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This year, for the first time in nearly 80 years, the PGA Championship is being played on Long Island! The event will be held from May 13-19, 2019 at Bethpage State Park, Black Course, Farmingdale, New York. While New York State has hosted a record 12 PGA Championships, the 2019 event will be Bethpage Black's first time hosting the event. Many golfers that you may know and love will be attending and playing in the PGA Championship, such as Tiger Woods, Xander Schauffele, Brooks Koepka, and Jimmy Walker, giving you a chance to watch them play in person! To learn more about the PGA Championships, click here. To purchase tickets to Practice Rounds or Championship Rounds, click here! Make the most of your PGA experience! Stop into our Competition BMW of Smithtown showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd. Smithtown NY, 11780 to check out some PGA-worthy cars such as the BMW X6 and the BMW i3. Whether you're searching for a new vehicle or a pre-owned vehicle, our skilled team can assist you in finding the perfect vehicle for you! Contact us at 631-265-2208 to learn more about our vehicle specials and to schedule your test drive today!

Pictured above is the ultra-retro limited edition BMW M2 Competition - Heritage Edition. If you are a fan of BMW's best M vehicle then you would want to get your hands on one of these. BMW has created one of these cars as concepts in the past but now, you can actually buy one. CarBuzz states that the biggest changes on the Heritage Edition are found on the exterior, where the car is equipped with an assortment of M Performance Accessories. BMW has added carbon fiber side fins, grille, mirror caps, exhaust tips, rear spoiler, and front blade as well as floating hub caps. Click here to learn more about the M2 Competition Heritage Edition from CarBuzz. It doesn't appear that the Heritage Edition will have any additional power over a standard M2 Competition, meaning it will use a 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-six producing 405 horsepower. The M2 Competition Heritage Edition will still come equipped with the same engine and transmission as the M2 Competition. You will still be able to soak in the sound of the M2 Competition Coupe’s Dual Exhaust system. Engineered with electronically controlled flaps that improve airflow and boost performance – at every punch of the pedal, the authoritative exhaust notes will leave you smiling from gear to gear. At Competition BMW of Smithtown, we strive to provide the best for our client's whether you come to visit us to pick out your new car or to get your car serviced. Call or visit us today for any other questions you may have! 599 Middle Country Rd. Smithtown NY, 11780 (631) 265-2208

Share on Twitter Everyone loves a good performance car, but at what cost? Luckily, there is a wide variety of choices for the everyday driver on a budget! Car and Driver has compiled a list of “ The 20 Best Affordable performance Cars You Can Buy “, and the BMW M240i has made it onto the list. BMW’s M240i is one of the last few affordable, sporty, rear-drive cars that you can buy out of Germany nowadays. A turbocharged inline-six sends 335 horsepower to the rear axle via a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is available, as well as a convertible model, but the sportiest combo is the rear-drive, stick-shift coupe. The M-inspired BMW TwinPower Turbo 3.0-liter 6-cylinder is engineered to amaze. Engage the throttle and release the M240i xDrive’s 335 horsepower in a thrilling 4.4 second run from 0-60 mph. Customize your driving style, from comfortable to sporty. With available Adaptive M Suspension and available M Sport Brakes, the 2 Series is yours to flaunt. Wherever the BMW 2 Series Coupe takes you, BMW’s most forward-thinking technology will be right there with you. This is the classic coupe reimagined for the modern era. To learn more from Car and Driver, click here. At Competition BMW of Smithtown, we currently have 3 in stock M240i models for you to choose from. Call us today to schedule a test drive! Come by our Competition BMW of Smithtown showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780, to see a model in person or call (631) 265-2208 to speak with a Sales Consultant today! Many more new BMW Models are coming in and we can custom order or locate for you the BMW of your dreams! Contact us today!

BMW is getting a couple of new partners this year in the DTM. The unveiling process continues with the new CATL BMW M4 DTM, the new look showcasing the colors of BMW Motorsport’s latest premium partner. CATL is a Chinese company specialized in making batteries, with which the BMW Group had already been doing business for quite some time now. To read more, click here. If you're interested in a new BMW model, stop into our Competition BMW of Smithtown showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd. Smithtown NY, 11780, to see a model in person. Whether it be new or pre-owned, our highly-skilled team can help you find a vehicle that is perfectly suited to all of your needs. Contact us at 631-265-2208 to learn more about our amazing vehicle specials and possibly schedule your test drive today!

