On Sunday of the 2009 Carlisle All-Ford Nationals, Terry D. Zimmerman of Winchester, VA won this great example of FOMOCO history: a fifth generation T-Bird. The ’69 T-Bird was the last of the fifth generation (’67-’69) and was exclusively offered with the 429 cubic-inch V8, which pushed the over 4,000 pound T-Bird with over 360 horsepower. In 1969, the grille and the taillight assemblies were the only real changes from the ’68 model. Two taillights that had a thunderbird emblem located to the center replaced the previous single taillight. Celebrating its 40th birthday, this classic has the creature comforts of power windows, locks and seats and blows cold AC. With less than 45,000 miles, this is a true gem.

• 2009 Ford Giveaway PDF

The transformation of a totally stock Ford GT into a true monster was done right before the eyes of the many attendees at the 2009 Carlisle All-Ford Nationals. All updates and instillations were be provided and installed by GT Guy LLC. Some of the enhancements included:

• Dyno: Before / After
• Heffner pulley, tune & regap spark plugs
• T&A Shocks lowering kit with string alignment
• Install supplied half shaft bolt kit
• Ford Racing transmission cooler with extra quart of oil
• Accufab clean air tube insert
• Heffner H pipe muffler
• Ford Racing Shifter

• GT Guy LLC

“Sonic Blue”, a special one of a kind Ford GT, has been located and purchased by GT Joey and was on display as part of one of the largest GT gathering in the country. Chris Theodore (original owner of “Sonic Blue” and past VP at Ford) and Fred Goodnow (responsible for developing the GT-40 and the GT vehicles) were on hand to meet with fans throughout the weekend. If that is not enough for the GT faithful, Camilo Pardo, original designer of the GT shared tales of the GT design process.

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To commemorate the 45th anniversary of the original pony car and the introduction of the latest edition of the Mustang, we hosted a special display, featuring an example from each year of production. Ford Motor Company provided a few examples of the 2010 to round off the display. Thank you to all of the owners who took part in the 45 Years of Mustnags!

If you would like to participate, please email Rick Markko at
rickm@carlisleevents.com

To help us celebrate the 45th Anniversary of the Mustang, auto journalist-turned-Ford insider John Clor was on hand to personalize his new, limited-edition hardcover history book: The Mustang Dynasty. Only 3,000 copies of this special Mustang collectible have been printed and they are not available in stores.

• MustangDynasty.com
• FordPerformance.com

A row of yellow Mustangs dominated almost an entire row (over 100 cars) at this year’s Carlisle All-Ford Nationals. It was quite the sight to be seen from the North Hill. The Yellow Mustang Registry had plans to outdo 2008 and they sure did. The Yellow Mustang Registry also took home the Coolest Club hangout for their Hawaiian themed club tent, which even included a frozen daiquiri bar!

Our 2009 Coolest Club Hangout winner was the Yellow Mustang Registry. The Coolest Club award is based on the premise of the club tent being “THE PLACE” to be. The Yellow Mustang Registry put together a Hawaiian/Island theme, complete with a frozen daiquiri bar, yellow leis and yellow flamingos, that couldn’t be beat. Plan your theme and your decorations well for 2010 because there are a host of clubs vying for the honor.

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One of the many special reunions held at the 2009 Carlisle All-Ford Nationals was a Montego GT reunion, hosted by the 1972/73 Mercury Montego GT Registry. The Montego GT was only made in 1972 and 1973. It is very unique and very rare. The Montego GT group took over Building Y and hosted their annual reunion.

Our display of 1959 FOMOCO production vehicles will focused on the retractable Skyliners. Many great examples of these special cars affectionately known as “Retractables” were displayed inside of Building T and throughout the NPD All-Ford Nationals Showfield. In 2010 we will be highlighting the best of the Class of '60. If you have a 1960 model year that you think would be worthy of a spot in the invitational building, let us know!

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Ford truck racer Linsey Weenk joined us on the Manufacturers Midway along with the Built Ford Tough Blue Thunder monster truck. Linsey shared stories about his recent experience racing the new Ford Raptor at BITD the Terrible Town 250 and met with his Monster Jam fans. If you missed Linsey, you missed out!

Attention, Mustang Nation! Owners of 2005-10 Mustangs may purchase Ford Racing performance parts at the event and have them installed on-site by a Ford Racing Dealer! Visit the Ford Racing rig on the Manufacturers’ Midway for all your options. Some “true blue” Ford Racing upgrades you may consider for your Mustang include Power Upgrade Packages, cold air kits, performance-tuned mufflers, Handling Packs, lowering springs, short throw shifters, x-pipes and more. All work (including Ford Racing performance calibrations when necessary) will be done in the “Mustang Garage” on Installers Alley by trained technicians from Fred Beans Ford of Boyertown. Take advantage of special event pricing on cold air kits with Ford Racing calibration that you will not be able to get anywhere else! If you are ready for upgrades, don’t hesitate! Lines form fast for installs, call 877-602-6992 to pre-schedule your instillation. Scott can answer parts questions and Dave can schedule your Mustang for garage time!

• Fred Beans Ford of Boyertown

Installation Alley at Carlisle is lining up to be main street this year! If you are looking for the right sound, A&A Auto Stores will be on hand to install that new exhaust system for your Ford. A&A features Borla Exhaust products with installations on many models. Lines form fast. Pre-Schedule your exhaustion by contacting
gkovalick@key-stone.com

Classic Design Concepts joins them this year with show specials and ready to install, shaker hood systems, light bars, front and rear spoilers. sequential taillights, hood struts and hood pins. To schedule on-site product install call them direct at 1-866-624-7997 or go to their website Classic Design Concepts

• AA Auto Stores

Visit the Ford DRIVE ONE Tour, a fun interactive vehicle display with games and activities for every member of the Ford family. Located outside of Gate 1, near the Ford GT Display, you’ll enjoy learning even more about Ford’s newest product attributes. You’ll have a chance to win Ford collectibles and register for a drawing to win a new vehicle from Ford, your choice, up to $30,000!!

