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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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Co-Founder and Writer: Howard Kroplick
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Recent Comments
Hi Howard The engine and transmission were replaced in 1973 . It could not be rebuilt ? ? Three color changes , was the interior changed also ? .....quite a bit of changing for so few miles . It is in good hands what ever you choose do or not .
Happy motoring ,Chris
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Howard Kroplick:
Chris, the only restoration was made in 1972-1975, when the color and interior was changed and the original Tucker engine was replaced with another original Tucker engine..
From The History of the Tucker 1044 (1948-Present) Updated: 6/18/2019
I will be there! Happy Tire Day!
From Hold the Date:Thursday, April 20, 2017 Meeting of the Long Island Motor Parkway Preservation Society
Wow! Very Exciting. Long Island now has its own version of King Tut’s Tomb!
From VanderbiltCupRaces.com Exclusive: A Motor Parkway Treasure Chest Found in Malverne
I see the blueprints above for the planned parkway bridge over Commack Rd, but what I could never understand is how the Vanderbilt Parkway crossed Commack Road without disrupting traffic on Commack Road. I live nearby in Dix Hills and drive on both roads every day but there is no evidence of an overpass every being at that intersection, and if there every was, when was it taken down?
On a separate note, my wife Lisa and I love your new acquisition, were big fans and always try to say hello when we see your at various car shows. Thanks again, kevin and Lisa.
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Howard Kroplick
Kevin and Lisa, thanks for the comments. The Commack Road bridge was planned but never built:
http://www.vanderbiltcupraces.com/blog/tag/long+island+motor+parkway+bridge+series
From VanderbiltCupRaces.com Exclusive: A Motor Parkway Treasure Chest Found in Malverne
Identify the two drivers: Albert Clement (on left) and Hubert Le Blon (on right)
What were these drivers preparing to do in this photo? Preparing for the race weigh in
Where was this photo taken? Garden City Coal and Wood Yard
From Mystery Foto #8 Solved: Hubert LeBlon & Albert Clement Jr. at the 1906 Weigh-In at Garden City
You’ve scored another grand slam, Howard! Can’t wait to see more.
From VanderbiltCupRaces.com Exclusive: A Motor Parkway Treasure Chest Found in Malverne
Howard, So happy for you and posterity! The reason we all “keep at it”... I presume your efforts are so well known in the area that Roy immediately thought of you, or is there more to the story?
All best,
Jim Mead
Owego, NY
From VanderbiltCupRaces.com Exclusive: A Motor Parkway Treasure Chest Found in Malverne
I can’t think of a better person to have the car. I can still remember my father talking about the Tucker and showing me pictures of one. This would have been in 1947 or 1948 when I was about 9 years old.
Ken
From The History of the Tucker 1044 (1948-Present) Updated: 6/18/2019
Terrific find. How nice that somebody realized its importance and didn’t just toss it into the garbage cans.
Ken
From VanderbiltCupRaces.com Exclusive: A Motor Parkway Treasure Chest Found in Malverne
It does look like an excellent job, especially in the small scale!
From Opportunity to Purchase Your Own Chrysler's Chrysler (Scale 1:43)
You are a Long Island treasure. Thanks Howard for showing all your cars.
From The History of the Tucker 1044 (1948-Present) Updated: 6/18/2019
Congratulations on your newest acquistion could not find a more dedicated and deserving owner. Best of luck. Phil
From The History of the Tucker 1044 (1948-Present) Updated: 6/18/2019
Howard, what’s going to happen to them? Did you acquire them? Bill
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Howard Kroplick:
Bill, Roy has graciously donated all the material to me with the promise that I will make them available to everyone.
From VanderbiltCupRaces.com Exclusive: A Motor Parkway Treasure Chest Found in Malverne
THIS is HUGE!
From VanderbiltCupRaces.com Exclusive: A Motor Parkway Treasure Chest Found in Malverne
Thank you Howard for publishing this history. We are very proud of our family history and these 51 cars are a big part of our heritage. When I went with Mark to pick #1044 from Mr. Groh, I felt the same enthusiasm I feel even after seeing all but a handful of the Tuckers. These cars each have their own story to tell and I look forward to seeing what you have in store for this, one of the best examples of the original 51.
Best Regards,
John R Tucker Jr.
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Howard Kroplick:
John, thanks so much for the comment. One of the joys of owning this car is exploring the history of your grandfather, his company and the 51 Tuckers. I am planning on placing profiles of each one of 50 pilot production Tucker ‘48s and the Tucker Tin Goose prototype on this website
From The History of the Tucker 1044 (1948-Present) Updated: 6/18/2019
What a coincidence, Howard! My wife who works at the Jericho Public Library (yes, she knows Betsy) always looks for books for me and just yesterday brought this one home. Skimming thru it I found many places I’ve been to and was going to do a deeper look this weekend. Event is already on my calendar! Thanks for organizing.
From Hold the Date:Thursday, April 20, 2017 Meeting of the Long Island Motor Parkway Preservation Society
I’ve seen these pictures before,now to answer the questions,got some searching to do,hope I can get to it,got a busy weekend
From Mystery Foto #8 Solved: Hubert LeBlon & Albert Clement Jr. at the 1906 Weigh-In at Garden City
Thanks for the detailed history Howard. I suppose it’s not totally uncommon for great classic cars like your Tucker to spend 30 plus years wasting away in storage. I’m glad that you and the owner that bought it in 2016 were able to rescue it. Thanks again for displaying it last Saturday for enthusiasts to see it.
From The History of the Tucker 1044 (1948-Present) Updated: 6/18/2019
Hi Howard: Quite the story and I very much share in your happiness !!!!!!
May God bless and keep you for many years !!!
Very Truly, Ron Ridolph
From The History of the Tucker 1044 (1948-Present) Updated: 6/18/2019
In regard to the comments made that no concrete blocks existed in 1909 when the Petit Trianon was built.
The first hollow concrete block was designed in 1890 by Harmon S. Palmer in the United States. By1905, an estimated 1,500 companies were manufacturing concrete building blocks in the United States.
Read more: http://www.madehow.com/Volume-3/Concrete-Block.html#ixzz4ZRZrAxRD
From Femenias' Findings:Finding Petit Trianon, the Annex & the Petit Trianon's Lake Stairway Updated 3/12
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