Pope-Toledo #6 (1904)
Highest finish for an American car in 1904 race.
Make: Pope-Toledo
Year: 1904
Mechanician: Charles Soules
Horsepower: 24
Finish Place: 3
Average Speed: 40
#6 Pope-Toledo (USA) driven by Herb Lytle, 24 HP. In 3rd position in Jericho when race was called. Averaged 40 mph.
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