BMW to show latest models, tech in Xpo event
BMW’s annual showcase of its newest models sold in the Philippines will be held on Sept. 15-17 at the BMW Pavilion on 9th Avenue corner 30th Street, Bonifacio Global City.
The brand’s local distributor, Asian Carmakers Corp. (ACC), said this year’s BMW Xpo will feature exhibitions each themed as Visionary, Precious and Thrilling. Included in Visionary is a display of the all-new BMW 5 Series and an augmented reality experience of the Vision Next 100 Concept Car. Precious will showcase the BMW 7 Series, the newest collection of BMW Lifestyle, and apparel and accessories by Hugo Boss. Attractions included in Thrilling are displays of the BMW M2 and M4 Competition Package, as well as select models in M Sport trim.
“BMW has consistently led unique and exciting customer experiences, pushing boundaries through daring and visionary creations that do not compromise the ultimate goal [of delivering] ‘Sheer Driving Pleasure.’ There’s no better way to share our journey and vision than through the BMW Xpo 2017,” said Maricar C. Parco, president of ACC.
Also to be featured at the event are BMW Motorrad models like the R nineT, as well as those belonging in the Adventure and Sport lines. ACC said it would offer limited financing programs on all brand-new BMW vehicles, too.
‘VWorld Weekend’ to feature new Volkswagens
SET to go on display at the “VWorld Weekend” are the accessorized versions of the VW Beetle and the Polo Hatchback Club Edition, as well as the new Jetta in Comfortline, Highline, Business Edition and Business Edition + trim levels.
Volkswagen Philippnes said the VWorld Weekend, to take place on Sept. 16-17 at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati City, will allow motoring enthusiasts looking for world-class vehicles access to Volkswagen models offered at special purchase and financing packages. The company cited that the Polo Hatchback is priced starting from P858,000, the Jetta at P1.1 million, and the Beetle at P1.24 million.
Special financing packages from BPI Family Savings Bank and BPI Auto Loans will also offer all-in down payment options for as low as P80,000 at no interest for up to 60 months, Volkswagen said. It added other attractions at the event include its Junior Driving Course.
Chevrolet offers low down payment options
SEVERAL Chevrolet models can still be bought through all-in low down payment schemes, the brand’s distributor in the Philippines said.
Among trucks, the Chevrolet Colorado 4×2 LT A/T is offered at a low down payment of P108,000; the Colorado 4×2 LTX A/T at P138,000; the Trailblazer 4×2 LT A/T at P88,000; and the Trailblazer 4×2 LTX A/T at P168,000.
Smaller Chevrolet models are available with the same all-in low down payment promo. Last year’s Chevrolet Trax LS A/T can be bought at an initial cost of P68,000 and the Trax LT A/T at P78,000; the new Chevrolet Sail LT M/T and A/T at P38,000; the Sail LTZ A/T at P68,000; the Spark LT M/T at P58,000; the Spark LT CVT at P68,000; and the Spark LTZ CVT at P78,000.
Chevrolet Philippines said the promo runs until September 30, and that purchase during the period include free comprehensive insurance coverage and three-year LTO registration and chattel mortgage fees.
Hyundai promotes ‘Fast Track’ service
HYUNDAI’S local distributor, Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc., is promoting its Fast Track Service preventive maintenance program in which a car can be serviced by a four-man team in 30 minutes.
The company said customers will not be charged for maintenance work that exceeds 30 minutes. It added Fast Track covers all Hyundai vehicles, including those whose warranties have lapsed but which have complete maintenance job history.
Fast Track is offered only in select Hyundai dealerships.
