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CARLISLE FORD NATIONALS 2021 COVERAGE


Video: SOEC Staff

The Ford Nationals 2021 extravaganza is now over. Held during the first weekend of June in Carlisle Pennsylvania, this yearly celebration of Blue Oval excellence IS the place to be for viewing almost 100 acres of FoMoCo products. 2021 saw special displays for Stroppe Edition Broncos, Ford Pintos, 1971-73 Ford Mustangs and famous Fords of Hollywood film / television.

There were an estimated 40 Saleen manufactured vehicles on the fairgrounds to proudly display Power In The Hands of a Few to all showgoers. This collection of Saleen vehicles ranged from early “four-eyed” 1985-86 editions to the latest 2021 S302 White and Yellow Labels currently offered.

Until next year!

Saleen Automotive booth
Airbrushed horse mural.
Vintage Saleen Autosport t-shirt.
1985 Saleen Mustang interior.

2021 Carlisle Ford Nationals award winners
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B523 – 1984 – 1993 SALEEN MUSTANG
65 – Tom Sassak — 1985 Saleen Mustang — FIRST PLACE
66 – Ron Doucette — 1989 Saleen Mustang — SECOND PLACE
67 – Luis Batista — 1990 Saleen Mustang — THIRD PLACE
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B524 – 1994 – 2004 SALEEN MUSTANG
68 – Johnny Kabigting — 2001 Saleen Mustang — FIRST PLACE
69 – Brandon Garcia — 2000 Saleen Mustang — SECOND PLACE
70 – Damion Krauss — 2004 Saleen Mustang — THIRD PLACE
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B525 – 2005 – 2014 SALEEN MUSTANG
71 – Thomas Cesare — 2006 Saleen Mustang — FIRST PLACE
72 – Keith Douglas — 2007 Saleen Mustang — SECOND PLACE
73 – Eric Seaman — 2006 Saleen Mustang — THIRD PLACE
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B526 – 2015 – CURRENT SALEEN MUSTANG
74 – Bob & Jackie Betz — 2020 Saleen Mustang — FIRST PLACE
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B527 – SALEEN POWERED
75 – James Horstman — 2007 Saleen F150 — FIRST PLACE
76 – Ramon Gomez — 2000 Saleen Explorer — SECOND PLACE
77 – Dean & Tara Shields — 1998 Saleen Explorer — THIRD PLACE
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G320 – 1966 – 1977 BRONCO
250 – Andy Ogurchak — 1966 Ford Bronco — *SPECIAL AWARD*
* Celebrity Pick Chosen By: Eric Seaman, Saleen Club of America
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Y755 – FIRST GEN LIGHTNING F-150 SVT
657 – Barry Rodkey — 1994 Ford Lightning — *SPECIAL AWARD*
* Celebrity Pick Chosen By: David Bruno, Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club

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Event Announcement

2020 SALEEN CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONALS: JULY 29 – AUG. 3, 2020

The 2020 edition of the SCOA Nationals is going to be held in Lake Geneva, WI.

The Feature Car will be all serial #01 and #001 and the event will benefit The Children’s Miracle Network, benefiting 170 children’s hospitals throughout the USA.

Host Hotel is the Lake Lawn Resort and they are taking reservations now. Call 1-800-338-5253 and reference “Saleen Club of America Nationals” for the group rates.

Venue / Host Hotel: Lake Lawn Resort
Venue Phone: 800-338-5253
Venue Website: https://www.lakelawnresort.com/

Address:
2400 Geneva St, Delavan, Wisconsin, 53115, United States

Description:
Along two miles of Delavan Lake’s shoreline, Lake Lawn Resort is the ultimate destination for year-round leisure getaways, family retreats, weddings, and group meetings. Since our doors first opened over 140 years ago, our beautiful resort and historic grounds are the picturesque backdrop for memory making year after year.

We are a full-service resort with a strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service and accommodations to our guests. We have 271 spacious and well-appointed guest rooms with many different layouts and the latest refinements, such as complimentary Wi-Fi and a private balcony or patio. Lake Lawn Resort offers more recreation, dining, and amenities than ever before. See our Amenities Page for a complete list.

Our impressive lineup of resort offerings includes an 18-hole championship golf course, boat and water sport rentals, two outdoor swimming pools, an indoor swimming pool, a 170 slip marina, and a fitness center. And for those who prefer to relax and unwind, our Calladora Spa offers facials, massages and salon services. We have three on-site restaurants, including our casual Lookout Bar & Eatery with indoor and patio dining, the Isle of Capri, which proudly serves Starbucks coffee, Wisconsin-made Cedar Crest Ice Cream, stone-fired pizzas and more, and wine and dine in our Frontier Restaurant and Fireside Lounge, which offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Unlike other Wisconsin properties, Lake Lawn Resort is just 90 minutes from Chicago, within minutes from Milwaukee, Madison, and Rockford, and located just outside of Lake Geneva.

