Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Keeler Motor Car - Meet our Employees.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Keeler BMW Service Advisor to participate in the 2011 MDA Colonie Lock Up Fundraiser
Friday, March 18, 2011
The BMW X3 Difference Event at Keeler BMW
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Year End at Keeler Motor Car Company
So, what does this all mean for you? Well - this could possibly be the BEST week ever to purchase a new or pre-owned vehicle at any of our Keeler locations.
Happy Honda Days is still going on at Keeler Honda, the BMW Joy Sales Event is in full swing at Keeler BMW, the Mercedes-Benz Winter Event is still heating up The Mercedes-Benz Center at Keeler Motor Car, the All-New MINI Countryman has finally arrived in our Keeler MINI showroom and our smart center Latham has a fantastic deal on the 2010 smart fortwo pure coupe.
So much going on and such little time! Get to Keeler Motor Car this week for these amazing sales. For more information, or to set up an appointment for test drive, call 518-785-4197 or fill out the contact form at the following link: Keeler Motor Car Contact
Friday, December 10, 2010
Drop off your Toys for Tots donation at Keeler Motor Car Company
Keeler Motor Car Company is an official drop center for the The United States Marine Corps annual Toys for Tots campaign for the 2010 holiday season. Keeler has drop boxes in all of its stores, including; Keeler Mercedes-Benz, Keeler BMW, Keeler Honda, Keeler MINI and smart Center Latham. Please drop by any of our stores with your unwrapped toy. We are taking donations through December 20, 2010.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
BMW - Just Don't Blog About It!
Well, it seems to be working for BMW. It has piqued the curiosity of many Bimmer fanatics out there. The site is full of short videos and photos of what seems to me to look like a BMW 6-Series. But you be the judge. Here is the site, http://bit.ly/9DbLev Just don't blog about it!
Monday, June 7, 2010
An Ode to Keeler Motor Car
6/3/2010
Dear Staff of Keeler BMW,
My name is Steven Churchill and I am a 7th grader at Shaker Junior High School. Even though I cannot yet drive, I have loved cars since age two. My favorite make of car is BMW and the only place I would want to buy one is at Keeler BMW. My favorite BMW is the 850csi because of its styling.
Keeler is my favorite car dealership because it is very close to my house and because of the good selection. I have heard many people comment on your great service and dedication to your customers. With the help of bmw.keeler.com I will always know what cars are in your inventory. Enclosed is a poem I have written about Keeler BMW.
Sincerely,
Steven
"My Favorite Place of All"
Keeler BMW....
My favorite place of all
Everytime I go by, I am glued to the window...
just looking at the great selection
it's in a good location,
but it doesn't matter,
'cause if I was in any BMW, I know the
trip would never be a bummer.
BMW's, BMW's, so sporty and fun...
I could ride in one, even when the sun is no
longer hung.
Keeler BMW...
Filled with great cars....
I couldn't count on getting a great deal from...
well, anyone else.
Z's, 1's or even 3's
5's, 6's and some luxo 7's
I just love it when they are in your collection
Even with so many cars in this world....
I will always be loyal to my friend Keeler BMW
So....Keeler BMW....
You are definitely my favorite place of all.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
The adventurous, facelifted X5 takes on Alligator Alley
Monday, April 26, 2010
BMW Billboard Placed Above Audi Hong Kong Dealership
A huge BMW billboard has been placed above Audi of Hong Kong just recently. If you remember, BMW and Audi battled it out with a “billboard-war” about a year ago ending with a BMW M3 “checkmate” billboard and Audi’s “check your luxury badge” response. Now after a year, the games seem to have sparked again making it a Hong Kong Audi dealership.
Friday, April 23, 2010
The BMW Gran Coupe Concept
BMW presents the concept of a new 4-door coupe. The BMW Concept Gran Coupé underscores the outstanding design expertise of the German premium automobile manufacturer.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
2010 Albany Auto Show
The 2010 Albany Auto Show will be held April 9th - April 11th at the Times Union Center in Albany, NY. Keeler Motor Car will be on hand representing Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Honda, MINI and smart. You can go to www.enycar.org for more information.Tuesday, March 9, 2010
BMW to go front-drive
Not sure if we'll ever see these at Keeler BMW but BMW announced that they will be producing front-wheel drive. Read the article below: The new model is being developed as part of plans to help increase parts sharing and bolster the potential for production savings between the BMW and Mini brands, thus bringing an end to the era of rear and four-wheel drive-only BMW models.
