Victory has 100 Fathers and Defeat is an Orphan

The Buck Stops Here!

I take full responsibility for the Price Tower Event.

I made a serious error in judgment.

I knew the risk, and I signed off on it.

There are NO EXCUSES….Period…Paragraph.

• I apologize to everyone:In our wonderful Bartlesville community.
• To The Price Tower Organization.
• Any and all Social Networks that were abused.

I ask for your forgiveness. I learned a lesson.  this behavior will never happen again.

I’m truly sorry.

Brad Doenges

P.S. I have read every comment, I sincerely appreciate all the feed-back. You’re Right .. I had to swallow my ego [big time] but it goes with the territory. I encourage and applaud your participation. Life is not measured by the breath we take but it’s breath taking moments.

For more information please contact Brad Doenges of Doenges Ford Lincoln Mercury Toyota in Bartlesville Oklahoma at (918) 333-0900.

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The Ford F-150 Platinum Truck Drop from Bartlesville’s Frank Lloyd Wright Price Tower

The phone’s been ringing off the hook. If you live in Northern Oklahoma, chances are you know why. A few days ago we announced that we would be dropping our F-150 off of Bartlesville’s Price Tower to demonstrate how tough Ford Trucks are. Seems the folks around these parts agree…they’re worried about about what one of our trucks would do to the Frank Lloyd Wright tower, and as a Price Tower Board Member, I don’t blame them. I thought I would take a few minutes and explain how this promotion will work, and why I believe it’s “safe”.

Here’s our components:

The Product: A 2009 Ford F150 Platinum Edition with a standard equipment package that would impress Frank Lloyd Wright. The all new F-150 has too many standard features to list here. This is a Ford workhorse pick-up with a plethora of  luxurious appointments.

The Blueprint Location: Price Tower in Bartlesville Oklahoma. Visible from no less than 10 miles on the Northeast Oklahoma open prairie.

The Price Tower is a nineteen story, 221 foot high tower in Bartlesville, that was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. It is the only realized skyscraper by Wright, and is one of only two vertically-oriented Wright structures extant (the other is the S.C. Johnson Wax Research Tower in Racine, Wisconsin).

Bartlesville’s Price Tower a National Landmark

The Price Tower was commissioned by Harold C. Price of the H. C. Price Company, a local oil pipeline and chemical firm. It opened to the public in February 1956. Price Tower was added to the National Register of Historical Places in 1974 and was designated a National Landmark in 2007.

The Price Tower Arts Center is the art complex at Price Tower. It is a civic art museum, and with a keen focus on art, architecture and design. Features includes a museum, tours of the historic tower, and a hotel that is unique.

Flawless Execution:  “How the Heck are You Going to Do That?”

This promotion was first discussed after I ran the story on my Grandfather, Bill Doenges on April 26. “Doenges Celebrates their 68th year in Bartlesville”. That story prompted a lot of local conversation. One of those conversations took place at Price Tower, which is a hop, skip and a jump from  Doenges Ford, Lincoln, Mercury & Toyota.

Wait a minute….Eggs and a Ford F150…I don’t get it?

That conversation was centered on an event at Price Tower that is called the “Eggstravaganza”. This is a wonderful event hosted by the Price Tower which challenges both youth and adults to drop an egg in a container – designed by the participant – from the ninth floor of the Price Tower. While this event is always well attended, I was discussing it with Price Tower Executive Director Tim Boruff on how we might be able to make this years event even bigger. On my drive back to the dealership…”Bam!!” it hit me…it was a little off the wall…but what the heck.

Call me Crazy!

I challenged Chris Oldroyd, our Advertising and Marketing guy, to come up with a promotion that would include Price Tower while positioning our brand. The idea was to compare the durability of a Ford truck to the fragile eggs which are to be dropped on July 18th at the “Eggstravaganza” event. After a few weeks, Chris brought his presentation to me. With the assistance of several structural engineers, architects, and a team of others I was left to choose Plan A, Plan B or Plan C.

Is it Door # 1, Door #2 or Door # 3?

Plan A: Was radical and that is an understatement. Chris and his team assured me that they could pull this off.  Although very creative, and it would be memorable for years to come I nixed the Plan. It just had too many what if’s?