In a world of monotone, dark interiors, a new two-tone interior color scheme has appeared in the list of more ornate options from the BMW Individual collection. The colors are called Ivory White and Tartufo, and they make up a gorgeous white-and-brown combination that brightens up the entire interior of the 8-series and makes it look notably unique. You may be thinking that the interior of the 8-Series looks oddly familiar, and that’s because a while back, BMW released the 2013 6-Series BMW Gran Coupe which also sported a beautiful two-tone interior of Opal White and Amaro Brown, shown below. To read more about the BMW 8-Series Coupe’s awesome two-tone interior, check out Car and Drivers article by clicking here. If you’re interested in purchasing a new BMW model, stop into our Competition BMW showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd. Smithtown NY, 11780, to see a model in person. Whether you’re interested in something brand new, or something pre-owned, our team can help to find the perfect vehicle for you! Contact us today at 631-265-2208 to learn more about our vehicle specials and schedule your test drive.

Earth day has passed us on April 22, but that does not mean we have to stop celebrating the Earth we live on! By changing a few simple habits, you can help save our planet. According to CarCare News Service, the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) recommends regular vehicle maintenance and better driving habits as two easy-to-implement strategies. Two examples would be to: Keep the engine running at peak performance. A misfiring spark plug can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent. Replace filters and fluids as recommended in the owner’s manual. Don’t ignore that ‘Service Engine’ light. Today’s vehicles have much cleaner tailpipe emissions that they did 30 years ago, but a poorly running engine or faulty exhaust system will cause your vehicle to pollute much more than it would otherwise. Click here to learn more from CarCare News Service for more ways you can improve your automotive habits. BMW has electric vehicles that include the i3, i8, 530e iPerformance, and the 745e iPerformance. The BMW i3 is a compact, fully-electric BMW that transforms every day into an adventure. Click here to view our BMW i3 inventory! BMW’s legendary 530e iPerformace has a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder gasoline engine that works in perfect harmony with an electric motor that’s powered by a high-voltage lithium-ion battery. Click here to view our BMW 530e iPerformance inventory! Embracing new technology isn’t revolutionary – it’s the way of the future. The 745e xDrive is BMW’s incredible entry into the world of luxury hybrid vehicles. Contact our dealership to find out ways you can order your very own 745e. At Competition BMW of Smithtown, we have a wide range of electric vehicles for you to choose from! If you are interested in purchasing a new BMW, visit us at our Competition BMW of Smithtown showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd. Smithtown NY, 11780 or contact us at 631-265-2208. Whether you’re looking for something new or something pre-owned, our experienced staff can assist you in finding the perfect luxury car!

The Port Jefferson Senior Prom is not like any other! While most other school districts host their proms in outside venues or at a hall, every year, the Prom Committee in Port Jeff works together for months on end, to create the most elaborate design imaginable for the annual senior prom. Every year, the Prom Committee and several towns, come together to completely transform the high school's gymnasium, cafeteria, and bathrooms, all to fit the theme of the prom. This year, Competition BMW of Smithtown is hosting the senior prom committee's annual golf outing on May 6 to help finance the prom. Tickets will be $150 per person for a full day of 18 holes of golf and afterward, a separate dinner will be held at the Harbor Grill at 6 pm. Tickets for the dinner are separate and priced at $50 a head. Tickets are available for village residents and any others who may be interested. To reserve a foursome or for more information, contact Mike Ambrozy at 917-270-7436 or mike@cyrealty.com or contact Jim Desmond at 631-331-6946 or desmondpj@optonline.net. The first person to get a Hold-In-One on the 152 yard 2nd Hole wins the prize! The vehicle on the hole-in-one will be a 2019 BMW 330XI with an MSRP of $47,235. The giveaway will be for a 3-year lease valued at $21,565. The lease is for 10,000 miles per year, subject to winners credit approval. Winner responsible for Tax and DMV fees, as well as any over mileage, end of lease wear and tear obligations, and a Disposition fee of $350 on lease turn in. Click here to read more! Ride to prom in style this year, with your very own Competition BMW vehicle! If you are interested in purchasing a new BMW model, visit us at our Competition BMW of Smithtown showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780 or contact us at 631-265-2208. Whether you're looking for something new or something pre-owned, our experienced staff can assist you in finding the perfect luxury car!

