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To simply sum it up, the BMW M2 Competition Coupe is the fun and playful car that you are looking for. Powerful and spacious with great handling and performance all at a reasonable price. BMW Blog shares with us 5 Reasons Why We Love The BMW M2 Competition. Excellent M-Engineered Six-Cylinder Turbo Engine The BMW M2 Competition is praised for its explosive performance and has one of the best applications of the S 55 engine yet. Comes with a Six-Speed Manual The BMW M2 Competition offers a stick-shift that makes the car more engaging for drivers. The DSC Software Configuration M engineers had the opportunities to improve the three characteristic curves of the electromechanical power steering, the Active M differential and the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control). With the limited slip differential, the M2 Competition gives off a much smoother driving experience compared to other models. Great Value for the Price Although the M2 Competition isn’t as cheap as it once was, it is extremely well priced due to its great features and performance compared to other competitors. More Fun to Drive BMW Blog shares with us that the BMW M2 Competition is a more playful car to drive. With great steering & handling, the BMW M2 Competition makes for a more enjoyable & powerful ride. Stop by Competition BMW of Smithtown today and test-drive one of these beauties!! Test-drive new vehicles like the 2020 BMW M2 Competition Coupe in Sunset Orange Metallic or the 2020 BMW M2 Competition Coupe in Long Beach Blue Metallic. Schedule a service online or contact us with any other questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to seeing you at our BMW dealership located at 599 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY!

BMW USA News shares with us Android Auto comes to BMW. The BMW Group announced that it is introducing Android Auto into its vehicles starting in mid 2020. Android Auto allows customers to connect their Android smartphones wirelessly with their vehicle. Android Auto is an easier and much safer way for drivers to use their smartphone in BMW vehicles. Users can access music, media and messaging apps through the central Control Display as well as in the Info Display and the Head Up Display. Android Auto in a BMW will be demonstrated live for the first time at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2020 and will be available for customers in 20 countries from July 2020 for all vehicles with BMW Operating System 7.0. Stop by Competition BMW of Smithtown and take a look at our new vehicles and pre-owned vehicles! Test-drive vehicles like the new 2020 BMW 430i xDrive or the new 2020 BMW M2! Schedule a service online or visit us at our BMW dealership located at 599 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY! We look forward to seeing you! Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have.

Last year, BMW won its 44 th Wards 10 Best Engines trophy for its updated B58 3.0L turbocharged inline 6-cylinder in the new X5. BMW’s gasoline turbo-6s, including the B58’s predecessor, had won nine 10 Best trophies since 2007. Wards Auto shares with us Yet Another Spectacular 6-Cyl. Turbo from BMW. This year, BMW won their 10 th 10 Best Engines trophy with their high-output version of the B58. This year, the engine added 47 horsepower and 39 lb ft of torque in the M340i sedan. With almost perfect scores in both horsepower and torque categories, the B58 engine wins a 2020 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems trophy with its 382 horsepower and 369 lb ft of torque. Fuel efficiency and an eagerness to run hard are a few upgrades specific to this version of the B58 engine in the M340i: 25% reduction in turbo impeller mass for quicker response. New twin-scroll turbocharger integrated into steel exhaust manifold for faster response and more power. Previously, exhaust manifold and turbo were two separate items. Lower compression ratio to offset greater turbo boost. New high-precision direct injection operating at 350 bar of pressure (5,076 psi), up from 200 bar (2,900 psi) in previous 340i sedan. New dual-branch exhaust system. New eighth-generation DME 8.6T.1 engine management. Split cooling circuits – low temp for air-to-liquid intercooler and high temp for engine cooling. One-piece timing chain reduces friction compared to previous two-piece timing chain. The redesigned engine has improved cooling and reduction in component weight, internal friction and emissions. Stop by Competition BMW of Smithtown and test-drive the M340i Sedan and see for yourself! Explore other new-vehicles like the 2020 430i or the 2020 840i xDrive. Schedule a service online and be sure to take a look at our service specials and parts specials. Visit our BMW dealership located at 599 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY!

