Future Product Update- MINI Paceman
Feast your eyes on the all-new MINI Paceman
A Guide to Auto Shows
Did you know?
The Knauz Automotive Group has over 200 Certified Pre-Owned/Used Vehicles
3 Technologies That Are Revolutionizing the Driving Experience
Tips for Driving on Snow and Ice
Romantic Ideas for Valentine’s Day
Knauz Autopark Pets of the Month
Meet Squirrly & Cabbage
So You’re Thinking of Getting … a Saltwater Aquarium
How to Drive and Maintain Good Posture
5 Energy-Saving Garage Tips
Are You Better Suited For An Apartment, Condo, or House?
Ask a Technician: How do Car Heaters Work?
A Brief History of Golf
10 Things You Didn't Know About Commuting
Our Restaurant Review For February
Timothy O’Toole’s Pub in Gurnee
Recipes: Whole-Wheat Breakfast Muffins
Recipes: Seared Sushi-Grade Ahi Tuna with a Wasabi Soy Glaze
Recipes: Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie
The Knauz Automotive Group Awarded
The Illinois Governor’s Sustainability Award
Just Launched
The New Knauz Body Shop & Detail Center Website
3 Legendary BMW Designers
2013 BMW 6 Series
The New MINI paceman
Come see the new MINI Paceman February 18th, 2013 at Knauz MINI.
Call 847-604-5050 for details
MINI Countryman High-Speed Frozen Lake Training @ Red Bull Crashed Ice .
Take a look at what happens when you get the warriors of Red Bull Crashed Ice together with a high-octane MINI Countryman on top of a frozen lake for an impromptu ice-skate rope-tow training session. Kids, don't try this at home.
The first BMW 3 Series. 1975
The first BMW 3 Series followed the successful and sporty BMW 2 Series in 1975. It is the beginning of a success story, that continues to present day. This is how it began.
BMW Quality Management. BMW 3 Series
The BMW Quality Management provides accurate examination of series production.
Process control with modern technologies and experienced professionals ensure top quality for BMW customers. Using the example of the BMW 3 Series, the BMW Quality Management is explained and demonstrated
This Month's Featured Vehicle
From The Knauz Classic Car Museum
1982 Alfa Romeo Spider
This one is often referred to as the "Wedding Car". Back in 1982 when William Madden visited the Knauz Alfa Store in Lake Forest, a bride was not on the shopping list. Kim Knauz was his salesperson and not only sold him this car, but married him about a year later. When the car was traded back in almost 10 years ago, our body shop restored the vehicle, and William and Kim have been know to take it out on date nights
View more cars from the Museum
Save the Date
GLASA's "Secret Agent Night" Fundraising Benefit
Saturday, April 13 2013 in our Classic Car Showroom
6:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Casino, Auction, and Martini Bar!
Click here for more information.
MINI NEXT™
CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED MINI
FEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME.
Has your automotive relationship lost its spark? Rediscover the thrill of the chase with a Certified Pre-Owned MINI. Every MINI NEXT vehicle is less than 5 years old and has less than 60,000 miles at the time of enrollment, and is reconditioned with only genuine MINI parts. We know this because each certified vehicle is rigorously inspected by trained MINI technicians, and backed by an additional 2-year/50,000-mile warranty on top of the 4-year/50,000-mile New Passenger Car Limited Warranty. So every MINI NEXT vehicle is covered for a total of up to 6 years or 100,000 miles (whichever comes first).* Plus you get our 24/7 Roadside Assistance Plan.**
In fact, MINI NEXT is the only official certification program that guarantees your pre-owned MINI will purr like the first day it rolled off the line. So you can feel good about getting swept off your feet and back onto the road.
> CHECK OUT MINI NEXT INVENTORY
*MINI NEXT Warranty program provides coverage for 2 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the expiration date of the 4-year/50,000 mile MINI New Passenger Car Limited Warranty.
**MINI NEXT Roadside Assistance Plan provides coverage for 2 years/unlimited miles starting at the expiration of the 4 year/unlimited mile MINI New Passenger Car Roadside Assistance Plan.
BMW / MINI Tire Centers
Now is the time to switch to winter tires
A winter tire provides the added peace of mind that comes from better grip and vehicle control, which can make all the difference in winter driving conditions.
Winter tires have deeper treads than All-Season tires to enable them to more easily travel through snow, and are composed of softer compounds designed to maintain grip and malleability at lower temperatures.
The addition of silica and other additives to the tire tread decreases wear and provides enhanced traction in wet conditions.
ABS systems are only as good as the traction that is available. In freezing conditions this may mean huge differences in braking distance
What is the Value of Safety? It’s a small price to pay to prevent your family from sliding off the road.
You don’t wear snow boots in the summer…
So why wear flip flops in the winter???
Don't Forget The BMW
Value Service Specials on Select BMW Models
When your BMW vehicle no longer qualifies for the BMW Maintenance Program, here is a great new way to help you keep it an Ultimate Driving Machine ®. Introducing BMW Value Service: the professional and affordable way to maintain peak performance.
The cost is comparable to local service stations – but with BMW Value Service, you will know the cost of the included services up front. Best of all, when you bring your BMW to our center, you can rest assured knowing that your vehicle is in the hands of BMW trained technicians. Using only Original BMW Parts and BMW approved equipment, they are able to provide exactly what your vehicle needs. Every part is designed to fit your BMW to perfection. And each part comes with a two-year warranty for greater peace of mind.
Location and Hours
Driving DirectionsSales Dept. Hours
- M-Th: 9am-8pm
- Fri: 9am-6pm
- Sat: 9am-5pm
- Sun: closed
Service Dept. Hours
- M-Th: 7am-7pm
- F: 7am-6pm
- Sat: 8am-3pm
- Sun: closed
Now is the Time to Reserve Your Spot
Knauz Vehicle and Storage Center
If you need to store your classic car, summer car, or simply own more cars than you have garage spaces, Knauz Storage can help. We are the area's premier vehicle storage facility. We also store car tops and your seasonal tires and snow tires. Our facilities are safe, secure and heated.
Call 847-615-3670 for more information.




