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  • Jun 20 2011

    In the Indy Formula One Garage and On the Track: The Marmon Wasp that Won the 1911 Indy 500

    One day prior to the 2011 Indy 500 Race, the Black Beast and other race cars that participated in this year's pre-race ceremonies were stored in the Indianapolis Motor Speedway's Formula One Garage. Among these racers was the 1911 Marmon that won the Inaugural 1911 Indy 500 Race driven by…



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May 22 2012

Howard, Thank you for being such a gracious host and for allowing my son to sit in the Black Beast.  Jack was thrilled and…

May 21 2012

Howard: A great job as always.. and thanks. Happy Anniversary to you and Roz. see you at Greenwich

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Thanks for the photos.  Congratulations to you and Roz on your 40th anniversary.
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The six Vanderbilt Cup Races held on Long Island from 1904 to 1910 were the greatest sporting events of their day, and the first international automobile road races held in the United States. The races had a far-reaching impact on the development of American automobiles and parkways. This site provides comprehensive information on the races, the Long Island Motor Parkway and current Long Island automotive events, car shows and news.

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