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AC Schnitzer ACS1 Convertible 2 (BMW 1-Series Cabrio) gallery: 8 photos >>


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AC Schnitzer brings out second bodywork kit for 1-series BMW

1-series Cabrio with even more "M"-otion

M-Technik pack factory fitted, or prefer an exciting body kit from AC Schnitzer? Why not both! Because after the spectacular bodywork components of the 1-series coupé and cabrio, chief designer Michele Viandante of the Aachen-based BMW tuner has developed a "stunning" update for the M-Technik version in every detail. With sophisticated AC Schnitzer attachments for the front and rear skirt, this sets the final accents in sporting style. The front part, almost totally vertical as standard, is enhanced by extensions which protrude forwards like a spoiler edge. Viandante has managed to retain the impressive beefiness of the 1-series, and at the same time create a far more dynamic note. A further design feature are the greatly enlarged side air intakes on the front spoiler. This gives the car a greedier, more competitive look. At the same time, the chromed webs give an air of elegance and luxury.

The fact that the 1-series not only looks extremely quick, but also is extremely quick, is proven by the AC Schnitzer performance upgrades. The spearhead is the 135i which rises from 225 kW/306 HP to 265 kW/360 HP. The diesel power plants also have a lot of reserves. The 120d increases from 130 kW/177 HP to an impressive 154 kW/210 HP. The 123d, normally good for 150kW/204 HP, now develops 177 kW/240 HP. Fast acceleration, and most other road-users are already far behind the BMW. And here too there are also clear differences to be found from the normal AC Schnitzer bodykit. Instead of a rear skirt attachment, the M-Technik variant has a far larger and more dominant bumper insert. Extending far in the direction of the boot lid, with long ribs in the style of a diffusor, this lends a very racy look when combined with the chromed

AC Schnitzer exhaust tailpipe in "Racing Design“. AC Schnitzer alloy wheels, here in the filigree sporting design Type IV "BiColor“ in 19", complete the model athlete. And the power lies "in the legs“ – suspension development is one of the core competences of the tuner, founded in 1987. Depending on personal preference, the customer has a choice of a suspension spring kit, sports or race suspension. All components have been set up on the Nurburgring by racing driver Manfred Wollgarten, Engineering Director. Which doesn't mean that the 1-series by AC Schnitzer isn't any fun for a gentle cruise along the boulevards.

AC Schnitzer ACS1 Convertible / Coupé in detail:

Engine:

AC Schnitzer performance upgrade for BMW 135i
from 225 kW / 306 hp to 265 kW / 360 hp incl.
- AC Schnitzer sports rear silencer and
- AC Schnitzer instrument display with speedometer up to 320 km/h

AC Schnitzer performance upgrade for BMW 123d
from 150 kW / 204 hp to 177 kW / 240 hp

AC Schnitzer performance upgrade for BMW 120d
from 130 kW / 177 hp to 154 kW / 210 hp

AC Schnitzer instrument display with speedometer up to 320 km/h

Exhaust:

AC Schnitzer sports rear silencer
incl. chromed tailtrim in “Racing“ Design
Tailtrim “Racing“ for 118i, 120i, 125i, 120d and 123d

Suspension:

AC Schnitzer sports suspension for 118i, 120i,120d, 123d, 135i
AC Schnitzer height adjustable racing suspension for 120d, 123d, 135i
AC Schnitzer spring kit for 118i, 120i, 120d, 123d, 135i
AC Schnitzer “Racing“ strut brace for 120d, 123d, 135i

Aerodynamics:

AC Schnitzer front spoiler
AC Schnitzer front spoiler elements for cars with M-Technik
AC Schnitzer rear skirt top part
AC Schnitzer rear skirt insert for cars with M-Technik
AC Schnitzer rear roof spoiler (for Coupé)
AC Schnitzer rear wing (for Coupé)

Steering:

AC Schnitzer 3-spoke sports airbag steering wheel “Evo“
AC Schnitzer 3-spoke sports airbag steering wheel
AC Schnitzer carbon steering wheel insert silver

Interior:

AC Schnitzer instrument display with speedometer up to 320 km/h
AC Schnitzer carbon interior silver
AC Schnitzer door panels, carbon silver “Exklusiv“
AC Schnitzer carbon cover for ashtray, silver “Exklusiv“
AC Schnitzer aluminium gear knob silver and “Black Line“
AC Schnitzer gear knob with illuminated logo and leather gear lever cover
AC Schnitzer carbon automatic gear shift knob, silver
AC Schnitzer aluminium handbrake handle silver and “Black Line“
AC Schnitzer aluminium cover for BMW‘s “i-Drive System“ controller, silver and “Black Line“
AC Schnitzer aluminium pedals, eloxed
AC Schnitzer aluminium foot rest, eloxed
AC Schnitzer velours floor mats

Wheels/Tyres:

AC Schnitzer light alloy wheels Type VI
front: 8,5J x 18“ with 225/40 R 18
rear: 8,5J x 18“ with 225/40 R 18

AC Schnitzer light alloy wheels Type IV silver and “BiColor“
front: 8,5J x 18“ with 225/40 R 18
rear: 8,5J x 18“ with 225/40 R 18
front: 8,5J x 19" with 225/35 R 19
rear: 8,5J x 19" with 225/35 R 19

AC Schnitzer racing wheels Type III
front: 8,5J x 18“ with 225/40 R 18
rear: 8,5J x 18“ with 225/40 R 18
front: 8,5J x 19" with 225/35 R 19
rear: 8,5J x 19" with 225/35 R 19

AC Schnitzer light alloy wheels Type III
front: 8,5J x 17“ with 225/45 R 17
rear: 8,5J x 17“ with 225/45 R 17
front: 8,5J x 18“ with 225/40 R 18
rear: 8,5J x 18“ with 225/40 R 18
front: 8,5J x 19" with 225/35 R 19
rear: 8,5J x 19" with 225/35 R 19

AC Schnitzer light alloy wheels Type II
front: 8,5J x 19" with 225/35 R 19
rear: 8,5J x 19" with 225/35 R 19

AC Schnitzer ACS1 Convertible 2 (BMW 1-Series Cabrio) gallery: 8 photos >>

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