Sunday, November 29, 2009

AC Schnitzer gives BMW 1 Series diesel the police package treatment


Filed under: Diesel, BMW


AC Schnitzer BMW 123d police package - click above for high-res image gallery



It's nothing new to see high performance vehicles like Porsche 911s being used for autobahn pursuit in Germany. The gang at AC Schnitzer have just unwrapped (or perhaps wrapped is the better term given the side graphics) a new police car concept based on the 123d. As one of Autoblog's resident diesel fans, the 123d has long been one of this blogger's favorites. The compact package combined with the tasty twin turbo 2.0-liter four cylinder diesel putting out 204 hp scores mid-6 second 0-60 times with 40 mpg efficiency.



Schnitzer, since it is their job, couldn't leave well enough alone and has boosted the engine further to 241 hp and 354 pound-feet. They've also applied an array of their special visual bits including a front splitter, rear spoiler, bigger wheels and Hankook tires. The body has been dropped 30 mm which should help compensate a bit for the extra drag of the light bar on the roof. Inside, racing seats and carbon fiber trim are accompanied by a new cover for the iDrive knob that matches the design of the wheels.



We'll pass on the light bar and the graphics but would be happy to take the rest of the car, thank you.


Continue reading AC Schnitzer gives BMW 1 Series diesel the police package treatment

AC Schnitzer gives BMW 1 Series diesel the police package treatment originally appeared on Autoblog Green on Sun, 29 Nov 2009 09:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments

Related Posts by Categories



Widget by Simran

0 comments on "AC Schnitzer gives BMW 1 Series diesel the police package treatment"

Add your comment. Please don't spam!
Subscribe in a Reader
:)) ;)) ;;) :D ;) :p :(( :) :( :X =(( :-o :-/ :-* :| 8-} :)] ~x( :-t b-( :-L x( =))

Post a Comment

 

Auto Blog Trends | Copyright © 2009 | Original Design By Deluxe Themes | Converted To Blogger By Technolizard