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Testimonials
Hi Jesmond & Gloria, The car arrived yesterday. I am very impressed! - She's lovely. She must have been well packed as there is no damage at all, and nothing has gone missing. The guy who dropped the car off on a transporter was really impressed too, I think he wanted it for himself. Jesmond, your description of the car was spot-on, the Velox is just what I had hoped for.In the UK these cars are hard to find, and one this good is a real rarity. I am very pleased, and look forward to many happy years of ownership.
Richard Crossley Thamesport, United Kingdom
Hi Jesmond, I don't know if I told you when we were corresponding that I am member of the South Canterbury Vintage Car Club. Last Saturday the club held one of its more important rallies of the year called the Mid Island Rally. I went in the Austin A55 and was one of about 68 vehicles that went on the run. It had a good showing of vehicles some old model Ts right through the years, the latest one being a 1964 mini. You name the brand of vehicle and it was there. Mine was the only Austin. We had good weather and I understand it was about 180 miles start to finish. It extended from Timaru through to Geraldine and then into a private forest. That was a bit challenging climbing up to the hilltops on roads only made for logging trucks. I was pleased to get back onto tarseal once we were on our way home. As usual I didn't get anywhere in the rally, thats not my luck. Prior to starting off from the Clubrooms they had a Concours display . About a dozen or perhaps eighteen vehicles went in it. I decided to put the A55 in the display. I don't know when the judging took place and we heard nothing until after the placegetters in the actual rally were announced. There was a table of Cups and Certificates being handed out . All went until only one big cup remained. I thought it won't be me because Ive never won one yet and next thing my name came up. I won the 2014 Concours Cup in my class which was (Post War Vintage) Every comment about the A55 on that day was good and she's going well. So there you have it Jesmond,I don't know if any other vehicles you've had have won Concours but now you know at least one has.
Bernie Fairbrass Timaru, New Zealand
I met Jesmond a few years ago when viewing his very fine collection of vehicles. I was impressed with the high standard of all on show, all looking in showroom = condition and Jesmonds knowledge was impressive also. When the time came to sell my classic, Jesmond immediately came to mind and following a very easy and friendly discussion, Jesmond bought and took my loved car into his care. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Jesmond and Gloria to anyone in the market for high quality vehicles, they will receive the best honest,professional, friendly service they could wish for. Wishing them all the best for the future.
Cliff Bond Tauranga, New Zealand
Thank you so much for all you did for me when I flew down to buy the MGB GT. You knew I was on a tight timeframe to get back to Auckland and when the car had a little problem you both went absolutely above and beyond, pulling out all the stops and calling in all sorts of favours from your associates to get me on my way as soon as possible. I was blown away when I had to stay an extra night down there and you arranged accommodation for me. I can’t say I have ever experienced such, no nonsense, let's just get it done customer service like this before. I will be singing your praises to my car club, that’s for sure!
Paul Ansell Auckland
I have recently sold my car to Mr Jesmond Micallef and found him to be a very pleasant and straightforward Classic Car enthusiast. I would have no hesitation in recommending Mr Micallef to anyone who might want to buy, or sell a Classic car to him.
Adrian Chandler Nelson, New Zealand