EXCERPTS FROM WRITTEN TESTIMONIES RECEIVED FROM CLIENTS
Collected the car last Wednesday checked out work all ok. Had a drive too Wexford on Sunday with my Mother, she thought she was the Queen in it, lovely car to drive, thank you for all. Mel Cairns, Dublin, Ireland. November 2009
“Many thanks for everything. It’s been a real pleasure doing business and I look forward (economy and good luck depending) on doing more in the future.” Timothy Grey, Overton, Hants. April 2009
Just to let you know that I
am delighted with my purchase last Friday. The Daimler has been given much
admiration over the last few days by family and friends.
Declan Heavy,
I thought I would drop you a line to say how pleased I am with the Jaguar V8. I have never driven anything like it for its comfort, performance and all round luxury. Quite a remarkable car. Nick Wood, London February 2008
Just wanted to let
you know how things are going with the XJS. Yesterday was her first big outing
as I had to drive to
P. Russell
26th March 2007 Dear Mr Hughes, May I thank you for looking after my old friend Mr Mulligan. I know that he is very pleased with the Jaguar. I am particularly grateful, as I recommended him. We have not met but I have been aware of your reputation for some time. Best wishes. Yours sincerely, P.M. Kay. Manchester
Robert, A note of thanks. I just got back to Nigeria, last night, and wanted to drop you a line saying how much I liked the car. I was fortunate enough to get a couple of fine days and was able to get out in it. I very much enjoyed the drive and can't wait for the summer when I am home again. The car was all I expected and I don't think there can be many in that condition and of that age. I took my grandson to the beach for a walk and on our return there must have been a dozen people round it - I think it's that kind of car. Once again many thanks for all your help, at the moment I can't imagine ever wanting to change the XK150, but you never know and if I do you should know you will be my first stop. Very best regards. Dave Fitzpatrick Eket. Nigeria and Aberdeen 2007
Dear Robert,
I just wanted to say a big thank you for all your help yesterday with the
handover of the keys to B14 XJS. The whole experience of purchase has been a
pleasurable one and your investment of time and effort throughout the
process has been superb. Your reputation is well earned and a credit to you.
I wafted home in true Jaguar comfort last night with a huge smile on my face
that not even the awful weather could remove. As I am sure you will have
guessed, the car performed beautifully. I am also delighted to report that
it did, indeed, fit in my garage, although only just! Thank you also for
leaving the copy of your wonderful book in the boot. I have to admit I had
no idea it was there but am truly thrilled to have such a superb publication
of the marque that I love and will treasure it for many years. Once again
Robert, thank you for all your help and I am absolutely delighted to be back
in the drivers seat of such a magnificent "Big Cat" once again.
(Nigel
Bond, Hilton, Derbyshire) (October 2006)
Thank you very much for the work done, the car looks terrific. Tony Fraher, Weybridge, Surrey 2006
I just wished to drop you a note following the arrival of the 1968 Daimler Sovereign on Wednesday which is a truly splendid example of what is now a rare car. The purchase of a classic Jaguar/Daimler is always an anxious time particularly when so much money is involved. Is the car genuine? If it has been restored to what standard has the restoration been completed? And most importantly is there something nasty lurking beneath the surface? I appreciate that to buy a car from a dealer is always going to be at a premium from that of a private arrangement but with the knowledge that you have sourced and examined the car and see fit to include it in your stock is in itself a great comfort and one that makes the investment far more sensible in the long run. I was very impressed with your stock of cars which are all to a very high standard and as you know I would have liked to acquire the early XJ6 as well had storage and funds allowed! Thank you also for your courteous and efficient manner and for encouraging a full independent expert examination of the Daimler which has made the purchase both straight forward and a pleasure. I hope that in time you will be able to locate another low mileage original car at some time in the future. R A Page Chelmsford Essex 2006.
"I would like to thank you personally for all your help and very much look forward to purchasing my next XJS" Robin Mc Neil, Basingstoke, Hampshire 1994 (Nov 2004)
"Many thanks for the car, which ran back to Kent extremely well....Am going to suggest an article as soon as a new motoring editor is appointed at the Sunday Times.." Jasper Gerard, Kent. (2004).
"...the car continues to give me a lot of pleasure. We shall certainly keep in touch." Stephen Hockman Q.C. London. (2003).
"....thank you for your help. I am very happy with the Jaguar and love the colour." Major James Hewitt, London. (2001).
"Many thanks for taking good care of my car- it is a great pleasure to see it in such good condition whenever I come home." John Durie, Rome. (2001).
"Just a short note to thank you for the complimentary book, which I am enjoying with aplomb. I would also like to take this opportunity to express my utmost satisfaction in buying my Jaguar Sovereign from you. Two thousand miles of bliss have followed our transaction. Your forthright approach to what Jaguar ownership is about is refreshing in a world of 'experts' selling this famous marque. It is a pleasure to buy from someone who knows his cars as well as you, foibles and all. I hope this is the beginning of a long future for Robert Hughes cars in Ireland as it is what the Jaguar enthusiasts of this country deserve. I wish you the best of luck with your business in Ireland and would be happy to be used as a recommendation of your product to anyone who would like a reference." Declan Maloney, Co. Wexford. (1998).
"I write to express my appreciation for dealing so efficiently with the problem I had with the Jaguar. This certainly enhances the excellent reputation you already enjoy." Major Basil Arrowsmith, East Sussex. (1996).
"As mentioned, just a few lines to express my pleasure with my new 'arrival' and to thank you for the courteous and gentlemanly way in which you conduct your business.." Frank Hastings, Surrey. (1990).
"..the car attracts a great deal of attention wherever it goes and, in particular, favourable comments from those who should know." David Betts, Berkshire. (1988).
"My wife and I become more delighted with the car with each journey and it may be that some of our friends contact you as they want one as well!" David Southworth, Cambridge. (1987).
"I am writing this letter to convey my sincere appreciation of the way you conducted our transaction with regard to the Daimler Sovereign KGL 817J. As you know I restored the car in a semi restored state back in May, and at the time, you outlined the work you intended to do to fully restore the car. You did indeed keep to your word, and carried out the work you outlined. The day I came to collect the car with my brother in law we were both truly impressed by the standard of perfection you had attained since my last visit, also the amount of authentic documentation and service history. I have shown the car at my place of work, to car enthusiasts, only to be greeted by phrases such as 'she is beautiful' 'a real eyecatcher' 'whoever restored it must be a perfectionist' etc. May I wish you every success with your business and hope you achieve your ambitions in the classic car world. Colin Pryke, Gloucester. (1987).