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Dimmitt Automotive group was thrilled to sponsor Easterseals’ Tenth Annual A Pair to Remember Event this past Saturday. The Straz Center in Tampa proved to be the perfect venue for an event celebrating spring, indulging in luxury, and supporting a wonderful cause. We always love a good reason to roll out our beautiful Bentley lineup, and A Pair to Remember was no exception. Guests of the event were invited to explore our display and learn about Bentley’s fastidious attention to detail. Guests enjoyed a delicious Ladies Luncheon with before partaking in an exciting shoe auction. Paddles were flying as participants sipped champagne and bid on a truly stunning array of fashionable footwear. Fashion for a Cause There is no law in fashion or life that luxury and enjoyment should not serve a greater purpose. Easterseals’, the event’s charitable organizer, relies on funds raised at events like A Pair to Remember to support their cause to improve the lives of the many people within our community who live with disabilities. Easterseals currently serves 1.4 million children and adults living with disabilities within our community. They have programs to support both members and their families, with the aim to improve their members’ lives in five key areas: Live, Learn, Work, and Play, and Act. A Complete Success The event was a success! We enjoyed cooperating weather, a wonderful attention to detail, and an engaging and exciting atmosphere. Thank you to Easterseals for organizing and hosting such a novel and fun event, to the Straz Center in Tampa for their gorgeous venue, and to the participants whose support will go on to help disabled members of our community. We can’t wait for next year’s A Pair to Remember!

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Some clouds and a bit of drizzle couldn’t spoil this party! Despite the weather, spirits were high at the 6 th Annual Classic Clay Shoot this past Saturday at Tampa Bay Sporting Clays. Guests enjoyed a friendly shooting competition followed by dinner, raffles, and live entertainment. Thanks to Audi Wesley Chapel’s sponsorship, there was also a fine lineup of Audis to view and appreciate. Proceeds from the event benefitted the Wiregrass Ranch Foundation. Founded more than 60 years ago by members of a local family, the foundation dedicates itself to increasing opportunities throughout the community through philanthropy, stewardship, and innovation. The Wiregrass Ranch Foundation Since its creation, the foundation has worked with other local nonprofits to give back within the community where the need is great. In 2013, the Wiregrass Ranch Foundation partnered with onBikes, a local charity that provides bikes to underprivileged children. In 2015, the foundation raised enough funds to provide 15 scholarships to students at local high schools. Over the years, they have donated large sums of money to Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Tampa Bay. And Audi Wesley Chapel is thrilled to have supported such a positive force within the community. Thank you to everyone who came out to support such a great, community-driven cause!

