ACourtney wrote:I would request anyone who contacts CKC directly to buy a copy - 01823 617908, or
ian@performancepublishing.co.uk - to make it clear that they want the issue with the Midas feature. That can only help to demonstrate the level of interest that still exists for Midas cars.
Well, I bought my copy of the magazine from WHS, but when I read your post, Alistair, I sent Ian Stent an email:
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Hi Ian,
As a result of Alistair Courtney’s request on the Midas Owners’ Club forum, I thought I’d pass this on to you.
I don’t buy any magazines on a regular basis, but I have to thank you for this edition, with its article about the Midas. Really enjoyed it, and it’s good to see a well written article about my vehicle of choice – I built a Mk 2 (Bronze) Midas in 1985, and currently have a Mark 3 (Gold) which is very slowly being returned to a roadworthy condition, with the intention of it eventually becoming my main road transport – an essential, since I live in the middle of a forest!
Many thanks for publishing it.
Best wishes
David Lees (in the middle of Scotland)"
Shortly after, I got a brief reply from Ian:
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Hi David,
Glad you enjoyed it, and good luck with the Gold!
All the best
ian"
Nice to get a response. The followup response, which arrived today, was even nicer:
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Hi David,
You email was the ‘letter of the month’ in the last issue, which means you win a CKC fleece!
If you could tell me your size and address, we’ll get one in the post.
Many thanks
Ian"
I like this kind of surprise, I only sent them an email to thank them for printing the article!
Thanks, Alistair, for prompting me to do so.
And thanks to Ian too, if you're reading this.