BMW 328 Touring AC Schnitzer Project

Hello guys!! It´s been awhile since my last car modeling build. This time I decide to do a model of my own car. I choose the Revell kit BMW Alpina B6 and some varius parts from Dragons BMW M3 Limited kit.

The Revell BMW has an engine witch is good to replicate the M52 engine by some minor scratch builds.

Things I had to do from scratch is the 17" Ac Schnitzer Type II rims, the rear AcS silencer, the rear roof wing, Most of the rear windows, new dashboard (airbag SRS in the newer E36) and front sport seats witch differ a bit from the M3 ones.

Well enough talking, here´s the pics:

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/PICT0048.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/PICT0048.jpg.html)
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/PICT0054.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/PICT0054.jpg.html)
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/PICT0053.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/PICT0053.jpg.html)
And a sideshot of my car I intend to replicate.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/328%20wing%204.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/328%20wing%204.jpg.html)

I like it! I soooo like it!

Lets see- M3 side skirts, front spoiler, mirrors(!) and color. Yet it's a 2.8 M52 instead of a 3.2 S52?

mmm some german engineering, keep us posted.

I like it! I soooo like it!

Lets see- M3 side skirts, front spoiler, mirrors(!) and color. Yet it's a 2.8 M52 instead of a 3.2 S52?

Yes, This car has a full M3 option package including black inner roof, all exept the engine. Its an 2.8 M52 with Ac Schnitzer camshafts tough. There is no Factory M3 Touring but I´ve seen a couple converted ones.

http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=503/65198strut_brace2.JPG

Looks good so far, i'll be watching this one.

This will be a great project, I'm sure! These things are sooo bloody fast...

Wow, this is something different! :smokin:
I'll be following it!

WOWWW.. I want do see this!! Good Luck!

UAUUUUUU!!!!
Hey Schnitzermann, when i saw your post i almost fell of my chair!
I`ve been around this forum for a while, but never posted anything before.I usually post my works at a Portuguese forum called Automodelista.org, check it out!
But anyway, i owned a 328i Touring too, with full M3 option package like yours.One of my favourite cars so far, and the most beautiful to me!!
In Portugal only 3 of these were sold ond only mine had the M3 package!
I always wanted to build a replica, but never could find a 1/24 body of a Touring model.Did you start of with the "normal" 4 door body of the Revell kit BMW Alpina B6??And altered the rear end??If so, do you have photos of how you didi it??
Would you mind if i followed your footsteps and build a replica of mine??

Sorry for all the questions..

Here is a photo of mine.
http://www.mams.com.pt/museu.asp?NPag=2

Keep up the good work!

I like it so much!!!

UAUUUUUU!!!!
Hey Schnitzermann, when i saw your post i almost fell of my chair!
I`ve been around this forum for a while, but never posted anything before.I usually post my works at a Portuguese forum called Automodelista.org, check it out!
But anyway, i owned a 328i Touring too, with full M3 option package like yours.One of my favourite cars so far, and the most beautiful to me!!
In Portugal only 3 of these were sold ond only mine had the M3 package!
I always wanted to build a replica, but never could find a 1/24 body of a Touring model.Did you start of with the "normal" 4 door body of the Revell kit BMW Alpina B6??And altered the rear end??If so, do you have photos of how you didi it??
Would you mind if i followed your footsteps and build a replica of mine??

Sorry for all the questions..

Here is a photo of mine.
http://www.mams.com.pt/museu.asp?NPag=2

Keep up the good work!

Nice 328 Touring!! Stearlingsilver right?

I do not mind if you build along. Could be interesting. It´s odd that Revell didn´t came up with a model of a Touring bimmer allready.

I´m glad you guys like it! I put alot effort into this model so I appreciate all coments on the way.



I do not have any pics on the model before the first coat of primer (my camera was at service by then). I use the Revell kit as base for the model and simply cut the roof at the centre of rear doors and measure the allready cut off roof from the Dragon kit (BMW M Coupé). Added some plasticard to build up left of the rear section and fill tailights with plasticard. Smaller ones on a Touring. And then fill with filler, sand down, fill again, sand down etc. When you are satisfied with your result it´s time for the panel lines. Most of the parts of the Revell kit has to be reshaped or replaced due inaccuracy. No big deal anyway. I have the full scale to take measurements from.

Now I had to build up some Ac Schnitzer rims to deal in the chassi.

Nice project! I've had the honour to testdrive a 330coupe (1999) and I have to say beamers are great cars. Good luck.

