The latest model to arrive in Abu Dhabi is another 5-Series garnished with M Performance Parts and wearing AC Schnitzer`s signature on the body style and inside the cabin. Among the most renowned tuning firms which are dedicated to BMW modifications, AC Schnitzer is the one sending plenty of new programs to Abu Dhabi.

The model in question is the hardcore variant from the 5-Series – the M550i – and which closely sits to the most powerful model within the lineup – the almighty M5 – receiving new aero body features with carbon fiber treatment. There are also the new wheels.

Unfortunately, the tuner`s program does not include any modifications under the hood. This means that it`s still come with the same 4.4-liter bi-turbo V8 engine, along with 456 horsepower. This allows the model to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in a good 3.9 seconds.

The aero kit features carbon fiber front lip and rear diffuser, both enhancing the car`s aggressive look and bringing it a bit closer to the M5. The new look is also highlighted by the 20-inch AC Schnitzer alloy wheels which work in tandem with the new adaptive M Suspension system. That means that the car`s ride height has been lowered by 25-30mm up front and 20-inch mm at the rear. And as we can depict from the media gallery below, the model now looks extremely aggressive and more appealing.

As for interior highlights, don’t expect too many new features; there is of course new infotainment system for the rear seats with plenty of high-tech gadgetries, along with black accents on certain surfaces, as well as white accents with wood trim which provide increased high-class feel.

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However, there are also some hot creations that have been customized by well-known tuning companies, like Manhart or AC Schnitzer. The latter one brags with tens of models displayed at BMW Abu Dhabi Motors. More than that, a one-off BMW 5-Series 540i model has recently arrived at the final destination, with features from another famous tuning shop, no other than 3D Design aftermarket firm.

The car brags with the sensual Bluestone body wrapped, which is complemented by a carbon fiber package. We are dealing here with carbon fiber front spoiler perfectly fitted under the stock bumper, adding as well other aggressive lines like carbon fiber side skirts and new rear diffuser with integrated tailpipes. As for the wheels, the tuner decided to leave the carmaker`s own choice intact. After all, why spoil something that is already cool?

Specialized in interior customizations mainly, the aftermarket specialists from 3D Design have also added some new cool features inside the cabin. We are dealing here with their special Mocha package with wood accents and technology suit. All these features perfectly complement the exterior.

As for performance under the hood, this 540i comes in standard form, meaning a B58 3.0-liter TwinPower inline six-cylinder engine, with 340 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. Equipped with the xDrive, the 540i is extremely fast, taking just 4.8 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h. As for fuel consumption, it manahes just 6.5 liter per each 100 km.

You can find more details of this fine specimen in the media gallery below. Enjoy the ride and don’t forget to share your opinions with us!

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The all-new 2018 BMW 5-Series has been well-received on the market with a big round of applause, coming with an exceptional design language, gorgeous interior tweaked with the latest technologies and some serous punches under the hood.

However, there are clients who want to transform it into a more aggressive ride and for that they resort to specialized tuning companies which deal with BMW programs. For instance, the customer of the below model has resorted to some wheels modifications and asked Vossen Wheels for some help. This particular ride has also received some slight visual make-overs.

This gorgeous 5-Series is a killer from the standard with the magnificent Carbon Black Metallic paintjob, receiving as well new body elements like black kidney grille at the front, black side sills and a couple of more at the back.

All are complemented with the exotic Vossen Wheels which look marvelous with the M Performance Brakes with red calipers. The wheels refer to Vossen CG-203 forged, measuring 20 x 9.5 and 20 x 11 front and rear, respectively. The concave design and split-five spoke configuration enhance the car`s aggressive looks and stance.

No performance upgrades were carried out under the hood. In fact, it doesn’t need any new blood in the veins, at least not for the moment. Should someone need some, there are other tuners willing to take matter into their own hands.

As a reminder, the 2018 BMW 5-Series is offered with a wide variety of engines. In Europe for instance, it comes with a 2.0-liter turbo flat-four cylinder and 3.0-liter turbo diesel, in the 520d (190 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque), and 530d (265 horsepower and 457 lb-ft of torque), respectively. You can find more details in the media gallery below!

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That is not the case for the below BMW 5-Series G31, which has received plenty of modifications from no else that Hamann tuner, which brings the car to a total of €105,000. And given the fact that the stock model costs at least €66,350, the rest being spent on customizations makes it quite fancy and eye-catching.

Hamann is the well-known German tuner that deals with BMW customizations and its latest take on a Touring model demonstrates that everything is possible in the tuning world.

First, the model comes equipped with BMW`s Innovation Package with Adaptive LED headlights, Driving Assist Plus, Head-Up Display and Multi-function Instrument Display or High-Beam Assistant.

