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When it comes to buying a BMW, you know that looks and customization are important for the individual driver. When the 2014 BMW 2 Series - including both the 228i and the M235i - was introduced earlier this week at the Detroit Auto Show, we had to check out the manufacturer's online configurator.

At the base level, the 228i has 240-horsepower four-cylinder engine and is being marketed as being a pleasurable drive with a slick design…

While BMW's prowess on the road remains unrivaled as far as our Doylestown, PA staff is concerned, the brand has been known to dabble in the arts as well. That's not to say that you'll find a BMW M5 sitting alongside a Renoir or a van Gogh at Musée d'Orsay, but you've seen the vehicle; it wouldn't be entirely out of place next to a modern piece...

The annual Motor Trend's Car of the Year award is something to look forward to each year. This year, two of our new BMW models were in the running for the top honors. The BMW 4 Series and the BMW 5 Series were among the finalists accompanied by some tough competition.

The new BMW 4 Series offers two models; the 428i and 435i. Both models offer four- and six-cylinder options. For drivers seeking more…

The highly anticipated BMW 2 Series has been a topic among us at Thompson BMW for months. Now, the moment we have been waiting for has arrived: the BMW 2 Series models have debuted, and we have specifications to share with you.

Like the rest of the new BMW models available in our Doylestown, PA showroom, you can expect models packed with performance and technology. The BMW 2 Series coupes are compact luxury models, which…

Connectivity in new BMW models is quite advanced. Drivers can be connected to popular features like Pandora, Facebook, and Yelp right from their vehicle with BMW ConnectedDrive. This advanced technology also provides drivers the option to continue their connectivity outside their vehicle by using their smartphone.

The Bavarian automaker recently showed one perk to having remote access of your BMW vehicle through a smartphone. Let us set the scene for you:

A young man walks…

The current lineup of new BMW models is very versatile, appealing to a wide variety of people. But, our favorite innovative automaker, BMW, is always looking for ways to expand its reach and attract new drivers to the brand. To help this goal, BMW has developed a plan to place the BMW 1 Series on a new platform.

For the 2017 model year, there will be a new front-wheel drive option available on the BMW…

Here on the Thompson BMW blog we share a variety of BMW automotive news. Sometimes, the news is about the latest technology, safety features, or new BMW models. Today, we're going to share some information about a possible expansion of manufacturing operations in our neighboring country: Mexico.

If you're a car-buff, you may be aware that there are several automakers who have production facilities in Mexico. Our favorite Bavarian auto maker may join…

The BMW X5 SAV is a wildly popular new BMW model here in Doylestown, PA and beyond. It combines the perfect amount of power, efficiency, style and the quintessential 'ultimate driving machine' qualities associated with the entire new BMW range.

And, while we at Thompson BMW have zero complaints about the present offerings within the BMW X5 lineup, especially now that there is a 2WD version and diesel variant, we are still incredibly excited to…

The BMW Group, consisting of BMW and MINI brands, has just released the sales numbers for the month of July. Thompson BMW is happy to share with you that nationally July was very successful for the BMW Group, selling 29,993 models, making a 10.5 percent increase compared to July 2012.

Year-to-date, BMW Group is displaying an increase of 9.2 percent in sales. A total of 202,780 BMW and MINI models have…

The sporty, dynamic and high-performance M division from BMW, is one wrought with a myriad of special-edition models within the lineup.

And no specific range better exemplifies this than the 3 Series, or its M affiliate, the M3. And, the most recent special-edition M3 known as the Lime Park Edition Coupe, is unlike any other new BMW (special-edition or portfolio) model we've ever seen.

Created to pay homage to the iconic Lime Rock Park…