CARLISLE, Pa. – After a successful inaugural auction season that saw more than 500 cars cross the block in 2006, Carlisle Events is back with an exciting assortment of auction cars in 2007. Last year’s auction vehicles had a combined total value of more than $16 million, and buyers and sellers came from as far away as the West Coast and Florida to join the two gatherings.
Beginning with the Spring Auction, April 20-21, and culminating with the Fall Auction, October 5-6, Carlisle Events is set to provide action, excitement and hundreds of special cars up for bid. With several hundred cars already in the pipeline and a few celebrity cars in the mix, the Spring Auction promises to be the most exciting one yet.
Both auctions will take place at the Carlisle Expo Center, just one block from the Carlisle Fairgrounds, with the Spring Auction accompanying the 31st Annual Spring Carlisle Collector Car Swap Meet and Corral, and the Fall Auction held in conjunction with Fall Carlisle.
Carlisle Senior Manager Bill Miller III is enthusiastic about the upcoming Spring Carlisle Collector Car Auction, “Coming off a successful first year of auctions in ’06, we’re really excited about the 2007 events. We learned a lot in our first year that we plan to put into action at this year’s auctions. We already have a number of significant cars consigned, and have many interested consignors that we are talking with. If you are a potential consignor or bidder, contact us now as lots are filling quickly. Carlisle Collector Car Auctions’ tagline is Real Cars, Real People. Unlike some of the higher-profile auctions seen on TV, we try to cater to the audiences that regularly attend Carlisle’s Spring and Fall events. It’s great entertainment, a chance to see some fine, classic automobiles from all eras and genres and an opportunity for the average enthusiast to buy or sell a car. If you haven’t experienced one of our auctions, give us a try; you won’t be disappointed. Don’t miss the excitement at our Spring Auction.”
Now is the time to consign a car or register to bid. For more information on being a BUYER or SELLER, please see the corresponding areas on the web site www.CarlisleAuctions.com . If you would like to speak with us directly, contact Auction Manager Dennis Baish at 717-243-7855 ext. 167 or email him at dennisb@CarlisleEvents.com Don’t miss the auction action at Carlisle.
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events, attracts more than half a million people to its 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., each year. Included in the annual schedule are two huge automotive swap meets – in the spring and fall – and individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles, sport compacts and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows attract automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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Sunday, August 26, 2007
FORD INTERCEPTOR CONCEPT COMES TO CARLISLE IN JUNE
CARLISLE, Pa. – Ford officials announced recently that its Interceptor Concept car will be on display at the Carlisle All-Ford Nationals on June 1-3, 2007. Ford describes their new concept vehicle, “The Ford Interceptor celebrates the best of American muscle, combining ‘Built Ford Tough’ attitude with the sporty elegance of Ford’s iconic ‘60s sedans.”
Under the hood, the Interceptor touts a Ford Racing 5.0-liter Cammer engine that runs on E-85 ethanol and produces 400 horsepower. Recently, an automotive critic described the concept this way, “The Interceptor concept is much like a Marine in dress uniform. He looks smart and elegant, but you can see the raw power that lies beneath.”
Ford Motor Company also announced a popular addition to the All-Ford Nats in a Ride and Drive demonstration that allows attendees to actually test drive new Ford vehicles during the show. At the present time, the Fusion and Edge will both be available for test drives. Other models may be added; keep an eye on the Carlisle Events web site for additional information www.CarlisleEvents.com
2007 is the 40th anniversary of the legendary Mercury Cougar. Fans won’t want to miss this fine exhibit of some of the nicest cars to ever come out of Detroit. Event manager Rick Markko noted that “We are looking for outstanding examples of this interesting automobile. We plan to have a special invitational display and a huge showfield of Cougars. If people are interested in showing off their Cougars, get in touch with us.”
If you own a Mustang Mach I, this will be a GIGANTIC event that you will want to attend! We would like to display your Mach I in a special area that will include all years of the famous Mach I. The cars will be assigned to various classes and participant balloting will determine first, second and third place for each class. Awards will be given to class winners and other selected awards will be a part of this event.
Starsky & Hutch fans will be thrilled with the turnout of red and white Torinos. So far 25 of them are signed up to join the Ford fun at Carlisle. Ford only made 1,000 of these Limited Edition “Starsky & Hutch” Gran Torinos in the spring of 1976 recognizing the popularity of both the show and the car during the ‘70s.
“A Rare Pair” will be on display together for the first time. A 1929 Model A Sedan and a ’29 Model A Closed Cab Truck were purchased as siblings in 1929. They were separated for a number of years, and recovered and restored separately by current owner, Bob Luczun. Both are excellent examples of low mileage and fine condition for vehicles almost 80 years old.
Come out and see David Pearson and Bud Moore, two legendary NASCAR icons as they sign autographs and chat with fans. Bud Moore Engineering will be bringing a 1967 Cougar prototype race car. Al Joniec of drag racing celebrity will join in the fun with one of his race cars.
Beginning in 1990 Ford produced a series of convertibles and marketed them as “Feature Cars.” These Mustang convertibles were green, red, triple white and canary yellow. For the first time, Carlisle Events will be displaying these rare convertibles and encourage all owners of these collectibles to join the party!
Anniversaries abound at Carlisle this year. It’s also the 50th anniversary of the Edsel and the Ranchero. 2007 is the 25th Anniversary of the Ford EXP and Mercury LN7. These two unique cars started out life as sporty two-seaters and this year Carlisle will join with the EXP/LN7 Owners Club in their celebration. If you have one, bring it out and show it off! Whatever you do make sure you check them out on the show field.
As always we have lots of fun activities like burnouts, a beauty contest, dyno testing, wing-eating contest, a huge showfield and car corral, and plenty of great food. There’s something for the entire family…while dad is walking the National Parts Depot Showfield, mom can go to the Women’s Oasis and the kids can visit Kids at Carlisle. Don’t miss the Sunday Giveaway at the stage at 3 p.m. The lucky winner will receive a great older car or $5,000 in cash. Must be present to win.
Check our web site regularly for updates and additions to our roster of guests, cars and entertainment. www.carlisleevents.com
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracts more than half a million people to its 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pennsylvania each year. Included in the annual schedule are two huge automotive swap meets – in the spring and fall – and individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles, sport compacts and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows attract automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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Under the hood, the Interceptor touts a Ford Racing 5.0-liter Cammer engine that runs on E-85 ethanol and produces 400 horsepower. Recently, an automotive critic described the concept this way, “The Interceptor concept is much like a Marine in dress uniform. He looks smart and elegant, but you can see the raw power that lies beneath.”
Ford Motor Company also announced a popular addition to the All-Ford Nats in a Ride and Drive demonstration that allows attendees to actually test drive new Ford vehicles during the show. At the present time, the Fusion and Edge will both be available for test drives. Other models may be added; keep an eye on the Carlisle Events web site for additional information www.CarlisleEvents.com
2007 is the 40th anniversary of the legendary Mercury Cougar. Fans won’t want to miss this fine exhibit of some of the nicest cars to ever come out of Detroit. Event manager Rick Markko noted that “We are looking for outstanding examples of this interesting automobile. We plan to have a special invitational display and a huge showfield of Cougars. If people are interested in showing off their Cougars, get in touch with us.”
If you own a Mustang Mach I, this will be a GIGANTIC event that you will want to attend! We would like to display your Mach I in a special area that will include all years of the famous Mach I. The cars will be assigned to various classes and participant balloting will determine first, second and third place for each class. Awards will be given to class winners and other selected awards will be a part of this event.
Starsky & Hutch fans will be thrilled with the turnout of red and white Torinos. So far 25 of them are signed up to join the Ford fun at Carlisle. Ford only made 1,000 of these Limited Edition “Starsky & Hutch” Gran Torinos in the spring of 1976 recognizing the popularity of both the show and the car during the ‘70s.
“A Rare Pair” will be on display together for the first time. A 1929 Model A Sedan and a ’29 Model A Closed Cab Truck were purchased as siblings in 1929. They were separated for a number of years, and recovered and restored separately by current owner, Bob Luczun. Both are excellent examples of low mileage and fine condition for vehicles almost 80 years old.
Come out and see David Pearson and Bud Moore, two legendary NASCAR icons as they sign autographs and chat with fans. Bud Moore Engineering will be bringing a 1967 Cougar prototype race car. Al Joniec of drag racing celebrity will join in the fun with one of his race cars.
Beginning in 1990 Ford produced a series of convertibles and marketed them as “Feature Cars.” These Mustang convertibles were green, red, triple white and canary yellow. For the first time, Carlisle Events will be displaying these rare convertibles and encourage all owners of these collectibles to join the party!