BMWblog shares with us BMW iX3 among the most important EVs in the coming years. Electric vehicles are changing the automotive industry. More and more people are starting to lean towards electric vehicles instead of internal combustion engines. BMW hasn't put out an all-electric vehicle since the i3 in 2014. However, the BMW iX3 EV is believed to change the game completely once it arrives. The BMW iX3 is going to be an all-electric BMW crossover that has a range of around 249 miles. The mid-size BMW X3 crossover is extremely popular to begin with, and when customers see it as an all-electric vehicle they will be extremely attracted to it. Stop by Competition BMW of Smithtown and explore our new vehicles like the 2020 BMW X3 xDrive30i or the 2020 BMW 430i xDrive. Be sure to also check out our pre-owned and certified pre-owned vehicles. Head to our website and take advantage of our parts specials and service specials! Schedule a service online, contact us, or visit us at our BMW dealership located at 599 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY!

With the month of October only a little over a week away, it’s best to plan your weekends ahead of time so you can do all the things you enjoy during the crisp fall weather! Long Island is one of the most exciting places to be during this beautiful season due to the numerous amounts of activities and events happening all across the Island. Fall on Long Island means apple and pumpkin picking, drinking all kinds of cider and pumpkin beers, eating pumpkin flavored foods, Halloween celebrations, and many fall festivals. In order to get the most out of the season before winter hits, we here at Competition BMW of Smithtown have compiled a list of activities and events happening in the Long Island area. Harbes Family Farm Apple Picking Time: Weekends 9Am-6PM Location:  5698 Sound Ave, Riverhead Saturday, September 21 st Long Island Hop Festival Time: 12:30-4:00 PM Location: Jamesport Farm Brewery Saturday, September 21 st & Sunday, September 22 nd Long Island Fair Time: 10-5 PM Location: Old Bethpage Village Restoration Saturday, September 28 th Fall Festival Time: 10-4:30PM Location: Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium Saturday, September 28 th Pour the Core Time: 12:30-5:00 PM Location: Heckscher State Park Saturday, September 28 th Wildwood Fall Festival Time: 11-4 PM Location: Wildwood State Park Friday, October 11 th - Monday, October 14 th Long Island Fall Festival Time: Friday: 5-9 PM, Saturday & Sunday: 11-9 PM, Monday: 11-5 PM Location: Heckscher Park Saturday, October 12 th -Sunday, October 13 th 31 st Annual Farmingdale Fall Street Fair Time: Saturday: 11-5 PM, Sunday: 10-4 PM Location: Main Street, Farmingdale Saturday, October 12 th -Sunday, October 13 th Famous Food Festival Time: 10-7 PM Location: Tanger Outlets Deer Park Saturday, October 19 th Long Island Fall Beer Festival Time: 12-5 PM Location: 875 Conklin Street, Farmingdale Fall weather is beautiful but it can get a bit chilly at times. Although these are only a few of the many events and activities going on this fall on Long Island, we suggest travelling in comfort and style wherever you decide to go this season.  The New 2019 BMW X5 is perfect for this time of year. With front and rear heated seats, a panoramic roof, all-wheel drive and navigation, the 2019 BMW X5 allows you to enjoy the season to the fullest. For those who don’t mind the crisp air, the New 2019 BMW 2 Series M240i xDrive Convertible is another great way to enjoy the warmer weather while it’s still here! Wherever you end up this season, whether it be out east in Montauk or on the South Shore, be sure to stop by Competition BMW of Smithtown located at 599 Middle Country Road Saint James, NY 11780! Whether you are looking for a brand new car or a pre-owned, our amazing team will help you find the car of your dreams! Contact us at (631)-265-2208 to speak with a Sales Consultant or to learn more about our vehicle specials.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is a nonprofit, scientific and educational organization which is dedicated to reducing the losses from motor vehicle crashes, such as deaths, injuries, and property damage. In 1992, IIHS opened its Vehicle Research Center. Located in Central Virginia, this facility is where IIHS performs its crash tests that mold their vehicle ratings. Vehicles are rated for safety based on performance in several tests, and the best performers carry the title of Top Safety Pick+ or Top Safety Pick. IIHS tests have greatly encouraged automakers to produce safer vehicles, which is the overall goal. Continue reading to find out which 2019 BMW models took the title of Top Safety Pick+ or Top Safety Pick! Midsize Luxury Cars Top Safety Pick+ 2019 BMW 3 Series 4-door Sedan (with specific headlights; applies only to 4-door sedans) Large Luxury Cars Top Safety Pick+ 2019 BMW 5 Series 4-door Sedan (with specific headlights) Small SUVs Top Safety Pick 2019 BMW X2 4-door SUV Midsize Luxury SUVs Top Safety Pick+ 2019 BMW X3 4-door SUV (with optional front crash prevention and specific headlights) 2019 BMW X5 4-door SUV (with specific headlights) After reading through the IIHS Top Safety Pick award winners, stop into our Competition BMW of Smithtown dealership at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780, to take a look at our brand new BMW models, some of which have been listed above! Whether you’re looking to purchase a brand new vehicle or a pre-owned vehicle, our remarkable team will happily walk you through the entire process. Contact us at 631-265-2208 to speak with a Sales Consultant or to schedule a test drive today!

