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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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Recent Comments
Howard: How Great is this!!! Be well and Happy Centennial (1909 Vanderbilt Cup). Tom
From Update: The Alco Black Beast Racing History
Hi Mark,
It’s a good idea! I don’t think anyone has tried to run either a bike or foot race on the 2 1/2 mile stretch in Queens.
Howard
From When Gasoline was 14 Cents a Gallon
Mr. Thousand:
I am a freelance writer focused on pre-WWI motor racing. Would you be interested in talking with me about your grandfather and sharing some of his photos. I’d like to explore the idea of doing an article about him. I believe I have an opportunity in a first-rate publication you would be proud of.
Mark Dill
From Update on the Latest Mystery Photo!
Hi Howard.
I have a general comment/question. Has anyone tried to organize charity footrace on remnants of the Parkway? It doesn’t sound feasible to run a full marathon, but maybe a half or 10K…even a 5K?
From When Gasoline was 14 Cents a Gallon
Jim:
Thanks for the comment. What streets bordered the Harkness Scout Camp? I will try to find some old aerial images of it.
Enjoy,
Howard
From A Nassau County Tour of the Long Island Motor Parkway
Your positive vibes are much appreciated. I can not wait for the car to arrive in January.
Howard
From The Restored Alco-6 Racer Returning to Long Island!
What an EXELLENT documentary of the VMP. Really well done, entertaining, and informative.
Thank you.
I enjoyed it
From Video:"The Long Island Motor Parkway" with Robert Miller
Excellent news! Now you just need a proper outfit to wear behind the wheel and a mechanician to whisper into your ear, as they did to Caesar during his triumph, “Remember, you are mortal.”
From The Restored Alco-6 Racer Returning to Long Island!
I was born in Woodmere 1939, lived there until 1948, then moved to Lynbrook. As a Boy Scout we camped at Harkness Scout Camp in Jericho and walked on part of the Motor Parkway. My father, born 1897, said he rode on it many times. Any effort to preserve this important historical entity is worthile supporting. Many thanks. Jim Pearsall, now in NJ.
From A Nassau County Tour of the Long Island Motor Parkway
Hi Howard, Congratulations are in order and if anyone should have the car it should be you knowing your intense interest in anything Vanderbilt Cup! I have had a number of big old chaindriven cars through the years and still have a 1910 Simplex, so just contact me if any help is needed!
Regards, Walter McCarthy
From The Restored Alco-6 Racer Returning to Long Island!
Howard, Congratulations! seeing you sitting in your “new” racer, patiently waiting until the flag drops makes me feel good. I can’t wait to see and hear it. Jerry
From The Restored Alco-6 Racer Returning to Long Island!
Howard: Great news and congrats. Tom
From The Restored Alco-6 Racer Returning to Long Island!
Howard, That is big news. That will be great for you and long island. Congratulations. Joe
From The Restored Alco-6 Racer Returning to Long Island!
Congratulations, I am sure it is a dream come true for you. I recall when the car was first restored being driven into the pre war HCCA Fairfield County Region car show at Ridgefield , Ct. You could here it coming when it was still 1/4 mile away!
From The Restored Alco-6 Racer Returning to Long Island!
Howard, Congratulations. I know it was a big thrill for you. Cuz
From The Restored Alco-6 Racer Returning to Long Island!
Bob:
Best of luck with your research!
Enjoy,
Howard
From What was the Long Island Automotive Museum?
Joe:
The photo is looking north.
Howard
From The Long Island Motor Parkway Bridge over Willis Avenue in Willison Park
Do we know if this picture is looking north or south?
From The Long Island Motor Parkway Bridge over Willis Avenue in Willison Park
Richard:
Thanks for the comment. The 1909 pennant looks great and will be used in future Vanderbilt Cup Races exhibits.
Enjoy,
Howard
From Premium Vanderbilia Estimated Market Values
Keith:
Thanks for the comment and information.
I would very much like to see your car and share it with viewers of the VanderbiltCupRaces.com. You can email the photos to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) .
Enjoy,
Howard
From Vanderbilia: The 1910 Cole Plaque
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