Speaking to Autocar at the last week's Geneva motor show, Reithofer said internal BMW studies revealed that, despite the downturn in the world’s economy, there is continued demand for what he described as "premium vehicles" in the small car class. He then officially acknowledged plans that will see BMW producing a rival to the recently unveiled Audi A1 and a new Smart Forfour presently under development at rival Mercedes-Benz.
"We will be extending the BMW and Mini brands into the small car segment with new models and variants," said Reithofer.
Being careful to separate the new price-leading front-wheel-drive model from BMW's upcoming city car - a totally different project as part of its Mega City Vehicle electric car initiative - Reithofer added, "For these new vehicles [the new BMW and Mini] we are developing a common architecture for both front and four-wheel drive."
While exact details remain shrouded in secrecy, Autocar can confirm the new entry-level BMW has been conceived to run the same front-wheel-drive underpinnings as the next-generation Mini Cooper.
The new Mini Cooper is not due out until 2014, but the small BMW could be on UK roads as early as 2013 as part of a major thrust by the company to become the undisputed sales leader in the premium small car class.
Plans to base the new entry-level BMW on the same platform as the Mini Cooper also raise the question of where the new car would be built. Although BMW is being vague, Autocar understands the new car could be built alongside the Mini Cooper in Oxford, using a new generation of petrol and diesel engines sourced from BMW's engine plant in Hams Hall.
Studies are also under way that could result in the new platform structure referred to by Reithofer being used for future generations of the 1-series - although BMW is still undecided on whether the third-generation model, due in 2018, will be front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive.
"We are looking at alternatives," a Munich insider told Autocar. "With the new platform set to support four-wheel drive, it wouldn't be that hard to use the transmission tunnel for a rear-wheel-drive application."
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
2011 BMW X5 at the Geneva Auto Show
While we're stuck here in snowy upstate NY, across the pond they're enjoying the 2010 Geneva Auto Show (added benefit - Justin Timberlake performed!) While there, BMW uncovered the newly redesigned X5. Since I drive an X5 from Keeler Motor Car I was very interested in seeing what the new 2011 looks like and judging from the pictures it looks very cool! I cannot wait till we get them in stock here at Keeler BMW - it could be time for an upgrade! Read the following article from BMWBlog for all the details:The front-end goes through an extensive facelift, the lower front bumper/fascia appears to have been lifted and given a little redesign from the X6, giving it an appearance that makes the front end look lower and more aggressive. It also allows for wider air openings to feed the larger and more powerful engines more air.
To go along with what BMW has been doing lately for the 3-Series LCI, 335is, and F10 5-Series, the X5 features corona rings, or halos as most like to call them, that are full LEDs. The rear taillights get a new L-shaped LED design as well.
The outgoing X5 had three engine types, the X5 xDrive30i, xDrive48i and xDrive35d. While the diesel xDrive35d survives, the 30i and 48i die off and go to that wonderful BMW heaven, wherever that is. In to replace the outgoing naturally aspirated 3.0-liter inline-6 and 4.8-liter V8 are the N55 twin-scroll single turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 making 300hp and 300lb-ft of torque, as well as the twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 making 400hp and 450lb-ft of torque, similar to the engine in the X5 and X6 M models. So it will now be the X5 xDrive35i and xDrive50i, same with the X6. Zero to sixty times are estimated at 6.4 seconds for the 35i and 5.3 seconds for the 50i. Which is drastically faster than the past engines.
In order to reign all of this power in, an all-new 8-speed steptronic automatic, of which you see in the 5-Series GT and the 760Li. The new transmission weighs no more than the 6-speed model it replaces, and offers better gearing for lower speeds and rpm to make the X5 faster from a dig. It also adds the two extra gears up top to help with efficiency at highway speeds. You can also select gears manually, as always before, by pulling the gear shift closer to you and pushing and pulling the shifter forward or back (-/+).
The first BMW X5 facelifted vehicles will appear at U.S. dealerships this Spring.