Next, the muscular design and aggressive looks are given by the new styling elements – custom front spoiler, roof spoiler and rear spoiler, rear winglets, side sill panels, air inlet covers, as well as the massive and standout 21-inch alloy wheels.

The cabin is also standout with the black anodized aluminum pedals and footrest, exclusive floor mats, heated steering wheel, active steering or sport automatic transmission.

Other highlights of the BMW 540i xDrive Touring refer to ambient lighting, M Sports package, Comfort Access, Rear View Camera, panoramic roof, trailer coupling, Wi-Fi hotspot, satellite-navigation, Park Distance Control, Harman Kardon surround sound, BMW gesture control or Apple CarPlay connectivity.

Performance comes as standard for this 540i xDrive Touring, meaning a straight-six diesel 3.0-liter engine, with 265 horsepower and 620 Nm of torque, which is way too much for a family car.

You can take a good look at the car`s aero package in the media gallery below! Is the Hamann`s new project worth the price tag?

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– F10 BMW 5 Series (550i) by Fostla
– BMW 550i GT home project
– Hartge modifies the BMW 550i xDrive
– Stylish Aero Kit by 3D Design Makes G30 BMW 5-Series M Sport More Appealing
– Video: 2018 BMW 5-Series with Full Body Kit and Performance Upgrades by AC Schnitzer

For the BMW M550i xDrive the 4 liter V8 engine is improved with M Performance upgrades. The injection system improvements, as well as its turbochargers help this BMW output an incredible 456HP. The BMW M550i reaches 250km/h from 0km/h in about 4 seconds. The car’s maximum speed is electronically limited to 250km/h, leaving plenty of room for improvements in this department. The car is perfectly balanced. The M550i xDrive looks and feels great.

When it comes to looks, even though the modifications on this particular build are not hefty, this BMW M550i has its personality changed. The Bluestone Metallic paintjob fits in well with the added aftermarket parts. In fact, it gives the car a slightly aggressive look. The centerpiece of this particular build is represented by the HRE RS200M rims. Wrapped in Pirelli P-Zero tires, these rims contribute to the sporty look of the car. Interesting enough the rim size has been kept the same as in the case of the stock M550i, 19 inches.

The folks over at Wheels Boutique seem to have kept this project as simple as possible. The core BMW elements remain untouched. The BMW M550i is a classy, luxurious car. The upgrades are meant to further build on these two particular coordinates. They make the car more visible through the emphasis put on certain characteristics of this model. The performance upgrades follow the same formula. They build on the existing particularities of the car’s engine.

The BMW M550i xDrive with HRE rims by Wheels Boutique is a reminder of how simple upgrade plans can fully change the aspect and feel of a car. It is also a reminder that upgrades should not necessarily alter a vehicle’s identity, but rather build on its already existing features, bringing out the best of it. The people at Wheels Boutique have successfully completed another project by harmoniously matching aftermarket parts with one of the most well received BMW models up to this point, something that directly contributes to the increased prestige of this team of tuning specialists.

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The main thing about this car as the name may suggest is that it is a heap of rust. Of course this heap actually is a controlled one and is more powerful than your neighbor’s brand new 2017 stock BMW. In fact the look of the car seems rather menacing and not old or decrepit.

Still you can see right from the start that this particular E28 keeps the BMW spirit alive through the classic elements that have defined BMW for decades, now. The kidney grills, the older round headlamps the stop lights are without a doubt the BMW heritage that the manufacturer has left for each and every model it produces.

The BMW 5 Series E28 “Rusty Slammington” is in fact a rat-rod version of the same classic BMW. With a rear diffuser, side exhaust, huge wheel arches and a boxy wide body kit, “Rusty Slammington” is unmistakably a beast. The look of this E28 is wrapped by a set of BBS E57 rims wrapped in a set of thin tires. The rims complement the rest of the car through the brand new look and deep dish aspect. Mike Burroughs has even had time to add a WW2 bomber inspired decal which further gives this particular E28 style and personality.

The interior has been fitted only with basics. Apart from the roll cage and the racing seats there seems to be custom made light paneling for the interior of the car as well as various custom sensors and gadgets that help determine the car’s health at any given moment. The racing steering wheel seems right at home in this particular setup.

“Rusty Slammington” is powered by a modified 3.7 liter E34 BMW M5 engine that outputs no less than 500HP. The car’s stunning performance is also helped by the fitted next gen H&R suspension kit. Without a doubt the car sounds and feels amazing. The sheer power fitted into this one single vehicle is unbelievable. It is without a doubt one of the few race capable BMWs that incorporate both style and performance in one tiny but uniquely crafted package.

