TC at Christie's Auction

[Jay_Laifman@countrywide.com]

"Smilies" to you on both notes. Further, I will say that I suspect the frame, wood and fenders were all replacements. Thus, there was sadly little left in that car that was touched by the hands in Morris' Garage! But, perhaps that is the reality of most of the TCs still out there. Jay

[Ronald Simon]

Jay, just thought I would throw my 2 cents regarding Reid Miles TC. Not only was the bonnet hand made of aluminum but also the side panels and the front apron between the fenders. This was only because Reid liked the looks of the polished aluminum. Reid Miles was a true Hollywood eccentric. Very famous as a photographer and graphic designer, he made a whole series of album covers for the Blue Note Jazz label. I remember following Reid in the TC during one of our TC Motoring Guild conclaves and helping to fix the TC when it developed fuel pump maladies. I Still have in my collection a signed agreement written by Reid agreeing to host our annual holiday pary at his place. At the time we could not find any paper so it was written on toilet paper. Alas, with Reids passing we had to hold the party elsewhere. I also remember being at an event with Reid and asking him where I could purchase a copy of his famous TC poster. Reid promptly went to the back of the TC and pulled one out and sold it to me on the spot.Those were the days! Jay, say hello to your dad for me. Ron Simon Jay_Laifman@countrywide.com wrote:

> "Smilies" to you on both notes. Further, I will say that I suspect the > frame, wood and fenders were all replacements. Thus, there was sadly > little left in that car that was touched by the hands in Morris' Garage! > But, perhaps that is the reality of most of the TCs still out there. > > Jay > > > > Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/

[Want1937hd@aol.com]

I've never seen a photo of the Reid Miles TC, nor did know of him till today. It is obvious that those lucky enough to have shared time with this fellow lost a fine friend. I do hope the car found a proper home and caretaker. Bob TC4956

[The Wilsons]

Jay, Wow! You're still coveting red wire wheels - by now, that must be 6-8 years of unrequited love! I met the car and Reid Miles at an MG Marque Day at Moss Motors in about 1990. At that time he told me he had been offered $35,000 for the car. I was surprised and asked why he turned it down. He replied indignantly, "I lost my virginity in this car - it's not for sale!" I was skeptical and replied, "No, not in a TC." He said, "Oh yes, you can do it! Then, waving his arms as if tossing things from a box, he explained, "You remove the top, the side curtains, the seat back, the passenger floor board...you can do it!" I still wasn't convinced he was serious, but I was laughing too much to object again. It's interesting to learn that the car has since sold for $10,000 less. I guess it doesn't pay to get TOO attached to these cars! Russ Wilson (Jay - please note my new e-ddress)

[DougPulver@aol.com]

In a message dated 8/22/2001 5:35:47 PM Pacific Daylight Time, kelsey@shadetreemotors.com writes: > Skip et al, I too have Reid's poster on my office wall and often refer others to it as "this is what my car will look like when it's finished - only red". Reid was in fact a very interesting person. I had an opportunity to judge one of his other getaway cars at a show in San Diego - if memory serves correctly it was a yellow and black Lincoln from the thirties. Anyway, I guess it's good to know that the poster TC is still alive and well. Doug Pulver TC 5850

[anngene@bellsouth.net]

Is there any chance a picture could be posted on the T-ABC website to show this special TC? I'd love to see what it looked like. Gene

[twilson@motionwear.net]

As an Australian author so aptly stated - "Polish it 'til it gleams, drive it 'til it smokes!" That's what a TC is for. Tom Wilson Motionwear Inc. 1315 Sunday Drive Indianapolis, IN 46217 Office (317) 780-0609 Fax (317) 780-4188 -----Original Message----- From: The Wilsons [mailto:wilsonrs@ix.netcom.com] Sent: Thursday, August 23, 2001 12:33 AM To: Jay_Laifman@countrywide.com Cc: mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com Subject: [mg-tabc] Re: TC at Christie's Auction Jay, Wow! You're still coveting red wire wheels - by now, that must be 6-8 years of unrequited love! I met the car and Reid Miles at an MG Marque Day at Moss Motors in about 1990. At that time he told me he had been offered $35,000 for the car. I was surprised and asked why he turned it down. He replied indignantly, "I lost my virginity in this car - it's not for sale!" I was skeptical and replied, "No, not in a TC." He said, "Oh yes, you can do it! Then, waving his arms as if tossing things from a box, he explained, "You remove the top, the side curtains, the seat back, the passenger floor board...you can do it!" I still wasn't convinced he was serious, but I was laughing too much to object again. It's interesting to learn that the car has since sold for $10,000 less. I guess it doesn't pay to get TOO attached to these cars! Russ Wilson (Jay - please note my new e-ddress) Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/

[Jay_Laifman@countrywide.com]

Ron wrote: "Jay, just thought I would throw my 2 cents regarding Reid Miles TC. Not only was the bonnet hand made of aluminum but also the side panels and the front apron between the fenders." So, at this point, with the TR4 running gear, and the possibly new frame, fenders and body, and now the bonnet, side panels and apron, I'm not quite sure what if anything of that car is original. That said, I still love it. Jay

[FIGSMG@cs.com]

All this talk about a poster I have never seen. Are they still available, where can I get a copy, who does one contact? Help Thanx Fig

[Robert Johnson]

The posters show up on Ebay from time to time. That's how I got mine a few months ago. Bob Johnson - '46 TC 1450