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Essen 2011: The new BMW 6-series Coupe by AC Schnitzer

F13 is the plain model designation of the third generation BMW 6-series Coupé which was officially presented to the public in October. The Aachen-based tuning specialists approached the project with fingertip sensitivity and technical know-how to make the new "star in the Coupé heaven" (to quote GQ magazine) into a true AC Schnitzer.

Powerful, dynamic, elegant yet totally suitable for everyday use: these are the adjectives which perfectly describe the 6-series Coupé by AC Schnitzer.

The largest of the available BMW power plants from the 650i has undergone a performance upgrade from 407 (standard) to 540 HP. Now the eight-cylinder engine races from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds. This is complemented by the AC Schnitzer engine and engine bay styling, which demonstrates the power of the motor even when stopped. Complete with AC Schnitzer twin sports rear silencer including chromed "Sport Trim" tailpipes right and left, the 650i can be seen and above all heard from behind, too.

For the export market, the Aachen-based tuning experts have developed an 8-piston high performance brake system for the front, to match the increased drive power. The 8-piston fixed calipers on the right and left, the 8-piece set of brake linings and the caliper holders together ensure that the "Bavarian Coupé" scrubs off the speed rapidly and safely. The driving dynamics are given a helping hand with the AC Schnitzer suspension spring kit.

The wheelarches are amply filled with the AC Schnitzer wheels and corresponding tyres in Type IV in BiColor or silver, Type V Lightweight Forged alloys in BiColor, or Type VIII in BiColor or as Racing Forged rims in BiColor.

New to the range are the Type VIII Racing Forged alloy wheels in BiColor in 21-inch, which now weigh in at just a sensational 11.5 kg (9.0J x 21") or 11.9 kg (10.0J x 21"). So in comparison with standard wheels (star spoke 311) in 20 inch, they bring a weight saving of 30%. And that's despite the fact that the AC Schnitzer Type VIII Lightweigt Forged wheels are a full 1 inch larger.

The flowing, sporting shape of the BMW 6-series Coupé is emphasised and given clearer contours by the AC Schnitzer aerodynamic conversion. The front is enhanced with a front spoiler, a chromed front grille and chrome strips which can be fitted either as a set or individually. AC Schnitzer also offers a rear spoiler, an rear skirt insert and a loading edge protector film to give the body of the 6-series Coupé that finishing touch.

On the inside, the 6-series by AC Schnitzer lives up to its exterior promise. Sporting, sophisticated accessories which give an aura of motorsport ambience: a sports airbag steering wheel, the AC Schnitzer "Black Line" aluminium cover for the i-Drive System Controller, the AC Schnitzer aluminium foot rest and pedals, and boot and foot mats in velours.

AC Schnitzer BMW 6 Coupe F13 gallery: 10 photos >>

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