A foreword about this absolute unique CSL from Schnitzer which was way ahead of its competitors and judging from the ‘remarks’ on the Photos section of this ‘mind blowing ‘ Csl with a KF fuel injection/ race engine with street use approval in the mid 70’s, it’s apparent that there is no good info, therefore I think it’s important to translate the introduction to this Csl.
TRANSLATION from the original text as added in the pics with some engine specs.
There were only a few motorists and passers-by who were not taken aback by the sight of the Schnitzer coupe: some of them slapped their thighs with enthusiasm, while others shook only uncomprehending the head. Schnitzer's most striking contribution was the light green and yellow painted aggressive body with spoiler, aerodynamically designed fender flares and a Tear-off edge at the rear. In addition, there were ten-inch wide light-alloy rims, equipped with ultra-flat, low-profile racing rollers - "belted tires available on request" -, and a 290 hp strong one injection engine. A "road car" of superlatives and one of the most extraordinary cars that has so far completed the test program at auto motor und sport.
Many things are unusual about be Schnitzer's lightweight version - including the starting ceremony every morning
to bring to life. A second person had to operate the enrichment lever on the injection pump, later this task was taken over by a specially prepared Allen key. Had this Once the engine had passed the stage of unwilling rattles and blubbers, which was occasionally accompanied by fiery kickbacks in the intake trumpets, there was one short warm-up phase on the program. After that, it was possible to drive off, with the engine surprisingly being civilized. Once at operating temperature, he picked up from 2500 willingly started the mixture (even full throttle!) and even let one particular problem move around the city. With longer stays in traffic jams, however, the engine had to be used more frequently be switched off because there was no headwind, which is absolutely necessary for cooling. An electric fan would do a good job in such cases.
Of course, Schnitzer's pupil was only in his element on the autobahn or on the Hockenheim circuit, where he could really put his strength to use, and of course with the performance measurements. After a fantastic start to the race with very little slip on the rear wheels, the engine revved like this in the lower four gears with an infernal roar vehemently up to the limit of 7200 revs, so that the pilot hardly had a breather between the individual gear changes. What had already been suspected was confirmed by the digital. Counters of the measuring device: The Schnitzer coupé had to cover the distance from 0 - 100 km/h in a short period of 5.7 seconds, after 23.8 seconds it had reached 200 km/h, and for the standing kilometer the clocks stopped 24.9 seconds - values that do not require any comment. The disguised racing BMW reached a top speed of 243.2 km/h and was thus slightly slower than the Alpina coupé, despite the considerable increase in output. This comparison clearly shows that a large air attack surface (wide tires and fenders) in the Speed range over 200 km/h costs a lot of performance.
When dealing with the Schnitzer coupé, it took a lot of getting used to, especially the unusually long gas pedal travel, which made the drivers want a telescopic leg evoked. In addition, the racing tires made it difficult to drive fast on normal roads because they followed all the small bumps, which made the car look very nervous. Extremely cautious Riding style was also required in the wet, because despite the hand-carved intermediate profile and relatively soft 350 compound, there was always an acute risk of aquaplaning. On dry, level slopes fast cornering did not pose any problems, because Schnitzer had designed his precious gear with significant understeer, and the power reserve on the rear wheels was only sufficient in tight corners
Sweep out to drive the car in controlled drift. As far as fuel consumption is concerned, the green car was content with an average of 23.3 liters per 100 kilometers. Against it blasted the oil consumption the usual framework in a very crass form: About every 200 kilometers, liters of the Motul racing oil in the trunk had to be refilled, its special Fragrance contributed to the sporty atmosphere in the cockpit.
The differently styled BMW coupés demonstrated very clearly to what extent subsequent modifications are possible and sensible. That the Schnitzer coupe in this
Version (cost: DM 56,667) would hardly pass the hurdle of the TÜV (the test car had a special permit), and is not very suitable for road use, lies on the
Hand. The Koepchen car, which comes up with a purchase price of almost 55,000 marks, can be certified as suitable for everyday use, mainly due to the unproblematic tires will. In this respect, the more civilized versions of the GS (DM 42,760) and Alpina (DM 45,242) have a clear advantage. It can still be stated that the overall range of the four tuning companies has increased significantly
similar, comfortable versions can also be ordered from Koepchen and Schnitzer, sportier models from Alpina or GS. Subsequent performance cures must
Cars in this price range are duly rewarded everywhere. That they are carried out properly - that can be assumed from the four renowned BMW tuners.
