Fuccillo to introduce new spokeswoman in “huge” event

Billy Fuccillo became famous in Southwest Florida for his quick, off-the-cuff commercials and his famous tagline “It’s going to be huge, Caroline. It’s going to be huge.” Now the owner of the massive auto chain is introducing residence to the company’s latest spokesperson, McKinzie Roth.

Large celebrations are planned on Saturday in Port Charlotte and Cape Coral to let the public meet Roth, that will feature food, drinks, music, and giveaways.

The process of selecting a new spokesperson was harder than expected, according to Fuccillo, who said that his team searched through a group of over 1000 candidates during the process. One of the reasons Roth was selected was her ability to ad lib, an important skill for a spokesperson who may be asked to record as many as 150 of the company’s trademark commercials in one day.

“It’s not her first rodeo,” said Fuccillo. “She’s quick, she’s fast. There is no second cut with her, she’s a real pro.”

Roth

The auto mogul said that Roth has experience in radio and television, including time as a news anchor and a red-carpet reporter.

The celebration on Saturday will be held at the company’s Cape Coral dealership at 404 NE Pine Island Road from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Hooters girls will be there serving wings and cocktails while Fuccillo and Roth will be available for autographs. Those who RSVP will be eligible for $250 in online gift cards, and the dealer will be running one of its trademark promotions, a free cruise for everyone who leases or buys a car.

Fuccillo even hinted that he may tear up a few contracts during the event, meaning some lucky customers may walk away with a free car.

“I love ripping up those contracts, and they know what it means, people are happy,” said Fuccillo. “Some of the people start crying, it’s just wonderful.”

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Fuccillo Kia of Cape Coral ‘HUGER’ Than Ever

CAPE CORAL, FL – He may already be HUGE, but Billy Fuccillo will be getting bigger in 2013.
Fuccillo, of course, is the owner of Fuccillo Kia of Cape Coral, and his TV commercials, giveaways and promotions have made him a household name since the dealership opened in December 2010.
His Cape location has become the top Kia dealership in the nation and the top seller in his own network of 23 dealerships, mostly in New York. His biggest promotion this past year, HUGEfest 2012, included a full-on rock concert, plus $300,000 in cash and car giveaways.

“This dealership has been unbelievable,” he said. “It’s been a great year, and you ain’t seen nothing yet.”

Billy Fuccillo said the dealership could sell as many as 7,000 new Kia models this year.
“We could sell more if we could get more from the factory, but the supply has been tight,” he said.
“I think he is a game-changer,” said Mike Quaintance, president of the Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral. “His dealership draws people to Cape Coral, and there aren’t many businesses that draw people across the river. It is so regional in its reach.”

He will do even more next year to draw people across the river. In October, he purchased about 10.2 acres just east of his dealership on Pine Island Road for $2.2 million and expects to build a large auto service facility and additional lot space starting in the first quarter.

This month, he expects to close on 77 acres on U.S. 41 in Charlotte County, just south of the Sarasota County line. He said he decided that a 7.4-acre parcel he purchased off Euclid Street in July wasn’t enough space for what he plans. He said he plans to open a Kia dealership on up to 25 acres and develop the rest, possibly building a hotel.

Fuccillo hasn’t been saturating local advertising in recent weeks up to the standards set earlier this year, but he said that will change soon.

“We are going to be everywhere in January,” he said. “We’ve got a lot of things planned. I can’t say too much because I have to keep it close to the vest.”

But Southwest Florida may one day see even more of Fuccillo. His son, Billy Fuccillo Jr., 23, opened Fuccillo Nissan in Liverpool, N.Y., this year, and his father said he would like for his only child to take over the northern dealerships someday.

“I want to play golf, and I like Florida”, he said. “I want him to be able to run things in New York, and I will just stay here.”

Source: https://www.fuccillo.com/fuccillo-kia-cape-coral-huger-ever/

Fuccillo Gives Away New Cars, Monthly Bill Payment, Cash

Fuccillo Automotive Group has announced the winners of the new Kia Souls, “monthly bill” promotion and $17,000 during the drawing held Thursday.

Owner Billy Fuccillo also unexpectedly gave away an additional 2013 Kia Soul and $7,000 at the drawing held Thursday at the dealership on Pine Island Road.

The winner of the “monthly bill” promotion is Karen Hutcherson of Cape Coral. In partnership with Clear Channel Radio, Fuccillo will pay Hutcherson’s “hugest” monthly bill, up to $2,000 per month for 12 months.

The winner was picked out of the 288 entrants who prequalified during the month of January and were each previously awarded about $100 from Fuccillo, totaling more than $28,000.
Fuccillo drew two winners for the Kia Soul giveaway. Both winners received a 2013 Kia Soul and a year’s worth of free gasoline.

The two winners were Steve Sweet of Estero and Michael Hendrickson, also of Estero.
This giveaway was in partnership with Beasley Broadcasting. The winners were picked out of the 240 entrants who prequalified on air during the month of January and were each previously awarded $100 from Fuccillo, totalling $24,000.

Fuccillo also drew the names of eight individuals who each won $1,000. In addition, he also gave one winner $2,000 and one winner $7,000. The $7,000 was given in memory of the individual’s daughter.
Fuccillo has been giving away $1,000 to a different person each day during the month of January. Winners have been chosen from entrants that registered at the dealership throughout the month. There were approximately 5,000 registrants for this drawing. The winners had to be present to win.
The eight individuals who each won $1,000 were:

• Daniel Bolling of Cape Coral, FL
• Alicia Briggs of Cape Coral, FL
• Jantzen Emerson of Naples, FL
• Andrew Howisen of Cape Coral, FL
• John Huemmrich of Cape Coral, FL
• Jim Jones of Cape Coral, FL
• Nancy Smith of Cape Coral, FL
• Celeste Zell of Cape Coral, FL
• Dennis Robinson of Cape Coral, FL – Won $2,000
• Twolla Williams of Cape Coral, FL – Won $7,000

The winners of all prizes were randomly selected during a live drawing at Fuccillo Kia of Cape Coral, 404 N.E. Pine Island Road. No purchase was necessary to win.

Fuccillo Automotive Group is the largest automobile dealership in New York State. Owned by Billy Fuccillo, the Fuccillo Automotive Group comprises 22 dealerships and 31 franchises with locations across New York State and Florida.

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https://www.fuccillo.com/fuccillo-gives-away-new-cars-monthly-bill-payment-cash/