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AC Schnitzer announces wheel options for new Z4

Tuesday, 05. 5. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

BMW performance tuner AC Schnitzer announced that their Type IV and Type VI wheels are now available in 18-20″ sizing for the new E89 Z4. Offered in a variety of widths and color options, these are some of the first aftermarket products we’ve seen hit the streets for BMW’s new roadster, which was only launched [...]

Spotted in Munich: all carbon fiber Z4

Tuesday, 04. 28. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

As you might know, we’re currently enjoying an extended trip through Europe which included a stop in Munich to visit the BMW Museum, BMW Welt, and the Munich BMW Plant (more on that later). While roaming the streets near the Englisher Garten, we spotted this first-gen Z4, which clearly was affiliated with some race series [...]

Lumma Design takes on BMW’s E92 3-Series

Thursday, 04. 23. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

Lumma Design announced their new product line for the BMW E92 3-Series today, and released some interesting pictures to complement the announcement. With a relatively complete tuning program, Lumma covers the bases: front fenders integrating the M3 air ducts and turn signals, a rear apron, several spoiler options, a new 19” wheel set and some [...]

BMWTuner.net on tour!

Sunday, 04. 19. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

Ok, good news//bad news! We’re off to Europe for a few weeks, which means that updates will probably be more sporadic on BMWTuner.net than they have been to date. We will definitely try to keep an eye on big stories and recent developments, but are not sure we’ll have access and bandwidth to get everything [...]

AC Schnitzer releases new BMW M3 brake system

Thursday, 04. 16. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

If you’ve been looking for a high powered braking system to improve your E90/92/93 BMW M3 with, AC Schnitzer may have just the ticket. They just announced that the system used on the ACS3 Sport Coupe will be available shortly. Compared to stock, this piece of lustful six-piston gear not only reduces unsprung weight by [...]

New press info: RDSport’s RS35 Biturbo

Wednesday, 04. 15. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

For those wishing to increase the performance of an already stellar platform, RDSport offers the RS35 Biturbo.
The first impression you get of the car is its lower, more aggressive stance courtesy of a Chassis Kit consisting of new custom-valved Bilstein struts, stiffer springs and anti-roll bars. The vehicle now sits 25 mm lower in the [...]

More pics of the D1GP BMW E92

Monday, 04. 13. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

Ueno’s BMW has been spotted on the D1GP circuit recently, and Jon Sibal has some cool new shots. For traditional BMW fans this is no doubt sacrilege, but I’m sure there are valid reasons: this E92 Coupe has a Toyota powerplant under the hood. The Vertice Design D1 BMW TE382 sports a seriously wicked-looking widebody [...]

Video: BMW Motorsport Z4M Coupe at the ‘Ring

Wednesday, 04. 8. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

Nothing particularly new here, but I still love the Z4 Coupe platform. Haven’t yet had a chance to drive one, but just found out a friend just picked one up so hopefully we’ll have some impressions posted in the near future. That car will no doubt be a far cry from the Motorsport version below, [...]

Lumma Design releases new E60 & M5 trunk lid

Tuesday, 04. 7. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

German tuner Lumma Design recently announced the release of their latest piece of body kit goodness, a rear deck/trunk/hatch lid for the BMW E60 5-Series, including the M5. Developed entirely in-house, Lumma claims the design generates additional downforce due to the resculpted spoiler lip. This piece is available in two versions:
- Full carbon surface skin [...]

Ericsson/Powerhouse Amuse’s take on the E92 M3

Saturday, 04. 4. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

Japan BMW tuner goodness Ericsson is known for their high quality, highly polished products (see this previous post about their titanium exhaust). Not only do they offer exceedingly good looks, but there is a true weight gain to be had as well through the prolific use of titanium and dry CF. Comparing the current product [...]