Wheel construction. Every rim has 17 parts. I use a five spoke rim as base for this AcS rim model. Next is to apply the first coat of primer to pinpoint any misses or missmarks followed by a typical rimsilver paint.

http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=502/65198Scratch_builded_AcS_rims.JPG
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=502/65198AcS_rim_roughspots.JPG

Picture of the real 1/1 scale Ac Schnitzer Type II rim
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=502/65198Front_w_dr_disc-med.JPG

Nice wheel modification !
I didn't know a model with touring body of the E36 existed.

very nice this wheel :)

Nice wheel modification !
I didn't know a model with touring body of the E36 existed.

No, I haven´t found any body of the E36 Touring either. Please let me know if there is any out there. This body is modded and came from two kits, Revell BMW Alpina B6 and Dragon BMW M3. I only used the rear roof section of the Dragon kit along with side skirts, bumpers, head lights/grille and mirrors.

Damn!!!I still couldn`t find any of those kits to start my project!
Those wheels look great!I cant wait to see more progress on that baby!Looking great so far!

A small update. The front struts had been modded to match my lowered Bimmer (60/40 lowering springs) and to take the much more detailed Dragon kit discs. I also decided to replace the Revell kit front grille/headbeams assembly. The reason is that the Revell kit has less details. The Dragon kit looks much better with separate lenses and so forth.

Note: this is a rough body/wheel fit, but it shows how things will go together. Next parts to build is the rear roof wing and the Ac Schnitzer auspuff (silencer).

http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=500/65198PICT0048-med.JPG
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=503/65198PICT0053-med.JPG
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=503/65198PICT0055-med.JPG

...and the customized parts.
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=503/65198PICT0058-med.JPG

Looks great so far

look awesome, so far

great job with rims ;)

oh yes, great job
how did you do the touring conversion? nice work on that, too

that is simply great :D

Amazing conversion, looks original! :O

I like it :)

looks great!!!

inspiring build!

Oli

Very nice work! Love how you made the rims!

Lookin awsome! There was a BMW wagon kit? Keep up the great work!

Wow !

Only word - GREAT JOB.
One and only ! BMW 3 Touring.

Amazing conversion, looks like an original kit!

What will be next ? 5 Touring ? :)

I going to build Mercedes E-class AMG Estate (Wagon) (Fujimi)
Mayby some day....

Been busy in other projects so that´s why this project going slow. The frontseats has to be modded from the baseseats in the Dragon M3 kit. I only use the undercarrige and head rest from the Revellkit and build these parts together into a M-ausf Sportseats. I did some mod to the dashboard too.

The Engine has been modded slightly too. The Revellkit has an pre -92 M50 engine without Vanos. I added the Vanos unit (seen in front of the engine camcover). I kept the inlet mani, course I use the M50 inlet on my real car. The original manifold is one of the restricted items on the M52 2.8L engine.

http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=500/65198MSport_seats-med.JPG
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=503/65198M52_Engine-med.JPG

Mr_Benz; I sure hope you will go for that MB E-class AMG Estate. I can´t wait to see some prog pic´s!!!

Hi Schnitzermann !

I can't wait to see any progress pictures too ; ))

In 2005 year I build HALF model. Only half.
Have a look at my SLK AMG !
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=392817

If I will completed one model in one year.... yes... let me think... E-class You shoul see for 10-15 years ; -)))
Ok, I try to complete 5-6 model (new model) next year.

Your BWM is most exciting project which I have seen at AF last time.
I wainting for next pictures, what will be colour of this "3 touring" ?
Viollet techno ???

Hi Schnitzermann !

I can't wait to see any progress pictures too ; ))

In 2005 year I build HALF model. Only half.
Have a look at my SLK AMG !
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=392817

If I will completed one model in one year.... yes... let me think... E-class You shoul see for 10-15 years ; -)))
Ok, I try to complete 5-6 model (new model) next year.

Your BWM is most exciting project which I have seen at AF last time.
I wainting for next pictures, what will be colour of this "3 touring" ?
Viollet techno ???

I will paint this Touring in Daytona Violett, BMW No:239. This is the color of my real Touring.

Mr Benz, I took a peak at your thread and I was stunned of your perfection and finish of the parts and paint job! Keep up your good work!

Very nice project

I can't wait to see any progress pictures too!!

Very nice indeed! Great job on the scratch built wheels.

Very impressive conversion!!!

Dude nice build... keep it coming...

very nice project,. can't wait to see it done!

