Tag: Marmon Wasp And Alco Black Beast
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Jan 27 2024
Video of the Week: This Car Matters: Marmon Wasp - First Indianapolis 500 Winner
The HVA takes a close look at the Marmon Wasp, the first ever winner of the Indianapolis 500 driven to victory in 1911 by Ray Harroun.
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Sep 17 2012
Hemmings Daily: All Blowed Up: Putting the Marmon Wasp’s block back together
David Traver Adolphus has written a follow-up article in Hemmings Daily on the condition of the Marmon Wasp following the 2011 Indy 500 parade lap.
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Nov 29 2011
The Dramatic Story of the Marmon Wasp During the 2011 Indy 500 Parade Lap
The parade lap of seven vintage cars prior to this year's Indy 500 Race was a thrill for everyone involved. However, only a few people know about the near-accident that almost occurred at the beginning of the parade lap. Let's start at the beginning:
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Aug 17 2011
What Hampered the Marmon Wasp During 2011 Indy 500 Parade Lap
The 2011 Indy 500 Parade Lap was led by the historic 1911 Marmon Wasp, winner of the first Indy 500. Although successful in completing two parade laps, the Marmon had difficulties starting and running. The cause of the Wasp's problems was recently discussed on the Yahoo Racing History Board, along…
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Jun 02 2011
The Marmon Wasp -Winner of the 1911 Indy 500 Race
Excellent discussion on [email protected] on the winner of the Inaugural Indy 500 Race in 1911 -the Marmon Wasp:
Really think the couple up on Jericho Tpke are the same couple that officially toured the LIMP 1958 - 1967. Could also…