The German-based tuning company has revealed their own interpretation of the
BMW 1 Series M Coupe ahead of the official debut at the IAA in Frankfurt. The
heart of the 1 Series M Coupe by AC Schnitzer is the power upgrade from a
standard 340 to 400 hp. Together with the AC Schnitzer power plant and engine
bay styling, this is available - like the AC Schnitzer Bonnet Vents - only for
the export market. Only the AC Schnitzer twin sports rear silencer with chromed
"Racing" tailpipe trims right and left can be bought in Germany.
The increased power is balanced by the AC Schnitzer high performance brake
kit for the front and rear axles. A 6-piston fixed caliper on the front and a
4-piston fixed caliper on the rear combine with perforated, internally vented
brake discs and caliper holders to ensure rapid and stable deceleration for such
a power pack.
Safe cornering is ensured by the AC Schnitzer racing
suspension, which is fully height-adjustable. The threaded suspension,
adjustable both in compression and rebound, provides total control and maximum
agility and dynamism.
As well as pure power, the BMW 1 Series M Coupe by
AC Schnitzer also comes with aerodynamic components. A carbon front spoiler,
chromed front grille, carbon rear diffuser and the AC Schnitzer design elements
on the front wings show what can still be achieved in the 1 M when it comes to
high performance and motorsport ambience.
In the interior too, AC
Schnitzer is taking a step beyond the standard. The painted center console and
interior trim in "Valencia Orange", the AC Schnitzer "Black Line" aluminum gear
knob and handbrake handle and the "Black Line" aluminum cover for the i-Drive
system controller leave almost nothing to be desired inside the 1 Series M
Coupe. But it that's not enough, you can also add the AC Schnitzer aluminum foot
rest and pedal set, and velour foot mats for the passengers and perhaps even lay
your hand on the AC Schnitzer sports steering wheel in alcantara.
The
340 or 400 horspower is delivered via the transmission to the wide,
weight-optimized 19 or 20-inch wheels.
