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June 10,2010
Jim and crew...thanks for taking my 61 into your helping hands and returning it a completely new car...Kudo's on a job perfectly done!
Bob Ogrey
California
http://www.countycorvette.com/customers/ogrey.htm

http://www.countycorvette.com/customers/youkneveich.htm

July 8 2009

Purchasing a vintage Corvette convertible was a wonderful experience, but also a significant financial investment for our family. After working with other dealers, I was so impressed by the staff at County Corvette. The sales staff was honest and helpful, and the service staff has gone above and beyond to make sure that everything is exactly how it should be. Each customer is valued by the organization. No matter where I go in my 1967 Corvette convertible, someone always asks me about the car, and about where I purchased it. Without hesitation, I am always happy to refer them to County Corvette in West Chester, PA!

Ed Gleason
West Chester, Pa

July 1 2009

"I have been a very satisfied customer of County Corvette for over two years. They have re-built and restored two 1957 Corvettes to concours condition for me. I am a member of NCRS and have won a large number of awards for these cars. They are honorable people and a "breath of fresh air" in their business relations. Integrity is important to me in my day to day dealings and I find Jim Stuempfle and Jim Jordan to be extremely reliable! I am very proud of my cars and count on County Corvette for all my on-going vintage car needs."

Jerome G. Brewis
Baltimore MD
http://www.countycorvette.com/customers/brewis57.htm

July 7, 2009

James,

I really appreciate the individual attention I was given. All the work done on my Corvette was first class. I would gladly recommend County Corvette to anyone who wants the same for their Corvette.

Tom Kerr
2008 Velocity YellowZ51 Coupe
Parts and Performance

June 7 2009

Dear Jim,

I would like the opportunity to write a true heart felt testimonial for you and all of your staff at County Corvette. The first I patronized your facility.was in 2005. I was searching for a reputable restoration shop, inquiring in shops in Texas, New york and New Jersey. Your shop came up in casual conversation with fellow NCRS members, so I gave you a call. The rest is history.

My first car "body off" restored by County Corvette was my '67 fully loaded coupe. A superb 99+ point NCRS Top Flight, Bloomington Gold and Vette Fest Gold Spinner/Triple Crown award winner, after receiving County Corvette's magic touch.
The next car up was my loaded '65 convertible. The same type ;of body off restoration and the results were the same on the show fields. A 99 point NCRS Top Flight, Bloomington Gold and Vette Fest Gold Spinner/Triple Crown awards. WOW factor!!!

After my '65 restoration County Corvette received my red on red '63 split window for some chassis freshen up work. The result were astounding, climbing up the NCRS points ladder from 98+ to 99+ points! A huge improvement on this car.

The last car (to date) to be body off restored by County Corvette was my super original fully documented red on red '66 450hp big block convertible. Upon pulling the body off, stripping the paint and a full examination by your crew, Jim Jordan, your painter and pretty much everyone else, it was suggested the I restore this car in original lacquer paint. After much thought, I gave you the "Go" on the lacquer job. The results of this body restoration are (from the judges), awesome, pure, beautiful, spectacular!!! This car has achieved a 99.1 NCRS Top Flight and Bloomington Gold awards. Next up is the Vette Fest Gold Spinner/Triple Crown and Duntov judging.

All I can say is County Corvette has won me over. I would refer any and all corvette owners to County for any type of service be it mechanical, paint or a full blown restoration. Keep up the GREAT work, friendly staff and

County Corvette will be around forever!!!

Sincerely,
Bruce D. Crookham
CNJ Judging Chairman
NCRS Master Judge
http://www.countycorvette.com/customers/BCrookham66450.htm

June 9, 2009
Dear Jim,
Just wanted to say well done after another great service experience. Justin and Jeff handled my repairs with their usual expertise and found another issue that was swiftley corrected. "When it has to be right" is not just a slogan at your facility, it is demonstrated every day by your team's actions. When it comes to service, I will never go anywhere else but where the pros are...County Corvette.
Jim McGoldrick

July 31,2008

Denny & James -

I just came back from my first cruise after the installation of your Stage II Performance Package on my C6. I have to say I am truly blown away!

