Re: Carlisle GM Nationals
In my opinion, for what that's worth Verne, Ford and Mopar are brands that have an easier time coralling allegiance around their brands. In the muscle years, both had basically two brands within "Mopar" and "Ford" - Mercury being a "little brother" ,if you will, with only few offerings of a muscular nature.
The divisions within General Motors have super strong followings - Pontiac people are as passionate and, at times, anti-Chevy, as any Mopar nut. They've had years of great, organized shows under POCI, GTOAA, Trans-Am etc. to enjoy their brand. They don't need a GM show. Ditto Chevy, Buick and Olds people.
Hell, the Carlisle show used to host the Camaro Nationals - that was great! Think about that: one model, sold by one division of GM. (But they left Carlisle). Ever hear of a 'Cuda Nationals? Nope. It's the Mopar Nationals. So when one model of GM has a show with as many devotees as an entire Mopar show, well, you get the picture - there isn't any need for a "GM Show". So nobody goes. 2 cents.
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