Congratulations, John Abbrescia – Winner of the 2010 Jeep JK
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Q: John, tell us a little about yourself.
A: I’m 21 years old from Annapolis, Maryland. This past June, I joined the Navy and moved to Pensacola, Florida to begin my training. I just graduated from boot camp and am on my way to being a Navy Information Technology Specialist.
Q: What’s your current vehicle/most recent vehicle?
A: My last car was a 1997 Cadillac Eldorado that I gave to my dad because he needed a car right before I left for the Navy. I have wanted to get a Jeep since my first car but have never been able to afford one.
Q: What plans do you have for the 2010 Jeep JK?
A: All my previous cars got sound system upgrades, so that will be in the future for the JK.
Q: What are your general reactions to the 4WD Jeep Giveaway contest?
A: Winning this contest came at a good time because right now I have no car and will be getting out of my advanced training soon. Plus, my birthday is October 8th so the timing is perfect!
Q: How do you feel about 4Wheel Drive Hardware?
A: I think that 4WD is a great company and I know my uncle has ordered numerous Jeep parts before and never had a problem.
We want to congratulate John on winning the contest and thank everyone else who participated. John is currently embedded in Navy training so his father will be accepting the Jeep on his behalf at the 2010 Off Road Expo in Ontario, California October 9-10.
Sep 20 @ 13:03pmSam says:
Congratulations John could you post some pictures of you with your new Jeep I would love to see it.
Sam D
Sep 20 @ 13:23pmMatt says:
Congrats John, sounds like it couldn’t have gone to a more deserving guy!
Sep 20 @ 13:52pmBonnie says:
Enjoy Your Jeep John, Please Take Alot Of Photos For Us To See All Of The Upgrades!
Thanks
Sep 20 @ 14:33pmDebbie from Dover says:
Congratulations Johnny! This is very exciting and word is spreading fast amongst your family and friends on the east coast. Enjoy and be safe.
Sep 20 @ 14:39pmBrad says:
Good Job!! John
Sep 20 @ 15:27pmGarry says:
John your dad will have it waxed for you when you get home. Thank for serving our country.
Sep 20 @ 16:03pmChuck says:
CONGRATS JOHN!!!!! :*))
Sep 20 @ 18:56pmdrew says:
i want to see it playing on the rocks like the good jeep lord intended haha
NICE JEEP!!!!
Sep 20 @ 20:29pmTae says:
John, Congrats!! Thanks for your service and we miss you here at home! Let me know when you pull up your new gray yacht next to your uncle’s new boat, and we’ll see who has the bigger yacht then. I’m not sure if you’ll beat his jeep though, it’s pretty tricked out already. Be safe in your travels!
Sep 20 @ 22:16pmGregg Bates says:
Enjoy John, and thanks for what you are doing!
Sep 21 @ 03:50amMike Hall says:
Con-grads young man !
Yes please post pictures when you finally get to sit in the JEEP for the first time!
Thanks for joining the armed forces I commend you.
Sep 21 @ 05:18amPete says:
Congrats to you John. I for one Ii so happy to see someone that’s serving our country win this. I will say I wish it was me that had won. But I would rather see you win it. God Bless you and may the days you get to drive this jeep around be special. Please take us all Pictures to allow us to live through your good luck.
Be safe and enjoy.
Pete
Sep 21 @ 06:08amTim says:
Congrats John, and thanks for your service to our Country! Be safe!
Sep 21 @ 06:59amLarry says:
Congrads John now wheel it like you stole it! Have fun and good luck in the future; Thanks for serving. Now you can join Military Jeepers !
Larry retired Army
Sep 21 @ 07:49amKrystal says:
CONGRATS JOHNNY!!!! You deserve it! I’m so happy for you, it seems like everything is falling into place for you!
Sep 21 @ 08:23amJohnny says:
As much as I would have liked to be the winner, I’m thrilled to see John win it! It couldn’t have gone to a better person. Thanks for your service and sacrifice John, and your family. You be safe out there!
Sep 21 @ 08:53amRobert Emmons says:
At first, I was disappointed because I did not win. But after reading the Q&A with John Abbrescia, I cannot think of a better person to win the Jeep. He is a person who is dedicated to help others, either by giving his dad his only car, or by joining the Navy.
A BIG congratulations goes out to John Abbrescia for winning a great Jeep!
Sep 21 @ 09:31amWilliam Bixman says:
What a great opportunity this has been for us all! And to have the vehicle given to a fellow servicemember to boot. I’m honored to have taken part in the selection of parts for your Jeep, Mr. Abbrescia! I hope you enjoy it and that it gives you many years of off-roading pleasure. Perhaps I’ll see you on the trails someday… SSG Bixman, US Army
Sep 21 @ 09:36amJAMES says:
John congrats to you for winning the Jeep and thank you for serving our country by going into the Navy. God Bless you and your family .
Sep 21 @ 09:48amGary Leuck says:
John congradulation on your win, but most of all thanks for serving our country.