I would honestly recommend this package (Vortex air induction, Kooks headers, Kooks midpipe, Corsa exhaust, 160 degree thermostat) to anyone looking for an upgrade that literally transforms the car. The patented technology of Corsa's exhaust system allows the cabin to be quiet with all the sound coming from behind the vehicle. When it's time to put the hammer down, the system is flawless while allowing for that initial "pop" to send the driver into "The Zone". I chose, for the first time ever, to not listen to music once on my 2 hour ride so I could hear the amazing sound at all times (especially while starting and stopping). My C6 is now a beast when I want it to be!! This system allows me to have the option to really "kick it in" when needed.

Guys, thank you so much for your recommendation and for the results. Everyone at County Corvette is a very dedicated, friendly and hard working person. There is a reason your are the the number one Corvette company in the country. One of the most well run businesses from top to bottom that I have ever come across. Keep up the good work!

Regards -

John Warrington

7/03/09

I can’t say enough (good) about County Corvette: the service, sales, and attention to detail were spectacular to say the least. The entire shop was extremely helpful and friendly and made me feel right at home. You can implicitly trust their judgment in making the right decisions when it comes to performance and safety. I will never take my Corvette to anyone else and I’m over 100 miles away! Thank you James and see you again soon!

Jim Slick

White Haven, PA

April 18,2008

Jim and Jim,
I have been driving the 66you recently completed for me. It is perfect. I love to drive the car and it looks beautiful. Thank you for doing such a professional job.
Paul Catinella 1966 Corvette.

1/15/08
The team at County Corvette is truly world class! They possess a rare combination of being experts/craftsmen at what they do, professional and courteous, and a lot of fun to do business with! The body work and paint job that they did on my car literally stops folks in the tracks. Experts and collectors marvel at the workmanship. The team exceeded my every expectation about professionalism, knowledge, attention to detail, integrity, honesty, ease of communication, and quality of work. They not only do outstanding work but they also share the passion for cars! I cannot speak highly enough of County Corvette.

Caroline Tucker
2008 Corvette Wide Body Conversion, Concours refinish
http://www.countycorvette.com/customers/CTucker.htm

September 11, 2007

     Jim,

    I would like to take this opportunity to THANK YOU for the tour of your facility.   I've been an Auto Appraiser for 18 years and have never seen a repair shop of this caliber. As an Insurance Adjuster and Body Damage Manager I've been in hundreds of Body Shops in the Delaware Valley and yours has to be the pinnacle of Auto Restoration and Repair.   Many repair shops may specialize in one aspect of repair (body damage) or another (engine rebuild) but your people do it all.   The example of the paint work you showed me was TOP QUALITY, I thought I would be able to find a flaw but wasn't, it was a eye opening experience.
    As a corvette enthusiast and owner I was blown away by the size and scope of your operation. There are many body shops out there that claim to be the best, but with all my experience, I believe your shop is BEST I've seen out there.
    No one knew who I was when I drove up, but all of your staff were friendly and helpful. Even your partner , Jim, was friendly and down to earth. He seemed more like an uncle or old friend then the partner of a TOP QUALITY Corvette repair facility. Everyone I came in contact with had a smile and a hello, you don't see that anywhere this day and age.
   Again, THANK YOU for your time. I know your very busy and to take the time (1 hour) to show me around and enlighten me to how a car should be repaired was a valuable experience. I will take you up on your offer and stop by again soon.

                                                                                  Joe Z

6/07

Mr. Jim Stuempfle

County Corvette

315 Westtown Road

West Chester, PA 19382

Dear Jim,

It is a pleasure to write a true life "Testimonial" for you, and all of your team at County Corvette.

I am the proud owner of one fully documented, Top Flight, 1972 LT-1 with air coupe. She was found at Corvettes of Carlisle four years ago, and has just over thirty three thousand original miles on the odometer. And, yes, my other car is a Chevy too; a newer LT Suburban.

