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Nelson Classic Car Museum

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The Nelson Classic Car Museum houses one of New Zealand's finest collections of historic vehicles, with over 100 cars on display. The collection spans the early 1900s through to the 1970s, including Ford Model Ts, vintage Rolls-Royces, and sleek 1960s sports cars. Each vehicle is meticulously restored and presented with informative plaques. The museum also features a small display of vintage motorcycles and automotive memorabilia, making it a must for petrolheads.

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  • Get up close to a 1914 Model T Ford and a 1937 Cord 812 Supercharged
  • Spot rare New Zealand-assembled cars like the Trekka utility vehicle
  • Browse the collection of vintage car badges and enamel signs

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You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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