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BMW really does live up to their motto that they produce the ultimate driving machine. Some may say that BMW peaked in the 1990s when the following classic cars were released: E26 M1 The M1 is considered the greatest BMW ever made by many BMW lovers. Click here to learn more about the comeback this icon is making this July! E24 M6 Designed to go fast, the E24 M6 was quick back in the day and still fairly quick today. This sharknose M6 still turns heads 30 years later! E28 M5 BMW designed a more comfortable vehicle by creating the 4-door sedan while still keeping it sporty with the M5. E38 750i This 7 series design was timeless and if you wanted serious luxury back in the day, this was the vehicle for you. E52 Z8 The BMW Z8 is also one of the few cars in the past 20 years that's appreciated significantly. Some being sold today are over $200K! The history of classic BMWs is quite fascinating. Click here to learn more from RoadandTrack about these BMW supercars and see which others are on the list! 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.

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.

At Competition BMW, we have just gotten in a beautiful M850xi in Carbon Black Metallic with Fiona Red/Black Extended Merin! This stunning M850 is a fully loaded convertible equipped with Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System, Surround-view with a 3D view, rear view camera, wireless charging, and so much more! Call us today at (631) 265-2208 for more information and to schedule a test drive today or visit us at 599 Middle Country Rd. Smithtown NY, 11780. Located just 1.6 miles away from the Smith Haven Mall!

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!

Competition BMW is very excited to announce that BMW has confirmed that a debut of the 2 series 4-door Gran Coupe will be released this coming fall at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The BMW 2 Series is currently offered as a coupe, convertible, and an M2 competition coupe. Automobile Mag stated that they can’t tell much from the photos they released, but it looks like it sports a different set of taillights than those on the current 2 Series coupe and convertible. A small spoiler is fitted to the trunk lid. Engine options haven’t been confirmed, but expect the U.S. model to use a 2.0-liter turbo-four as standard equipment. Click here to learn more about this exciting news! 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

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

All across Long Island, throughout Nassau County and Suffolk County, there are places that many Long Islanders have yet to explore. Here is a list of gems across the Island, that you definitely won’t regret visiting! Lakeland County Park – 631-853-2727(seasonal)/631-854-4949(administration) In Islandia, there is a wooded refuge, offering a winding maze of handicapped accessible trails to explore. Signs will show you the way to isolated benches that overlook a beautiful pond. Johnson Ave, Islandia, NY 11749 Southards Pond in Babylon Southards Pond is 19 acres of pure paradise, just south of Sunrise Highway. Here, you can enjoy fishing and walking or jogging along long trails and footbridges. Babylon, New York 11702 Massapequa Preserve Right along a stream, surrounded by trees and gardens, lies a 432-acre wonderland hidden within the heart of Massapequa. Massapequa Preserve, Oyster Bay, NY Garvies Point Museum Preserve – 516-571-8010 The Garvies Point Preserve consists of 62 acres of masses of glacial rock and sediment, covered by forests and meadows. There are about 5 miles of marked trails for the visually impaired, and tons more wooded areas with a wide variety of plant life, attracting more than 140 species of birds. 50 Barry Dr, Glen Cove, NY 11542 LongHouse Reserve – 361-329-3568 A 16-acre reserve and sculpture garden located in East Hampton, open to the public for a nominal fee, which also features pieces from Buckminster Fuller, Yoko Ono, and Willem de Kooning to name just a few. 133 Handscreek Rd, East Hampton, New York 11937 Vanderbilt Planetarium – 631-854-5555 A mansion and a museum, set on 43 acres, including the planetarium, the Gold Coast Mansion, and amazing museum exhibits. 180 Little Neck Rd, Centerport, NY 11721 Nassau County Museum of Art – 516-484-9338 This 145-acre property showing off art exhibits throughout a sculpture park, and beautiful walking trails and gardens Admission $12 adults, $8 seniors (62+), $4 children(4-12), Free under 4, $4 students(with valid ID), members free at all times. 1 Museum Dr, Roslyn Harbor, New York 11576 Parrish Art Museum – 631-283-7006 Here, at the Parrish Art Museum in Water Mill, New York, there are 15 temporary exhibitions on display each year. The Parrish Art Museum produces over 100 public programs-films, music, etc.- and offers a year-round schedule of classes and workshops. 279 Montauk Highway, Water Mill, New York 11976 Whether you are in Port Jefferson visiting Danford’s Hotel & Marina, or you’re roaming the Stony Brook Grist Mill in Stony Brook, stop into our Competition BMW of Smithtown showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd. St James, New York 11780 to see a model in person or contact us at 631-265-2208 to speak with a Sales Consultant!

