Dear Mark,
On behalf of Rover-Landers BC and the 19th Annual Northwest Challenge Organizing Committee and entrants, I acknowledge the continued support from Rovers North of this unique event. Thank you for every donation of gift certificates for each vehicle entry. The Northwest Challenge was a great success with entrants from British Columbia, Alberta, Washington and Oregon, and all of them were challenged in ways that only a Land Rover owner could truly appreciate. These events and hosting organizations are only as successful as the support that is received. Thank you for your very generous support.

Donald MacDonald
Rover-Landers of British Columbia North Vancouver, BC Canada

[Rovers North really appreciates the hard work that clubs do to keep Land Rover marque values alive and well. Congratulations on a great event -ed]

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Dear Rovers North,
I drive a Defender 90 daily, and as we all know they go through parts and I can usually find everything I need at Rovers North. Thanks again and keep up the inventory and knowledgeable people on staff. You’re doing a great job!

Rob Smith
Cascade, CO

[I am envious that you get to drive a Defender 90 every day. What a great way to make the most mundane trips a Land Rover adventure –ed]

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Hey folks,
We appreciate the great service we have received from Rovers North in the purchases we have made. You are speedy when we are needy! Living in a non-Rover dealer town, your service has been helpful and as our Rover begins its inevitable mechanical decline, Rovers North will be a lifesaver.

Jeff Jambers
Corpus Christi, TX

[You join thousands of Land Rover owners who live hundreds of miles away from the nearest Land Rover dealer. For classic Land Rover, Range Rover and Discovery enthusiasts, Rovers North is a valuable lifeline to get the most out of their Rover –ed]

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Dear Sir,
Last summer, while on a “plains game” safari in Namibia, fully anticipating to be ferried about in either a Defender 110 or 130, I was somewhat disappointed when the vehicle of choice turned out to be a diesel-powered Toyota Pickup. I inquired of my two professional hunters, brothers Jaco and Mare Van de Merve, as to why they were using Toyotas rather than Land Rovers to transport their hunting clients. Their response was that they could purchase two Toyotas for the price of one Defender. Later, while spending the night in Windhoek, I sighted a pristine Defender 130 Crew Cab, with a camper top, parked in a hotel parking lot, muttering to myself as to why this vehicle hasn’t found its way to US shores.

Hans Salzinger
Arlington, VA

[The strong pound sterling might be great for national pride and central bankers, but it’s not much for export industries. Land Rover products cost more than Toyotas, Nissans, or Suzukis and that’s a real challenge for Land Rover. Remember that in the world of automobile manufacturing, Land Rover does not produce many cars. So there’s little economy of scale. As for a US Defender, think about our interior safety and emission regulations –ed.]

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To the staff of Rovers North,
Everyone at the Florida Land Rover Club would like to extend a huge FLRC thank you for sponsoring our Fall 2007 Rally. The Rally was a huge success. We had approximately 65 trucks and over 120 people in attendance. From the trail to the meeting hall, our club members share stories of great success with Rovers North and all of your staff. We appreciate your continuous generosity. Without folks like you, we would not have the raffle and the raffle is a big part of our rallies. Thanks again for providing us with very high-end products. The proceeds gained from the sale of raffle tickets ensure the financial stability of the club. On behalf of every FLRC member, thank you for your generosity.

Stephen Peters
President, FLRC

[Congratulations on another successful rally. Remember to call the Editor directly if you need personal delivery of products during, say, February! –ed]

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Hi,
I have a 1972 Series III 109” SW, a 1979 Series III 109” canvas top, and a 2004 Discovery Series III. I really enjoy shopping at Rovers North.

Jim Salyers
US Navy Dahlgren, VA

[That’s a great fleet of Land Rovers – congratulations! –ed]

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Dear Rovers North,
I wanted to say thank you to Mark and all the staff at Rovers North for your support of the 2007 SOLAROS SAE Rally. Your donation of gift certificates for our charity auction helped to raise almost $2400. The decals and copies of the Rovers North News were also in high demand.
Once again, thank you!

Todd Miller
Land Rover Buckhead Atlanta, GA

[Land Rover clubs play a critical role in expanding Land Rover enthusiasm. It’s also great to see a strong link with a Land Rover dealership, too –ed.]

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Hello Rovers North,
I’m new at this – in fact, my first Land Rover, a 1963 Series II-A is still waiting for transport for a seller many miles away! Special thanks to Arthur Patsouris for putting me in touch with one of the previous owners.

Tom Cirillo
Dana Point, CA

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Dear Rovers North,
Thanks to Les [Parker] for his attention to our exhaust system redo on our Discovery I.

Michael Burwell
Dade City, FL

[We’ll pass along your thanks to Les –ed.]

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Dear Rovers North,
I wanted to let you know that the new design with the part/inventory tag is awesome. Also, thank you for the Sightings mug that came this weekend. It’s great and is one more thing to be thankful for this holiday week.

Paul Hai
Newcomb, NY

[At Rovers North, we’re thankful for the thousands of Land Rover enthusiasts who let us be part of their Land Rover experience. Thanks for noticing the small stuff, too. It’s all part of making Land Rover ownership more successful –ed]

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Dear Rovers North,
I wanted to thank you for the excellent “coveted” mug that I received in recognition of my Land Rover Sighting. Going up to our house in Manchester, VT, tonight, which is where our beloved 1973 NAS Series III resides. Can’t wait to fire it up as well as use my new mug!

Kurt Krauss
Newark, NJ

[What a perfect car to accompany a vacation home in a great town! Have a wonderful holiday –ed]

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Dear Editor,
Wow! What a nice surprise in yesterday’s post! Thank you so much for the coveted Sightings mug. It is very appreciated.

Dale Shaffer
York, PA

[And thank you, Dale, Kurt and Paul for the Sightings. It remains one of our most entertaining features. Thanks for your part in its success –ed]

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Dear Rovers North,
I read and appreciate the Rovers North News and read it from cover to cover!

Ray Young
Romney, WV

[Thank you! We enjoy putting together every issue –ed.]