THE AC Schnitzer , known for transforming models of BMW and Mini, went to work and changed another model of the German brand. The chosen one this time was the BMW 8 Series Coupé, which thus received a series of upgrades, both mechanical and aesthetic.
In terms of aesthetics, the German model's increased aggressiveness is noteworthy, with AC Schnitzer offering a series of carbon fiber accessories that transform the look of the coupé. Thus, among other accessories, the front splitter, the hood air intakes, the side skirts and the rear aileron stand out.
At the level of suspension there were also changes. So AC Schnitzer engineers reduced ground clearance by 20 mm at the front and 10 mm at the rear, using new suspension springs. The company also offers 21″ AC3 or 20″ or 21″ AC1 wheels.
The transformations under the bonnet
But it is at the mechanical level that the best news of this transformation are. AC Schnitzer managed to increase the power of both engines used by the Series 8 Coupé.
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Thus, the M850i's 4.4 l twin-turbo V8 engine now produces around 600 hp (compared to the original 530 hp) and 850 Nm of torque (compared to the standard 750 Nm). The 3.0 l twin turbo diesel used by the 840d went from 320 hp and 680 Nm of torque to 379 hp and 780 Nm of torque.
The German tuning company is still working on a new exhaust system. AC Schnitzer has yet to reveal the interior of the transformed Series 8 but promises several details in aluminum. The components used in this transformation will be made public at the Essen Motor Show in December, and prices have not yet been released.