Team Shelby Northeast and Shelby American, in collaboration with Carlisle Events and Summit Point Motorsports Park, will celebrate a historic milestone as we honor the company and the man that started it all. Be a part of one of the largest gatherings in Shelby history as Team Shelby Northeast & Shelby American celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Shelby American in Carlisle, PA. Carlisle Events is providing Team Shelby with a premium location to park 400 cars just steps from the Midway and grandstands. This prime real estate at the Ford Nationals is a highly sought after location not shared by many. Team Shelby Northeast will put you in the center of the excitement that is Carlisle. Imagine having Times Square, NYC for you to entertain you and your friends for a private event that lasts 3 days; that will be the feeling for Shelby owners at the 50th Anniversary Celebration in Carlisle, PA. To register for the Team Shelby Northeast Celebration, and information about available packages, please follow Team Shelby Northeast Celebration to the Northeast Celebration.

Don’t forget to register for the Carlisle Ford Nationals prior to registering for the Team Shelby Celebration as that is a totally separate registration site for their activities ONLY.

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• Register for the 2012 Team Shelby Northeast Celebration
• Shelby 50th

The Lightweight / 427 / 406 Tri-Power Reunion, along with a very special feature called “The Cammer Conglomeration,” is coming your way in 2012. Join Joe Conlon and Charlie Morris, the men behind the Lightweight Galaxie reunion in 2003 and Thunderbolt reunion in 2004, as they lead the way along with host, Butch Engelbrecht of San Diego. This display is expected to be the largest gathering of SOHC 427 Ford powered vehicles ever seen in one place.

Featured vehicles for the reunion will include several beautifully restored “R” code 1967 Fairlanes, 1963 ½ and 64 Lightweight Galaxies, 1964 A/FX Comets, 406 and 427 powered full size Fords and Mercury’s. Also on display will be the one of a kind F-100XL drag pickup built by Ford sub-contractor Dearborn Steel Tubing Company. The truck was pulled from a barn several years ago and given a cosmetic restoration back to its last raced appearance.

Special celebrity guests include Ford Drag Team members; Al Joniec, Hubert Platt, Ed Terry and John Healey, legendary engine builder and former crew chief to Dyno Don Nicholson, Earl Wade and Mr. Bill Holbrook, Supervisor at Ford’s Experimental Vehicles Garage. Charlie Morris will have copies of his latest book, "The Ford Drag Team," available as well.

Contact Event Manager Rick Markko for details. Registration for this gathering is limited and filling up FAST. Don't miss out.

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The Ford Nationals kick off the annual Summer of Muscle at Carlisle and though the Pinto display was great last year, this year, the Pony takes center stage. In 2012, you can win a two-year lease on a brand new, 2013 Mustang V6 Coupe automatic. The Mustang's color is to be determined, but the winner WILL receive a credit equivalent to $10,000 towards a lease on the 2013 ride (the winner will receive no actual monetary payout). The monetary award is based on the vehicle MSRP of $24,485 and has been calculated based on the standard 21,000 mile, 2-year Red Carpet Lease. Taxes, fees, titling, registration, insurance costs, etc. are the sole responsibility of the winner and will be paid to the selling dealership.

Rules and a link to register are now available online, with registration continuing onsite during the Ford Nationals weekend. Good luck and we'll see you in June at Carlisle!

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• Official Rules
• Visit Your Local Ford Dealer

The company that created the famous 427 FE engine now offers another modern version of the legendary motor. The X427, designed for street use, has joined the Ford Racing Z427 that was introduced in 2010. Fitted with the legendary Ford Racing X-Heads, the X427 delivers 520 foot-pounds of torque. Built on Ford Racing's new BOSS 351 block, this new 427 crate engine is engineered and built to deliver a strong, flat torque curve. That translates into tire-smoking acceleration for street rods, kit cars, muscle cars and provides plenty of power and torque for light-duty pickups and SUV's.

With our Lightweight/427/406 Reunion taking place, this engine will be THE GEM best suited for your machine.

Contest rules and a link to register are NOW available. Please note, the photo is not of the actual engine, rather a stock shot from the Ford Racing web page.

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• Contest Rules

Shelby Cobra's are cool enough, right? How about a Cobra Jet race car that blasts down the strip in the blink of an eye? At the Ford Nationals, experience both as Roy Hill brings his Mustang Cobra Jet to both the grounds at Carlisle for show and then to the track as part of the Quarter Aces Drag-O-Way Friday night racing program.

