Check out the best all-Mopar event around NASCAR star, new concepts at Carlisle All-Chrysler Nationals, July 9-11

So many special displays and guests are scheduled to visit the Carlisle All-Chrysler Nationals, July 9-11, at the Carlisle (Pa.) Fairgrounds that Mopar enthusiasts will need more than one day to experience it all. Bring the whole family, too, since there's something for everyone to see and do at the 14th annual Carlisle All-Chrysler Nationals.

CARLISLE, PA (PRWEB) March 15, 2004 --So many special displays and guests are scheduled to visit the Carlisle All-Chrysler Nationals, July 9-11, at the Carlisle (Pa.) Fairgrounds that Mopar enthusiasts will need more than one day to experience it all. Bring the whole family, too, since there's something for everyone to see and do at the 14th annual Carlisle All-Chrysler Nationals.

Buddy Baker, famous NASCAR racer and commentator, will be on grounds Saturday, July 10, to meet fans. Bakers original NASCAR No. 6 Dodge, on loan from the Darlington Raceway Museum, will be on display as well. Buddy will be available on Saturday for two one-hour autograph sessions. Baker spent 34 years in the Winston Cup circuit, and (as his nickname Leadfoot" suggests) is considered the fastest of all drivers.

The DaimlerChrysler Corporation will bring some hot new concept vehicles to the event as well. The Dodge Slingshot has a three-cylinder engine that produces 95 horsepower and can get 45 mpg. The Airflite sedan-coupe hybrid is based on a shortened version of the LX platform. The Dodge M80 pickup truck sports a 3.7-liter, 210-hp V-6 engine with four-wheel drive. Jeep's Wrangler Tabasco boasts a 5.2-liter V-8 engine with Mopar Power Tech performance upgrade and has a chili pepper theme.

Other significant cars that will be on display include Steven Julianos Dodge Diamante, newly restored to its original white pearl paint, and the 1964 Ghia Crown Imperial owned by Jan Witte, which was ordered for Jacqueline Kennedy and used at the White House prior to John F. Kennedy's assassination. Some very rare and special Dodge DeSotos will be displayed, including the 1958 Adventurer -- one of only five produced -- and a 1958 DeSoto pedal car.

Other special guests include Carl Cameron, who worked for the Chrysler Corporation in exterior design. Cameron helped design the 1966-1967 Charger, 1970 Challenger and 1968 Dart. Hell be at the event all weekend, signing autographs and presenting a question-and-answer seminar.

The Standard of Mopar Excellence (SME) competition features the highest-quality vehicles earning points based on their condition. The Mopar Survivors display shows some of the best examples of original, unrestored DaimlerChrysler vehicles in existence. New this year, a benefit auction with proceeds going to the Salvation Army will take place. Anyone who would like to donate items for the charity auction should call Cindi at (717) 243-7855, ext. 121.

On Sunday at 3 p.m., Carlisle Events will give away a 1964 Dodge 440 with only 10,103 original miles. No purchase is necessary, but you must be present to win.

Many other activities will keep your entire family busy all weekend. All weekend, attendees can test drive brand new DaimlerChrysler products, such as the Chrysler 300C, Dodge Durango and Chrysler Crossfire. Join in or watch the Friday night drags at South Mountain Dragway. Saturday night, the beauty contest and burnout demonstration will entertain attendees.

Informative seminars educate guests all three days. Check your vehicles horsepower with dyno testing. The Womens Oasis features free manicures and massages, as well as basket bingo, while Kids at Carlisle will delight the younger Chrysler fanatics. Sunday morning, the Salvation Army will conduct a non-denominational worship service.

The 2004 edition of the Carlisle All-Chrysler Nationals takes place July 9-11, 2004. Gates are open from 7 a.m. to dusk daily. Admission is $8 each day. Introduce kids to the automotive hobby -- children 12 and under are admitted free. Receive a free event magazine with admission. Show field participants may reserve on-grounds camping spaces by calling (717) 243-7855.

For the safety and enjoyment of all patrons, no golf carts are permitted on grounds. The Carlisle Fairgrounds is equipped with services to help our guests with disabilities enjoy their visit. Call (717) 243-7855 for information.

To learn more about the Carlisle All-Chrysler Nationals, or to register for the show field, visit www.carsatcarlisle.com/chrysler or call the Carlisle Events Info Line at (717) 243-7855. For lodging information, call the Hershey-Capital Region Visitors Bureau at 1(877) PA PULSE (727-8573). Carlisle Events welcomes returning sponsor Meguiar's, major supporter of all Carlisle automotive events.

Carlisle Events, host of 12 collector car, truck and motorcycle events a year, attracted more than half a million people to its events in 2003. Included in the annual schedule are two huge automotive swap meets 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 have attracted automotive enthusiasts from around the world.
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