Friday, February 26, 2010
Keeler BMW Wins The Center of Excellence Award

Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Storm Aftermath at Keeler Motor Car
After shoveling our driveway, getting the kids to daycare (thank you Mapleleaf Daycare for being open!) and making it down the Northway to Latham I arrived at Keeler Motor Car to an awful mess. I forget (and take it for granted since I'm not in Sales) that our Managers, Sales and Service Staff have the dreadful job of snow cleanup.

Sunday, February 14, 2010
New BMW Film "Chosen"
Thankfully, The Driver came prepared with his 2002 E39 540i with the requisite 6 speed manual! Ironically, the duo find themselves up against three vehicular villians – all of which are some form of DaimlerChrylser product – perhaps BMW further driving home a point? In looking for an exit to the snow and ice-laden wharf, the E39 surprises nobody with its ability to grip and put the power down as it handily outdoes the three struggling would-be captors.
The 5 Series manages to look like a graceful, well-trained ballet dancer gliding across the landscape compared to the awkward, stumbling competition as they careen from one snow bank to the next. Once free, the short story takes an interested turn as The Driver comes to the rescue of the little boy once more.
Chosen, the second of five shorts by BMW Films, was directed by internationally-acclaimed director Ang Lee. The Taiwanese director had already received much attention by this point in his career – just coming off of the worldwide success of the Oscar-winning Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon – the film that made Ang Lee a household name in North America. Lee was also known for his direction of the British film Sense and Sensibility. However, acclaimed for its well-orchestrated and fluid fight sequences – many of Crouching Tiger’s techniques and inspirations can be seen throughout Chosen in the well-crafted dance-like car chases. During the production of Chosen, Ang Lee was coincidentally working on his first summer blockbuster Hulk – Marvel Comic’s story of mild-mannered Dr. Banner who, due to a science experiment gone wrong causes anger to turn him into a green, hulking beast. If you watch carefully, Lee pays homage to his own yet-to-be-released movie during Chosen.
Tune in next Sunday for The Follow by Wong Kar-wai.
Source: BMWBlog
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Thursday, February 4, 2010
BMW Certified Pre-Owned No-Cost Maintenance OR 0.9% financing offer
We think our Certified Pre-Owned vehicles are pretty remarkable. So for a limited time you'll enjoy our BMW No-Cost Maintenance Plan. That mean you'll pay nothing for maintenance up to 6 years or 100,000 miles. Or, if you prefer, take advantage of our 0.9% financing. The choice is yours. But remember, before these exceptional offers, before the rigorous certification, and before the exceptional value, first, it's a BMW.These offers are valid only for qualified customers who finance a Certified Pre-Owned BMW through BMW Financial Services and a participating BMW Center. Not all BMW Centers participate. To qualify, you must enter into a retail installment sale contract between February 2, 2010 and March 31, 2010 at a participating BMW Center.
*The free maintenance offer is valid for up to 6 years or 100,000 miles from the original in-service date, whichever comes first, on '07 MY 3, 5 and 7 Series CPO models using standard BMW Financial Services rates. Only certain contract lengths are eligible. Contact your local BMW Center for participation details and vehicle availability.
**Financing starting at 0.9% APR is available on Certified Pre-Owned 2007 model year 3, 5, 6, 7, X3, X5 or Z4, and on 2008 model year 3 and 5 series (M models excluded). Financing starting at 3.9% APR is available on Certified Pre-Owned 2007 M models.
***Protection Plan, backed by BMW, provides coverage for 2 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the date of the expiration of the 4-year/50,000-mile BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Offer expires: 03/31/2010
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
2010 BMW 550i Gran Turismo - Short Take Road Test
This may be hard to accept, but what you see here is a BMW that’s not really conceived to please Bimmer loyalists in the U.S. That’s because this inflated version of the 5-series sedan is aimed at expanding markets where vehicle priorities differ from our own. China, for one.If that seems peculiar, remember that the booming Chinese market is the main reason Buick survives while other GM brands have perished: We’re talking about people more interested in comfort, space, and prestige than ultimate driving.