Sep 21 @ 10:40amSteve says:
John,
1st things 1st:
From a retired 82nd Airborne – Spec Ops Warrior to another Warrior. I want to thank you for all that you have Done, Doing and will be Doing for your Love of Country to help keep US FREE!!
Now, go out and enjoy the Jeep to your heart’s content and share it to the world, post pictures and maybe a story or two.
Oh, Congratulation Sailor!
Sep 21 @ 10:49amJustin says:
Congrats John!.. Make sure you use that jeep for what it was ment for!!
Sep 21 @ 11:00amDave says:
John – congrats Shipmate, and thanks for your service! Have fun once you finish training, but always stay safe.
Dave
Sep 21 @ 11:44amUncle Vince says:
JMJ, Couldnt be happier for you in your new aquisition! I know you ahve always wanted a jeep and now you have it!! Drive safely and have loads of fun!!
Uncle Vince
Sep 21 @ 13:02pmScott says:
Congrats man! Enjoy that beast.
Sep 21 @ 15:41pmPatricia Schmitt says:
Congratulations John! It was so much fun building this Jeep & I’m happy to hear you won it – Thank-you for your Service too!
Sep 21 @ 18:25pmGary says:
Congratulations, John! Thank you for your service, and enjoy your Jeep!
Sep 21 @ 19:53pmMatt H says:
Congratulations and sorry you can’t be there to pick it up in person- also thanks to you and all the rest of the men and women serving in the military !! Enjoy your Jeep when you do finally get to drive it
Sep 21 @ 22:01pmAl says:
Congrats John, enjoy to the fullest, have fun and THANKS for your Service to our Country!
Sep 21 @ 23:09pmF. Magana says:
Congratulations . . It is something that many wanted . . But well Deserved. . I hope to see Photos handling this U-BaBy . .
Sep 22 @ 00:35amHarley says:
When I saw John’s name I was disappointed. When I saw who he is, I smiled. VERY COOL!
Sep 22 @ 08:28amCarl says:
Congrats, John. And thanks for your service.
Sep 22 @ 10:06amchris says:
hey glad it could go to someone in need of it and im proud to see that it went to some one serving this country in these times we have good to see an American man driving an American machine
Sep 22 @ 11:05amIshani says:
Congrats! John. Very happy for you!
Sep 22 @ 15:14pmTheresaP says:
Congrats! John I sure hope we picked all the parts you wanted. I studied each and everyone and I think we put together the Best Jeep possible! ENJOY!!! Salute~ My Grandchild, My only Granddaughter just joined the Army and is in Basic. I have 3 letters I read over and over. I miss her so much and of course I will be praying for you and her and all Our Soldiers.
Sep 22 @ 17:52pmTodd Dyer says:
John…..your mom told me about you winning the contest! She is sooo happy for you! Congratulations, and thank you for your service to our country!
Sep 23 @ 19:49pmGunther says:
is he prepared for when the lift without a SYE kit throws a ujoint?! and rolls it without the extended rollcage? i certainly hope so
Congrats seaman
Sep 23 @ 20:40pmJohn Roberts says:
Happy Birthday! You’re definitely worthy of this awesome piece of machinery. Guess I’ll just have to stick with my ‘84 CJ for a few more years, which, come to think of it, isn’t all that bad! Forza and be pure.
Sep 24 @ 00:15amChris says:
4WD- This was an awesome opportunity, and a lot of fun… thank you!
John- Keep your seats dry and your tires dirty my friend, and don’t forget to wave at us!
Sep 24 @ 08:46amManik Insomniak says:
Well deserved! You must be stoked you are getting your 1997 Cadillac Eldorado back! As Im sure after picking up the Jeep for you, pops may decide its more his style. Cheers to the win, and much appreciation to your service!
Sep 24 @ 09:18amJohn Cochran says:
Congrats John, and thank you for serving in the Navy.
Sep 24 @ 09:42amJeremy Sard says:
Congrats John! I was hoping to win this one too. Sport it proud. I still have mine. Maybe we can keep this military winning streak going on future contests.
Sep 24 @ 10:17amjimwww says:
Even though Canadians are exempt from the contest. (I am eh!) I think you guys made a perfect pick for a winner. Congrats.
Sep 24 @ 17:38pmRaphael says:
Congratulations, man! Shoutout from another Marylander! I always love to see good people get a break!
Sep 24 @ 18:24pmHoward says:
HOOYAH John, it’s time for you to get your JEEP ON! Welcome to the dark side.
Sep 26 @ 16:00pmjoshua says:
Congradulations John
Oct 4 @ 09:14amChad says:
Wow, congrats man! Thank you for your service to Our Great Country as well!
Oct 4 @ 10:45amPing says:
Congradulations John! from an international member of China Offroader Club.
I am in L.A. now.
Send us more info about accessories on the Jeep you winned please, as a referance for me to buy.
Oct 5 @ 20:25pmtrent m says:
Congrats due! i too want to thank you for your service to our country. may God keep you safe!
Oct 8 @ 08:38amLucio says:
Congrats. 4Wparts are awesome. happy to see one of the few that serve our country to win. enjoy it. please offroad it and take pics. ahah