Here are a few of the many letters
we have received. 
(All letters are from real customers who can
be reached for referral)

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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

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.

 Best regards,

 Rick Moore, West Chester, PA

4/22/03
RE: Scott Crandle's 1966 Corvette Coupe
Dear Jim and Staff,

I wanted to send an email thanking all of you for the hard work and extra effort put into repairing my car.

I've owned my car since June 1979...it's beyond just a special car to me. I did the majority of the work on my car from 1983 to 1985 (refinishing and repainting). When this accident happened I felt like my car would never be right again. County Corvette's motto is "When it Must Be Done Right" and that is exactly what I got! Tracking progress pictures on the internet was great - it looked good in the photos and even better in person. I can truly say my car was done right (coming from someone who is extremely critical).
I think there were several factors against getting the car done right:

  • The age of the paint job was over 18 years (and many rules and regulations have changed since then).

  • The accident was dead center on the front of the car - not many places are more visible than this spot.

  • Availability of the paint was questionable. Candy Brandy Wine Tri-Color Maroonish Red can be impossible to match.

When I dropped my car off, Jim Stuempfle left me with the feeling that if anybody could do this job, County Corvette could - I could see the passion and professionalism when I walked in. I trailered my car over 700 miles each way from western Michigan, and knowing now the quality of workmanship I recieved I would have driven even further.
Thanks to Cathi Wakeman at Hagerty Insurance for the speed and professionalism in handling my claim.

Thanks again to the entire staff at County Corvette and Hagerty Insurance for repairing my car and meeting my highest expectations!

Sincerely
Scott Crandle

P.S. Jim S. please copy your staff thanks

 

9/18/02

Dear Jim:

Now that Tom and I are home and settled down, I want to say a special, "Thank You," for the kind attention you gave us at your shop last Friday and Saturday, and really, throughout the time we were working on the sale.  It is so refreshing to deal with people like you and your partner, Jim.  You guys are a true class act, every step of the way.

We took your advice and had a great Italian meal at Fiorello's, and toasted the trip, car, and County Corvette.  Thanks for the recommendation, you were right on target.  It was the icing on the cake for the trip.

As I expected, the '79 is already getting attention.  Late Sunday afternoon my 9-year-old son and I took it down the street to the local car cove.  A few Corvette die-hards instantly wanted to know its specs, and close inspection confirmed their suspicions that this is all original.  None of them had ever seen original condition close to approaching this one.  Of course, they cited exceptions of 63's and 67's, . . . . . that they'd seen in museums or private collections.  Guess we'll go to Bloomington next Spring!

Anyway,  I know you're busy, I just wanted to say Thanks again, and convey my appreciation for a truly enjoyable and completely fulfilling trip to County Corvette.  Please pass on my best wishes to Jim, also.  He was so helpful and was a real pleasure to meet.  If you ever need customer endorsements, you can count on me.  Just give me a call.  I'll be visiting your website often.

Please note my home email and keep in touch.  Maybe we'll see you at Bloomington!  Hope to talk with you again very soon!

All the best to you and your team,

Mike Trainor
Midland, Michigan

4/20/02
Mr. Jim Stuempfle and Jim Jordan
Gentlemen,

How does one begin to say thank you for the time, effort and expense you incurred on our behalf for the facility tour and lunch this past Saturday? I don't have the answer to that question, so I hope a sincere and heartfelt "Thank You" will suffice.

Since Saturday afternoon, I have heard nothing but words of praise for your facility and your commitment to quality from every MASACC member attending this weekend's event.

I wouldn't be surprised if you see some of these members over the next few years when they need work performed on their cars. I showed the stereo system to everyone on Sunday and several asked questions and showed an interest in possibly doing something similar. I guess time will tell.
Please don't hesitate to contact me  if I or the Mid- Atlantic chapter of the Solid Axle Corvette Club can be of assistance in the future.

Again , our most sincere appreciation.

Best Regards,
Brad Bean

4/20/02
Jim and Jim,

Thanks for  doing everything right- again and again and again.
Al and Ann Scwacke
Glen Mills, PA

4/04/02
Jim (both), Thank you for the tour of your beautiful shop facilities. If I weren't a DIEHARD Ford man, I might even be tempted to have your staff do a "Vette" for me.
I was especially impressed with the can-do, no problem attitude of your staff, a good team is so very hard to put & keep together.
With the addition of your new body man you now have arguably the best "glass man" in the area, ( modesty prohibits me from saying the best on the East coast). I want to thank you for the hospitality and look forward to seeing more of your work at some of the shows in the Virginia Hampton Roads area.
If I do ever get a classic to restore, I wouldn't hesitate a minute to bring it to you.
Thanks Again,
Andy Herd

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