Anniversaries abound at Carlisle this year. It’s also the 50th anniversary of the Edsel and the Ranchero. 2007 is the 25th Anniversary of the Ford EXP and Mercury LN7. These two unique cars started out life as sporty two-seaters and this year Carlisle will join with the EXP/LN7 Owners Club in their celebration. If you have one, bring it out and show it off! Whatever you do make sure you check them out on the show field.
As always we have lots of fun activities like burnouts, a beauty contest, dyno testing, wing-eating contest, a huge showfield and car corral, and plenty of great food. There’s something for the entire family…while dad is walking the National Parts Depot Showfield, mom can go to the Women’s Oasis and the kids can visit Kids at Carlisle. Don’t miss the Sunday Giveaway at the stage at 3 p.m. The lucky winner will receive a great older car or $5,000 in cash. Must be present to win.
Check our web site regularly for updates and additions to our roster of guests, cars and entertainment. www.carlisleevents.com
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracts more than half a million people to its 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pennsylvania each year. Included in the annual schedule are two huge automotive swap meets – in the spring and fall – and individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles, sport compacts and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows attract automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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PERFORMANCE & STYLE A BIG HIT
CARLISLE, Pa. – Fans of aftermarket customizations, In-Car Entertainment (ICE) buffs and folks who just enjoy beautiful cars came to Carlisle in droves this past weekend. They saw some great tricked out cars and entertainment, and also enjoyed a beautiful Central Pennsylvania spring weekend.
The attendees were treated to some thrilling entertainment provided by The Starboyz motorcycle stunt team that performs exciting “don’t-try-these-at-home” stunts on their motorcycles. A new event this year was the Drifting demonstrations performed by local and national Drifters. Drifting is the ability to control your car through turns as the cars slides around corners. This event proved to be very popular. Event Manager Rich Dallas commented, “When you bring a new event to the show, you never know how it will be received. The drifting demo was well-attended and the crowds appeared to really enjoy it.”
The ICE House display showcased vehicles that demonstrated the art of in-car entertainment; in many cases, to the extreme. The Project Gotham car contained a total of 110 video monitors and some outlandish amount of sub-woofers. There was lots of neon and plenty of enthusiasm. Magazine Alley brought the spectators cars that have been featured in their favorite magazines. Two of the leading builders in the P&S genre, RJ deVera and Neil Tjin, were on hand to talk with fans and sign autographs throughout the weekend.
The popular wing eating contest, beauty contest and burnouts all took place at the stage on Saturday afternoon. The results are below:
Chomping down on 25 wings in record time, Mark Murphy of Pittston, Pennsylvania won the P&S Wing-eating Contest sponsored by the North Hanover Grill.
Mike Swartz of Carlisle “smoked ‘em” until they popped in the P&S Burnout Contest. His ride was a ’96 Acura Integra GSR. He managed to blow both tires!
Beauty was abundant at the P&S Beauty Contest. Winner Ashley “Nicki” Gerz from Gordonville, Pennsylvania took top honors. She was followed in second place by veteran winner Amanda Lawson of Carlisle. Jessica Link of Allentown, Pennsylvania took third place honors.
Awards for different classes and styles of cars were awarded on Sunday. The winners can be found on the P&S event details page http://carsatcarlisle.com/pands/details.asp
We encourage those who attended Performance & Style this weekend to take our after-event survey. It can be found at this address http://www.carsatcarlisle.com/pands/survey.asp Rich Dallas noted, ”This is your show. I hope you will give us your feedback on what you liked, what we could improve or what you’d like to see us add for next year’s event. We really want to know what you think.”
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events, attracts more than half a million people to its 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., each year. Included in the annual schedule are two huge automotive swap meets – in the spring and fall – and individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows attract automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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The attendees were treated to some thrilling entertainment provided by The Starboyz motorcycle stunt team that performs exciting “don’t-try-these-at-home” stunts on their motorcycles. A new event this year was the Drifting demonstrations performed by local and national Drifters. Drifting is the ability to control your car through turns as the cars slides around corners. This event proved to be very popular. Event Manager Rich Dallas commented, “When you bring a new event to the show, you never know how it will be received. The drifting demo was well-attended and the crowds appeared to really enjoy it.”
The ICE House display showcased vehicles that demonstrated the art of in-car entertainment; in many cases, to the extreme. The Project Gotham car contained a total of 110 video monitors and some outlandish amount of sub-woofers. There was lots of neon and plenty of enthusiasm. Magazine Alley brought the spectators cars that have been featured in their favorite magazines. Two of the leading builders in the P&S genre, RJ deVera and Neil Tjin, were on hand to talk with fans and sign autographs throughout the weekend.
The popular wing eating contest, beauty contest and burnouts all took place at the stage on Saturday afternoon. The results are below:
Chomping down on 25 wings in record time, Mark Murphy of Pittston, Pennsylvania won the P&S Wing-eating Contest sponsored by the North Hanover Grill.
Mike Swartz of Carlisle “smoked ‘em” until they popped in the P&S Burnout Contest. His ride was a ’96 Acura Integra GSR. He managed to blow both tires!
Beauty was abundant at the P&S Beauty Contest. Winner Ashley “Nicki” Gerz from Gordonville, Pennsylvania took top honors. She was followed in second place by veteran winner Amanda Lawson of Carlisle. Jessica Link of Allentown, Pennsylvania took third place honors.
Awards for different classes and styles of cars were awarded on Sunday. The winners can be found on the P&S event details page http://carsatcarlisle.com/pands/details.asp
We encourage those who attended Performance & Style this weekend to take our after-event survey. It can be found at this address http://www.carsatcarlisle.com/pands/survey.asp Rich Dallas noted, ”This is your show. I hope you will give us your feedback on what you liked, what we could improve or what you’d like to see us add for next year’s event. We really want to know what you think.”
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events, attracts more than half a million people to its 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., each year. Included in the annual schedule are two huge automotive swap meets – in the spring and fall – and individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows attract automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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FORDS TAKE OVER CARLISLE
CARLISLE, Pa. – Whether they came to see the anniversary of The Deuce, Edsel, Ranchero or Cougar or to chat with Huggy Bear of Starsky & Hutch renown or to check out the first-time Ford Motor Company Test Drives, Blue Oval fans were not disappointed this past weekend at the Carlisle Fairgrounds.
Rick Markko, the Ford Event Manager, was pleased with the way the show unfolded and commented “Carlisle Events would like to hear your input about the 2007 All-Ford Nationals. Please take this brief survey and let us know what you liked and what you didn’t. This is your show and we would like to have your input.” The survey can be found at http://www.carsatcarlisle.com/ford/survey.asp
Ford Motor Company brought two concept cars this weekend. The Interceptor and the Reflex. Under the hood, the Interceptor touts a Ford Racing 5.0-liter Cammer engine that runs on E-85 ethanol and produces 400 horsepower. Recently, an automotive critic described the concept this way, “The Interceptor concept is much like a Marine in dress uniform. He looks smart and elegant, but you can see the raw power that lies beneath.” The Reflex is a technological showcase with its advanced diesel-electric hybrid engine – delivering up to 65 miles per gallon.
This year Ford added a Ride and Drive demonstration that allowed attendees to actually test drive new Ford vehicles during the show. The Fusion, Edge, Escape and F150 were all available for test drives. This proved to be a very popular addition to the show.
2007 was the 40th anniversary of the legendary Mercury Cougar. Fans saw some of the nicest cars to ever come out of Detroit. Cougar fans saw some fine examples of the Cougar in Building Y plus lots more on the show field.
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ALL-FORD NATIONALS – ADD ONE
Also featured was a fine display of all years of the Mustang Mach I. These invitational cars demonstrated why the Mach I was such a powerful and popular Mustang legend.
Starsky & Hutch fans were thrilled with the turnout of red and white Torinos. Ford only made 1,000 of these Limited Edition “Starsky & Hutch” Gran Torinos in the spring of 1976 recognizing the popularity of both the show and the car during the ‘70s. Additionally, Antonio Fargas, who played Huggy Bear on the show spent the entire weekend greeting fans and signing autographs.
David Pearson and Bud Moore, two legendary NASCAR icons were on-hand to sign autographs and chat with fans. Bud Moore Engineering brought a 1967 Cougar prototype race car. Al Joniec of drag racing fame joined in the fun with two of his race cars.
As always there were lots of fun activities like burnouts, a beauty contest, dyno testing, wing-eating contest, a huge show field, swap meet, rock crawl and car corral, and plenty of great food. There was something for the entire family including a Kids at Carlisle activities center.
A list of award winners will be posted on the Ford web page http://carsatcarlisle.com/ford/index.asp later in the week.
Brian Compa of Morgantown, WV was our 2007 Wing Eating Champion. Compa managed to get 25 wings in his stomach in less than 10 minutes.
A bevy of beauties was on-hand for the annual Miss Carlisle All-Ford Nationals Beauty Contest. The winner was Ashley Gertz of Gordonville, Pennsylvania. Following in second place was Carlisle’s own Amanda Lawson, and in third, Kim Bergens from York, Pennsylvania.
