National Automobile Museum of Tasmania

National Automobile Museum of Tasmania 84 Lindsay Street - Invermay
Our Museum is open every day except Christmas Day
(WINTER 10AM - 4PM) 9AM - 5PM Admission to the museum.
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The official National Automobile Museum of Tasmania page keeps you updated with events, exhibits and news. Adult $20.00
Seniors. $16.00
Children under 16 $9.00
Family. $50.00
ADULT Annual admission $50.00

This fantastic 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 MK III is currently on display in our main exhibition room.The Austin-Healey 3000...
31/08/2026

This fantastic 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 MK III is currently on display in our main exhibition room.

The Austin-Healey 3000 was produced from 1959 to 1967. The bodywork was made by Jensen Motors. The vehicles were assembled at BMC`s MG works in Abingdon, alongside MG models. The 3-litre 3000 was a highly successful car, it won its class in many rallies in its heyday and is still raced in classic car competitions by enthusiasts today. British Motor Corporation ended manufacture in 1967, intending its place to be filled by a car with a new, though similar, engine in a more recently designed monocoque MGB variant named MGC. Only on sale for less than three years, the 3000 Mark I BN7 remains one of the rarest and most sought after Big Healey variants, with a combined production tally of just 2,825 units, the majority of these sold to North American customers – best estimates for RHD production are just 157 cars. The car on display has undergone a full restoration by the Healey Factory.

This 1987 Citroën 2CV6 has just arrived.When introduced in 1948, despite the humble appearance, twin-cylinder engine and...
29/08/2026

This 1987 Citroën 2CV6 has just arrived.

When introduced in 1948, despite the humble appearance, twin-cylinder engine and the lack of a distributor, the 2CV was ahead of its rivals by a long shot. Radial tyres, a four-speed gearbox and hydraulic brakes helped it become the first front-wheel-drive car to sell over a million examples. While being remembered as a post-war icon, the design of this innovative automobile began in the mid-1930s, similar to the Volkswagen Beetle. These two cars served a common purpose to their respective countries - as a people's car. A famous story of the 2CV tells of the requirements set out by the designer - it needed to transport four passengers, be able to carry eggs across a rough field without breaking any of them, be able to drive comfortably despite terrible road conditions and have the capacity to carry a 50kg sack of produce & a full cask of wine to the market. The 2CV on display won the national award for the best 2CV at the National Citröen Rally/Cit-In at Murray Bridge.

Just arrived for our "Hall of Muscle".This absolutely beautiful 1970 Valiant VG Pacer in Thar She Blue. It was Ford that...
28/08/2026

Just arrived for our "Hall of Muscle".

This absolutely beautiful 1970 Valiant VG Pacer in Thar She Blue.
It was Ford that kicked off the power wars of the late-'60s, with the V8 powered XR Falcon GT. Not to be left by the wayside Chrysler Australia released its own low-cost, red-hot version of the Valiant. Featuring a high-performance six-cylinder engine and three-speed manual gearbox, the Pacer was aimed firmly at the youth market, previously ignored by Chrysler. Although lacking the V8 power of its rivals the Pacer could race to 180km/h and, at $2798, was a lot cheaper - $400 less than a basic GTS Monaro. The VG Pacer arrived in 1970 powered by a high-performance, two-barrel version of the new Australian made 245cu.in (4.0-litre), six-cylinder Hemi engine. A 'Mod Pack' comprising black bonnet patches and 'spoiler stripes' was available to spice up the exterior. The car on display has undergone a complete restoration.

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This 1906 Orient Buckboard is currently on display in our main exhibition room.Waltham Manufacturing Company was based i...
27/08/2026

This 1906 Orient Buckboard is currently on display in our main exhibition room.

Waltham Manufacturing Company was based in Waltham, Massachusetts and produced a variety of vehicles, including bicycles, motorcycles and early automobiles. They sold these designs under the names of Orient, Waltham, or Waltham-Orient. In the pioneering days of early automotive design, lightweight and inexpensive vehicles were popular and often referred to as ‘Buckboards’, a reference to their wooden construction. According to factory records, around 2500 of these vehicles were manufactured between 1902 and 1907. Just 57 exist today, with a total of 3 residing in Australia. The cars were powered by a single-cylinder air-cooled engine, displacing 584cc and producing 4 horsepower. The Orient on display was sold new in Northern Tasmania – bearing the registration number ‘A264’. In 1906, a Buckboard cost 440 US dollars, the equivalent of $21,000 Australian dollars today!

A different view of an Australian icon, this 1971 Ford Falcon XY GT is now elevated for your viewing pleasure.Widely reg...
26/08/2026

A different view of an Australian icon, this 1971 Ford Falcon XY GT is now elevated for your viewing pleasure.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest Australian muscle cars of all time, the XY Falcon GT was launched in November 1970. Ford further enhanced the Cleveland 351 cubic inch (5.8 Litre) V8 by adding a bigger Autolite 600 cfm four-barrel carburetor and raising the compression ratio to 11.0:1. Externally, the XY GT retained the matte black bonnet panels, grille and rear panel and Super Roo decals but introduced the iconic ‘Shaker’ bonnet scoop for the first time. Ford also improved the GT’s braking capabilities by installing bigger Kelsey-Hayes discs up front. The vehicle on display was built in February of 1971 and has had just three owners since new. It has been restored to factory specification of an ‘Electric Blue’ exterior with a black vinyl interior. It was extensively restored by Rodney Plowman Restorations of Adelaide, South Australia.

