Overview

The selection process for 2012 will begin on January 15, 2012! The featured marques and special classes are in the process of being completed.  Of course, our classes may change prior to date of show.

Nomination forms for the 2012 Carmel Artomobilia are available online or by request.  Further, you can go online to register as well.  All entries must be accompanied by a $25 fee and a photograph of the nominated automobile.  All nominations will be reviewed within 30 days of receipt, and the owners contacted.  All unaccepted nominations will be refunded the $25 fee, however, photos of the nominated car will not be returned.

The Carmel Artomobilia Selection Committee meets monthly, beginning in January, to review nominations.   Most applicants can expect to hear of their acceptance or decline within 30 days of submission. It always takes a surprising time investment to put together the very best possible show field, so we ask entrants to be patient!

If you have questions about the nomination process, please contact John Leonard, Director, via email at john@carmelartomobilia.com or via phone at 1.317.313.5200.

Cars entered for display only (cars not to be judged) are most welcome. Although they are not eligible for Class Awards or Best of Show.


Specialty Classes

The 2012 Carmel Artomobilia, presented on Saturday, August 25th in the Carmel Arts & Design District, located in Carmel, Indiana, will feature the following marques and special classes:

  • FM: Featured Marque - Jaguar - This year's featured mark is Jaguar, and will feature original, period-correct automobiles from 1938 to present.
  • EM: Emeritus - This class features exclusively past year's best of show winners across all makes, models and years.
  • TN: Then & Now - This class features original, period-correct models, both its past model alongside its present model.  Examples include the classic 50's Volkswagen Beetle and the late model Beetle.
  • SC: Shelby Cars - This class features original, period-correct cars built by and/or influenced by Carroll Shelby from the 50's to the present day, including his influence on the Ford GT.
  • NG: Next Generation - This class features a cross-setion of cars, all years, makes and models, that are owned by individuals 18 years or younger.  The purpose of this class is to provide a forum for the next generation of car enthusiasts and collectors.

Entry deadlines for all classes are July 15, 2012.  Early entrants will recieve preference.

Traditional Classes

The following traditional classes highlight a broad cross-section of automotive design.

  • A: Ford Model A - This class features original or restored, period-correct models.
  • AC1: American Coupe/Sedan - This class features original or restored, period-correct American coupe or sedan models produced from 1925 – 1954.
  • AC2: American Coupe/Sedan - This class features original or restored, period-correct American coupe or sedan models produced from 1955 – 1973.
  • ASC1: American Sports Cars - This class features original or restored, period-correct American sports car models produced from 1948 – 1959.
  • ASC2: American Sports Cars - This class features original or restored, period-correct American sports car models produced from 1960 – 1973.
  • ASC3: American Sports Cars - This class features original or restored, period-correct American sports car models produced from 1974 – 2012.
  • EC: European Coupe/Sedan - This class features original or restored, period-correct European coupe or sedanmodels produced from 1925 – 1973.
  • ESC1: European Sports Cars (British) - This class features original or restored, period-correct British sportscar models produced from 1925 – 1960.
  • ESC2: European Sports Cars (British) - This class features original or restored, period-correct British sportscar models produced from 1961 – 1973.
  • ESC3: European Sports Cars (Other) - This class features original or restored, period-correct non-British sportscar models produced from 1925 – 1973.
  • EX: Exotic - This class features original or restored, period-correct, low-production or rare sportscar models produced from 1974 – 2012.
  • FCC: Full Classics (Closed) - This class, as defined by the CCCA, includes "closed top" original or restored, period-correct fine or unusual motor cars which were produced from 1925 – 1948.
  • FCO: Full Classics (Open) - This class, as defined by the CCCA, includes "open top" original or restored, period-correct fine or unusual motor cars which were produced from 1925 – 1948.
  • GT: Grand Touring - This class features original or restored, period-correct, grand touring 2-door models produced from 1974 – 2012.
  • HP: Historically Preserved Original Vehicles - This class, as defined by the CCCA, includes un-restored, period-correct open or closed automobiles produced between 1925 – 1948.
  • IB: Indiana Built Full Classics - This class, as defined by the CCCA, includes original or restored, period-correct open or closed automobiles produced in the state of Indiana between 1925 – 1948.
  • MP1: Muscle & Pony - This class features original or restored, period-correct, muscle car or pony car models produced from 1964 – 1974.
  • MP2: Muscle & Pony - This class features original or restored, period-correct, muscle car or pony car models produced from 1975 – 2012.
  • RA: Racers - This class features original or restored, period-correct, non-street-legal, race cars campaigned from 1908 – 2012.  No replicas/recreations please.
  • SU: Super Cars - This class features original or restored, period-correct, high-performance sportscar models produced from 1974 – 2012.
  • VH: Vintage Hot Rods - This class features original or restored, period-correct, traditional hot rods initially customized/built between 1940 – 1960.

Entry deadlines for all classes are July 15, 2012.  Early entrants will recieve preference.

Car Club Corrals

Car Club Corrals are organized by national and local foreign and domestic car clubs and are featured along Rangeline Road (North & South).  Each club can display no less than 5 and no more than 25 cars.  Here, car clubs present their best and most interesteing cars, highlighting a broad array of automotive thought, preference, design and popular acceptance.  While un-judged, the Car Club Corrals provide a unique opportunity for car clubs to centrally meet and celebrate its favorite makes and/or models.

Registration deadlines for all car club corrals are July 15, 2012.  Early registrants will recieve preference.  Participating car clubs must provide contact details on the owners as well as vehicles, so that the Carmel Artomobilia Committee my provide communications directly to each participant to facilitate and smooth day-of load-in.

For More Information...

For more information on Speciality Classes, Traditional Classes, or the Car Club Corrals, please contact John Leonard at john@carmelartomobilia.com.