TRANSLATION from the original text as added in the pics with some engine specs.
There were only a few motorists and passers-by who were not taken aback by the sight of the Schnitzer coupe: some of them slapped their thighs with enthusiasm, while others shook only uncomprehending the head. Schnitzer's most striking contribution was the light green and yellow painted aggressive body with spoiler, aerodynamically designed fender flares and a Tear-off edge at the rear. In addition, there were ten-inch wide light-alloy rims, equipped with ultra-flat, low-profile racing rollers - "belted tires available on request" -, and a 290 hp strong one injection engine. A "road car" of superlatives and one of the most extraordinary cars that has so far completed the test program at auto motor und sport.
Many things are unusual about be Schnitzer's lightweight version - including the starting ceremony every morning
to bring to life. A second person had to operate the enrichment lever on the injection pump, later this task was taken over by a specially prepared Allen key. Had this Once the engine had passed the stage of unwilling rattles and blubbers, which was occasionally accompanied by fiery kickbacks in the intake trumpets, there was one short warm-up phase on the program. After that, it was possible to drive off, with the engine surprisingly being civilized. Once at operating temperature, he picked up from 2500 willingly started the mixture (even full throttle!) and even let one particular problem move around the city. With longer stays in traffic jams, however, the engine had to be used more frequently be switched off because there was no headwind, which is absolutely necessary for cooling. An electric fan would do a good job in such cases.
Of course, Schnitzer's pupil was only in his element on the autobahn or on the Hockenheim circuit, where he could really put his strength to use, and of course with the performance measurements. After a fantastic start to the race with very little slip on the rear wheels, the engine revved like this in the lower four gears with an infernal roar vehemently up to the limit of 7200 revs, so that the pilot hardly had a breather between the individual gear changes. What had already been suspected was confirmed by the digital. Counters of the measuring device: The Schnitzer coupé had to cover the distance from 0 - 100 km/h in a short period of 5.7 seconds, after 23.8 seconds it had reached 200 km/h, and for the standing kilometer the clocks stopped 24.9 seconds - values that do not require any comment. The disguised racing BMW reached a top speed of 243.2 km/h and was thus slightly slower than the Alpina coupé, despite the considerable increase in output. This comparison clearly shows that a large air attack surface (wide tires and fenders) in the Speed range over 200 km/h costs a lot of performance.
When dealing with the Schnitzer coupé, it took a lot of getting used to, especially the unusually long gas pedal travel, which made the drivers want a telescopic leg evoked. In addition, the racing tires made it difficult to drive fast on normal roads because they followed all the small bumps, which made the car look very nervous. Extremely cautious Riding style was also required in the wet, because despite the hand-carved intermediate profile and relatively soft 350 compound, there was always an acute risk of aquaplaning. On dry, level slopes fast cornering did not pose any problems, because Schnitzer had designed his precious gear with significant understeer, and the power reserve on the rear wheels was only sufficient in tight corners
Sweep out to drive the car in controlled drift. As far as fuel consumption is concerned, the green car was content with an average of 23.3 liters per 100 kilometers. Against it blasted the oil consumption the usual framework in a very crass form: About every 200 kilometers, liters of the Motul racing oil in the trunk had to be refilled, its special Fragrance contributed to the sporty atmosphere in the cockpit.
The differently styled BMW coupés demonstrated very clearly to what extent subsequent modifications are possible and sensible. That the Schnitzer coupe in this
Version (cost: DM 56,667) would hardly pass the hurdle of the TÜV (the test car had a special permit), and is not very suitable for road use, lies on the
Hand. The Koepchen car, which comes up with a purchase price of almost 55,000 marks, can be certified as suitable for everyday use, mainly due to the unproblematic tires will. In this respect, the more civilized versions of the GS (DM 42,760) and Alpina (DM 45,242) have a clear advantage. It can still be stated that the overall range of the four tuning companies has increased significantly
similar, comfortable versions can also be ordered from Koepchen and Schnitzer, sportier models from Alpina or GS. Subsequent performance cures must
Cars in this price range are duly rewarded everywhere. That they are carried out properly - that can be assumed from the four renowned BMW tuners.
