Order your 2009 BMW 335d Sedan or X5 xDrive35d

East Bay BMW is pleased to announce the model year 2009 335d Sedan and X5 xDrive35d are now available to order. Both models start production in November and will arrive at East Bay BMW in mid-December.



The new BMW Advanced Diesels with BluePerformance include the emission technology that helped BMW in the prestigious "2008 World Green Car of the Year" award. With the addition of BluePerformance technology on the 335d and X5 xDrive35d, BMW takes Advanced Diesel technology a step further to meet emission standards for all 50 US states, which is more stringent than the European requirements. The US 335d and X5 xDrive35d will in fact be the cleanest diesel vehicles available in the world, all while providing best in class performance and fuel consumption.


Both cars feature the award winning 3.0-liter sequential twin-turbo inline-six cylinder diesel engine, which delivers an impressive 265 hp and 425lb-ft of torque. The incredible efficiency provides a highway range on both vehicles of over 580 miles.


The 335d boasts a best in class EPA fuel economy of 23/36 MPG (city/highway). This makes it the most fuel efficient BMW ever sold in the US and also gives it the highest ever EPA MPG rating of any 6 cylinder vehicle ever offered in the US (gas or diesel). Even with its fuel saving characteristics the 335d keeps up with the performance leaders by accelerating 0-60 mph in 6 seconds flat, making it faster than the all new Audi A4 3.2 and Mercedes C350.

Like the 335d, the X5 xDrive35d stands out as a sporty, high-torque Sports Activity Vehicle with excellent qualities for long distance motoring. The BMW X5 xDrive35d achieves an EPA rating of 19/26 MPG (city/hwy) and accelerates from 0-60 in 6.9 seconds, making it the fastest, most efficient Diesel SUV available in the US. Both Diesel models will qualify for the IRS alternative Motor Vehicle Tax Credit.




The 335d standard feature and option profile are the same as the 335i with the exception of a unique styling for the 335d sport package wheel. the X5 xDrive35d has the same standard feature and option profile as the XDrive30i.

The Limited Edition Neiman Marcus 7 Series

The Ultimate Holiday Gift--The all-new 2009 BMW 7 Series limited edition from Neiman Marcus is for those whose holiday won't be complete without getting the very best this year.


A totally new 4.4 liter V-8 engine with twin turbo and high precision direct injection that generates 400 horse power and can crank out 450lb.-ft of torque. An all-new suspension design that delivers unmatched handling, Dynamic Damping Control, Active Roll Stabilization, and all-new Integral Active Steering. Legendary BMW luxury including 20-way heated and ventilated front seats, premium sound system and entertainment server. Superior navigation with Real Time Traffic, voice activation, and Head-Up Display. Improved safety features with a more rigid chassis, run flat tires, rear-and-side view cameras, active blind spot detection system, and all-new Night Vision to detect pedestrians. And with more powerful and fuel efficient engine than ever before, the BMW flagship is indeed the best.



The limited edition 7 Series Neiman Marcus offering also includes the finest interior materials--Champagne Merino leather and Alcantara headliner. The outside finish: our exclusive 31-autos-only iridescent Diopside Black; 19"alloy wheels, and illuminated Neiman Marcus entry skills.


But that's just the beginning. The limited edition 7 Series also includes a trip to the BMW Welt in Munich, Germany, for the unveiling of your new vehicle and a multi-city European luxury vacation to road test it. From Munich to Monaco to Nice to Cannes, revel in the best of each stop along the way.


Of course, wanting one isn't enough. The last Neiman Marcus BMW sold out in 92 seconds! So this Holiday season be ready to indulge your sumptuous desires.

Nieman Marcus Limited-Edition 2009 BMW Individual 7 Series Sedan $160,000.00*

*Manufaturer's Suggested retail price. Price excludes tax, title, licensing, registration fees and transportation costs. Limit one vehicle per qualifed retail customer.

