More Hartge goodies, 1 Series this time

Wednesday, 06. 17. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

Hartge seems to be on a heavy product announcement schedule lately, with word leaking out regarding their new products for the current BMW 1 Series ( E82 and E88 with M Aerodynamic package). While in my eyes the front end treatment looks a little bit chunky, I definitely dig the little roof spoiler they’ve got [...]

AC Schnitzer releases MINI Cabrio product line

Wednesday, 06. 3. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

I’ve not really spent much time (ok, fair enough, ANY time) on BMW’s MINI, but something about the pics of the little tiger in ACS trim struck me as… HOT! Legendary Aachen-based BMW tuner AC Schnitzer just announced a comprehensive program for the MINI Cabrio in both standard and S versions.
Kicking off this package are [...]

Featured ride: Avi’s E36 M3

Saturday, 05. 16. 2009  –  Category: Features, Main

Avi, a Service Manager at a Bay Area auto dealership that shall remain nameless, is the proud owner of this Alpine White 1998 BMW M3. What caught our interest in this car was the fact that it wasn’t by any stretch a garage queen, but rather that it’s a well-tuned, well-maintained daily driver. Sure, it [...]

Hartge throws its hat in the E89 Z4 ring

Wednesday, 05. 13. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

Hartge recently released info on their initial product launches for BMW’s new Z4 hardtop roadster. Of course, given the relatively short development time, the first announcements focus on easily adapted items such as badging, pedals, exhaust tips and rims. Similar to competitors AC Schnitzer and Hamann, further product releases will include a full bodykit and [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

AC Schnitzer releases new 22″ Type 5 rim

Saturday, 03. 14. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

Aachen-based tuner AC Schnitzer recently launched a good looking rim for those BMW drivers who like them BIG. Sized at an impressive 22″ diameter, this wheel targets X5, X6 and F01/F02 7-Series owners. However, even with the large diameter, the new Type V rim in 9.5″ width weighs in at a measly 13.2kg, or just [...]

AC Schnitzer’s take on the F01/F02 7-Series

Thursday, 03. 5. 2009  –  Category: Aftermarket News, Main

German tuning house AC Schnitzer is displaying their take on the F01/F02 7-Series platform at their stand in Geneva. While some of their recent adventures have been a bit over the top for our tastes, they appear to somewhat more reserved with their take on the Bavarian luxury sedan. Dual exhausts, a 25mm drop in [...]