Have you heard that BMW will be releasing the first-ever 2-Series Gran Coupe here in the United States? Well, it is true and at Competition BMW of Smithtown, we can not wait to welcome it! Created to get the most out of every journey, the BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe sets a new tone for distinction and athleticism for premium compact vehicles around the world. With its new style and space, the first-ever BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe combines the sportiness and dynamism of a coupe with the spaciousness and utility of a sedan. There are two models, the 228i and the sportier M235i xDrive designed with the U.S. customer in mind. Both models feature front-wheel drive in order to offer more rear storage. The trunk is larger than the current 2 Series Coupe, and more so if drivers fold down the rear seats. BMW has had a lot of success with the Gran Coupe versions of its 4 Series and 6 Series, so we’re very excited that the 2 Series is getting the four-door coupe treatment. More updates will be released soon and the BMW’s 2 Series Gran Coupe is set to make its world premiere at the 2019 LA Auto Show in November. After that, the BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe will go on sale in Spring 2020. For more information, click here and be sure to sign up for updates from BMW on the 2-Series Gran Coupe! 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

As the owner of a BMW, it’s important to maintain the quality of the car to ensure that it continues to have appeal over time. If you take care of leather, you’ll get an extremely comfortable and beautiful seating surface that makes your BMW a cut above other vehicle interiors. A comfortable interior makes traveling more pleasant all the way around, keeps your BMW looking new and vibrant, and gives the interior seating a longer lifespan. At Competition BMW of Smithtown, we want to help you keep your interior clean by listing ways to make it as easy as possible. No matter if you have cloth or leather seats, use these step-by-step instructions to keep your ride comfortable during every trip through Nesconset and beyond! How to Clean Leather Car Seats. To get started, you will need the following products: Leather cleaner, saddle soap, mild leather soap, or 1 part white vinegar/2 parts linseed oil solution Microfiber towels Interior brush (soft-bristled, not a stiff carpet brush) Instructions: Before starting, check your owner’s manual for any specific instructions for your model and product recommendations. Vacuum the seats to remove all particles, being sure to not scratch the leather. Use the smaller attachments or an air compressor to get into the cracks. Spray your leather cleaner on the microfiber towel to wipe the seats clean, removing surface dirt and oils. If you have perforated leather seats, spray onto the brush to apply to the seats, gently scrubbing the surface with the brush. Wipe the seats with a dry microfiber towel. How to Clean Fabric Car Seats. You will need: Cleaning solution spray designed for fabric (but not an all-purpose cleaner) Interior brush (soft or medium-stiff bristles, no stiff carpet brushes) Microfiber towels Instructions: Vacuum the seats to remove all dust, dirt, crumbs, and hair. Use the smaller vacuum attachments to get into the cracks and seams of each seat. (If you have a lot of pet hair in your car, you may need to also wipe down the seat with a lint roller or special pet hair removal tool.) Open the doors or windows for ventilation, and then lightly spray the cleaning solution onto the seats. Avoid oversaturating the fabric to prevent mildew issues. Use the interior brush to gently massage the cleaning solution into the fabric. Wipe suds out of the fabric with the microfiber towel. Be sure to work quickly, because if the fabric dries before you do this, the dirt will be pulled back into the fibers. Continue this process until you are satisfied with the condition of your seats. Vacuum the seats once more to accelerate the drying process. Let the seats finish drying before using the car. (Note that cleaning cloth seats will make them damp, so give yourself enough time to clean before your next drive). Alternatives to Fabric Cleaner. If you don’t have any upholstery cleaner accessible, try using these additional cleaning options: Baking Soda: Mix ¼ cup of baking soda and 1 cup of warm water together, using a toothbrush to scrub out tough stains. After scrubbing, let sit for 30 minutes, then use a clean cloth or towel to blot away the stain. Vinegar: Combine1 cup of vinegar, a few drops of dish soap, and a gallon of hot water. Dab onto the seats and scrub with a brush. Use clean water and a microfiber towel to remove the dirt and suds. Club Soda: Use a spray bottle to apply a light layer of club soda to the fabric, and a soft-bristle brush to scrub out the stains. Be sure to wipe away the dirt as it comes to the surface. Laundry Detergent: Mix detergent with hot water and apply the solution with a spray bottle or sponge. Use cold water on a microfiber cloth to scrub and wipe the dirt away. Maintain Your Vehicle with Competition BMW of Smithtown. The service pros at Competition BMW of Smithtown have a wide variation of service tips and tricks to keep your new car performing at its best for years to come! Whether you have questions about your warning lights or want to learn how to program your key, we’re here to help! Contact us today to schedule your next service appointment. 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