Tentative Agenda

Wednesday, July 29, 2020
* 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Early Bird Dinner @ Popeye’s on the Lake
https://www.popeyeslkg.com/

Thursday, July 30, 2020
* 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | SCOA Golf Tournament or Lake Day or Six Flags
* 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Pizza Bash – Chicago Style @ the resort

Friday, July 31, 2020
* 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Cruise to Kettle Moraine State Park or Volo Auto Museum (TBD) and lunch
* 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Fish Fry

Saturday, August 1, 2020
* 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | SCOA National Show @ Lake Lawn Resort

Sunday, August 2, 2020
* 8:00 AM | Family Free Day – more lake time or Six Flags

Monday, August 3, 2020
* 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM | MVP Track Time @ Autobahn Country Club
http://www.mvptracktime.com/id92.html

More Details:
https://www.saleenclubofamerica.com/events/17th-annual-saleen-club-of-america-nationals/

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[Source: Saleen Club of America]

Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: 2019 SALEEN 1 CUP RACER

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

The Saleen 1 Cup Racer is 1 of 20 exclusive race cars built for the inaugural Saleen Cup series. The Cup Racer has revised aerodynamics including a new front splitter and competition rear wing. Power is still delivered by a 2.2L turbocharged 4 cylinder, but re-calibrated to racing specifications. The interior features all safety equipment and rollover protection, as well as a Formula 1 style steering wheel with paddle shifters.

All 20 cars are identical with the exception of the distinct liveries featuring iconic, Saleen historical and contemporary designs.

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Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: 2005-06 FORD GT, SALEEN SPECIAL VEHICLES

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

Saleen is awarded two contracts to build the new Ford GT (40) for Ford. Saleen was commissioned to engineer, manufacture and assemble the vehicles, including all of the paint production and shipping.

Saleen’s Chief Program Engineer was responsible for the design, testing and certification of the supercar, including chassis, powertrain, body, interior and electrical systems.

Steve commissions an all new facility in Troy, Michigan to accommodate the manufacturing and engineering. Over the model run just over 4,000 units were built. The vehicle on display’s VIN# is “1966”, coinciding with Ford’s win at Le Mans.

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Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: SALEEN S7 03-016, ‘BRUCE ALMIGHTY’

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

During the Monterey Historics at Laguna Seca Raceway on August 19, 2000, the Saleen S7 debuts. The aerodynamic,mid-engined S7 ushers in a new era for Saleen, showcasing the company’s ability to design and engineer a complete ground-up automobile, and is the first true, production built American Supercar.

In 2001, the S7R (a racing-specific version of the S7) begins its inaugural year, campaigning on racetracks across Europe and North America, winning 4 different international championships, more than any other manufacturer. The S7 on display is the first S7 manufactured, as well as being featured in the blockbuster movie “Bruce Almighty,” as God’s car, starring Jim Carey.

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Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: SALEEN/ALLEN SCCA T1 MUSTANG, COMPETITION MODEL

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

The Saleen/Allen “RRR” Speedlab racing team with comedian/actor Tim Allen forms and competes in the SCCA World Challenge against the likes of Porsche, BMW, Corvette.The team takes a big win at the final race of the 1995 season in Sonoma and goes on to take the Manufacturer’s Championship trophy the following year.

In 1997, the team travels to France and competes in the 24 Hours of LeMans.This marks the only time a Mustang competed at LeMans since 1967. The team also wins the SCCA Manufacturer’s Championship title for the third time in 1998 and continues to win the championship in 1999 in GrandAm racing.

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Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: SALEEN SPORTRUCK, COMPETITION MODEL

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Continuing his successful professional career in racing, Steve expands to truck racing competing on a wide variety of circuits, from small ovals (Denver) and large ovals (Pocono), to various street and road racing courses throughout the United States in a Ford Ranger.

Steve dominates the multi-year series with the most overall victories, 49! Steve Saleen wins the overall Race Truck Championship in 1992 and provides Ford with the Manufacturer’s Championship. This specific truck at Des Moines, Road Atlanta, Las Vegas, with winning at the Colorado National Speedway in 1990.

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Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: MARCH 88C/COSWORTH

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

In 1989, Steve enters the PPG Indy Car World series running an 88 March. Despite chassis and engine challenges, he manages to finish 13th at the Long Beach Grand Prix and 12th at the Toronto Grand Prix.

While qualifying for the Indy 500, Steve unfortunately hits the wall, ending his hopes of entering the race. Undeterred by significant mechanical challenges with his 88 Ford Cosworth March, Steve manages to be the fastest rookie at Indianapolis that year.

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Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: 87-0011R, COMPETITION MODEL

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

This race car competed in the 1987-1988 SCCA Escort Endurance Championship, enabling the General Tire sponsored Saleen team, consisting of Steve Saleen and Rick Titus, to win the coveted Driver’s Championship, as well as the Manufacturer’s Championship for Saleen and Ford Motor Company. This vehicle marks a significant improvement in the development of the Saleen Mustang. Power increases to 225HP, and 5 lug, 4 wheel disc brakes became standard equipment. In 1988 the team went on to an impressive 1-2-3 finish at the 24 Hours of Mosportin Ontario, Canada.

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Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: MARCH 76B

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

Steve sets 13 track records and ultimately wins the 1977 Pacific Coast Championship, and then goes on to compete against the likes of Gilles Villeneuve, Keke Rosberg, Bobby Rahal, and Danny Sullivan in Formula Atlantic. The March 76B is known amongst racers as “fast and twitchy” and is powered by a Ford Cosworth Engine, and transfers power to the wheels through a Hewland FT-200 gearbox.

[Source: Saleen Automotive]