Aluminum construction that keeps it light on its feet. A sophisticated suspension to keep in nimble. A supercharged engine ready to respond to your commands and demands. Welcome to the 2019 Jaguar F-TYPE. Make driving a pleasure again. The 2019 Jaguar F-TYPE is a world-class, high-performance sports car that is worthy of ownership. It certainly is worth a test drive. Get ready to be introduced to an automobile you will love driving. Welcome to the 2019 Jaguar F-TYPE. Sculpted by the Wind The body of the 2019 Jaguar F-TYPE appears to have been sculpted by the wind. It is balanced and proportional. Flowing lines and muscular haunches are a salute to its lineage. A low profile and sweeping LED headlights slice through the air. Choose from 18” or bold 20” alloy wheels. Sculpted side panels lead to a slightly raised rear, like a sprinter on the starting line. Slim and tapered new LED lighting technology adds a distinctive contemporary and elegant appearance. Choosing the 2019 Jaguar F-TYPE is just the start of making it yours. Select from one of three dramatic roof designs to fit your personality. Choose the aluminum roof option for a look that is pure coupe. It also seamlessly matches the body color. Bring in more natural light with the full-width panoramic roof on coupe models. Enjoy the ride and the view. You may decide on the optional carbon roof, engineered using carbon panels both inside and out, bonded for a lightweight, yet strong roofing system. Each makes a dramatic difference in the rear appearance of your Jaguar and provides some intriguing choices. An Ergonomic Interior That Embraces You The 2019 Jaguar FTYPE's wrap-around interior embraces occupants in an ergonomically designed cockpit. It also helps bond driver and machine. Select from interior materials and color combinations to customize your F-TYPE. Driver-focused controls start with two large analog dials along with instruments that are simple yet elegant. A three-spoke steering wheel places other key controls at your fingertips. Models with an automatic transmission include shift paddles behind the spokes allowing the driver to have an even more intimate driving experience. Stay connected and entertained with a state of the art 10” Touch Pro infotainment system. A Choice of Potent Engines Along with its choice of roof designs, 2019 Jaguar F-TYPE has some amazing engine options. Start with the brand new turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that produces 296 hp. While that's plenty for most in this lightweight, balanced automobile, you could choose to step up to the 3.0-liter supercharged V-6 that can be matched with either a manual or automatic transmission. It also includes the option of all-wheel drive. Want more? The 2019 Jaguar F-TYPE R and SVR offer powerful V-8 engines that boast 550 and 575 hp. Schedule Your Test Drive Today Of course, you'll want to experience the 2019 Jaguar F-TYPE in person. Contact us and schedule a test drive. See the difference the roof and engine options can make in choosing the F-TYPE perfect for you.  Light, sophisticated and balanced. Test drive the 2019 Jaguar F-TYPE today.

Dimmitt Automotive Group was proud to sponsor the 4 th Annual Wings, Wheels & Wine this past Saturday at the Clearwater Air Park. The event proved to be an unforgettable evening of excitement, with an elaborate showcase of exotic vehicles, luxury watercraft, and airplanes. Guests enjoyed live music, a silent auction, dinner and libations. An Elaborate Raffle Many events boast a raffle. Guests love trying their luck to win a prize. The raffle at Wings, Wheels & Wine, however, takes the fun a few steps further than most. Guests could purchase raffle tickets at the event or for a discount prior to the night. The general advice was to stock up, and now we know why! This was no ordinary raffle. There were over 50 items and experiences to win! Sold Out Over a week before the date of the event, The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation reported that demand was so high to attend the award-winning Wings, Wheels & Wine that tickets had completely sold out! While the foundation was able to create more in order to try to meet as much of the demand as possible, the popularity of the event helped the foundation to achieve an incredible milestone and raise over $300,000. Luxury for a Great Cause All proceeds collected benefit The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation, a local 501(c)(3) non-profit charity with a mission to secure the financial future of services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The foundation builds community awareness, encourages community involvement, and provides financial support to the most vulnerable within our community. The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation relies on grant funding, corporate and planned giving, and fundraising events like Wings, Wheels & Wine. The charity manages over twenty Residential Homes, two Adult Day programs in Clearwater and Tarpon Springs, Harborside Studios Art Gallery in Safety Harbor, a Supported Living and Supported Employment Program, a Clinic. Thank you to everyone who came out to support such a great cause!

