The Land Rover life incorporates the enduring ideas of the world. The insights that the humanities - literature, history, cultural studies, religion, philosophy, art - bring to us daily enrich our lives.
A Land Rover has been a partner in Maine's statewide growth of the humanities, as you can read here.
Below are some organizations that foster the humanities in New England:
Authorized Land Rover distributor of Genuine Land Rover parts and quality replacements for NLA parts, overall expertise on all models of Land Rover, huge range of parts in stock, off-road accessories and expertise, excellent warranties, service operation.
Restoration, refurbishment, customization of Land Rovers and nationally-recognized specialists in Defenders. Excellent knowledge of all Land Rover models, off road experts, service in a 16,000 sq. ft. shop. Have in-house painting and trim operations. Engineers and craftsmen at heart yet likely the largest operation of its kind in North America. Superb contacts in UK.
Classic car company is the largest East Coast specialist in Defender sales, always in top condition. Superb product and collector car knowledge, always fascinating cars in sales inventory. Located in the Boston area. Stuart Carpenter is the owner/founder.
Boston-area Land Rover specialist repair, maintenance, refurbishment, custom off road shop. Wide knowledge of Land Rover Discovery, Range Rover, Defender models and off road equipment. Alan Elliot is the owner/founder.
This shop brings together the Land Rover expertise of Carey Knause [formerly of East Coast Rover] and the fabrication/off road skills of enthusiast T.J. Copeland. Downeast Coachworks specializes in Series Land Rover restoration, off road preparation, repairs and maintenance.
Garrett Borque is not only a professional archaeologist but a highly skilled automotive specialist in Jaguar and Rover cars. He has worked with leading restoration and repair shops in the US and Europe, and has a great product knowledge of classic Jaguar, Rover as well as other British cars. GB Services can also supply new and used parts for British automobiles.
Authorized distributor of Rovers North parts in Puerto Rico. Repair, maintenance, restoration, off road upgrading on all models of Land Rovers. A must-see stop for Land Rover enthusiasts visiting Puerto Rico.
Restoration specialist in Series Land Rovers, but knows them all from decades of technical knowledge of Land Rover parts. Enjoys working on Land Rovers that will see daily use. Has vehicles for sale and/or completion, a genuine craftsman who uses his Land Rovers on his family farm.
Ship's has terrific product knowledge on all Land Rover models, significant off road experience and considerable skills reparing, maintaining and equipping Land Rovers. The owner/founder is Doug Shipman.
Links - Land Rover Clubs, Events and Other Shops
Maine Winter Romp, Unity ME [February 18-21,2011 ]: one of the largest Northeast winter rallys
TR-7.com: Best worldwide forum, history and information on TR-7's
JClay website: This Texas enthusiast offers a wealth of valuable technical tips, advice and counsel.
The Wedge Shop Taunton, MA [TR8 specialist, stock and upgrades, shop, parts, TR-7]
Leyland English Auto Kennebunkport, ME [TR7 specialist, stock, shop, parts, TR-8]
British Invasion: Highly recommended British car weekend, excellent opportunity to learn about British cars [September 16-18,2011], Stowe, VT
The Kennebunks Road Rally: Highly entertaining event that wends its way through the beautiful villages and farms of south coastal Maine, including Kennebunk, West Kennenbunk, Goose Rocks, Kennbunkport and Arundel. Ideal for novice and veteran, alike; held annually in October.
Corvair Expertise
CORSA - Corvair Society of America: National club of over 4,000 members, excellent monthly magazine, list of specialist shops and chapters nationwide
Corvair Forum - excellent resource for Corvair novice and veteran enthusiasts
Clarks Corvair Shelburne Falls, MA - largest supplier of Corvair parts, very knowledgable on restoration, repair and maintenance
"The Land Rover is not a vehicle, it's a way of life."