Shane Hiney took the honors in the Burnout Contest in his ’78 T-Bird. Hiney managed to spin ‘em ‘til they popped. He blew both rear tires to win the contest.
This year’s lucky Giveaway winner was Mary Ann Baysinger of Connellsville, PA. Baysinger had the choice of a beautiful, all-original ’71 Mercury Cougar or $5,000 in cash. She elected to take the cash.
Check our web site regularly for updates and information on all of our events. www.carlisleevents.com
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracts more than half a million people to its 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pennsylvania each year. Included in the annual schedule are two huge automotive swap meets – in the spring and fall – and individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles, sport compacts and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows attract automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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Rick Markko, the Ford Event Manager, was pleased with the way the show unfolded and commented “Carlisle Events would like to hear your input about the 2007 All-Ford Nationals. Please take this brief survey and let us know what you liked and what you didn’t. This is your show and we would like to have your input.” The survey can be found at http://www.carsatcarlisle.com/ford/survey.asp
Ford Motor Company brought two concept cars this weekend. The Interceptor and the Reflex. Under the hood, the Interceptor touts a Ford Racing 5.0-liter Cammer engine that runs on E-85 ethanol and produces 400 horsepower. Recently, an automotive critic described the concept this way, “The Interceptor concept is much like a Marine in dress uniform. He looks smart and elegant, but you can see the raw power that lies beneath.” The Reflex is a technological showcase with its advanced diesel-electric hybrid engine – delivering up to 65 miles per gallon.
This year Ford added a Ride and Drive demonstration that allowed attendees to actually test drive new Ford vehicles during the show. The Fusion, Edge, Escape and F150 were all available for test drives. This proved to be a very popular addition to the show.
2007 was the 40th anniversary of the legendary Mercury Cougar. Fans saw some of the nicest cars to ever come out of Detroit. Cougar fans saw some fine examples of the Cougar in Building Y plus lots more on the show field.
MORE
ALL-FORD NATIONALS – ADD ONE
Also featured was a fine display of all years of the Mustang Mach I. These invitational cars demonstrated why the Mach I was such a powerful and popular Mustang legend.
Starsky & Hutch fans were thrilled with the turnout of red and white Torinos. Ford only made 1,000 of these Limited Edition “Starsky & Hutch” Gran Torinos in the spring of 1976 recognizing the popularity of both the show and the car during the ‘70s. Additionally, Antonio Fargas, who played Huggy Bear on the show spent the entire weekend greeting fans and signing autographs.
David Pearson and Bud Moore, two legendary NASCAR icons were on-hand to sign autographs and chat with fans. Bud Moore Engineering brought a 1967 Cougar prototype race car. Al Joniec of drag racing fame joined in the fun with two of his race cars.
As always there were lots of fun activities like burnouts, a beauty contest, dyno testing, wing-eating contest, a huge show field, swap meet, rock crawl and car corral, and plenty of great food. There was something for the entire family including a Kids at Carlisle activities center.
A list of award winners will be posted on the Ford web page http://carsatcarlisle.com/ford/index.asp later in the week.
Brian Compa of Morgantown, WV was our 2007 Wing Eating Champion. Compa managed to get 25 wings in his stomach in less than 10 minutes.
A bevy of beauties was on-hand for the annual Miss Carlisle All-Ford Nationals Beauty Contest. The winner was Ashley Gertz of Gordonville, Pennsylvania. Following in second place was Carlisle’s own Amanda Lawson, and in third, Kim Bergens from York, Pennsylvania.
Shane Hiney took the honors in the Burnout Contest in his ’78 T-Bird. Hiney managed to spin ‘em ‘til they popped. He blew both rear tires to win the contest.
This year’s lucky Giveaway winner was Mary Ann Baysinger of Connellsville, PA. Baysinger had the choice of a beautiful, all-original ’71 Mercury Cougar or $5,000 in cash. She elected to take the cash.
Check our web site regularly for updates and information on all of our events. www.carlisleevents.com
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracts more than half a million people to its 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pennsylvania each year. Included in the annual schedule are two huge automotive swap meets – in the spring and fall – and individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles, sport compacts and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows attract automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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A SEA OF TWO WHEELS AND CHROME CAME TO CARLISLE
CARLISLE, Pa. – What a Great Summer Bike Fest!
Carlisle Fairgrounds became a sea of chrome and two-wheeled excitement during Carlisle Summer Bike Fest. You could just feel the excitement and the thunderous rumble of thousands of motorcycles making the trek to Carlisle.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR NEXT YEAR’S BIKE FEST – July 25-27, 2008
Swap Meet, Vendors, Showfield, Mfg. Midway, and the Appalachian Harley-Davidson Dealer Mall
Hundreds of vendors and a Manufacturers Midway featuring major brands, custom builders and the Appalachian Harley-Davidson Dealer Mall. Summer Bike Fest had everything a biker could want.
Bike Shows
Bike Fest featured a Saturday Ride in Bike Show with over 25 classes and had over 100 entrants.
Best of Show – Rick Schwab of Lancaster, NY
Best Paint – William Godwin of York, PA
Check our web site for event photos and a list of winners at http://carsatcarlisle.com/bike/details.asp
Carlisle Bike Fest also features 2 Custom Builder Shows for Sport and V-Twin professionals. The V-Twin trophy went to Greg Carter of Vicious Cycles in Lemoyne. They have had an entry each year since Bike Fest began. The Sport Bike competition winner was Brandon Clark of PPM Custom Cycles from Greensboro, North Carolina with a 2002 Suzuki Hyabusa.
Kawasaki Demo Rides & Custom Cruiser Display
Kawasaki came to Carlisle with their fantastic Demo Rides for our 2007 event. Sport Bikes and Cruisers were on hand along with the Kawasaki Custom Cruiser Display. They had maximum capacity during the show on Saturday. What a great addition to the Bike Fest.
Central PA Kawasaki Dealers, Cumberland Cycle Center and Koup’s Cycle Shop of Harrisburg will be giving away a Kawasaki 2007 Ninja® ZX™ 6R on Saturday evening.
CONTEST WINNERS
Beauty Contest – Beauties were plentiful at Summer Bike Fest. Donna Vajda of Hershey took home the blue ribbon, followed by Nicki Gurz from Gordonville, PA in second place. Our third place winner was Carlisle’s own Heidi Haldenman.
Burnout Contest – Michael Carns made the most smoke and left his tire at Carlisle. He was followed in second place by Kyler Cole from New Cumberland, PA. Third place honors went to Steve Sayder from Allentown, PA.
Saturday Night Giveaway (Kawasaki 2007 Ninja® ZX™ 6R) – The lucky winner of the Kawasaki was William Stuffel of Finleyville, PA. Bike was donated by Cycle Center and Koup’s Cycle Shop of Harrisburg.
Sunday Giveaway (Harley-Davidson XL 1200N Sportster® 1200 Nightster™) The winning ticket holder for the Harley-Davidson Sportster was Donald Nailor, Jr. of Dauphin, PA.
Featured builders – Carlisle welcomed some new faces to the Carlisle Bike Fest. Our 2007 event featured the following custom builders:
Sam Nehme of BMS Choppers
Doug Keim, Doug Keim Creative Cycles
Don Gray of Don Gray Customs
Hank Young of Young Choppers & Hotrods
Steve Kehler of Tricked Out Custom Cycles
Jim Nasi of Jim Nasi Customs
Brad Ruel of The Wrench
Hank Young of Young Choppers & Hot Rods
CELEBRITY GUESTS
Rupert, the reality TV star from the show Survivor, joined us as the “Official Host” of the Carlisle Summer Bike Fest. http://www.rupertb.com/
Biker Billy – Back by popular demand. Our favorite Biker Chef returned to Carlisle amusing crowds with his flavorful recipes tasty wit. www.bikerbilly.com
Michele Smith is known for her emcee role on TV’s American Thunder. She was available Saturday and Sunday talking to fans and signing autographs. www.michelesmith.com
Stunt Shows - StarBoyz were on hand to wow the crowd with their “Don’t-try-this-at-home” demonstrations and NEW for 2007, an FMX stunt show with Superman’s and no hands. Both groups managed to get the crowds excited and on their feet. www.starboyz.com
Dale Coyner, recognized motorcycle author and writer provided audiences with Touring Recommendations and Technical Tips for Motorcycle Accessories to aid in your trek. LINK www.dalecoyner.com
Continue to visit our web site for updates on all of our events www.CarlisleEvents.com
The bikes. The people. The excitement. Carlisle Summer Bike Fest. Don’t miss it.
