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Car Week in Monterey, California is the pinnacle of car shows. This year, Dimmitt Automotive Group participated with several vehicles including an Aston Martin One-77, One of One Twilight Edition Rolls-Royce Dawn, McLaren 650S and more. A few of the highlights of the week included Quail and The Pebble Beach Concours. Both of these shows featured some of the most exclusive and expensive cars in existence. The manufacturers hosted receptions in the evenings for valued clients and prospective clients. Several representatives from Dimmitt Automotive Group met new clients and reunited with past clients. Follow Dimmitt on Facebook and Instagram to see more photos from Car Week and to stay updated with new events: facebook.com/DimmittAutomotive [gallery link="file" ids="289815,289772,289808,289757,289793,289758,289759,289760,289761,289762,289764,289765,289766,289767,289768,289769,289770,289771,289773,289774,289775,289776,289777,289778,289779,289780,289781,289782,289783,289784,289785,289786,289787,289788,289789,289790,289791,289792,289794,289800,289795,289796,289797,289798,289799,289801,289802,289803,289804,289805,289806,289807,289809,289810,289811,289812,289813,289814,289816"]

Last weekend, Dimmitt Automotive Group hosted the monthly Cars & Coffee Afterparty at our Luxury & Exotic Pre-Owned Cars building on Gandy Blvd. Cars & Coffee Afterparty is a monthly car show that follows DuPont Registry Cars & Coffee. Typically, over 100 cars attend -- everything from vintage American classics to new exotics. A Marine and his guide dog chatted with guests about his life changing experience while serving our Great Nation. The Southeastern Guide Dogs changed his life and allowed him to live a more normal life. Dimmitt Automotive Group raffled a mini McLaren model, two eye glasses that were donated from a local eye doctor, shirts, hats and more. All proceeds from the raffle items went to Southeastern Guide Dogs. Dimmitt Automotive Group would like to thank Southeastern Guide Dogs for changing many lives in our community. We encourage everyone to visit their website and support this great organization: www.guidedogs.org [gallery link="file" ids="301990,302004,301996,301993,301991,301992,301994,301995,301997,301998,301999,302000,302001,302002,302003"]

Dimmitt Land Rover was a proud sponsor of the 2016 Rap River Run in Newport Richey, Florida. Dimmitt Land Rover had several vehicles on display for athletes and their families to enjoy. The Rap River Run supports YFA. YFA (Youth and Family Alternatives) is the area’s leading provider of social services to children and families. They are dedicated to strengthening families throughout their many programs. Dimmitt Land Rover would like to thank those who are involved with Rap River Run as well as the various sponsors and participants. Please visit their website for more information: www.rapriverrun.com [gallery link="file" ids="301977,301978,301980,301981,301983,301984"]

Last weekend, Dimmitt Cadillac & Dimmitt Insurance sponsored The Abe Brown Legacy Golf Tournament. Founded in 2011, the Annual Abe Brown Legacy Golf Tournament includes a 4-person scramble, continental breakfast, lunch, premium golfer prizes and awards. Dimmitt Cadillac showcased the redesigned Cadillac Escalade and the all new Cadillac XT5. Dimmitt Cadillac & Dimmitt Insurance is a proud sponsor of Abe Brown Ministries Inc. Abe Brown Ministries is dedicated to teaching Christianity to offenders, ex-offenders and their families so that they can achieve productive and fulfilling lives. For more information on Abe Brown Ministries, please visit their website: www.abebrown.org [gallery columns="2" link="file" ids="301964,301965"]

This past weekend, McLaren Tampa Bay showcased the 570S at SRQ Caffeine and Gasoline at Phillippi Estate Park in Sarasota, Florida. SRQ Caffeine and Gasoline is a monthly car show that features everything from classic cars to the newest exotic cars. McLaren Tampa Bay showcased the McLaren 570S along side several other privately owned McLaren's. Corsa America Rally owner and several members made an appearance along with several Ferrari Club members. Thank you to everyone who attended the SRQ Caffeine and Gasoline car show. We enjoyed making new friends and showing the 570S. For more information on the 570S, please visit our website: www.tampabay.mclaren.com [gallery link="file" ids="289679,289674,289680,289675,289676,289677,289678,289681,289682,289683,289684,289685,289686,289687,289688,289689,289690,289691,289692,289693,289694,289695,289696,289697"]

Thank you to everyone who attended the May Cars & Coffee Afterparty! During our Magic in May event, guests enjoyed a light breakfast and entertainment from local magicians. The three magicians wore 3 different colored shirts and competed for a monetary prize which was decided by the audience's vote. At the end of the event, the votes were counted and the prize was awarded to the magician in the black shirt. Cars & Coffee is a car show that takes place every third Saturday of each month from 7am until 9am at DuPont Registry. Dimmitt Automotive Group hosts the Cars & Coffee Afterparty from 8:30am-11am. We encourage everyone to 'Like' us on Facebook to follow our upcoming events: www.facebook.com/DimmittAutomotive [gallery link="file" ids="289656,289658,289659,289660,289657"]

