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Monster Truck Crushes Teen's Corolla

Kelly Jones





 Well, someone broke the cardinal rule of the Redneck Yacht Club and released videotape of some monster truck shenanigans to the po-po. 

The following is a tale of a young girl's heartbreak as her first car, a champagne Toyota Corolla (same as my first) is mercilessly crushed at a redneck party gone awry.  This is what happens when "keepin' it real" at the mud hole goes wrong.

Makes me sad to hear.  But, how much y'all wanna bet that Corolla still runs? 

If you're looking for an unstoppable new or pre-owned Toyota Corolla, call your local Hampton…

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Porsche Apparel on Sale- Limited Time

Kelly Jones
 

Signs of spring are popping up every day here in Hampton Roads.  The golf courses are getting greener, the marinas are starting to bustle, and soon the cookouts and outdoor concerts will begin.  

So, I've got just one question:  What are you going to wear? 

We've got the solution right here at Checkered Flag Porsche Accessories Boutique. 

Now through March 15th, Checkered Flag Porsche has select apparel on sale, including an assortment of Porsche polo shirts for 50% off! 

Stop by the Accessories Boutique at our Virginia Beach Porsche location, Checkered Flag Porsche, before they're all gone…
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Snooki Pregnant? That's a Situation

Kelly Jones

 

We've got ourselves a situation here.  JWoww and Deana have got some mini-meatball shower planning to do because-drumroll, please-Snooki is PREGNANT!

Article source: [www.huffingtonpost.com]

Snooki Pregnant?: Rumors Suggest 'Jersey Shore' Star Is Expecting

Posted: 02/29/12 09:14 AM ET  |  Updated: 02/29/12 11:49 AM ET

UPDATE:

A source has also confirmed to TMZ that Snooki is pregnant, revealing that she denied early reports of her pregnancy so she wouldn't jinx it. Head over to TMZ for more.

PREVIOUSLY:

It looks like there might be one more "Jersey Shore" family member on the…

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NASA Confirms: Electric Throttles Safe

Kelly Jones
NASA Agrees: Electric Throttles Are Safe

This month, NASA released findings that confirmed electronic throttle systems in automobiles are safe.

Article source: [www.edmunds.com]

NASA Says Vehicle Electronic Throttles Safe

But It's Still Important To Know How To Stop a Runaway Car

More than two years ago, the nation was stunned by reports of "unintended acceleration" in everyday vehicles - most of them Toyotas. The accident that started the furor killed four people in California and subsequent incidents of reported unintended acceleration frightened drivers nationwide.

The incidents prompted a recall of nearly 10 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles in…
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Redesigned 2012 3 Series is Here

Kelly Jones
 

The all-new, redesigned 2012 BMW 3 Series has arrived at Checkered Flag BMW!

The sixth generation 3 Series is faster and more powerful than the out-going model. New for this year you can choose from three distinct lines: Sport Line, Luxury Line, and Modern Line. Watch this video to learn a little about the new 2012 3 Series, then call to schedule a test drive 757-687-3447.

Lease a new 2012 BMW 328i for only $475 per month with $0 down*
or
Lease a new 2011 BMW 328xi for only $399 per month with $0 down**

Call your Virginia Beach BMW…
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Scion iQ Countdown is On!

Kelly Jones
 

The countdown is on! 

There's only one more week to wait until you can purchase your brand new 2012 Scion iQ. 

Available starting March 1, the Scion iQ is getting ready to take Hampton Roads by storm.  Umm, itty bitty, but very powerful storm, that is. 

Not familiar with the new Scion iQ?  Well, just check out this new video from Checkered Flag Scion for all the details.  Oh, and pay attention.  There might be an iQ test later.
 
 

Pretty cool, huh?  Like the video said, we have the first Scion iQ here at Virginia Beach Scion (located at…
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Hail to the Chief with Fun Facts

Kelly Jones


Ah, Presidents day.  Only half of our Hampton Roads fans are off work today, and the rest of us are jealous.  But, hey, at least the shopping is great for everybody. 

Now, let's celebrate this special President's Day with a little trivia!

One of our Checkered Flag fans emailed a link over this morning that I think you will all find very interesting.  I bet you didn't know:

Thomas Jefferson had two pet bears.



When Lewis and Clark were exploring the West, two young bear cubs were sent East to President Jefferson. He kept the bears in…
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President's Day Closures Hampton Roads

Kelly Jones

 

Alright, Checkered Flag fans, don't freak out when your mail doesn't arrive, your trash isn't picked up, or you can't renew your license tomorrow.  In observance of President's Day, many of our state and city offices and local services will be closed Monday, February 20th. 

Thanks to www.pilotonline.com, we have this handy dandy list of Hampton Roads President's Day closures to share with our Checkered Flag customers. 

Oh, and, of course, all Checkered Flag locations will be open regular hours and many are offering one-day Hampton Roads new and used car President…

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