Tom Miller

A 1940 Ford Coupe that Tom built around 2000. The car was channeled over the frame for a nice low stance. Photo courtesy of Tom Miller.

A 1926 Ford Model T that Tom built in 2008. Photo courtesy of Tom Miller.

Tom also restored this 1931 Ford Model A. "I felt sorry for it and brought it back to life. I really like this car – it is a blast to drive." Photo courtesy of Tom Miller.

Tom has owned several cars that he did not build. "I found a 1932 3 window in Detroit that was stored for over 60 years. There is a ’32 roadster still there I am trying to buy." Photo courtesy of Tom Miller.

Tom Miller is a hot rod builder and car enthusiast from Michigan.

Early Years

Tom bought his first car in 1964, at 13 years old. It was a 1931 Ford Model A. A second Model A followed two years later.

Career

Tom worked at the Ford Motor Company. After retiring, he worked for Lew Wolff, maintaining Lew's cars.

Building Hot Rods

Tom did not start building hot rods until he met Teddy Z in Wyandotte, Michigan in the early 1980s. Ted became a close friend and mentor, giving Tom tools and helping him with bodywork on his builds. In 1989, Tom completed a 1930 Ford Model A Coupe powered by a flathead engine. Teddy Z welded the body and laid out the flame paint job.

Tom Miller's Cars

Tom Miller's 1926 Ford Model T Roadster
Tom Miller's 1930 Ford Model A Coupe
Tom Miller's 1931 Ford Model A
Tom Miller's 1940 Ford Coupe