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The new Subaru B9 Tribeca is now showing at your local Subaru showrooms.  The B9 Tribeca is the largest Subaru we have seen in the US, incorporating seating for 7 in some models.  While the styling may be controversial, you can never say that Subaru is too timid to try something different.  They are definitely not a "me-too" company when it comes to exterior design.  Power is supplied by a 3.0 liter, 250 horsepower, 6 cylinder engine mated to a 5-speed automatic gearbox.  Also included is the latest incarnation of Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive.  Electronics provide stability and traction control along with a variable torque distribution system to optimize the power delivered to each wheel regardless of road conditions.  Plenty of electronics are available including a GPS navigation system.  Subaru is targeting the larger SUV/Crossover market with the B9 Tribeca and should do well.  Pricing starts at $30,695.  For more photos and details check out www.subaru.com.

Ford is really riding high with the Mustang.  Currently, almost one out every two sports cars sold in America is a Mustang.  For 2006 Ford has announced a new Pony package for the V6 Mustang that gives V6 customers the looks and handling of the GT.  For only $1,195 extra the Pony Package adds GT-like fog lamps in the grill, 17" wheels and tires, GT-inspired suspension pieces with 4-wheel anti-lock disk brakes and upgraded trim.  The GT models have some new wheel and tire combinations for '06 but the big news in the performance Mustang arena will come next year with the introduction of the Shelby Mustang as we reported earlier.  See www.fordvehicles.com for more information.

Places to Be! 

The Cars & Places staff attended the Carlisle All-Ford Nationals event this past weekend.  While Friday was a bit of a rain soaked day, Saturday and Sunday were fantastic!  We had our '65 Thunderbird among some very nice other 'Birds.  In fact, a 50 years of progression of the Thunderbird was displayed, something not ever seen before.  We met and talked with John Samsen, one of the designers of the 1955 Thunderbird.  We saw and talked with lots of other T-Bird enthusiasts but there were also Fords of all types to see.  From Mustangs to F-150's to Skyliners and Model A's, if it was built by Ford or Ford powered, there was at least one example to be seen.  Next up on Carlisle's schedule is the All-GM Nationals, check out www.carsatcarlisle.com. 

Our stay in Carlisle, Pennsylvania was made extremely pleasant by electing to stay at the Carlisle House Bed & Breakfast.  Our hosts were Mary and Alan Duxbury and they are first class innkeepers.  We elected to stay in the English Library room with its queen bed, private bath and double Jacuzzi tub.  Just the thing after walking around the fairgrounds all day!  Some of the many amenities included, free telephone (even long-distance) free wireless internet access and a DVD library to go with the in-room DVD equipped television.  Fresh fruits, teas and sodas were available in the kitchen 24 hours a day.  The morning breakfast was served buffet style and was complete and delicious.  The Duxbury's have purchased the home next door to the current inn are in the process of remodeling and creating more guests rooms.  Make sure you plan on staying at the Carlisle House on your next trip through the area, and tell them Cars & Places sent you!  Their informative website can be found at www.thecarlislehouse.com. 

The Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival will be held this weekend June 10, 11 and 12 at Sam Michaels' Park off of US 340 near Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.  Plenty of crafts will be available and crafters will be demonstrating their talent along with various bluegrass musicians through the days.  There is an admission charge, but a discount coupon along with directions can be found at www.jeffersoncounty.com/festival. 

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Rick Trawick

Publisher

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