Tuner Special: Hamann BMW 7 Series
Published May 19, 2009
The latest generation of der 7er can be ordered with Hamann's new aero body kit, which includes a front airdam with integral LED daytime running lights, spoilers for the roof and deck lid, side skirts and a rear diffuser with cutouts for quad pipes.
Several different choices of alloy wheels range in size from 19 to 22 inches. If you must have the 22s, Hamann recommends fitting 265/30ZR22 performance tires in front and 295/25ZR22s in the rear. These tires are meant to complement Hamann's chassis-lowering kit for the BMW 7 Series that includes progressive-rate coil springs and, on the more expensive models, a self-leveling feature.
Leather upholstery, embroidered floor mats and aluminum pedals are among the interior hardware that can be ordered from Hamann.
Engine performance upgrade kits for the new BMW 7 Series will follow shortly, the tuning house says.
Inside Line says: As long as you're spending serious money on aftermarket kit for a big sedan that already costs serious money, might as well wait for the muscle kit, too. — Paul Lienert, Correspondent