Tourist Trophy Garage in New Orleans

[michalotti_tr]

In my search for a replacement frame for my TR I've come across what seems like a great deal at Tourist Trophy Garage in New Orleans. Unfortunately, all I have is phone contact with him - no website or photos of the frame. He states that it's in excellent condition.

Does anyone on the forum have any experience with this establishment? Just looking for some feedback before I make a long drive down and back.

Thanks!

 

[Guest]

Ray,
Is the address on Tchopotoulis Street in New Orleans. If it is, I can give you some info. I know the guy.

bill

 

[Guest]

Ray,
I just Googled Tourist Trophy Garage and it is the garage on Tchopotoulis (chop-a-too-lis). Owned by Elliot Evans, nice old coot that has been in business for a long time. IMHO, was thinking of retiring and Hurricane Katrina probably convinced him to do so. I went by there a week ago and I don't think he was open for business. Probably trying to sell off some old stock. Elliot was a racer in his day, many years ago. He always had an XKE or two, and other various and sundry British Cars being repaired. I think he was quite reputable in his day, just time to move on. I would be willing to bet that if he says it is good, he is not one to BS. Give him a try, give you a chance to see New Orleans like you have never seen it before. Good luck.

Bill

 

[Mickey Richaud]

Yep - a reputable business that has been around a while. Never dealt with them personally when I was there, but heard only positive comments. Another of the Forum members, Paul Johnson, probably knows of them as well.

Mickey

 

[Paul Johnson]

I have known Elliott Evans since the early 60s, and know him to be an honest person. I'd buy on his word. Was in N.O. a few days ago, and am told that he is still in business, but things are still quite slow there, so keep trying. If you have no luck getting him, I can get in touch with some friends who talk to him regularly.

 

[michalotti_tr]

Thank you everyone for the input. Glad to hear such positive comments for Mr. Evans. Looks like I'll be making a trip to New Orleans in the near future! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif