June 5-7, 2015 Steve Saleen to attend All Ford Nationals, Carlisle, Pennsylvania

[travcar]

***** June 5-7, 2015 *****

All Ford Nationals, Carlisle, Pennsylvania

Steve Saleen Signature Event

The Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club is pleased to announce that, for the 3rd year in a row, it will host the appearance of Steve Saleen at the 2015 All Ford Nationals, Carlisle, Pennsylvania on June 5-7, 2015. The Ford GT (made for Ford by Saleen) is the featured car. Carlisle Events will try to have all Saleen produced vehicles park together so that all owners can have time to spend with Steve Saleen. Steve Saleen has given us a very early commitment to attend this event. Please watch soec.org for any updates.

MEET STEVE SALEEN OF SALEEN AUTOMOTIVE, INC.
Hall of Famer Returns to Carlisle During Ford Weekend

A very popular name within automotive circles is coming to Carlisle courtesy of the Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club (SOEC). Steve Saleen was born in California and attended USC, earning a degree in business. He parlayed his education into a booming career that saw him work with the Porsche Owners Club before becoming a competitive racer. In 1980, he entered the Formula Atlantic series and was third in the final series standings. After that, he advanced to the SCCA Trans-Am series in ’82, driving a Ford Mustang. From there, his passion for the Mustang grew immensely, culminating with the founding of Saleen Autosport in 1983 and subsequent building of the first Saleen Mustang.

In 1984, the car was completed, tested and raced against some of the world’s top cars, finishing first in its class at the Mosport 24 hour endurance race. Years later, Saleen formed a race team with comedian Tim Allen and driver Bob Bondurant. The three raced Saleen Mustangs in the SCAA World Challenge. Inducted into the Mustang Hall of Fame in 1996 along side Carroll Shelby, Saleen remains active today, primarily with his namesake company, Saleen Inc.

Saleen also had a hand in the early Ford GT cars. Don’t miss out as Saleen, for the first time in front of a large audience, tells his story and version of the GT. With Ford spinning the history of the GT in their words, Saleen wants to take this time to set the record straight in his words. Further, Saleen is working on a new Ford powered Supercar that just may debut at Carlisle in 2015. How cool would that be?

Don’t miss a chance to meet Saleen at Carlisle in 2015 as he shares stories of his involvement with the Ford GT as part of the special GT celebration. There will be autograph sessions, Q&A times and more.

[Greg Wackett]

Thanks Betsy for getting this confirmed so early for us.

[Specracer]

Wow super early, cool!

Small detail, yes saleen SSV did build some of the gt, but not all, the cars were shipped after SSV to fords wixom plant for final assembly.

[sidvicious]

Awesome, awesome. Did I say, "awesome"?

[travcar]

Saleen SSV did most of the Ford GT build. To satisfy union contracts, the GTs were sent to the Wixom Plant to have the driver's seat, fluids, and Ford final assembly tag installed. The extent of the Saleen assembly work is not well known. I was at SSV many times and saw the almost completed vehicles loaded for shipment to Ford. I have photos of the Ford GTs in the SSV plant.

The Ford requirement to have the GTs built within 75 miles of the Ford Wixom plant is why Saleen opened the Troy, Michigan SSV, Saleen Speciality Vehicles, facility.

As a Saleen owner, I want to help Saleen get recognition for their work on the Ford GT project. The Carlisle event should help us give Steve Saleen recognition for his extensive roll in the building of the Ford GTs.

[Specracer]

Agreed, saleen owner here, and a gt owner also, have toured SSV and wixom. I whole heartily agree SSV did a lot of the work, my point was that it was a team effort, the ford in house design team, SSV and uaw at wixom. With only 2 years of design, an amazing feat that the car ever happened.

[travcar]

Will you be able to take your Saleen and Ford GT to Carlisle? Our forums have limited exposure to GT owners. Maybe you can help us spread the word to Ford GT owners. SOEC will again host Steve Saleen's appearance.

I am currently at Saleen in Corona. Tell other GT owners about the Saleen Show this Saturday, September 20, 2014.

[Specracer]

I only have a one car trailer, so I have to choose which car to take to Carlisle, cant even take both Saleens. I have also sent you a PM.

