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The Ultimate Camera Car: How Unknwn Union Transformed Their BMW with Air Lift Performance

9/27/2024

2012 BMW 550i equipped with a film camera

The Ultimate Camera Car: How Unknwn Union Transformed Their BMW with Air Lift Performance

Have you ever seen a camera car built for speed, precision, and stability? How about one that can keep up with high-speed action, all while staying incredibly steady on air suspension? That’s exactly what the team at Unknwn Union has accomplished with their 2012 BMW 550i. This isn’t just any camera car – it’s a masterpiece of engineering designed to capture stunning footage at breakneck speeds.

Filming on the Move

Filming fast-moving scenes requires more than just a high-quality camera; the platform carrying that camera must be stable, maneuverable, and capable of keeping up with the action. When Vicente Medel, the creative force behind Unknwn Union, set out to design the ultimate camera car, he knew that he needed a powerful and spacious vehicle to hold all the equipment without compromising performance.

Medel wanted something heavier than typical camera cars to ensure better stability, but it also needed to be fast enough to follow the action. The BMW 550i, with its impressive power and sturdy build, became the perfect choice for the job. However, one more essential ingredient that elevates this car to the next level is air suspension.

Precision and Control

For a camera car to be successful, it must handle like a dream – no jerky movements or unsteady corners. This is where Air Lift Performance comes into play. The team at Unknwn Union equipped their BMW 550i with Air Lift Performance’s 3H air management system, which allows for incredible control and precision on the road. This system lets the car handle quick turns and high speeds while maintaining a perfectly level chassis. This is a game-changer when you’re filming, as the footage remains smooth and steady no matter how intense the driving gets.

The Air Lift Performance setup is not just about comfort; it’s about delivering rock-solid stability in all conditions. Whether they’re filming on a track, in an urban environment, or even off-road, this camera car stays composed, ensuring that the camera operator can focus on capturing the perfect shot rather than worrying about bumps and uneven surfaces.

Why the BMW 550i?

So, why did Unknwn Union choose the BMW 550i as the foundation for their camera car? It’s all about balance. The 550i is heavier and more powerful than most filming cars, providing a stable platform to mount the camera equipment. Its size offers enough room for multiple cameras and crew members, while the power under the hood lets it easily keep up with the fast-paced cars it’s filming.

The 550i’s combination of luxury, power, and precision handling, enhanced with Air Lift Performance, makes it a perfect tool for filmmakers who need a reliable and versatile camera car.

Endless Possibilities for Filmmaking

With their BMW 550i camera car, Unknwn Union has opened new possibilities for dynamic and creative filmmaking. The added stability from the Air Lift Performance system means they can shoot in more challenging environments and under more demanding conditions than ever before. Whether capturing a high-speed chase or a smooth panning shot around a corner, they can focus entirely on the creative process without worrying about the car’s performance.

This build is a perfect example of how innovative technology can transform the driving experience and the creation of visual content. Unknwn Union’s camera car is ready for anything, from the street to the track.

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