May 2, 2011 –Buena Park, Calif., – Shelly BMW of Orange County in Buena Park is excited to announce the 2011 BMW 335d Sedan has been named “Diesel Car Of The Year”.

BMW’s victory was announced during the New York International Auto Show. The BMW 335d received 29.6 percent of the votes cast by readers of The Diesel Driver from 43 countries. 83 percent of the votes came from readers in the United States.

Each year, the Diesel Driver’s readers select the Diesel Car of the Year and recognize the top three diesel automobiles offered in the U.S. For the 2011 Diesel Car of the Year, readers chose among 12 passenger vehicles and SUVs. Criteria ranged from fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions to performance, handling, styling, comfort, and the overall package.

“The 335d Sedan offers great performance and efficiency, it’s no surprise it is changing the way drivers feel about diesel,” said Steve Rudkin, Shelly BMW’s General Manager.

The sales momentum for the BMW 335d continues. In the first quarter of 2011, sales were up 34 percent over the same period last year. This comes after the 335d posted an impressive gain of 130 percent for calendar year 2010 when compared to 2009.

As one of the largest and fastest-growing BMW dealerships in the nation, Shelly BMW has served Southern California loyally for more than 15 years with some of the highest customer satisfaction ratings in the automotive industry. For more information about Shelly BMW, visit us today at 6750 Auto Center Drive in Buena Park or shellybmw.com.

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As a proud member of the Shelly Automotive Group and one of the largest BMW centers on the West Coast, Shelly BMW loyally serves Orange County -including Anaheim, Atwwod, Brea, Buena Park, Cypress, Diamond Bar, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Hawaiian Gardens, La Habra, La Mirada, La Palma, Lakewood, Midway, Placentia, Pomona, Rowland Heights, Stanton, Whittier, Westminster and Yorba Linda.

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