[tfalk]

Last I heard, one of my neighbors will be bringing his GT next year. Be nice if we could get Carlisle to assign parking for the GT's near the Saleens... Maybe Steve could twist their arm?

[Werecow]

Originally Posted by travcar

Will you be able to take your Saleen and Ford GT to Carlisle? Our forums have limited exposure to GT owners. Maybe you can help us spread the word to Ford GT owners. SOEC will again host Steve Saleen's appearance.

I am currently at Saleen in Corona. Tell other GT owners about the Saleen Show this Saturday, September 20, 2014.

Say hi to my car, for me...

[travcar]

We have already talked to Carlisle events about parking for Saleens and Ford GTs.

Check the original post. "Carlisle Events will try to have all Saleen produced vehicles park together so that all owners can have time to spend with Steve Saleen."

[Saleen Forums Admin]

In 2009, an estimated 35 Ford GTs were shown in the Ford Nationals feature marque display.

(Photos from: GT Forums)

[Saleen Forums Admin]

View video and photos of the former SSV facility in Troy, MI.

http://saleenforums.soec.org/showthread.php?p=125666

[Saleen Forums Admin]

Event registration is open.

Show Classes:
378 - 1984-1993 Saleen Mustang
379 - 1994-2004 Saleen Mustang
380 - 2005-Present Saleen Mustang


Please remember to choose Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club as your club affiliation on your event registration.

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Gate-N-Go: Your Green Light to the Showfield

Register for the 2015 Carlisle Ford Nationals Showfield. Registration includes weekend admission for two people. To qualify for the 10% Gate-N-Go pre-registration discount and have your entry window sticker mailed to you, please pre-register prior to May 4th, 2015 at midnight EST. Discount will be applied at checkout. After registering, a receipt will be emailed to you - please bring this receipt to the event. If you belong to a club, enter the full club name. Please do not abbreviate the club name.

https://store.carlisleevents.com/

[sidvicious]

I'm registered. Staying at Hampton Inn. Got the holiday discount for the show. Still on until 12/31.

[jayr933]

Originally Posted by sidvicious

I'm registered. Staying at Hampton Inn. Got the holiday discount. Still on until 12/31.

Got any info on the hotel? I'm planning on going this year. Be a bit of a drive but looking forward to my first Carlisle experience

[sidvicious]

Originally Posted by jayr933

Got any info on the hotel? I'm planning on going this year. Be a bit of a drive but looking forward to my first Carlisle experience

Here you go. I've stayed there before. Nice hotel right off the PA Turnpike and close to the Fairgrounds.

http://hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hot...LHX/index.html

[jayr933]

Holiday discount?? Shows $199 per night for those dates in June...yuck. And I'm Canadian which makes it even more

[Saleen Forums Admin]

Originally Posted by jayr933

Holiday discount?? Shows $199 per night for those dates in June...yuck. And I'm Canadian which makes it even more

"Holiday Discount" is for Carlisle event pre-registration. This discount ends 12/31/2014.

[jayr933]

Ahhhh gotcha. Thanks for the info :)

[sidvicious]

Originally Posted by jayr933

Holiday discount?? Shows $199 per night for those dates in June...yuck. And I'm Canadian which makes it even more

Sorry, I meant holiday discount for the Carlisle Show registration, not the hotel. There are cheaper hotels in the area. Carlisle has a lot of hotels. Also lots of hotels near Harrisburg, just up Rte 81 from Carlisle.

[jayr933]

No problem. Been checking around and there appears to be lots of hotels to choose from. Looks like 3 of us driving down from here and hope to add more to the total.

[sidvicious]

Originally Posted by jayr933

No problem. Been checking around and there appears to be lots of hotels to choose from. Looks like 3 of us driving down from here and hope to add more to the total.

Cool. The more the merrier. You will love the Carlisle show.

