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LA Lakers Basketball player brings Rolls Royce to Greensboro, NC for Automotive Service

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Kwame James Brown is an American professional basketball player. The 6 ft 11, 290 lb. center was the first overall pick in the 2001 NBA Draft by the Washington Wizards, and was the first number one draft pick to be selected straight out of high school. He has also played for the Los Angeles Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies, Detroit Pistons, Charlotte Bobcats, Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers.

While visiting North Carolina, former NBA All-Star Kwame Brown found himself having vehicle issues with his 2013 Rolls Royce Ghost. Lucky for him, he wasn’t very far from one of the Triad’s most reputable Auto Repair Service Centers. Eurobahn BMW MINI Mercedes-Benz Audi Greensboro, NC has been devoted to customer satisfaction and exceeding quality-expectations. Proud to serve the Piedmont Triad, our sales and service center is conveniently located off of I-40 in Greensboro, NC. They specialize in providing service for all luxury, foreign cars such as BMW, Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz, MINI Cooper, Audi, Volkswagen, Jaguar, Porsche, and more. You name it and their team of factory trained technicians can tackle the job.

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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, which is part of the BMW Group, is a global organization that designs and manufactures motor vehicles of the highest quality. It’s a common known fact that the BMW Company manufactures Rolls Royce vehicles, so Eurobahn welcomed the car with open arms. The technicians went right to work, diagnosing and servicing the Rolls Royce. Brown was traveling home to Georgia at the time, so he was only passing through the Triad area. This was a great time to run any errands or grab a bite to eat. As luck would have it once again, Eurobahn offers a shuttle service and one of their trained drivers was able to transport Brown and his guests around the city, as they waited patiently on his vehicle.

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Brown was searching for an excellent auto service center in which to entrust his car, and a search of the internet directed him to Eurobahn Motorsports. Outstanding reviews from previous and current customers only helped to further his decision. A road trip to Georgia isn’t exactly right up the street from Greensboro, NC, so Brown knew that his decision would have to be a great one. It proved to be just that. He was met with an inviting front desk service, professional service advising, friendly management, a comfortable wait area, accommodating shuttle services, and lastly a job well done from the expert technicians.

Since our Technicians have up-to-date knowledge and extensive experience servicing your BMW’s and Rolls Royce, they had no problem servicing his vehicle. His vehicle was diagnosed quickly and the problems fixed efficiently to get Brown back on the road and running at maximum performance. The good people at Eurobahn Motorsports will make sure that he receives nothing shy of the best whenever he is in Greensboro, North Carolina.

 

Eurobahn BMW MINI Mercedes-Benz Audi Greensboro is located at 303 S Swing Rd in Greensboro, NC

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2015 Jaguar F-type V-6 S Coupe near Greensboro, NC

New and Used Chevrolet and JAGUAR in Greensboro, NC

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Now that Jaguar’s F-type fleet includes six distinct models, picking one that best suits your fancy can be daunting. The coupes excel in aesthetics and practicality, the convertibles are more fun. Venturing beyond that body-style fork, this test of a V-6 S coupe should assist your smart purchase decision.

The $77,925 S coupe lives at the sensible end of the price range; it is $12,000 more than the base hardtop, $22,000 less than the 550-hp R coupe, and $15,000 less than the most powerful convertible. What you get here is the aluminum-intensive body and chassis common to all F-types, a ZF eight-speed paddle-shifted automatic (a manual is coming soon), and a 3.0-liter supercharged V-6 boosted to 380 horsepower. Spending the extra $12,000 over the base coupe means 40 additional ponies, one-inch-larger (19-inch) wheels, bigger front brakes, cockpit-adjustable dampers, a limited-slip differential, launch control, and what Jaguar calls an Active Sport Exhaust system.

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HIGHS AND LOWS

Highs:

Delightful back-road manners, potent supercharged six-cylinder, gorgeous body.

Lows:

Decklid spoiler reduces view when deployed, ride is occasionally too harsh.

