In this episode of Aussie Garage, we headed down to Armadale Auto Parts for the legendary Caffeine & Gasoline public holiday car meet, where the streets were completely packed with an incredible mix of Holdens, Falcons, Valiants, hot rods, American cruisers and rare classic builds.

If you love Aussie muscle cars, garage-built street machines and classic car culture, this meet is one of the best places in WA to see it all in one spot.

From immaculate restorations to tough street-driven builds, there was a huge variety of cars rolling through the event all morning, making it one of the biggest turnouts yet.

A Massive Turnout of Classic Cars and Street Machines

One of the things that makes Caffeine & Gasoline Armadale so popular is the incredible diversity of cars that show up. This event attracts enthusiasts from across Perth and surrounding regions, bringing everything from original classic cruisers to highly modified performance builds.

Walking around the meet we spotted some incredible machinery, including a tough Holden Torana SLR running a 400 Chev V8, a beautiful HK GTS Monaro, classic Chevy hot rods, old-school Falcons, rare Japanese classics and even a few unexpected gems.

The streets around Armadale Auto Parts were lined with vehicles from every era of car culture, creating an atmosphere that perfectly represents the passion behind the Australian car community.

Tough Holden Toranas and Aussie Muscle

A standout at the meet was a Holden Torana SLR fitted with a 400 Chev, giving it that unmistakable tough street machine presence. With its aggressive stance and race-inspired look, this Torana featured a large drop tank setup, giving it that classic drag racing and burnout car vibe.

Toranas have long been a favourite in the Aussie performance scene, and builds like this show exactly why they remain one of the most popular Aussie muscle cars on the road today.

We also spotted a stunning HK GTS Monaro, one of the most iconic classic Holdens ever produced. With its timeless styling and legendary reputation in Australian motorsport history, the HK Monaro continues to be one of the most desirable muscle cars in the country.

Hot Rods, Pickups and Garage-Built Projects

Beyond the classic Aussie muscle cars, there were also some incredible hot rods and custom pickups on display.

One standout build was a beautiful hot rod pickup that had been built entirely in a home garage, showcasing the dedication and craftsmanship that defines the hot rod community.

These kinds of builds represent the true spirit of garage-built car culture, where enthusiasts spend countless hours designing, fabricating and perfecting their projects.

The variety of hot rods at the event ranged from traditional old-school rods to modernised street machines, proving that the hot rod scene in Western Australia is still thriving.

Rare Classics and Unique Street Cars

One of the best parts of attending events like Caffeine & Gasoline is the chance to see rare or unusual vehicles that you don’t often come across on the street.

Among the highlights were a Mazda RX2, a classic Mitsubishi Sigma, and several unique Valiant wagons that stood out from the crowd.

These rare classics help showcase just how diverse the Australian car scene really is, with enthusiasts preserving and modifying everything from Japanese classics to Australian muscle cars and American cruisers.

Seeing these cars side-by-side with Holdens, Falcons, hot rods and custom builds makes the event feel like a rolling museum of automotive history.

Owner Interviews and Build Stories

One of the best parts of the Aussie Garage coverage of Caffeine & Gasoline is getting the chance to talk directly with the owners behind these incredible machines.

Throughout the event we chatted with several builders and owners who shared the stories behind their cars, including the inspiration for their builds, the challenges they faced during the project and what makes their car special.

These interviews give a real insight into the passion that drives the Australian car community and the dedication it takes to build and maintain these classic machines.

From home-built hot rods to powerful street machines, every car at the event has its own story.

What Makes Caffeine & Gasoline So Popular

The Caffeine & Gasoline car meet at Armadale Auto Parts has become one of the most well-known casual car meets in Western Australia.

Held regularly on public holidays, the event brings together car enthusiasts, families and photographers for a relaxed morning surrounded by some incredible machines.