About two years ago I was looking for a high end professional shop to do a full, frame off restoration. Your shop came highly recommended by many people, to include other professionals, and my brother in law who is a customer with his fully original 1970 big block convertible. After meeting you and your team, I was immediately impressed with the outstanding facilities, incredible paint booth, and extremely knowledgeable and friendly members of the CC Team. Work began in a timely fashion, proceeded in a very organized manner, and I was kept regularly and fully informed as the project moved along. You provided many photos, and an explanation of the work. You and all of the team were very helpful making on-the-fly decisions for the little extras that pop up with a job of this magnitude.

During the course of this project, I made the trip from Washington, DC to your facilities many times, and was always warmly greeted and received prompt, professional answers to my many questions. Well within the estimated time for completion, I received word that the car was ready for delivery. To say that I was pleasantly surprised and impressed when I saw the finished work is to pay you my highest compliment. The car looks and drives better than new. The engine has performed flawlessly, and I am complimented on the paint, fit and finish every time she is out of the garage.

I am pleased to provide this letter, that you are free to use as my endorsement and total satisfaction with the work and services provided by you and all the members of the County Corvette Team.

Whether a full frame off, or just a tune up, your shop can be expected to provide warm, friendly and expert service. My sincere thanks and best wishes for your continued success and prosperity!

Best Regards,

Vince

Vincent C. Lucas, CPA, PC

http://www.countycorvette.com/customers/1971_lt1_air_coupe.htm

9/06/06

Hi Jim

This is Louis Rokas. I have been meaning to make contact and inform you the 66 has achieved a Top Flight at this years Australian Chapter NCRS meet. I also learnt a few things about the car which might be considered anomalies, being that it is such an early 66 built vehicle. After great confusion on the judging field it was established that such early build vehicles may have many components with serial numbers which would be considered correct for a 65 vehicle. We also established that the car is not an air-condition delete vehicle as was first thought but has a 65 configured engine bay. Thanks to the articles in the restorer.

All in all I am very happy with the result as Roy Sinor was personally involved with the judging and confirm that the car is authentic.

I will try to shoot off some pictures if the car with the blue ribbon.

Best Regards

Louis Rokas

5/15/2006
J. Durst
New York
The devoted and capable personnel are what makes your organization work. Each guy/ person that I met was committed to the highest quality work product. Thank you for making the entire process no only extremely successful, but enjoyable as well.
http://www.countycorvette.com/customers/D-1/JDurst.htm

3/10/06
David Santangelo,
New Jersey
Great Facility, thanks for wrapping up the my deal. Lou Serra went the extra step!

Sal Angelo
Astoria, New York
3/6/2006

Hi Jim,

I would like to thank you and your staff at Count Corvette for the professional and courteous treatment extended to myself on my recent acquisition. From the first phone call which I made and spoke with Lou, who made me feel very confident that a potential purchase could become a reality to Lou actually making the delivery.

All of the personnel that I interfaced with at your complex were also very knowledgeable and courteous. Your shop and show room were the most impressive that I have ever seen in my 25 years of Corvette ownership and hobby-type restoring. Also, not to forget the people who answer the calls to County Corvette. They can turn an ordinary day into a cheerful one.

Again thank you and keep selling Corvettes at a brisk pace.

Regards,
Sal Angello

2/24/06
Jim,
Denny,Jim and Justin were the best. It would be great if County Corvette ran a training school for dealerships on how to do a job right. I look forward to dealing with you guys again!! Take Care!
Larry Crawford
MD

George Alberti
Middletown, PA
2/21/2006

Jim,
I wanted to drop you this note to let you know how extremely pleased I am with the work that your team did on my 79 Corvette. The car runs and handles terrific. I was amazed with your attention to detail and customer service. In the future, County Corvette will be the only shop that works on my car. Thanks again and give Justin a big "Atta-Boy".
Sincerely,
George

Rick Moore
West Chester, PA
Thursday, February 16, 2006

Jim – I just wanted to say thank you for the service work you performed on my ’91 Convertible last week. As always, both you and Justin kept me informed as to what needed to be done. The car is running like a champ, since you installed the new ECM. And, when I came in to pick-up the car last Saturday, it was spotless (too bad we got so much snow over the weekend…so I really couldn’t go for a long drive)

It was nice of you to show me a few of the mid-years you’re restoring, and to spend the time to tell a few stories. Taking time with customers is a rare thing in today’s rushed business world.

