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Spring Carlisle Collector Car Swap Meet & Corral
Apr 21 - Apr 25, 2010

Adult Admission: --  
Child Admission: under 12- FREE

The Pennsylvania Turnpike and Interstate-81, the two main tributaries to the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, were backed up for over seven miles at one point during Spring Carlisle, held April 22nd-26th. The roadways were jam-packed with collector, classic and custom car and truck enthusiasts eager to attend the legendary swap meet, car corral and collector car auction. Once on grounds, car lovers traveling from near and far were able to enjoy an automotive event that is second to none. Over 8,100 vending spaces were full to capacity with parts, accessories and memorabilia including more than 1,800 vehicles of all makes, models and prices for sale in the car corral.


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Become a Vendor in our Huge Swap Meet Become a Vendor in our Huge Swap Meet
Offered on a first-come, first-served basis

The 2009 swap meet offered anything and everything an automotive enthusiast could want. Interested vendors for 2010 Spring Carlisle must be selling automotive merchandise or at least an 80/20% mix. In addition, no T-shirts, clothing, wax, tools, diecast, models or food will be accepted. Spaces are approximately 10’frontage x 30’depth and rent for $95 per outside space for the entire event. For more information, you may contact us at 717-243-7855 or download vendor information located under “Forms & Flyers.”



Sell a Vehicle or Buy One in the Car Corral Sell a Vehicle or Buy One in the Car Corral
The car corral is where individuals offer their vehicles for sale.

The car corral is where individuals offer vehicles only (no parts, etc) for sale. Find classic to late-model vehicles in all varieties of make, model and condition. You can shop, compare and make the deal directly with the owner. Notary services including temporary tags are available right in the car corral. All vehicles in the corral must be for sale, in running condition and cannot be displayed on trailers. Unloading of vehicles on grounds is prohibited after Wednesday. Spaces are approximately 10’frontage x 20’ depth and rent for $95 per outside space for the entire event. For more information, you may contact us at 717-243-7855 or download vendor information located under “Forms & Flyers.”



Spring Carlisle Auction - don't miss it! Spring Carlisle Auction - don't miss it!
April 22 - 23, 2010

The Carlisle Auction experience provides the perfect opportunity to purchase or sell your collector car. A large and diverse selection of extraordinary vehicles and our new Carlisle Expo Center are the ideal combination for a great selling environment.

The Carlisle Expo Center is located on K street, 1 1/2 blocks outside Gate 3. Carlisle Auctions will waive the general consignment fee for the 2009 Spring, Corvette and Fall Auctions. This incentive is open to all consignors for non-prime auction hours and requires that vehicle details and photos be sent in advance of the posted deadlines. See the Carlisle Auctions website or call 717-243-7855 for details.



First Annual Spring Carlisle Car Cruise-In First Annual Spring Carlisle Car Cruise-In
Open to ALL collector, classic, custom or performance vehicles

On Sunday, during the 2009 Spring Swap Meet, Carlisle will hosted our first annual Cruise-In. We invited all “Sunday Drivers” to enjoy a fun gathering of cars and friends at the Fairgrounds and they came! Cars, trucks, motorycycles and everything in between were shown around the Carlisle stage, while their owners enjoyed last minute deals in our huge Swap Meet and Car Corral. Join us in 2010 to shop and enjoy the good food, while others admire your car and you compete for one of our Top 10 picks for Best: Chrysler, GM, Ford, Truck, Bike, Import or even Rat Rod. Registration is only $5 for a car/driver or $10 for a car/carload (2 or more guests). Gates open at 7:00 AM and all show vehicles should enter through Gate 3. Judging will take place between 11:00 AM and NOON, with awards being announced at the stage at 1:00 PM.



    Free Transportation to Carlisle Shopping Centers
    Thurs - Sat from 9am to 5pm

    The free bus service departs every hour on the hour from Gate 2 Wednesday through Saturday from 9am to 5pm.



      Non-Denominational Worship Service
      Sunday Morning at 10am

      A non-denominational worship service is held at 10am Sunday morning in the Grandstand.






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