Tag: Gram Spina
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Sep 02 2026
InstaGRAM Report: A recap of the events of the 2026 Pebble Beach Concours and Car Week
This year we did not attend the Pebble Beach Concours, but since it is the most prominent concours of the year, it deserves a recap.
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Aug 26 2026
InstaGRAM Report: The Racing History of Deer Park Speedway / Speedrone
Online records of Deer Park Speedway are sparse; this article connects the dots from newspapers and photo captions and showcases photographs rarely seen publicly (thanks to the archive collections of the Marty Himes family and the Revvs Institute.)
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Aug 14 2026
Update-InstaGRAM report: The Sam Mann Collection Auction
Recently, we visited Sam Mann and were given the opportunity to view and learn more about his jaw-dropping collection. In this article, I will showcase the automobiles being offered at auction and highlight some of the fascinating history of each.
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Aug 08 2026
Update: InstaGRAM Report: From the Marty Himes Family Collection- The History of Indoor Three-Quarter Midget Racing at Island Garden Arena
The story of automotive racing on Long Island goes way back, and the subject of this article is an obscure piece of history you may not know, even if you grew up in Nassau County at the time. This is the history of indoor racing at Island Garden Arena in West Hempstead.
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Jul 11 2026
InstaGRAM Report: Trophies awarded to the 1948 Tucker 1044 (2017 - 2025)
The 1948 Tucker 1044 has received 18 high-honor trophies at prestigious automotive shows. This article documents each of Tucker's trophies and awards in chronological order.
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Jul 04 2026
InstaGRAM Report: Highlights from the Summer 2026 Long Island Motor Parkway Preservation Society Meeting
On June 25th, the Long Island Motor Parkway Preservation Society gathered to share updates on all aspects of the Long Island Motor Parkway's history at the beautiful 150 Motor Parkway building.
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Jun 10 2026
InstaGRAM Report: The 1930 Duesenberg and the 60th Annual AACA Car Show at Old Westbury Gardens
This past Sunday, the 1930 Duesenberg Model J Murphy Sedan Convertible Berline attended the AACA car show at Westbury Gardens. Enjoy the car show coverage and see what awards the Duesenberg received.
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May 20 2026
InstaGRAM Report: The Black Beast at the East Williston car show
Last Saturday, the 1909 Alco Black Beast participated in the East Williston car show organized by the East Williston Fire Department. Mayor Bonnie Parente, and North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena attended the well-organized show along with numerous families who interacted with the Black Beast and enjoyed the warm weather.
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May 16 2026
InstaGRAM Report: Trophies awarded to the 1937 Chrysler’s Chrysler (2012-2025)
Since being acquired by the Kroplicks in January 2012, the Chrysler has earned a total of 31 trophies and honors. This article showcases all the trophies the 1937 Chrysler has been awarded.
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Apr 18 2026
InstaGRAM Report: A Celebration of Marty Himes
Last Thursday, Gloria Blas, Marty Himes' daughter, and the Kroplick Team met up at Ford’s Garage at the Smith Haven Mall to celebrate the final phase of settling the estate of race car driver and Long Island icon Marty Himes.