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracts more than half a million people to its 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pennsylvania each year. Included in the annual schedule are two huge automotive swap meets – in the spring and fall – and individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles, sport compacts and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows attract automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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Carlisle Fairgrounds became a sea of chrome and two-wheeled excitement during Carlisle Summer Bike Fest. You could just feel the excitement and the thunderous rumble of thousands of motorcycles making the trek to Carlisle.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR NEXT YEAR’S BIKE FEST – July 25-27, 2008
Swap Meet, Vendors, Showfield, Mfg. Midway, and the Appalachian Harley-Davidson Dealer Mall
Hundreds of vendors and a Manufacturers Midway featuring major brands, custom builders and the Appalachian Harley-Davidson Dealer Mall. Summer Bike Fest had everything a biker could want.
Bike Shows
Bike Fest featured a Saturday Ride in Bike Show with over 25 classes and had over 100 entrants.
Best of Show – Rick Schwab of Lancaster, NY
Best Paint – William Godwin of York, PA
Check our web site for event photos and a list of winners at http://carsatcarlisle.com/bike/details.asp
Carlisle Bike Fest also features 2 Custom Builder Shows for Sport and V-Twin professionals. The V-Twin trophy went to Greg Carter of Vicious Cycles in Lemoyne. They have had an entry each year since Bike Fest began. The Sport Bike competition winner was Brandon Clark of PPM Custom Cycles from Greensboro, North Carolina with a 2002 Suzuki Hyabusa.
Kawasaki Demo Rides & Custom Cruiser Display
Kawasaki came to Carlisle with their fantastic Demo Rides for our 2007 event. Sport Bikes and Cruisers were on hand along with the Kawasaki Custom Cruiser Display. They had maximum capacity during the show on Saturday. What a great addition to the Bike Fest.
Central PA Kawasaki Dealers, Cumberland Cycle Center and Koup’s Cycle Shop of Harrisburg will be giving away a Kawasaki 2007 Ninja® ZX™ 6R on Saturday evening.
CONTEST WINNERS
Beauty Contest – Beauties were plentiful at Summer Bike Fest. Donna Vajda of Hershey took home the blue ribbon, followed by Nicki Gurz from Gordonville, PA in second place. Our third place winner was Carlisle’s own Heidi Haldenman.
Burnout Contest – Michael Carns made the most smoke and left his tire at Carlisle. He was followed in second place by Kyler Cole from New Cumberland, PA. Third place honors went to Steve Sayder from Allentown, PA.
Saturday Night Giveaway (Kawasaki 2007 Ninja® ZX™ 6R) – The lucky winner of the Kawasaki was William Stuffel of Finleyville, PA. Bike was donated by Cycle Center and Koup’s Cycle Shop of Harrisburg.
Sunday Giveaway (Harley-Davidson XL 1200N Sportster® 1200 Nightster™) The winning ticket holder for the Harley-Davidson Sportster was Donald Nailor, Jr. of Dauphin, PA.
Featured builders – Carlisle welcomed some new faces to the Carlisle Bike Fest. Our 2007 event featured the following custom builders:
Sam Nehme of BMS Choppers
Doug Keim, Doug Keim Creative Cycles
Don Gray of Don Gray Customs
Hank Young of Young Choppers & Hotrods
Steve Kehler of Tricked Out Custom Cycles
Jim Nasi of Jim Nasi Customs
Brad Ruel of The Wrench
Hank Young of Young Choppers & Hot Rods
CELEBRITY GUESTS
Rupert, the reality TV star from the show Survivor, joined us as the “Official Host” of the Carlisle Summer Bike Fest. http://www.rupertb.com/
Biker Billy – Back by popular demand. Our favorite Biker Chef returned to Carlisle amusing crowds with his flavorful recipes tasty wit. www.bikerbilly.com
Michele Smith is known for her emcee role on TV’s American Thunder. She was available Saturday and Sunday talking to fans and signing autographs. www.michelesmith.com
Stunt Shows - StarBoyz were on hand to wow the crowd with their “Don’t-try-this-at-home” demonstrations and NEW for 2007, an FMX stunt show with Superman’s and no hands. Both groups managed to get the crowds excited and on their feet. www.starboyz.com
Dale Coyner, recognized motorcycle author and writer provided audiences with Touring Recommendations and Technical Tips for Motorcycle Accessories to aid in your trek. LINK www.dalecoyner.com
Continue to visit our web site for updates on all of our events www.CarlisleEvents.com
The bikes. The people. The excitement. Carlisle Summer Bike Fest. Don’t miss it.
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracts more than half a million people to its 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pennsylvania each year. Included in the annual schedule are two huge automotive swap meets – in the spring and fall – and individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles, sport compacts and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows attract automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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Corvettes at Carlisle Attracts Some Rare Cars
CARLISLE, Pa. – Thousands of Corvettes will make their way to Carlisle, Pennsylvania to attend the world’s largest gathering of Corvettes August 24-26, 2007 at the Carlisle Fairgrounds. Corvettes at Carlisle is always a special show for Corvette aficionados and the Carlisle Events staff as well, but this year promises to be even bigger and better.
General Motors just announced that it is planning to bring some rarely seen Corvettes from their fabled Heritage collection to the annual August gathering. The special Corvettes include a 1993 40th Anniversary Maroon ZR-1, a ’91 Gray Corvette convertible, a light blue 1989 DR-1 convertible, a red ’89 Corvette ZR-1, a black 1990 Corvette ZR-1 and a red ZR-12 with a Falconer engine. This is an important display that connoisseurs of fine automobiles won’t want to miss.
New in 2007 will be the addition of an auction at the Corvettes at Carlisle event Friday and Saturday, August 24-25. The plan is to auction 160 Corvettes. This is a Corvette-only auction and the first time ever that Carlisle Events has run the Corvette auction themselves. The event will take place in the Carlisle Expo Center, one block from the Carlisle Fairgrounds. To find out more information about being a consignor or bidder, go to the auction web site www.CarlisleAuctions.com or contact Dennis Baish, Auction Manager. He can be reached at 717-243-7855 ext. 167 or dennisb@CarlisleEvents.com
Do you own a red Corvette? If so, you might want to check out the “Go Red For Women” campaign, a nationwide movement to raise awareness of heart disease as women’s No. 1 killer. A donation of $20 will be collected from those who participate in the gathering to help support the awareness campaign. All red Corvettes will be parked in a specially designated area on the show field. Keep an eye out on the Corvette home page for more details. http://carsatcarlisle.com/corvette/details.asp
Chip’s Choice this year will be cover cars from official GM publications. See 15 fine examples of Corvettes that have graced the pages of Corvette Quarterly or from earlier years, Corvette News.
Continuing the tradition of recognizing 50th anniversaries, this year the ’57 Corvette will be celebrated. Under a huge tent on the show field, we will be displaying some fine examples of the ‘57s. Those interested can submit their car for consideration through the Corvette page on the Carlisle web site http://carsatcarlisle.com/corvette/details.asp Also celebrating a birthday is the Callaway Corvette. The Callaways will be hosting a gathering at this year’s event to celebrate their 20th.
All that plus an opportunity to meet top Corvette officials from GM, the Chip Miller Memorial Downtown Carlisle Parade, a huge car corral, interesting seminars, autocross, an ’88 Corvette convertible giveaway car, NCCC Concours-judged show field, NCRS Gallery, a huge Women’s Oasis, Kids at Carlisle and much, much more.
Don’t miss The Cars, The People, The Excitement!
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events, attracts more than half a million people to its 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., each year. Included in the annual schedule are two huge automotive swap meets – in the spring and fall – and individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows attract automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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General Motors just announced that it is planning to bring some rarely seen Corvettes from their fabled Heritage collection to the annual August gathering. The special Corvettes include a 1993 40th Anniversary Maroon ZR-1, a ’91 Gray Corvette convertible, a light blue 1989 DR-1 convertible, a red ’89 Corvette ZR-1, a black 1990 Corvette ZR-1 and a red ZR-12 with a Falconer engine. This is an important display that connoisseurs of fine automobiles won’t want to miss.
New in 2007 will be the addition of an auction at the Corvettes at Carlisle event Friday and Saturday, August 24-25. The plan is to auction 160 Corvettes. This is a Corvette-only auction and the first time ever that Carlisle Events has run the Corvette auction themselves. The event will take place in the Carlisle Expo Center, one block from the Carlisle Fairgrounds. To find out more information about being a consignor or bidder, go to the auction web site www.CarlisleAuctions.com or contact Dennis Baish, Auction Manager. He can be reached at 717-243-7855 ext. 167 or dennisb@CarlisleEvents.com
Do you own a red Corvette? If so, you might want to check out the “Go Red For Women” campaign, a nationwide movement to raise awareness of heart disease as women’s No. 1 killer. A donation of $20 will be collected from those who participate in the gathering to help support the awareness campaign. All red Corvettes will be parked in a specially designated area on the show field. Keep an eye out on the Corvette home page for more details. http://carsatcarlisle.com/corvette/details.asp
Chip’s Choice this year will be cover cars from official GM publications. See 15 fine examples of Corvettes that have graced the pages of Corvette Quarterly or from earlier years, Corvette News.
