AC Schnitzer program for E90! - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

Jason · 03-18-2005, 01:09 PM

Jason · 03-18-2005, 01:09 PM

Jason · 03-18-2005, 01:10 PM

Jason · 03-18-2005, 01:10 PM

Jason · 03-18-2005, 01:29 PM

Personally, I'm loving it! What does everyone else think??

MarkE90M3 · 03-18-2005, 02:36 PM

Ok really awesome, finally a recent kit by ACS that actualy looks nice. (yea, i think their 5 series, z4, 6 series, x3 kits look like total ass!), but this kit really flows with the new shape with the angles and all. Cant wait to see what ///M has in store for us

schuyler · 03-18-2005, 05:22 PM

Love that spoiler! All they need to do is make the front splitters less pointy and take out that little extra notch in the middle of the sideskirts and they've got something great.

SoCalS2k · 03-18-2005, 06:58 PM

Wow, crazy amount of views on this thread! Personally I think it looks awesome.

That front looks menacing

illmatic · 03-18-2005, 09:24 PM

Not feeling that.

03-18-2005, 11:13 PM

I still like the car in my sig better

Trigun · 03-18-2005, 11:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jwocky

Personally, I'm loving it! What does everyone else think??

That interior is sweet!

blackpanther · 03-18-2005, 11:49 PM

I don't logon for a day or two and this drops... very nice. Lookin forwrd to more and more tuners pics.

bimmerphreak · 03-19-2005, 12:41 AM

i bet that kit would look beautiful in black... looks too bz in silver

IoT · 03-19-2005, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Autobahn

I still like the car in my sig better

IMO the hamann kit looks even more tacked-on.

jpv-USC · 03-19-2005, 02:34 PM

not bad

i wouldnt rock it but whatever

im waitin for an m3 looking kit to come out like the sport package kit that comes on the e46

the rims look nice as hell

ShihearKallizad · 03-20-2005, 03:54 PM

a3ndy · 03-20-2005, 04:39 PM

IMHO: The front spoilers looks rank.

I think it looks sweet unmodified, but that's just me. Too OTT for me.

bruindude · 03-21-2005, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by a3ndy

IMHO: The front spoilers looks rank.

I think it looks sweet unmodified, but that's just me. Too OTT for me.

I think so too. Or something less extreme, like the Hartge E90.

Jason · 05-02-2005, 04:23 PM

In case you've only seen the photos and haven't read about the actual modifications AC Schnitzer will be offering for the E90, here's their release:
__________________________________________________ __
With the new E90, BMW has introduced the next epoch in the successful 3-series . True to the motto "The driving force", the 3-series sets the standards for driving pleasure in a new dimension. To quote the worldwide motoring press in countless road tests in the run-up to the official launch, a simple formula defines the 3-series:
Comfort + High Quality Engineering + Sports Performance = E90

So the 3-series offers a superb basis for creating an AC Schnitzer ACS3 from an already excellent BMW.

It is precisely this challenge which currently faces our engineers and designers. They are working at full speed to develop a range which on completion will leave nothing to be desired .

Engine/Exhaust

The first challenge is to develop a performance upgrade for the 2.0d . This will comprise a special Control Unit Program and take the power of the M47D20 TU standard engine to around 147 kW / 200 HP .

For all engine variants - with or without performance upgrade - we are developing a sports rear silencer made from stainless steel which will improve the exhaust gas flow . The "chromed" finish comes from the Racing tailpipe, which will not only be part of the silencer but is also available already for purely visual enhancement as a chromed tailpipe trim.

Suspension/Wheels

To further improve the driving dynamics in the 3-series, our engineers are currently working on a wealth of sports suspension components . The first step, already successfully completed, 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 will perceptibly improve the driving behaviour of the new 3-series for more sports performance with no significant loss of comfort, and also substantially increase safety reserves on sudden load changes.

Type II and Type III alloys and racing rims are already available. Wheel/tyre combinations are possible in various sizes from 17" to maximum 19", with 225/35 R 19 on the front and 255/30 R 19 on the rear or optionally 235/35 R 19 all round .

The avant-garde Type IV alloy with its optional chrome elements constitutes a true highlight in the wheels sector and is already available . In 18" or 19" , it safely connects the 3-series to the asphalt at all times and transfers the power to the road in the optimum manner.

In addition, the latest AC Schnitzer Type IV wheels with their ultramodern look appear custom-made for the latest 3-series. The maximum tyre size is the same as for Type II and Type III wheels. We recommend high performance tyres from Continental and Michelin .

