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Southward Vintage Car Museum

Otaihanga Road | Waikanae, Wellington, New Zealand
04 297 1221
Ranked #3 of 127 attractions in Wellington
4.5 of 5 stars 45 Reviews
Type: Museums
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Canberra, Australia
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77 reviews 77 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

I certainly didn't expect to find a museum of this calibre near Wellington. I was very impressed by the diversity of the collection - and whatever you do don't forget to go downstairs to see some of the more recent cars (you have probably owned one or two of them!). The only thing I would highlight is that this is... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

The museum is worth visiting even if you aren't a car enthusiast. There is something that will interest everyone - you could be surprised. There are also motorbikes and a plane. The museum has a fantastic theatre on the premises and I have been to several shows there and performed there on one occasion as part of a chamber choir... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

How all this stuff gets in one place I will never know. Stunning collection, amazing place. More

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Tel Aviv, Israel
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

I have never seen such large and diverse old car collection. It’s amazing, if you are in the area don’t missed this unique museum. More

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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

My husband was thrilled to attend this facility once again, and excited to see even more added to the collection. Well done Southwards. More

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Da Nang, Vietnam
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207 helpful votes 207 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012
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This is by far the BEST motor-head museum in ALL of New Zealand...(trust me, I have been to just about all the motor museums)....!! It is slightly outside of Wellington, and worth the drive....!! Amazing collection of cars, motorcycles, and all things motors. More

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Nelson NZ
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

A drive north of Wgton but well worth it, Len Southward certainly left an impressive collection of vehicles, prepare to spend time to take it all in. More

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Bordertown, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Great little car museum. with a great eclectic range of modern and vintage vehicles. More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

I've been to lots of museums like this around the world and I still felt this was one of the best. A great selection of interesting vehicles. More

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New Zealand
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012

Even if youre not a car or motorbike buff this museum is worth a visit. It is an incredable collection and a labour of love. If you have older friends or relatives they will enjoy it immensly as it is a real trip back to the past but this is a winner for all age groups. Len Southward has left... More

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