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It was in a post just last month that we at BMW of Salem first introduced you to our flagship full-size sedan, the all-new 2016 BMW 7 Series.

That said, we do hope you decide to join us again today, as we've more informational tidbits about the 7 Series to share.

Pair up with Autotrader personality, Jabari Jones, as he takes this standout sedan for a spin:

If pulse-pounding performance is what you're after, the 7 Series' range-topping trim -- the 750i xDrive -- is happy to oblige.

Motivated by a turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine, the 750i xDrive makes…

Chances are you’re not a racecar driver. We don’t know for sure, but we’ll wager it. These next two guys are just like you: not racecar drivers. Watch rugby players Tom Wood and Alex Corbs compete against one another to drift the BMW M4 around the track while they try to knock down all the targets. They’re driving on a closed course, so don’t take this to the streets.

Will @tomwood678 take the win or can @AlexCorbs push the #BMW #M4 to the limit? https://t.co/8NBkPJqU5Bhttps://t.co/nIN0uKysiQ

— BMW UK (@BMW_UK…

It seems to us at BMW of Salem that our beloved Bavarian brand really outdid itself with the radically redesigned 2016 BMW 7 Series. It's easily one of the most incredible full-size luxury sedans on the market today.

And we think you'll understand just what we mean after seeing it for yourself. Click "play" on the clip below to do just that:

At the core of the base 740i model, a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine holds court with an eight-speed automatic transmission. They work together to turn out a truly tremendous 320 horsepower and 330 pound-feet of…

If you've been longing for a return to the glory days of sports cars in Salem, OR, the 2016 BMW M2 might just be the miracle you've been waiting for.

With a standard 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine, creating an impressive 365 horsepower and 343 pound-feet of torque, the newest BMW M Performance coupe is creating quite the stir among sport purists. With a body weight of around 3,000 pounds, and a weight distribution of a near-perfect 50/50, the BMW M2 boasts a sprightly average 0-60 time of about 4.3 seconds.

In a recent blog post we mentioned how great the BMW M Series is and its ability to excel at speed, style, and it isn't just with help from the performance parts. The BMW M5 and M6 each have 560 horsepower, plus the style they boast is incomparable to any other. Here at BMW of Salem we want to help you locate the dream car that you have been thinking about, and we can even help you choose between two models very easily. Our solution? Get them both.

Like sports cars?  Great; us, too!  How about convertibles?  Fancy that; we love those, as well!  For the sunnier summer months, we at BMW of Salem couldn't imagine anything better.

As such, it is our distinct pleasure to introduce you to our dazzling drop-top, the 2015 BMW 2 Series Convertible.  Have a look at it right here:

With this vehicle, one possesses not only the ability to go from coupe to convertible in only…

In true BMW fashion, the BMW 3 Series can be customized to your heart's content. There's a powertrain configuration for a wide array of drivers, and its three available body styles are the icing on this custom German chocolate cake.

But even with all of this powertrain personalization, there are a few key characteristics shared by every 3 Series model -- and that's sharp handling and a plush ride. Whether you choose the…

Have you had a chance to scope the most recent series of advertisements to emerge from our beloved Bavarian brand's creative team?  They're promoting the 2015 BMW X5, but it's the SUV's third-row passenger - a spunky, sarcastic senior - that sort of steals the show.  Wondering what we at BMW of Salem are hinting at here?  Well, then, watch the video below to find out:

While the entry-level X5 - with its 300-horsepower…

We've been telling you a lot lately about the experience, value and versatility of the expert parts and service team here at BMW of Salem. While our team of specialists can tend to everything from routine maintenance to major repairs, we know that the cost of some necessary repairs can climb pretty high. With BMW of Salem, we give all our service clients the opportunity to finance their major repairs with the CarCareONE plan…

Often imitated, but never matched; the BMW M5 has been a benchmark within the performance sedan segment for over three decades now. And this newest iteration of the model absolutely continues that proud tradition. See it in action, and learn a bit of the history, below.

Just amazing, isn't it? Perfectly combining enthusiast-level performance with every day convenience, the M5 is a sedan model that performs like a responsive coupe. Under the hood is…