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Life happens. From unpleasant road and weather conditions to children and pets, everyday life can be unpredictable and messy especially when trying to maintain the appearance of your vehicle. Paint and Fabric Protection Program A Paint and Fabric Protection Program offers superior protection for the inside and outside of your vehicle. Take preventative measures to help maintain the “new” look of your vehicle for many years to come. Additional Benefits Rental Car Benefit In the event your vehicle is undergoing repairs covered by The Paint and Fabric Protection program, you are eligible for reimbursement of rental vehicle expenses incurred up to fifty dollars ($50) per day, maximum 7 days for exterior repairs and 5 days for interior repairs. Interior Rip/Puncture Protection We guarantee the treated fabric/leather/vinyl of your vehicle will remain free of weather-induced or ultraviolet-induced weakening of the fabric/leather/vinyl surfaces resulting in fading, cracking, loose stitching, rips or tears less than 3 inches, or punctures less than 1 inch in diameter, and if not, then the damaged area will be repaired free of charge and the surface retreated. Stop by Competition BMW of Smithtown to learn more about the Paint and Fabric Protection Program. Contact our Finance Department or visit our Service Center with any questions or concerns you may have. Schedule a service with us online and be sure to also check out our service and parts specials. We look forward to seeing you at our BMW dealership located at 599 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY!

Dents and dings can accumulate on your vehicle throughout your ownership. These damages can affect the appearance of your vehicle, ultimately lowering the overall value and presentation of your investment. Paint-Less Dent Repair Program (PDR) Having a Paint-Less Dent Repair Program (PDR) can keep your vehicle looking its best throughout the ownership life cycle. Coverage The Paint-Less Dent Repair Program is a metal body repair process that enhances the appearance/removes small dents and dings without damaging the painted surface. Our trained professionals will take care of dents that are up to 4 inches on horizontal or vertical panels. If your vehicle is damaged by hail, we will reimburse you up to $250 to help cover your insurance deductible. How It Works If a dent or ding occurs on your horizontal or vertical panels, first contact your selling dealer to arrange an appointment for repair. The dealer will arrange a professional PDR technician to take care of your vehicle and get your vehicle looking its best as soon as possible. Stop by Competition BMW of Smithtown to learn more about the Paint-Less Dent Repair Program. Contact our Finance Department or visit our Service Center with any questions or concerns you may have. Schedule a service with us online and be sure to also check out our service and parts specials. We look forward to seeing you at our BMW dealership located at 599 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY!

Your tires give you the ability to grip the road, make safe turns, and stop in a safe amount of time. Your safety depends a whole lot on the condition of your tires and it is crucial to make sure your tires are prepared to handle the weather this upcoming winter season. Difference Between All-Season and Winter Tires All-season tires are designed for a smooth ride in most conditions. Many do great on bare pavement all year-round and can handle rain and even offer some traction in light snow. However, all-season tires can not handle deep snow, ice, and cold weather. Winter tires are specifically designed to handle cold temperatures, ice, and snow. Winter tires feature flexible tread rubber compounds that grip the road better during cold weather, deeper tread depths and unique tread patterns that provide better traction in the snow, and an increased number of biting edges that provide traction on ice. Visit Bridgestone Tire for more information on winter and all-season tires. When To Switch To Winter Tires? It is recommended to change to winter tires once temperatures consistently drop below 45°F. It is important to take into consideration what time of day you are driving. For example, temperatures will be colder if you drive to work or school early morning or late at night. Tips For Maintaining Your Tires There are a few ways you can maintain your tires. We suggest keeping your tire pressure at the recommended level which can be found in your vehicle's owner manual. Be aware that cooler temperatures will change your tire pressure. Low tire pressure can cause your tires to lose their grip on damp, rainy surfaces. Another helpful tip we recommend is checking your tire's tread wear. When your tire treads are worn, your vehicle is not able to handle weather conditions like rain and snow. Worn tire treads make it difficult for your vehicle to grip the road. Regardless of tread wear, many vehicle manufacturers recommend the average driver to replace their tires after 6-10 years. However, you should check the manufacturer’s recommendations on your specific tires. Although there are many ways to check your tires at home, we highly recommend seeing a professional. Head to our blog for more tire tips. Here at Competition BMW of Smithtown we offer many vehicle services including tire inspections. With a Tire Center located in our dealership, we can help you find the best tires for your BMW model. Stocked with all major brands including Bridgestone, Continental, Dunlop, Pirelli and much more, our highly trained technicians will assist you in finding what you are looking for. The best way to prepare your BMW vehicle for the harsh snowy winter is to utilize our Competition BMW Service Center that is right here in Smithtown, NY! Contact us today to schedule an appointment and take advantage of our service specials and parts specials! Be sure to also check out our BMW lease specials and test-drive the 2021 BMW 4 Series or the 2021 BMW X3 xDrive! We look forward to seeing you at our Competition BMW dealership located at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, NY!

