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In one of our recent blog posts talked about how impressive the BMW M Series is and why it is the perfect place for the performance-hungry driver. Here at Rick Hendrick BMW Charleston we want our Charleston, Summerville, and Mt. Pleasant customers to enjoy the perks of a great new car, but sometimes we understand that it is tough to choose between a BMW M5 and an M6 since both have incredible style and 560 horsepower, so our solution:

Get them both!

Lighter, larger, and more luxurious than before, the 2016 BMW X1 is coming soon and we couldn't be more excited about it. This compact crossover SUV is everything we could have ever wanted out of the ultimate road trip vehicle and, if you check out the video below, you'll see why we think so! With a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder kicking out 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, an eight-speed automatic transmission with front wheel drive, adaptive LED headlights, a power liftgate, power folding rear seats, lane-departure warning, automated parking, and much more, you'll be ready…

The folks over at AutoGuide get their hands on some cool vehicles all the time and, recently, they got to take the 2016 BMW X6 M out for a ride; we have to admit we're pretty envious! The X6 M is a homunculus of style, power, and utility that we don't often see. With a monstrous 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 engine under the hood, you'll be hitting 60mph in 4 seconds thanks to the 567 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. Take a look below at the video review, write down a few notes, and try not…

It's Wednesday, folks, but tomorrow happens to be the new year so we won't be around on the blog! Since that's the case, we've decided to have Throwback Thursday a day early and would love to share this classic MotorWeek review with you for the 1986 BMW 325e and 1986 635CSi. Whether you remember these cars or not, you'll get a bit of nostalgia sure to warm your heart as…

There's some big news brewing here at Rick Hendrick BMW Charleston.  After much anticipation, our beloved Bavarian brand has finally launched the all-new 2015 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe, and it's available right here at our dealership!  Have a look at the video below, in which the industry experts at Edmunds.com offer their two cents on this gorgeous greenhorn:

Prospective buyers will choose between two models, each of which is paired with its…

Once merely a concept car relegated to the drawing board, the 2015 BMW i8 has finally been ushered into the realm of reality.  The result?  We at Rick Hendrick BMW Charleston are wide-eyed and drooling over this latest marvel from our mutually-preferred German automaker.

The i8 is a seamless blend of stunning design, power and sustainability.  It offers a unique, hybrid drivetrain that features a turbocharged 1.5-liter inline three-cylinder to power the rear wheels…

The Un4gettable Test Drive is here. It’s your exclusive opportunity to experience the
power and aesthetics of the BMW 4 Series in a unique one-day event.
You’ll see just how Un4gettable the 4…

Recently on our blog we've been covering the details regarding the release of the BMW i8, a plug-in hybrid that brings a more efficient option to the lineup. Well today we thought we'd discuss its eco-friendly counterpart the BMW i3. This all-electric vehicle offers a thrilling driving experience in more ways than one.

In the video we've shared below, we get to see one lucky EV owner taken for the test drive of his life when professional racecar driver Erin Crocker takes the wheel. Along the way she takes note of all of the specialty features...