The McLaren 720S Spider. When exceptional just isn't enough. There's nothing standard about the 720S Spider. This is a supercar that provides all the excitement of a full-throttle coupe, with the top-down thrills of a convertible. It delivers the best of both worlds and does so in a perfectly honed package that refreshes the human spirit. This is an efficiently engineered motorcar that is aggressively elegant. Every detail is purposeful. Each curve, every slant intentional. It has a top speed of 212 mph. Its hardtop retractable roof disappears in just 11 seconds. It even has enough luggage space for a weekend trip. You could take your eyes off of it. You just won't want to. The McLaren 720S Spider's exterior is designed to be efficient and purposeful. It also widens eyes and turns heads. The iconic McLaren dihedral doors provide easier entry and exit but they also serve to cool the radiator via air scooped through their double-skin vents. Mid-engine placement moves the cockpit forward with a low profile that is artfully aerodynamic and accented by a slightly raised rear. Crafted around McLaren's innovative Monocage II-S frame, the 720S Spider delivers a firmer drive that keeps drivers engaged and in control. The exterior of the McLaren 720S Spider has been described as “stunning”, “magnificent” and “bold.” Most simply say “wow.” A Refined, Luxurious Interior Stepping into the McLaren 720S Spider through its dihedral doors is easy and convenient. Once inside the doors softly close behind you, embracing you in a safer Monocage II-S cell. This is a luxurious and refined interior that is true to its mission. Every detail has a purpose. There's a sense of lightness to the interior of the McLaren 720S Spider, with racing-style seats and a front row view to the road ahead. Less can be more with the McLaren 720S Spider, so clutter is minimized. The controls available are driver-centric, with shared controls available for the passenger. At the push of a button, the retractable hardtop stores swiftly in a mere 11 seconds. Select the driving mode to fit your mood, choosing from Comfort, Track or Sport. Each provides just a slightly different soundtrack to your journey. With the McLaren 720S Spider, you are in control. Performance. Plus. You may be drawn in by its sultry design. Its racing interior may inspire you. It is the performance of the McLaren 720S Spider however, that will change the way you look at driving. McLaren's obsession with power to weight ratios, a Formula 1 inspired Monocage II-S carbon-fiber frame and a powerful V-8 engine combine to deliver a thrilling, yet confident driver experience. Thrilling acceleration, a knuckle-whitening top speed, and a seamless 7-speed transmission combine in creating a convertible that literally raises the roof and defies expectations. Powered by a 4.0 liter, twin-turbocharged V-8 engine the McLaren 720S Spider generates 710 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque. Strap yourself in for an adrenaline pumping 0-62 pass at just 2.9 seconds and soar from zero to 124 mph in 7.9 seconds. The McLaren 720S Spider is rated with a top speed of 212 mph. You'll have to remind yourself this coupe is actually a convertible. Schedule a Drive Today Call us today to schedule your own personal experience with the 2019 McLaren 720S Spider. You'll be impressed with how it performs under your control. While you are here, explore the wide range of world-class automobiles we have in stock for your consideration.

For automotive enthusiasts, Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance is one of those weekend-long events that must be experienced to be believed. Hosted at the luxurious Ritz-Carlton of Amelia Island, the annual event features vintage, exotic, and collectible vehicles on display. Spectators gather to peruse the long stretch of stunning automobile presentations during Saturday’s Cars & Coffee exhibition. And what ultra-luxury exhibition could be complete without Dimmitt Automotive’s stunning lineup of supercars? It’s such a thrill to display our beautiful inventory! But Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance isn't only about viewing some of the most beautiful vehicles in the nation. The event also raises funds for local charities such as Community Hospice & Palliative Care, Spina Bifida of Jacksonville, the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society, Shop with Cops, and other charitable organizations across North Florida. The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization made up of more than 300 volunteers. The main fundraiser within the concours d'elegance is the yearly silent auction, a family-friendly event (there are even lots set aside just for children to bid) that has something for everyone, from historic pieces of automobile history to fine jewelry and original art. Thank you to everyone who came out to Amelia Island to meet with other enthusiasts, delight in beautiful and historically significant vehicles, and–of course—to have a great time.

Dimmitt Automotive was a proud sponsor of the Naples Motorfest. Representing McLaren with the indomitable 720S, Dimmitt Automotive did a little showing off of our own. Spectators and exhibitors alike gathered in Naples on a beautiful spring Sunday to enjoy a day of performance vehicles and live music. But Naples Motorfest wasn’t just a performance car show. The event benefitted Hope Driven, Inc, a local nonprofit which strives to improve the lives of families in Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties. Hope Driven, Inc relies on funding from donations and from events like Naples Motorfest to reach its goals and help single parents within the community. A big thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy a beautiful day full of music and supercars, all to benefit a great cause.

