Hoods Up! Friday

Hoods Up! Friday

• ADMIRE. Our collection in this special after-hours event specifically showcasing viewing of 100+ classic cars with their hoods up! beautifully displaying what mechanically makes them go from zero to ZOOM ZOOM.

• TOUCH. This is the most intimate experience offered in a classic car museum in New Zealand. Majority of our museum isn’t roped off. The doors are opened, and guests are encouraged to hop in and admire the intricate interiors.

• INHALE. No matter your preference of aromas whether it’s car polish, old vinyl, engine oil, or petrol, we have you covered! Inhale mouth-wateringly delicious onsite catering (and onsite bars) or a shot straight from petrolhead heaven into your veins.

• Onsite LIVE demos with Cartel Works Ltd including the flame throwing Rolls-Royce Merlin Spitfire engine.

• Access inside independent-privately owned Cartel Works Ltd - Mechanical, Bespoke Restoration workshop.

CAR RIDES! Sit back, relax, and let one of our drivers indulge you in a spin around the block in one of our classic cars.

LIVE! music!

Red16 Cocktail bar! Onsite! Twice a year, things shift into high gear with this special after-hours event. Visitors can get up close and personal—bonnets are lifted, doors are opened, and guests are encouraged to hop in and admire the intricate interiors. Add some live music, food trucks, a licensed bar and a cruise around the block with an experienced driver, for a lively fun and evening.