Plan B: Had all of the elements of Plan A without the risk.

Plan C: Was creative but would not be memorable.

I choose Plan B…….Soooo what is Plan B?

If I revealed the mechanics of the promotion it would ruin your curiosity, fun and excitement of this event. It reminds me of a sign I saw a in a retail Magic Tricks store. The sign read: “Once the Trick is Sold the Secret is Told” therefore No Refunds. I will let your imagination fill in any gaps. Better yet just show up. This event will start at 6:30PM sharp on Friday July 10th, rain or shine. I don’t really know what all the hub-bub is about… surely we can’t be the first people to drop a truck from a building, can we?

By the way, click here for a sneak peek at Plan B

If you can’t make it to the event I will post a recap over the July 11th -12th weekend.

P.S. My grandfather believed that giving back and being a active participant in the community was the civically responsible thing to do. It was essential for the survival of the local car dealership. The Price Tower is a cause that is close to my heart and one that I take a particular interest and active involvement in. This promotion will retain the integrity of Price Tower and give us a chance to give back to the community….and provide fun and entertainment for all.

For more information please contact Brad Doenges of Doenges Ford Lincoln Mercury Toyota in Bartlesville Oklahoma at (918) 333-0900.

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OK Mozart: Visit the Cultural Cradle in Bartlesville

OK Mozart: An Unique Short Story from a Ford Dealer in Bartlesville Oklahoma.

Every Year for the last 25 years we have participated in an unique 9 day cultural event in this town of 35,000 people. The event brings the eclectic likes of The Amici New York Orchestra, The Houston Ballet, The Chick Corea Jazz Duo, Kristin Chenoweth and many, many more talented artists and performers.

Amici New York Orchestra

Houston Ballet

Van Cliburn Silver Medalist

Chick Corea  and Gary Burton Jazz Duo 14 Grammy Award Winner

Kristin Chenoweth Tony Award Winner

For my visitors who may be asking “Where the heck is Bartlesville” and are not familiar with the exact Geo location of Bartlesville Oklahoma;We are located 45 miles north of Tulsa about 20 miles south from the Kansas state line. As a matter of fact Frank Lloyd Wright spent some time here and left part of his DNA in our city. Just Google in Frank Lloyd Wright-Price Tower into Google to get the facts.

Only Three More Days

Even if you are remotely close to Bartlesville you owe it to yourself and your family to visit this event. For your convenience I have provided you a link to download a brochure that tells you everything about this exciting event. For the OK Mozart Bartlesville Guide just click on this link   ok-mozar

As one of the sponsors of OK Mozart {we provide gratis, new Toyota, Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury transportation for staff and guests) I attend as many events as I possibly can. If you see me come and let’s have an introduction I would enjoy meeting you.

For more information please contact Brad Doenges of Doenges Ford Lincoln Mercury Toyota in Bartlesville Oklahoma at (918) 333-0900.

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What Does The Chrysler Bankruptcy Mean For Owners?

If you have not heard Chrysler filed for bankruptcy yesterday.

There are a lot of views on the Chrysler bankruptcy: Liberal, Moderate and Conservative. Today I decided to post a collection of every point of view to see if I could at least level the playing field. So be my guest and let me know what you think.

Doenges Ford Lincoln Mercury Toyota in Bartlesville Oklahoma is Benefiting From Ford’s Investment

I invite my neighbors who perhaps never visited one of our showrooms to come take a look at what Ford has invested heavily in the last two years: Smart Technology. Fuel Efficiency, Safety, Styling. Quality and Value.

You will be surprised and delighted to know that Ford has put their money where their mouth is.

Now let’s see what people are saying.

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Bartlesville Oklahoma Ranks #1

So there you have it. The good, the bad and the ugly. The Liberal, the conservative, and the moderate point of view.

Bartlesville, Oklahoma is a small but vibrant community and I can’t think of a better place to own a business number two, and number one what a great place to live! The future of our business and of our community shines bright on Doenges Ford, Lincoln, Mercury and Toyota.

Every day I count my blessings.

For more information please contact Brad Doenges of Doenges Ford Lincoln Mercury Toyota in Bartlesville Oklahoma at (918) 333-0900.