This past weekend was The Spirit of the Automobile in Daytona Beach, Florida. Dimmitt Automotive Group, home to McLaren Tampa Bay, showcased the new McLaren 570S during the Friday night cocktail reception and Saturday car show. The Spirit of the Automobile car show features hundreds of muscle cars, classic cars and even some exotic cars. McLaren Tampa Bay showcased a 2016 McLaren 570S in Blade Silver with a leather interior. The 570S is the new entry level McLaren that starts at $184,900 and delivers unmatched performance for it's class. McLaren Tampa Bay would like to thank the organizers of this great event. Please visit downtowndaytonaevents.com/spirit-of-the-automobile for more information on The Spirit of the Automobile. For information on the McLaren 570S, please contact McLaren Tampa Bay or visit our website: www.Dimmitt.com [gallery link="file" ids="289618,289623,289617,289619,289620,289621,289624,289625,289626,289630,289627,289628,289629,289631,289650,289632,289633,289634,289635,289636,289637,289638,289639,289651,289640,289641,289642,289643,289644,289645,289646,289647,289648,289649,289652"]

This past weekend, Dimmitt Land Rover participated in the Coastal Charity Challenge. The Coastal Charity Challenge offers participants the opportunity to win up to $10,000 for a charity of their choice. Participants had to complete a scavenger hunt and challenges in our local community. Dimmitt Land Rover was an official stop on the scavenger hunt. Participants were required to answer tenLand Rover specific questions in order to pass the Dimmitt Land Rover segment of the challenge. The questions were based on the history of Land Rover and trivia on the current models. The Dimmitt Land Rover team assisted the participants and answered questions about the new models. Dimmitt Land Rover was pleased to be a part of this great event. We would like to thank Coastal Properties Group for organizing this event as well as the generous sponsors who donated money. We encourage everyone to visit www.coastalcharitychallenge.com for more information. [gallery link="file" ids="300692,300693,300694,300695"]

This past weekend, Dimmitt Automotive Group sponsored The 2016 UIPM World Cup Final in Sarasota, Florida. Athletes traveled from all over the world to compete in the Pentathlon which serves as the precursor to the Olympic games. Dimmitt Automotive Group proudly supports the athletes and the Modern Pentathlon. The Modern Pentathlon consists of five disciplines. The disciplines reflect the tests which a courier might have encountered in carrying out his duties: fighting off enemy assailants (fencing and shooting), navigating a river (swimming), overcoming a number of land-based obstacles on an unfamiliar horse (equine jumping), and traveling a significant distance on foot (running). These five events capture the essence of the human experience - pushing mind, body, and spirit to produce an unforgettable display of skill, endurance, and athleticism. Dimmitt Automotive Group would like to thank all those involved with the 2016 UIPM World Cup Final for the opportunity to participate. Please visit www.sbpentathlon.com for more information. [gallery link="file" ids="299923,299926,299929,299930,299931,299932,299934,299935,299936,299937,299938,299939,299940,299941,299944,299946,299947,299948,299949"]

Dimmitt Automotive Group is a proud sponsor of The Firefly Gala. The Firefly Gala supports the Forty Carrots Family Center in Sarasota. The Fire Gala was generously chaired by Ariane Dart and supported by various local businesses including The Sarasota Studio, a Division of Dimmitt Automotive Group. The night featured delectable dining, living actions, and music by Joan Jett & The Blackhearts. Todd & Liz attended the event on behalf of The Sarasota Studio. The Sarasota Studio - Dimmitt Automotive Group would like to thank the Firefly Gala Committee and Mrs. Dart for all of their hard work and dedication. For more information on this great event, we encourage you to visit: fireflygala.org

Thanks to everyone who came out to support the Dimmitt Top Golf Rally! The Dimmitt Rally is organized by McLaren Tampa Bay/Dimmitt Automotive Group and is open to any sports car owners.  The predetermined route is chosen to take advantage of the most beautiful roads in the Tampa Bay area. This past rally, we had over 30 supercars in attendance showcasing various brands and models. If you would like to be invited to upcoming events, please click here. [gallery link="file" ids="289568,289569,289570,289571,289572,289573,289574,289575,289576,289577,289578,289579,289580,289581,289582"]

Last weekend, McLaren Tampa Bay sponsored the 13th annual Celebration Exotic Car Festival in Celebration, Florida. The Celebration Exotic Car Festival benefits several charities including Make-a-Wish, Special Olympics and Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital. This great event has raised over 1 million dollars, the organizers volunteer and donate all proceeds to charity. The car show attracts hundreds of cars and over 40,000 enthusiasts. McLaren Tampa Bay & Dimmitt Automotive Group would like to thank Jeff and Jim Ippoliti and all the volunteers who help make this event a huge success. Their dedication to the community is inspiring and we are proud to sponsor and support their event. Please visit their website to learn about next year's event which features Jay Leno. http://www.celebrationexoticcars.com/ [gallery link="file" ids="299046,299047,299052,299051,299050,299049,299048,299045,299044,299043,299042,299041,299040,299039,299038,299037,299036,299035,299034,299033,299032,299031,299030,299029,299028,299027,299026,299025,299024,299023,299022,299021,299020,299019,299018"]