Stop by our Competition BMW of Smithtown Service Center on November 29 th, 2019 for Black Friday and receive a complimentary multi-point inspection! While you wait, we can shuttle you to and from the Smith Haven Mall! No need to look for parking in a hectic parking lot, get all your holiday shopping done while your car gets serviced!! What is a multi-point inspection? At our Service Center, our highly trained staff will check your vehicle to determine if there’s anything that should be done to keep it performing well and to improve its longevity. This includes checking fluids including oil, transmission, brake, and even wiper fluids, belts & hoses, tires, shocks/struts. Smith Haven Mall is located in Lake Grove, New York and serves as the main mall for the “Mid Island” area of Long Island. For those of you who live in Smithtown, Kings Park, Port Jefferson, and Hauppauge, the Smith Haven Mall is the place to be to get your holiday shopping done. With 148 shops and restaurants, including Apple, Macy’s, Forever 21, Sear’s, Sephora and much more, you’ll be sure to find great deals and get the most out of your Black Friday shopping. Be sure to check out our service specials here at Competition BMW of Smithtown and see how you can save! Come in November 29th, 2019 on Black Friday to get your car serviced and receive a complimentary shopping bag! Contact us or schedule a service online! We look forward to seeing you at our BMW dealership located at 599 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY!

Poor visibility of the road is one of the most common causes of car accidents. Having good quality wipers is crucial to your overall safety when driving. Whether or not you live in an area that experiences a lot of rain or snow, it is important to maintain your wipers throughout the year. Your vehicles wipers will get worn out over time, even if you don’t use them that often. It is recommended to change your windshield wiper blades every six months. Here at of Competition BMW of Smithtown, we compiled a small list of helpful windshield wiper blade tips. Inspect Them at Home Inspect your wiper blades to see if any pieces of the rubber is chipped or broken. You can do this by lifting each windshield wiper arm off the glass and running your finger along the rubber edge. If your blades seem to be in good condition but aren’t cleaning properly, you can clean them by using windshield washer fluid or glass cleaner with a damp rag. Clean off any debris that is on the rubber and the area of the windshield where the wiper blades sit. Replace Your Wipers Be sure to always replace your wipers blades as a pair. If one blade is worn out, the other blade will soon be worn out too. You do not want to wear one blade out quicker than usual by making it do more work than the other. Buying New Windshield Wiper Blades Remember that all windshields are built differently. When buying new wipers, you should know the year, make, and model of your vehicle. You should also measure your existing blades to make sure you are buying the right size. Here at Competition BMW of Smithtown, we recommend seeing a professional. With a Parts Center located in our dealership that is stocked with the best quality BMW parts, we will help you find the best fit windshield wiper blade. Whether you need an oil change for your BMW X5 xDrive40i or a tire alignment for your BMW X7 xDrive40i, our highly trained team will gladly help. Schedule a service online or contact us today! We look forward to seeing you at our BMW dealership located at 599 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY!

