Vanderbilt Cup Races

I am searching for info on first token given at the 1911 race. Please forward any info u might have.
Thank you

From Film "The Inaugural Indy 500 Race"

Terrific! A job well done!    HR

From Video: "Upclose with Chrysler's Chrysler"

The car looks just beautiful, Howard. You were missed by many yesterday on the grounds of the Vanderbilt. The day was gorgeous, as were the automobiles appearing for all to see and enjoy. I was informed that you and the Chrysler had an engagement and honor at another event outside of NY state. I hope you had a great day there, and I’m looking forward to seeing you and the reborn Chrysler soon.
Congrats again on the completion of the project. - Ernie

From Video: "Upclose with Chrysler's Chrysler"

Missed a couple, but here’s what I got…

1 1957 Maserati 250S
2 ?
3 1929 Duesenberg J
4 1909 Stanley Model R
5 1934 Hispano-Suiza J12
6 1931 Ruxton Sedan
7   Jay Leno driving a 1907 White Model G Runabout
8 1947 Tatra T87
9 ?
10 isn’t that the same Ruxton from #6?

From Mystery Foto #85 Solved: Ten Automobiles from the Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance

I would like to see and hear it running.  But it looks great!

From Video: "Upclose with Chrysler's Chrysler"

I’ll take a shot at the years too;  1958,1954,1930,1909,1931,1930,1910-Jay Leno at the wheel.1937,1935 1930.

From Mystery Foto #85 Solved: Ten Automobiles from the Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance

Maserati,Kaiser Darrin,Duesenberg,Stanley Steamer,Hispano Suiza, Ruxton,White Steamer, Tatra,Hispano Suiza,Ruxton.

From Mystery Foto #85 Solved: Ten Automobiles from the Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance

Now I can’t wait to see this more than gorgeous one of a kind 1937 Chrysler. The pictures are magnificent. I guess I have to wait to see it at the Americana Manhasset in Oct

From Video: "Upclose with Chrysler's Chrysler"

Hi Howard,

Your Chrysler came out beautiful! Congratulations on your award at Pebble Beach.

From Video: "Upclose with Chrysler's Chrysler"

I have a original 1936 Roosevelt Raceway George Vanderbilt Cup Columbus race day official program book for sale any body interested in it ??

From Favorite Website: The Golden Era of Grand Prix Racing

I hope this review makes more enthusiasts aware of the wonderful web site. Very nice comments, and well deserved!

From Inthedriveway.com: "VanderbiltCupRaces.com: Website worth a Trophy"

Howard,
What can I say, except that it’s magnificent!  I can’t wait to see the car in “person.”
Roger

From Video: "Upclose with Chrysler's Chrysler"

Howard, might this be the highest number of dead-on (or nearly so) answers ever?  Sam, III
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From Howard I

Sam, you are correct.

From Mystery Foto #84 Solved: Henry Ford II at the Ford Pavilion at the 1964 Word's Fair

D’accord!  Sam, III

From Inthedriveway.com: "VanderbiltCupRaces.com: Website worth a Trophy"

Without looking up anything, especially years, 1- Maserati, 2 - ca. ‘50 Kaiser Darrin, 3 - ca. ‘30 Duesenberg SJ, 4 - ca. ‘15 Stanley Steamer, 5 - ca. ‘30 Hisso, 6 - ca. ‘30 Ruxton (with Woodlites), 7 - ca. ‘15 American-LaFrance with Leno, 8 - ‘67 Tatra (how’d I EVER guess?), 9 - a SECOND ca. ‘30 Hisso!, and 10 - (huh?) that’s #6 again!  Sam, III

From Mystery Foto #85 Solved: Ten Automobiles from the Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance

I grew up in Chryslers like this (not Town Cars, though) and it took me way back!  Magnificent work; magnificent film.  Even the two rods under the hood holding the bullnose to the cowl were on my ‘39!  Thanks.  Mike Warshaw has two other films posted, entitled “Woodies as far as you can see” 1 and 2; that shop (Steve’s?) has every Chrysler I ever owned or drove (or drooled over) up through a 1950 and beyond, including a super-rare ‘42 T&C!  What a treat for this old codger!  Sam, III

From Video: "Upclose with Chrysler's Chrysler"

This vehicle was one of seven Alcos and one Isotta Fraschini rescued by Joe Loecy of Chardon, Ohio from the same source and restored many years ago.  It was driven in the Rose Bowl parade with singer Kate Smith as a passenger, and was to be the vehicle Joe was to drive in the ill-fated 1976 Bicentennial Around the World Auto Race, which never occurred.  It is interesting to note that he chose to drive this car over the dozen or so pre-WWI Rolls-Royce Silver Ghosts he owned.  Joe sold it to Berliet back in the 1980’s, and I was present when he made the deal to sell the vehicle.

From In Search of Alcos: #6 1912 Alco Touring Car at Fondation Berliet, Lyon France

A very nice review. And I do visit the site often.

Phil

From Inthedriveway.com: "VanderbiltCupRaces.com: Website worth a Trophy"

You’re so right Ken and also for all the other reviews since Pebble Beach. This is the thing of the century, history in the making by Howard Kroplick.

From Inthedriveway.com: "VanderbiltCupRaces.com: Website worth a Trophy"

I recently bought some SCCA memorabilia at an UK auction, and while researching the items came across your site. Many of the items are linked to Chuck Kotchan and
Grand Prix Motors. I have sent some further photos to Howard Kroplick of Chuck with “The Beast” which may be of interest to your readers. I will try posting additional photos at a later date.

From Mystery Foto #83 Revealed: Russ Case was the Original Owner of "The Beast"