2007 AC Schnitzer Mini Cooper R56 Review

Currently, designers and engineers develop a range AC Schnitzer special accessories for the new MINI. After the history of the MINI, we will focus on developments in specific performance improvements, sport rear silencer, sports suspension, external elements and interiors.

Engines - Exhausts

The current focus of our activities is a new 170 horsepower turbocharged Cooper S, which we are developing performance upgrade. And when the driver puts the power, the soundtrack to repeat loud and clear, thanks to the twin exhaust sound muffler racing sports chrome.

AC Schnitzer Mini Cooper R56
2007 AC Schnitzer Mini Cooper R56

Suspension Technology

Full gas for the next turn - and through it at full speed! Touring Car legend Manfred Wollgarten set the AC Schnitzer racing suspension on the northern loop of the Nürburgring - and runs rings around the suspension and very good level. You can feel the difference only with the AC Schnitzer spring kit suspension

Basket

Back to the track of the city, where the reflective glass facades flashes the face of a model athlete. AC Schnitzer achieves this masterpiece with a few tricks. The front bumper has a front spoiler nine. The front bumper has a front spoiler nine. Painted body color, and striking prominent corners, establishing a clear visual highlight. The rear also has dared subtly lifted. The AC Schnitzer rear skirt, painted in contrast to the standard, has a diffuser which effectively pulls the MINI to the track.

AC Schnitzer Mini Cooper R56
2007 AC Schnitzer Mini Cooper R56

Interior

And, of course, enthusiastic MINI fan has a lot of accessories like interior design. Such as a hand brake handle aluminum, aluminum shift knob (aluminum / chrome), foot rest aluminum and aluminum pedals and carpet velvet - AC Schnitzer course.

Wheels

Two sporting wheel designs, in the classic AC Schnitzer look MI1 7.5J x 17 "and a new wheel Bicolor MI2 7.5 x18" sports a perfect area of ​​the R56 MINI. New AC Schnitzer MI2-color mix of ultra-modern with the highest combination of materials, production methods and driving dynamics, is now available in a single piece of conversion of all MINI vehicles. Of course, the new generation of two-tone steering wheel fits MI2 predecessor to the current and MINI. Tires, we recommend a high-performance tires, Continental and Michelin in size 215/35 R 18 or, alternatively, 205/40 R 18