Your car’s coolant/antifreeze is the most important fluid underneath the hood of your vehicle. Serious damage can be done to your vehicle if your coolant/antifreeze is running low. What does coolant/antifreeze do? Coolant/antifreeze circulates throughout the engine, maintaining the temperature of the engine to prevent it from overheating. Depending on the model and year of your car, you may experience an automatic engine cut-off if it is running low. However, if your car is not equipped with this feature, you may damage or even destroy certain parts of your vehicle. Warning signs of low or no coolant/antifreeze: Dashboard warning light: When coolant/antifreeze is low, your vehicle may notify you on its dashboard. However, not all cars are equipped with this feature. Rising temperature gauge: A rising temperature gauge may be due to an increase in your engine’s temperature. Automatic engine cut-off: Most modern cars are equipped with an automatic engine cut-off feature. When coolant is low, your engine will start to heat up. The feature will automatically shut off to prevent damaging the engine. Once your engine cools down, you will be able to drive your car again. Poor fuel economy: If you notice your car is burning through gas a lot quicker than usual, this may be due to a lack of coolant/antifreeze. At the right temperature, your car engine will burn fuel efficiently. When the temperature of your engine changes, it does not burn fuel efficiently. Internal heating system not working properly: If your heater is blowing constant hot air or not working at all, a larger problem may reside underneath your vehicle’s hood due to a lack of coolant/antifreeze. Distinct sweet smell: Coolant/antifreeze has a very unique sweet smell. If your vehicle’s coolant/antifreeze leaks, you may notice a sweet smell arise in your vehicle’s cabin. If you are unsure about the status of your vehicle’s coolant/antifreeze, bring your car in for a service at Competition BMW of Smithtown! Our highly trained team at our Service Center will gladly help you and provide you with the service you need to ensure you that your car is ready for the winter season. Whether it be a tire replacement, oil change, or even just an inspection, our team is here to help. Be sure to check out our service specials and parts specials! Contact us or visit us today at Competition BMW of Smithtown located at 599 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY! We look forward to seeing you!

October is Fall Car Care Month. With winter right around the corner, it is important to make sure your vehicle is in its best working condition. Cold weather conditions mean your car battery must work harder to turn on your engine. Continue reading for more information on how to prepare your vehicle for the upcoming weather conditions. As the weather starts to get colder, many older car batteries tend to lose their charge. Whether you’re doing some early holiday shopping at Smith Haven Mall or commuting to Suffolk Community College for school or work, getting stuck in the cold with a dead battery is the last thing you would want to happen. The National Automotive Parts Association shared with us some helpful cold weather car battery tips and tricks. Our team here at Competition BMW of Smithtown compiled a small list of ways to help avoid getting stuck in the cold this winter: Turn Each Power Load Off – When you start your car, energy from the battery supplies ignition to start the motor. Power will be sent to other systems that were left on when you last shut off your car. Make sure your vehicle’s headlamps, wiper blades, audio system, climate control, and heated seats are turned off before turning off your car. This will help avoid overwhelming your battery the next time you turn on your car on a cold day. Park Your Car in a Garage – If possible, park your car in a garage. A garage protects your vehicle from energy-sapping winds. Leaving your vehicle in an enclosed structure that is heated or not, will allow your vehicle to start even on the coldest winter days. Clean the Car Battery – Your battery may be at full capacity however if corrosion is present it is likely that it may not be able to start your car. There are many tips on how to clean your vehicle’s battery at home but we highly recommend seeing a professional for this service. Although there are many ways to check and maintain your battery, we highly recommend seeing a professional. Stop by our Service Center or schedule a service online, our service team is ready to help you with whatever service or maintenance you need! If you need new tires for your BMW X3, our team can help you find the tires you are looking for. Browse through our online Tire Center to see the many different tires we offer. With a Parts Center stocked with the best quality parts, our team will help you find the parts you are looking for. Be sure to check out our service specials and parts specials to see how you can save! Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to assisting you at our BMW dealership located at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, NY!

