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"Discount Tire Company" - Local Business on the Kitsap Peninsula

By Rich Jacobson

Real Estate Agent with Fathom Realty West Sound WA State 52404

January 11, 2007 07:26 PM

Is there EVER a good time for a flat tire? It's happened to all of us at some time or another. And it always seems to happen at the most inopportune time and place, right? You're cruisin' around out in the middle of absolute NOWHERE and "POP!" your tire blows! (This is when you discover that your spare is also flat or is missing altogether)

After walking several miles in the blazing Sahara, you find the closest local gas station, "Jimmy Joe Bob's Friendly Gas & Repair." Jimmy turns out to be a 300 pound WWF reject who is anything BUT friendly, and informs you that the only tire within 100 miles will cost an arm, a leg, and your first-born child.

Well, if you're a newcomer to the Kitsap Peninsula, your tire troubles are finally over!

Welcome to the Discount Tire Company!

Located in East Bremerton, in the Fred Meyer Shopping Plaza, the Discount Tire Company offers superior service and selection. With over 600 stores in 18 states, Discount Tire Company is the world's largest independent tire and wheel retailer. Founded in Ann Arbor, Michigan, in 1960 by Bruce Halle, the Discount Tire Company is the classic tale of one man's vision, faith, and hard work. He grew his "one-man" operation into one of today's most successful and recognized names in retail tire sales & service.

Visit any Discount Tire Company store and you'll quickly realize the reason for Mr. Halle's legacy of success. Prompt, attentive service and excellent savings make the Discount Tire Company the smart choice for your next tire purchase.

Their motto may say they're "The Low Price Leader!" but they'll treat you like a million bucks!

Discount Tire Company

5023 State Hwy. 303

Bremerton, WA 98311

360.479.6852

http://www.discounttire.com/

Rich Jacobson, Your Professional Real Estate Agent on the Kitsap Peninsula

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Carole Cohen

Howard Hanna Cleveland City Office - Cleveland, OH

Realtor, ePRO

And look at that photo, how spiffy the shop looks! Very nice! Right up there with car repairs for needed services, lucky for Kitsap you are wading through and finding all the right places!

Jan 11, 2007 09:57 PM

George Souto

George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT

Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Rich, Jimmy Joe Bob can have my "first born" but not my arm and my leg......LOL

Very well done as always, and I like the story at the beginning, nice touch.

Jan 12, 2007 12:44 AM

Shari George

Coldwell Banker Tomlinson - Lewiston, ID

I'll make sure and tell them that Rich sent me!!

Jan 12, 2007 02:08 AM

1SG (Ret.) David Kucic

Hawaii Military Realty, Inc. - Ewa Beach, HI

President and Owner

by David Kucic, Hawaii REALTOR

Hawaii Real Estate

I know it wouldnt be cost effective for me to drive to Bremerton from Hawaii nor would it be possible. I had a similar experience in Colorado Springs, CO when I used to live there. The Discount Tire Center on Powers Boulevard provided the same experience for me. The gentlemen were friendly and the price was fair. They must have been good......I still remember that and it was over 5 years ago.

David Kucic, REALTOR

http://www.davidkucic.com

Jan 12, 2007 02:56 AM

Randy L. Prothero

eXp Realty - Hollister, MO

Missouri REALTOR, (808) 384-5645

In was on my way over to get new tires and my car got wet.

Aloha from Hawaii.

Jan 12, 2007 03:07 AM

Rich Jacobson

Fathom Realty West Sound - Poulsbo, WA

Your Kitsap County WA Real Estate Broker

Carole - exactly! Just trying to make the relocation process a little bit easier for new residents!

George - thanks, man! I always value your thoughts and opinions. Your series on 1st Time Buyers seminars is a HUGE hit. Great stuff!

Shari - maybe they'll give you a special discount?

David & Tonya - I've heard similar stories from people who have been to other locations. So it's kinda like McD's...you alwyas know what you're gonna get!

Randy - gee, your car got wet? And you live in Hawaii? Liquid Sunshine. Fancy that! :)

Jan 12, 2007 04:42 AM

John Novak

Keller Williams Realty The Marketplace - Las Vegas, NV

Henderson, Las Vegas and Summerlin Real Estate

They used to have a great commercial about their satisfaction guarantee where an old lady threw a tire through their huge front window. I'm just about due to see them myself. Thanks for the reminder, hope I get there voluntarily!

Jan 12, 2007 10:53 AM

Carol Williams

Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA

Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

I, too, enjoy featuring local businesses when they do a great job! Had a local Mom & Pop hamburger joint ask me if I'm the one who wrote about them on the internet (my blog) . They loved that!

Jan 12, 2007 05:12 PM

Brian Brady

Matthews Capital Markets - Tampa, FL

858-699-4590

No other company touches my tires except Discount Tire

Jan 13, 2007 03:52 PM

Brian - yet one more reason we are kindred spirits!

Carol - You're right, it is so much fun and helps to build bridges with local businesses. I like to promote places that I frequent and enjoy!

John - voluntary is always the best way!

Jan 13, 2007 04:51 PM

SO why in the WORLD would this post EVER get flagged????

Oct 21, 2007 10:51 AM

Marty Woomer

Windermere Real Estate/WSI - Silverdale, WA

Agree. Fantastic service. We eventually went with another place because they were cheaper(offering a coupon that DT was not), but DT gave the second lowest price. I know they would have matched, but I hate playing that game.

Marty

Nov 19, 2008 04:56 AM

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