American Muscle Car Club of Australia (AMCCA)

The American muscle car club of Australia isn't your ordinary one make car club - nor is it just group of car crazy enthusiasts that enjoy classic US road warriors. The AMCCA is a group of ordinary people who enjoy each other's company, their extraordinary cars, and most of all love getting out and about for a good time.

American Muscle Car enthusiasts, Garry McLaughlin and John Mafrici, co-founders of the AMCCA, realised in 2006 that whilst many people they'd met were passionate about a specific model, they still admired and were curious about various magnificent driving machines frequenting annual auto events and ever-popular Saturday night cruises.

Garry and John kept hearing a common quip from members of various car clubs, lamenting that they needed a little more variety when it came to appreciating cars, given many were long-standing members of one make clubs and had pretty much learned all they could about their particular Marque.

So in early September 2006, Garry stood down as the president of the NSW Corvette Club and with the help of John Mafrici started the American Muscle Car Club of Australia.

Since the early days, the club has grown to include automotive marques such as Mustang, Corvette, Shelby, Cobra, Camaro, Firebird, Impala, Chrysler, Dodge, and Pontiac on the register.

The club has a rich history of community support, raising much-needed funds for organisations such as the State Emergency Services, The Rural Fire Brigade, and the Breast Cancer Council — amounting to over $45,000.00 in donations.

Activities and Events

The club has many different facets: Show N Shine days, Sunday breakfast drives, the famous Tuesday night BBQs at Camden & Thirroul, and regular South Coast breakfasts where members enjoy good food and great conversation. The overriding theme of the club is simply social — relaxed and fun.

The club prides itself on having a diverse range of events nearly every weekend, providing opportunities for everyone to get their cars out and drive. On average, we plan for approximately 50 or so events per year.

The club also organises exciting weekend getaways, including our famous "Muscle Cars on the Murray" event, attended by other clubs and featuring 50+ cars. We also host a Xmas in July weekend, BBQ days with club-supplied food, and committee-cooked brunches for members to enjoy.

Future plans include barefoot bowls days, AMCCA-sponsored show 'n' shine days, and crazy observation runs. These events foster community, offer social interaction, and encourage members to make new friends and use their cars as often as they like.

Membership and Community

Our membership continues to grow — well over 120 members — along with an expanding range of car models, both old and new. Our forum and Facebook Page are both active and thriving.

While our committee has changed over the years, the current team is as dedicated as ever, ensuring everyone is welcome and enjoys each event they attend.

Join Us

If you're interested in getting up close and personal with a Shelby, going for a run with a Firebird or a Pony, cruising a RS/SS, Dodging Cobras, or experiencing the Sting of a Ray, feel free to contact us.

Or come along to one of our monthly meetings (except December) and chat with members and the committee — we guarantee you’ll want to stay! Visit www.amcca.com.au to explore or download an application form. We’d love to have you on board.