Ford is excited to bring an exciting array of products, displays, engineers, celebrities and activities for every member of the Ford family, including a New Vehicle Display / Test Drives – Take a short ride on the Carlisle Trolley to the Carlisle Expo Center located a block and a half outside of gate 3. Take your time exploring the current lineup of new Ford and Lincoln Mercury products in air-conditioned comfort. Visit with Ford’s Regional sales and marketing management team and learn more about Ford’s commitment to Quality, Safety, Green and Smart technology. Free ice cream - on us!

Enjoy a “walk-through” of the new Ford Raptor, the breathtaking new 2010 Taurus SHO, the newly re-designed Mustang GT500 and the 2010 Fusion Hybrid, most fuel-efficient mid-sized sedan in America. Ford’s engineering team will take you through the story behind the development of these newest exciting Ford products. Engineers will be on hand following their product presentations to answer your questions and tell you about how they recently set a new world record, travelling 1,445 miles on a single tank of gas in the new 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid.

The Cumberland Valley Corvette Club will host autocross on Sunday at 10am. Each participant will get four runs against the clock. Instructors will be available to help you explore new levels of performance for you and your car. Registration is required and will be available at the track Saturday from 10am till 3pm and Sunday of event. The charge for each entry is $20. Participants must be at least 18 years old and have a current driver’s license. For questions, contact david.j.walter@verizon.net

Our seminars on drag racing for those interested in taking a trip down the 1320 will be packed! The newly renovated Quarter Aces Drag-O-Way (formerly South Mountain Dragway) is 660 feet, or a one-eighth mile track. This program is for first-timers as well as those with the burning passion to acquire a greater knowledge of drag racing techniques. Conducting the seminars will be a collection of drag racing’s most notable stars. They will teach the tricks of the trade they have perfected over the years of storied competition. It all starts on the Carlisle Events fairgrounds with a “chalkboard” explanation of some the terms, tricks and techniques required to have a good drag racing experience. Learning how to be competitive, for those with that goal, was offered as well. Following the “chalkboard” session, a “Trip to the Track” where the stars will share their tricks and techniques of drag racing on the racing surface. Exhibition passes made by the “great ones” in some the actual surviving drag cars from yesteryear may happen as in past years. Many enthusiasts will hop into their own vehicles and make their trip down the track more fun and enjoyable. Who knows, some of you may actually take home a trophy. Show up June 26th to participate. Perhaps you can be a star?

• Quarter Aces Drag-O-Way
• Quarter Aces Drag-O-Way Directions PDF

Our invitational buildings will house many special Invitational Displays consisting of a variety of special vehicles produced by Ford and Lincoln-Mercury. There will be many truly quality show cars for one and all to ogle and stare at. Probably conjuring up many thoughts and stories from the past. Many thanks to all who will share their prized possession with all of us.

To have your prized Ford or Lincoln-Mercury vehicle considered for one of our indoor invitational displays, please complete the 2009 Invitational Display Form and send it with photos of the exterior, interior and engine along with any magazine coverage and a description of vehicle to:

Carlisle Events
Attn: Ford Invitational Display (Rick)
1000 Bryn Mawr Rd
Carlisle, PA 17013

• 2009 Invitational Display Form PDF Format
• 2009 Invitational Display Form MS Word Format

Dyno Dale will be here and will be very, very busy throughout the weekend. Axcelerated Motorsports is the official dyno of Carlisle Events and frequents all Carlisle car and truck shows throughout the season. Axcelerated provides mobile dyno tuning for cars and trucks using their Dynojet 248 chassis dynamometer. Next time you’re here, find out how much horsepower your car or truck really has! Their wide band O2 monitoring will determine if all that precious fuel is making power or just being wasted out the tailpipes.

Attention Clubs! Coming early or staying late? Club rates may apply for off peak hours at the events. A minimum number of cars may be required. Availability varies by event.

For more information, please contact the Carlisle Dyno Guy at 215.297.8139 or dale@axceleratedmotorsports.com

• Axcelerated Motorsports, Inc.

The Carlisle shows are always exciting and for the All-Ford Nationals (and all the other shows as well) we turn up the heat with the Activities Corner. Centered close to the main stage, we have our very popular “regular” features. They included a very large Manufacturers Midway, swap meet, awesome food vendors, Carlisle Beauty Contest and the Carlisle Burnout Contest. Not to forget a rock crawling display that will draw many onlookers thinking about taking a chance at the rocks with their vehicle. Many will actually attempt the Crawl with some very interesting, and at times funny circumstances. Suffice it to say, the All-Ford Nationals was one very busy place over the weekend. Plan to be here June 5-7, 2009 for your chance to share that fun with lots of Blue Oval fans & enthusiasts. See ya then!

Awards are presented Sunday at 1:00 PM during the Awards Parade. If you cannot attend the parade, your award can be picked up Sunday between 9:00-11:00 AM. Carlisle Events will no longer provide shipping of awards at no cost. After the show you may pick up your award during regular business hours at the fairgrounds or pay $10 per award for shipping. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and hope you will join Carlisle Events on Sunday in celebrating the vehicles that are honored as winners.