Vanderbilt Cup Races

Mercedes #10 (1911)

Finished 2nd in the 1911 Vanderbilt Cup Race

Make: Mercedes
Year: 1911
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Finish Place: 2
Average Speed: 73.2

#10 Mercedes (Germany) driven by Ralph DePalma. Finished 2nd in 1911 Vanderbilt Cup Race. Completed the race, averaging 73.2 mph.

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Feb 25 2015
Starting Lineup: The 1911 Vanderbilt Cup Race, Savannah, Georgia

For the first Vanderbilt Cup Race held outside of Long Island, a total of 14 entries raced on a 17.1 mile road course in Savannah and Effingham on November 27, 1911.

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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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Mercedes #10 (1911)

Finished 2nd in the 1911 Vanderbilt Cup Race

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