Continuing the tradition of recognizing 50th anniversaries, this year the ’57 Corvette will be celebrated. Under a huge tent on the show field, we will be displaying some fine examples of the ‘57s. Those interested can submit their car for consideration through the Corvette page on the Carlisle web site http://carsatcarlisle.com/corvette/details.asp Also celebrating a birthday is the Callaway Corvette. The Callaways will be hosting a gathering at this year’s event to celebrate their 20th.
All that plus an opportunity to meet top Corvette officials from GM, the Chip Miller Memorial Downtown Carlisle Parade, a huge car corral, interesting seminars, autocross, an ’88 Corvette convertible giveaway car, NCCC Concours-judged show field, NCRS Gallery, a huge Women’s Oasis, Kids at Carlisle and much, much more.
Don’t miss The Cars, The People, The Excitement!
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events, attracts more than half a million people to its 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., each year. Included in the annual schedule are two huge automotive swap meets – in the spring and fall – and individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows attract automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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Chip Miller featured in HBO special on Corvettes
HBO’s ‘On the Record’ recognizes 50 years of the American sports car
CARLISLE, PA – Chip Miller, co-owner of Carlisle Events, will be featured on an episode of HBO’s “On the Record with Bob Costas.” The episode, airing Friday, June 27, at 11:30 p.m., will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Corvette, and Miller is an avid Corvette enthusiast and collector. His garages currently contain 26 stock and racing versions of Corvettes.
Dan Klein, producer of the segment, said he chose Miller for the piece because of Miller’s obvious love of the car. “I read about him and his role as a personal collector and his affinity for the Corvette,” Klein said. He also noted the stature Miller has among Corvette enthusiasts: “Everyone I talked to knew him,” Klein remarked. The fact that Miller owns such a large collection of the cars also helped. When Klein spoke to Miller, “I felt his enthusiasm and his love of the car,” the producer said.
The 45-minute show is meant to acknowledge the 50th year of “the American sports car,” as the Corvette is known to enthusiasts. “It’s an appreciation piece for this car and the spirit of it,” Klein said. In addition to Miller, Klein interviewed NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., who also has an affinity for Corvettes and has raced them. To be on the same program with the famous racer honors Miller. “I am so proud to be on a show with him,” Miller said. He and Earnhardt will be seen on the show talking about what the Corvette means to them personally.
Asked by the producer to describe the Corvette’s mystique, Miller said that he first noticed the 1956 and 1957 Corvettes for their beauty, power and the unique fiberglass bodies. “The American sports car had to be a little above the standard car,” he said. “It was always leading the way – it still is.”
Ira Raider and Shapoor Poursh of Raider Productions (Philadelphia) videotaped Miller driving his 1953 Corvette with the convertible top down, which he hasn’t done in years. His car is number 181 of the 300 that were produced in 1953, and it is completely original. The Corvette has only 9,214 original miles, the lowest-mileage ’53 known to be in existence, and has never needed to be restored.
“I was elated,” Miller said of being featured on the show. “I was really honored to be one of the two people chosen to represent the Corvette. Being a Corvette hobbyist for 35 years now, it’s very rewarding to be included in the celebration – this significant birthday of the Corvette.”
Having been featured on numerous television programs as well as magazine and newspaper articles, Miller said he appreciates the different interview techniques that are used and enjoys answering on camera without prior knowledge of the questions. “It’s always a treat to meet new people and see how they set up and portray you,” he said. “It really was fun. … I felt good about everything I said.”
This year’s Corvettes at Carlisle takes place Aug. 22-24, 2003, at the Carlisle (Pa.) Fairgrounds. Visit www.carsatcarlisle.com or call (717) 243-7855 for more information. For more on the Corvette and its 50-year history, check out the Corvette time line on the Web site.
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracted more than 518,000 people to the 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., in 2002. Included in the annual schedule are two automotive swap meets and eight individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows have attracted automotive enthusiasts from around the world. Visit www.carsatcarlisle.com for more information.
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CARLISLE, PA – Chip Miller, co-owner of Carlisle Events, will be featured on an episode of HBO’s “On the Record with Bob Costas.” The episode, airing Friday, June 27, at 11:30 p.m., will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Corvette, and Miller is an avid Corvette enthusiast and collector. His garages currently contain 26 stock and racing versions of Corvettes.
Dan Klein, producer of the segment, said he chose Miller for the piece because of Miller’s obvious love of the car. “I read about him and his role as a personal collector and his affinity for the Corvette,” Klein said. He also noted the stature Miller has among Corvette enthusiasts: “Everyone I talked to knew him,” Klein remarked. The fact that Miller owns such a large collection of the cars also helped. When Klein spoke to Miller, “I felt his enthusiasm and his love of the car,” the producer said.
The 45-minute show is meant to acknowledge the 50th year of “the American sports car,” as the Corvette is known to enthusiasts. “It’s an appreciation piece for this car and the spirit of it,” Klein said. In addition to Miller, Klein interviewed NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., who also has an affinity for Corvettes and has raced them. To be on the same program with the famous racer honors Miller. “I am so proud to be on a show with him,” Miller said. He and Earnhardt will be seen on the show talking about what the Corvette means to them personally.
Asked by the producer to describe the Corvette’s mystique, Miller said that he first noticed the 1956 and 1957 Corvettes for their beauty, power and the unique fiberglass bodies. “The American sports car had to be a little above the standard car,” he said. “It was always leading the way – it still is.”
Ira Raider and Shapoor Poursh of Raider Productions (Philadelphia) videotaped Miller driving his 1953 Corvette with the convertible top down, which he hasn’t done in years. His car is number 181 of the 300 that were produced in 1953, and it is completely original. The Corvette has only 9,214 original miles, the lowest-mileage ’53 known to be in existence, and has never needed to be restored.
“I was elated,” Miller said of being featured on the show. “I was really honored to be one of the two people chosen to represent the Corvette. Being a Corvette hobbyist for 35 years now, it’s very rewarding to be included in the celebration – this significant birthday of the Corvette.”
Having been featured on numerous television programs as well as magazine and newspaper articles, Miller said he appreciates the different interview techniques that are used and enjoys answering on camera without prior knowledge of the questions. “It’s always a treat to meet new people and see how they set up and portray you,” he said. “It really was fun. … I felt good about everything I said.”
This year’s Corvettes at Carlisle takes place Aug. 22-24, 2003, at the Carlisle (Pa.) Fairgrounds. Visit www.carsatcarlisle.com or call (717) 243-7855 for more information. For more on the Corvette and its 50-year history, check out the Corvette time line on the Web site.
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracted more than 518,000 people to the 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., in 2002. Included in the annual schedule are two automotive swap meets and eight individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows have attracted automotive enthusiasts from around the world. Visit www.carsatcarlisle.com for more information.
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Students’ Restoration of ’67 Pontiac GTO Continues
Students’ Restoration of ’67 Pontiac GTO Continues
Students visit Spring Carlisle, All-GM Nationals with car
CARLISLE, PA – Since the last update, students at Dauphin County Technical School in Harrisburg, Pa., have made great headway in their restoration work on the 1967 Pontiac GTO project car. They’ve done so much to the car that they showed it off at the Carlisle (Pa.) Fairgrounds during the 27th annual Spring Carlisle (April 23-27). And that was such a success that the car will also be on display at the Carlisle All-GM Nationals, June 13-15.
The visit of the GTO and four of the six students who are working on it delighted many classic car enthusiasts at Spring Carlisle. Show patrons appreciated the project car, being completely restored by the students and sponsored by Carlisle Events and Ames Performance, which was displayed near the stage.
There was a steady stream of interest in the car, and many collectors discussed it with the students, some reminiscing about their own similar cars, others hoping to be able to purchase the GTO when it’s completed. Many of those who stopped to look at the car said they’d been reading about the project in magazines or online.
Students Andrew Sprucebank, Scott Dodge, Kelsey Thomas and Tom Cleary, all sophomores, were able to attend Spring Carlisle to show off their work, along with shop teacher Joe Macchioni. Nick Fachler, sophomore, and Jeremy Weyant, a junior, were unable to attend the event, but have done their share of work on the car. The six students usually work on the car between two and three hours each school day.
Once the students are finished with it, the car should be quite the collectible. The 1967 Pontiac GTO packs a 400-cubic-inch high-output engine with a four-speed transmission and high-performance options, making it a real collector car.
Some of the recent work completed on the car includes installing the rear taillight panel and front fenders, as well as the windshield and the dash. The pieces around the windows have been bent and the windows are ready to go in.
“Basically the car’s about all roughed out,” says Macchioni at Spring Carlisle. “We just have to finish it up. We’ve got about another month and a half (before the Carlisle All-GM Nationals). For the GM Nationals, the motor compartment will be done so the motor can be set in it.”