Exterior/Interior

The appearance of the new 3-series is enhanced by the striking contours of the aerodynamic conversion. Depending on personal taste, the customer has a choice between the sports style variant and the Chromeline Design (for the side skirts). Both versions are striking with their modern design , which emphasises externally the high performance internal engineering. In the sports variant, the side skirts are painted completely in body colour. In the Chromeline variant, additional chromed elements are used.
The BMW E90 is given a quite unique expression thanks to the front spoiler in the new design. This makes the 3-series look even lower and at the same time improves downforce on the front axle.
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.

For the interior, a carbon interior trim in "Exclusive" silver is available with matching sports airbag steering wheels . Already we have a range of aluminium accessories such as e.g. gearknobs, handbrake handle, pedals, footrests and a cover for the BMW "i-Drive System" . Velours footmats complete the range.

Robin Hood · 05-02-2005, 05:07 PM

Few weeks ago I saw those pics. Though I like the AC Schnitzer company and its heritage I don't like the looks of this E 90 actually. Just way too Star Wars/Galactica imho.

slashmatt · 05-03-2005, 06:05 PM

I really like that Hamann front splitter. I like it more than the "pooper scooper" carbon fiber BMW accessory splitters (which probably actually work, dammit).

Terps · 05-07-2005, 10:50 PM

Been following the development of this kit so thought I'd update the thread with release information. According to CECFrank (member here):

"The ACS aerodynamics for the E90 will be released in September, after the debut at the Frankfurt Autoshow."

Thanks for sharing the info. CECFrank.

If anyone doesn't know, CEC is an U.S. distributor for AC Schnitzer.

03-18-2005, 01:09 PM	#1
Jason Administrator Drives: 4 wheels on the bus go round.. Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: IoT Posts: 6,337 iTrader: (0) View Jason's Garage	AC Schnitzer program for E90! Last edited by Jason; 03-18-2005 at 01:31 PM.

03-18-2005, 02:36 PM	#6
MarkE90M3 Administrator Drives: E46 / E90 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: NYC Posts: 3,349 iTrader: (1) View MarkE90M3's Garage	Ok really awesome, finally a recent kit by ACS that actualy looks nice. (yea, i think their 5 series, z4, 6 series, x3 kits look like total ass!), but this kit really flows with the new shape with the angles and all. Cant wait to see what ///M has in store for us __________________ BMWJOY

03-18-2005, 09:24 PM	#9
illmatic Enlisted Member Drives: Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: LI NYC Posts: 16 iTrader: (0)	Not feeling that. __________________ The toyota camry is just a daily driver for now

03-18-2005, 11:49 PM	#12
blackpanther Private Drives: Dinan 3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: US Posts: 33 iTrader: (0)	I don't logon for a day or two and this drops... very nice. Lookin forwrd to more and more tuners pics. __________________

03-19-2005, 02:34 PM	#15
jpv-USC Enlisted Member Drives: 2003 325Cic, red/b Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Calli Posts: 27 iTrader: (0)	not bad i wouldnt rock it but whatever im waitin for an m3 looking kit to come out like the sport package kit that comes on the e46 the rims look nice as hell __________________ !!!! BMW 330Cic 2008 edition !!!!

03-18-2005, 01:10 PM	#3
Jason Administrator Drives: 4 wheels on the bus go round.. Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: IoT Posts: 6,337 iTrader: (0) View Jason's Garage

03-18-2005, 01:29 PM	#5
Jason Administrator Drives: 4 wheels on the bus go round.. Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: IoT Posts: 6,337 iTrader: (0) View Jason's Garage	Personally, I'm loving it! What does everyone else think??

03-18-2005, 05:22 PM	#7
schuyler Private Drives: 323i Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Miami Posts: 36 iTrader: (0)	Love that spoiler! All they need to do is make the front splitters less pointy and take out that little extra notch in the middle of the sideskirts and they've got something great.

03-18-2005, 06:58 PM	#8
SoCalS2k Private First Class Drives: S2K! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: LA Posts: 145 iTrader: (0) View SoCalS2k's Garage	Wow, crazy amount of views on this thread! Personally I think it looks awesome. That front looks menacing

03-18-2005, 11:13 PM	#10
Autobahn Guest Drives: Posts: n/a View Autobahn's Garage	I still like the car in my sig better

03-19-2005, 12:41 AM	#13
bimmerphreak Enlisted Member Drives: 03 330ci Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 44 iTrader: (0)	i bet that kit would look beautiful in black... looks too bz in silver

03-20-2005, 03:54 PM	#16
ShihearKallizad New Member Drives: Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 23 iTrader: (0)

03-20-2005, 04:39 PM	#17
a3ndy First Lieutenant Drives: E90 330i SE Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UK Posts: 278 iTrader: (0) View a3ndy's Garage	IMHO: The front spoilers looks rank. I think it looks sweet unmodified, but that's just me. Too OTT for me.

