Monte Carlo, Mille Miglia, Nurburgring . These are the deadliest curves, filled with the legends of motorcycles, machines and immortality. Join me for a tour of the giants of racing, from 1896 through the 1960's, and their pictures and stories. Blood, victory, defeat and courage; often in the same race.
Tuesday, June 13, 2017
Saturday, June 3, 2017
1939 Chevrolet Car Sales Award Gold Watch
This is a 14kt Gold watch award given to H.W. Spicer Chevrolet for selling 100 cars. Quite the keepsake...
1900 WATERLOO Gasoline Motor Company Letterhead
The Waterloo Gasoline Engine Company was the first company to manufacture and sell gasoline powered farm tractors.
Friday, June 2, 2017
1954 Mille Miglia Medallion
This is a very rare medal, just under two inches, celebrating the 1954 Mille Miglia Race of Italy. It was an event won by the legendary Alberto Ascari, and this was only a few years before the Portago tragedy snuffed out the annual event.
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