Archive for the 'AC Schnitzer' Category

AC Schnitzer "Alloys Up" the new BMW X1 Compact SUV

Friday, December 4th, 2009

It won’t be long before AC Scnitzer goes all crazy on the Bavarian automaker’s new X1 with numerous mechanical upgrades and styling accessories, but for the time being, the seasoned BMW tuner has presented three new sets of alloy wheels for the compact-sized SUV/crossover. Depending on the design they choose, buyers can opt for 18-, [...]

AC Schnitzer Does its Thing on the BMW Z4 Roadster, 3.5i Turbo gets 360HP Upgrade

Friday, December 4th, 2009

Longtime Bimmer specialist AC Schnitzer has created a detailed tuning package for the second generation BMW Z4 roadster. For the time being, under-the-hood upgrades are limited for the most powerful variant of the hardtop roadster model, the 3.5i. With AC Schnitzer’s upgrades, the modified twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter six delivers an ample 360 horsepower, launching the Z4 [...]

AC Schnitzer MINI Convertible Performance Package with up to 226HP

Friday, December 4th, 2009

The new MINI Convertible has caught the attention of engineers from famed tuner AC Schnizter that have developed a comprehensive sport package for the drop top. The German firm started by tuning the MINI’s 1.6-liter turbocharged engine to produce a reported 208HP for the domestic market model and 226HP for the export model, up from [...]

AC Schnitzer's Alloy Wheel Proposals for the new BMW Z4 Roadster

Friday, December 4th, 2009

Just the other day, when we showed you photos of a new Z4 Roadster spotted outside a Hartge dealership, we told you that it was only a matter of time before the usual BMW tuning ‘culprits’ start releasing their goodies for the latest version of the Bavarian roadster that’s equipped with a retractable hardtop. And [...]

AC Schnitzer's Kitschy BMW i-Drive Cover has us Driving Away

Friday, December 4th, 2009

At first we thought that BMW tuning specialist AC Schnizter had released one of those tacky car vent fresheners that imitate the looks of an alloy wheel design. Well, we got the second part right as the German tuner has come up with a new, black anodized aluminium cover for the BMW i-Drive, u-Get Confused, [...]