Not that this swollen five-door is deficient in basic BMW dynamic virtues. Yes, its, uh, generous dimensions—3.9 inches longer than the 2011 5-series sedan on which it’s based, 1.6 inches wider, 3.8 inches taller—make the regular 5s look svelte. Our test car weighed almost 2.5 tons (4939 pounds), which is a staggering 891 pounds more than the last 550i we tested [November 2006].
Nevertheless, the 550i GT prances right along with its tidier stablemates, sprinting to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds and covering the quarter in 13.6 at 105 mph. That’s a wink quicker than the sedan in that 2006 test. The GT’s 400-hp, 4.4-liter direct-injection twin-turbo V-8 churns up 40 more horses than the naturally aspirated 4.8-liter in the 2006 test, but the real key to the GT’s performance is the turbo V-8’s massive torque—450 pound-feet, a gain of 90—plus instant throttle response and a very slick ZF eight-speed automatic transmission.
If the GT’s acceleration is surprising, its agility is not. BMW’s chassis engineers have already shown us remarkable skill in mass management with the M versions of the even heavier X6 and X5, and the GT is another example, albeit not as extreme. Body motions are limited, with noticeable roll-stiffness distinctions through the three suspension presets; grip is respectable, at 0.86 g; and if the optional ($1750) four-wheel active steering lacks on-center feel, it’s a welcome feature in high-speed cornering and also makes the GT surprisingly handy at parking-lot speeds.
True to BMW’s dynamic standards, ride quality is supple and braking performance is excellent (160 feet from 70 mph to standstill). Plus, the GT has specific advantages: presidential-limo head- and legroom in the aft cabin, replete with adjustable seats (part of a $3650 option package); nifty configurability to the cargo compartment and rear hatch; and exceptionally low noise levels.
On the debit side, there’s fuel economy (if that’s the right word): 15 mpg city and 21 highway per the EPA, 16 mpg in our test. The price is $65,775 for the base model (including a grand for the guzzler penalty), $4500 more than a standard 550i. And options add up at a frightening rate: Two GTs came to us for evaluation—the first was loaded to the tune of $90,925; the second not quite so loaded, at $80,425. Whew.
Source: Car & Driver
Friday, January 29, 2010
Hear what some of our Keeler BMW customers have to say
"Raffe Chamoun - Keeler BMW Service Advisor"
Dear Ms. Dunning:I recently had service done on my BMW X3.I am writing, once again, to compliment Raffee Chamoun, and to let you know what a valuable asset he is to Keeler BMW's service department. I have owned many cars over the years and I have never dealt with someone who so consistenly was a pleasure to deal with in every respect. Raffe is always pleasant, knowledgeable, responsive and goes out of his way to make sure that the customer is satisfied. Other in this field would be well advised to follow his lead.
Sincerely,
Jeffrey K. Anderson
"Sales Consultant Joe Marcil"
I was given absolutely unbelievable superior attention. That's why I buy from Keeler Motor Car Company and Joe Marcil in particular. My husband and I have purchased over four vehicles with Keeler and Joe. I wouldn't even consider shopping elsewhere. The service we have been given over the years has been absolutely outstanding and I will continue to purchase from Keeler. I love my new BMW!!!
Marianne Garrsion
"Keeler Motor Car - Most Dependable Dealership"
I would have to seriously say that Keeler Motor Car Company is the most professional dealership that I know of. I have been buying cars from them since 1980 and with the exception of one car, all have come from Keeler and have ranged from Honda, Volvo, Jaguar and now BMW. I love the people and most of all the honesty and professionalism.This is the only dealership I have ever found that I would hold in this regard.
Sharon Burstein
"Sales Consultant Bruce Gardner"
Bruce Gardner was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about the vehicle. Our two sons have both purchased BMW's from Bruce as well because of he customer service and dedication. It has been a pleassure working with him.
Helen & Bill Koonz
"Keeler Motor Car really spoils me!"
Keeler has always treated me as if I am their only customer. Their service from start to finish is always perfect. When my car is due for maintenance they pick up and deliver my car to me at work...what a great service! Keeler is outstanding at customer service and really deserves to be recognized for what they do. They really spoil me! Thank you Keeler for giving 100% in all that you do for your customers. You know the meaning of outstanding customer service!!
Kim Comiskey
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