Roy Hill is a former racer and an IHRA Championship car owner who now operates Roy Hill’s Drag Racing School, helping future racers better their skill set. This year, Roy and his school(s) will cover a myriad of classes and topics including Pro-Stock, Super Comp, Bracket, Chassis, Dial In, Crew Chief and Junior Dragsters. In each class, drivers or crew members will learn ways to best improve the various components that go into a successful run. Info on Roy Hill’s Drag Racing School will be available on site as well as online via the link below.

Racing enthusiasts can register to win a chance to zoom down the track in the Coba Jet for a one of a kind ride along experience. One lucky winner will strap in and feel what it's like to go from zero to VERY fast, VERY quick. A link to register and rules are NOW available.

• Roy Hill Drag Racing on Facebook
• Register Now
• Official Rules
• Roy Hill Cobra Jet - Video

Carlisle Events recognizes the need that today’s technology plays with today’s technician. Because of that, you could win an iPad at any one of our 10 Carlisle based events. This prize will serve as a great accessory for travel, shop work, web browsing, gaming or whatever you want to do with it. Over the course of the year, beginning with Spring Carlisle (April 25-29) and concluding with Fall Carlisle (October 3-7), 10 Apple iPads will be handed out. The iPads will be at least an Apple iPad 2. One lucky winner will be randomly selected to receive an iPad in conjunction with each event at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, with each winner being selected from a pool of names specific to each event.

Rules and a link to register are now available. Registration will also take place on site during each event.

• Official Rules
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Drag Racing takes place on Friday, for those interested in taking a trip down the 1320 (in this case 660). Racing takes place at the 1/8 mile, NHRA sanctioned track of nearby Quarter Aces Drag-O-Way. Watching the action and offering tips will be a collection of drag racing’s most notable stars. They know a host of tricks of the trade they have perfected over the years. It all starts on the Carlisle Events fairgrounds with a bench racing session with Sam Auxier and the host of racing legends with sharing knowledge of terms, tricks and techniques required to have a good drag racing experience in Building G. Learning how to be competitive, for more experienced drivers, will be covered as well. Who knows, you may take home a trophy as the next drag racing star.

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

Fox Mustang Magazine, a new publication on the book racks in 2012 from Patterson Publishing, has something new up its sleeve for the Carlisle Ford Nationals. Patterson Publishing has been giving away really cool products for many years, but this year they may have outdone themselves.

For the Ford Nationals this year, how does a $10,000 gift card sound? $500 and $100 gift cards are also on the line. Check out the Fox Mustang link below for details. It's the fastest and easiest way to win. Many thanks to Curt and his staff at Patterson Publishing for this really cool giveaway!

• Fox Mustang Magazine Giveaway

Over 250 Ford cars and trucks are available for sale in the Ford Nationals Car Corral. The best part about the car corral is that you can meet with the seller, drive the vehicle, negotiate your own price and see and touch the car in person. Services including notary, financing, insurance and temporary tags are available right in the car corral. For more information or to purchase a car corral space, please contact us at (717) 243-7855 or email info@carlisleevents.com.

The Ford Nationals Swap Meet is the perfect opportunity to sell the parts and accessories that have been collecting dust in your garage. The swap meet is also the place for the parts you need to finish a job. Parts, memorabilia, collectibles and literature –you’ll find it all in the For Nationals Swap Meet.

For more information or to purchase space, please contact us at 717-243-7855 or email info@carlisleevents.com.

Are you ready for the 2012 season?

The Coolest Club award is based on the premise of your club tent being THE PLACE to be. Plan your theme and your decorations well for 2012 because there are a host of clubs vying for the honor.

In 2012 the Coolest Club Hangout is sponsored by the Ford Performance Group and the winner will be chosen by John Clor.

Congratulations to our 2011 Coolest Club Hangout winners; the Yellow Mustang Registry.

• Carlisle Club Relations
• Download the Club Flyer

In addition to the competition among the cars on the Ford Nationals NPD Showfield, there is a battle between clubs to see who has the most cars registered. As a bonus, we offer the use of a 20’ X 20’ tent to those clubs who register 25 vehicles or more . These tents are a great place to take a break and they make a great club headquarters for the weekend. Larger clubs may be eligible for a bigger tent. Contact us for details.

2011 Club Participation Winners:
Focus Rising-89
Merkur Club of America-70
Team Shelby North East Region-64

• Carlisle Club Relations
• Download the Club Flyer for your next club meeting

Carlisle Events and the Downtown Carlisle Association present the second annual Ford Parade and Downtown Street Party on Saturday, June 2.

Automotive enthusiasts, specifically those interested in the FOMOCO brands, will line the streets of downtown Carlisle to see a wide array of cars showcased during the Carlisle Ford Nationals. The parade field will be limited to only 400 Ford, Lincoln and/or Mercury vehicles. More than 200 cars have already signed up. Don't miss out.