SPECIFICATIONS

VEHICLE TYPE: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2-passenger, 2-door coupe

PRICE AS TESTED: $92,575 (base price: $77,925)

ENGINE TYPE: supercharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve V-6, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection

Displacement: 183 cu in, 2995 cc
Power: 380 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque: 339 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm

TRANSMISSION: 8-speed automatic with manual shifting mode

DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 103.2 in
Length: 176.0 in
Width: 75.7 in Height: 51.5 in
Curb weight: 3825 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS:
Zero to 60 mph: 4.3 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 10.7 sec
Zero to 140 mph: 24.2 sec
Rollinf start, 5-60 mph: 4.9 sec
Top gear, 30-50 mph: 2.7 sec
Top gear, 50-70 mph: 3.2 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 12.9 sec @ 109 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 166 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 157 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.90 g

FUEL ECONOMY:
EPA city/highway: 19/27 mpg
C/D observed: 18 mpg

source:caranddriver.com/reviews

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2015 Cadillac ATS coupe 3.6 near Greensboro, NC starting at $38,990 AWD

New and Used Chevrolet and Cadillac in Greensboro, NC

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The new Cadillac ATS coupe is the lovely, delightfully adept product of a Hobson’s choice. Luxury-coupe sales are stagnant, yet here comes a new luxury coupe because there are really no alternatives. At least the new ATS coupe is a hottie that’s gratifying to drive.

Here is the backstory: It’s so expensive to engineer a new platform that no company does it for just one mainstream model. After the high-volume sedan is developed, its guts usually get stuffed into another model as quickly and cheaply as possible. That leverages the component set with yet another new product that can reach a different customer, bringing in more sales at relatively little cost.

Thus, the BMW 3-series sedan, at which the four-door ATS is squarely aimed, begets a coupe, a convertible, a wagon, and the new 3-series GT. The problem for Cadillac is that, in the United States where Caddy’s sales are heavily concentrated, sedans are king while all these other potential variants are relative sales duds. None provide any significant volume, and most of these segments, including two-door luxury coupes, are actually in decline as their traditional buyers age and SUVs and crossovers continue their march toward domination.

HIGHS AND LOWS

Highs:

Eager and unerring responses, athletic good looks, lively V-6 powertrain.

Lows:

Optimistic pricing, so-so seat bolsters, CUE infotainment, occasionally stiff ride.

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SPECIFICATIONS

VEHICLE TYPE: front-engine, rear- or 4-wheel-drive, 4-passenger, 2-door coupe

BASE PRICES: $38,990; AWD, $41,440; V-6, $46,145; V-6 AWD, $48,745

ENGINE TYPES: turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve 2.0-liter inline-4, 272 hp, 295 lb-ft; DOHC 24-valve 3.6-liter V-6, 321 hp, 275 lb-ft

TRANSMISSIONS: 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic with manual shifting mode

DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 109.3 in
Length: 183.6 in
Width: 72.5 in Height: 54.8 in
Curb weight (C/D) est: 3450-3600 lb

PERFORMANCE (C/D EST):
Zero to 60 mph: 5.4-5.6 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 13.3-13.6 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 13.8-14.0 sec
Top speed: 150 mph

FUEL ECONOMY:
EPA city/highway: 18-21/28-30 mpg

source: caranddriver.com/reviews

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New Tesla Model S P85D near Greensboro, NC

Tesla Model S P85D Gets AWD; 0-60 MPH in 3.2 Seconds

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The camera does everything from seeing other cars to reading speed limit signs. Normal fare for luxury cars. Except it will also do a lane change for you just by pressing the turn signal stalk.

Last night, Elon Musk took the wraps off the new Tesla Model S. Dual motors and all-wheel drive don’t just make it faster, a new sensor array will make it safer too. Let’s break out each innovation, figure out what it is and how it works.

Dual Motors: Putting the “D” in the Tesla Model S P85D, an electric motor has been added to the front of the car, driving those wheels. Previously, the Model S was rear-wheel drive only.

That motor develops 221 bhp, taking the car’s total power up to a supercar-like 691 bhp. Combined torque is even more impressive at 687 lb-ft, growing from 362. The additional motor and its associated hardware adds 291 lbs of weight, taking the top-of-the-line P85D’s total weight to 4,936 lbs.