BMW is set to host a Procar Revival of a memorable racing vehicle this coming July. This limited edition supercar is the legendary BMW M1. Click here to read more about this event! On the first weekend of July in Germany, 14 BMW M1 racing cars will lap the Norisring course in Germany during a weekend of the German DTM touring-car championship series. This is a rare moment to witness these spectacular mid-engined supercars as they were at this very track 39 years ago. It's also a stark reminder of how badly the M1 failed to ignite the racing circuit. There is so much history behind this legendary BMW M1 Procar that so many love. Click here to learn more about all the greatest highlights from DTM. If you're interested in purchasing a new BMW model, stop into our Competition BMW showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd. Smithtown NY, 11780, to see a model in person. Whether you're interested in something brand new, or something pre-owned, our team can help to find the perfect vehicle for you! Contact us today at 631-265-2208 to learn more about our vehicle specials and schedule your test drive.

Warmer weather is finally headed our way, and what better way to celebrate than with a Spring picnic in the park? Down below is a list of 10 beautiful parks, perfect for a picnic on a sunny Spring day! Lake Ronkonkoma County Park – 631-854-9699 Lakeside park with baseball fields, basketball & handball courts, plus a fishing pier & picnic area. Lake Shore Rd, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 Blydenburgh County Park – 631-854-3712 Forested park offering hiking trails, a playground, picnic areas & a pond for rowboats & fishing. Veteran’s Memorial Highway, Smithtown, NY 11788 Robert J. Henke Nature Preserve Passive Park Asphalt path measuring approximately .35 Mile, with trails in the woods and plenty of benches 100 Pond Path, Lake Grove, NY 11755 Hidden Pond Park- 631-232-3222 Nature trails, sports fields & picnicking, plus an Olympic-size pool & ice-skating facility. 660 Terry Rd, Hauppauge, NY 11788 Bethpage State Park – 516-249-0700 Bethpage State Park is a 1,477-acre New York state park on the border of Nassau County and Suffolk County. Visitors flock to the park to use the park’s picnic facilities, playing fields, tennis courts, bridle paths, hiking and biking trails, and cross-country skiing trails. 99 Quaker Meeting House Rd, Farmingdale, NY 11735 Heckscher State Park – 631-581-2100 Heckscher State Park is a 1,657-acre state park on the shore of the Great South Bay at East Islip which includes grills, trails, picnic tables, playgrounds, etc. 1 Heckscher State Parkway, East Islip, NY 11730 Caleb Smith State Park – 631-265-1054 Caleb Smith State Park Preserve is a state park located in Suffolk County that includes a gift shop, museum/visitors center, nature trails, and more! 581 W Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY 11787 Lakeland County Park – 631-853-2727 This 70 acre, fully accessible park facility was designed for the disabled and their families. It includes a nature trail-boardwalk over the Connetquot River and also includes basketball courts, bird watching, hiking, picnic areas, etc. Johnson Ave, Islandia, NY 11749 Connetquot River State Park Preserve – 631-581-1005 Connetquot River State Park Preserve maintains 3,473 acres of land and water for the protection and propagation of game birds, fish, and animals, you can also take advantage of the bridle path, gift shop, museum/ visitors center, nature trails and more! 3525 Sunrise Hwy, Oakdale, NY 11769 Paul T. Given County Park Great for launching rowboats and kayaks, fishing, relaxing. A small little jewel in the heart of busy Smithtown. Paddle along for 5.5 miles of the unspoiled nature of Suffolk County’s north shore. Call in advance for Tidal Information. 631-979-8244 Smithtown, NY 11787 From Montauk to Hempstead, Competition BMW of Smithtown can help find the perfect luxury car for you, suited perfectly to your needs! Stop into our Competition BMW showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd. Smithtown New York, 11780, to see a vehicle in person or contact us at 631-265-2208!