Valley Care Hospital Christmas Tree Lane Fundraiser

East Bay BMW is the proud supporter of the Valley Care Health System Christmas Tree Lane. As part of a Napa weekend get-a-way package, East Bay BMW has donated a 3 Series, BMW picnic kit and gift certificate for Dean and Deluca.

This annual fundraising event is a great way to kick off the holiday season at the Palm Event Center at the Mitchell Katz Winery. Held the weekend before Thanksgiving, this fundraiser spans three days with several individual events. All proceeds of Christmas Tree Lane benefit the Emergency Room expansion at ValleyCare Medical Center and the ValleyCare Health Library and Ryan Comer Cancer Resource Center.

Thursday, November 20--Christmas Tree Lane. Dozens of lavishly decorated trees, wreaths, garlands and vignettes create a breathtaking array of color and lights to transform the Palm Event Center into a Christmas wonderland. Wonderland Family Stroll Thursday evening. Bring the whole family and stroll through the enchanted forest of Christmas Tree Lane. Enjoy a holiday treat. Kids can shop for their parents in Santa's Secret Shop, and visit with Santa Claus!

Friday, November 21--Tinsel and Christmas Tea. Features "almost high" teas. Walk through a magical indoor forest as you preview the sparkling Christmas trees and unique silent auction gift baskets. Purchase your chance-drawing tickets for the trees and spectacular china table setting. Silent Night Soiree is Friday evening. Featuring a silent auction of exquisite gift baskets, sit-down dinner, no-host cocktails and entertainment. Spend a relaxing evening with friends and delight in the sights and sounds of Christmas.

Saturday, November 22--Silver Bells Luncheon. Enter the glittering wonderland of lights and colors. Visit the Merry Gentlemen to purchase tree tickets. Enjoy holiday fare and entertainment with friends around your table. Be the lucky winner of the exquisite china table setting, or your favorite tree - and the gifts under the tree!

J.D. Power Reports High Satisfaction with BMW Financial Services NA, LLC

High levels of dealer satisfaction means more lender business J.D. Power report Automotive finance providers that achieve high levels of satisfaction among dealers generally receive a larger share of business from those dealerships, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2008 Dealer Financing Satisfaction Study released today. Meanwhile, BMW Financial Services ranks highest in all four segments examined in the study.

The study investigates automotive dealer satisfaction with finance providers in four segments: prime retail credit; retail leasing; subprime retail credit; and floor planning. It examines five key factors that contribute to satisfaction within the prime retail credit, retail leasing and subprime retail credit segments: provider offering; credit personnel; application/approval process; termination policy/service; and sales representative relationship. Four factors are measured in the floor planning segment: provider offering; floor plan support personnel; inventory process; and process/service.

The study finds that as dealers become more satisfied with a lender, they allocate a larger volume of their business to that lender. Some aspects of financing service that are particularly important to maximizing dealer satisfaction are the ability to interact with a single credit buyer, short application approval times and expedient funding. Within the prime retail credit segment, dealers who are "delighted" with their lender provide the lender with 53 percent of the loan originations generated at the dealership, on average, while dealers who report being merely "satisfied" provide lenders with 40 percent. In contrast, however, dealers who are "dissatisfied" with their lender give their lender only 26 percent of their business, on average

"Dealer satisfaction with automotive lenders clearly impacts the volume of retail business a lender receives," said Rich Howse, senior director of the automotive finance practice at J.D. Power and Associates. "With more than 20,000 dealerships in the U.S., the potential revenue linked to increasing satisfaction can translate to billions of dollars. For instance, in the prime retail credit segment, the difference between just one dealer who indicates they are 'delighted' and one who indicates they are 'dissatisfied' can mean an average of more than $3 million in additional loan originations in one year."

The study also finds that developing the dealer-lender relationship becomes particularly important given the current economic struggles and market turmoil. Within the floor planning segment, 44 percent of dealers report that the relationship with a lender is their primary reason for selecting a provider. Similarly, the dealer-lender relationship is cited most often as the primary reason for choosing a finance provider in the subprime retail credit segment.

