2008 AC Schnitzer ACS1 1-Series Convertible Review

Viewed from the roof construction, the new BMW 1 Series Convertible is a classic softy. But under its soft shell lurks a male bending machine, which is not governed by the whole world especially in the AC Schnitzer version. Sharp as a top athlete, the car looks great, even in the parking lot. La Chapelle-based BMW-tuners have transplanted the muscles visually in the right place. Ultimately, the vehicle is an agile sprinter and not a bodybuilder who can barely move for power. At first glance, the front skirt strikes again - is less rounded than standard and runs into a slight narrowing. This, in combination with the diagonal grid device ensures a much more dynamic. And of course, the concert was not only a pure front, but also a solid rear: The AC Schnitzer rear skirt lip or insert (for M-Technik version) offers an additional cross contour in comparison with the original, and therefore more "powerful" look.

2008 AC Schnitzer ACS1 1-Series
2008 AC Schnitzer ACS1 1-Series

Underneath, a diffuser element highlights the sport, heritage of the vehicle. Final touches will be chrome exhaust pipe, the edge of design "Racing" is available in the 118th, 120th, 125th, 120d and 123d.

2008 AC Schnitzer ACS1 1-Series
2008 AC Schnitzer ACS1 1-Series

The fact that the sporting aspect is to show and shine is noticeable to the driver at a glance in the mirror. Because the car behind grows smaller at record speed by placing his foot on the accelerator. In gasoline and diesel variants, the Chapel of the tuners to inject an amount of energy in the compact convertible. Additional energy is available for the 135i, 120d and 123d. And because the standard speedo is sometimes overloaded with so much "unbridled" power, AC Schnitzer upgrades to 320 km / h.

2008 AC Schnitzer ACS1 1-Series
2008 AC Schnitzer ACS1 1-Series

All hopes of overtaking molester agile 1-series from the corner are soon deflated AC Schnitzer suspension. The spring kit alone allows transverse acceleration which seems to overcome the laws of physics. But fortunately physics does not give penalty notices! The obstacles can be rotated faster and more accurately than willing to sport at the beginning, or even completely surrounded height adjustable racing suspension. A comfortable 3-spoke sports airbag steering wheel AC Schnitzer, and further refined controls, always ensure that your car is a joy in your hands. All that remains is the final touch to pull the wheels, and the 1-series is dressed in the middle of things, not only on winding roads, but also facing the most fashionable cafe or bar. 18 "Type VI with the exciting reinterpretation of the classic Y-spoke is a great choice for interiors, convertible, since it is sensitive, but sporting Type IV is 18" or 19 "silver or" two-tone ". Or choose among many other styles of 17 ", 18" or 19 ". When the 1-series, the only thing open for AC Schnitzer has a roof - not your dreams.