To put those numbers in perspective, the insane new Dodge Challenger Hellcat makes 707bhp, 650 lb-ft and weighs 4,449 lbs. The Tesla is faster to accelerate, reaching 60 mph in 3.2 seconds to the Hellcat’s 3.7 second time. The electric car is limited to a top speed of 155 mph, so will eventually be outrun by the 204 mph Internal Combustion Engine car.

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The two motors powering the all-wheel drive Model S are visible in red.

Adding an electric motor to drive the front wheels is a vastly different approach to equipping an ICE car with a transfer case and All-Wheel Drive. Linking the front and rear wheels to the engine in an ICE car involves adding much weight and complication through an additional driveshaft, an arrangement that also limits the proportion of power that can be directed to either end, the speed at which that proportion can change and the degree of fine drive control that can be established. Electric drive systems in general can be controlled to a much finer degree and the D’s will be able to function completely independently of each other, vectoring torque to individual wheels in an ideal, instantaneous manner. This amount of control over motive force is an engineer’s wet dream.

Of course, all-wheel drive will enhance the Model S’s capability in inclement weather too, an important factor to the large number of luxury car buyers in the Northeast and something which will more fully enable Tesla to conquest sales in that market from established players like Mercedes, Audi and BMW.

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Long range radar (green), an image recognition camera (light blue), 360-degree ultrasonic radar and satellite data all inform both autopilot and the driver.

Autopilot: Musk says that Tesla is still five to six years away from a true, self-driving car. And regulations currently don’t permit use of such vehicles on the road, away from development allowances in California and Nevada. Instead, Tesla has fitted all new Model Ss with a sophisticated array of sensors intended to better inform the driver of conditions around the car and which can take some limited control to avoid crashes.

Long Range Radar: This looks ahead of the Model S, identifying the presence, direction of travel and relative speed of other cars. It can see further than the car’s headlights and cut through fog, rain or any other visual impairment.

Image Recognition Camera: This also looks ahead of the car, identifying and reading things like traffic signs, lane markings and pedestrians.

360 Degree Ultrasonic Radar: Looking all-around the car, this sensor is able to detect everything from cars in your blind spot to a stray pet about to run into the road, to a child playing behind you as you’re backing up; a soft-object capability the forward-facing long range radar does not have. Consider that a boon to motorcyclists too, Autopilot should be able to stop homicidally negligent car drivers from running us over!

GPS Data Integration W/Real-Time Traffic: Location based data is beamed to the car, informing it with a database of speed limits and traffic/road conditions.

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2015 BMW M3 – Greensboro, NC

Overview: The M3 is a legend in the world of performance cars, giving enthusiasts everywhere reason to speak in gushing superlatives whenever given the chance. It’s even better now that the M3 has had a heart transplant in the guise of a twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six that makes 425 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque; it replaces the previous model’s 414-hp 4.0-liter V-8. To help you avoid confusion, the M3 badge is now applied only to sedan models; coupe and convertible models now wear the new M4 designation.

2015-bmw-m3-sedan-photo-616499-s-1280x782Highs:

Sublime handling, turbo torque, baby DTM rear fender flares, comfortable all day long.

Lows:

Bland steering, almost 85 large as seen here.

SPECIFICATIONS

VEHICLE TYPE: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door sedan

PRICE AS TESTED: $84,650 (base price: $62,925)

ENGINE TYPE: twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve inline-6, aluminum block and head, direct fuel injection

Displacement: 182 cu in, 2979 cc
Power: 425 hp @ 7300 rpm
Torque: 406 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm

TRANSMISSION: 6-speed manual

DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 110.7 in
Length: 184.5 in
Width: 73.9 in Height: 56.1 in
Curb weight: 3580 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS:
Zero to 60 mph: 4.1 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 9.2 sec
Zero to 150 mph: 23.3 sec
Street start, 5-60 mph: 4.9 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 12.4 sec @ 116 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 163 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 154 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.98 g

FUEL ECONOMY:
EPA city/highway: 17/26 mpg
C/D observed: 22 mpg

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2014 BMW 528i Sedan near Greensboro, NC

Overview: Once upon a time, the 5-series was a tactile and agile hot rod for the autobahn; today, it is merely a roomy, luxury conveyance.

