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Established in 1996, we are a group of passionate car enthusiasts who live and breathe American classic cars, and are based in Auckland, New Zealand.
Our mission in life is to provide an environment for other like minded car aficionados to savour and enjoy their American classics, without the rules and restrictions that seem to dog other areas of everyday lives. If you are an American classic car owner who feels the same as we do, we invite you to take a small journey through our site to see if this sounds like you. If you like what you see, and want to be involved, then send in a membership application. The only hard and fast condition of membership is that prospective members must own an American classic car that is over 25 years old at the time of joining, which must be of historical interest. |
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PLEASE NOTE: American Classic Car Club members are unable to provide classic vehicles for events such as weddings, birthdays, family outings etc, as our members are not licenced to do so. Thank you for your understanding.
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Westie Shed Raid - Sunday 15 May 2022
Sunday’s weather dawned grey and showery, but this didn’t dampen spirits and we started our run on time. As organised we met at Westgate Mitre 10 carpark. Midwest Street Rods were also at this carpark enjoying their monthly catchup. There was approximately 15 classics (and maybe 30 people) that braved the weather and we managed to leave Mitre 10 carpark on time for the first stage of our run to Pat’s cave in New Lynn. It was cool to hear the rumble of our V8’s when we passed through the Waterview tunnel. Upon arrival there was a lot of interest in the point of entry to the cave, which is the old safe door that was originally in the New Lynn branch of the BNZ. Once health and safety procedures had been completed there was a good display of free Hot Rod books, magazines etc that were available for anyone who wanted them. This generous gesture by Pat’s family was appreciated. Every shed has something different and unique to offer, and Pat’s Man Cave was no exception. Not only was there the cars but Pat had also amassed a vast array of memorabilia not usually seen in the average garage. These pieces certainly encouraged good conversation. Although the weather was still decidedly average the picturesque Scenic Drive, during Stage 2 of the run, was enjoyable. In fact, at the top of the Scenic Drive we were actually travelling through low cloud. Stage 2 ended at the Swanson RSI where we enjoyed a fabulous lunch and great conversation. Another great Shed Raid completed and hopefully enjoyed by everyone that took part. If anyone has further interest in anything associated with Pat’s Man Cave, please feel free to contact Kevin Forgesson on 021646499. Check out the photos here..... 
Kaiaua Fish & Chip Cruise -10th April 2022
Gathering at our departure point at Vector Wero Water Park in Manukau on a warm and sunny morning were eleven classics and twenty eight club members including two children. Adith and Shane Stoneman in their Chevy Suburban along with Ian Ferguson and Kevin Hunt were also there to catch up with us and have a natter, but as they had other commitments on the day they didn’t join us on the cruise but it was good of them to see us off. . After introductions and a short drivers brief, route instructions were handed out and we set off along the Southern motorway exiting at the Drury off ramp and taking the old Great South Rd to Bombay. We toured via the scenic route along Paparata Road, cruising along the ridge with lovely rural views over the hills, past a controlled grass burn off that looked like it was getting out of hand and was very close to the road, then onto Paparimu Road and down through fern and tree groves to Lyons Road. This lead us onto the familiar Mangatawhiri Road up to Mangatangi and onto Kaiaua Road, and down to our final destination at the Bay View Hotel in Kaiaua. With great relief car parking was not a problem, as June and I were there the previous Sunday and the Hotel car park was absolutely full with barely room for motorcycles. On the way down we got mixed up with a group of MX5’s, which gave me a hurry up in case they were also Bay View bound but they headed off else where, and we all got parked with plenty of space for our oversized cars. We were welcomed at the hotel where our buffet lunch tickets and drinks were purchased, and being a warm sunny day most members found seating out in the garden area and chatted until the buffet lunch was served. The scrummy lunch was lightly battered fresh fish, chips, a green salad, pasta salad, beetroot, baby potatoes in mayo, tomato and tatare sauce, along with tea and coffee to finish. The buffet lunch alone is worth the drive to Kaiaua and at $20 per person it was great value, along with being the best fish and chips anywhere, bar none. A big thank you to Quinton and his team for a very enjoyable time at the Bay View Hotel for our club outing, a place we will continue to visit for sure. It was just one of those days where every one who came enjoyed the cruise, the scenic views, sunshine, food and drinks and most of all, a catch up with club friends. Cheers, Peter and June Lee. Take a look at the day's photos here..... 
Pizza @ The Parkers Run – Saturday March 12th 2022
The settled late summer weather continued for our Club run down to members Dave & Catherine Parker’s place on Saturday afternoon, March 12th, where we were shouting the attending members Pizza for dinner. At the BP Southern Service Centre meeting point, an impressively varied crop of 23 classics (and their owners, lol) gathered for a chin wag and tire kick before the current Vax pass sighting requirement, route instructions and general briefing of what the run will entail. I mean, what other car club would/could have no less that two AMC Javelins and two Pontiac Safari wagons rock up together for club run? Unreal… The mix included several new members (welcome!), several returning members (welcome back!) and of course, the regulars (always welcome!). Over fifty people, as it happens.. another awesome turnout from our members, and much appreciated. The run itself, once we left the BP, took the cavalcade down the Southern Motorway to Pokeno, then back up and over the motorway North East through Bombay, then on to Ararimu then back over the motorway onto Great South Road to Dave and Catherine’s place. All up, a nice 29 mile figure-eight loop that took in some really rather pleasant South Auckland scenery. And not too bad on the fuel consumption either, bonus! After a brief introduction and welcome by Dave, members were free to peruse their sprawling property and of course, their incredible collection of automobiles (not all of them American either, cool) and memorabilia, whilst Phil O and I shot down into Pukekohe to collect the Dominos I’d pre-ordered for dinner - all 25 Pizzas, 10 garlic breads, and several boxes of chicken nibbles. I am sure Dominos were very appreciative of our $300 order! Whilst we were out, Catherine was busy prepping the urn for teas and coffees, Peter Lee had the soft drinks and bottled water chilling off in ice on the mezzanine and member Mark Kahn generously handed out his neat Marshall Batteries stubbie holders which came in handy for those cold cans! After dinner was eagerly devoured by all present, Catherine brought out her home baked slices and fruit salad for desert, along with a cheesecake kindly provided by Mary Sarten. It would be fair to suggest that nobody – and I mean nobody – went hungry! It was apparent nobody was in any particular hurry to leave, such a good time was being had. Nevertheless, after a quick tidy up, by around 7.30pm most had departed to their respective homes - the advantage of the last of daylight saving meaning most of us got home in the remaining daylight, just! All things considered, another fantastic day out for the Club. And one that simply could not have been possible without the awesome hospitality of the hosts. So huge thanks to Dave & Catherine for allowing us to share their amazing premises, amazing gardens and amazing cars. Just check out the pics… simply Superb! Rob. Take a look at the videos and photos here..... |
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UPCOMING ACCCA EVENTS
Saturday June 11 Mid-winter Xmas lunch & Quiz at Fairway Events Centre, 9 Argus Place (behind Eventfinda Stadium) Wairau Valley, Auckland, from 12 noon to 4.30pm. $45 pp adults/$22.50 kids under 16, and reservation must be in and paid for by June 6. Meet by the public toilets/playground in the carpark at Onepoto Domain, 24 Tarahanga Street, Northcote from 10.45am for 11.15 departure 
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