Official: AC Schnitzer works over BMW's new 6 Series Gran Coupé [w/video]

Tuning to Perfection
Infinitely good: The 6-series Gran Coupé by AC Schnitzer

Powerful dynamics, sporting performance and exclusive elegance in perfect form became available with the BMW 6-series Gran Coupé. Tuning fans can rejoice: once again AC Schnitzer has reinvented the top class four-door coupé.

With a performance upgrade from 313 to 360 HP in the BMW 640d and from 320 to 360 HP in the 640i, AC Schnitzer again impressively demonstrates that there are no upper limits to dynamics and sporting performance. The concentrated power band widened by the Aachen specialists with intelligent technology is documented by the AC Schnitzer engine bay styling for the 6-series Gran Coupé. The AC Schnitzer twin sports rear silencer with chromed "Sports Trim" tailpipes (right/left), also available in export version, provides the matching sound track.

Deceleration too can be perfected. With the AC Schnitzer 8-piston high performance brake system for the front, the tuning experts have set new standards. The system - consisting of an 8-piston fixed caliper (left/right), the 8-piece set of brake pads and brake caliper holders - shows that even perfection can be improved. The same applies to the road-holding: the AC Schnitzer suspension spring kit gives the already excellent driving dynamics a further boost.

The bodywork components for the 6-series Gran Coupé by AC Schnitzer were designed by perfectionists for perfectionists: front spoiler, chromed front grille with chrome strip, rear skirt extension and rear skirt protective film give the Coupé a bonus in sporting looks, which is continued in the interior with the AC Schnitzer "Evo" sports airbag steering wheel.

Top class equipment comes as standard with the BMW 6-series Gran Coupé. With targeted highlights of aluminium, AC Schnitzer gives the interior a sophisticated finish: the "Black Line" aluminium cover for the i-Drive system controller, aluminium footrests and pedals, and velours floor mats give the interior even more exclusivity.

The coupé's wheelarches are filled with wheels of various styles (Type IV BiColor, Type IV silver, Type VIII BiColor, black and silver), in 19" or 20" depending on type. Lightweight forged alloys and forged racing rims Type VIII BiColor are available in sizes 9.0 x 21" and 10.0 x 21" with 255/30 R 21 tyres on the front and 295/25 R 21 tyres on the rear.

Perfectionism is defined as striving for perfection. This is the goal of the experts at AC Schnitzer, and the 6-series Gran Coupé demonstrates that even good things can actually be improved further.

Basic vehicle: BMW 6 series Gran Coupé (F06)

Engine: AC Schnitzer performance upgrades
for BMW 640d from 230 kW/313 HP to 264 kW/360 HP
for BMW 640i from 235 kW/320 HP to 264 kW/360 HP
AC Schnitzer engine optic

Exhaust: AC Schnitzer twin sports rear silencer with chromed "Sports Trim" tailtrims (right / left) Export version also available

Brakes: AC Schnitzer 8-piston high performance brake system for the front axle, consisting of:
8-pot fixed caliper, left - right brake pads and 8-pieced caliper mounting bracket (country specific)

Suspension: AC Schnitzer spring kit

Aerodynamics:
AC Schnitzer front spoiler
AC Schnitzer front grille, chromed
AC Schnitzer chrome frame for front grille
AC Schnitzer rear skirt insert
AC Schnitzer rear skirt protection foil

Steering: AC Schnitzer "Evo" sports airbag steering wheel

Interior:
AC Schnitzer aluminium cover for i-Drive system controller, "Black Line"
AC Schnitzer aluminium foot rest and pedals
AC Schnitzer velours floor mats

Wheel/Tyre sets:
Type IV Wheels, BiColor
front: 8,5J x 19" with tyres 245/40 R 19
rear: 8,5J x 19" with tyres 245/40 R 19
front 8,5J x 19" with tyres 245/40 R 19
rear: 9,5J x 19" with tyres 275/35 R 19
front: 9,0J x 20" with tyres 245/35 R 20
rear: 10,0J x 20" with tyres 285/30 R 20
front: 9,0J x 20" with tyres 255/35 R 20
rear: 10,0J x 20" with tyres 285/30 R 20

Type IV Wheels, silver
front: 8,5J x 19" with tyres 245/40 R 19
rear: 8,5J x 19" with tyres 245/40 R 19

Type VIII Wheels, BiColor black and silver
front: 8,5J x 19" with tyres 245/40 R 19
rear: 8,5J x 19" with tyres 245/40 R 19
front 8,5J x 19" with tyres 245/40 R 19
rear: 9,5J x 19" with tyres 275/35 R 19
front: 8,5J x 20" with tyres 245/35 R 20
rear: 10J x 20" with tyres 285/30 R 20
front: 8,5J x 20" with tyres 255/35 R 20
rear: 10J x 20" with tyres 285/30 R 20

Type VIII Racing Forged Wheels, BiColor
front: 9,0J x 21" with tyres 255/30 R 21
rear: 10,0 x 21" with tyres 295/25 R 21

Type VIII Lightweight Forged Wheels, BiColor
front: 9,0J x 21" with tyres 255/30 R 21
rear: 10,0 x 21" with tyres 295/25 R 21

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Official: Nissan designers consult Blue Angels for inspiration, photo op [w/video]

Nissan Gains Inspiration from Unexpected Place

-The U.S. Navy Blue Angels give Nissan glimpse into fighter jet cockpit design for sports car development-

FRANKLIN, Tenn. - A team of designers and product planners from Nissan recently landed in Pensacola, Fla. to visit the United States Navy Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Squadron training facility. The objective of their mission was simple: find inspiration.

The Nissan personnel observed the Blue Angels squadron in action, and then met with both ground crew and pilots to explore ways of harnessing the command's speed and power for use in future automotive products. These Blue Angels team members were then given an opportunity to drive some of Nissan's performance products.

The Nissan team was also able to ask Blue Angels pilots about how they interact with their gauges and instruments in different situations to gather insight for the development of future vehicles. The Blue Angels pilots and ground crew also gave the Nissan team feedback on the exteriors, interiors and ride and handling of the Nissan vehicles on hand.

"We're always looking for inspiration beyond the auto industry in the design and development of our performance vehicles, and the Blue Angels have set the standard for high-speed excellence throughout their 66-year history. It was beneficial not only to study the designs of the 'Angels' F-18s up close but to get an understanding of how pilots and service personnel interact with their jets," said Jared Haslam, Senior Manager, Product Planning - Nissan Americas.

The Nissan personnel returned with a number of creative ideas and actionable items from both a design and product development standpoint. Many of these concepts will provide inspiration that will eventually be passed along to Nissan customers.

"We are thankful to the U.S. Navy and the Blue Angels for their overall service to the nation and for the professionalism, hospitality and inspiration given to the Nissan team on our recent visit," added Jared Haslam, Senior Manager, Product Planning - Nissan Americas.

Dynamic video and photos were also captured during Nissan's visit and can be viewed online at http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/flying-high-nissan-visits-elite-blue-angels-for-future-sports-car-innovation.

About the Blue Angels
The mission of the Blue Angels is to enhance Navy recruiting, and credibly represent Navy and Marine Corps aviation to the United States and its Armed Forces to America and other countries as international ambassadors of good will.

For more information or to learn when the Blue Angels will be performing an air show in your area, visit www.blueangels.navy.mil.

About Nissan North America
In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program and has been recognized as an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year in 2010, 2011, and 2012 by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.InfinitiUSA.com.

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