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The Celebration Exotic Car Festival 2015 was held this past weekend in Celebration, Florida. Hundreds of exotic cars lined the streets for various charities. Dimmitt Automotive Group displayed a few preowned cars ranging from an Aston Martin Vanquish to a Ferrari 599. Dimmitt Automotive Group, home to McLaren Tampa Bay, also displayed several McLaren's. The Celebration Exotic Car Festival was founded in 2004. Organized by a dedicated team of volunteers, 100% of the net proceeds are donated after each event. Since its inception, the Celebration Exotic Car Festival has donated over $1 million to children’s charities including Make-a-Wish, Special Olympics and Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital. Over the years, the festival has grown to become one of the largest exotic car events in the world, attracting more than 250 of world’s rarest exotic cars, race cars, and Hollywood movie cars, and more than 40,000 spectators. In the past eleven years, hundreds of children in need have been helped directly through the efforts of this event. Dimmitt would like to thank all who were involved in this year's event. We encourage everyone to visit their website to learn about next year's show. http://www.celebrationexoticcars.com/ [gallery link="file" ids="288725,288726,288728,288729,288730,288731,288732,288733,288734,288735,288736,288737,288738,288739,288740,288741,288742,288743,288744,288745,288746,288747,288748,288749,288750,288751,288752,288753,288754,288755,288756,288757,288758,288759,288760,288761,288762,288763,288764,288766,288767,288768,288769,288770,288771,288772,288773,288774,288775,288776,288777,288778,288779"]

Dimmitt Automotive Group, home to McLaren Tampa Bay, held a Ride & Drive Event at the luxurious Isleworth Community. Neighbors were invited to test drive the 650S with a specialist from McLaren Tampa Bay. McLaren Tampa Bay always enjoys serving friends in the Windermere area. We look forward to launching the McLaren 570S at the prestigious Isleworth Country Club. Please email us if you live in the Orlando area and would like the opportunity to checkout this Porsche 911 Turbo killer. Events@Dimmitt.com [gallery link="file" ids="288676,288677,288678,288679"]

Join us for our Cars & Coffee Afterparty after the DuPont Registry Cars & Coffee. Every month, After the duPont REGISTRY Cars & Coffee, join us for the Dimmitt Cars & Coffee Afterparty at our Aston Martin Tampa Bay showroom in Pinellas Park. Located at 3333 Gandy Blvd, St Petersburg, Florida, we are just a few minutes from duPont Registry. From 8:30AM to 11am stop by and check out the exotic cars, shop for merchandise and enjoy a free light breakfast with fellow enthusiasts. We represent Aston Martin, Bentley, Cadillac, Land Rover, McLaren, and Rolls-Royce. We also sell a variety of pre-owned supercars including Ferrari, BMW, Lamborghini, Maserati, Porsche and more. Bring a friend, everyone is invited!

On the evening of Thursday, March 19th, Dimmitt Automotive Group hosted a fundraiser for the Tampa Bay Veterans Alliance at Dimmitt Cadillac in Clearwater. Guests were invited to support the funding of the memorial at Clearwater Crest Lake Park. The Tampa Bay Veterans Alliance, TBVA, is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization developed to provide the citizens of the Tampa Bay area communities an opportunity to show their appreciation to the veterans of the United States military services. Their mission is to establish a basis for honoring Veterans who served to preserve America’s freedom from WWII to the present. Dimmitt Automotive Group proudly supports our veterans and their efforts in constructing this memorial. We encourage everyone to visit their website and learn how you can get involved. http://tampabayveteransalliance.org/ [gallery link="file" ids="288661,288662,288663,288665,288666,288668,288669,288670,288671,288672,288673,288674"]

On the weekend of April 7th, Festivals of Speed was held in St. Petersburg, Florida. The cocktail reception was Friday night and featured delicious food, expensive alcohol, and unique cigars. Guest toured classic cars at the Tampa Automobile Museum. The live music and elegant aurora made for an unforgettable evening. On Sunday, the 12th Annual Festival of Speed display was held at Vinoy Park in downtown St. Pete. Dimmitt Automotive Group had one of the largest displays with over 30 cars ranging from Cadillac to Rolls-Royce. Friend’s were invited to enjoy a first class brunch and mingle with our team members. Dimmitt Automotive Group would like to thank everyone who was involved with Festival of Speed and everyone who stopped by to say hello. On Saturday, March 14th, Festival of Speed Amelia Island was held on the golf course of the Omni Hotel. Our McLaren 650S in Tarraco Orange was on display for attendees to see. That evening, our McLaren was in the cocktail reception along with various other supercars including a Koenigsegg and a Pagani Huayra. Proceeds from Festival of Speed Amelia Island went to the Communities in Schools Nassau County. School-wide CIS Services are short-term preventative measures provided and sourced by CIS in alignment with the school improvement plan. Students do not need to be enrolled in a specific CIS initiative to benefit from these services, but simply need to be enrolled at the school. Examples: clothing, food, eyeglasses, school supplies, short-term homework help, walk-in career coaching, guest speakers, or part-time job assistance. Visit their website for more information: http://www.cisnassau.org/ Click here to view our full gallery [gallery link="file" ids="288652,288651,288650"]