As a Corvette owner, I feel fortunate to live so close to one of the best Corvette facilities in the country. It’s great doing business with County Corvette. You and Jim Jordan run a top-notch operation.

Gene Schilling
Delaware
Saturday February 11, 2006
06:55:19 AM

Hey Guys,
I just had to tell you what a fantastic job you did on my 66 Vette. I have never, ever been so
pleased or impressed with an automobile service organization in my life. The entire staff at
County Corvette has been awesome and generious. The level of service you provided me with, far
exceeded any of my expectations. As a manager in a Customer service center, you guys hit the
(WOW) factor that we try to achieve each and every day. Please make sure that your entire staff knows how pleased your customers are when you take the time to care. People like myself notice. Thanks again and I look forward to doing business with you in the future.

Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2005 4:57 PM
To: Jim Stuempfle
Subject: RE: 1971 vette

Jim, Thank you very much for taking care of the little problems, please thank your men also. I do not think I can remember a group of people that were so polite and caring. You have a 1st class company and I am happy to be a customer.

Yours truly, Richard Greene

[2005-09-30-1650]

Jim

Thanks for the patience in accommodating my temp park
at your place pending insurance beaurocracy red tape.

As usual, excellent job and fair price. Very happy
with your commitment and high quality servicing.

I don't know how you do it but you sure know all about
what you are doing because it looks perfect which I
already know as you stated before is your objective.

In supplemental, I am indebted to you for also
realigning my passenger door which drove me crazy.
Another superlative job for a great price.

Your service department also even answered several
queries I conjectured about further maintenance of my
vehicle in specific ways which will be of certain
value.

I anticipate a congenial and mutually beneficial
relationship between us for hopefully a long future.

:<) ... Thx!
Carl Schmid

9/28/2005

Jim: Just wanted to thank you for the work done on the 1992 Corvette. Running really good. Your Customer Service person (Barb) contacted me the other day as a follow up. Good practice. I would recommend your operation to anyone looking to service or restore a Corvette.

Thanks, and wish you and your entire staff a blessed week.

Jose M. Quintana

4/21/2005

Hi Jim

This is is just a brief note to let you know that the 66 in now Down Under and its every thing you said it is. Thanks for a great car. I don't think that I could have purchased any better a vehicle even if I was in the U.S my self. Attached is picture of my son and I next to our latest corvette acquisition. I will send you pictures next year when Roy Sinor and other members of NCRS are over to judge in the second meet of the Australian NCRS chapter. Hopefully with a blue top flight ribbon.

Thanks once again for all your help in the purchase of this vehicle.

Louis Rokas, Victoria, Australia

11/17/2004

Gentleman:
On behalf of the members of the Central New Jersey Chapter NCRS, who had the pleasure of visiting County Corvette this past Saturday, I would like to sincerely thank you for your most generous hospitality and excellent tour of your facility. Everyone was incredibly impressed with the absolutely first rate business you have established in West Chester.

The standards you set for your business in 1986 are clearly realized and evident throughout your facility and in the Top Flight restorations on display. Unquestionably, you r commitment to your original business mission, countless hours of hard work and meeting numerous business challenges, has allowed County Corvette to experience a level of success uncommon in the Corvette Restoration business.

Having had the pleasure of touring County Corvette and meeting your personnel, I welcome the opportunity of recommending your services when asked for advice, as I often am, as the contact person for the Central New Jersey Chapter NCRS.

Best Wishes for much continued success pursuing your passion while serving the Corvette community so well.

