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The new Sprinter is a people mover! Here at Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown, there are tons of customizable Sprinter vans to choose from, based on your personal needs. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown offers a great selection of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans and Upfit packages. Click below to learn more about new configurations, features, and the Mercedes PRO Connect Package.   There are 1,700 difference configurations to choose from with Mercedes-Benz, from panel vans, passengers vans, and pick-ups, to buses, chassis cabs, and tractor heads, Mercedes-Benz truly has endless options! Customize With Our Upfit Packages Panel Refrigeration HVAC & Plumbing Electrical & Telecom General Services Delivery Tow up to 7,700 lbs. Haul more than 6,600 lbs. Visit our Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown dealership, conveniently located at 630 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780, to take a look at all of the options we offer for our Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans. Our skilled staff will gladly work with you to find a work vehicle or even a casual, everyday vehicle. Contact our Mercedes-Benz dealership to speak with a Sales Consultant or to schedule a test drive today!

While Competition Auto Group currently stands as a well-known and proud dealer group for Long Island, the history of its founder, Joe Buzzetta, Sr., is a fascinating story. From growing up with an interest in car racing and exposure to Sports Car Club of America racers to becoming the first American factory driver for Porsche in 1964 to his beginnings in the car service and sales industry, this article details Buzzetta's history up to the present with his current family legacy. Continue reading to learn more about how his competitive spirit drove him both on the racetrack and in the retail automotive industry, as mentioned in Competition Magazine. Not only is Buzzetta known for his work in the automotive industry, but he is also known for his contributions to organizations like St. Charles Hospital, Stony Brook Children's Hospital, LI2Day Breast Cancer Walk, Smithtown Children's Foundation, Paws of War, and many more! Competition Auto Group takes pride in the history of our dealerships and owners. If you're looking for an authentic group to purchase or lease your next vehicle from, Competition Auto Group is the place to be! Visit any of our Competition Automotive Group dealerships, located in Smithtown, New York to take a look at our wide variety of new and pre-owned inventory.

Long Island is known for its breathtaking waterfront and waterview restaurants that serve delicious food and cocktails accompanied by incredible views, that makes for an unforgettable dining experience. Continue reading to find out more about hot Summer spots on Long Island, as mentioned in Competition Magazine to take advantage of this beautiful Long Island weather! Don't miss out on the beautiful adventures that Long Island offers! Visit these lovely spots listed in our Competition Auto Group magazine to make the most of your summer on the island. With a list of incredible dining destinations from Suffolk County, to the Hamptons, Fire Island, and more, you'll be set for the entire summer season!   What better way to enjoy the Summer than with a brand new car? Competition Auto Group is the only stop you'll need to make before you can enjoy your summer on the road. Visit any of our Competition Auto Group dealerships to take a look at our huge assortment of new and pre-owned vehicles, such as the 2020 Subaru Ascent or the 2020 BMW M2 Competition. Our friendly staff will gladly assist you in finding the perfect car for your summer adventures, whether you're looking to purchase or lease! Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to seeing you!

According to Competition Magazine, if you're looking for a unique dining experience, Nicholas Trovato's Husk & Vine Kitchen & Cocktails just might be the place for you. With shareable plates from a food and drink menu that changes every week, each visit can be a completely different experience while ensuring that the freshness and quality are consistently top-notch. At Husk & Vine, sharing food is its way of uniting and connecting people while enjoying fresh and delicious food. People gather here for good conversation and excellent cuisine, and that is exactly what they get. When Trovato was creating his menu, he reached out to a local group of "foodies", recruiting them to sample his wonderful creations such as the "Steakhouse Bacon Candy" and the "Disco Fries My Way". Trovato also incorporates local Long Island butters and wine breads into his menu. The warm, fresh bread is served with flavorful butters like raspberry, orange, and truffle honey.   You'll want to make your way to Husk & Vine Kitchen & Cocktails as soon as possible after reading this Competition Magazine article, but first, you'll need a way to get there. Competition Auto Group, located in Smithtown, New York offers a wide variety of brand new and pre-owned vehicles for you to choose from such as the 2019 INFINITI QX30 or the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan. Weather you're looking to purchase or lease a vehicle, our wonderful staff will help to find the perfect vehicle to suit you and your personal driving habits. Contact us to schedule a test drive or to speak with a Sales Consultant. We look forward to seeing you!

