Schnitzer Wheel/Tyre set with

Type IV BiColor

front: 9,0J x 20“ with tyres 255/35 R 20

rear: 10,0J x 20“ with tyres 285/30 R 20

front: 9,0J x 20″ with tyres 265/35 R 20

rear: 10,0 x 20″ with tyres 295/30 R 20

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March 12, 2012

AC Schnitzer BMW 3-Series F30

The official tuning company of BMW – AC Schnitzer has revealed some small pictures of the new updated 3-Series F30. The AC Schnitzer F30 will make its official debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, next month. Until then, you can check the images below to get some information about it.

The exterior is slightly touched with adding new front and rear skirts and sets of different wheels in dimensions from 18” to 20” fitted with proper tires. There is no information about the interior, but the owners won’t be disappointed. A set of aluminum ACS pedals are planned as well as ACS floor mats and sports steering wheel and knob.

Performance packages will be available for the new turbocharged petrol and diesel engines. The new 28i is expected to develop more than 300PS with just an ECU re-map and sports exhaust system. The twin-turbocharged 2.0 liter four-cylinder petrol now delivers 245PS (180 kW) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque.

Stay tuned for more pictures and information about the ACS F30.

Source: AC Schnitzer

February 23, 2012

2012 AC Schnitzer MINI Cooper Coupé

What would make a MINI Cooper Coupé more sporting? The correct answer is – tuning experts from AC Schnitzer. Yes, they are working with the aim to deliver some impressive tuning highlights for the two-seater vehicle.

First of all there are some performance upgrades included. The modifications for the MINI Cooper SD Coupé and S Coupé are currently in development and planning respectively. More importantly is that there is already guaranteed a balanced handling on the exit from tight corners thank to the AC Schnitzer limited slip differential with locking up to 75%.

Moreover the perfect dynamic driving experience is improved by the acoustic qualities of the AC Schnitzer sports rear silencer of stainless steel with chromed Racing tailpipe trim. In addition the AC Schnitzer sports exhaust system balances the complete exhaust system to the demands of higher power and tuned engines. And to make the driving even more exciting there is also featured the AC Schnitzer high performance brake system. It includes 4-piston fixed caliper brakes (left/right) with slotted discs (left/right), the set of brake pads, caliper holder and steel flexible brake lines. In order to give the MINI Cooper Coupé high performance “movement gear“, the experts from AC Schnitzer have included a height-adjustable racing suspension (or the AC Schnitzer suspension spring kit), an aluminium strut brace and special antiroll bar for the rear axle.

Of course AC Schnitzer hasn’t forgotten how important the outer look is for the MINI. Hence, there is an AC Schnitzer decor set available in various designs, together with the rear “Technology & Design“sticker. Not forgetting the interior too, the MINI Cooper Coupé by AC Schnitzer can be enhanced by the AC Schnitzer gear knob with digital gear display, aluminium pedal set, foot rests, “Black Line” handbrake handle and velours foot mats. Furthermore a sporting stance on the road is provided by the AC Schnitzer Mi2 BiColor wheels in 18 inch or the Mi 1 silver wheels in 17 inch with corresponding tyres. At last this sporting car features the impressive chromed AC Schnitzer exhaust trim, which makes the final touch to the overall look of the MINI.

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January 4, 2012

AC Schnitzer BMW 1-Series F20

AC Schnitzer has announced another tuning program, but this time for the BMW 1-Series F20. The striking appearance suits to the small hatchback and the performance upgrades make it a lot faster and more pleasant to driving.

The exterior comes with aerodynamics package including a new front spoiler, rear roof mounted spoiler, Racing exhaust tailpipe and big 18” or 19” light alloy wheels in new ACS design.

The interior boasts aluminium Black Line gear knob, a gear knob with digital gear display, or an illuminated leather gear knob. There are also ACS Black Line aluminium cover for the i-Drive system controller, aluminium handbrake with chrome accents or fully in Black Line, aluminium foot rest and sport pedal set, and velours floor mats.

The tuner also offers a lowering suspension spring set, which cuts 25mm from the ride’s height and gives better stance and handling.

The performance packages boost the 118d and 120d. The 118d now delivers 171PS (126 kW) and the 120d is boosted all the way to 210PS (155 kW).

AC Schnitzer BMW 1-Series F20 - Front Angle View