Reviews
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Ed Scripps
3 months ago
I've owned a lot of Series Land Rovers over the years. When I decided to have North America Overland restore a series vehicle I didn't know what to expect compared to what I have become used to. What an amazing vehicle. To think this is what driving a series Land Rover could be like. The work was meticulous. No detail was over looked. The dedication to authenticity was evident in every aspect. The vehicle drove better than I could have expected. The passion to turning out a first class example of what a series Land Rover should was the result of the final product. I can never go back to my old Land Rovers now.
RCR
a year ago
Mike and the team at NAO are in the top 1% of car folks and restorers that I ve worked with. The whole process of restoring an old Series can t be better than the service that the team provides. They make owning what are now 50+ year old vehicles feasible and without hassle everyday. I m looking forward to enjoying our Series for a long time and only let Mike and his team keep it running for a very very long time. Can t think of another way of owning an old Land Rover.
Pierre
4 years ago
Mike and the guys at North America Overland are the best! They hand-held me through the restoration / customization process which was great, since this is my first Series Land Rover and I really didn't now what I was doing.They are not pushy at all. Mike suggests options that you might want for your vehicle. He will answer questions about why he suggests this and give you all the pros and cons before you commit. You do not have to get everything on the list to get a great vehicle, but many of the options he offers will help you enjoy the vehicle more, and prevent issues down the road.Mike listens to you and asks you lots of questions about what you plan on doing with the Land Rover before he starts the process. This way you get a custom-tailored vehicle that meets your needs.I did not want a perfect over the top vehicle. I wanted something mechanically great and that looks nice. I did not want a concours restoration (don't get me wrong, I have seen those in his shop and they are beautiful). Mike was OK with that and created something that I wanted and met my budget.I won't write a novel here but suffice it to say, they did many things and offered services I don't think I could find elsewhere.The pictures on his web site do NOT do the finished vehicles justice. They are so much nicer in person. When I picked up my Land Rover he showed me around and I got to see several beautiful vehicles in various stages of restoration as well as completed ones too.Mike is not all about up-selling you or getting lots of your money. All the guys at North American Overland are passionate, but Mike takes it to the next level. Ask him literally anything about Land Rovers and he knows it. Ask him to find you that obscure part, and he will find it.Mike loves Land Rovers... it really shows by the passionate way he talks about them, and in the care that they put into creating your Land Rover. Mike gets excited about creating your land Rover and his excitement is contagious. You know that you are getting a Land Rover created by someone who could do anything, yet decided to channel his energy in creating the best Land Rovers possible.When I decide to get another Land Rover (a Defender may be calling my name), I will 100% go back to Mike and North America Overland.P.S. I know I am sounding like they are the best thing since sliced bread, but truly, the entire experience was amazing!
John Almstead
4 years ago
North America Overland is the place to have your Land Rover taken care of. Mike has been able to make owning a old Land Rover fun, and enjoyable. We have had our 109 updated, and upgraded over the years. I would highly recommend them for your Land Rover needs, and to have a reliable daily driver.
Ricardo Fuentes Mil�n
4 years ago
North America Overland (NAO), was a great surprise for me, after looking for someone to restore my Land Rover Series 3 109 1972 Pick Up for months, some other restorer told me about NAO and since the first call Mike was awesome, I m from Old Mexico so was quite a challenge to send the Landy up to Connecticut, but once I got to see and drove my restored Land Rover I got the feeling that I was driving out of the assembly line back in 1972, I have had restore my share of old Jeeps and old boats, but this restoration is the best of the best, not only on the restoration itself but in customer service, the updates on the work, the videos, the honest answers to all my questions and doubts, truly on times I felt I was doing the restoration on my own backyard. Thanks to all the crew at North America Overland, andspecially to Mike Sandone, I have the drive of my life!Ricardo Fuentes
Robert Nimkoff
3 years ago
My goal was to obtain a factory correct high quality restoration/build and Mike and Chris really delivered. These projects do take a while but it was worth every week of waiting. Great attention to detail and super responsive to my visits and questions. I am luck enough to live about 5 miles from the shop so frequent visits were an enjoyable part of seeing the project move along. Nothing is rushed and Mike was adamant that the final product came out perfect. Driving their truck is an amazing pleasure and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to have absolutely the best build possible.