The one part of the car that the students are not working on themselves is the engine. Denny Knaub’s UCF Machine Shop in Carlisle, Pa., has completed rebuilding the GTO’s original high-performance engine. Now the engine is just waiting to be placed back into its home.
After this school year, the same six students will return to the auto shop in the fall, then as juniors and a senior, to finish the restoration. “Hopefully by the end of this school year, all the sheet metal work will be done, and it’ll just be a matter of testing it up, finishing the filler work and getting it ready to spray it,” Macchioni said.
Some of the most challenging work that the students have yet to do will be working around the rear window and installing the package tray in the trunk. However, other difficult items during the restoration have gone more smoothly than expected. “They thought the bottom of the windshield would be hard, and that went right in for them,” Macchioni said. “So they were pleased with the way that went together.”
At Spring Carlisle, Carlisle Events purchased a sand blast cabinet (approximate value $900) from TIP Tools of Canfield, Ohio, for Dauphin County Technical School’s auto shop.
“This is great,” Macchioni said of the gift. “It’s going to help with this project and with future projects.”
The project car was donated by the Carlisle Automotive Classrooms Foundation (CACF). CACF is a nonprofit organization founded by Carlisle Events in 2001 to help high school students get hands-on experience restoring classic vehicles. This year’s project car is co-sponsored by Steve Ames of Ames Performance, Marlborough, N.H.
The projected completion and sale of the GTO is Fall Carlisle (Oct. 1-5). To have the car done to a quality the students can take pride in, they may continue working on the car after Fall Carlisle if necessary.
Money from the sale will go directly into the Carlisle Automotive Classrooms Foundation so that other students may continue to benefit from hands-on car restoration. The foundation will also donate some of the proceeds to Dauphin County Tech. in the form of new equipment for the school’s auto shop.
Keep up with the students’ progress on Carlisle Events’ and Ames Performance’s Web sites, www.carsatcarlisle.com and www.amesperf.com. Visit the sites often to see how the work is coming along.
As Steve Ames, member of the Automotive Restoration Market Organization, says, “Remember, the youth of today are the future of the hobby – ‘Take a kid to a car show.’”
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracted more than 518,000 people to the 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., in 2002. Included in the annual schedule are two automotive swap meets and eight individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows have attracted automotive enthusiasts from around the world. See www.carsatcarlisle.com for information.
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Students visit Spring Carlisle, All-GM Nationals with car
CARLISLE, PA – Since the last update, students at Dauphin County Technical School in Harrisburg, Pa., have made great headway in their restoration work on the 1967 Pontiac GTO project car. They’ve done so much to the car that they showed it off at the Carlisle (Pa.) Fairgrounds during the 27th annual Spring Carlisle (April 23-27). And that was such a success that the car will also be on display at the Carlisle All-GM Nationals, June 13-15.
The visit of the GTO and four of the six students who are working on it delighted many classic car enthusiasts at Spring Carlisle. Show patrons appreciated the project car, being completely restored by the students and sponsored by Carlisle Events and Ames Performance, which was displayed near the stage.
There was a steady stream of interest in the car, and many collectors discussed it with the students, some reminiscing about their own similar cars, others hoping to be able to purchase the GTO when it’s completed. Many of those who stopped to look at the car said they’d been reading about the project in magazines or online.
Students Andrew Sprucebank, Scott Dodge, Kelsey Thomas and Tom Cleary, all sophomores, were able to attend Spring Carlisle to show off their work, along with shop teacher Joe Macchioni. Nick Fachler, sophomore, and Jeremy Weyant, a junior, were unable to attend the event, but have done their share of work on the car. The six students usually work on the car between two and three hours each school day.
Once the students are finished with it, the car should be quite the collectible. The 1967 Pontiac GTO packs a 400-cubic-inch high-output engine with a four-speed transmission and high-performance options, making it a real collector car.
Some of the recent work completed on the car includes installing the rear taillight panel and front fenders, as well as the windshield and the dash. The pieces around the windows have been bent and the windows are ready to go in.
“Basically the car’s about all roughed out,” says Macchioni at Spring Carlisle. “We just have to finish it up. We’ve got about another month and a half (before the Carlisle All-GM Nationals). For the GM Nationals, the motor compartment will be done so the motor can be set in it.”
The one part of the car that the students are not working on themselves is the engine. Denny Knaub’s UCF Machine Shop in Carlisle, Pa., has completed rebuilding the GTO’s original high-performance engine. Now the engine is just waiting to be placed back into its home.
After this school year, the same six students will return to the auto shop in the fall, then as juniors and a senior, to finish the restoration. “Hopefully by the end of this school year, all the sheet metal work will be done, and it’ll just be a matter of testing it up, finishing the filler work and getting it ready to spray it,” Macchioni said.
Some of the most challenging work that the students have yet to do will be working around the rear window and installing the package tray in the trunk. However, other difficult items during the restoration have gone more smoothly than expected. “They thought the bottom of the windshield would be hard, and that went right in for them,” Macchioni said. “So they were pleased with the way that went together.”
At Spring Carlisle, Carlisle Events purchased a sand blast cabinet (approximate value $900) from TIP Tools of Canfield, Ohio, for Dauphin County Technical School’s auto shop.
“This is great,” Macchioni said of the gift. “It’s going to help with this project and with future projects.”
The project car was donated by the Carlisle Automotive Classrooms Foundation (CACF). CACF is a nonprofit organization founded by Carlisle Events in 2001 to help high school students get hands-on experience restoring classic vehicles. This year’s project car is co-sponsored by Steve Ames of Ames Performance, Marlborough, N.H.
The projected completion and sale of the GTO is Fall Carlisle (Oct. 1-5). To have the car done to a quality the students can take pride in, they may continue working on the car after Fall Carlisle if necessary.
Money from the sale will go directly into the Carlisle Automotive Classrooms Foundation so that other students may continue to benefit from hands-on car restoration. The foundation will also donate some of the proceeds to Dauphin County Tech. in the form of new equipment for the school’s auto shop.
Keep up with the students’ progress on Carlisle Events’ and Ames Performance’s Web sites, www.carsatcarlisle.com and www.amesperf.com. Visit the sites often to see how the work is coming along.
As Steve Ames, member of the Automotive Restoration Market Organization, says, “Remember, the youth of today are the future of the hobby – ‘Take a kid to a car show.’”
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracted more than 518,000 people to the 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., in 2002. Included in the annual schedule are two automotive swap meets and eight individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows have attracted automotive enthusiasts from around the world. See www.carsatcarlisle.com for information.
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Local youth designs graphics for D.A.R.E. vehicle
Local youth designs graphics for D.A.R.E. vehicle
Ford Focus to be modified into custom D.A.R.E. car at Carlisle Custom Compact Nationals
CARLISLE, PA – Local teen Derek Robinson is doing his part to keep kids off drugs by donating his services to help transform an ordinary Ford Focus into a customized D.A.R.E. car for the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office. Robinson’s company Creative Graphix is one of many businesses, local and national, that will help Carlisle Events modify the Focus at the Carlisle Custom Compact Nationals, May 2-4, 2003.
Robinson, a Boiling Springs freshman, runs Creative Graphix with co-owner Tim Hensley. Creative Graphix is located inside Sound Innovations, an automotive aftermarket accessories company owned by Derek’s father, Bill Robinson. The businesses can be found at 1412 Trindle Road in Carlisle. Bill, his wife Kim, and their son Derek all live in Carlisle.
Derek Robinson has plenty of ideas for what he’ll design for the Focus, but we’ll have to wait until he’s done to see what he decided on. He was thinking of a few “wild designs, a few more classy designs,” he said. “I have different ideas.” Robinson has a lot of creative freedom for the design, but he does have to include certain items on the Focus, such as the letters “D.A.R.E.” and the program’s mascot, Daren the lion.
At his business, Robinson is often given the opportunity to let his creative juices flow. “Some people come in with a specific idea,” he said, “and some let me use my creative freedom.” Robinson likes to design “pretty much anything,” he said, “wild designs on cars, Web sites, advertising.” Aside from the work at Custom Graphix, he does a lot of freelance work on his own.
“A lot of free time” was the reason Robinson gave for why he decided to start doing graphics. “I was into drawing a lot when I was younger, then I got into digital art, which led me here,” he said. He’s been designing graphics for about three years now.
As for why he’s donating his services for the D.A.R.E. car, Robinson thinks it’s for a good cause, and it will also help him out. “It’s another thing to put in my portfolio,” he said. However, he isn’t sure where he’s going to show off this portfolio. “I don’t really have any plans yet,” he said of his future. “Something to do with art or design, possibly design school.”
Although only 15 years old, Robinson already owns a 1998 Honda Civic that he’s put some vinyl graphics on, as well as lowered it and put on new wheels.
