AC Schnitzer Unwraps New BMW X3 Tuning Package

Available since autumn 2010, the second iteration of the BMW X3 continues to draw the attention of European tuners. Seen here in AC Schnitzer guise, the F25 X3 has been upgraded with a styling package and go-fast modifications.
For starters, AC Schnitzer has upped the performance on the 2.0-liter diesel-powered xDrive20d from 184-horses to 218HP, while the company is also working on a kit for the xDrive30d as well as the 6-cylinder 2.8i and 3.5i petrol models, which will be released later this year.
Read more »Source URL: https://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/search/label/AC%20Schnitzer
Visit ashes garrett for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

AC Schnitzer Claims to have Built the Fastest MINI with its New Eagle Concept

Is an impressive run around the Hockenheim Circuit enough to crown a car the fastest of its kind? Well, according to BMW Group tuning specialist AC Schnitzer, the answer to the above question is yes. The German company raced its John Cooper Works MINI-based Eagle Concept car at the Hockenheim Circuit recording a lap time of 1:13,341 minutes.
AC Schnitzer says the Eagle beat several thoroughbred sports cars such as the Ferrari California (1:13,5 minutes) and the Porsche 911 Turbo (1:14,6 minutes), and was left behind only by specially tuned or hardcore models like the KTM X-Bow and the BMW M3 Kompressor.
Read more »Source URL: https://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/search/label/AC%20Schnitzer
Visit ashes garrett for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

AC Schnitzer Shows Off Alloy Wheel Options for 2012 BMW 6-Series Coupe and Convertible Models

It won’t be long before we’re flooded with an array of tuning proposals for the new 2012 BMW 6-Series Coupe and Convertible models (also known by their internal codenames of F13 and F12 respectively), but for now, AC Schnitzer is whetting our appetite with its alloy wheel offerings plus an aluminum cover for the iDrive system, and aluminum pedals and foot rest.
Read more »Source URL: https://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/search/label/AC%20Schnitzer
Visit ashes garrett for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

VIDEO: AC Schnitzer's Diesel-Powered BMW Z4 and 540HP 5-Series

The new BMW Z4-based 99d roadster and the BMW 550i-based ACS5 sports saloon will hog the limelight on AC Schnitzer's stand at this week's 2011 Geneva Motor Show. Both models were developed to offer performance without compromising on fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions. The Z4 99d comes with a 190HP 2.0-liter turbo diesel engine, while the ACS5 features a 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 gasoline unit pumping out 540-ponies. Scope out the first promotional videos of AC Schnitzer's newest tunes right after the break.

Read more »Source URL: https://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/search/label/AC%20Schnitzer
Visit ashes garrett for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

Geneva Preshow: AC Schnitzer Turns the BMW 550i into the 540HP ACS5 Sport S Saloon

AC Schnitzer has prepared two production ready concept cars for this year's edition of the Geneva motor show. We've already told you about the first car, the diesel-powered 99d that is based on the BMW Z4 roadster, so here's the tuning firm's second proposal. The ACS5 Sport S Saloon is based on the latest BMW 550i sedan and is said to feature numerous performance and styling upgrades, though AC Schnitzer is keeping mum about most of the details.
Read more »Source URL: https://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/search/label/AC%20Schnitzer
Visit ashes garrett for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

AC Schnitzer 99d is a $205,500 BMW Z4 Fitted with a Diesel Engine that Returns 3.8lt/100km or 61.9 mpg

BMW's decision to create the new 'i' sub-brand for the growing number of eco-conscious buyers has apparently rubbed off its partners like AC Schnitzer, as the German tuning firm will be launching a production ready concept based on the Z4 hardtop-roadster at next week's Geneva motor show.
Developed as an eco-friendly sports car that adapts to AC Schnitzer's new motto "Efficient Performance", the 99d gets its name from its CO2 emission levels and the diesel powerplant housed under its hood.

Read more »Source URL: https://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/search/label/AC%20Schnitzer
Visit ashes garrett for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

AC Schnitzer Offers First Batch of Goodies for MINI Countryman

German tuner AC Schnitzer has launched its first tuning package for the MINI Countryman . The focus is clearly on the wheels, as clients can choose between four different designs in two different sizes (18- or 19-inch) to go with the two-tone white and black exterior paint job. In fact, AC Schnitzer has just broken a personal record: in a company first, it has fitted a MINI with 19-inch rims. As for the interior, the tuning house offers an aluminum pedal set and gear knob or various knobs clad in leather with incorporated, digital gear display unit.
Read more »Source URL: https://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/search/label/AC%20Schnitzer
Visit ashes garrett for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

AC Schnitzer Offers First Batch of Goodies for MINI Countryman

German tuner AC Schnitzer has launched its first tuning package for the MINI Countryman . The focus is clearly on the wheels, as clients can choose between four different designs in two different sizes (18- or 19-inch) to go with the two-tone white and black exterior paint job. In fact, AC Schnitzer has just broken a personal record: in a company first, it has fitted a MINI with 19-inch rims. As for the interior, the tuning house offers an aluminum pedal set and gear knob or various knobs clad in leather with incorporated, digital gear display unit.
By Csaba Daradics




_______________________________GALLERY_______________________________

Source URL: https://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/search/label/AC%20Schnitzer
Visit ashes garrett for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

AC Schnitzer Turns All-Electric MINI E into a Police Car [with Video]

In support of the German Automobile Tuner Association’s “Tune it! Safe!” campaign, AC Schnitzer built the MINI E Police Look Concept, which is being showcased at the 2010 Essen Motor Show. The idea behind the campaign is to create a car that can satisfy tuning aficionados and also meet safety standards.
Read more »Source URL: https://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/search/label/AC%20Schnitzer
Visit ashes garrett for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection

AC Schnitzer Tunes the F11 BMW 5-Series Touring [with Video]

AC Schnitzer has released a comprehensive tuning program for the new F11 BMW 5-series consisting of power upgrades for all diesel engines, suspension tweaks, aerodynamic components and interior bits.
The German firm's engineers started with the 2.0-liter four-pot found on the 520d, raising output to 218 hp, and continued with the more noble 525d, which has a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine. In this case peak output was boosted to 245 hp, same as the stock 530d. After AC Schnitzer's tune, the latter is now rated at 286 hp, while the range-topping 535d churns out an impressive 360 hp.

Read more »Source URL: https://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/search/label/AC%20Schnitzer
Visit ashes garrett for Daily Updated Hairstyles Collection