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All engines are turbocharged: the diesel inline-six; gasoline four-cylinder, inline-six, and V-8, and the gas-electric hybrid; each pairs with an eight-speed automatic. The gas six features a rare manual gearbox, and all but the hybrid offer all-wheel drive. We’re not fond of the precise yet numb steering, and options can push the price past that of a 7-series.

Pros and Cons of the 2014 BMW are that it shoves hard, even at low rpm; virtually free of turbo lag; hushed mechanicals. Some cons are that is it a Fuel-obsessed transmission, numb steering, doesn’t feel any smaller than a 7-series.

VEHICLE TYPE: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door sedan

PRICE AS TESTED: $58,995 (base price: $47,795)

ENGINE TYPE: turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve inline-4, aluminum block and head, direct fuel injection

Displacement: 122 cu in, 1997 cc
Power: 240 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque: 255 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm

TRANSMISSION: 8-speed automatic with manual shifting mode

DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 116.9 in
Length: 193.1 in
Width: 73.2 in Height: 57.6 in
Curb weight: 3883 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS:
Zero to 60 mph: 5.9 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 15.9 sec
Zero to 130 mph: 31.6 sec
Braking, 70-0 mph: 170 ft

FUEL ECONOMY: EPA city/highway: 23/34 mpg

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Don’t Spend Too much For BMW Repair and Genuine BMW Service

Save yourself a pot of gold by taking your BMW to a local independent BMW repair shop.

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Save yourself a pot of gold by taking your BMW to a local independent BMW repair shop.

It can be a wee bit frustrating when your BMW is in need of servicing and you aren’t sure where to take it for quality repairs that won’t cost you a pot of gold.

Taking your BMW to a local independent BMW mechanic, versus the dealer, might just be your lucky charm because it can save you money and enable you to build a relationship with a trained technician working on your vehicle.

Save Some Green

By taking your BMW to an independent repair shop, you won’t have to worry about getting lucky on pricing because costs are generally lower than what the dealer charges.

No, not because of magic or that 4-leaf clover you picked out back, but because OEM parts are not marked up as much and because indy shops have lower hourly rates since overhead is significantly less.

Authentic Service – No Foolishness Here

Independent BMW service Greensboro, NC centers tend to offer a more genuine, personalized service than that of the dealer.

You are likely to be in direct communication with your BMW mechanic each time you come into their shop. This allows you to form a solid relationship with them, instead of talking to a different service advisor each visit about the repair recommendations a different mechanic suggested while working on your BMW.

Finding the right BMW mechanic can be a blessing when your BMW needs servicing. Don’t become bogged down at the dealer and fall victim to the blarney and shenanigans they can play when it comes to cost and personalized service.

So grab a pint, dance the jig and spread some cheer—save yourself that pot of gold by taking your BMW to a local independent BMW repair shop.

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Watch Out For That Male, Blue BMW Driver

Worst culprits: Male BMW drivers are the most angry drivers, who often succumb to road rage

According to this study, the most aggressive drivers are men, ages 35-50, who drive blue BMWs. The study also found that the most aggressive times on the roads are at 5:45pm on Fridays and the Monday morning commute. Imagine that!

In the study of 2,837 motorists, Land Rovers, Audis, Subarus and Vauxhalls were also on the “most aggressive” list, and the colors of black, silver, green and red followed the angry blue.

Drivers most often expressed road rage by shouting and swearing, followed by erratic driving and obscene gestures. Motorists were asked the pick the make and colour of car from which they have experienced the most incidents of road rage – and blue BMWs came out on top.

George Charles of VoucherCodesPro said: ‘During peak periods of traffic, whether it be the Monday morning school run or the hectic rush hour on a Friday evening, it is all too easy to allow the common manifestations of road rage to get the better of us as motorists.

‘This research, although slightly humorous in some of its findings, does indicate an important point.

‘Road rage is not something to be taken lightly and these results show that many motorists need to remind themselves that sometimes losing your temper whilst driving can result in serious altercations, assaults, and collisions that cause injuries or worse.’

