Visiting the home of the Volkswagen Group South Africa in Uitenhage offers both a nostalgic trip into the heritage of this beloved brand and an exciting glimpse into the future of vehicle technologies.

The AutoPavilion is the on-site automotive museum and expo centre situated at the Volkswagen Factory in Uitenhage. A popular destination for school trips, family outings and motoring enthusiasts, its experiential displays and driving simulators demonstrate how aspects such as solar power, GPS, fuel-saving technologies and vehicle safety features work.

It is also home to a show-stopping collection of around 50 unforgettable vehicles, including the only Volkswagen XL1 hybrid concept car
in South Africa!

The oldest in the fleet is a 1938 DKW F-5 Reichklasse, while the Beetles are a perennial favourite with visitors.
You can meet Jan, a 1949 Beetle – the oldest original Beetle in South Africa, and Matti – the last to roll off the local production line in 1979.

Enjoy over 80 years of automotive history – from early Studebakers to the iconic Citi Golf; the original “hippie wagon”, the Kombi; and
the Audi S1 Sport Quattro, which changed the face of rally driving in South Africa.

103 Algoa Rd, Alexander Park,
Kariega, 6230, South Africa
P: +27419945941
Email: autopavilion@vwsa.co.za

AutoPavilion Admission:

Plan: 1-2hr

AutoPavilion Hours:

Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4 pm
First Saturday of each month 10 am – 1 pm

autopavilion.co.za

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The James Hall Museum of Transport in Johannesburg is the largest and most comprehensive museum of land transport in South Africa. It was established by the Late Jimmie Hall together with the City of Johannesburg in February 1964.

The JHMT gives visitors a rare glimpse of Johannesburg’s transport history, dating back more than a century. The museum is the most comprehensive land transport museum in South Africa, with thematic displays and exhibits in the various exhibition halls.

In addition there is a fascinating collection of memorabilia, artefacts and special interest vehicles as well as an extremely rare and exciting steam vehicle collection.

Klipriviersberg 106-Ir,
Johannesburg South, 2197, South Africa
P: +27114359485
Email: veronicap@joburg.org.za

James Hall Museum of Transport Admission:

Plan: 1-2hr

James Hall Museum of Transport Hours:

Tuesday – Sunday 9 am – 4:30 pm

jhmt.org.za

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Les Boshoff is the founder and owner of Wijnland Auto Museum, which is filled with a yesteryear character – it has all the charm for any car enthusiast. There is a car for everyone at Wijnland Auto Museum and an owner who has a passion for what he does.

60 Tarentaal Rd, Joostenberg Vlakte,
Cape Town, 7570, South Africa
P: +27837377107
Email: maree7777@gmail.com

Wijnland Auto Museum Admission:

Plan: 1-2hr

Wijnland Auto Museum Hours:

Daily 7:30 am – 5:30 pm

wijnlandautomuseum.co.za

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Franschhoek Motor Museum is a must-see South African venue. Showcasing over a 100 years of automotive history it caters to tourists, local families and motor enthusiasts alike. The museum’s collection exceeds 220 vehicles – such as the 1898 Beeston motor tricycle – with more than 80 exhibits that are available to view at any one time, displayed in four de-humidified halls with a total floor area of 2700 mÇ, and presented in chronological order.

With a unique and exciting collection of vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and memorabilia in the magnificent setting of L’Ormarins, Franschhoek, you can book a museum tour, have a snack at our deli, or take a tram ride to Anthonij Rupert Wines for a wine tasting.

R45, Franschhoek,
7690, South Africa
P: +27 (0)21 874 9002
Email: fmm@fmm.co.za

Franschhoek Motor Museum Admission:

Plan: 1-2hr

Franschhoek Motor Museum Hours:

Monday – Friday 10 am 5 pm
Saturday & Sunday 10 am – 4 pm

fmm.co.za

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