Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum

08/27/2026

Alfa Romeo and Carrozzeria Touring built four 8C 2900B team cars to race the 1938 Mille Miglia. Only 2 survive to this day. The older photo is the remaining "sister car" to the 8C 2900B currently found in our collection.

08/25/2026

Were the Glory Days of Racing Really the Best Ever?

Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 11:00–11:50 AM

Before our John Fitch: Fighter Pilot to Road Racer Demo Day, join acclaimed motorsports author George Levy for a special conversation celebrating his new book, Motorsports Mavericks.

Inspired by Harry Hurst’s popular Glory Days of Racing page, Levy’s book pairs the remarkable photography of Pete Biro with new stories from some of racing’s greatest personalities, including Mario Andretti, Jackie Stewart, Richard Petty, Hurley Haywood, Peter Brock, Sam Posey, Brian Redman, and more.

Levy will be joined by Harry Hurst and racer George Wintersteen to discuss the people, stories, and personalities that made the 1960s and ’70s such an unforgettable era in motorsports.

Following the program, Levy will sign copies of Motorsports Mavericks, available for $50.

Admission is included with regular museum admission.

08/24/2026

John Fitch: Fighter Pilot to Road Racer

Saturday, September 19, 2026

Few figures in American motorsport lived a life quite like John Fitch. A World War II fighter pilot turned international racing driver, Fitch brought the discipline, courage, and precision of the cockpit to some of the world’s greatest road races.

For this Demo Day, we’ll explore Fitch’s remarkable racing career and his connections to Cunningham, Mercedes-Benz, and the golden age of international sports car racing.

Special Pre-Show Program: Were the Glory Days of Racing Really the Best Ever?
11:00–11:50 AM

Before our John Fitch: Fighter Pilot to Road Racer Demo Day, join acclaimed motorsports author George Levy for a special conversation celebrating his new book, Motorsports Mavericks.

Inspired by Harry Hurst’s popular Glory Days of Racing page, Levy’s book pairs the remarkable photography of Pete Biro with new stories from some of racing’s greatest personalities, including Mario Andretti, Jackie Stewart, Richard Petty, Hurley Haywood, Peter Brock, Sam Posey, Brian Redman, and more.

Levy will be joined by Harry Hurst and racer George Wintersteen to discuss the people, stories, and personalities that made the 1960s and ’70s such an unforgettable era in motorsports.

The discussion will ask a simple question: Were the glory days really the best era of racing? The audience will also have an opportunity to share their own memories and questions.

George Levy will sign copies of Motorsports Mavericks following the program. Books will be available for $50.

Featured Demo Day Cars
1952 Frazer Nash Le Mans Replica
1952 Cunningham C-4R Roadster
1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe
1956 Maserati 300S
1958 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa

Schedule
11:00–11:50 AM – Were the Glory Days of Racing Really the Best Ever?
12:00 PM – John Fitch: Fighter Pilot to Road Racer presentation
Approximately 12:30 PM – Driving demonstration on the museum’s 3-acre tarmac

Join us for a day celebrating two remarkable chapters in racing history, from the personalities and stories of the Glory Days to the extraordinary life and career of John Fitch.

08/24/2026

08/21/2026

Our 1939 BMW 328 right before it embarked on its voyage to America.

08/21/2026

Now raise your hand if you were at this magical day.

08/20/2026

Raise your hand if you miss this amazing Ferrari.

08/18/2026

A little TLC for our MKII GT40.

08/18/2026

Two icons of American racing history made headlines at Monterey this week, when a 1963 Corvette Grand Sport and a 1964 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe brought record-setting results at auction.

You don't have to wait for the next auction to see cars like these. Sister cars to both are on display every day we're open, right here in Philadelphia at the Simeone Museum.

Our Grand Sport and Daytona Coupe come from the same remarkable era, when American manufacturers and independent teams took on the world's best in international sports car racing and won.

08/18/2026

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