"In today's tough times, automotive lending priorities may be focused on the issues of liquidity and risk rather than dealer satisfaction, but lenders cannot afford to miss the growth opportunity tied to dealer satisfaction," said Howse. "Dealers recognize those lenders that make the effort to partner with them for the long haul, so building and maintaining strong relationships with dealers will be the foundation of future revenue growth as the industry rebounds."

BMW Financial Services ranks highest in all four segments examined in the study: prime retail credit; retail leasing; subprime retail credit; and floor planning. The 2008 Dealer Financing Satisfaction Study is based on responses from 4,770 dealer principals who were surveyed March through July 2008.

PRIME RETAIL CREDIT Lender Index Score (Based on a 1,000-point scale)
BMW Financial Services 946
Alphera Financial Services 940
Volkswagen Credit 938
Mercedes-Benz Financial 928
Audi Financial Services 921
GMAC 909
Toyota Financial Services 881
Honda Financial Services 878
Chrysler Financial 862
Compass Bank 858
Regions 855
First Citizens Bank 846
M&I Bank 843
Branch Banking and Trust 842
SunTrust Bank 836
Prime Retail Credit Segment Average 835
Ford Credit 831
Wachovia Dealer Services 831
Bank of America 825
TD Banknorth 818
Chase Auto Finance 812
Huntington National Bank 802
US Bank 792
Citizens Bank 791Citizens
Charter One Auto Finance 791
Harris Bank 787
Fifth Third Bank 781
Nissan Motor Acceptance 781
Capital One Auto Finance 776
Wells Fargo Auto Finance 761
Hyundai Motor Finance Co. 700

RETAIL LEASING Lender Index Score (Based on a 1,000-point scale)
BMW Financial Services 942
Volkswagen Credit 934
Mercedes-Benz Financial 924
Audi Financial Services 921
Toyota Financial Services 900
GMAC 895
Honda Financial Services 868
Retail Leasing Segment Average 853
Chrysler Financial 851
Ford Credit 821
Chase Auto Finance 788
Nissan Motor Acceptance 772
Bank of America 762
US Bank 743
Wells Fargo Auto Finance 742
Fifth Third Bank 734
Hyundai Motor Finance Co. 688

SUBPRIME RETAIL CREDIT Lender Index Score (Based on a 1,000-point scale)
BMW Financial Services 966
Volkwagen Credit 943
GMAC 922
Toyota Financial Services 869
Ford Credit 855
Chrysler Financial 845
Wachovia Dealer Services 798
Subprime Retail Credit Segment 793
AverageNuvell Credit 782
Chase Auto Finance 771
National Auto Finance Co. 762
Wells Fargo Auto Finance 750
HSBC Auto Finance 748
CitiFinancial Auto 744
Fifth Third Bank 721
AmeriCredit/Bay View 705
Capital One Auto Finance 704
Regional Acceptance Corp. 671
Drive Financial 583

FLOOR PLANNING Lender Index Score (Based on a 1,000-point scale)
BMW Financial Services 963
Volkswagen Credit 960
Audi Financial Services 940
Mercedes-Benz Financial 938
GMAC 913
Toyota Financial Services 902
Floor Planning Segment Average 892
Chrysler Financial 868
Nissan Motor Acceptance 856
Ford Credit 854

East Bay BMW sponsors De La Salle Golf Classic

The 2008 De La Salle Golf Classic is on Monday, October 13, 2008. Golfers will converge on beautiful Diablo Country Club to play in support of student financial aid.

After the golf tournment there will be a live auction. The live auction winner of the 2 night Mt. Lasalle Lodging, Wine Tasting and Food Paring of the Hess Collection will enjoy their 2 day venture in style with a new BMW, a BMW picnic kit and gift card to Dean and Deluca--compliments of East Bay BMW.

If you're not playing in the event, you can still contribute by entering the big drawing for the grand prize--two nights lodging at The Inn at Spanish Bay and golf for two at Pebble Beach. To enter, print out this form and send it in to Beth Garland at De La Salle (need not be present to win).