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Peter Helck (1893-1988) was an American artist well known for his automotive art. He was born in New York City and studied art in Manhattan. He worked for several major automotive publications in which he was able to travel to England, France and Italy. He was able to witness some of the major races in France and Italy.

He was also a car collector. He owned the famous Locomobile “Old 16″ racecar. He purchased the car in 1941. “Old 16″ was the first American-made car to win a race against international competition. It won the 1908 Vanderbilt Cup. He left the car to the Henry Ford Museum when he passed away.

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