This past weekend, Competition BMW of Smithtown hosted the M Town Tour! We'd like to thank each and every person who joined us for this event. If you didn't get a chance to attend, we'll fill you in! At BMW's M Town Tour, there is no such thing as too much. M Town truly epitomizes the passion that enthusiasts and car lovers have towards high-performance vehicles. BMW M Town Tour featured 5 M Series cars: M340i The M340i's 382 horsepower will truly blow you away with its dual-pipe M sport exhaust. M850i xDrive Convertible Powered by a fine-tuned V8 engine and 523 horsepower, the M850i xDrive Convertible can handle whatever is thrown its way. X3 M Competition The X3 M Competition conveys dominance and performance in one lustrous, brawny package. Step out of your comfort zone, behind the wheel of one of the most dynamic vehicles in the M lineup. M5 Competition The M5 Competition Sedan shows off its attitude and initiative within every asset. From the moment you step into the driver's seat, you'll immediately notice that its lowered chassis improves driving dynamics. You will instantly see the benefits of this vehicle's 617 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque, as well as the 0-60 time of just 3.1 seconds. M2 Competition The M2 Competition's vigorous 3.0-liter M TwinPower Turbo inline 6 delivers 405 horsepower at 5230 rpm with an M specific high-rev character that reaches 7000 rpm. The only way for you to truly understand the power of this vehicle is to drive it yourself. With approximately 70 test drives, our BMW M Town Tour was a huge success! Each person who decided to test drive one of the M Series vehicles received a free BMW M Town waterbottle to show our gratitude. After checking out of the incredible M series models at M Town, stop into our Competition BMW of Smithtown dealership to take a look at some of our other awesome models such as the 2019 BMW M5 Sedan or the 2019 BMW X4. Whether you're searching for something brand new or pre-owned, our proficient team will gladly assist you in finding the car of your dreams! Contact us at 631-265-2208 to speak with a Sales Consultant or to schedule a test drive today!

