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Lease a 328i Sedan for $359/month

It's one thing to create a vehicle. It's quite another thing to create a category. Today, the BMW 328i Sedan continues to define the segment with razor-sharp lines, 230 horses, and a 6-cylinder engine that adds even more power and to its agility.


36-month lease well-equipped at $359*/month.

Plus, receive $750 Lease/Finance Cash towards a new 3 series Sedan.

Offer expires 08/01/2011.

*Lease financing available on 2011 BMW 328i Sedan vehicles, only at participating BMW centers on leases assigned to BMW Financial Services NA, LLC/Financial Services Vehicle Trust through August 01, 2011. Monthly Lease payments of $359.00 for 36 months based on MSRP of $38,125.00. Vehicle may need to be ordered. Total Lease payments are $12,924.00. Excludes tax, title, license and registration fees. Program available to qualified customers and not everyone will qualify. Subject to credit approval. See participating dealer for details. Dealer contribution may affect terms. Lessee must cover insurance and all items not covered under the BMW Maintenance Program. At lease end, lessee will be liable for disposition fee ($350.00), any excess wear and use as set forth in the lease agreement and excess mileage charges of $0.20 per mile for miles driven in excess of 30,000 miles. Purchase option at lease end for $24,781.00 excludes taxes. Lessee acquires no ownership interest unless purchase option is exercised. See participating BMW centers for details and vehicle availability. For more information call 1-800-334-4269. Special lease rates and pricing may not be reflected throughout www.bmwusa.com. All figures presented are estimates only. Actual selling price may vary. Please see your BMW center for details. Ultimate Service covers all factory recommended maintenance on all new vehicles, as determined by the Service Level Indicator, for 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. Exclusions from coverage: gasoline, gasoline additives, windshield washer additives, tires, wheels, wheel alignment, tire balancing and rotation. All work must be performed by an authorized BMW center. See the Service and Warranty information booklet for more details and specific terms, conditions and limitations. ©2011 BMW of North America, LLC. The BMW name, model names and logo are registered trademarks.

The all new BMW X3 on display today 11/16/10 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Employee Spotlight: Stan Zangel

Century BMW's New Service Manager

Century BMW is excited to welcome back Stan Zangel as our service manager! With over 28 years experience as a service manager and over 35 years experience working with BMW, Zangel brings his knowledge and passion for the industry to his position. “My main focus is on taking care of our customers, to meet and exceed all of their expectations,” Zangel said. But what’s kept him pursuing a career with BMW has been its ever-changing and advancing technology. “It changes every year and you have to stay focused,” Zangel said. As he brings his drive for staying on top of changing times to the service department, Zangel plans to increase the efficiency of the BMW shop, ensuring that clients get in and out in a timely manner. For Zangle, it’s all about providing the “total BMW experience.” “We’re here to take care of our customers, from sales to service,” he said. So bring in your vehicle to receive the best in customer care and welcome Stan Zangel to our dedicated team of employees! Article written by Andrea Wilhelm for Century BMW.Stan Zangel, Century BMW Service Manager

BMW Leads All Automakers as Most Sustainable Car Company

German brand enjoys its sixth year of dominating the Dow Jones Sustainability Index.
“Sustainability” has become a buzzword throughout the auto industry, but unlike some other major brands, BMW has been incorporating this important ecological concept into its global operations for quite a long time. In fact, BMW’s commitment to sustainable practices has been recognized time and again by major environmental groups and industry organizations alike with the most recent praise coming from the Sustainable Asset Management (SAM) Group.

SAM is an investment group dedicated to analyzing companies from a unique perspective – that is, to chart not just their financial progress, but also their commitment to sustainable business practices. These two crucial aspects of corporate responsibility, along with several others, are evaluated and ranked by the SAM Group in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes (DJSI), which track 57 industry sectors.

For those familiar with BMW’s dedication to sustainability, the revelation that the BMW Group once again topped the automotive industry with its DJSI performance should come as no surprise. Equally impressive is BMW’s track record when it comes to its Sustainability Index standings: The company has maintained a listing every year since the initiative began in 1999. What’s more, for the past six years, BMW has also enjoyed Supersector leader status on the DJSI, meaning the automaker reigns supreme as the most sustainable automotive company on the planet.

For Dr. Norbert Reithofer, BMW AG’s Board of Management chairman, SAM Group recognition of the company’s sustainability programs is yet another confirmation of BMW’s corporate leadership. “This independent ranking confirms once again that the BMW Group plays a leading role in the automotive industry of the future,” he said, when asked about the significance of achieving the position of Supersector leader for the sixth year running.

Reithofer also linked BMW’s corporate sustainability efforts to its overall philosophy regarding future vehicle design and civic responsibility. “For us, being the world’s most sustainable automobile company means accepting responsibility as a good corporate citizen,” he said. “It motivates us to continue along this path towards our vision of sustainable individual mobility.”

Taking a closer look at the BMW Group’s sustainability campaign, which guides its efforts in the areas measured by the DJSI, reveals a carefully plotted path. BMW’s Efficient Dynamics strategy, which includes the advancement of technologies specifically designed to reduce fuel consumption and vehicle greenhouse gas production, has been gradually marching toward the zero emissions goal. Billions of dollars of investment have dropped the emissions of BMW automobiles by almost one third over the past 13 years, and have developed the first BMW ActiveHybrid vehicles. The next stage for BMW is the electro-mobility concept, which will bring battery-powered automobiles and infrastructure design further to the fore.

Sustainability at BMW also means investigating alternative fuels such as hydrogen and renewable energy, both of which are tied into the idea of low to zero emissions. BMW’s interest in renewable energy extends to its production plants and other facilities where sweeping electricity-saving initiatives, as well as energy production from sources as diverse as landfill-produced methane and solar collectors, have dramatically lowered the company’s carbon footprint. BMW facilities also recycle an incredible 96 percent of the waste associated with automobile production, a figure no other car company can match. Not satisfied with this impressive accomplishment, BMW’s goal is to increase this number to 100 percent in the near future – a figure it has already achieved when it comes to processing its wastewater.

The respect associated with BMW’s Supersector leadership of the DJSI is welcome recognition of the company’s efforts. Furthermore, the philosophy of sustainability at BMW draws its main rewards from the positive impact it has on the lives of those affected by the corporation’s actions, and by the environmental stewardship that goes hand in hand with the concept. By serving as an example to other automakers, BMW hopes to inspire the entire industry to follow in its footsteps.

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Employee Spotlight: Al Smith



At Century, our employees know how to put our customers first. Following the example of Century’s employee relations values, they reflect their valued treatment to our customers. As a BMW salesman, Al Smith has put this into practice by enthusiastically attending to the needs of his clients for the past 23 years at Century BMW.

“I’ve been in love with cars since I was a kid,” Smith said as he recounted his first years in the industry. His grandfather, Albert Lee Smith, Jr., was a race-car driver and his grandson naturally tagged along to the track. But in 1979, Smith began his career as a loan officer at a bank in TN. Through his business endeavors, he found himself working with car dealers and rekindling his love of cars. After seven years at the bank, he decided to pursue his passion by beginning his career at Century Automotive in 1986. Three months after starting as a finance manager, Smith said, “I asked if I could start selling cars. I was ready for a change. I love dealing with people.”

Century BMW customers have returned year after year to have Smith help them them with their BMW needs. “I have people who are not only still buying their cars here, but who are buying their childrens’ cars.” His enthusiasm for interacting with clients stems from his seemingly simple philosophy, “I treat them how I would want to be treated. It just comes naturally.” That philosophy has backed his successful career and allowed him to reaffirm his passion for the industry. “When people come back to see you year after year, car after car, it makes you feel like you’ve done something right.”

Smith’s outgoing personality is not the only thing that has helped him to maintain his following. He knows what people are really looking for when they step onto the showroom floor. And it’s not just a shiny new BMW. “People want someone that will listen to and address their needs. We’ve got a great product that will sell itself, but we have to be there to address their needs and know how to ask the right questions. They appreciate that.”As Smith continues his career in BMW sales, he continues to find his satisfaction in establishing strong customer relations. “When someone comes to you and tells you that you’re doing a good job and refers others to you, it makes you feel good,” Smith said. “That’s what it’s all about.”

Article written by Andrea Wilhelm for Century BMW.

BMW Fluids

Ask a Century Service Advisor
BMW Fluids


Just like with life, what goes into your BMW is essential in maximizing its performance. From the type of gasoline to the type of oil and other fluids, BMW provides recommendations and products to ensure a smooth drive. Check out the following tips to make sure you know the type of fluids your car requires.

Gasoline: Your BMW requires premium fuel from any fuel station that provides an extra additive in its fuel. Chevron fuel contains Techron, Shell fuel contains V-Power, and BP contains Invigorate. For more Top Tier options, go to www.toptiergas.com.

Oil: BMWs from 1997 and later require Castrol Synthetic oil with a weight of 5W30. For the M-series and diesel vehicles, please call our parts department to determine the type of oil required.

Coolant: Century BMW’s parts department maintains a stock of coolant for all your needs.

Windshield Washer Fluid: BMW highly recommends using the BMW brand windshield washer fluid as other brands may clog the filter for the washer system. Call or visit our parts department to pick up a bottle.

If you have any other questions or concerns, as always, please do not hesitate to call our BMW service department at 256-532-4570 ext. 511 or parts department at ext. 514 for us to provide you with the proper information.

About Our Service Advisors
Our advisors have a combined experience of 30 years in servicing BMWs and 60 years in the automotive industry. They are dedicated to diagnosing your BMW's issues from routine service checks to complex internal repairs. Their goals are to get your issues resolved the first time and to do what it takes to keep your BMW running well.

Article written by Andrea Wilhelm for Century BMW.