[Saleen Forums Admin]

Carlisle Ford Nationals 2015

Ford GT celebration press release

http://saleenforums.soec.org/showthread.php?t=18635

[2007S281#354]

pre registered for the Ford Nationals at Carlisle using the "gate n go" promo. $50.50 for all 4 days. Secured a hotel that was a bit pricey about 3 miles from the fairgrounds. Anybody from NW PA going (Erie, Warren, Meadville)? First time for the Saleen at the Nationals. How many Saleens are normally there? Pray for no rain and that Steve S. can make it in .....looking forward to the opportunity to chat with other owners

[guswilson]

All registered and booked for my first Carlisle event. Can't wait to get there. Hope to meet Steve ,definitely will be the highlight of my trip.

[Dave]

Originally Posted by 2007S281#354

First time for the Saleen at the Nationals. How many Saleens are normally there? Pray for no rain and that Steve S. can make it in .....looking forward to the opportunity to chat with other owners

Should be 100.

[guswilson]

Originally Posted by Dave

Should be 100.

Sounds Great. 2 from Nova Scotia for sure

[00CobraR]

I'll be taking my R model- it was sold new in York, PA, so it'll be an interesting homecoming for it. My father is bringing his heritage GT and matching heritage Extreme 550- hopefully Steve will grace us with a picture and autograph!

[my1stang]

Originally Posted by Saleen Forums Admin

Event registration is open.

Show Classes:
378 - 1984-1993 Saleen Mustang
379 - 1994-2004 Saleen Mustang
380 - 2005-Present Saleen Mustang

What if I arrived in a 4x4 Saleen?

[Greg Wackett]

We will make room for you.

[my1stang]

Cool, I want to finally make it this year. 1000 miles is a lot but I'd love to see Steve and everyone again.

[Aussie-Parnelli]

2 from Australia, Brenda and I will attending the show, looking forward to catching up with everyone.

This will be my 14th Carlisle All ford Show must be some sort of record for an Aussie

Tony

[sidvicious]

I know the money is tight, but I'm hoping Saleen brings a 2015 Black Label to Carlisle this year.

[travcar]

***** June 5-7, 2015 *****
All Ford Nationals, Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Steve Saleen Signature Event

The Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club is pleased to announce that, for the 3rd year in a row, it will host the appearance of Steve Saleen at the 2015 All Ford Nationals, Carlisle, Pennsylvania on June 5-7, 2015. The Ford GT (made for Ford by Saleen) is the featured car. Carlisle Events will have all Saleen produced vehicles park together so that all owners can have time to spend with Steve Saleen. Last September 2014 Steve Saleen gave us a very early commitment to attend this event. This was reconfirmed in early April 2015.
http://carsatcarlisle.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/default.aspx

Saleen Registration
The Carlisle Showfield has Saleen Mustang classes 385, 386, 387, & 388. An all Saleen Powered Class # 389 for other Saleen powered vehicles has been added. (It is listed slightly out of order in the middle of the 390s on the Carlisle website.) Carlisle also has Black, Red, and Yellow Mustang registration. These separate Mustang groups will not be part of the Saleen display area.
All the Saleen classes will be parked near the Ford GT special feature car area to allow for Saleen owners to be near Steve Saleen's activities with the Ford GT group. This is the first time that all Saleen built vehicles will be displayed together. (This will not be in our usual area in the Mustang section.)

Friday Afternoon, June 5, 2015
On Friday afternoon, June 5, 2015, the Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club will host an exclusive Saleen and Ford GT owners autograph session with Steve Saleen. This exclusive Friday Saleen and Ford GT session is being offered to allow time for Steve Saleen to personally greet owners, sign Saleen memorabilia, and Saleen built vehicles (including Ford GTs). For Saleen and Ford GT owners who are unable to attend on Friday, time to sign vehicles will be offered on Saturday. Please try to attend on Friday to avoid the long lines on Saturday and assure that there is enough time to get your autographs and photos with Steve Saleen.

Friday Evening, June 5, 2015
Steve Saleen will attend the Carlisle Events Friday evening dinner for Ford GT owners. To avoid conflicts with Carlisle activities, the Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club will not be arranging a Friday dinner as has been done in the past. Saleen Owners can stay and hang out at the club tent Friday evening, but only owners who purchase a Ford GT package will be able to attend the Ford GT dinner and exclusive Ford GT activities. Those who want to stay and hang out at the club tent can eat at the food vendor area under the Grand Stands. Most of the food vendors are open until 5:00. Most area restaurants will have long lines at 5:00.