The parade will be led by a select group of Ford officials showing off some of their hot new products! In addition to the parade, spectators can enjoy specialty vehicles such as race cars and a wide variety of food, fanfare and quality live entertainment.

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“Young Guns at Carlisle” is a class limited to owners age 25 and younger, male or female. It is open to all makes & models of FOMOCO produced vehicles (Ford, Lincoln, Mercury & Euro vehicles). You must be the registered owner of the vehicle. All “Young Guns” will be located together in an area reserved exclusively for them on the National Parts Depot sponsored Showfield, just like the Cougars, Mustangs and etc. Judging will be People’s Choice, just like the other classes. This is a great way for younger people in our hobby to meet and show off what they are doing with their cars. A time for the heirs of this sport to “Strut Their Stuff!”

• Pre-Register and Save!

The Carlisle Expo Center located one block outside of gate 3 is once again the place to be for Ford test drives. Thousands will explore 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 and t-shirts available to those who get behind the wheel. Get in, buckle up, familiarize yourself with all the controls then enjoy the experience of driving today’s new Fords. Please be sure to bring your driver’s license.

• Ford Vehicles
• The Ford Story

Annually, thousands enjoy industry led “walk-arounds” by Ford’s specialists. These minds behind the machines take you in depth with stories behind the development of the newest and exciting Ford products. The Product Developers will also be on hand following their presentations to answer questions.

• Ford Motor Company

While at the Ford Nationals taking in all the blue oval excitement, you can upgrade almost every component of your FOMOCO vehicle.

A&A Auto Stores - If you're looking for the right sound, A&A will be on hand to install that new exhaust for your Ford. They feature Borla Exhaust Systems with installations available on site for many blue oval models. To schedule an appointment in advance, or to inquire about their vast inventory of products contact Lewis at A&A Auto Stores. 570-313-0325 or aaauto20@choiceonemail.com.

• A&A Auto Stores

Visit Ford Racing on the Manufacturers Midway for upgrades to your Mustang. You may consider power upgrade packages, cold air kits, performance-tuned mufflers, handling packs, lowering springs, short-throw shifters, x-pipes and more. All work will be done in the Mustang Garage by trained technicians from Fred Beans Ford of Boyertown, PA (True Blue Racing Parts).

For more information, contact Scott Crafts scrafts@fredbeans.com at 610-367-6981 ext. 2250 or Dave Rhoads drhoads@fredbeans.com at 877-602-6992.

Dave and his team of Ford professionals are ready to answer your parts questions as well as schedule your Mustang for garage time at the Mustang Garage in Carlisle!

• Fred Beans Ford
• See the show specials

During the Ford Nationals this year, we are pleased to have Sam Auxier, Jr. -- known for "interviewing the greatest names in racing" -- join us again. Sam plans to broadcast Thursday, Friday and Saturday (May 31-June 2) from Carlisle's Building T. Joining Sam will be the lovely Sina Mai, all the way from the fast tracks of Europe.

Sam will not only be broadcasting from the fairgrounds but also from the track Friday afternoon and evening.

Sam is a 2000 Super Car Hall of Famer and a 2002 inductee to the Drag Times Hall of Fame. Come out and meet this drag racing legend

• Sam Auxier, Jr Website
• Automotive Radio Network
• Car Crazy Interview at SEMA

The Ford Nationals will not only feature a ton of cars, but a bevy of special guests from the automotive world. Interact with Sam Auxier, Jr; who’ll be broadcasting live with Sina Mai, Lee Holman of Holman-Moody, Charlie Morris; author and Ford performance expert, Joe Conlon; Lightweight guru and John Clor from Ford and sponsor of the "Coolest Club Hangout" award. Clor and the Ford Performance Group will also select the winner of the "Coolest Club Hangout."

New and just announced for the event include John Healey of Tasca Ford, Bill Holbrook, the Ford X-Vehicles garage foreman, Ed and Leslie Terry, Captains of Ford's west coast drag team, Al Joniec, legendary Ford racer, Hubert Platt, Captain of Ford's east coast drag team and Earl Wade, Crew Chief for Don Nicholson, respected automotive artist David Snyder.

David Snyder will help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Shelby and the Lightweight Reunion featuring other Ford products with an awesome display of his automotive art featuring products produced by FOMOCO. David will be displaying his portfolio of automotive art work in “T” building. Stop by and meet Dave – you can witness first hand as Dave demonstrates his artistic ability as he works on a new painting. Dave will also be available to personalize his new book “The Automotive Art of David Snyder.”

