Hillsborough Car Museum, Luge and Mini Golf (putt putt)
About This Museum
Tucked away on Egmont Road, the Hillsborough Car Museum feels less like a formal institution and more like a wonderfully eccentric uncle's garage, if that uncle also had a penchant for gravity-fueled luges and whimsical mini-golf. It’s a place where the scent of motor oil and the sound of laughter from the putt-putt course mingle in the Kiwi air. You don't just look at cars here; you feel their history, then go race your family down a track or navigate a windmill obstacle. It’s an unapologetically fun, hands-on celebration of automotive passion.
Collection Highlights
The main hall is a time capsule of gleaming chrome and curvaceous steel, from stately vintage Austins that look ready for a Sunday drive to the raw power of classic American muscle cars. Each vehicle seems to have its own story, preserved not behind velvet ropes but with a palpable sense of life.
Visitor Information
It's brilliantly unpretentious—you can spend an hour marveling at the cars and then another hour trying to beat your kids at mini-golf. The luge track adds a genuine thrill, making it a perfect spot for families or anyone who thinks museums shouldn't be quiet.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is straightforward and functional, reminiscent of a large, well-kept industrial shed or workshop, which somehow makes the treasures inside feel even more authentic and surprising.
Contact & Location
Address: 683, Egmont Road, Egmont Village, New Plymouth District, Taranaki, New Zealand / Aotearoa
Phone: +64 6 755 0044
Website: Visit Website
