The entire family will enjoy the largest and most thrilling all-Ford event in the world. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln fans will have a showcase of over 2,200 vehicles to check out on the National Parts Depot showfield. During this event, you will enjoy great indoor displays of concepts, customs and historically-significant
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As an automotive historian and researcher, I have many fond memories of my parents 1957 Ford Fairlane 500. Back in 1963, when I was only five years old, my mother took my two sisters and I to visit a Ford Dealership located on Gratiot Avenue in Detroit, Michigan. During that time, my mother was in the process of purchasing a brand new 1963 Ford Fairlane model.
On October 8th, 1890, Mr. Eddie Vernon Rickenbacker was born in Columbus, Ohio. During 1902, Mr. Rickenbacker’s father suddenly passed away forcing young Edward to withdraw from his elementary education and begin job searching. Although overwhelming, young Edward was very eager to learn and managed to find work in the automotive industry.
On November 8, 1922, Mr. McKinley W. Thompson was born in New York City, New York. Throughout Mr. Thompson’s younger years, he earned his education and graduated from Murray Hill High School. Later on as a college student, he studied advertising art and machine design. Soon, Mr. Thompson was one of the first African American to design automobiles, trucks, and tractors for major
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Mr. Howard Scott was a very talented artist and gained respect among many automotive illustrators. From the 1930-1950s, Mr. Howard Scott’s work was featured on many popular magazine covers and billboard advertisements throughout the world.
Mr. Scott was born in 1902 in Holyoke, Massachusetts. For many years even as a child, Mr. Scott always had a great passion
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By entering the 2013 Mustang Dream Giveaway your tax- deductible donation to WorldCause Foundation will fund grants that benefit veterans, health & humanitarian efforts like these:
DAV
DAV is dedicated to one single purpose: fulfilling our promises to the men and women who served. All DAV programs are provided free of charge to military, veterans and their families - empowering them to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity.
Carroll Shelby Foundation
The Carroll Shelby Foundation is dedicated to providing financial support for children and medical professionals to help overcome life-threatening health issues worldwide and promoting continuing educational development.
Paralyzed Veterans Outdoor Fund
The Paralyzed Veterans Outdoor Fund provides our
seriously injured heroes opportunities to enrich their lives through adaptive sports and outdoor recreational activities.
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Welcome to a true Mopar-lover’s paradise. There’s nothing quite like it anywhere in the world with over 2,100 vehicles from all eras of the Chrysler brand, classics, muscle cars, high-performance new models all converge on Carlisle for a one of a kind weekend. You need to be here for the enormous showfield that is organized by year, make and model, special indoor displays, activities for the kids, industry guests, special prizes and NHRA drag racing. Interested in parts buying? Look no further! You’ll be amazed at the size of the swap meet, the variety of vendors, the car corral, and the Manufacturers Midway. Whether you prefer the A, B or E body style – this show has it all! Registration is available online or by calling our office at (717) 243-7855. Please note: refunds will not be issued less than 19 days prior to the beginning of the event and winners' lists are subject to change.
New to this event is Early-Bird Thursday. By attending on Thursday, anyone interested in looking for a deal as part of the swap meet or car corral can get a jump on those who may not arrive until Friday or later. Admission costs apply for Thursday, however; there is no charge for parking in Carlisle owned and operated lots.
Online showfield registration is available for the 2013 event. If you'd prefer, registration is also available by calling our office at (717) 243-7855. Please note: refunds will not be issued less than 19 days prior to the beginning of the event and winners' lists are subject to change.
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On December 20, 1868, Mr. Harvey S. Firestone was born within the family farm home of Benjamin and Catherine Firestone located in Columbiana, Ohio. Throughout the years of young adulthood, Harvey made rubber tires for carriages through the Columbus Buggy Company located in Columbus, Ohio. By 1890, Mr. Harvey Firestone started his own company and by 1895 he married former Idabelle Smith of Jackson, Michigan.
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In 1958, General Motors celebrated its 50th anniversary by offering the buying public its line of Golden Milestone automobiles. In the fall of 1957, the 1958 Cadillac models arrived on display in dealer showrooms across the country. The 1958 Cadillac models were a milestone masterpiece and a triumph in styling, luxury, and performance. The model offered a jeweled like grille
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The Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction will take place on January 13-20 at the WestWorld of Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Arizona. Hundreds of thousands of spectators and collectors are expected to attend the event and watch as over 1,000 classic, exotic, rare, celebrity and
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