Send Those Copywriting Samples My Way
You can thank Dina over at Wordfeeder for inspiring me to write this article. It seems that I am not the only one who enjoys a freebie sample, even if it is only a game of Gator Golf!
One of the perks of copywriting is that you’ll occasionally get the opportunity to actually sample one of the products you write about. My most recent “gift” was a rechargeable thumb-size flashlight that can be attached to the car’s cigarette lighter and pulled out to read maps and/or provide just enough light under the hood when needed. I don’t get too many samples, but I should!
Sampling A Dodge Challenger
My automotive blog frequently features some of the top car models on the market or those which will soon be released. If I like a particular ride then I will write about it. If not, I generally will not.
For the past few years I have been tracking the progress of the Dodge Challenger, a muscle car built by Chrysler from 1970-1974, the years when I was in my teens and craving a driver’s license. I eventually got use of a Chrysler Newport convertible (mom’s car), but I always imagined driving a Challenger. By the time I was driving, the Challenger was no longer being produced. Besides, I couldn’t afford one.
Not that I won’t continue to write about the Challenger, which is being resurrected for the 2008 model year, but after so much free publicity, wouldn’t you think that the folks from Chrysler LLC would show their appreciation and give me one? It isn’t as if I would want or need the SRT8, the R/T will do and I’ll take it in white as pictured.
A Lease Is Fine Too (Paid, That Is)
All right, a free sample might be too much to ask, but I’ll take a two-year lease instead, especially if Chrysler cancels the payments. I’ll fork over the insurance, registration, taxes, and gas (ouch), but you can have your people drop it off at my front door.
To show my appreciation, I’ll even donate my 2001 Dodge Neon (see, I’m brand loyal!) to charity especially if you extend that lease out to three years.
Deal or no deal?
Tags: 2009 Dodge Challenger, copywrite samples, copywriter, Dodge
Humor | Matthew C. Keegan, 20 Mar 08
By Dina, March 20, 2008 @ 8:46 am
Matt,
So funny! I forgot what an entertaining guy you are. Thanks for the reminder.
Wish you lived closer, you could head my way in your Dodge Challenger and then we could shoot a few rounds of Gator Golf.
By Matt, March 20, 2008 @ 9:03 am
Dina, if I were to get the Dodge Challenger I would drive up the New Jersey Turnpike to meet you and your writing friends at Great Adventure (Exit 7-A) where we would hang out, admire my new wheels, and take in the park. Chrysler would pay for this too and maybe, just maybe we’ll show our gratitude and “mention” the special day on our respective blogs.
Unfortunately, we’ll have to avoid the Wild Safari, because I don’t want a freakin’ troop of rhesus monkeys to mar the finish!
By Dina, March 20, 2008 @ 10:34 am
Hee haw… you must not live in Jersey anymore, if Great Adventure is your idea of a bangin’ time. (Just busting, Matt!)
Off topic, what’s with the photos of sexy ladies on your commercial airline articles site, eh?
Eh?
(No answer required… thanks for the fun.)
By Music.Podfire.org, March 20, 2008 @ 12:12 pm
I recently came accross your blog and have been reading along. I thought I would leave my first comment. I dont know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog.
By Matt, March 20, 2008 @ 1:24 pm
Thanks, Podfire. I try to write something halfway intelligent on a regular basis — I don’t always succeed, so it is good to know that I still have an audience.
By Bodybuilder Forum, March 20, 2008 @ 3:56 pm
Your doing good Matt don’t be so hard on yourself.
By Glblguy, March 21, 2008 @ 12:01 pm
Hey Matt, if you get one to drive, give me a call
Been stalking the local dealership waiting for them to get one.
By Matt, March 22, 2008 @ 4:59 am
Glblguy — absolutely! If I win this ride, I’ll be driving all over the place regardless of the $3.29 per gallon gas charge!
By Fertighaus, March 25, 2008 @ 1:31 pm
Wow, americans have cool cars too. Keep the good work up