Taranaki Couple Surprised by $70,000 Valentine
Taranaki Couple Surprised by $70,000 Valentine from
International Admirer
Today, Taranaki couple Steve and Joy Fabish
received a surprise valentine from an international
‘admirer’, Barry Engle; Executive Vice President and
President, General Motors International. A brand-new Holden
Commodore valued at $70,000 was delivered to the couple’s
residence in New Plymouth by four times Bathurst Champion
Greg Murphy, along with a letter which read:
Dear Steve and Joy,
Happy
Valentine’s Day.
When I heard about
how much you love Holden, I wanted you to know that Holden
loves you too. Holden and Kiwis ‘go way back’ (as you
like to say) and I think we’ve got an exciting future
together.
Enjoy the drive, this brand-new
Commodore is yours to keep. You’re the first New
Zealanders to own one. I arrive in the country tomorrow and
I’d love to hear what you think of your new
Holden.
Best Wishes,
Barry Engle;
Executive Vice President and President, GM
International.
The car enthusiasts established a Holden Museum dedicated to celebrating the history of the vehicles in New Zealand on their property last year. The site spans 1050 square meters and features 33 Holden vehicles built between 1949 and 2016.
Steve Fabish says the couple were overwhelmed by the gift.
“I can’t believe it. I’ve got tears in my eyes,” he said.
Mr. Engle will be visiting New Zealand for the
first time on February 15th when he will meet Steve and Joy
Fabish.
-ENDS-