Customer Testimonial - The Mercedes-Benz Center at Keeler Motor Car Company

I have been a Mercedes-Benz owner since 1985. I lived in Long Island until 1995 and then moved to south Florida and now have a summer house in the Berkshires. All during this time I have owned new Mercedes along the way. I presently have four Mercedes-Benz cars. Two are new and two are classic convertibles. My service experience at Keeler Motor Car Company was by far....nothing ever came close, the best of any Mercedes dealer I have ever done business with in the past 25 years. Great Job Keeler Mercedes-Benz!!!! This is also my first letter telling any dealership that their service was excellent.

MINI shows of updated 2011 Cooper lineup

The current (second generation) of the modern Mini has been with us for a couple of years now, so that must mean it's time for a refresh. BMW, which owns the reborn British brand, has updated the front fascia on all three Mini models for the coming model year to visually differentiate them and improve their pedestrian protection performance.

Of special note are the new integrated ducts on the fascias of the Cooper S and John Cooper Works models, offering a slightly meaner look to the Mini's cute and cuddly face. The black reflector headlamps that debuted on the 50th anniversary Camden model are now available as an option across the board and all of the Mini variants now have LED lighting at the rear.

Inside, the Minis are now available with a high-resolution screen within in the oversized central speedometer that can display video from an iPod or whatever other device that has been plugged in via the USB port.

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BMW and BlackBerry Team Up to Deliver E-mail to the Dash

The lovefest between smartphones and cars continues, with BMW announcing a hook-up with Research in Motion's BlackBerry that will allow e-mail messages to be displayed on an in-dash screen and heard. Starting this fall, drivers who own both the BlackBerry Pearl 3G and a BMW with the company's ConnectedDrive feature will be able to access e-mail via a Bluetooth connection using the vehicle's iDrive interface.

A text version of the e-mail will appear on the BMW's dash-mounted Control Display and also will be read aloud if the vehicle has an optional voice-output function. The feature will be available on all BMWs with the Professional in-dash navigation system and mobile phone preparation Bluetooth interface.

This comes as no great surprise, since BMW tipped its hand at the CTIA Wireless event last April. Judging from this YouTube video from CTIA, the e-mail text won't be available while the car is in gear -- which is a good thing -- and there's no way to reply to an e-mail as of yet.

ConnectedDrive already allows transfer of calendars, contacts, text messages, tasks and memos from a smartphone to the car, as well as an Internet-connected Google search capability. According to a BMW, adding the e-mail function for other smartphones beyond the BlackBerry Pearl 3G is being planned, and the video below shows it working with the iPhone.

New Keeler Honda Purchase

A letter from one of our fantastic Keeler Honda customers:

Thank you for your letter Ms. Dunning regarding my new 2010 Honda Civic. Many kudos to my Keeler Honda salesman, Greg Germer.

This is the second time Greg has been above and beyone a professional, competent, informed and caring person to work with. the first time was when he sold me my 2004 Honda Civic. He went the extra mile, took the time to explain and work with me regarding the transfer of my 2004 car to my daughter. He made the transition an easy one. Hold on to this guy!!! He makes Keeler Motor Car Company and Keeler Honda shine!

Sincerely,
Patricia C.

The Mercedes-Benz Summer Event at Keeler Motor Car

The Mercedes-Benz Summer Event kicked off June 1, 2010 at The Mercedes-Benz Center at Keeler Motor Car Company and we are celebrating the summer until August 2, 2010 with great offers and deals from Mercedes-Benz. It’s time to come in and own the Mercedes-Benz of your dreams! Each new and pre-owned Mercedes-Benz has qualified for special financing and incentives. The great deals by The Mercedes-Benz Center at Keeler Motor Car make leasing a brand new Mercedes much more affordable and enjoyable than you might expect. And as always, when you come in, test drives of your dream Mercedes-Benz cost nothing.

The C300 Sedan redefines the concept of a road trip with excellence in engineering and performance driving and handling. The C300 features the amenities to satisfy your every need, the performance to race past your every expectation and is available starting at $349 per month.

With abundant wood trim, expansive sunroof, and powerful 4-valve-per-cylinder engine, the E350 Sedan offers an unrivaled combination of performance and luxury. With payments as lows as $689 per month, you can easily keep the dog days of summer at bay.

From its NHTSA 5-star rating to the IIHS top safety pick, the ML350 SUV is further proof that utility does not have to come at the expense of performance and comfort. It drives like a sedan and is ideal for family road trips with expansive cargo space and luxury at a great monthly payment of $559.

The GLK350 SUV, a small-sized SUV with full-sized performance, is powered by a 3.5L V-6 engine and 7-speed automatic transmission. It has an impressive ride and distinctive look along with luxurious comfort, which makes it great for the open road. Great engineering is great engineering at any size and at a low payment of $459 per month.

And at The Mercedes-Benz Center at Keeler Motor Car, when you buy a new or used Mercedes-Benz you get a complimentary Mercedes-Benz loaner when yours is in for service (while supplies last) and car washes. These are just other great services we offer to our customers and we know that they expect no less from us.
The Summer Event is the event for those who have been waiting on their dream Mercedes-Benz. And the wait is over at The Mercedes-Benz Center at Keeler Motor Car Company. Click to view our New or Pre-Owned Inventory.

The all new 2011 Honda Odyssey - interior video

Honda creates fun, sporty hybrid with CR-Z

SAN FRANCISCO -- Although it's no sports car, the Honda CR-Z may change some people's minds about just how sporty a hybrid vehicle can be.

On the other hand, by giving the two-seater such a sporty appearance, Honda may be overstating how hot the CR-Z is.

The basics: For the United States, Honda made the CR-Z just a two-seater, whereas Japan and Europe get a plus-two version of a back seat.

Honda saved development costs by using the engine and much of the Integrated Motor Assist hybrid system from the Insight hybrid five-door hatchback. The CR-Z comes with a choice of a six-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable automatic.

Notable features: To improve performance, Honda shaved weight in such places as the 16-inch wheels and by using forged aluminum lower control arms for the front suspension.

A "sport" mode provides a noticeable boost in power by monitoring throttle input. An "eco" mode cuts the power but sips gas. The federal fuel economy tests were done in "normal" mode.

The instruments have nice touches, like a 3-D speedometer and tachometer ring that glows green, blue or red depending on how cautiously or aggressively the CR-Z is being driven. The stereo is a six-speaker, 160-watt system with a USB port. Instead of two rear seats, the U.S.-edition CR-Z has an expanded cargo area that can be reconfigured.

Standard features include security system, variable wipers, LED brake lights, automatic climate control, cruise control and the usual traction and braking-assist technologies. Read more: http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100621/OEM01/306219987/1430#ixzz0rVl996GV

An Ode to Keeler Motor Car

We just received what could be one of the best letters we have ever seen come across our desks. It is too great of a letter to attempt to paraphrase so i'll just type as it was written...with a trusty #2 pencil! Thank you Steven! You made our day.

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.

Keeler Motor Car team to ride in the 2010 Tour de Cure

On Sunday, June 6th, a team from Keeler Motor Car Company will ride in the American Diabetes Association Tour de Cure in Saratoga Springs. This is the 2nd year that Keeler Motor Car has participated and we are so excited to be joining this important event again.

If you would like to donate to our team please click here, pick a rider on our team and make a worthwhile donation. Your contributions are very much appreciated!!

Wish us luck - go Team Keeler!!!

Mercedes-Benz new video - "Sorry"

In traffic, precarious situations can come unexpectedly: before you know it there is an uninvited passenger. But with the brake assistant BAS + in the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class you can even trick the reaper.