• David Snyder Car Art Online

Live music will be a big part of the Saturday night Downtown Ford Parade and Street Party. Appearing on the Red 102.3 Main Stage (court house steps at the square) from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. are Stephanie Bell & Little Rock. Stephanie Bell & Little Rock are one of Pennsylvania's premier bands and are back together after an eight year break to promote their new album, “This Beating of My Heart.”

Besides playing their own hits for their fans, they also like to play your all-time favorite Top 40 country hits. Traveling up and down the east coast, Stephanie Bell & Little Rock have toured with some of the biggest names in country music such as Trace Adkins, Collin Raye, Toby Keith and many more. Don't miss them Saturday night as part of the parade!

• Stephanie Bell & Little Rock on the Web
• Little Rock Video

Live music will be a big part of the Saturday night Downtown Ford Parade and Street Party. Appearing on the Red 102.3 Stage (JFC Parking Lot/Intersection of High and Pitt Streets) from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. is Chris Woodward. Woodward, a Three Springs, Pennsylvania native (Huntingdon County), is an energetic performer with songs that will have you singing along.

Chris has played at places such as Hershey Park, the Bloomsburg Fair, the NASCAR Pocono 500 and many other fairs and events regionally. He’s opened up for country artists like Toby Keith, Montgomery Gentry, Jessica Andrews, Lonestar and many more. Don't miss him Saturday night as part of the parade!

• Chris Woodward on the Web
• Chris Woodward - I'm Country

Neil Tjin and the Tjin Edition RoadShow are coming to the 2012 Ford Nationals! The RoadShow will be on the Manufacturers Midway with two supercharged Mustangs – straight from this year’s SEMA Show. One of the automotive industries most influential designers, Neil has been involved in the sport and performance market for over 15 years.

• TJIN Edition RoadShow

No Carlisle event would be complete without the burnout contest. Bragging rights are up for grabs once again at the Carlisle Ford Nationals. Join us as we crown the “Carlisle King (or Queen) of the Hill.” Pre-registration is required at Guest Services. A show sticker (i.e. registered for vending or show vehicle), driver’s license and proof of insurance are required. The contest is limited to 10 vehicles with each getting 3 minutes to burnout.

The Team Shelby North East Region proudly presents Ms. Carlisle 2012. Contestants at the Ford Nationals will compete for cash prizes on Saturday evening at the Grandstand.

Get your official event merchandise via the Carlisle Store. The Carlisle Store offers event specific shirts, memorabilia and more. Remember, the Carlisle Store and Brickel’s Racing Collectibles offer site to store and site to home shipping. Order any item online and have it mailed directly to the store at Carlisle for convenient pick up during the show or to your mail box at home. Please note, event specific t-shirts will ONLY be mailed within two weeks of its respective show. The event shirt for the Carlisle Ford Nationals is NOW available to pre-order.

Additional styles are colors are available. Click the link below for more options.

• Carlisle Store

The only thing better than a show-ready Ford is a show-ready Ford on the race track! The on-site Carlisle Autocross allows drivers to run the road course and compare their times to each other. Registration is required and will be available at the track on Sunday only, beginning at 10 am. The charge for each vehicle entry is $20. You will be able to make 3 timed runs consisting of 2 laps each. Times will be provided to compare with other drivers. Drivers must have a legal state driver’s license. There will be no classes or awards. This is strictly for fun and bragging rights.

• Hosted by the Cumberland Valley Corvette Club

Ladies, stop by the Ford Nationals Women’s Oasis tent and visit our amazing vendors selling items from jewelry and accessories to handmade crafts and beauty products. Plus we have massages, seminars, and special services offered by the vendors. See the schedule in the event magazine or stop by the tent, located beside Building R.

• Women's Oasis Details

Have you ever wanted to make someone or something disappear? Magician Eddy Ray can and he'll be doing just that as part of the Carlisle Ford Nationals. His appearance will be on Saturday only, with two performances, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., both near the main stage.

Eddy has been astounding people from the U.S.A. to Japan and all points in between with his incredible and artistic slight of hand, hilarious interactive audience segments and fresh approach to performing magic and illusions. Those skills have enabled him to win many awards, including a 4th place prize at the Tropicana Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. Eddy has also starred in and produced his own television series called Magic Town and has performed in every imaginable venue.

Add Carlisle to that list and don't miss more great family entertainment as part of the weekend!

• Eddy Ray Magic
• Eddy Ray

The Ford Nationals is fun for the entire family and we have not forgotten the kids. In the Kids at Carlisle Activity Center Area, we have crafts for kids and parents to enjoy together. We also have lots of play activities that we think will “wow” the young ones. Come and check it out!

• Kids at Carlisle

Pre-register before April 30, 2012 to get your window sticker early and drive right in when you get to the gate!

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