Name: Mangatainoka Motors American Car Day
Start: 2025-04-27T09:00:00+12:00
Location: Statehighway 2, Mangatainoka, New Zealand 4982

Attention all Kiwi petrolheads! Buckle up for a rip-roaring day at our Car Days, where you can flaunt your sweet ride to fellow enthusiasts and the public alike. Plus, you'll have the chance to compete for some epic prizes that are sure to rev your engine!
Get ready to soak up the atmosphere with live music, delicious grub, and a refreshing ale. Swing by the Histui Museum for a bit of nostalgia, or hit up the Tui Shop for some merch to show off your Tui pride. Or, if you’re feeling laid-back, just kick back, relax, and let the crowd admire your ride while you swap stories with mates and family.
PRIZE CATEGORIES:
We’ve got a treasure trove of fantastic prizes up for grabs! From Most Original to the ever-coveted Star of the Show, there’s something for everyone!
- Most Original – For the ride that makes jaws drop!
- Local Star – Must be from Wairarapa or Tararua (home turf pride, baby!)
- Furthest Travelled – For those brave enough to put some serious miles on the clock!
- People’s Choice – Because the crowd knows best!
- Star of the Show – Walk away with a whopping $500 Tui voucher! (You know you want it!)
KEY TIMINGS FOR THE DAY:
- 09:00 AM - Gates open for cars (let the engines roar!)
- 10:00 AM - Gates open for the public (let the ogling commence!)
- 10:45 AM - All competing cars to be parked (no late arrivals, please!)
- 11:00 AM - Registrations close (don’t miss out!)
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Judging takes place (bring your A-game!)
- 12:30 PM - Prize giving (who will take home the glory?)
- Immediately after prize giving - Group photo under the iconic Tui Tower (strike a pose!)
- 4:00 PM - Tui Brewery closes (but we do it all again the following month!)
PRE-REGISTER YOUR VEHICLE:
Why wait? Pre-register your vehicle or bike now for just $10 online. Just jump onto the website and on the day you can just park up, and flash your email confirmation on your dashboard. Easy peasy!
And if you forget to pre-register? No sweat! You can still sign up on the day.
All proceeds from registrations go towards the Mangatainoka Motors Reserve Restoration Project. It’s a win-win!
So, gather your crew, polish that ride, and join us for a day of laughter, camaraderie, and, of course, some seriously sweet wheels. We can’t wait to see you there!