Released on: August 13, 2008, 4:30 am

Press Release Author: Weatherford BMW

Industry: Automotive

Press Release Summary: Weatherford BMW, the leading BMW dealership in Berkeley,
California, is pleased to announce that BMW has been named the top leader of
Strategic Vision\'s Total Quality IndexT in the categories of "Best Brand" and
"Luxury Utility" for its 2008 BMW X5 Sports Activity Vehicle.



Press Release Body: Berkeley, CA, 13 Aug, 2008 - Weatherford BMW, the leading BMW
dealership in Berkeley, California, is pleased to announce that BMW has been named
the top leader of Strategic Vision\'s Total Quality IndexT in the categories of "Best
Brand" and "Luxury Utility" for its 2008 BMW X5 Sports Activity Vehicle.

The San Diego research firm based its Total Quality ExperienceT rankings on the
ratings received by new vehicle owners in 19 product segments. The Strategic Vision
Total Quality IndexT is the premier measure of new vehicle owner satisfaction,
asking buyers to rate all aspects of the ownership experience - from buying and
owning to performance and driving. It is a unique and complete measure of the total
ownership experience that encompasses positive and negative product experience,
reliability, and dealership experience energized by the emotional response.

\"BMW is honored to be named leader in the categories of Best Brand and Luxury
Utility on Strategic Vision\'s Top Quality Index,\" said Tom Purves, President and CEO
of BMWNA. \"As the index rankings directly reflect the views and opinions of our
target audience, these honors serve as a tribute to the hard work of everyone at BMW
and are affirmation that we are continuing to be successful in providing the
ultimate ownership experience for our customers.\"

About 2008 BMW X5
The 2008 BMW X5 redefines the expanding group of big, powerful SUVs. This
5-passenger SUV is available in two trims: 3.0si and 4.8i. The 3.0si has a 260 hp
3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine, while the 4.8i boasts of a 350 hp 4.8-liter
V8. Both trims share the same standard six-speed automatic transmission with
Steptronic shifting, as well as BMW\'s xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system. The
Active front headrests and the Panorama glass moonroof are now standard in the X5.

About Weatherford BMW
Weatherford BMW is a leading BMW dealership in Berkeley, California, exhibiting the
entire assortment of new and certified pre-owned BMW cars, such as the 1 Series, 3
Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, M Series, X3, X5, X6, and Z4. Specializing in
BMW vehicles, parts, finance, and service, Weatherford BMW has earned the reputation
of being the No.1 BMW dealership in Berkeley.

Contact:
Weatherford BMW
750 Potter Street
Berkeley, California CA 94710
Phone: (800) 680-1705
Website: http://www.weatherfordbmw.com/

Web Site: http://www.weatherfordbmw.com/

Contact Details: 750 Potter Street
Berkeley, California CA 94710
Phone: (800) 680-1705
Website: http://www.weatherfordbmw.com