Argent to be Title Sponsor of Toyota Atlantic Race at Grand Prix of Denver

Argent Sponsor Driver Danica Patrick to Participate in Toyota Atlantic Race

DENVER, June 23 -- Today, The CENTRIX Financial Grand Prix of Denver announced that Argent Mortgage has signed on as the title sponsor of the Toyota Atlantic race, taking place during the Grand Prix of Denver weekend Aug. 13 to 15, 2004. Argent sponsors car #24 driver, Danica Patrick, who is participating in the Grand Prix.

"We are very pleased to sponsor another exciting Argent Mortgage Toyota Atlantic race and to back one of the brightest young female drivers in the country, Danica Patrick," said Wayne Lee, president of Argent Mortgage Company. "Our affiliation with the Denver Grand Prix is a perfect fit for Argent. Team work, determination and performance under pressure are integral to the racing world, and are complementary traits that help build trust and efficiency between Argent Mortgage and the mortgage brokers we serve."

Argent Mortgage, a national mortgage lender, started its Rahal Letterman Racing sponsorship of open-wheel racing driver Danica Patrick in 2003. Currently, Patrick is second in points in her championship. For the 2004 season, she is one of only three drivers to have completed every lap, and she has four top-five results in five races.

"Having a national sponsor such as Argent is a true testament to Denver's increasing momentum in becoming a motor sport's town," said the Grand Prix's General Manager, John Frew. "Argent supports one of the most thrilling races and one of today's most exciting drivers, Danica Patrick. Race weekend will truly be three days in the fast lane."

The CENTRIX Financial Grand Prix of Denver is set for August 13 through August 15. Tickets can be purchased at the Pepsi Center box office, at Ticket Master outlets or online at www.gpdenver.com or www.ticketmaster.com.

About CENTRIX Financial Grand Prix of Denver, LLC (CFGPD)

CFGPD is a wholly owned subsidiary of Denver-based financial services and management firm, CENTRIX Financial. CFGPD was created, and has been contracted by Champ Car, to provide management services for the 2004 CENTRIX Financial Grand Prix of Denver. CENTRIX Financial specializes in the development and management of unique auto finance lending and investment products. The Company currently manages a $1.7 billion dollar loan portfolio and provides services across the country. In addition to its involvement with the Grand Prix of Denver, CENTRIX is the Official Auto Finance Company of NASCAR, serves as team sponsor with Rahal Letterman Racing of driver Vitor Meira and the No. 17 car at the Indy 500 and the Bombardier 500, is an associate sponsor with MB2/MBV Racing in the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series, runs a multi-car team in the Baja 1000 and sponsors Team USA in the Race Of Champions Nations Cup.

About Argent Mortgage

Argent Mortgage Company is a leading national wholesale mortgage lender. The Irvine, Calif.-based company works exclusively with independent mortgage brokers and bankers across the U.S. through loan processing centers in California, Illinois and New York. For more information about Argent Mortgage visit the company's Web site at www.argentmortgage.com.

About Champ Car World Series

Champ Car World Series, LLC owns, operates and markets the 2004 Bridgestone Presents The Champ Car World Series Powered by Ford. The top open-wheel racing series in North America features drivers such as Paul Tracy, Michel Jourdain Jr., Bruno Junqueira and Jimmy Vasser in a season-long quest for the Vanderbilt Cup. Champ Cars are thoroughbred racing machines that reach speeds in excess of 200 miles per hour, showcasing the technical expertise of manufacturers such as Ford Motor Company, Lola Cars, Reynard Motorsport and Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire, LLC. The 16-race 2004 Bridgestone Presents The Champ Car World Series Powered by Ford will be broadcast by television partners SpikeTV and HDNet. Champ Car also owns and operates its top development series, the Toyota Atlantic Championship. Learn more about Champ Car's open-wheel racing series at www.champcarworldseries.com.