In a non-de script warehouse, somewhere deep within the confines of downtown Philadelphia, there is an incredible collection of sports racing cars. The collection of Dr. Fred Simeone is one of those which a person could drive past for years, never knowing it was there. On an evening in July ’07, while attending the Vintage Triumph Register Convention, I was lucky enough to be invited along on a tour. Dr. Simeone personally guided us through what has to be one of the more impressive private collections I have ever seen. Unlike unlike many collectors, rather than present over restored art in formal dining room conditions, the Simeone collection lives in a working environment. I suspect the bulk of his collection needs only a little gas and a battery to run. Beyond what you see here, there are C and D-Type Jags, multiple additional Alfa Romeos, a 300S Maser ati, Ferraris, a blower Bentley, the first Cobra Daytona Coupe and others. A big thanks goes out to Dr. Simeone for hosting us. It was an amazing once in a lifetime experience.

1933 Squire Roadster, powered by supercharged Anzani engine. One of seven made

1954 Cunningham C-4R. Sebring 12 hour race winner

1926 Kissel 8-75 Speedster. Popular with the Hollywood crowd.

1933 Alfa Romeo 8C-2300. Raced by Lord Howe in the 1933 Le Mans 24 hours.

1930 Du Pont Speedster, built for the Du Pont Family. One of approximately 5 remaining. One of two in the Simeone Collection.

1929 Alfa Romeo Supersport. Owned and raced in the US by Sam Byrd. Unrestored.

1936 Aston-Martin Le Mans Speed Model. One of two built.

1938 Peugeot D’Arlmat Le Mans Roadster. Equipped with alloy body and electric transmission. This type won the Index of Performance at Le Mans in 1938.

One of 14 Salon models built. Collection includes two other Boat-Tails.

1975 Alfa Romeo 33 TT 12

Ford Gt MkIV.

1970 Porsche 917 Long Tail. One of three original Long Tails remaining. Car finished second at Le Mans. Known as the Hippie Car due to its paint scheme.

Mercer Raceabout. Vanderbuilt Cup car. Wheels incorporate split rims for quick tire changes.

This Benz was raced by Archduke Ferdinand’s driver.

Stutz Le Mans racer, supercharged with the intent of taking on Bentley and Duesenberg. Car was unsucessful as a racer. Ultimately was painted up and used as an “open” sign.

Delahaye.

1959 Aston-Martin DBR1. Team car to the Le Mans winner. Won Nurburgring 1,000KM with Moss and Dan Gurney driving.

One of many Alfas in the collection.

Type 57 Bugatti “Tank Car.” This type won Le Mans, but I did not hear the specific history of this car. There have been replicas, but I think this one is the real thing. Don’t shoot me if I’m wrong.

Reddish vintage car 1957