Vanderbilt Cup Races

Mercedes #1 (1904)

First car to ever start in the Vanderbilt Cup Races

Make: Mercedes
Year: 1904
Mechanician: Sam Betty
Horsepower: 60
Finish Place: 5
Average Speed: 35

#1 Mercedes (Germany) driven by Albert Campbell, 60 HP. Finished 5th- Running in Hicksville when race was called. Averaged 35 mph.

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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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First car to ever start in the Vanderbilt Cup Races

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