05-02-2005, 04:23 PM	#19
Jason Administrator Drives: 4 wheels on the bus go round.. Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: IoT Posts: 6,337 iTrader: (0) View Jason's Garage	In case you've only seen the photos and haven't read about the actual modifications AC Schnitzer will be offering for the E90, here's their release: __________________________________________________ __ With the new E90, BMW has introduced the next epoch in the successful 3-series . True to the motto "The driving force", the 3-series sets the standards for driving pleasure in a new dimension. To quote the worldwide motoring press in countless road tests in the run-up to the official launch, a simple formula defines the 3-series: Comfort + High Quality Engineering + Sports Performance = E90 So the 3-series offers a superb basis for creating an AC Schnitzer ACS3 from an already excellent BMW. It is precisely this challenge which currently faces our engineers and designers. They are working at full speed to develop a range which on completion will leave nothing to be desired . Engine/Exhaust The first challenge is to develop a performance upgrade for the 2.0d . This will comprise a special Control Unit Program and take the power of the M47D20 TU standard engine to around 147 kW / 200 HP . For all engine variants - with or without performance upgrade - we are developing a sports rear silencer made from stainless steel which will improve the exhaust gas flow . The "chromed" finish comes from the Racing tailpipe, which will not only be part of the silencer but is also available already for purely visual enhancement as a chromed tailpipe trim. Suspension/Wheels To further improve the driving dynamics in the 3-series, our engineers are currently working on a wealth of sports suspension components . The first step, already successfully completed, 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 will perceptibly improve the driving behaviour of the new 3-series for more sports performance with no significant loss of comfort, and also substantially increase safety reserves on sudden load changes. Type II and Type III alloys and racing rims are already available. Wheel/tyre combinations are possible in various sizes from 17" to maximum 19", with 225/35 R 19 on the front and 255/30 R 19 on the rear or optionally 235/35 R 19 all round . The avant-garde Type IV alloy with its optional chrome elements constitutes a true highlight in the wheels sector and is already available . In 18" or 19" , it safely connects the 3-series to the asphalt at all times and transfers the power to the road in the optimum manner. In addition, the latest AC Schnitzer Type IV wheels with their ultramodern look appear custom-made for the latest 3-series. The maximum tyre size is the same as for Type II and Type III wheels. We recommend high performance tyres from Continental and Michelin . Exterior/Interior The appearance of the new 3-series is enhanced by the striking contours of the aerodynamic conversion. Depending on personal taste, the customer has a choice between the sports style variant and the Chromeline Design (for the side skirts). Both versions are striking with their modern design , which emphasises externally the high performance internal engineering. In the sports variant, the side skirts are painted completely in body colour. In the Chromeline variant, additional chromed elements are used. The BMW E90 is given a quite unique expression thanks to the front spoiler in the new design. This makes the 3-series look even lower and at the same time improves downforce on the front axle. 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. For the interior, a carbon interior trim in "Exclusive" silver is available with matching sports airbag steering wheels . Already we have a range of aluminium accessories such as e.g. gearknobs, handbrake handle, pedals, footrests and a cover for the BMW "i-Drive System" . Velours footmats complete the range.

05-02-2005, 05:07 PM	#20
Robin Hood Old B@stard Drives: E90 M3, F10 535i on order Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Nederland, Europe Posts: 2,227 iTrader: (0)	Few weeks ago I saw those pics. Though I like the AC Schnitzer company and its heritage I don't like the looks of this E 90 actually. Just way too Star Wars/Galactica imho.

05-03-2005, 06:05 PM	#21
slashmatt Private Drives: NSX (330 soon) Join Date: May 2005 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 38 iTrader: (0)	I really like that Hamann front splitter. I like it more than the "pooper scooper" carbon fiber BMW accessory splitters (which probably actually work, dammit).

05-07-2005, 10:50 PM	#22
Terps Captain Drives: E92 M3 fanatic Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: MD Posts: 656 iTrader: (0)	Been following the development of this kit so thought I'd update the thread with release information. According to CECFrank (member here): "The ACS aerodynamics for the E90 will be released in September, after the debut at the Frankfurt Autoshow." Thanks for sharing the info. CECFrank. If anyone doesn't know, CEC is an U.S. distributor for AC Schnitzer.