ACS3_Broschüre_E 25.08.2003 10:13 Uhr Seite 1 AC SchnitzerACS3 made by winners, made for fun. ACS3_Broschüre_E 25.08.2003 10:13 Uhr Seite 2 The AC Schnitzer ACS3 Series: Compact High Performance Technology from Motorsport. The BMW 3-series stands out immediately thanks to its sophi- sticated design and extremely high level of comfort which is usually the preserve of top class vehicles. So improving further such a sophisticated car as the BMW 3-series represented a huge challenge to our engineers. On one side, the high level of comfort had to be retained while on the other, more sporting per- formance and individuality had to All AC Schnitzer products combine The third generation of this classic design: the driving dynamics and pleasure of motor the AC Schnitzer alloy wheel Type III, be achieved. In response to the racing with the reliability and comfort of shown here with open spokes. challenge, our team of engineers standard vehicles. has developed a complete range of ACS3 special accessories, where the design of all compo- nents has been greatly influen- ced by our many years of motor racing experience. As usual for AC Schnitzer, all parts have been tested in com- prehensive tests. These vehicles have been tested by our engineers and by professional drivers on country roads, motor- ways and race tracks, sometimes under hard race conditions, to ensure their functionality and durability. ACS3_Broschüre_E 25.08.2003 10:14 Uhr Seite 3 There's no substitute for experience. It's this very quality which has helped us become one of the most successful motorsport teams and one of the largest BMW tuning companies in the world. Herbert Schnitzer 1972 in the BMW 2000 Winner of the American Le Mans series: Jörg 1999 Victory in the Le Mans 24h race in tisa Müller 2001 in the BMW M3 GTR the BMW V12 LMR Engines that persuade by good performance. We have invested a great deal of improvement in driving perfor- development work in the perfor- mance. The test team of the mance upgrades and the 3.2 l magazine "Auto Bild test & power plant for the BMW 328i. tuning“, in its issue No. 4/2002, This is based on a special engine gave the following verdict: "Mid- block, a forged crankshaft and range sprints and overtaking special pistons, and has a capa- manoeuvres …... are suddenly city of 3.2 litres. In conjunction almost at M3 level, accompanied with the optimised control unit by a purposeful sound.“ program, the AC Schnitzer ACS3 3.2 l engine develops 235 Acceleration like the high speed HP/173 kW. Thus equipped, the train - but also unashamedly thrif- ACS3 can sprint to 100 km/h in ty. This description perfectly epi- just 6.4 seconds and has a top tomises the AC Schnitzer diesel speed of 258 km/h. power upgrades for the 2.0 l and 3.0 l standard engines. The inhe- Also this is the first time our rently economical nature of the engineers have developed a standard power plant is power increase using turbine successfully combined with a compressor technology, which generous helping of driving plea- gives the 3.0 l engine a powerful sure. Torque figures up to 440 extra 64 HP with just 0.35 bar Nm combined with power increa- boost and results in a perceptible ses of up to 28 HP. ACS3_Broschüre_E 25.08.2003 10:14 Uhr Seite 4 Higher performance with a clear improvement in handling. The high engine performances of the ACS3 models make improved suspension essential. Extensive suspension modifications firstly enhance driving pleasure, as for example far higher cornering speeds are possible. Secondly but perhaps more importantly, such suspension improvements constitute a high safety factor not just for spirited driving, as greater control is achieved in all situati- ons. These suspension modifications are not limited to more sporting dampers or more rigid springs, but are based on more extensive adjustments. The complete ACS3 chassis concept consists of spe- cially adjusted sports and racing suspension, the AC Schnitzer sports antiroll bars, the AC Schnitzer alloy wheels and AC Schnitzer aluminium strut bra- ces which stabilisethe vehicle for AC Schnitzer aerodynamic components are available for the 3-series in various guises. fast cornering. The ACS3 suspen- Aerodynamic kits for vehicles from 09/2001 (large bottom photo) sion was developed and tested extensively both on the north Front flipper for vehicles with M-Technik aerodynamic components (top) loop of the Nürburgring and in Aerodynamic kits for vehicles up to 09/2001 everyday road traffic. (left) ACS3_Broschüre_E 25.08.2003 10:14 Uhr Seite 5 All AC Schnitzer products undergo extensive stringent tests, partly under realistic race conditions. The ACS3 Series high performance on both acceleration and braking. The modified engine and optimi- But to maintain this driving plea- sed suspension guarantee maxi- sure and enjoyment in