Most car owners tend to pay the least amount of attention to their cars headlights and taillights. However, your cars lights are extremely important when it comes to your overall safety. Your lights allow you to see the road during the night and in low light conditions. Not only do they allow you to see the road, they allow others to see you on the road! Maintaining your cars lights is extremely crucial during the winter time considering it gets dark earlier this time of the year. Here at Competition BMW of Smithtown, we compiled a small list of tips on how to maintain your cars lights. Dust and debris can layer on top of the cover of your headlights, taillights, and brake lights. Getting your car washed can help solve this problem. The interior of your lights covers should be cleaned as well. You can look at your vehicles owner’s manual for instructions on how to remove the bulb covers, or you can see a professional and have them do it for you. When you change any of your lights, it is important to understand that even if one light needs to be replaced, you should replace both. You do not want to be driving with one light significantly dimmer than the other. You should see a professional if you feel your lights are not as bright as they should be. Waiting too long can result in one or all of your bulbs going out. And what’s worse than driving in the dark with dim lights? Driving with no lights at all! It’s best to get your lights checked by a professional as soon as possible to avoid this from happening. Here at Competition BMW of Smithtown, we highly recommend scheduling a service with a professional to take care of your car. Stocked with the best quality BMW parts, we ensure you that your BMW vehicle will receive the best possible care. We are here to help make driving as safe and enjoyable as possible for you. Whether or not you are concerned about your cars lights, our service center offers many other vehicle services. If your 2020 BMW M340i needs a wheel alignment or your 2019 BMW x3 xDrive30i needs an oil change, whatever the issue may be, our team is here to help! Equipped with the latest equipment and tools, our highly trained technicians can help diagnose, solve and repair any issues that may arise on your BMW vehicle. Feel free to contact us or schedule a service online! Visit us today at Competition BMW of Smithtown located at 599 Middle Country Rd, Saint James, NY.

With winter just around the corner, it is time to prepare your vehicle for the upcoming weather conditions. I’m sure we can all agree that driving in harsh snowy weather is the worst. Whether it be commuting to school or work, going to a friends house or even to the supermarket, it is crucial to make sure your visibility of the road and your surroundings is clear and unobstructed. Your windshield wipers play a huge part in your overall safety and must be in their best working condition in order to safely drive your vehicle. How to know when it’s time to replace your windshield wiper blades you ask? Here at Competition BMW of Smithtown we compiled a small, simple list of things to look out for: Your windshield wiper blades are hanging off, cracked, and/or broken Your windshield wipers make a loud squeaky noise. Try cleaning them off; if the noise persists, it is time for new ones A portion of your windshield is not being cleared Another helpful tip is changing your windshield washer fluid. Water will freeze on your windshield during the winter. Your vehicle should be equipped with cold-weather washer fluid that is safe for your vehicle to use. This will help you avoid frozen fluids on your windshield that may obstruct your visibility when driving. Replacing your windshield wiper blades and washer fluid is pretty simple however, here at Competition BMW of Smithtown we suggest seeing a professional. It is recommended to replace your wiper blades every 6 months to a year. Avoiding buying new wiper blades can ultimately damage your windshield; and the worst time to have to deal with a damaged windshield is during the winter. Our highly trained technicians at our Competition BMW Service Center can help you pick out the best wipers for your BMW vehicle. Along with the services listed above, we also offer many other vehicle services. Whether it be a tire inspection or an oil change, our team would love to help! Contact us to make an appointment or even schedule a service online. Be sure to also check out our service specials and parts specials to see how you can save! Visit us at Competition BMW of Smithtown located at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, NY 11780.

