About
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.
All Content © 2026 VanderbiltCupRaces.com
Co-Founder and Writer: Howard Kroplick
Co-Founder: Dana Kroplick
Website by Eric Miller Design
Site maintained by Hop Studios
Recent Comments
a very beautiful and unique automobile. Can’t wait to see completed photos of the restored car.
From Press Release: Vanderbilt Museum Sells One-of-a Kind 1937 Chrysler
I am far from an expert or even know what I am talking about but after reading the information and known history of the Alco and the mystery photo could be in the L.A. area is there a chance that perhaps this is a replica car as indicated and perhaps the location of the photo could be at one of the original Ascot Speedway’s? There was one around the 1910 era. Maybe the driver is not actually a competition driver but perhaps a ‘test driver’ or a sales rep for Alco? Just a thought from the ‘peanut gallery’.
From Can You Identify this Mystery Alco Racer?
There are still some very clear scapes of roadway just to the left of those poles and you can clearly see both ashphalt and cement in spots. I wonder if drainage was always a problem in this particular stretch.
From Long Island Motor Parkway Bridge Series:#17 Old Courthouse Road Bridge- Manhasset Hills/North Hills
Do you have any record of my grandfather, Ralph Bitter, from Union or Orange, NJ, who was a mechanic with the Duesenberg racing team? Thanks for a great website and info source!
From Spectacular Aerials of Roosevelt Field and Roosevelt Raceway (1924-1938)
I first saw that building in 1958 during a family outing to the lake. My grandfather mentioned that it was associated with the Vanderbilt Parkway. I had no idea then what that meant except for the fact that a piece of that same parkway was just a few feet from my grandad’s self-built home in Bethpage. It is ever so important to preserve these incredibly important parts of our heritage.
From Then & Now: The Annex to the Petit Trianon
From Sam Berliner III:
“The radiator cap is quite different. “
From Can You Identify this Mystery Alco Racer?
Hi Penny:
I agree… it is really an unusual photo.
Howard
From Can You Identify this Mystery Alco Racer?
From JeRita:
“Howard there is no one better qualified than you to get this great car. I know you will restore her to glory again and best of all drive her and share with others. Please keep us posted on her progress. CONGRATULATIONS”
From Press Release: Vanderbilt Museum Sells One-of-a Kind 1937 Chrysler
This bridge was the first image I saw of the LIMP, when I Googled, America’s earliest parkways/freeways. It invoked a sense of some, almost remote time in history. It also looked like the old bridges designed by the New Haven Electric Trolley lines, early suburban public transport, New Haven to Guilford, Ct. crossing my street in North Branford. One particular bridge, crossing the Farm River, still stands, and is around eighty feet(?) long.
From Long Island Motor Parkway Bridge Series:#17 Old Courthouse Road Bridge- Manhasset Hills/North Hills
I noticed in the first photo, a snow plow plowing the Motor Parkway. From the stories that I have heard from the people who have lived on Long Island for many years, a snow plow was rarely, if ever, seen in those days. It is interesting that those in charge of the Motor Parkway made sure the road was cleared of snow.
From The Length of the Long Island Motor Parkway
Who owns the bridge today? Is it in safe hands?
From Long Island Motor Parkway Bridge Series:#17 Old Courthouse Road Bridge- Manhasset Hills/North Hills
Howard,
Mazel Tov on your purchase of that terrific Chrysler. Knowing you, I’m sure that the car will get the restoration it deserves. I couldn’t think of anyone who is more deserving of this auto.
I can’t wait to see it.
Best,
Roger Price
From Press Release: Vanderbilt Museum Sells One-of-a Kind 1937 Chrysler
Wow Howard! I am so excited to see you bought it. I saw it as is and can’t wait to see how well you will restore it to it’s glory!
From Press Release: Vanderbilt Museum Sells One-of-a Kind 1937 Chrysler
That is a shame! People do not appreciate the beauty in architecture.
From Then & Now: The Annex to the Petit Trianon
East to West Classic Cars. The Charity Club. Please post us on Site. http://www.easttowestclassicars.com best regards. Dean
From Long Island Car Club Directory- Sorted by Type
Fascinating! I grew up near here. Thanks for the great work!
From Long Island Motor Parkway Bridge Series:#17 Old Courthouse Road Bridge- Manhasset Hills/North Hills
You finally found the perfect tow vehicle for “The Black Beast”. An inspired choice by a dedicated automotive enthusiast. Best of luck.
From Press Release: Vanderbilt Museum Sells One-of-a Kind 1937 Chrysler
Hi Howard,
Congratulations on your purchase of the Chrysler Town Car. This is going to look great when restored to its original condition. I hope to do a painting of this car in the future. It is beautiful!
From Press Release: Vanderbilt Museum Sells One-of-a Kind 1937 Chrysler
This fine car will now be restored and preserved after decades of severe neglect. My sincere personal thanks for stepping up and becoming the new ‘caretaker’ of this fine piece of automotive rolling sculpture. I know it has been a long road for you to pursue this car and took a lot of patience, but now that car could not have found a better home. All my best.
From Press Release: Vanderbilt Museum Sells One-of-a Kind 1937 Chrysler
Howard,
I am delighted to see that the car will remain in Long Island. If anyone were to get this car, then it should have been you.
Congratulations.
From Press Release: Vanderbilt Museum Sells One-of-a Kind 1937 Chrysler
Page 937 of 1024 pages ‹ First < 935 936 937 938 939 > Last ›