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracted more than 518,000 people to the 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., in 2002. Included in the annual schedule are two automotive swap meets and eight individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles, sport compacts and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows have attracted automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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Ford Focus to be modified into custom D.A.R.E. car at Carlisle Custom Compact Nationals
CARLISLE, PA – Local teen Derek Robinson is doing his part to keep kids off drugs by donating his services to help transform an ordinary Ford Focus into a customized D.A.R.E. car for the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office. Robinson’s company Creative Graphix is one of many businesses, local and national, that will help Carlisle Events modify the Focus at the Carlisle Custom Compact Nationals, May 2-4, 2003.
Robinson, a Boiling Springs freshman, runs Creative Graphix with co-owner Tim Hensley. Creative Graphix is located inside Sound Innovations, an automotive aftermarket accessories company owned by Derek’s father, Bill Robinson. The businesses can be found at 1412 Trindle Road in Carlisle. Bill, his wife Kim, and their son Derek all live in Carlisle.
Derek Robinson has plenty of ideas for what he’ll design for the Focus, but we’ll have to wait until he’s done to see what he decided on. He was thinking of a few “wild designs, a few more classy designs,” he said. “I have different ideas.” Robinson has a lot of creative freedom for the design, but he does have to include certain items on the Focus, such as the letters “D.A.R.E.” and the program’s mascot, Daren the lion.
At his business, Robinson is often given the opportunity to let his creative juices flow. “Some people come in with a specific idea,” he said, “and some let me use my creative freedom.” Robinson likes to design “pretty much anything,” he said, “wild designs on cars, Web sites, advertising.” Aside from the work at Custom Graphix, he does a lot of freelance work on his own.
“A lot of free time” was the reason Robinson gave for why he decided to start doing graphics. “I was into drawing a lot when I was younger, then I got into digital art, which led me here,” he said. He’s been designing graphics for about three years now.
As for why he’s donating his services for the D.A.R.E. car, Robinson thinks it’s for a good cause, and it will also help him out. “It’s another thing to put in my portfolio,” he said. However, he isn’t sure where he’s going to show off this portfolio. “I don’t really have any plans yet,” he said of his future. “Something to do with art or design, possibly design school.”
Although only 15 years old, Robinson already owns a 1998 Honda Civic that he’s put some vinyl graphics on, as well as lowered it and put on new wheels.
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracted more than 518,000 people to the 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., in 2002. Included in the annual schedule are two automotive swap meets and eight individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles, sport compacts and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows have attracted automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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Carlisle Events partners with Hershey-Capital Region Visitors Bureau
Carlisle Events partners with Hershey-Capital Region Visitors Bureau
MEDIA CONTACT (NOT FOR PUBLICATION): Becky Kunzman, (717)243-7855, ext. 116; beckyk@carsatcarlisle.com
Find Carlisle hotel/motel accommodations, local attractions
CARLISLE, PA – Carlisle Events has teamed up with the Hershey-Capital Region Visitors Bureau (HCRVB) to offer guests to the Carlisle, Pa., automotive events quick and easy access to local hotel or motel reservations, as well as information about the numerous other attractions in the area.
“We’re in the process of developing a closer working relationship with the Hershey-Capital Region Visitors Bureau,” said John Detrick, CEO of Carlisle Events. “One of the opportunities presented was to allow this bureau to become our exclusive reservation service.
“As a business, we bring in an enormous amount of visitors already,” he continued. “In referring our customers to the Hershey-Capital Region Visitors Bureau, we are giving them information to all that this region has to offer.”
The partnership will benefit both parties as well as guests to the Carlisle Fairgrounds.
“We are thrilled to be partnering with Carlisle Events. Each year their car shows bring thousands of visitors to our area, and the Visitors Bureau is the organization best equipped to service them,” Janis Schmees, president and CEO of HCRVB, said. “Our goal is to place the visitor in the type of lodging they request and as near to the fairgrounds as possible. We want to make sure that they stay in the Hershey-Capital Region and also provide them information about our area so they become familiar with all there is to see and do. If we do a good job, they’ll keep coming back.”
With the help of HCRVB, visitors to the Carlisle Fairgrounds for automotive events can find information on local bed and breakfasts, campsites, amusement parks, museums, restaurants, shopping centers, antique stores and all the other many attractions in central Pennsylvania. Historic Carlisle has much to offer visitors who attend the automotive events. Guests to the area don’t have to travel far to get quality family entertainment. Just a few of the nearby destination points are Hersheypark, the Gettysburg battlefields, Lancaster Amish country and Dutch Wonderland.
Those who plan on attending any of Carlisle’s automotive events should visit www.hersheycapitalregion.com or call 1(877) 231-ROOM (7666) for information on the region’s numerous attractions. To reserve a room, make sure you call plenty of time in advance to secure accommodations. Visit www.carsatcarlisle.com or call (717) 243-7855 for information on Carlisle Events.
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracted more than 518,000 people to the 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., in 2002. Included in the annual schedule are three automotive swap meets and eight individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles, sport compacts and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows have attracted automotive enthusiasts from around the world. Visit www.carsatcarlisle.com for more information.
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MEDIA CONTACT (NOT FOR PUBLICATION): Becky Kunzman, (717)243-7855, ext. 116; beckyk@carsatcarlisle.com
Find Carlisle hotel/motel accommodations, local attractions
CARLISLE, PA – Carlisle Events has teamed up with the Hershey-Capital Region Visitors Bureau (HCRVB) to offer guests to the Carlisle, Pa., automotive events quick and easy access to local hotel or motel reservations, as well as information about the numerous other attractions in the area.
“We’re in the process of developing a closer working relationship with the Hershey-Capital Region Visitors Bureau,” said John Detrick, CEO of Carlisle Events. “One of the opportunities presented was to allow this bureau to become our exclusive reservation service.
“As a business, we bring in an enormous amount of visitors already,” he continued. “In referring our customers to the Hershey-Capital Region Visitors Bureau, we are giving them information to all that this region has to offer.”
The partnership will benefit both parties as well as guests to the Carlisle Fairgrounds.
“We are thrilled to be partnering with Carlisle Events. Each year their car shows bring thousands of visitors to our area, and the Visitors Bureau is the organization best equipped to service them,” Janis Schmees, president and CEO of HCRVB, said. “Our goal is to place the visitor in the type of lodging they request and as near to the fairgrounds as possible. We want to make sure that they stay in the Hershey-Capital Region and also provide them information about our area so they become familiar with all there is to see and do. If we do a good job, they’ll keep coming back.”
With the help of HCRVB, visitors to the Carlisle Fairgrounds for automotive events can find information on local bed and breakfasts, campsites, amusement parks, museums, restaurants, shopping centers, antique stores and all the other many attractions in central Pennsylvania. Historic Carlisle has much to offer visitors who attend the automotive events. Guests to the area don’t have to travel far to get quality family entertainment. Just a few of the nearby destination points are Hersheypark, the Gettysburg battlefields, Lancaster Amish country and Dutch Wonderland.
Those who plan on attending any of Carlisle’s automotive events should visit www.hersheycapitalregion.com or call 1(877) 231-ROOM (7666) for information on the region’s numerous attractions. To reserve a room, make sure you call plenty of time in advance to secure accommodations. Visit www.carsatcarlisle.com or call (717) 243-7855 for information on Carlisle Events.
Carlisle Events, host of 10 collector car, truck and motorcycle events each year, attracted more than 518,000 people to the 82-acre fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pa., in 2002. Included in the annual schedule are three automotive swap meets and eight individual specialty shows featuring Corvettes, Fords, GMs, Chryslers, trucks, motorcycles, sport compacts and imports. Founded in 1974 by friends Bill Miller and Chip Miller, the “Cars at Carlisle” shows have attracted automotive enthusiasts from around the world. Visit www.carsatcarlisle.com for more information.
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ATTENTION ALL MEDIA: Media Golf Cart Policy
ATTENTION ALL MEDIA: Media Golf Cart Policy
MEDIA CONTACT (NOT FOR PUBLICATION): Becky Kunzman, (717)243-7855, ext. 116; beckyk@carsatcarlisle.com
Effective this show season, Carlisle Events is eliminating the use and rental of golf carts for use by all show patrons. Only physically disabled guests will be able to rent or use their own three-wheeled scooters.
As a result, we want to notify you of our limited capability to provide golf carts for use by credentialed working media when the request is made the day of the show.
We strongly encourage each media outlet to make arrangements in advance so that we may provide you the best opportunity to cover our show in a manner that is convenient and meets your requirements.
Requests for golf cart use made during the day of the show will be granted as carts are available and with consideration given to the media outlet and the requirements needed.
