This is the AC Schnitzer-tuned BMW 5-series based on the 530d diesel model, and even though they insist it is “Dynamics in its most beautiful form”, there’s no getting away from the fact that it’s really ugly! The standard 5-Series F10 is fine, but that front bumper is rubbish and at the back they made it look like a Lexus. So as far styling matters, it’s not a job well done. Maybe other parts are better…

Of course the 530d gets a power boost, from 245 HP to 286 HP, and they are developing similar kits for other diesel-powered 5ers. They also provide a twin sports rear silencer with chromed “Sports Trim” tailpipes which can be fitted to 550i, 535i, 535d and 530d and enhances the engine response as well as its soundtrack.

The car also gets AC Schnitzer spring kit (25 mm lower than standard), AC Schnitzer 8-piston high performance brake system, 19 or 20-inch Type IV wheels in BiColor or silver.

Interior modificaitons include aluminium cover for the i-Drive System Controller, aluminium foot rests and pedals set, and gear knobs in leather, aluminium (black anodized), with leather and illumination or digital gear display. Boot and foot mats in velours complete the interior package.

Specs:

Engine: performance upgrades
for 530d from 180 kW / 245 HP to 210 kW / 286 HP
for 520d with 135 kW / 184 HP – in development
for 525d with 150 kW / 204 HP – in development
for 535d with 221 kW / 300 HP – in development
engine styling optic with capacity logo
Exhaust: twin sports rear silencer with
chromed “Sports Trim” tailpipe trims (left / right)
(for 550i, 535i and 535d as well as 530d)
AC Schnitzer chromed “Racing” tailpipe (for 525d, 530d)
Brakes: 8-piston high performance brake system
for the front axle, consisting of:
8-pot fixed calliper, left – right
perforated, internally vented brake discs Ø 374 x 36mm, set
brake pads, 8-pieced brake pads and calliper mounting bracket
Suspension: spring kit
Aerodynamics: front spoiler, chromed front grille, bonnet vents (country specific),
chromed centre bar for bonnet vents, side skirt inserts, chromed
design elements for side skirt inserts, rear roof spoiler, rear spoiler,
rear skirt insert, rear skirt protection foil
Steering: sports airbag steering wheel “Evo”
steering wheel insert, carbon “black Exclusiv”
Interior: carbon interior, black “Exclusiv”, carbon sill trim set
“black Exclusiv”, aluminium cover for i-Drive system
controller, aluminium foot rest and pedal set,
gear shift knobs in aluminium (black anodized),
leather with illumination or with digital shift display,
velours trunk mat and floor mats
Wheel/Tyre sets: Type IV Wheels silver in 19 inch
Type IV Wheels BiColor in 19 und 20 inch
Type V Lightweight Forged Wheels BiColor in 20 inch
Type VIII Wheels BiColor in 19 inch