If you thought that BMW's high-performance M division would just vanish into history due to the rise of electrification in cars and autonomous driving, you are thankfully mistaken! BMW has recently unveiled its Vision M NEXT, which is a 600 hp mid-engine supercar that is meant to show off the bright, new M technology of the future. The Vision M NEXT is powered by a hybrid system which consists of two electric motors, combined with a turbocharged inline-four engine to create a total of 600 hp. The concept can be driven completely in EV mode in either rear- or all-wheel drive, or in hybrid all-wheel drive with the gasoline engine contributing power to the rear axle. BMW has also stated that the M NEXT can do 0-62 in 3 seconds flat and hit a top speed of 186 mph. The Vision M NEXT can also drive up to 62 miles in pure EV mode. If you're a BMW enthusiast, you may have noticed that the BMW Vision M NEXT takes inspiration from the BMW i8 and the iconic BMW M1. They've incorporated a mid-engine profile and swooping gullwing doors, as well as black side skirts, unfinished, to show off the recycled carbon fiber. The BMW Vision M NEXT has an illuminated, laser-etched kidney grille, geometric side air intakes, and integrated headlights, all of which achieve the sporty presence that is desired, with just a few precise lines. The most intriguing aspect of the BMW Vision M NEXT is called the "BOOST Pod", which is an active driver interface that is meant to provide the driver with the most in-depth experience possible. The Interior truly focuses on the driver, with a cut-down steering wheel and a curved, three-screen gauge cluster. The bucket seats are separated by the center console, which includes two cup holders. The BMW Vision M NEXT's Boost Pod envelops the driver in the ultimate interface. The transparent Curved Glass Display, contoured bucket seats, and Full Augmented Reality Head-Up graphics adapt to drive modes for an intuitive, focused driving experience like never before. The electrified sports car of the future, the BMW Vision M NEXT concept represents the progress of innovation while never losing sight of the power and performance of its legendary ancestors. After reading up on the future of BMW, stop into our Competition BMW of Smithtown dealership at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780, to look at some of our brand new models such as the 2019 BMW X7 or the 2019 BMW x3. Whether you're looking for something brand new or pre-owned, our skilled team will gladly assist you in finding the perfect car to suit you and your personal driving habits. Contact us at 631-265-2208 to speak with a Sales Consultant or to schedule a test drive today!

Come join Competition BMW of Smithtown and The Marty Lyons Foundation hosts their 34th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic with, the man of the year, John Nitti! (Vice President of sales and marketing and also The LandTek Group Board Member – MLF). This event will be held on Monday, July 8th at the Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale, NY 11735. Enjoy the beautiful Red and Blue courses while you raise funds to make a child’s wish come true! “Imagine being on top of the world, and in a period of seven days, you are forced to see the frailty, the unfairness, and the wonder of life. I decided to use my name and my God-given talent to make a difference in the lives of terminally-ill children”. -Marty Lyons Within one week in March 1982, Marty Lyons, a defensive lineman for the New York Jets for 12 years, was faced with three life-altering challenges: as a son – the death of his father; as a big brother – the loss of Keith to leukemia; and as a father – the birth of his first son. True to his words, and with the encouragement and support of family and friends, in December of 1982 Marty established a foundation dedicated to granting wishes to children (ages 3 to 17) with a life-threatening or terminal illness. The philosophy behind his mission was that by promoting hope and inspiration in a sick child, they will find the courage and strength to fight their illness. What was perceived as impossible could become possible! For the past 37 years, The Marty Lyons Foundation has granted over 7,600 wishes to their wish children through their original First Wish Program and will consider a second wish to a deserving child through their unique Second Wish Program. They are proud to have 10 Chapters covering 13 states! The schedule for the 34th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic will be as followed below: 11:30 – 1:30 ~ Registration and Brunch 1:30 ~ Shotgun Start 5:30 ~ Cocktails and Dinner Following Dinner – Awards and Raffle Open all day ~ Silent Auction Dress Code: Proper attire is required at all times. (No cargo pants. Spikeless shoes are mandatory. Dinner dress is casual). For more information, you can visit martylyonsfoundation.org or contact Jeanne Ellis at jellis@martylyonsfoundation.org 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

While some try to predict the future, others create it. The BMW Vision M NEXT concept presents a radical glimpse into tomorrow in an electrified BMW M vehicle driven by the imagination. Fully adaptive, connected cockpit. The BMW Vision M NEXT’s Boost Pod envelops the driver in the ultimate interface. The transparent Curved Glass Display, contoured seats, and Full Augmented Reality Head-Up graphics adapt to drive modes for an intuitive, interactive, focused driving experience like never before. Engineering and innovation converge. An electrified sports car of the future, the BMW Vision M NEXT concept presents the progress of innovation while never losing sight of the power and performance of its legendary ancestors. A system output of 600 hp permits a top speed of up to 186 mph and catapults the BMW Vision M NEXT from 0 to 60 mph in less than three seconds. Click here to learn more about the BMW Vision NEXT and other future BMW vehicles! Join us at Competition BMW of Smithtown July 13th for our BMW M Town Tour Event! Register to test drive the M car of your dreams by clicking here! 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