Be sure not to miss out on all that the East End of Long Island has to offer this summer. With activities ranging from the North Fork Flower Farm to Long Island SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) to the Railroad Museum of LI, there's something for the whole family. You can even make a day out of it and stop by Montauk's Gin Beach or North Fork's Wildwood State Park, as mentioned in Competition Magazine. Continue reading to discover everything the Hamptons and East End have to offer! If you're looking to fill your summer with outdoor adventures, the east end of Long Island is the perfect place to center your plans around. With everything from Splish Splash and Long Island Stand Up Paddleboard, to the Railroad Museum of Long Island and Wildwood State Park, it's no wonder why the east end and the Hamptons are such a huge hit with locals and tourists.  After spending the day in the Hamptons or on the "East End", visit our Competition INFINITI dealership, located in Smithtown, New York to take a look at our assortment of brand new and pre-owned vehicles, such as the 2019 INFINITI Q70 or the 2019 INFINITI QX80. Whether you're looking to lease or purchase a vehicle, our friendly staff can guide you through the entire process. Contact us to speak with a Sales Consultant or to schedule a test drive today! We hope to see you at our Competition INFINITI location soon!

According to Competition Magazine, the Village of Patchogue is the place to be this summer for the perfect intersection of food and art. With the murals of the Archway at Roe Walkway and the Patchogue Theater for the Performing Arts, you can enjoy a day of appreciating the arts before turning to the Dublin Deck or Harbor Crab for drinks and music on the water. With its multitude of top-rated restaurants, you can't go wrong when picking a meal in Patchogue. Continue reading discover what hidden gems that this beautiful town has to offer. If you're looking to keep busy all day, make Patchogue your next weekend destination! Patchogue has become a top-favorite for locals who enjoy dining, shopping, or just strolling along the beautiful town with friends or family. With restaurants, theatres, family activities, and more, there is something for everyone in Patchogue! Stop into Harbor Crab if you happen to be craving some delicious seafood, and want to eat with a waterside view.   After a night out in Patchogue, visit our Competition BMW of Smithtown dealership, conveniently located at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780, to take a look at our brand new or pre-owned vehicles such as the 2020 BMW 4 Series or the 2020 BMW 2 Series. If you are looking to purchase or lease a Competition BMW vehicle, our adept staff will gladly assist you in finding the perfect car! Contact us to speak to a Sales Consultant or to schedule a test drive in the car of your dreams today! We look forward to seeing you!

The community of St. James was once booming in the early 1900s, drawing in actors, dancers, singers, writers, and politician, especially in the Summer months. As of now, the plan is to restore St. James so its appearance correlates with its bold, rich history. Imagine Lake Avenue embellished with benches, enticing shops, a quaint ice cream shop and a park that would transport you into the past of St. James. With your support and participation, this vision can become a reality. Competition Automotive Group is proud to be a part of this mission. The first annual gala is being held to honor members of our community who have made significant contributions to the mission of St. James, which is to ultimately preserve the rich history and inspire inspiration and knowledge of the arts within our community.This event is being held at Flowerfield, located at 199 Mills Pond Rd, St. James, New York 11780, from 7-11 PM. There will be a cocktail reception at 7 PM and dinner, dancing, and awards at 8 PM. We will also be joined by "The Big Bay Band" 18 piece Swing-Jazz-Pop Band. Expect surprise celebrity guests, raffles, and silent auctions as well. Tickets are available for purchase online for $195 per person, or you can reserve a table of 10 for $1750.We are also proud to announce that our very own Joseph Buzzetta will be honored at this event! In 1969, Buzzetta decided to leave behind racing to pursue the retail automotive business on Long Island. As time passed and the population grew, the company, known as Competition Automotive Group, also grew. Buzzetta and the Competition Automotive Group are extremely proud of this community and are focused on reinvesting in the community. Buzzetta is also a very proud supporter of organizations such as Celebrate St. James Past-Present-Future, St. Charles Hospital, Stony Brook Children's Hospital, The LI2Day Breast Cancer Walk, Smithtown Children's Foundation, Paws of War, as well as several other organizations. Competition Automotive Group takes pride in our dealerships and in our relationships with our loyal customers. Find your next car within the Competition Auto Group, whether it be a brand new Mercedes-Benz, Subaru, INFINITI, or BMW, our incredible team will gladly assist you in finding the perfect car to suit you and your personal driving habits. Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have, or to speak with one of our Sales Consultants.