Ford GT Celebration Packages
The Ford GT packages are $200 for the Friday Night Ford GT Party with no Ford GT registered or $250 for the Full Ford GT celebration package including a Ford GT registration and Saturday Night Parade for a Ford GT. These events are being arranged by Carlisle Events, so we don't have additional information about the Ford GT package. Here is the link to Carlisle's Ford GT page.
http://carsatcarlisle.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/carlisle-ford-nationals-detail.aspx?detailid=1093

Friday Night, June 5, 2015
The $200 Friday Night VIP GT Party gets you into the VIP party within Building T. Meet and chat with all the Ford GT celebrities in attendance, get them to sign your favorite GT model or your favorite GT book. Hear from the celebrities as the night goes on and see who they select as their special GT Celebrity Choice picks. After dinner and speeches the night will conclude with a special autograph signing opportunity with all the celebrities in attendance. Carlisle Events will be providing a limited edition poster for this celebration for you to have signed in addition to what you may have.
Saleen owners who register a car in their class and want to purchase the $200 Friday night VIP GT package will need to upgrade to the VIP package and get details by contacting Ken Appell at Carlisle Events: 717-243-7855.

Saturday, June 6, 2015
Attend the show and check the Carlisle Events program booklet to get the times of Steve Saleen's seminars and activities. There will be Saturday autograph sessions and Saleen vehicle signings. Ford GTs will be at the front of the Saturday evening parade to downtown Carlisle.

Registration for Showfield $55 - 10% discount prior to May 4, 2015
Registration includes weekend admission for two people. To qualify for the 10% Gate-N-Go pre-registration discount and have your entry window sticker mailed to you, please pre-register prior to May 4th, 2015 at midnight EST. Discount will be applied at checkout. After registering, a receipt will be emailed to you. Please take this receipt to the event. If you belong to a club, enter the full club name. Please do not abbreviate the club name. All Saleens are encouraged to register with the "Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club".
http://store.carlisleevents.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=24

[my1stang]

Thanks for the update Betsy

[Greg Wackett]

So who will be there.. We are actually taking a car this year

[jayr933]

Yep I will be there.

[00CobraR]

My crew will be there with the Heritage cars.

[my1stang]

I just signed up last week. Excited to finally make it out there and also see my birthplace (Harrisburg). Still have to find lodging though.

[2002-168]

I will be there Saturday - just gotta decide which car to bring

[tom]

I think you should take the 86. But I am partial to fox bodies. 89-403 is registered. Thank you SOEC for bringing Steve back.

[Saleen Forums Admin]

Deadline to Save 10% Extended to Midnight TONIGHT!

The 2015 Carlisle Ford National is getting better and better by the day. Ford is bringing some of their coolest new cars to the show and thousands of enthusiasts are bringing, in most cases, their classics to show off too. Honor the past, present and future of Ford June 5-7 and do so at discounted prices. If you want to show your ride and save 10% at the same time, you have until the end of the day TODAY to pre-register via Gate-N-Go. Not only do you avoid lines, but you'll have everything mailed in advance. From product walk arounds to test drives, seminars, displays, guests and more, the weekend has it all! It's going to be a great weekend and if you're not in the mix yet, you're pretty much all that's missing. Sign up now. Oh, and if you'd like a gate ticket, those are just $12 per day, or a three day pass is $25. Call 717-243-7855 or visit us online to get involved.

http://www.carlisleevents.com/

[Specracer]

We are for sure going.

[sspanthony]

Signed up tonight.... Will be bringing 86-072 this year.
Hope to see everyone there !

-Anthony Davidson
Cincinnati Fox Body

[1bad95]

Just registered! 98-038 will be there!

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[Donniebaseball]

I'm all signed up and God willing 86-80 will be there.

[dbp23]

Hello everyone,

I was wondering if anyone knew what day and approx. time Steve would be talking about his involvement with the Ford GT? Also, if Steve is debuting a new Ford powered supercar, what day and approx. time would it be?

Thanks,



Dan

[Saleen Forums Admin]

Update:

Steve Saleen and Derek Hall (Director of Sales, Saleen Auto) are scheduled to attend.

Liz and Molly Saleen will not be attending.

[don8896]

bringing the s331