MEDIA CONTACT (NOT FOR PUBLICATION): Becky Kunzman, (717)243-7855, ext. 116; beckyk@carsatcarlisle.com
Effective this show season, Carlisle Events is eliminating the use and rental of golf carts for use by all show patrons. Only physically disabled guests will be able to rent or use their own three-wheeled scooters.
As a result, we want to notify you of our limited capability to provide golf carts for use by credentialed working media when the request is made the day of the show.
We strongly encourage each media outlet to make arrangements in advance so that we may provide you the best opportunity to cover our show in a manner that is convenient and meets your requirements.
Requests for golf cart use made during the day of the show will be granted as carts are available and with consideration given to the media outlet and the requirements needed.
ATTENTION ALL MEDIA: Press Pass Procedure for 2003 Season
ATTENTION ALL MEDIA: Press Pass Procedure for 2003 Season
MEDIA CONTACT (NOT FOR PUBLICATION): Becky Kunzman, (717)243-7855, ext. 116; beckyk@carsatcarlisle.com
CARLISLE, PA – We have initiated a new Media Credential System for the 2003 season. We are issuing separate media passes and parking stickers for each show. These credentials differ in color and appearance from last year’s passes. We will have new passes for each show every year.
A white lanyard is included with the press pass. This must be worn around your neck with the press credential attached at all times that you are acting as media on the Fairgrounds.
In order to gain entry to a show, all media must receive credentials in advance and MUST sign in at the Vendor Services Office (white trailer) outside Gate 3. After presenting your credentials and signing in, you will receive a press kit with detailed information about the event.
When you sign in at the event, you will also receive a parking pass to park on grounds in the media parking area. This sticker needs to be applied to your vehicle’s windshield and is good for that weekend only. Ask the staff at Vendor Services if you need directions to the media parking area.
If you need assistance or would like us to show you around the Fairgrounds, please ask any staff member to page Becky Kunzman, Mike Dieffenbach, Bob Hall or Chris Edwards. Also, please call ahead if you have specific coverage needs so that we can make the necessary arrangements to assist you.
Please call us any time before, during or after the show with any questions or concerns.
Thank you for your cooperation.
MEDIA CONTACT (NOT FOR PUBLICATION): Becky Kunzman, (717)243-7855, ext. 116; beckyk@carsatcarlisle.com
CARLISLE, PA – We have initiated a new Media Credential System for the 2003 season. We are issuing separate media passes and parking stickers for each show. These credentials differ in color and appearance from last year’s passes. We will have new passes for each show every year.
A white lanyard is included with the press pass. This must be worn around your neck with the press credential attached at all times that you are acting as media on the Fairgrounds.
In order to gain entry to a show, all media must receive credentials in advance and MUST sign in at the Vendor Services Office (white trailer) outside Gate 3. After presenting your credentials and signing in, you will receive a press kit with detailed information about the event.
When you sign in at the event, you will also receive a parking pass to park on grounds in the media parking area. This sticker needs to be applied to your vehicle’s windshield and is good for that weekend only. Ask the staff at Vendor Services if you need directions to the media parking area.
If you need assistance or would like us to show you around the Fairgrounds, please ask any staff member to page Becky Kunzman, Mike Dieffenbach, Bob Hall or Chris Edwards. Also, please call ahead if you have specific coverage needs so that we can make the necessary arrangements to assist you.
Please call us any time before, during or after the show with any questions or concerns.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Economic Impact of Carlisle Car Shows
Economic Impact of Carlisle Car Shows
CARLISLE, PA – What effect do the more than 520,000 visitors to the 10 annual Carlisle Events’ 2002 automotive events have on the area? What does the company’s national prominence mean for local businesses and organizations?
In a meeting with the Carlisle Chamber of Commerce Carlisle Events’ CEO John Detrick and Events Director Lisa Leathery explained the history, facility, events and activities held on the 82-acre Carlisle Fairgrounds. They then discussed the economic impact the car shows have on the local community.
Vendors and guests utilize the fairgrounds for a total of 42 days of the year including set up and show days. This brings about 500,000 people to the area throughout the year who spend money not only at the car show, but also at local businesses. Detrick explained that the average expenditure per person per day is about $114, which only includes baseline, or maintenance expenditures. This brings a total of $97,293,694 into the Carlisle area each year.
According to research conducted by Carlisle Events, local convenience stores, restaurants and hotels each have a nearly 35 percent increase in business during car show weekends. Furthermore, the Pennsylvania Turnpike sees 5,000 to 8,000 more tolls during car shows than during regular weekends.
Other direct investments to the community is in the form of part-time employment at the fairgrounds, special police, amusement taxes and real estate taxes. Carlisle Events also supports numerous charities and local organizations, including the American Cancer Society, the United Way, the Carlisle YMCA, the Salvation Army, Carlisle Police’s D.A.R.E. program and the Boy Scouts of America
Detrick cited that four organizations that raise money by parking cars during Carlisle events earn more than $258,000 a year. He also noted many more organizations raise revenue by parking or vending directly outside the fairground gates.
Senator Punt opened his remarks by stating that the chamber “serves as the eyes and ears of the business community, and Carlisle has done an outstanding job for the community.” He said the impact of the Carlisle car shows can be seen in the fact that hotels are booked at least 40 miles around during the larger shows. Punt spoke of the vision of Chip Miller and Bill Miller, founders of Carlisle Events, and how it has grown in the past 30 years. “The impact is not only in Carlisle,” he said.
The economic impact of the events on the community is “a good one,” he said, “a positive one, a clean one.” He went on to describe how important tourism is to the economic development of the state of Pennsylvania and that Carlisle Events adds to regional tourism including Hershey, Gettysburg and Harrisburg.
Fritz Smith added that “events like these (car shows) help us get market share. I wish we had more of these.” He said the impact of tourism in the state is “phenomenal,” and that this region, named the “Hershey-Dutch-Gettysburg” region, is the most heavily visited for leisure and business.
Established in 1974, Carlisle’s famed automotive events and world-famous swap meets are among the largest of their kind in the world. In the past two years, nationally televised shows airing on the History Channel, Home & Garden Television, the Speed Channel, TNN, ESPN and ESPN2 have featured attractions or events from the fairgrounds, bringing national attention to Carlisle.
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CARLISLE, PA – What effect do the more than 520,000 visitors to the 10 annual Carlisle Events’ 2002 automotive events have on the area? What does the company’s national prominence mean for local businesses and organizations?
In a meeting with the Carlisle Chamber of Commerce Carlisle Events’ CEO John Detrick and Events Director Lisa Leathery explained the history, facility, events and activities held on the 82-acre Carlisle Fairgrounds. They then discussed the economic impact the car shows have on the local community.
Vendors and guests utilize the fairgrounds for a total of 42 days of the year including set up and show days. This brings about 500,000 people to the area throughout the year who spend money not only at the car show, but also at local businesses. Detrick explained that the average expenditure per person per day is about $114, which only includes baseline, or maintenance expenditures. This brings a total of $97,293,694 into the Carlisle area each year.
According to research conducted by Carlisle Events, local convenience stores, restaurants and hotels each have a nearly 35 percent increase in business during car show weekends. Furthermore, the Pennsylvania Turnpike sees 5,000 to 8,000 more tolls during car shows than during regular weekends.
Other direct investments to the community is in the form of part-time employment at the fairgrounds, special police, amusement taxes and real estate taxes. Carlisle Events also supports numerous charities and local organizations, including the American Cancer Society, the United Way, the Carlisle YMCA, the Salvation Army, Carlisle Police’s D.A.R.E. program and the Boy Scouts of America
Detrick cited that four organizations that raise money by parking cars during Carlisle events earn more than $258,000 a year. He also noted many more organizations raise revenue by parking or vending directly outside the fairground gates.
Senator Punt opened his remarks by stating that the chamber “serves as the eyes and ears of the business community, and Carlisle has done an outstanding job for the community.” He said the impact of the Carlisle car shows can be seen in the fact that hotels are booked at least 40 miles around during the larger shows. Punt spoke of the vision of Chip Miller and Bill Miller, founders of Carlisle Events, and how it has grown in the past 30 years. “The impact is not only in Carlisle,” he said.
The economic impact of the events on the community is “a good one,” he said, “a positive one, a clean one.” He went on to describe how important tourism is to the economic development of the state of Pennsylvania and that Carlisle Events adds to regional tourism including Hershey, Gettysburg and Harrisburg.
Fritz Smith added that “events like these (car shows) help us get market share. I wish we had more of these.” He said the impact of tourism in the state is “phenomenal,” and that this region, named the “Hershey-Dutch-Gettysburg” region, is the most heavily visited for leisure and business.
Established in 1974, Carlisle’s famed automotive events and world-famous swap meets are among the largest of their kind in the world. In the past two years, nationally televised shows airing on the History Channel, Home & Garden Television, the Speed Channel, TNN, ESPN and ESPN2 have featured attractions or events from the fairgrounds, bringing national attention to Carlisle.
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