C'mon, c'mon, keep it coming. I want to se the paint job! Always did like that color.

By the way, how are you going to match the Daytona Violet? I'm still trying to match the Avus Blau 276 on my M3.

C'mon, c'mon, keep it coming. I want to se the paint job! Always did like that color.

By the way, how are you going to match the Daytona Violet? I'm still trying to match the Avus Blau 276 on my M3.

Hello guys!

Well nothing new in this project, that´s why no update goming up yet. The rear roof wing is completed and the rims is painted. Next is the catback Ac Schnitzer exhaust system.

I´m gonna use a BMW Original toutch up paint (spraycan). So the match will be very similar as the real thing. I had to make all the windows first to get all in order first then I will go for the paint job.

I might add that I have several projects going on along with this car so it might be an slow build. I´ll do my best!!!

Does anyone have a tip on where i can find both of these kits??I can´t seem to find any on the web sites i order from.
Thanks.

A small update just to show you this project isn´t dead.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/Bl2acs.jpg
The Ac Schnitzer Type II rims has been airbrushed Tamiya Titaniumsilver.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/rearroofwncatback.jpg
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/Rearwingncatback.jpg
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/PICT0009.jpg
Rear roof wing is done and the Ac Schnitzer catback of course. I also reattached the side skirts further in. They where not glued perfectly in place at the first pics in this thread.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/AcSchnitzer124catback.jpg
The scratch builded Ac Schnitzer Catback in 1/24 scale.

Next is to make the rear and side windows. The rear one seemed to be a bit tricky!

:sunglasse That AC/Schnitzer exhaust looks very true to the original, sehr schön!

Who delivers a BMW touring? And is there also A E30 touring availeble?
I had once a E30 316i and i'm looking for a touring.
A model of my 316i did i found by fujimi ( see my aviator).

Denman

Fantastic rims and those exaust seem injected: really clean and original build-up.

Very nice work on those wheels, they look great in Titanium Silver. Also, that exhaust is incredible! It's certainly a step up from the stock piece, I'm sure.

Awesome progress so far, love the rims and the exhaust looks really nice too.

Keep the updates comming!

oh yeah brotha. I see you aren't playing any games with this. Sick job, keep us up to date asap! :grinyes:

amazing fabrication of the wheels, and the body looks great.

Eiiiiiiii!!!
I really wanna see some more progresses on this one..........

Nice Project and uncommon handicraf!

WOW!! Those wheels have tirned out a treat! Can't wait for more progress.:grinyes:

Cool project! Glad my 325i could provide some inspiration to finish yours :)

Bringing up an old thread from the dead, sorry about that but I want to show you guys that I havent given up on this Touring build.

Body parts finally painted in Bmw orig color Daytona Violet.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161103_094643.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161103_094643.jpg.html)

And assembled the suspension parts to chassis plate. A rolling chassis.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161103_094805.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161103_094805.jpg.html)

To be continued.

/Schnitzermann

very cool,
welcome back


Paul

Looks good. Keep it up.

I´ve been working with interior. Center console and gloverbox trim has Ac Schniter silver trim. I also make an AcS SHortshifter knob and armrest.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161122_205616.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161122_205616.jpg.html)

I decided to have load cover fully extended to cover up mostly of the rear compartment for simplicity. A third head rest was made as well.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161126_175512.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161126_175512.jpg.html)
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161126_175608.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161126_175608.jpg.html)

Did some detailing on chassis. Will do some weathering later on.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161126_175927.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161126_175927.jpg.html)

/Schnitzermann.

So, interior is completed.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161128_105622.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161128_105622.jpg.html)

Body is polished and all trim and details are painted.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161129_105552.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161129_105552.jpg.html)
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161129_105609.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161129_105609.jpg.html)

All windscreens is completed and black trimmed. As a fact, the side windscreens where the ones who slow this build down a bit, say over 10 years. I didnt find any salution how to design them until I finally made them of plain sheet clear styrene and mounted them by riveting in b and c pillar.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161129_105637.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161129_105637.jpg.html)
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161129_182626.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161129_182626.jpg.html)

Interior mounted to chassis.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161129_182611.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161129_182611.jpg.html)

And some final prep for the final marrige of chassis and body.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161130_094646.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/manheader/media/1%2024%20Dragon%20Revell%20Bmw%20328i%20Touring%20 Ac%20Schnitzer/20161130_094646.jpg.html)

Next step is to finish this Bimmer asap!

/Schnitzermann