It has officially been confirmed that BMW of North America will not be attending the 2019 New York International Auto Show later this month, but that does not mean you have to miss out on seeing some of the incredible models that were supposed to be in attendance. If you still would like to see some breath-taking BMWs, make your way down to Competition BMW of Smithtown, where we have tons of beautiful models that will make you feel just as if you’re at the New York International Auto Show! We have countless different models ranging from the BMW i8 to the BMW x7. Come visit us to see some of the models such as these, instead of missing out! 2019 BMW i8 Roadster with Navigation & AWD Exterior: Sophisto Grey w/Frozen Grey Interior: Amido Black Full Leather 2019 BMW 2 Series M240i xDrive Convertible with Navigation & AWD Exterior: Mineral White Metallic Interior: Cognac leather with Dark Brown highlight 2019 BMW i3 120 Ah Exterior: Capparis White/ BMW Frozen Black Interior: Deka dark cloth 2019 BMW M5 Sedan with Navigation & AWD Exterior: Fluid Black non-metallic Interior: Tera Dark Truffle Vernasca Lea 2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i Sports Activity vehicle AWD Exterior: Phytonic Blue Metallic Interior: Black SensaTec 2019 BMW X7 xDrive50i Sports Activity Vehicle with Navigation and AWD Exterior: Arctic Grey Metallic Interior: Cognac Vernasca Leather Here at Competition BMW of Smithtown, we have these models shown above, and a multitude of others! Stop into our showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd. St James NY, 11780 to see what vehicles pique your interest or call (631) 265-2208 to speak with a Sales Consultant today!

When you're behind the wheel of your BMW, it's easy to lose track of the miles, but there's no need to cut the experience short, even if you've already exceeded your mileage limit. The BMW Financial Services Mileage Adjustment Program helps you avoid end-of-term excess-mileage charges, so you can just keep on enjoying the ride. How it works If your account is current and you're in good financial standing, you can purchase additional miles at a discounted rate. You can do so at any point up until one day prior to your scheduled lease maturity date or the day you're turning in your vehicle if you're planning to do so before the maturity date arrives. We understand that your driving habits may change, so we allow you the flexibility to purchase additional miles more than once during the term of your contract. If you are more than 120 days away from the end of your lease, the cost of additional miles can be paid in full or in smaller portions with your remaining monthly lease payments, either online or with a Customer Service Representative. Within 120 days of your scheduled maturity date, mileage may be purchased in a lump-sum payment. Mileage purchases are subject to sales tax and are non-refundable. If the first additional mileage purchase is applied in small increments, payment for any other requests for additional miles must be made in a lump-sum payment. If you did not have the opportunity to use all of the mileage you purchased, we will apply a credit to any outstanding balance with BMW Financial Services, including, but not exceeding, excess wear and use charges. Redeem your BMW Reward Points for Additional Lease Miles. If you have a BMW Card, BMW Signature Card or BMW Ultimate Card, your BMW Reward Points can be redeemed for the purchase of Additional Lease Miles for your BMW Financial Services lease account. These Additional Lease Miles come in the form of an electronic credit to your BMW Financial Services lease account within 3-5 business days following redemption. To purchase additional miles, call Competition BMW Financial Services at 800-578-5000, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time, or log on to your My BMW account ( www.bmwusa.com/mybmw) at any time. 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

The new BMW X3 M has been announced and below you will find out all it’s latest details! The new BMW X3 M is equipped with a sport-tuned engine, 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission, M xDrive, Adaptive M Suspension, and M Steering Wheel. The inline 6-cylinder bi-turbo engine, with TwinPower Turbo technology, delivers 473 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque. This is enough power to run from 0-60 mph in 4.1 seconds, with a top speed of 174 mph. The X3 M Competition increases engine output to a mind-boggling 503 horsepower and boots the top speed to 177 mph. This package also includes 21 inch M V-Spoke Orbit Grey Wheels with iconic blue M Sport Brakes, M Sport seats, M Sport exhaust system, and Extended Shadowline Trim. The BMW X3 M’s athletic proportions and motorsport elements show the performance potential of this vehicle at first sight. The BMW X3 M  includes exclusive M designed technology throughout. Monitor precise readouts from the M Dynamic Digital Instrument Cluster, including 4WD, transmission and customizable drive settings. Take control with the customizable red M1 and M2 drive mode buttons on the standard M Sport Steering Wheel and see further with the bold design of the Standard Adaptive Full LED Headlights. Specs: Liters/Type: 3.0 Liter M performance TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder Displacement: 3.0 L Horsepower: 473 horsepower at 5600 RPM Torque: 442 lb-ft at 2600 RPM Wheelbase:112.8 in. Fuel Consumption: Automatic combined: 23 mpg Automatic city/highway: 20/27 mpg Fuel tank capacity: 17.2 gallons Exterior Dimensions: Length/Width/Height: 186.2 in./74.7 in./65.6 in. Interior Dimensions: Headroom, Front/Rear: 41.1 in./39.1 in. Legroom, Front/Rear: 40.4 in./ 36.4 in. Shoulder room, Front/Rear: 57.6 in./ 56.0 in. Cargo capacity: 28.7 ft 3 with the seats folded 62.7 ft 3 with the seats folded Call Competition BMW of Smithtown at (631) 265-2208 for more info or visit our showroom located at 599 Middle Country Rd. Smithtown, NY 11780. We are just 1.6 miles West of the Smith Haven Mall! Click here for directions.

