AC Schnitzer Tuning Program for BMW Z4 (E89)

AC Schnitzer Tuning Program for BMW Z4 (E89)

Added performance, increased style

By Michael Gauthier
September 22, 2009 8:04 PM
Filed Under: BMW, German, Tuners

AC Schnitzer has unveiled an extensive tuning program for the BMW Z4 (E89).

Under the hood, Schnitzer upgraded the turbocharged 3.0-liter engine (sDrive35i) so it now produces 360 hp. Thanks to the extra 60 hp, the Z4 accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds before hitting a top speed of 286 km/h (178 mph).

Other performance modifications include a stainless steel sport exhaust system (with chromed 'racing' tailpipes) and a revised suspension.

To enhance the Z4's good looks, Schnitzer added an aerodynamic body kit with a new front spoiler, a chrome grille, aggressive front fenders (with integrated air vents), and a two-piece rear spoiler. The styling can be further accented by a wide variety of custom AC Schnitzer wheels available in 18, 19 or 20 inches.

Inside, the company adds an aluminum cover for the iDrive controller and an aluminum pedal set.

Source: AC Schnitzer

Press Release (Click to expand)

Striking Entrance

The BMW Z4 by AC Schnitzer is ready for its world first

Ready for its world premiere: the extensive product range for the BMW Z4 by AC Schnitzer. The Aachen-based tuning specialist has further optimised the brand-new classic from BMW, which has already received extensive accolades from the trade press.

The BMW Z4 as standard is far from under-powered. But as is well known, enthusiastic drivers can never have enough power. Sufficient reason then for AC Schnitzer to upgrade the Z4 3.5i Turbo to 286 km/h. With a power of 360 HP and an unladen weight of 1485 kg, the open-top roadster from BMW accelerates from a standing start to 100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds. Even the most demanding driver will be delighted with this performance.

The driving experience is enhanced acoustically and visually by the stainless steel sports rear silencer and the chromed Racing tailpipe trims.

Equally sporting is the AC Schnitzer suspension variant in the Z4. Thanks to a new spring kit, the transverse acceleration appears to bypass the conventional laws of nature.

This impression is certainly partly supported by the aerodynamic components made of PU-Rim, a high quality flexible plastic. The aerodynamic pack for the new BMW Z4 consists of a chrome front grille and front spoiler, where both components combine to give a more muscular look to the long bonnet lines.
New sports fenders, consisting of wheel arches with integral air outlets for improved cooling of the front brakes and chromed deflectors, optimise the side lines of the roadster.
Finally, the two-piece rear spoiler gives the rear of the BMW Z4 by AC Schnitzer an impressive look; because of the performance of the car, this is probably the aspect which will be seen most by other drivers!

In the inside, both driver and passenger enjoy an impressive interior. The aluminium cover for the i-Drive System Controller, the aluminium foot rests and pedal set, are just a few of the ergonomically perfect controls which give the vehicle elegance and enhance the sporting ambience.

Standing on AC Schnitzer Type IV in 18" or Type VI wheels in 18, 19 or 20 inch, the BMW Z4 takes to the stage for its world premiere. A striking entrance from the Aachen specialist, which will certainly not be forgotten in a hurry.

 

Comments

Kepe
September 22, 2009 8:13 PM
I like it. Looks good, clean and not over done in any way. Those rear tires are hugely fat! :D

pousa13
September 22, 2009 10:34 PM
how stupid is this exhaust looking? for this amount of money (which schnitzer always charges) I wouldn't be satisfied with this look

schnitzerx
September 22, 2009 11:40 PM
I think normal Z4 is better looking than this one.. anybody with me?

Lennox....
September 23, 2009 5:47 AM
Agreed on that schinitzerx.. i dont like the 2 piece spoiler in the back makes it looks and it has its 2 plump ass cheek in the air trying to create down force the could of done a litte bit better like the old Z4

M!
September 23, 2009 8:12 AM
aside from all that, the color is just wrong to showcase the add-ons. not exciting at all. yawn. may be that vanilla orange schnitzer z4 burnt a hole in my brain. this is boring.

brocky
September 23, 2009 10:04 AM
Everything looks like it's been glued on. Sticks out like a pimple.... especially the front bumper.

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