Dimmitt Automotive Group is pleased to have taken part in one of the most unique charity events on the Gulf Coast of Florida, Polo Under the Palms, with Bentley luxury vehicle displays. The event features a 12-goal polo tournament, an evening of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner and dancing. Since its inception in 2011, the event has raised over $1 million and continues to boost awareness of organizations that pursue advances in research, education, treatment and fighting back against of cancer. Polo Under the Palms The inspiration for Polo Under the Palms began when co-founder Jamie Uihlein was diagnosed with stage II tongue cancer in 2004 and sought treatment at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Six months after Jamie completed radiation therapy under the direction of Randal S. Weber, M.D ., chair of the Department of Head and Neck Surgery, a CAT scan revealed no cancer. The Uihleins positive experience inspired them to create Polo Under the Palms as a means to tell their Florida friends and community about MD Anderson and let them know that the best cancer research and care in the nation is available to them. Due to the continued success of Polo Under the Palms, the Uihlein family was inspired to create Little Owl Charities, Inc., an independent, nonprofit corporation that officially became the host of Polo Under the Palms in 2014. The mission of Little Owl Charities, Inc. is to raise money for and boost awareness of organizations that pursue advances in research, education and treatment of cancer. With that mission in mind, the 2015 Polo Under the Palms beneficiaries will be The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and Cancer & Biomedical Research at Mote Marine Laboratory. Please help support our continuing efforts to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families everywhere. Your generosity and help on spreading the word about Polo Under the Palms is greatly appreciated! For more information visit: www.polounderthepalms.com

Dimmitt Automotive Group was a proud sponsor of the 2015 Sarasota Exotic Carfest. This three day event, which benefits the United Cerebral Palsy of Southwest Florida, began with a Jetport Reception at the Rectrix Aerodrome in Sarasota on Friday, February 20th. Guests were treated to live music, food, and a display of jets, automobiles, and yachts all in the theme of Miami Vice. Saturday, the second day of the exotic carfest, began with a car show in downtown Sarasota. Hundreds of exotic cars filled main street. Dimmitt Automotive Group displayed a few luxury cars including a Bentley, McLaren and Rolls-Royce. Saturday evening guests took part in an interactive cocktail theater with renowned mixologist, Rob Floyd. On Sunday, February 22nd, exotic car owners participated in a road rally followed by a closing brunch. Guests enjoyed their experience with the Sarasota Exotic Carfest. Dimmitt Automotive Group has been sponsoring this event for many years and supports the United Cerebral Palsy of Southwest Florida. We encourage everyone to visit their website and learn how you can support them. http://www.ucpswfl.org/ [gallery link="file" ids="287939,287938,287940"]

On Saturday, February 14th, Dimmitt Automotive Group showcased a few luxury cars at the Cars on 5th show in Naples, Florida. Thousands of people enjoyed the hundreds of automobiles that were displayed. Dimmitt Automotive Group displayed a McLaren 650S, Rolls-Royce Wraith, Ferrari F430 and Bentley GTC. Dimmitt has been a sponsor of Cars on 5th for many years. This year, the show benefits St. Matthew's House in Naples, Florida. St. Matthew's Mission Statement reads: "To change lives in a spiritual environment that is both compassionate and disciplined, as well as provide housing for the homeless and food for the needy." We encourage everyone in the local community to get involved with their mission. For more information, visit http://stmatthewshouse.org/ [gallery columns="4" link="file" ids="287749,287751,287752,287750"]

South West Florida Hot Rod Nationals is one of the largest car shows in South Florida. SWFL Hot Rod Nationals also hosted Million Dollar Alley, a display of over 20 million in supercars. Dimmitt Automotive Group, home to McLaren Tampa Bay, displayed a McLaren 650S at the show. Dimmitt Automotive Group would like to thank the SWFL Hot Rods Nationals team for all that they do in providing a great show. The Salvation Army is the beneficiary of this event. Please visit their website to learn about the next show: http://www.roadhousepromotions.com/

On Friday, January 16th, Quintessence, Elements of Luxury, was held at the Peter O'Knight Airport in Tampa. Dimmitt Automotive Group was a proud sponsor of this event. Guests were welcomed with a band, aerialist dancer and an open bar, as well as a few of our ultra luxury cars on display. Quintessence is a luxury event which raises money for the Big Brother Big Sisters Organization, Julie Weintraub's Hands Across The Bay charity and the Ryan Nece foundation. We encourage everyone to visit their websites and get involved. Dimmitt Automotive Group would like to thank these organizations for all that they do in helping our community. http://www.bbbsfl.org/ http://handsacrossthebay.org/ http://ryannecefoundation.com/ [gallery link="file" ids="286839,286845,286840,286843,286842,286844"]

On Thursday, January 15th, Dimmitt Automotive Group hosted the University of Tampa and its donors. Dimmitt Automotive Group would like to thank all who attended. University of Tampa provides a first class education to more than 7,000 full time students. Dimmitt Automotive Group employs many UT Alumni and has several UT interns in various departments. The University is dedicated to quality education and gratefully accepts donations. Please visit their website for more information: http://www.ut.edu/ [gallery link="file" ids="286824,286823,286822,286821,286825,286820,286826,286827,286828"]

Dimmitt Automotive Group was a proud sponsor of the 2015 Palm Beach Supercar Week. Dimmitt Automotive Group displayed the McLaren 650S during the Palm Beach International Raceway Drag Racing, as well as the Supercar Sunday Car Show. Visitors and residences of Downtown Palm Beach were treated to a display of a few hundred exotic supercars and rare vintage muscle cars last Sunday. Guests enjoyed browsing hundreds of cars with luxurious yachts docked just feet away. A live band performance provided great entertainment while guests grabbed a bite to eat from the various food trucks. Dimmitt Automotive Group would like to thank the organizers of this great event. To learn about next year's event, checkout their website: http://supercarweek.com/ [gallery link="file" ids="286781,286773,286780,286774,286775,286777,286779,286778"]