Why April? In April, as winter comes to an end, it is time to get your car ready for spring driving and summer road trips! National Car Care Month reminds you to take care of any issues that may have occurred or been ignored during winter. Spring driving brings its own hazard such as slick, wet roads. It is important to make sure your tires, brakes and windshield wiper are ready for the rain. National Car Care Month in April is the time of year to give your car some extra attention. Basic maintenance can go a long way toward improving the safety and dependability of your vehicle, plus it helps avoid costly repairs down the road. “Neglected vehicle care almost always means much higher costs down the line in the form of more extensive repairs or lost resale value,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “Chances are if you own a car, it needs some work. National Car Care Month in April is the perfect time to focus on your vehicle’s maintenance needs.” Competition BMW’s Service Department is here for all your Spring service needs! Call us at (888) 874-2022. The Car Care Council recommends 10 basic maintenance procedures to keep your car operating at its best: Check the oil, filters, and fluids. Oil should be checked at every fill-up and changed per the owner’s manual recommended intervals. Brake, transmission, power steering, coolant and windshield washer fluids should also be checked regularly. Your car’s filters, including those for the transmission, fuel system and interior ventilation, need regular inspection and replacement. Inspect hoses at each oil change and have them replaced when leaking, brittle, cracked, rusted, swollen or restricted. Check V-belts and serpentine belts for looseness and condition, and have them replaced when cracked, frayed, glazed or showing signs of excessive wear. Check the engine brake system every year and have the brake linings, rotors and drums inspected at each oil change. Check that the battery connection is clean, tight and corrosion-free. The battery should be securely mounted. If it is three years old or more, the battery should be tested and replaced if necessary. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks, damage and broken supports or hangers if there is an unusual noise. Exhaust leaks can be dangerous and must be corrected without delay. Schedule a tune-up that will help the engine deliver the best balance of power and fuel economy and produce the lowest level of emissions. Check the car’s heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system as proper heating and cooling performance is critical for interior comfort and for safety reasons, such as defrosting. Inspect the steering and suspension system annually, including shock absorbers and struts, and chassis parts, such as ball joints, tie rod ends and other related components. Check the pressure of all tires, including the spare, at least once a month. Check the tread for uneven or irregular wear and cuts and bruises along the sidewalls. Have your car’s alignment checked at least annually to reduce tire wear and improve fuel economy and handling. Test exterior and interior lights and have bulbs that are not working checked immediately. Replace windshield wiper blades every six months or when cracked, cut, torn, streaking or chattering for optimum wiping performance and safety. Click here to view our Competiton BMW of Smithtown Service Specials for the month of April! Visit us at Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown 599 Middle Country Rd. St James NY 11780 or call us at (888) 874-2022, click here to schedule your next service appointment.

Recently, J.D. Power announced their J.D. Power awards and BMW was fortunate enough to earn 5 awards, 3 in Quality and 2 in Performance. J.D. Power Quality Award Highest Quality Small Vehicles Small premium SUV 2018 BMW X1 Highest Quality Compact Vehicles Compact Premium Car 2018 BMW 4 Series Highest Quality Midsize Vehicles Midsize Premium SUV 2018 BMW X6 J.D. Power Performance Highest Performance Small Vehicles Small Premium SUV 2018 BMW X1 Highest Performing Compact Vehicles Compact Premium SUV 2018 BMW X3 If you're visiting Harborfront Park in Port Jefferson or walking through Caleb Smith State Park in Smithtown, visit our Competition BMW showroom at 599 Middle Country Rd. St James, NY 11780, to see a model in person or call us at (631) 265-2208 to speak with a Sales Consultant!