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Window World Celebrates a Century of Indianapolis 500 Legends with the Unveil of "The Stinger"

State-of-the-art concept car connects past to present, pays tribute to 100 years of Indianapolis 500 history and raises money for deserving charities through Window World Cares

INDIANAPOLIS (May 14, 2011) – Window World, Inc., the nation's largest replacement window company and primary sponsor of John Andretti's No. 43 Indianapolis 500 entry, today unveiled "The Stinger" – a 2011 concept show car and tribute to the 1911 Marmon Wasp and the centennial era of the Indianapolis 500-Mile Race.

The No. 100 "Stinger," featuring a yellow and black color scheme taken directly from the original Indy 500 winner, is a current, state of the art IndyCar show car and features enhancements that include a fully chromed engine, gold wheels and LED accent lights.

Beginning today and through the 2011 Indianapolis 500 on May 29, "The Stinger" will be on display in the MotoGP garage area near Gasoline Alley at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Fans can get a first-hand look at the car, which also features a graphics package highlighting the name of every Indianapolis 500 starter still living today. Currently, the names of 268 drivers appear on the car with a space for five more, pending the outcome of Indianapolis 500 qualifications on May 21 and 22.

To further support the 100th anniversary of the Indianapolis 500, the Window World Cares foundation has invited each of the race's former starters to autograph the car as it sits on display at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. For each signature, Window World Cares will make a donation of support.

Since its creation in 2008, Window World Cares is responsible for raising more than $1.6 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and is also a sponsor of the Veterans Airlift Command.

Tammy Whitworth, CEO, Window World, Inc. and co-founder, Window World Cares:
"The story of the Stinger is a story of hope – for children and their families battling life-threatening diseases, and for wounded or special needs soldiers and their families who have battled for our freedom. The legends of the Indianapolis 500 have served as inspiration to those who race, but it is the children and families we work with on a daily basis that inspire us to do all we can to help."

Dana Deem, president, Window World, Inc.:
"We are honored to present the 2011 Stinger in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Indianapolis 500. Window World has been fortunate to have played a role in the past three Indy 500s as a primary sponsor, and it is a privilege for us to highlight the legends of the past and all those that made this race what it is today."

About Window World Cares:
Window World Cares is the charitable foundation of the nation's largest replacement window company, Window World, Inc. Funds raised through Window World Cares are used for donations, community outreach programs, and other benevolent events. In addition to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Window World Cares also helps sponsor the Veterans Airlift Command, which provides free transportation to injured soldiers, veterans, and their immediate families. Since its creation in 2008, Window World Cares is responsible for raising more than $1,600,000 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital – enough to operate the hospital for one day. Window World Cares is headed by Tammy Whitworth, wife of the late Todd Whitworth, former CEO of Window World. To learn more about Window World Cares and its charitable partners or to donate, visit www.WindowWorldCares.com.

About Window World, Inc.:
Window World Inc., headquartered in North Wilkesboro, N.C., is America's largest replacement window company with offices in more than 200 cities nationwide. Founded in 1995, the company consistently delivers value to homeowners by combining quality products with excellent service at low prices. Window World sells and installs more than one million high-quality residential replacement windows annually. Additionally, through its charitable foundation Window World Cares, the Window World family provides funding for commendable community causes. In 2010, Window World Cares was named New Corporate Partner of the Year by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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