Full Coverage of the 2021 Corvettes at Carlisle. This was the second largest event with nearly 5,000 Corvettes to see, lots of vendors, and entertainment.
Second Largest Corvettes at Carlisle EVER Puts Smiles on the Faces of Many in 2021
Top Flight Automotive Backs Iconic Gathering of America’s Sports Car
August 31, 2021
Photos Credit Carlisle Events
CARLISLE, PA – Three straight days of sun and fun at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds translated to the second-largest Corvettes at Carlisle show car turnout of all time. After a challenging 2020, 2021 offered renewed hope and interest for so many. From August 26-28, Carlisle became THE epicenter of America’s Sports Car; the Corvette. With nearly 2,800 cars on the Fun Field, mixed with over 2,000 more in general parking, there were nearly 5,000 Corvettes to see spanning every corner of the 82-acre fairgrounds.
There were many “must-see” elements to Corvettes at Carlisle presented by Top Flight Automotive, but none more impressive than Saturday’s Salute to Law Enforcement. The theme was event-long, including a display of nearly a dozen cars as part of Chip’s Choice that is owned or maintained by active/retired law enforcement. Further, thanks to HJ Towing, a 36” x 24” foot America Flag served as the backdrop for photos and proved to be a symbol of freedom throughout the day. Finally, at 12:30 p.m., local, regional, and federal law enforcement converged on the stage to be recognized by Carlisle Events staff and Corvettes at Carlisle showgoers. All of this was…. powerful to say the least.
The aforementioned Chip’s Choice display wasn’t the only one turning heads. Along with a Fun Field hosting thousands of Corvettes, attendees made a point to check out the 50-year reunion of 1971 Corvettes. This display was supported by the C3 Corvette Registry. In addition, the NCRS Gallery returned, as did the NCCC judged concours. There was a 25th anniversary of the 1996 Grand Sport, a gathering of Solid Axle Corvette owners, and even a nice mix of Aero Body Corvettes. Thank goodness for digital photos, otherwise, many rolls of film would have been needed.
Another important element of the event was its special guests. Guests included the father of the Grand Sport, John Heinricy, Team Chevrolet, Paul Koerner, Ken Lingenfelter, retired FBI agent Wes Wong and more. Each played a special role in Corvettes at Carlisle, either from walk-around sessions, special speeches, or tech sessions.
Cars in motion are always a popular draw, regardless of where, when, or how. For 2021, Corvettes at Carlisle put the wheels in motion with a law enforcement parade around the grounds Friday and the return of the Downtown Carlisle Corvette Parade and Street Party Saturday night. Further, those looking to fulfill their need for speed could do so with the King of X autocross shootout or the rolling exhaust contest throughout the event. Standing room only crowds could be found around each of these events.
The event was wrapped with an awards parade and the return of long-time Carlisle Events staff member Diane Vaughn serving as the parade emcee. There were hundreds of awards offered, including ones for the largest club (Grand Sport Registry) and the coolest club (also the GSR). The Chip Miller Amyloidosis Foundation, in conjunction with the Lancaster County Corvette Club, awarded a beautiful C8 Corvette to a local enthusiast and the Spring Mountain Motor Resort also offered a prize associated with its Ron Fellows Driving school in Nevada.
Many were also making plans for 2022, as over 200 cars pre-registered for the event; happening August 25-27, 2022. Chip’s Choice also plans to feature the ultra-rare Pratt-Miller Corvettes. To secure a vending spot or be part of the Fun Field, call Carlisle Events at 717-243-7855 or visit CarlisleEvents.com to learn more about the return of Corvettes at Carlisle presented by Top Flight Automotive.
Lots of Corvette products to chose from at the 2021 Corvettes at Carlisle event Photo Credit Carlisle Events The tent was full of Corvettes on display in the NCRS Gallery at Corvettes at Carlisle 2021 Photo Credit Carlisle Events Team Chevrolet was on hand and did serval C8R Corvette walkarounds Photo Credit Carlisle Events Team Chevrolet was on hand and did serval C8R Corvette walkarounds Photo Credit Carlisle Events The entry to Corvettes at Carlisle Photo Credit Carlisle Events Salute To Law Enforcement Presentation Photo Credit Carlisle Events Rolling Exhaust Contest Photo Credit Carlisle Events Reserved And Chips Circle Photo Credit Carlisle Events Downtown Carlisle Corvette Parade And Street Party Photo Credit Carlisle Events The beautiful cars in the NCCC Concours at the 2021 Corvettes at Carlisle Photo Credit Carlisle Events The 2021 Manufacturers Midway had everything you could possible need for your Corvette Photo Credit Carlisle Events Manufacturers Midway Photo Credit Carlisle Events Manufacturers Midway Photo Credit Carlisle Events Grand Sport Display 25th Anniversary Celebration Photo Credit Carlisle Events You could see every color and year Corvette on the Fun Field at Corvettes at Carlisle Photo Credit Carlisle Events The 2021 Corvettes at Carlisle was three straight days of sun and fun at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds and the second largest Corvettes at Carlisle show car turnout of all time Photo Credit Carlisle Events The 2021 Corvettes at Carlisle had nearly 2800 cars on the Fun Field mixed with over 2000 more in general parking there were nearly 5000 Corvettes to see spanning every corner of the 82 acre Carlisle PA Fairgrounds Photo Credit Carlisle Events Cunningham Cars Corvette Sweepstakes Photo Credit Carlisle Events Spectators were treated to seminars by the Corvette Mechanic Team at Corvettes at Carlisle Photo Credit Carlisle Events Carlisle Expo Center CMAF Benefit Dinner Photo Credit Carlisle Events Carlisle Expo Center CMAF Benefit Dinner Photo Credit Carlisle Events 
Chips Choice 2021 was a Salute To Law Enforcement Photo Credit Carlisle Events Chips Choice 2021 was a Salute To Law Enforcement Photo Credit Carlisle Events Another favorite event at Corvettes at Carlisle is the Celebrity Autographs Photo Credit Carlisle Events Corvettes at Carlisle is great place buy or sell your Corvette in the Automotive Flea Market Car Corral Photo Credit Carlisle Events Corvettes at Carlisle is full of things to buy in the Automotive Flea Market Photo Credit Carlisle Events Corvettes at Carlisle is full of things to buy in the Automotive Flea Market Photo Credit Carlisle Events A 36 x 24 foot America Flag served as the backdrop for photos and proved to be a symbol of freedom throughout the day at the 2021 Corvettes at Carlisle Photo Credit Carlisle Events
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