AC Schnitzer Shows Off Alloy Wheel Options for 2012 BMW 6-Series Coupe and Convertible Models

It won’t be long before we’re flooded with an array of tuning proposals for the new 2012 BMW 6-Series Coupe and Convertible models (also known by their internal codenames of F13 and F12 respectively), but for now, AC Schnitzer is whetting our appetite with its alloy wheel offerings plus an aluminum cover for the iDrive system, and aluminum pedals and foot rest.

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VIDEO: AC Schnitzer's Diesel-Powered BMW Z4 and 540HP 5-Series

The new BMW Z4-based 99d roadster and the BMW 550i-based ACS5 sports saloon will hog the limelight on AC Schnitzer's stand at this week's 2011 Geneva Motor Show. Both models were developed to offer performance without compromising on fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions. The Z4 99d comes with a 190HP 2.0-liter turbo diesel engine, while the ACS5 features a 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 gasoline unit pumping out 540-ponies. Scope out the first promotional videos of AC Schnitzer's newest tunes right after the break.

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Geneva Preshow: AC Schnitzer Turns the BMW 550i into the 540HP ACS5 Sport S Saloon

AC Schnitzer has prepared two production ready concept cars for this year's edition of the Geneva motor show. We've already told you about the first car, the diesel-powered 99d that is based on the BMW Z4 roadster, so here's the tuning firm's second proposal. The ACS5 Sport S Saloon is based on the latest BMW 550i sedan and is said to feature numerous performance and styling upgrades, though AC Schnitzer is keeping mum about most of the details.

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AC Schnitzer 99d is a $205,500 BMW Z4 Fitted with a Diesel Engine that Returns 3.8lt/100km or 61.9 mpg

BMW's decision to create the new 'i' sub-brand for the growing number of eco-conscious buyers has apparently rubbed off its partners like AC Schnitzer, as the German tuning firm will be launching a production ready concept based on the Z4 hardtop-roadster at next week's Geneva motor show.

Developed as an eco-friendly sports car that adapts to AC Schnitzer's new motto "Efficient Performance", the 99d gets its name from its CO2 emission levels and the diesel powerplant housed under its hood.

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AC Schnitzer Offers First Batch of Goodies for MINI Countryman

German tuner AC Schnitzer has launched its first tuning package for the MINI Countryman . The focus is clearly on the wheels, as clients can choose between four different designs in two different sizes (18- or 19-inch) to go with the two-tone white and black exterior paint job. In fact, AC Schnitzer has just broken a personal record: in a company first, it has fitted a MINI with 19-inch rims. As for the interior, the tuning house offers an aluminum pedal set and gear knob or various knobs clad in leather with incorporated, digital gear display unit.

AC Schnitzer ACS 3.5d World’s Fastest Road-Legal Diesel Car

AC Schitnitzer – responsible for some of the most radical BMW’s to grace the roads – has done it again with it’s latest creation, the fastest road-legal diesel production car.

The Schnitzer ACS 3.5d coupe makes 306bhp against the 282hp of the 335d on which it’s based. The car captured the world record when it posted a top speed of 288.7 kph at the 13km Nardo test track in southern Italy.

AC Schnitzer has released a video to prove its run and in case you wondering, the Z4 running with the 3.5d in the video actually is the 355bhp Schnitzer ACS4 3.5 Turbo, which is based on the Z4 sDrive35i. The Z didn’t break any records but it managed an impressive 302km/h.

AC Schnitzer Tuning Kits for BMW 3 Series

Recently, AC Schnitzer has released packages for both mainline and M versions of the BMW 3 series sports tourers. The packages include front and rear spoilers, side skirts, new side mirrors and 18" or 19" allow wheels. Suspension tuning is also available with a new spring kit and sports or racing suspension configurations.

For the performance, AC Schnitzer has provided some performance for the 3.0d six banger which able to boost the power from 245 hp and 520 Nm to 284 horsepower and 570 Nm of twisting strength. Rear L-shaped LED lights and the Schnitzer Twin Sports Rear Silencer for an enhanced Beamer sound round out the goodies here.

BMW X6 Falcon by AC Schnizter

AC Schnitzer has released some images of the BMW X6 Falcon. Aside from the two-tone paint job, the Falcon features a wide bodykit and 22-inch alloys available in black or silver finish.

A sport suspension kit is included in this AC Schnizter package. Besides that, it also provide power upgrades for the X5 30d and 35d. By tuning the ECU the German firm has managed to boost performance on both six-cylinder diesel models, with the 30d developing an additional 35HP for a total of 272HP and the 35d 310HP instead of 286HP.