Join the Competition Automotive Group and WMHO in celebration of 80 years of community service. We at Competition Auto Group, are proud to sponsor this event and support the Ward Melville Heritage Organization (WMHO). Click below to learn more about the Summer Concerts on the Green, featuring live music that the whole family can enjoy!   Who doesn't love music? Music is a great way to celebrate, convey a message, or bring you back to a certain time period. Join us from 7 pm to 9 pm on the Stony Brook Village Green on the lawn in front of the Post Office. Bring a blanket and some chairs for your friends and family. Food will be available for purchase as well.   Before heading to one of these concerts, stop into any of our Competition Auto Group dealerships, located on Middle Country Road in Smithtown, New York to take a look at our brand new inventory. Our astounding team will gladly assist you in finding the perfect car to suit your personal driving habits. Contact us at any of our dealerships to schedule a test drive or to speak with a Sales Consultant today.

Today is Amazon Prime Day! If you are an Amazon Prime member, you most likely know what that means. If you are not an Amazon Prime member, let us fill you in. Amazon Prime Day is a day for members to take advantage of amazing deals for up to 36 hours. If you don't have a membership with Amazon Prime, you can sign up for a free trial, solely to take advantage of these deals. Keep reading to see what Amazon Prime Day deals you can find on automotive products. Chemical Guys foam blaster - $41.99 Invisible Glass-Reach and Clean tool combo kit - $15.19 Spill-proof car trash can-2.5 Gallon - $19.97 KinHwa Microfiber car drying towels - $10.87 Heroway Magic Headrest Hooks for Car - $13.99 After searching for the hottest deals on Amazon this afternoon, stop into any of our Competition Automotive Group dealerships, for the greatest deal of all! All of our dealerships are made up of knowledgeable, obliging teams, who would gladly assist you in finding the car of your dreams, whether it be brand new or pre-owned. Contact us to schedule a test drive or to speak with a Sales Consultant.

Shopping for a 2019 BMW 5 Series in Smithtown but not sure what performance options are out there? Stop into Competition BMW of Smithtown to take a look at each 5 Series engine offering and performance features to decide what trim level and specs are right for you. You can also contact us to schedule a test drive and get a feel for the BMW 5 Series interior! BMW 530i Engine The base BMW 5 Series trim has a BMW EfficientDynamics engine, which is lightweight and has award-winning Valvetronic and Double VANOS technologies. 248 hp and 259 lb-ft of torque 4-cylinder with twin-scroll exhaust turbocharger 0-60 mph in 6.0 seconds or 5.8 seconds with BMW xDrive BMW 530e iPerformance Engine The 5 Series 530e trim has a hybrid powertrain system that offers instant torque response when you hit the gas pedal. The 4-cylinder gas engine works with the electric motor powered by a high-voltage lithium-ion battery for improved fuel-efficiency. 2.0L TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder 248 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque 0-60 mph in 6.0 seconds or 5.8 seconds with BMW xDrive BMW 540i Engine This engine on the third 5 Series trim level has the same award-winning Valvetronic and Double VANOS technology as the base trim. 3.0L V6 engine 335 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds or 4.7 seconds with BMW xDrive BMW M550i Engine The BMW 5 Series offers a race-track-inspired M Performance TwinPower Turbo eight-cylinder engine. It has not one, but two turbochargers, with double-VANOS and Valvetronic technologies. 4.4L V8 engine 456 hp and 480 lb-ft of torque 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds BMW 5 Series Performance Features Integral Active Steering: Adds rear-wheel active steering, so the rear wheels steer in the same direction as the front wheels at high speeds for better stability. At low speeds, the rear wheels steer in the opposite direction from the front wheels for a tighter turning radius. Dynamic Damper Control: This optional feature can let you adjust the shock absorber settings to decide if you want a smoother or more sporty feel on Roslyn roads. BMW xDrive: This feature is available on all 5 Series trim levels. It uses sensors to detect wheel slip and sends power to the wheel with the most traction to regain stability. Experience BMW Performance in Person 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. If you are in the area of Brookhaven, Huntington, or Commack be sure to visit! Call or visit us today for any other questions you may have! 599 Middle Country Rd. Smithtown NY, 11780 (631) 265-2208