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The tuner`s project is not new, and it was first previewed a couple of months ago. Now that the wonderful job is finished, we get to see it in full in details and in the media gallery below.

When it comes to impressive styling adjustments, 3D Design is a master, and the living proof is the plethora of programs carried out so far on plenty of BMW models.

This particular program stands out from the crowd with a wide range of add-ons on the car`s body style. More than that, this particular model comes with the M package, and adding new tuning components, would only make it more aggressive and appealing.

The new aero kit comprises a bespoke front lip spoiler fitted over the M Sport bumper, adding as well new side skirts attached to the M Sport side sills.

Moving to the rear end, the rear diffuser makes the G30 more aggressive, while the custom trunk lid spoiler is fitted on the car`s standard one. The roof spoiler and custom exhaust system follow the same treatment.

Inside, the aftermarket specialists have added just a handful of new elements, like new pedals or custom floor mats.

In the engine department 3D Design didn’t announce any new changes, and since the project is all about exterior, there won`t be any modifications on that matter.

As a reminder, the 2017 G30 BMW 5-Series is available in the the BMW 530i/BMW 530i xDrive, BMW 540i/BMW 540i xDrive, BMW 520d/BMW 520d xDrive, and BMW 530d/BMW 530d xDrive, all arriving on the market back in February. The higher-end versions arrived in March, coming with impressive performance specifications: the BMW 530e iPerformance, BMW 520d EfficientDynamics Edition, as well as the BMW M550i xDrive.

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The tuner`s latest creation is the all-new 2018 5-Series, in both the sedan and the estate variants, the model receiving an exclusive body kit and some extra power under the hood. The tuner`s fine-work is also highlighted in the video below.

As we can see in the video, the car`s look has been enhanced by carbon fiber components around the front and rear spoilers, adding as well new side skirts and rear diffuser insert.

The specialists have also created components that separate the models. The sedan for instance, is available with a special rear roof spoiler and rear spoiler, as well as a carbon racing rear wing, while the estate can also be had with a custom rear roof wing which reduces drag and increases downforce. Both variants are also fitted with AC lightweight wheels.

As for the performance under the hood, the technicians from AC Schnitzer have also added some new tweaks that increase the power. We are looking here at the tuner`s ECU remapping with sound module with remote control, which increases the power of the 540i from 340 horsepower to 400 horsepower. On the other hand, the 530d is capable of 315 horsepower, quite nice from the stock 265 horsepower. All other variants (M550i, 530i or 520d) come with similar output as the latter presented.

You can find out more details in the video below released by AC Schnitzer tuning company!

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Unfortunately, the bidding ended at just $58,999 for the moment, so we have pretty much chances of seeing it again online.

We are looking here at a rare and exquisite models which deserves at least $70,000. It is one of the 30 models to be created, this also being one of four limited models to arrive on the model with a five-speed manual transmission. The rest of the 26 were hooked to an automatic gearbox.

As we can depict from the media gallery, this is a pristine edition with just 60,724 miles on board and two owners since it was first launched back in the 1970s.

In terms of visuals, the 1987 Alpina B7 Turbo3 is based on the E28 BMW 5-Series, and comes with a series of enhancement, like new alloy wheels, bespoke steering wheels and shift knob, bucket seats with special Alpina fabric, boost and temp gauges and so on.

In the engine department, the model comes with an impressive 300 horsepower, thanks to new mechanical improvements under the hood.

In case you love the model and want to find out more about it, then take a look at the media gallery below. You can also find it list it on eBay, with full details. Enjoy and don’t forget to share your impressions with us!

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And unlike the Americans, who prefer SUVs to sports wagons, in Europe the latter category has also seen an increase in terms of customizations, more and more owners providing their models with a lot of aftermarket parts to make them look hotter.

It is also the case of the below BMW 5-Series Touring, seen here wearing the gorgeous Alpine White exterior colour and looking smashing with the new Vossen wheels and a handful of exterior mods.

When it comes to fine-tuning a sports wagon, the mods shouldn’t exceed the common sense, otherwise you might risk receiving an ugly car with exaggerated styling bits. And this one here looks perfect the way it is right now.

As we can depict from the photos, the model got some new lowering springs, which lower the car`s ride height and increase its aggressive look, along with new alloy wheels from well-known Vossen Wheels tuning company.

The wheels are sized 20 x 9 and 20 x 10,5 front and rear, and complement the rest of the body styling with a Metallic Gloss Silver finish. All the installation process was carried out by Austrian tuner Eccentrical.

You can find out more about the car in the media gallery put together by the aftermarket specialists from Eccentrical!

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