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34th Annual Ames Performance Pontiac Nationals to Span Acres at Summit Motorsports Park

Mary Lendzion photos

Faithful Pontiac fans will be surrounded by all of their favorite cars at the 34th Annual Ames Performance Pontiac Nationals, July 18-20, 2025, at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio.

The popular premier Pontiac event at the storied racing and entertainment venue has grown to be one of the largest of its kind in the country, and cars will cover multiple acres.

Racing categories include Kauffman Racing Equipment Quick 16, Butler Performance Frantic 4, AllPontiac.com Super Pro, PontiacSpeedShop.com Pro, Tin Indian Performance Street and 1A Auto Chief of the Pontiacs, and the all-Pontiac car show, with judging on Saturday, is always awe-inspiring.

Enthusiasts can also look forward to a swap meet, manufacturers’ midway, opportunities to buy or sell Pontiacs, Tin Indian Performance Wheelie Contest and more.

Famous Pontiac racer Arnie Beswick will be on-site to greet fans.

As always, the Bader Family Guarantee, which promises the best show possible at the best price possible, is in place and offers an unconditional money-back guarantee.

“Summit Motorsports Park is proud to partner with show promoters Pete and Andi Woodruff for this annual event in our home,” said Bill Bader, Summit Motorsports Park president. “The gathering grows every year, and there are cars as far as the eye can see. This event has a loyal fan-following, and that includes people who love Pontiacs and people who love cool cars in general. This year’s offering is shaping up to be the best yet.”

Tickets are on sale now. Parking and pit passes are free. For more information, visit summitmotorsportspark.com or call 419-668-5555.

This story was originally published on July 9, 2025. Drag Illustrated

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