It has been a wonderful two days in the Schenectady and Saratoga Springs area... great shows, friendly people, beautful weather, newspaper coverage and great fun!
Friday, August 20, 2010: Visit to the Former Alco Plant in Schenectady, New York
The Black Beast parked in front of a former American Locomotive Company plant. Although all Alco automobiles, trucks and the four racing cars were manufactured in Providence, Rhode Island, decisions concerning the automobile product line were made at their Schenectady headquarters.
The Alco plants were closed in Schenectady in 1969. The American Locomotive logo can still be seen on the top of this building.
One of the former huge Alco plants has been converted into a manufacturing facility for STS, makers of steel beams.
The Black Beast always draws a crowd.
The Black Beast did several laps in the "Alco" parking lot with Saratoga County Historian Don Rittner.
Comments
From Daffodil56:
The pleasure was all in Schenectady being driven around City Hall - what a sight to behold!
What a noise to start her and run her around the Hall. But, it was worth it! Had the pleasure of meeting the car’s team.
https://www.eons.com/groups/topic/2238318-19-9-Alco-6-Racer-The-Black-Beast
From John T:
Thank you for taking the time to share your one and only with all of us around the Saratoga Springs area. Its a real treat to see something that rare!!