RoadandTrack states that the newest M5 is the perfect BMW for you and your one-car garage. You get the sportiness of a racecar and the comfort of a luxury vehicle all in one. It's incredibly quick, comfortable, and effortlessly capable on track. Also, if you need to get through some snowy roads, that trick AWD system is there to help. It is a true four-season car. Click here to check out some competitor vehicles that would also be suitable for a one-car garage. If you are in the area of Lake Grove or if you have any questions, call or visit us at Competition BMW of Smithtown! 599 Middle Country Rd. Smithtown NY, 11780 (631) 265-2208

Nearly everyone is guilty of some type of distracted driving. In fact, according to NHTSA, 3,166 people died by distracted driving in 2017. Here’s how you can help to keep the roads safer! Use your cell phone for emergency situations only. While driving, your phone should only be used for emergency purposes. Even then, you should pull off to the side of the road to use your cellphone. If you start feeling drowsy, pull off the road! Drowsiness increases the risk of a crash by nearly four times! A government study has shown that 37% of U.S. drivers have dozed off or actually fallen asleep at least once behind the wheel. You should limit the number of passengers, as well as the level of activity inside of the vehicle. Driving with friends in the car can create a dangerous driving environment, because inexperienced drivers tend to focus on their friends, as opposed to the road and their surroundings. Avoid eating while driving. Finishing your breakfast on the way to work may seem like a great way to save time, but it means you are being less attentive to the road and the other drivers around you. Food spills are also a major cause of distraction while driving. Do your multi-tasking outside the car. You spend a lot of time in your car, so it may seem like the perfect place to call friends, search for music, or even send a few quick text messages. You should try to resist these urges in order to have a better focus on the road and other drivers around you. Try to get settled in before you begin driving. The main objective while driving should always be to keep yourself and your passengers safe on the way to your destination! Here at Competition BMW of Smithtown, we strive to find the perfect luxury vehicle to suit all of your needs! If you wish to see a vehicle in person, visit us at our Competition BMW showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780 or contact us at 631-265-2208!

Whether you live on Long Island or you’re just visiting, there are tons of great restaurants to choose from. Luckily for you, there’s no need to break the bank! We’ve compiled a list of Long Island’s top-notch cheap eats, so you can enjoy a worry-free meal! Lazzat – 516-826-6060 Lazzat is a cozy, laid back, family-owned Indian and Pakistani restaurant where they take a warm and homey approach to Indian and Pakistani cuisine. Although this restaurant’s entire idea originated from the meat-eating north, the menu offers a countless amount of meatless options to choose from. 3245 Sunrise Hwy, Wantagh, New York 11793 Aloo Gobhi, a spiced cauliflower stir-fry, is a great choice for vegetarians! The Gourmet Whaler – 631-659-2977 The Gourmet Whaler in Cold Spring Harbor is a casual, homey place to eat, a great place to bring a friend to for a quick bite to eat. 111 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor, New York 11724 Fried flounder fish tacos with slaw, chipotle mayo and peach-mango salsa MB Ramen – 631-923-3176 MB Ramen is a classic, fast-paced, energetic ramen counter inspired by early 1990s hip-hop. 335 New York Avenue, Huntington, New York 11743 MB Ramen is a play on a classic Tonkotsu broth with twists including oxtail and beef bones Basil Cafe & Restaurant -631-676-3148 This Persian-Italian restaurant has a cozy, intimate feeling with its lush and comfortable back patio for guests as well. 413 Lake Avenue, St James, New York 11780 Sauteed eggplant topped with crushed caramelized walnuts Wahlburgers – 631-473-8525 Wahlburgers is a cheerful, quick restaurant, where reality television meets reality! The walls are decorated with movie and television posters, as well as album covers of Mark and Donnie Wahlberg. 4837 Nesconset Hwy., Port Jefferson Station, New York 11776 A delicious, classic burger at Wahlburgers Swell Taco – 631-627-6710 Swell Taco is a fun, vividly decorated establishment, filled with beach decor and has a walled-in back patio. 30 E. Main Street, Patchogue, New York 11772 The Succulent Carnitas Taco is a corn tortilla filled with shredded, slow-cooked pork shoulder, pickled onions, cheese, and salsa. If you are in the area of any of these awesome cheap eats, stop into our Competition BMW of Smithtown showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780 or contact us at 631-265-2208 to speak with a Sales Consultant!