If you thought that BMW's high-performance M division would just vanish into history due to the rise of electrification in cars and autonomous driving, you are thankfully mistaken! BMW has recently unveiled its Vision M NEXT, which is a 600 hp mid-engine supercar that is meant to show off the bright, new M technology of the future.The Vision M NEXT is powered by a hybrid system which consists of two electric motors, combined with a turbocharged inline-four engine to create a total of 600 hp. The concept can be driven completely in EV mode in either rear- or all-wheel drive, or in hybrid all-wheel drive with the gasoline engine contributing power to the rear axle. BMW has also stated that the M NEXT can do 0-62 in 3 seconds flat and hit a top speed of 186 mph. The Vision M NEXT can also drive up to 62 miles in pure EV mode.If you're a BMW enthusiast, you may have noticed that the BMW Vision M NEXT takes inspiration from the BMW i8 and the iconic BMW M1. They've incorporated a mid-engine profile and swooping gullwing doors, as well as black side skirts, unfinished, to show off the recycled carbon fiber. The BMW Vision M NEXT has an illuminated, laser-etched kidney grille, geometric side air intakes, and integrated headlights, all of which achieve the sporty presence that is desired, with just a few precise lines.The most intriguing aspect of the BMW Vision M NEXT is called the "BOOST Pod", which is an active driver interface that is meant to provide the driver with the most in-depth experience possible. The Interior truly focuses on the driver, with a cut-down steering wheel and a curved, three-screen gauge cluster. The bucket seats are separated by the center console, which includes two cup holders.The BMW Vision M NEXT's Boost Pod envelops the driver in the ultimate interface. The transparent Curved Glass Display, contoured bucket seats, and Full Augmented Reality Head-Up graphics adapt to drive modes for an intuitive, focused driving experience like never before. The electrified sports car of the future, the BMW Vision M NEXT concept represents the progress of innovation while never losing sight of the power and performance of its legendary ancestors.After reading up on the future of BMW, stop into our Competition BMW of Smithtown dealership at 599 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780, to look at some of our brand new models such as the 2019 BMW X7 or the 2019 BMW x3. Whether you're looking for something brand new or pre-owned, our skilled team will gladly assist you in finding the perfect car to suit you and your personal driving habits. Contact us at 631-265-2208 to speak with a Sales Consultant or to schedule a test drive today!

When most people look at a four-door sedan, they see a typical family car, but what if there was a lot more to a four-door sedan than what meets the eye? Each year, with their annual Lightning Lap, Car and Driver has proven that there is an abundance of sedans that are capable of holding their own on a track. Here is a list of vehicles, within the Competition Auto Group brands, that made it onto Car and Driver's list of the 15 fastest cars to participate in the Lightning Lap to date. 1. 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA Lightning Lap 2018 Lap time: 3.04.9 310 Horsepower 2. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG Lightning Lap 2012 Lap time: 3.04.9 550 Horsepower 3. 2017 BMW Alpina B7 xDrive Lightning Lap 2017 Lap time: 3.04.3 600 Horsepower 8. 2014 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG S-Model Lightning Lap 2014 Lap time: 3.00.1 577 Horsepower 11. 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S-Model Lightning Lap 2015 Lap time: 2.59.2 503 Horsepower 14. 2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S Lightning Lap 2017 Lap time: 2.55.2 600 Horsepower 15. 2018 BMW M5 Lightning Lap 2018 Lap time: 2.55.2 600 Horsepower Click here to read more. Stop into one of our Competition Automotive Group dealerships to take a look at our brand new models such as the 2019 BMW X4, the 2019 INFINITI QX60, the 2019 Subaru Legacy, or the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan. Regardless of what you're looking for, whether it be brand new or pre-owned, our knowledgeable team can assist you in finding the perfect vehicle to suit your personal driving habits Contact us to speak with a sales consultant or to schedule a test drive today!