With 1,148 show cars and trucks on the National Parts Depot Showfield at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds June 24-25, the 2022 iteration of the Carlisle GM Nationals became one the top 5 GM Nationals Showfield offerings of all time dating back to the show’s inception in 2001.  In fact, the total ranks this one #4!  With special displays, parts vendors, seminars, activities, and more, there was something for everyone.  Whether the biggest draw was the Featured Display cars or those who were part of the general display is debatable, what’s undeniable is the fun and excitement that everyone had while at the event.

Gates opened at 7 a.m. each day and one of THE first things guests did was visit the automotive flea market and the midway.  After all, the early bird gets the worm, or parts in this case, at Carlisle.  From there, it was a pass-through Buildings T and Y, the two Featured Display buildings.  Along the way, showgoers experienced a vast mix of rare and unique builds in the Solid Lifter Show Room, 40 Years of the 3^rd Gens, 60 Years of the Nova and Chevy II, and more.  Trucks even shared a piece of the spotlight as 40 Years of the S10 were also recognized.  In addition, two “shows within the show” brought Novas and Corvettes to Carlisle as part of the Nova Nationals and Corvettes for Chip respectively.

Displays also welcomed special guests in some cases.  For the 3^rd Gens, ambassadors Phil Borris, Gale Mains, and Dan Edwards held court, not only with their special display cars, but general knowledge on the car and seminars too.  Borris’ 3^rd Gen stood front and center on a retro Chevrolet display as it was the LAST 3^rd Gen to ever roll off the assembly line at the Norwood plant.  Other stars of the display included Kyle Tucker of Detroit Speed fame’s DSE-Z Camaro, a few Players Camaros from Canada, Firehawks, and GM’s 1991 SEMA show car built by head of GM Specialty Vehicles Group Jon Moss.  This car is special because it’s the only non-Corvette to be factory equipped with an LT5 dual overhead cam ZR-1 engine. 

As is the case at Carlisle, these cars don’t just show, they go and make the kind of noise that everyone wants to hear.  UMI Performance had their cars on the track offering autocross rides, the Cumberland Valley Corvette Club supported open autocross runs and the real street shootout, plus there was a rolling exhaust contest, and all new, rolling exhaust and burnouts presented by Atturo Tires.  The 3^rd Gens also paraded around the grounds, including some from the Building T display, much to the delight of everyone at Carlisle.

From awards to seminars, charity elements, competitions and cool cars and trucks, the 2022 Carlisle GM Nationals had it all!  Save the date because the 2023 Carlisle GM Nationals returns to the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds June 23-24.  Planned special display themes include the 40th Anniversary of the Pontiac Fiero, Buick Regal 50th Anniversary, 4th Gen Camaro and Firebird 30th Anniversary celebration, 120 Years of the Buick Motor Company, and a Malaise Era Display.  For details on this event or to check out the winner’s list and photos visit CarlisleEvents.com.

The Carlisle GM Nationals return to the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds next week (June 24-25) and with it, not only ushers in the summer season, but also continues Carlisle’s Summer of Muscle.  For this year’s event, over 1,000 show cars will adorn the National Parts Depot Showfield and along the way, some of the rarest and most unique 3^rd Gen Camaros and Firebirds known to exist.

There are many great anniversary displays planned for this year’s event, but one that is drawing extra attention is the 40 Years of the 3^rd Gen showcase in Building T.  There are some cars in this display that will turn heads and there are others that will be jaw dropping.  As part of the 3^rd Gen showcase, the Carlisle GM Nationals is happy to welcome the LAST Camaro to ever roll off the Norwood assembly line.  In addition, there will be Players Camaros and Firehawks.  There’s also a 1991 SEMA show car coming to Carlisle that was built by John Moss, head of the GM Specialty Vehicles Group.  What makes the Moss car special is that it’s the ONLY GM commissioned (non-Corvette) vehicle with an LT5 Dual Overhead Cam ZR-1 engine. 

Joining these cars will be Kyle Tucker of Detroit Speed.  Tucker is bringing their famed DSE-Z Camaro build.  In addition, YouTuber Stan Kennedy (Fireball Mullet) will be generating some content, while also showcasing his modified IROC-Z, and finally, don’t miss a slew of stock and modified Camaros and Firebirds too.  Some of the options on these cars no doubt makes them some of the only of their kind.

This display will draw folks to Building T, but it will also send 3^rd Gen enthusiasts looking for parts for their at home or in the shop projects.  In addition to the display, there will be a nice mix of vendors in the automotive flea market in J-Row, just east of Building T.  These vendors will have 3^rd Gen specific parts and include Camaro Central, Detroit Speed, and Hawks Motorsports.  Finally, there will be a number of 3^rd Gen specific seminars taking place in a tent just outside Building T including some very special ones with on-site 3^rd Gen ambassadors Phil Borris, Gale Mains, and Dan Edwards.

Gates open at 7 a.m. daily for spectators and participants alike.  For anyone who hasn’t pre-registered for the NPD Showfield, in person registration also opens at 7 a.m.  There are judged and non-judged options for showing a car, while spectators can pick up discounted admission tickets online in advance or with a valid military ID (ID holder only) at the gate.  Call 717-243-7855 today with any questions or visit CarlisleEvents.com to learn more about the event and to view/review the 2022 Carlisle GM Nationals event guide.

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The Carlisle Chrysler Nationals launched in 1991 and every year since, has grown to become the biggest and best all-Mopar show in the world.  Guests come from far and wide to show their cars, look at the cars, shop the automotive flea market, and/or to meet the special guests that appear annually.  For 2022, one such guest will be appearing all weekend, with an added bonus on Sunday. 

This year’s Chrysler Nationals is July 15-17 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds and welcomes TV host and builder Cristy Lee.  While Cristy was last at Carlisle in 2020, she wanted to be sure to come back so that she and the fans who come to meet her have the best experience possible.

Cristy is a true gearhead and has been hosting automotive TV shows for over a decade including All-Girls Garage, Barrett-Jackson auctions and Garage Squad. She has also appeared in several Dodge TV commercials and even hosted Roadkill Nights powered by Dodge.

Born and raised in Daytona Beach, Florida, Cristy grew up in a garage as her dad was a mechanic and shop owner.  She was literally raised around cars and motorcycles.  In addition to loving cars, she’s an avid motorcyclist, too. Her father was a mechanic and shop owner, so she was literally raised around cars and motorcycles.  Growing up, she would help her dad in the garage with his projects and she spent time flipping the pages of his car magazines to further satisfy her taste for car knowledge. 

She’ll be at Carlisle all weekend, including Sunday where she will be part of the awards parade.  All award winners who participate in the parade will have a chance to have Cristy pose with them, making that moment truly award winning!

Gates open at 7 a.m. daily and kids 12 and under are admitted FREE.  Spectator admission tickets are just $15 at the door, or cheaper online in advance or in person with a valid military ID.  Finally, registration for the Showfield is available in person through the end of the event or online from now through event week.  Learn more about Cristy Lee and the Chrysler Nationals online at CarlisleEvents.com or by calling 717-243-7855.