CARS & COFFEE AFTERPARTY! Come join us and other auto enthusiasts for a light breakfast. Not to mention all of the amazing cars to enjoy! This Saturday, March 16, from 8:00am - 11:00am at our Ultra Lux Showroom in St. Petersburg: Dimmitt Automotive Group 3255 Gandy Blvd. St. Petersburg, FL 33781 Get Directions Let's get this party started!

An estimated 16,000 kids, teens, and young adults live with epilepsy in the six counties surrounding Tampa. They need our support, our encouragement, and our understanding. And that’s where Epilepsy Services Foundation comes in. The charity has worked for 45 years to create a better future for those affected by epilepsy. Epilepsy Services Foundation holds regular events to increase awareness of the chronic illness, offers information and support to those suffering from seizures, and raises funds to provide numerous scholarships to those affected by epilepsy and to those pursuing the field of neurology. This past Saturday, Dimmitt Automotive participated in the Epilepsy Services Foundation’s 20 th Annual Walk for Epilepsy at beautiful Lake Seminole Park. The foundation could not have chosen a more beautiful day or location for the walk, created to raise awareness for kids, teens, and young adults affected by seizures. Participants were in great spirits as they donned purple and walked 1 or 2 miles (their choice) for a great cause. Thank you so much to everyone who came out to support those affected by epilepsy. It’s so vital that we remind everyone suffering from a chronic illness that they are not alone or ignored within our community. We can’t wait for next year’s walk! To learn more about what you can do for those with epilepsy within our community, or if you are affected by seizures and are in need of support, please visit epilepsysf.org or contact Alysia Peddy at alysiaepilepsysf.org

A major award for the Tampa Bay Area’s newest high-tech Audi dealer: Just one year after opening, Audi Wesley Chapel has earned the Magna Society Elite award. This is the highest possible honor bestowed by Audi of America, and amongst Audi of America’ network of nearly 300 dealers nationwide, only 16 are designated “Best of the Best”. To earn Magna Society Elite, a dealer must consistently demonstrate a world class level of guest service, as well as deliver industry leading business performance. Audi Wesley Chapel is the only Audi dealer in Florida, and one of just 4 Audi dealerships in the Southeast United States and to take home this highest honor. The superior achievement is a thrill and an honor for the innovative experts who have set out to shake up the luxury automotive market on Florida’s west coast. But it will come as no surprise to the many satisfied clients who have learned first-hand that Audi Wesley Chapel is far from the typical luxury car dealership. A member of the 95 year old Tampa Bay based Dimmitt Automotive Group, Audi Wesley Chapel opened the doors on a stunning new 40,000-square foot location at 2500 Lajuana Boulevard in Wesley Chapel in November of 2017. The ultra-modern facility resembles a sparkling glass contemporary art gallery. Its appearance signals Audi Wesley Chapel’s progressive and revolutionary approach to connecting guests to the vehicle of their dreams. Customers and Audi Brand Specialist are armed with iPads as they roam the open-concept facility. This leaves them free to peruse the large selection of exciting Audi products, as well as access to information on everything from vehicle features and options, to data on competitive makes and models. The entire transaction is conducted on the computer table…no more paperwork or back and forth to the manager’s offices, just transparency in a guest driven experience. “We are deeply honored to have received this prestigious recognition from Audi of America during our first year in business. All credit goes to our awesome team of committed associates. They demonstrate the highest level of professionalism every single day” says Dimmitt CEO Scott Larguier. Audi Wesley Chapel is among the many Dimmitt dealerships committed to elevating the quality of the vehicle acquisition experience. Dimmitt Automotive Group also proudly represents Cadillac, Land Rover, Jaguar, Toyota, Aston Martin, Bentley, Rolls-Royce and McLaren in and around Tampa Bay, Florida.