Pre-register before June 4, 2012 to get your window sticker early and drive right in when you get to the gate!

• Gate-N-Go

NASCAR Legend and seven-time Winston Cup Champion Richard Petty will spend Sunday, July 8th at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds as part of the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals. Petty is presented by the Northeast Hemi Owners Association.

Due to the NASCAR race being in Daytona Beach, Florida on Saturday night of Chrysler weekend, Petty will appear on Sunday only and is scheduled for autographs between the hours of 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. An autograph and/or photo opportunity will be free with a paid admission, but due to the anticipated high demand for the session, a limited number of Petty autographs will be available. Carlisle Events and representatives from Petty’s camp will work closely to assure that as many people as possible can mingle with one of NASCAR’s most iconic figures.

Don't miss a chance to interact with a true legend of the sport!

• Richard Petty
• Petty's Garage
• Northeast Hemi Owners Association

Catherine Bach is famously known for her role on the long running CBS program the Dukes of Hazzard, due in part to her eye catching looks, country girl charm and name sake Daisy Duke Shorts. Bach, now 58, has appeared in multiple films and TV programs, beginning with 1974’s “The Midnight Man” alongside Hollywood icon Burt Lancaster. Other credits include “The Love Boat,” “Cannon Ball Run II,” “African Skies” and most recently “Chapman.” Bach has also lent her name to a clothing line, CB by Catherine Bach. Apparel available includes jeans, skirts, shirts and the famed Daisy Dukes.

Though her appearance schedule has yet to be finalized, Bach will be on-site all weekend meeting fans, snapping photos and signing autographs.

• Official Web Site

Ben Jones appeared in 142 episodes over the course of the run of Dukes as Cooter Davenport – Hazard County mechanic and friend of the Duke family. Jones' acting career has spanned five decades, but took a political detour following the end of his run on the “Dukes of Hazzard.” From 1989-1993 Jones served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia’s 4th District. During that time, Jones won re-election in 1990. Most recently, Jones appeared in an episode of the TV show “Surface.” Jones is also the founder of the original Duke Fest and is a musician, having appeared on the stage of the famed Grand Ole Opry.

Though his appearance schedule has yet to be finalized, Jones will be on-site all weekend meeting fans, snapping photos and signing autographs.

• Cooter's Place

We are excited to announce that autocross is coming to the Chrysler Nationals in 2012 via Hotchkis Performance. Did you ever think an old Mopar could possibly handle like a new car? To find out, strap yourself in to one of the vehicles modified with Hotchkis Sport Suspension components for a wild ride! There’s no fancy multilink rear or rack and pinion steering – just bolt on components using the stock mounting locations. Best of all you can have all of this fun at no additional charge? It’s all included with your event admission.

• Hotchkis

Check out a cool Mod Top display at this year’s event. Offered on 1969 and 1970 Plymouth and Dodge vehicles, you can see a great array of eye catching colors and take a trip down memory lane as 12-14 Mod Tops are expected in this special Building Y display. The display is open to any Mopar that was originally equipped with a Mod Top (top or interior). Space is still available in Building Y for your Mod Top. Be sure to submit an invitational form for consideration for this one of a kind display.

• Invitational Display Form

The ultimate Hemi is up for grabs at Chrysler in 2012. You could be going home with a 392” Stroker 5.7 Hemi engine; the perfect piece for your Mopar. At Carlisle in 2012, “WE ARE GIVING AWAY A HEMI!”

This engine will have a carburetor and will come with the MSD ignition controller for spark distribution. Just run fuel to the carburetor and power to the MSD box and GO! Simple enough right? By the way, expect something bigger and better than a standard 400 horse power motor.

A special thanks to Muscle Motors and Mopar Muscle Magazine with additional thanks to Manley, Comp Cams and Milodon.

Rules and a link to register are now available. Registration will also take place on site during the event. Please note, the engine pictured is NOT the actual giveaway engine, rather a photo for reference.

• Official Rules
• Register Now

Over 300 Mopars are available for sale in the Chrysler Nationals Car Corral where you can touch the car, meet with the seller, drive the vehicle and negotiate your own price. Services on the fairgrounds to aid in your transactions include notary services, financing, appraisals and insurance vendors.

