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11-21-2008, 02:40 AM
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| | Free Dr. Pepper coupon on Sunday, 11/23 | |
If you're a Pepper, check this out: Quote:
Nov 20, 11:56 PM EST
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Dr Pepper is making good on its promise of free soda now that the release of Guns N' Roses' "Chinese Democracy" is a reality.
The soft-drink maker said in March that it would give a free soda to everyone in America if the album dropped in 2008. "Chinese Democracy," infamously delayed since recording began in 1994, goes on sale Sunday.
"We never thought this day would come," Tony Jacobs, Dr Pepper's vice president of marketing, said in a statement. "But now that it's here, all we can say is: The Dr Pepper's on us."
Beginning Sunday at 12:01 a.m., coupons for a free 20-ounce soda will be available for 24 hours on Dr Pepper's Web site. They'll be honored until Feb. 28.
Dr Pepper is owned by Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc.
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11-23-2008, 09:23 PM
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| | Re Free Dr. Pepper coupon on Sunday, 11/23 | |
Quote: conradd said
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Of course, early evening . . .the site refuses to respond.
Ten to one their server(s) are smoking rubble about now... I can not imagine they would really be prepared to handle the response...
...tom...
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11-23-2008, 09:48 PM
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And then you have to register..!!
And of course, they are not smart enough to strip the graphics from the page to help it load quicker...
But then, I suppose they do not want to make it toooo easy.
...tom...
' who really likes Dr. Pepper . . .. '
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11-23-2008, 10:02 PM
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| | Re Free Dr. Pepper coupon on Sunday, 11/23 | |
It has been like this all day! I actually got to the registration page once, but couldn't get it to go through. |
11-23-2008, 10:10 PM
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| | Re Free Dr. Pepper coupon on Sunday, 11/23 | |
Quote: Leslie2k said
It has been like this all day! I actually got to the registration page once, but couldn't get it to go through. | .
It bounces me off at the 'registration' (..?!?) page.
And the 1-800- phone number just rings busy...
Way to create happy customers and positive vibes/ PR about Dr. Pepper.
Arseholes... ( pardon my French... )
...tom...
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11-23-2008, 10:22 PM
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| | Re Free Dr. Pepper coupon on Sunday, 11/23 | |
Can't get mine either. I wonder what they will due to satisfy the "overwhelming response." |
11-24-2008, 12:12 AM
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| | Re Free Dr. Pepper coupon on Sunday, 11/23 | |
Quote: magenta321 said
Can't get mine either. I wonder what they will due to satisfy the "overwhelming response." | .
yes, they have added a bit of apologetic 'phraseology' to the initial page you see when trying to sign up for the coupon.
I still ripped 'em . . .that will show em. ...snickeringlol...
And yes, if they make it work somehow, if only for me, I will give them their due props. Hey, do not mess with the little guys (and gals) in this day of the Internet..!!
...tom...
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11-24-2008, 09:25 AM
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| | Re Free Dr. Pepper coupon on Sunday, 11/23 | |
They've extended the offer through 6pm ESTtoday. From the site Quote:
Dr Pepper
The rich, bold flavor of Dr Pepper provides a taste like no other. That's because Dr Pepper is made with an authentic blend of 23 flavors, which gives you real refreshment. With Dr Pepper, there's more flavor, more taste, and more to enjoy. There's more to it.
DR PEPPER EXTENDS FREE COUPON OFFER DUE TO CONSUMER DEMAND
Everyone in America has until 6 PM EST on Monday, November 24 to get a free 20 oz. Dr Pepper
Click here to get a Free Dr Pepper for a limited time.
We are sorry for any delays you have experienced in securing a coupon for a free Dr Pepper. While we had taken additional steps to meet the expected demand for our offer, the response has been greater than anticipated. To resolve this, we are increasing our server capacity and making a toll-free number available (1-888-DRPEPPER or 1-888-377-3773). In addition, as a result of the technical delays, we are extending the offer and will provide more information shortly.
Thanks for your patience and support.
DR PEPPER and PEPPER are registered trademarks of Dr Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. ©2007 Dr Pepper/Seven Up, Inc.
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11-24-2008, 10:21 AM
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| | Re Free Dr. Pepper coupon on Sunday, 11/23 | |
Thanks for the reminder! It seems to be loading & working alright for now.
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11-24-2008, 10:59 AM
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Just kidding, I got to the registration page, but no further. I wonder if I'll still get the coupon?
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11-24-2008, 11:48 AM
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| | Re Free Dr. Pepper coupon on Sunday, 11/23 | |
fatal error... 
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11-24-2008, 01:19 PM
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they say they have extended it till 6 pm ET today 11/24...try again.
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11-24-2008, 02:00 PM
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I tried this morning & it still wasn't working.
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11-24-2008, 02:04 PM
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| | Re Free Dr. Pepper coupon on Sunday, 11/23 | |
After seven consecutive fatal errors, I gave up. Too much work to save $1.25.
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11-24-2008, 02:32 PM
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Freaking &#*$()%)_!!&*@ *(&^$^#)_&&!
As MJ suggests . . .too aggravating to make it worth the while.
I now officially hate Dr. Pepper. Long live Coke Zero . . .or diet coke or diet pepsi or h3ll even freaking water..!!
Idiots.
...tom...
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11-24-2008, 02:43 PM
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| | Re Free Dr. Pepper coupon on Sunday, 11/23 | |
I managed to get in for one coupon. Only one Pepper here anyway and it isn't me. My son will be happy, though.
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11-24-2008, 05:07 PM
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Quote: jgibson2 said
I managed to get in for one coupon. Only one Pepper here anyway and it isn't me. My son will be happy, though. | .
I gave 'em some quality feedback at the ' Contact Us' link at the bottom of that page.
What an incredibly feeble and impotent effort on their part. This is the creative genius and 'can do' attitude of America at work..??
Gawd help us all.
...tom...
' who, yes, realizes he is taking this all way too seriously ... but is finding it somewhat cathartic . . .. '
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11-24-2008, 06:04 PM
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| | Re Free Dr. Pepper coupon on Sunday, 11/23 | |
No luck here. I won't even try at home on dial up.
Tom, your blog is a scream. I nearly spit water all over my monitor when I read your "holiday card"...... 
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11-24-2008, 06:50 PM
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F-Dr. Pepper.
What a marketing gimick. Tell people that "everyone in America" can get a free Dr Pepper. Get free publicity. Make it so almost no one can get through, even people who try all day. Get more free publicity. Extend pseudo-offer that almost no one can get. Get more free publicity.
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11-26-2008, 09:08 PM
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I went for the direct route. I emailed them through their site. My coupon will be sent  |
11-27-2008, 01:34 PM
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Quote: Leslie2k said
I went for the direct route. I emailed them through their site. My coupon will be sent | .
I e-mailed them also, from the 'Contact Us' link noted earlier.
I believe it promises a response within 72 hours, no word yet.
To be honest, I could care less about the coupon at this point. D*mn idiots.
...tom...
' who is glad to participate in raising the online noise level about this ridiculous promotion ... '
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11-27-2008, 08:08 PM
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That's interesting. I emailed and received a response in less than 48 hours. |
11-27-2008, 09:10 PM
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