High-performance BMWs destined for NY auto show stolen from New Jersey lot

Even though the New York International Auto Show concluded nearly a week ago, the annual car expo is continuing to make headlines. As local authorities attempt to clean up the legal mess caused by the post-show riot that occurred in midtown Manhattan late Sunday night, they now have a new case on their hands.

The New York Post reported on Thursday that a group of thieves stole six BMWs late last month that were scheduled to be on display at the Javits Center on April 3rd. Apparently, the Beemers were taken during three separate heists from a Port Authority-owned parking facility in Jersey City.

Among the vehicles that were stolen was an extremely limited edition 550i Sophisto – a vehicle that was expected to be a main attraction at the 2010 show. The $90,000 sedan, which is thought to be the only one of its kind in the country, is still unaccounted for.

“We provided all the information to the authorities,” a BMW spokesman told the news source. Local police are still looking for at least three suspects who they believe are responsible for each heist.