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Check out the first design study of the 8 Series Coupé by AC Schnitzer at the Essen Motor Show 2018. The figure eight is a very positive number: it stands for strength, endurance, creativity and balance. Attributes with which the AC Schnitzer team can identify very well, especially when it comes to refining the new BMW 8 series Coupé (G15).
AC Schnitzer is already working on a tuning program that will cover all vehicle areas. The performance upgrade for the 850i xDrive will deliver 441 kW/600 HP instead of the standard 390 kW/530 HP. At the same time they would increase the torque by 100 Nm to approx. 850 Nm. There is also a planned upgrade for the 840d xDrive, which will increase the standard output from 235 kW/320 HP/680 Nm to 279 kW/380 HP/780 Nm. Whether diesel or petrol, all performance upgrades are delivered with the AC Schnitzer obligatory warranty.
The AC Schnitzer silencer solutions which we are currently developing will ensure better and more direct engine response and sound optimisation. The visible finish is formed by the “Carbon Sport” tailpipes, each with 105 mm diameter. They are installed with two pieces each side in right/left combination (4 pieces) on the 8 series.
A suspension spring kit is also in the works which lowers the vehicle’s centre of gravity by approx. 20 – 25 mm at the front and 10 – 15 mm at the rear axle, in connection with wheel/tyre combinations in 20 and 21 inch sizes: AC3 Lightweight Forged Wheels and the AC1 Light Alloy Rims.
Aluminium interior accessories will complete the AC Schnitzer range for the 8 series. These include the aluminium shifting paddles, a pedal set with matching foot rest and the key holder. Power, endurance, creativity and balance: the 8 series by AC Schnitzer is well on its way to becoming the perfect 8 Series.