JAPANESE CLASSICS TASMANIA — OPEN SEASONOur first JCT Open Season is almost here!September 13th 2026With around 240 spot...
24/08/2026

JAPANESE CLASSICS TASMANIA — OPEN SEASON
Our first JCT Open Season is almost here!

September 13th 2026
With around 240 spots available, we recommend getting in early.

Once the site is full, it’s full.
No entries required

It is still a car show, so please use your discretion when deciding whether to bring your vehicle.

Show starts at 10:00am — we ask that all cars arrive before then.
Show cars enter at the National Automobile Museum of Tasmania, Sports Hut and Peppers Silo Overflow.

Please see the attached map for locations.
If you plan on leaving early, please do not park in the museum car park, as we cannot guarantee access out of the site until the event has finished.

There will be several awards.
Driven Sound Vision Technology – Best Audio Showcase Autobarn Launceston – Top 3

Proudly sponsored by Driven Sound Vision Technology & Autobarn Launceston.

National Automobile Museum of Tasmania
84 Lindsay Street, Invermay
For more information, email [email protected]

This 1971 Datsun Homer is currently on display in our showroom.Built as a tough, no-nonsense commercial work truck for J...
24/08/2026

This 1971 Datsun Homer is currently on display in our showroom.

Built as a tough, no-nonsense commercial work truck for Japan and key export markets, the Datsun Homer was Nissan’s answer to the growing demand for compact, reliable light-duty transport through the 1960s and early 1970s. By 1971, the Homer was in its final and most refined form, offering improved durability and practicality over earlier versions. The Homer, also referred to as the 1.25 tonne in brochures – was powered by a 1567cc inline-four, producing 81 horsepower, 95.5 ft/lb of torque and allowing for a top speed of 111km/h. Available in pickup, tray-back, van and bus configurations, the Homer featured a ladder-frame chassis and leaf-sprung suspension built to handle constant heavy use. While most lived hard working lives and were eventually scrapped, surviving examples are now rare and highly collectable, celebrated for their honest design, mechanical simplicity, and unmistakable early Japanese commercial styling. The Homer directly evolved into Nissan’s Cabstar and Atlas ranges, carrying forward its focus on compact dimensions, reliability, and practical load-carrying. Its legacy helped establish Nissan as a key player in the global light commercial truck market.

The owner is currently seeking a set of original hubcaps to suit a 1971 Datsun Homer. If you have a set available, or know someone who may be able to assist, please contact them on 0407 861 621.

Come take "The Ultimate Road Trip" today!

This expertly restored 1963 MV Agusta 150 Sport RS is on display in our main exhibition hall.In 1959, a new law was intr...
21/08/2026

This expertly restored 1963 MV Agusta 150 Sport RS is on display in our main exhibition hall.

In 1959, a new law was introduced in Italy making it illegal to ride on the highway with a bike that displaced less than 150cc. MV Agusta reworked their 125cc lineup to become 150cc motorcycles, this also included a redesign of the lubrication system. The 150 Sport RS was powered by a 150cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine, producing 13 horsepower, and fuelled by a Dell’Orto carburettor. Reviews in magazines of the period recorded a top speed of 71mph, as well as a dry weight of around 100kg. The 150 Sport RS became a standout in its class, offering impressive performance and handling that made it a favourite among riders looking for a fun and reliable ‘bike in a rapidly changing motorcycle landscape. Production of the 150 Sport RS continued until 1969 when it was effectively replaced by the 250B, although this model was larger – aligning with changing buyer preferences of the late 1960s.

This 1911 Berliet 12HP Roadster is the only vehicle on display you are allowed to sit in or touch!Marius Berliet started...
18/08/2026

This 1911 Berliet 12HP Roadster is the only vehicle on display you are allowed to sit in or touch!

Marius Berliet started his experiments with automobiles in 1894. Single cylinder cars were followed in 1900 by a twin-cylinder model. Berliet started to build four-cylinder automobiles featuring a honeycomb radiator and a steel chassis frame instead of wood. In 1906, Berliet sold the license for manufacturing of his model to the American Locomotive Company. Before World War I, Berliet offered a range of models from 8 CV to 60 CV. The main models had four-cylinder engines and there was a six-cylinder model of 9500cc. A 1539cc model (12CV) was produced between 1910 and 1912. Passenger car production ceased in 1939. The company went on to produce trucks only. The car on display has been shown in this museum on multiple occasions, it has the distinction of being displayed at all three of the museums locations - Waverley, Cimitiere Street and the present-day Lindsay Street location.

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84 Lindsay Street
Launceston, TAS
7250

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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