If you want to sell a car in 2012, don’t miss this opportunity to put your vehicle in front of 44,000 Chrysler enthusiasts! For information or to purchase a car corral space, please contact us at 717-243-7855 or email info@carlisleevents.com.

Does your ride have what it takes to be selected as the Mopar Top Eliminator in 2012? If you answered yes, be sure to fill out an application (link below) so that Mopar can find you in July.

Each year the folks from Mopar select one car from the Chrysler Nationals to be placed on display at the annual SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Carlisle is one of only three Top Eliminator stops nationwide. Winners chosen are featured on Mopar Alley at the SEMA event. This could be you in 2012!

Register your car for Carlisle so that the folks from Mopar can find you! No registration means no consideration - so act now!

• Entry Form
• Judging Form

In 2012, we’re going to assemble a vintage NASCAR display. While we aren’t sure what all types of cars will be included just yet, it’s safe to say we’ll have a few Superbirds, which just might resemble something Richard Petty drove. After all, he is The King! Stay tuned for updates on this great feature and enjoy what will be a great NASCAR themed weekend, both at Carlisle and on your TV. If you’ve got a Mopar that you think belongs in the NASCAR display, contact event manager Ed Buczeskie at 717-243-7855 x131.

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

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

Building G always plays host to our “retro dealership” and we’re bringing this popular feature back once more. Turn your clocks back to 1972. Nixon was still President and gas was, at least as we look at it now, CHEAP! In addition, performance was still alive in the Mopar camp in ’72. They had everything from 340 small block engines to 440 big blocks. This, and so much more will be display as part of our annual and very popular “retro dealership.” Look for special displays throughout the dealership.

If you have an original or properly restored 1972 Mopar and would like to have it considered for the 1972 Retro Dealership, please complete and submit the Invitational Form.

• Download the Invitational Form

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

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

• Official Rules
• Register Now

Get exhausted with the A&A Auto Stores Installation Alley. Borla Exhaust System will be the featured products available for installation. Products available for late model vehicles and more. Make your reservation with A&A today, so you can get your exhaust or other upgrade done while you enjoy the event.

To schedule an appointment in advance, or to inquire about their vast inventory of products contact Lewis at A&A Auto Stores. 570-313-0325 or aaauto20@choiceonemail.com.

• A&A Auto Stores

The 2011 Barn Finds display was such a huge hit that we have decided to make them a regular part of the show. If you have a car that’s solid but not nice enough to be considered a Survivor, why not do the mechanical repairs to make it safe and reliable? Once it’s roadworthy, drive it!! You can always restore it later but this way you can start having fun with it now. Call us at (717) 243-7855 or register online today!

Survivors are true time capsules and are the best way to see exactly how these vehicles were originally assembled on the line. They still have their original factory applied paint, interiors and drive trains; or at least a minimum of 85% of it. Thanks to Mel Major we were able to bring you over forty unique examples for each of the last several years. We're doing it again this year, so be sure to stop by the Mopar Survivors Display to take lots of reference photos for your restoration project, enhance your knowledge or just to admire these rare beauties.

If you have a Mopar that you feel might qualify as a Survivor please contact Mel directly at mkmajor@verizon.net for more information.

A common trait among the Mopar faithful is the do-it-yourself attitude. The Chrysler Nationals featured free seminars including information for both the seasoned veteran and rookie Mopar enthusiast. Previous topics have included performance, restoration and maintenance. Seminars were conducted by some of the biggest names in the business.

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

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

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

• Eddy Ray Magic
• Eddy Ray

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

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

• Carlisle Store

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

• Kids at Carlisle

The younger generation is the future of the Mopar hobby and we want to make sure they have a home at the All-Chrysler Nationals. If you haven’t checked out the Young Guns classes yet, you might be surprised to see that what they are doing isn’t a whole lot different than what we “old timers” are used to. Young Guns classes are open to licensed drivers, age 16-25.

• Pre-register and Save!

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

• Women's Oasis Details