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designed for the american family

As a parent, it’s easy to recount disastrous outings with the kids: the bank errand that left my child and I covered in ink from an errant pen, the portrait session that left me in tears and my child running down the concourse of the mall. I could go on and on, we all could, but the point is that when businesses neglect to consider a family’s needs in their design, we all suffer.

That is why Baby News Bits loves to report on those businesses that get it; they care enough to think about us and research our needs. And who does BNB love right now? Century Buick-Pontiac-GMC. I know what you’re thinking—how could an auto dealership understand my family enough to anticipate our needs? The proof is in the design.

Century Buick-Pontiac-GMC’s large facility is a product of understanding you, your kids, and your husband: The American Family. Imagine taking your car to get serviced (don’t own a GMC? No problem, they service all makes and models) and actually enjoying your wait time. Watch a movie in their plush 14 seat movie theatre. Need to squeeze in a workout? Hop on the elliptical in their state-of-the-art gym complete with cardio and weight machines, heavy bag, flat screen TV, lockers and shower. Bringing the kids with you? Good, because Century is ready for them. Have some fun in their family waiting area, a room especially designed with kids in mind: Soft floor padding, puzzles, games and books, TV tuned to Disney, even an entire wall of the room covered with a chalkboard writing surface! Their café area is equally impressive with vending machines, including the “fresh vendor” a machine with fresh options like sandwiches, fruit and juices. Complimentary Starbuck’s coffee (and this thing even makes lattes), tables and chairs, and separate cubicles wired for internet access by laptop round out the café. They even provide a computer, free of charge, in one of their cubicles. Enjoy complimentary wireless internet service for your personal laptop throughout the dealership

Century Buick-Pontiac-GMC’s accommodations are grand, but their attention to details is equally impressive: seats made out of actual seatbelts, real movie house lighting fixtures in the theatre (taken and refurbished from the original movie theatre which used to be here), prompt movie show times, towels in the locker room (separate mens and womens), updated reading material, and immaculate facilities all around (the car service area is spotless too, no joke).

Like many wonderful places, seeing is believing. The perfect opportunity is Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00-1:00 when Century is having a re-introduction of their amazing facilities built last year. In addition to the features they already offer, there will be a bounce house, face painting, balloon artist, free food & drinks and more! Gather a group of moms and come out for a fantastic free activity for the tots. Tuesday, November 18th will also kick-off a new weekly special, Kid’s Day at Century: every Tuesday and Wednesday will be days dedicated to families which will include a %10 discount off any service, balloons for the kids, extra food, goodies, expedited service, complimentary car wash & vacuum and more. With Century’s central Tampa Bay location on Hillsborough directly off of Dale Mabry Highway and two minutes from 275, it’s a quick, fun way to get a necessary chore done! Check out their website at www.centuryautomotive.net for driving directions, hours of operations, vehicle and financing options (they guarantee financing for every customer) and services offered.
No Reservations required.

Century Buick-Pontiac-GMC
3308 West Hillsborough Avenue
Tampa, 33614 (813) 872-7746
www.centuryautomotive.net

•Kid's Day Every Tuesday/Wednesday
•$19.95 Oil Change
•Kid's Club with FREE Kid's Movies
•Expedited Service
•Free Starbuck's Coffee
•"Drive Sure" Safety Package with Each Oil Check


kid movies in the movie theater


relax with FREE Starbucks coffee


fun kids club with games, books & more


Pictures by Nicole Geller Photography