Sincerely,

Mark Rudnick, Chairman
Central New Jersey Chapter NCRS, Inc.

10/04/04

Bill:

I really appreciate your assistance with respect to the letter regarding the mismatch repaint of the front end by the *********Auto Body shop in Lakewood NJ. I would like you to point out things such as the gouge in the top of the passenger side front fender (which was caused by ******** Auto Body when they refinished the front end), and how it was simply painted over. In addition, I advised the ********* Chevrolet service manager that rust formed in the paint by the windshield corners where the water accumulated from the faulty windshield installation, and how the paint was cut through in the lower corner of the driver side where the windshield meets the body. I also advised them about the urethane being the incorrect material to use and how the windshield area was not properly prepared. In addition, I mentioned how the paint peeled off the pillars when the windshield was removed because of all the excess urethane that was used in the installation.

I further advised them that it was more economical for me to repair the spider web crack by the rear corvette emblem at this time because you had to reshoot the coupe top and blend into the doors because of the mismatch paint color and faulty windshield installation.

I want to thank you again for your professional workmanship. You are a great group of people.

Regards.

John M.
New Jersey

8/9/2004

Dear Denny, I want to thank you for all the time and effort that you extended to me, personally, in my effort for a set of custom wheels for my Corvette. Youmade me your personal friend: you made me a believer in County Corvette's excellence in service and you made me want to come back to County Corvette for almost anything I will need for my Vette.
I came to you for help inlearning about a product, custom 15" wheels for my 1980 Vette.You listened to me. You researched my needs.You kept me informed, constantly, of your progress. You pointed me in the right direction for the wheels I eventually bought. Then you arranged for their installation.
I don't believe I would have gotten this level of personal service any place except through you at County Corvette.
The Vette, I call "Charley" is now the Vette of my dreams. you are responsible for satisfying the most integral and dramatic part of those dreams.
Thank you.
Sincerely, James J. Charley
very proud Corvette Owner and Denny Parisan's friend!

7/13/2004
Hi Jim! I just wanted to let you know that I have received your recent phone message concerning the white '63. Your call was well timed, - I've been wanting to get in touch with you to discuss the service that we had received from County Corvettes. Jim, it was truly a pleasure to do business with your company. Your description of the Split Window was very accurate and honest (unlike some that I have received from other Corvette dealers - ******* / Ohio - what a joke). In addition, you never tried to "exaggerate the quality" or "oversell" the car. I don't want to sound like I'm on County Corvettes payroll, but you have won (or earned) the business from a lifelong Corvette Collector. You will be my first call when we decide to purchase another classic Corvette. Also, Karen was so impressed with your operation that we have discussed shipping our concourse '57 fuelie to you guys for a repaint. It is a former show car that still looks excellent, however a few stress cracks are starting to appear. Anyway, - I'll talk to you about that at a later date.

The '63 fuelie is very impressive - the car drives excellent and probably looks better than it did on the show room floor! We'd like to thank both Lou Serra and yourself for your professionalism and courtesy. If either Karen or myself can ever be of assistance in the Salt Lake area, please feel free to give us a call! Also, if you are ever in the area let me know, I'd love to share a meal with you! Again, thanks for everything! We're looking forward to working with you and County Corvettes again in the future!

Mark Koncar,
Salt Lake City Utah

4/20/04
Dear Jim,

Just a short note to tell you how pleased I am with the body and paint work that you gentlemen performed on my 1973. The color match, as well as the workmanship is excellent. The personal service by both of you and bill Stanfield and the shop tour, was very impressive. Im glad County Corvette was there to restore my paint work, and you can be sure that my sons and I will pass along many positve words in regards to your fine craftmenship, services and courteous staff.
See you at the shows

Sincerely,
Mike Pomante

3/1/04

Dear Jim,
Thank you for a job well done. My 63 has never ran so well. I also want to say thanks for the touchup on my rear deck lid. The paint looks great! Your staff and mechanics are very professional and well trained. I will recommend County Corvette to everyone that has a need for your expertise in repairing classic Corvettes. County Corvette will be the only place I take my car for any types of repairs.

