David's S-Type and other issues

[Tom Hoffman]

Greetings Everyone,
Just wanted to post this note from David's daughter Lesli. She has some news about the plans for David's car. Hopefully they will find a good home for it.
Additionally, she has inquired about who will maintain the Register in terms of the list of automobiles. Not sure how many more cars are still on the road, as David tracked down a bunch of them. Anyway, it would be great for someone to take on this responsibility. Anyone interested can contact me through the Forum.
Tom

Hi Tom-
we are actually looking into donating the car. It is not something she wants to drive or maintain. Dad would want it to stay in the family, but most of all, he would want it to be enjoyed by as many people as possible. We have had a few inquiries that I think would make a good home for it.

One question I wanted to ask you is is there anyone who will maintain the S registry in the least even if the newsletter will not be published anymore? I have received one new car via email and have just been hanging on to the information.
Best, Lesli

[Tom Hoffman]

I'm happy to report that David's family has decided on what would become of his car. His daughter Lesli reports the following:

Yes, we have decided to donate Dad's S to the Coventry Foundation in Columbia, SC. They started a museum in the British Sports Car Hall of Fame in Petersburg VA that will house cars and memorabilia for education and public enjoyment. We felt the car will get the most exposure and appreciation there. This way it will also stay in a place that we can go visit and we won't lose track of it. Thanks for asking.

[cass3958]

Nice touch and I think it would be something David would appreciate and be proud of that his car is now a museum piece admired by many.

[Glyn Ruck]

A great and sensible gesture. I think David would approve wholeheartedly. I personally feel that the family should have retained ownership of the car however. I don't think CF are as benevolent as they would like one to believe.