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Pre-Purchase Inspections – Why It’s Necessary Before Buying a Used BMW

So you’ve found your dream BMW. It’s used, and looks like it’s had a few wear and tear repairs over the years, which is normal. Should you purchase it? Not before you obtain a pre-purchase inspection.

Used Car For Sale! Get a Pre-Purchase Inspection First!

Used Car For Sale! Get a Pre-Purchase Inspection First!

It’s necessary to get a pre-purchase inspection done before buying a used BMW because you don’t want to end up with a vehicle full of expensive to remedy mechanical and safety issues that are not evident to the casual eye.

What Is A Pre-Purchase Inspection, Anyway?

A pre-purchase inspection is a detailed report about the cosmetic, mechanical and safety condition of the BMW you are interested in purchasing.

To avoid purchasing a poorly maintained car or succumbing to other buying pitfalls, we always recommends a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified BMW mechanic before purchasing a used BMW vehicle. We have saved many buyers from getting into a situation where they have been taken advantage of, and I have made sure their dream vehicle does not turn into a nightmare.

Take your car to a qualified BMW mechanic before buying.

At Eurobahn Motorsports we do Pre Purchase Inspections on used Vehicles every day!

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Buying a Used BMW Long Distance or Without a Warranty

If you plan on buying a used BMW long distance (located in another city/state) or without a warranty, it is definitely a MUST that you get a pre-purchase inspection. Major risk is at stake if not.

In fact, we that found that so many clients are buying vehicles long distance these days, so she do a thorough inspection  to help buyers make sure they are getting what they’re paying for.

The most common mistake buyers make is not having inspection reports and the title work on the car they are looking to buy reviewed by an expert before they purchase the vehicle. Buyers need someone who knows what to ask on behalf of them, and that’s what we help to do.

Sure anyone can do their homework before they buy a vehicle, which is good and part of the process, but there is so much more to make sure the buyer is protected when spending thousands of dollars on a used vehicle.

The seller should be willing to let you have a pre-purchase inspection done prior to buying it, if not, then that is a red flag and they’re likely hiding something from you about the BMW.

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist and Price

Once your potential used BMW is being inspected by a BMW service provider, it’s common for a few minor flaws to show up on the pre-purchase inspection. Finding these minor flaws can actually help in the overall price negotiation process if you do buy the used vehicle.

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A thorough inspection should cover over 125 items in the following areas (not limited to):

  • Overall condition of the BMW
  • Visual problems with the body and frame
  • Leaks and broken components
  • Engine analysis and problems
  • Road test

The following past problems can be identified by a qualified BMW mechanic while inspecting the vehicle:

  • Frame damage
  • Poor repair work
  • Car previously owned by a smoker
  • Flood damage

Prices vary from BMW shop to BMW shop and are dependent on how thorough of a pre-purchase inspection you choose for your potential BMW. The more detailed and extensive an inspection, the more it will cost you – but the more it could save you in the long run.

In the end, it is worth the money purchasing a pre-purchase inspection, in the long-run, to avoid costly repair bills that can add up in the future. So buy your used dream BMW with confidence, knowing you’ve taken the appropriate measures and gotten a pre-purchase inspection.

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Independent BMW Repair Shop Service Doesn’t Void Warranty

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You don’t have to take your BMW to the dealer to maintain your warranty.

Let’s face it, BMW repairs can be expensive and when you buy that new or used BMW from the dealership, you want to make sure your BMW is covered with a vehicle warranty if anything should go wrong and need repairs.

It’s common to hear that once you purchase your BMW with a warranty, scheduled maintenance and repairs need to be completed by the dealership or else it voids the warranty. This is quite the myth and unfortunately, many people believe it to be true.

Your Rights Under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act

According to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act of 1975, vehicle manufacturers can’t tell you, the consumer, where to have your scheduled maintenance and repair work done that is under warranty.

You have the right to have your BMW serviced according to the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule at any qualified shop, including your local independent BMW repair shop.

Taking your vehicle to your local BMW service center for routine service does NOT void the warranty. You will still be receiving the same top-notch BMW repair service, if not better, than what the dealership provides. You also will still be receiving the same original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement parts that the dealership uses, installed by highly specialized BMW technicians. And who knows, you may even save yourself a little bit of money.

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