AC SCHNITZER Program for the E90 3 Series Sedan

AC SCHNITZER Program for the E90 3 Series Sedan

ACS3 Sedan

The 3-series offers a superb basis for creating an AC Schnitzer ACS3 from an already excellent BMW. It is precisely this challenge which faced our engineers and designers. They have developed a range which leaves nothing to be desired.

Performance Upgrades

Engine tuning and performance upgrades have a long tradition at AC Schnitzer. To be on the safe side however, we prefer not to extract the maximum possible power but instead ensure greater robustness, which means a longer life of the engine. Many of our diesel performance upgrades are therefore designed for an increase in torque rather than an increase in horsepower. Because torque is what you feel when for example you're "pressed back in the seat" on pulling away. For all engine variants we have developed sports rear silencers made from stainless steel which improve the exhaust gas flow. The "chromed" finish comes from the Racing tailpipe, which is available for purely visual enhancement.

Suspension

To further improve the driving dynamics, our engineers have developed a wealth of suspension components. The first step was the implementation of a spring kit which lowers the vehicle by around 25 - 30 mm. In the next stage, the specifications for the suspension engineers include a complete sports suspension and antiroll bar kit with racing strut brace for the front. The complete modification perceptibly improves the driving behavior of the new 3-series for more sports performance with no significant loss of comfort, and also substantially increase safety reserves. Last but not least we additionally develop a special racing suspension.

The Bodywork

The appearance of the new 3-series is enhanced by the striking aerodynamic conversion. Depending on personal taste, the customer has a choice between the sports style variant and the Chromeline Design (for the side skirts).In the sports variant, the side skirts are painted completely in body color. In the Chromeline variant, additional chromed elements are used. in body color. In the Chromeline variant, additional chromed elements are used. The BMW E90 is given a quite unique expression thanks to the new front spoiler. This makes the 3-series look even lower and at the same time improves down-force. Aerodynamic balance is provided by the rear roof spoiler, the one-piece rear spoiler and the rear skirt with its striking underfloor wing profile. The AC Schnitzer aerodynamic range is completed by the sports mirrors.

The Interior

For the interior, a carbon interior trim in "Exclusive" silver is available with matching sports airbag steering wheels. We have a range of aluminum accessories such as e.g. gear knobs, handbrake handle, pedals, footrests and a cover for the BMW "i-Drive System" available. Velours floor mats complete the range.

The Wheels

Type II and Type III alloys and racing rims are of course available. Wheel/tyre combinations are possible in various sizes from 17" to maximum 20", with 245/30 R 20 all round. The avant-garde Type IV alloy with its optional chrome elements as well as the Type IV BiColor alloys constitute true highlights in the wheels sector.