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It’s Official “Driving Doenges” is the Last One Standing

And the Winner Is…

The “Name the Doenges Newsletter Contest” had a participation level that exceeded our expectations three fold. As it turns out, we actually had 46 subscribers suggest names for the newsletter, plus several employees.

How we Solved our Dilemma

I sincerely appreciate everyone’s enthusiastic involvement and suggestions. We originally announced that there would be 10 runner-up prizes. The quality and creativity of the names submitted made picking a winner very difficult. So, to show our appreciation for all your effort every contestant will be awarded an equal runner-up thank-you gift.

Everyone who suggested a name will be awarded a No Cost Oil and Filter change! Every runner-up winner will be notified via email about how to get their prize.

Keri Gardner Took 1st Place with “Driving Doenges” Now the Official Name of our Monthly Newsletter

“Driving Doenges”, the name the newsletter suggestion, was submitted by Keri Gardner, a 7th-Grade Teacher at Central Middle School in Bartlesville. Keri is the winner of one year no cost oil and filter changes at Doenges. Plus, we’re going to throw in a Full Detail! Congratulations Keri, on a job well done.

Our Core Values

We loved “Driving Doenges” because it reflects both our core automotive products and our focus on continuous improvement in our business around our customer’s needs. Our customers truly “Drive Doenges” — to be better at what we do and Doenges vehicles.

A Round of Applause for all the Runner Ups:

Allen Plumbley, Billy Autry, Carole Brookshire, Chad Johnson, Darlene Villalobos, Dennis Befort, Dennis Logan, Doug Boudreaux, Doug Rippetoe, Ed Nash, Frank Hulse, Gary Martin, Gary Sutton, George Meese, Jack Hoyt, Jeff Fields, Jeff Taylor, Jeffrey.Elwood, Jerry Delozier, Jerry Stevens, Jerry Strack, Joanie Schmidt, Jodi.C.McMillin, John Sanford, John  Banks, Justin Mosley, Karen Skaggs, Keri D. Gardner, Kurt Krominga, Linda King, Linda Lisure, Loyd Stephens, Mike Moody, Mike Perkins, Peggy Wieneke,  Rev. Dr. J. Dean McNamara, Rodney Dilbeck, Sarah Rowe, Shari L.Nye, Steve Burnham, Steven Brooks, Tammy Alexander, Tawnda Hopper, Thelma Holt and Wayne Yeazel.

These Are The Runner Up “Name the Newsletter Entries” As you read these entries you will realize how hard it was to pick a winner. You all have the gift of creativity.

And Here’s Brad
Around the Corner
Auto Focus
Benefits By Brad
Bill Doenges Newsletter
Brad’s Deals & more
Brads Hot Tips For Car Owners and Buyers
Brad’s News Pad
Brad’s Rad
Distinctively Doenges
Doenges Deals
Doenges-A-Gram
Doenge’s Blue Oval Online
Doenges’ Answers Advisory
Doenges Car Life
Doenges Car News
Doenges Customer Insider Dialogue
Doenges Dash-Board
Doenges Dependability Update
Doenges Dialogue
Doenges Difference
Doenges Dividend
Doenges Doings
Doenges Duzit
Doenges News
Doenges Newsletter from Brad
Doenges Roundup
Doenges Tool Box
Doenges World of Words
Doenges Blue News
Enlightening
Ford Internet Express
FYI-Doenges Cares
Gearing Up
Kicking it into Gear on the www. Highway.com
Linc-Me-To-Doenges Ford
News To Drive By
Oklahomans in Hardtimes
On The Road Again
Ride & Drive High
Running on Empty
See You Around the Corner
The Doenges Assitor
The Doenges Blue Streak
The Doenges Breeze
The Doenges Choice
The Doenges Chronicle
The Doenges Ignition & Blast Off
The Doenges Motor Mouth
The Doenges Patron
The Doenges Scoop
The Doenges Zephyr
The Read and Reap
The Vehicle Tickle
The Worlds Most Useful 2 Minute Newsletter
Things to Do to Maintain Your Vehicle
Up to Speed
Your Doenges Blue Oval Newsletter

Thanks again to everyone who submitted a name!

For more information please contact Brad Doenges of Doenges Ford Lincoln Mercury Toyota in Bartlesville Oklahoma at (918) 333-0900.

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