*2026 MCACN Sneak Peek
1970 Pontiac GTO Judge
2026 MCACN Show Participant
Owner: Chad Ringhand, Wisconsin
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Off and Running for the 2026 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals!
While we anxiously await the end of winter, and in some cases are literally digging out, we are here to say it isn't too early to make your plans for the 2026 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals show, which will take place November 21-22 at the beautiful Donald E. Stephens Convention center in Rosemont, (SUBURBAN Chicago), Illinois.
Now you have heard me say this before, and of course I will say it again. And to really drive home that message, we already have over 100 car entries confirmed with more coming in nearly every day. I can't emphasize enough, especially for those of you who desire Concours judging, you can never be too early!
Another thing I often say is that we need good, clear pictures of your entry. This is when we work on a wide variety of promotional materials. This includes flyers, postcards, magnets, billboards, print and online ads and of course, our 92 page magazine. Now if you have been around for a while, you know we only use pictures of vehicles that are actually signed up for the show or have been in the show. So if you would like to have your car immortalized in print, online or on a huge digital billboard, please send us good, clear images.
Please make sure your car, truck or bicycle photos include the entire vehicle, have all the panels closed and don't have trees and light poles "growing" out of them. Take a look at the background. Are there other things that detract from the main image? Are the colors sharp? Is there a huge dog next to it? And also...unless you are exceptionally attractive, we prefer there are no people in the shots and that the photos are taken outdoors with the sun behind you. Please...no garage shots with the hood open and half of the quarter panel chopped off! And another tip; if it's a 60's or 70's Muscle Car, please no Radial T/A's or Cooper Cobras! (Bob hates those, as NO car ever left the factory with them).
NEW WEBSITE: Another reason we are asking for good pictures is because we are completely revamping our website. Look for an entirely new, easily navigable website that will truly reflect the quality of our show. We know that this is long overdue and I have to say I am thrilled with the way it is turning out, so stay tuned!
LOOKING FOR...As always, we are looking for prime examples of American Muscle with an emphasis on the 60's and 70's. Cars that are rarely (or never!) shown get high priority. We work very hard to create a new and fresh show each and every year. New Special and Invitational displays are being announced inn the coming weeks. Of course, we will celebrate the model years of 1966 and 1971 and our "Red Carpet" display up front will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Pontiac. Big Body Muscle will be represented by our Chevrolet 427 Z24 Invitational along with a very special gathering of Chrysler 300's. Dan Pausch is coordinating our Pony Wars Invitational, which will spotlight both Ford and Mopar Pony Cars from 1964-1974 and Factory Sunroof Cars will also be featured. Returning displays include our fun Barn Finds & Hidden Gems, Presented by Miller Auto Care, Stock Restorations & Restomods, Corvette Central Triple Diamond display and competition, the Vintage Certification, Presented by American Muscle LLC and of course, the Pinnacle certification program for Ford and Shelby and our Camaro Legend Invitational. And that's just the beginning...
If you have a car, truck or Muscle Bicycle or Mini Bike you'd like to show, please email bashton426@gmail.com for Pre-Approval, which is required.
MCACN OFFICIAL HOST HOTELS; Again this year we have SEVEN Official Host Hotels. We have negotiated special MCACN exclusive rates, extra perks and reduced rate parking at all seven and all of them are within walking distance of the show. Direct booking links are up now for the DoubleTree, the Embassy Suites, the Hyatt, the Loews and the aLoft. Booking links for the Crowne Plaza and the Hilton will be up soon.
As I often say, Be Nice, Be Safe and appreciate each and every day. You never know what may be around the corner.
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