all situati- mum driving pleasure from the ons, and to ensure maximum ACS3 models with no loss of com- control over the vehicle’s perfor- fort. In these vehicles, even long mance in all situations, we have distances are effortless. Driving also fitted the ACS3 series with a pleasure takes over again. For special high performance brake vehicles of the ACS3 series, the system. This generously dimen- road is the destination sioned brake for the front axle - country roads are as much their has floating calipers and internal- domain as motorways or race ly vented brake discs (ø 333 x 32 tracks. mm) special pads and stahlflex brake lines. With these modifica- tions, the ACS3 series can achie- ve excellent deceleration values of 1 g and more even from high speeds. For the rear of the saloon and coupé AC Schnitzer offers not only a rear skirt but two different rear spoilers, two rear wings and a rear roof spoiler. ACS3_Broschüre_E 25.08.2003 10:14 Uhr Seite 6 The ACS3 series: innovative technics – sporting design. AC Schnitzer alloys and racing wheels, available in Type II, Type III and Type IV designs for the ACS3 series, are not only extre- mely functional but also have high aesthetic appeal. Frequently praised for their styling, the origi- nal AC Schnitzer wheel and its successors have now become accepted design classics. Type II wheels are available in both 17“ and 18“. The Type III The AC Schnitzer front spoiler maximizes The level of individuality can be decided by racing wheel as well as the Type the aerodynamic and the air supply into the every AC Schnitzer driver himself. E.g. with III and Type IV light alloy wheels engine compartment and to the front brakes. the light alloy and racing wheels Type IV - light alloy wheel Type IV are available up to 19“ for the 3- series variants. The aerodynamic conversions for the ACS3 series also offer not only high functiona- lity - for example, the AC Schnitzer front spoiler clearly increases downforce on the front axle and thus improves stability - but also an aesthetically pleasing indivi- duality. Particularly striking exam- ples here are the aerodynamic sports mirrors, which together with the AC Schnitzer side skirts give the vehicle a far more impo- sing, elongated appearance. The AC Schnitzer Racing strut brace for cars with 6 cylinder engines, except diesel. ACS3_Broschüre_E 25.08.2003 10:14 Uhr Seite 7 Technology transfer for the interior: light- weight materials such as carbon fibre and aluminium give a real race car atmosphere. Comfortable performance margin. For the interior too, AC Schnitzer As well as all these equipment offers a wealth of trim details and details which have been develo- accessories. As well as the ped and tested just as carefully AC Schnitzer Short Shift gear sel- as all other AC Schnitzer compo- ector which ensures both typical nents, for the ACS3 series com- race styling and shorter selector plete leather interiors are also travel, ergonomically styled air- available on request in all concei- bag sports steering wheels are vable colours and designs, available in either three-spoke or together with further tailor-made multifunction design. custom solutions. A vehicle from the ACS3 series is always a total- Foot rests in the footwell ensure a ly individual vehicle, as individual more relaxed driving position, as you could wish. and also the entire pedal set is available in aluminium or - for a particularly exclusive look - to order in carbon fibre trim in black or silver. ACS3_Broschüre_E 25.08.2003 10:15 Uhr Seite 8 A feast for all the senses – the AC Schnitzer Convertible. Next to technical perfection and refined functionality, our engi- neers have focussed on one aspect above all: the driving experience in a vehicle from AC Schnitzer. And this experience shouldn't just be unforgettable and unique - it's the sensation of more sporting performance and exclusivity. Because the compromises which have to be made in mass series AC Schnitzer sports mirrors: aerodynamically Discreet but clear: The AC Schnitzer production simply don't apply at shaped, heated and adjustable. emblem on the rear indicates a sporty and AC Schnitzer. Here we place the exclusive interior. emphasis on driving pleasure, sporting performance and indivi- dual exclusivity - with unchanged high standards of driving comfort and reliability. ACS3_Broschüre_E 25.08.2003 10:15 Uhr Seite 9 The AC Schnitzer carbon interior trim Rear view of the new convertible with looks especially innovative in the silver rear spoiler, rear skirt and sports rear finish. silencer incl. chromed racing tailpipe. Sports-exclusive elegance for the best days the car year. When is the difference from a And you can see this sporting ele- standard vehicle clearer than gance immediately in a vehicle when driving the cabrio? When from AC Schnitzer.