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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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Wow what great photos. Recognize them all,but where is it is and what race was it is the big question? They were all in that area.Seen it so many times too,mind boggling,got to work it and maybe get the answers
From Mystery Foto #29 Solved: The 1908 Briarcliff Trophy Race
Sure wish that I could be their for this memorable historic event.Don’t miss it.
From Presentation "Treasures of the Vanderbilt Cup Races and the Long Island Motor Parkway",Patchogue, NY
Considering all the transport and shuffling in Shortie’s history, it’s amazing she remained in showroom condition after all this time. Congrats Howard on a very sleek and very unique automobile.
From Mustang III a Hit at the Oyster Bay Cruise Night
Didn’t know that there were hints,but still wouldn’t of known it anyway. The bonus,no clue on that either,
From Mystery Foto #28 Solved: Walter P. Chrysler and his Daughter Bernice Chrysler Garbisch in Palm Beach
This issue was over a year in planning, we knew we wanted to “do it right” . I was very pleased the way it turned out. Things got a bit tricky - the deadline for my story was when I had to be at a CCCA National Board meeting in Michigan! The story of the restoration car will be in a future issue of Hemmings Classic Car. Thanks to all for your kind comments.
From Hemmings Classic Car Cover: Mrs. Chrysler's Chrysler - One-Off 1937 Imperial Limousine by LeBaron
From Bob A.
Congratulations on making the cover. I love this magazine and one of my Studebaker club did make it into a story about his 1958 Studebaker Scotsman. But not a cover shoot. Looking forward to reading your travails with this car. Bob
From Hemmings Classic Car Cover: Mrs. Chrysler's Chrysler - One-Off 1937 Imperial Limousine by LeBaron
Howard- I think Hemmings did a splendid job describing your beautiful car.
Harry C. Reynolds
From Hemmings Classic Car Cover: Mrs. Chrysler's Chrysler - One-Off 1937 Imperial Limousine by LeBaron
Walter, I had no idea, well done!!
From Hemmings Classic Car Cover: Mrs. Chrysler's Chrysler - One-Off 1937 Imperial Limousine by LeBaron
Our subscriber issue came just before this post! We are thrilled for you and all your efforts to preserve and glorify so many amazing aspects of our local auto lure!!!
From Hemmings Classic Car Cover: Mrs. Chrysler's Chrysler - One-Off 1937 Imperial Limousine by LeBaron
that is the soldiers and sailors monument in troy ny. still there, site of a great farmers market every Saturday.
From Mystery Foto #28 Solved: Walter P. Chrysler and his Daughter Bernice Chrysler Garbisch in Palm Beach
That looks like Walter P. Chrysler and his daughter Bernice. Since this is a very informal family snapshot, I’m guessing it was taken by Mrs. Della Chrysler at the family’s estate in King’s Point, now the U. S. Merchant Marine Academy.
From Mystery Foto #28 Solved: Walter P. Chrysler and his Daughter Bernice Chrysler Garbisch in Palm Beach
I want to congratulate you both too,well deserved
From Hemmings Classic Car Cover: Mrs. Chrysler's Chrysler - One-Off 1937 Imperial Limousine by LeBaron
Howard, Congrats and well deserved to all involved. You Know Me! Wayne Carroll Petersen, Barney Oldfield, Master Driver of the World & America’s Legendary Speed King Great Great Nephew
The Chryslers would be Proud!
From Hemmings Classic Car Cover: Mrs. Chrysler's Chrysler - One-Off 1937 Imperial Limousine by LeBaron
From Gregg M:
DEAR HOWARD & WALTER: Hopefully I’m among the first to heartily congratulate you both on this month’s HEMMINGS CLASSIC CAR cover story. That Imperial Town Car certainly deserves all the attention and ink it gets. - GREGG
From Hemmings Classic Car Cover: Mrs. Chrysler's Chrysler - One-Off 1937 Imperial Limousine by LeBaron
Walter and Della Chrysler. I’m guessing Atlantic City.
From Mystery Foto #28 Solved: Walter P. Chrysler and his Daughter Bernice Chrysler Garbisch in Palm Beach
Aha! Buckham actually labelled the tiny LIRR train shown (NOT the LIRR itself) as “The Cannonball to the Hamptons” - quite correct. Sam, III
From Long Island Motor Parkway Illustrated Maps (1906-1933)
The LIRR’s crack express to the East End WAS a name train called,and placarded, the “Cannonball”. Can’t wait to see more from Buckham and Hofstra. Thanks, as always, Howard. Sam, III
From Long Island Motor Parkway Illustrated Maps (1906-1933)
Congrats again! I think that front left quarter down cover shot is the most beautiful photo of your car of any I’ve ever seen! Sam, III
From Hemmings Classic Car Cover: Mrs. Chrysler's Chrysler - One-Off 1937 Imperial Limousine by LeBaron
For thiose who remember the Pegaso, there’s a similar story under Classic Cars on my Automotive Page 2, <http://sbiii.com/automot2.html#clasicar>; scroll down to Pegaso. Sam, III
From VanderbiltCupRaces.com Exclusive: How Vincent Gardner Saved the Mustang III from Being Destroyed
......Hillside Ave Lodge (1921-1928). Any clue on location?
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From Howard Kroplick
This was a ticket kiosk at the Rocky Hill Lodge location before the lodge was opened in 1928:
http://www.vanderbiltcupraces.com/blog/article/toll_lodges_of_the_long_island_motor_parkway
From Long Island Motor Parkway Illustrated Maps (1906-1933)
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