Respectfully,
Harry Lombardo Jr.
Gibbstown, NJ

2/25/2004

Dear Jim,

It was a pleasure working with you in delivering the exact 1960 Corvette of my dreams. As I shared with you after a long search for the right Corvette from many other sources your effort succeeded and exceeded my expectations in obtaining the perfect car.

The entire experience from our first meeting, to the interaction with your team through the process was most helpful and enjoyable.

I could not more highly recommend anyone to provide someone their perfect Corvette.

Sincerely,
Ron Padula
Chadds Ford, PA

January 21, 2004

Dear Jim,
Yesterday's drive home in my vette was the most fun I have had behind the wheel in a lot of years. Thank you, you were right, the car is great.
I have bought a lot of cars in the past years and have usually left the dealership with some doubts in my mind, but you and your staff are some of the nicest people I have ever done business with. During the past weeks, through email and phone conversations, I was made to feel welcome. It was nice to meet the staff and finally see the people I was dealing with. And of course it was great to see my car waiting for me.

I have been in the automotive business for many years and visited a great deal of different shops. Your facility is excellent, the different shops are clean and well maintained and I can see that all of the cars are given the attention they deserve. But the one thing that stands out the most is my leaving. Most car dealers give you the keys and say "Good Luck". You handed my the keys and said "Have Fun". I am.
Thanks again. You will be seeing me again when it's time to move up to a newer car, but I can't imagine ever wanting to trade in this one.

Sincerely,
Frank Gallob
Wyndmoor, PA

November 7, 2003

Dear Jim,

I have meaning to drop you a note since this past summer. The restoration on my 67 roadsters suspension is great. Although it took a bit longer then anticipated, it was worth the wait. Justin did a fabulous job! I have received numerous compliments. Recently you graciously went out of your way to assist me when I purchased a 61 fuelie. Your help and interest was greatly appreciated. “When it has to be right” says it all.

Give my best to Jim, Arno and everyone at County Corvette.

Regards

Rob Margolies

10/21/03
I just wanted to drop you a line to thank you, your organization, and especially Jim for allowing me to tour your facility today. I really appreciate the individual attention that I was given. Many organizations today are reluctant to give tours to groups, let alone an individual, so for that fact in itself, I'm grateful. Needless to say, I was highly impressed with all aspects of your operation. The extraordinary attention given to each vehicle at your facility impressed me the most. When it comes time for a restoration of my '72 convertible, I would have complete confidence in placing it in your hands. Thank you, again, for taking time to show me your operation.

Sincerely,
Mike Hovis

8/110/03

Hi Jim,

The car is perfect, even my wife Denise likes it!
Thanks, so much.

Marty Smith

8/8/03
Jim, I don't own a Corvette at present (have had three), though I am looking again and have been poking around eBay and a lot of Corvette websites for a couple of months now. I'm way over here in Salt Lake City, Utah, but I just wanted to take a moment and send along my compliments to you for a superb website. If (when) I do get my mid-year I am for sure putting you guys on my very short list of pros for anything I need. Nice work. You get my business just because of the way you present yourselves. Congrats, and best wishes .... Bob Poole

Thanks again!

6/30/03
Jim – I was happy to be able to lead my brother Doug to you, and that he found a Corvette (the ’73 convertible with the 454) that suited his needs (and his dreams).
   He drove his new “baby” over to my house last night to show it off…and he raved about the whole “experience” he had with County Corvette, and about the great treatment he received from you in particular. I’m sure he’ll be a life-long Corvette lover…and customer.
   While I wasn’t in the position – a year ago – to do business with you, my experience in working with you (through several test drives of several different model-year Corvettes…trying to find the year/car that best-suited my needs) was so positive that I had no hesitation in steering Doug your way.
   Some day, I’ll get that Corvette I’ve wanted for so long. And, County Corvette will certainly be at the top of my list when I’m ready to “go shopping”.

    Thanks again for making Doug’s first “Corvette experience” such a positive one.