As we start to transition from fall to winter, it is crucial to make sure your tires are in good condition. Your tires give you the ability to grip the road, make safe turns, and stop in a safe amount of time. Your safety depends a whole lot on the condition of your tires. There are a few ways you can maintain your tires. We suggest keeping your tire pressure at the recommended level which can be found in your vehicles owner’s manual. Be aware that cooler temperatures will change your tire pressure. Low tire pressure can cause your tires to lose their grip on damp, rainy surfaces. Another helpful tip we recommend is checking your tires tread wear. When your tire treads are worn, your vehicle is not able to handle weather conditions like rain and snow. Worn tire treads make it difficult for your vehicle to grip the road. Regardless of tread wear, many vehicle manufacturers recommend the average driver to replace their tires after 6-10 years. However, you should check the manufacturer’s recommendations on your specific tires. Although there are many ways to check your tires at home, we highly recommend seeing a professional. Here at Competition BMW of Smithtown we offer many vehicle services including tire inspections. With a Tire Center located in our dealership, we can help you find the best tires for your BMW model. Stocked with all major brands including Bridgestone, Continental, Dunlop, Pirelli and much more, our highly trained technicians will assist you in finding what you are looking for. A handful of the tires we offer at our dealership now have complimentary Road Hazard Tire Coverage for the first year of ownership, all at no additional charge! The best way to prepare your BMW vehicle for the harsh snowy winter is to utilize our Competition BMW Service Center that is right here in Smithtown, NY! Contact us today to schedule an appointment and take advantage of our service specials and parts specials! Be sure to also check out our BMW Fall Service Event. We look forward to seeing you at our Competition BMW dealership located at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, NY, 11780.

Fall Car Care Month is officially here. With winter just around the corner, it is important to make sure your vehicle is in its best working condition. Here at Competition BMW of Smithtown, we highly recommend getting a head start on preparing your vehicle for the upcoming weather conditions. Our highly-trained team can help diagnose, solve, and repair any issues that arise on your BMW model. Stocked with the highest quality BMW parts, we will gladly help prepare your vehicle. Having the right parts and getting the best care for your vehicle is crucial to its overall performance. Check out our tire center and choose from a variety of tires including Bridgestone, Dunlop, Continental, Pirelli and more! Some of the many services we provide that should be done for the upcoming season are listed below: Fluid Inspections – this includes engine oil, power steering, brake and transmission, windshield washer solvent and antifreeze/coolant Brake Inspections—making sure brake linings, rotors and drums are in good condition Tire Inspections – checking tire pressure and tread, wheel alignment, bulges and bald spots Battery Inspection—making sure the connection is clean, tight and corrosion-free Engine Inspection—making sure it is delivering the best balance of power and fuel economy Wipers and Lighting Inspection – ensuring you can see clearly and be seen clearly when driving Exhaust Inspection—making sure there are no leaks or damages The best way to prepare your BMW vehicle for the harsh snowy winter is to utilize our Competition BMW Service Center that is right here in Smithtown, NY! Contact us today to schedule an appointment and take advantage of our service specials and parts specials! Make sure to check out large inventory of new and preowned vehicles. We look forward to seeing you at our Competition BMW dealership at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, NY, 11780.

At Competition BMW of Smithtown, we only provide the best for our clients. We know how important it is to service your BMW vehicle and that is why we are offering special savings this summer! Now through July 15th, take advantage of BMW Summer Service discounts here at Competition BMW of Smithtown! This campaign will include the following three discounts stackable in any combination: o $25 off oil service (BMW Group oil product only) o $50 off brake service (pads only, BMW Group parts only) o $25 off purchase of Microfilter + Air filter (BMW Group parts only. Discount only available on purchase of both items) o Spring Tire rebate, in-market through June 30. Visit bmwusaservice.com/summerservice or call our service department at (888) 874-2022 to schedule an appointment for your BMW! 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. After a beach day at Long Beach, St.James, stop by to test drive the car of your dreams! Call or visit us today for any other questions you may have! 599 Middle Country Rd. Smithtown NY, 11780 (631) 265-2208