Bryan Estell
4 years ago
North America Overland is not only professional and knowledgeable when it comes to Land Rover restorations, but the staff is truly passionate for their trade they indeed drive classic Land Rovers daily and support enthusiast events. Their entire process of restoration is very thorough with the first step being a dialogue about the customer s want/needs tempered by their vast experience of what really works, often with recommendations based upon what they have done to their own vehicles. The way forward after that can be very different depending upon final decisions, but I can attest to the fact that the final product will exceed your expectations. Restorations/improvements of this quality aren t cheap or expeditious (doing things the right way hardly ever is), but they are definitely worth the expense and wait. I have had no problems with my Defender 110, a total rebuild with extensive upgrades, since picking it up at their Connecticut shop, driving it home via an overland trip around the Great Lakes through Canada, and in the years since. I wholeheartedly recommend Mike and his team at North American Overland for any of your Land Rover needs. Thank you again guys! (1986 Defender 110 Tithonus NAO Matte Tan)
Ed Micola
4 years ago
Four years ago I bought a 1964 Land Rover and quickly discovered I was in way over my head. When you buy a vehicle that's over 50 years old, you quickly discover that previous owners tried to repair things and they probably shouldn't have. Mike and the crew at NAO assured me that they would find every problem and refurbish my truck with genuine parts. I was impressed by their attention to detail and how Mike walked me through the entire process NAO has a passion for these vehicle and it clearly shows in the finished product. I've been driving a safe and reliable head turner ever since. Thank you!
Jessica Ferguson
3 years ago
North America Overland finished a total rebuild/restoration on our 1983 Land Rover 110 (Defender) this summer 2020 & we are beyond thrilled with the result. It is a handcrafted work of art that is clearly built to last. Bottom up rebuild, new interior, etc. yet still retaining all the things that make classic Land Rovers great: no computer, no nonsense, just honest design. Someone once said, paraphrasing here, If you get bogged down & annoyed by the minutia of life, then don t own a Land Rover. If you love the adventure & beauty of life, then this is the ticket . Mike and the team walked us through a complete rebuild, resulting in everything we could have wanted from a custom restoration. It is 100% classic, and a dream to call our own. Would recommend Mike & Sofie & the team to anyone looking to restore or rebuild a classic Land Rover.
Dave Ferrin
4 years ago
Mike and Co. did a marvelous job on my Costa Rica imported 1976 88" which I had completely dissembled. I spent a great deal of time gathering all new parts and lost steam close to the finish line.From a smattering of boxes of parts and a rolling new chassis they produced a wonderful specimen.Their attention to detail, knowledge of these British beauties, and a true passion for perfection came together in the form of "Roy".An absolute pleasure! Thank you guys.Dave Ferrin
wann robinson
4 years ago
I wanted to give a public recommendation North American Overland is the most knowledgeable restoration company for land rovers that exists. Their attention to detail is second to none. No project is too large or too small I have personally had a very detailed experience in project done and the end result of the projectWhat is a vehicle that look like it rolled off the assembly line with what modifications we wanted great job Mike and team feel free to use me as a reference anytime
P MacgGill
4 years ago
Mike Sandone and Chris Velardi of North America Overland are like great artists who reinvent their world every time they roll a vehicle out of that beautiful barn in Monroe, CT. Plus, dealing with Mike and Chris is a dream, for they are among the few who have more passion for Land Rovers than do the owners.
James Stone
4 years ago
NA Overland performed a restoration of a 1964 Series IIa over the course of the past 15 months, with me taking delivery in October 2019. The process was totally transparent, the quality of the workmanship to the highest standard, and the final product exceeded my expectations. Mike Sandone was excellent to work with, open to entertaining any question, and responding to any inquiry by email, telephone or text in a timely fashion. I recommend this company without reservation for anyone interested in acquiring a beautifully restored period land rover.
Dave Ambrose
4 years ago
Highly recommended for serious restorations of Series Land Rovers. These guys have a second to none attention to detail and they know what they are doing. I can count the number of people I trust to refurbish my 1967 2a on one hand and these guys are definitely among those.
Brad Berggren
4 years ago
Mike and the team are amazing. From start to finish they were available to speak as needed and their work and knowledge is second to none. I wouldn't use anyone else!
Eric Wood
4 years ago
I've had the pleasure of engaging North America Overland on everything from a frame-up restoration to upgrades to my 2a brakes and installing an overdrive. They get it right stand behind their work. I continue to be impressed with the results.
Georgina Scholl
4 years ago
Mike and his team are skilled, professional, and approachable. They transformed my 84 Defender 90 into an object of beauty, utility and admiration, and a reliable transporter of dogs, sheep, and people.
Jos� Estrada
a year ago
I love defenders and this company seems like they do a great job, some day in the near future will visit them to check what cars they have available for sale.
Akin Francis
a year ago
Nail on the head for overlanders like my self. Great resource
Buck Waggoner
8 months ago
These boys are on the right track!
