1915 Vanderbilt Cup Race
Held in conjunction with the Panama-Pacific International Exposition
Location: San Francisco, California
Date: March 6, 1915
In 1915 both the Vanderbilt Cup Race and the American Grand Prize were held in conjunction with the Panama-Pacific International Exposition in San Francisco, California. With the changes across the globe and within the sport, the differences between the Vanderbilt Cup Race and the American Grand Prize had narrowed to essentially nothing. While the entries turned out in record numbers – 31 cars would start the Vanderbilt Cup Race – they were largely the same drivers and equipment as had run in the American Grand Prize.
Bob, the plates were purchased by members of the Wheatley Hills Golf Club and Links Golf Club. Both clubs had private…