Because the event is free and open to the public, it attracts a huge range of vehicles including:

• Holden Toranas and Monaros
• Ford Falcons and Aussie muscle cars
• Valiants and classic wagons
• American hot rods and cruisers
• Custom pickups and street machines
• Rare classics and Japanese performance cars

This relaxed and welcoming environment is exactly why Caffeine & Gasoline continues to grow in popularity with each event.

The Heart of WA Car Culture

Events like Caffeine & Gasoline are a perfect example of how strong the Western Australian car community really is.

From long-time collectors preserving classic muscle cars to younger enthusiasts building their first project cars, the event brings together multiple generations of car lovers.

The atmosphere is always friendly, relaxed and full of people who share the same passion for cars, making it one of the best places to experience the real spirit of the Aussie automotive scene.

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March – Busselton Cars & Coffee

Date: Sunday 2^nd March 2025

Time: 8AM – 10AM

Location: Koorden Pl, Busselton

Details: Sunday March 2nd – first Sunday of every month
8-10am – come & go as you please
Koorden Pl, Busselton – off Causeway Rd behind Western Growers

Please be mindful of parking to allow everyone to fit

For More Details CLICK HERE

March Classic Cars and Coffee

Date: Sunday 2^nd March 2025

Time: 8.30am to 10.30am

Location: UWA

Details: Traditionally a big event so please consider entering from Hackett drive South to avoid queues. This worked great for our NYE and February event so let’s keep the momentum.

Park up, grab a coffee, and see some of Perth’s best cars, along with great company and a very friendly atmosphere. Entry proceeds go to support the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.

NOT JUST Classic Cars and Coffee. We welcome makes and models of vintage, classic, rare modern sports, and luxury specifications, cars and bikes. Please check website for inclusions.

NOTE ***we expect this to be a full event so please don’t be offended if turned away”. Please enter from Hackett drive south if you are coming from the Western Suburbs/Freo etc as Hackett drive North is expected to be very congested.

For More Details CLICK HERE

Yarloop Charity Car Cruise

Date: Sunday 2^nd March 2025

Time: 11AM – 2PM

Location: Yarloop Bowling Club

Details: It’s that time again – Sue and Steve are raising funds for the Yarloop Bowling Club.

Yarloop Bowling club’s fully licensed Bar will be open from 11am, and a charity sausage Sizzle will also be held by the bowling club.
There will be an ice-cream van too!!

All donations will be given to the bowling club.

1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes in 4 categories will be awarded.
Raffle drawn and trophies presented at 1pm.
It always turns out to be a great day, we hope to see you there!

For More Details CLICK HERE

PJC Presents: Imports on Tap

Date: Sunday 2^nd March 2025

Time: 1PM

Location: 8731 West Swan Rd Henley Brook

Details: Join us for an exclusive static car showcase at Valley Social, bringing together Perth’s finest Japanese performance cars and a selection of high-end supercars in a premium setting, with professional media coverage capturing the event.

Event Details:

Entry Fee: $30 per car | $10 per spectator
Professional photography & videography will be provided, with high-quality images available for download after the event.

For More Details CLICK HERE

Meet, Greet and Tunnel Cruise

Date: Sunday 2^nd March 2025

Time: 7PM – 11PM

Location: 283 Beeliar Dr, Yangebup

Details: Meet at ALDI car park Beeliar at 7pm meet and greet other steel bumper and 30 year rolling owners then head off for a tunnel run

For More Details CLICK HERE

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Caffeine and Gasoline March

Date: Monday 3^rd March 2025

Time: 9AM – 11AM

Location: 13 Gilliam Drive Kelmscott

Details: Casual car show at our shop, park in our yard or on the verge of neighboring businesses. Coffee van in attendance.

For More Details CLICK HERE

Burgers, Bikes and Steel Bumpers in Midland

Date: Thursday 6^th March 2025

Time: 6PM – 8.30PM

Location: Midland Megaplex

Details: BURGERS, BIKES & STEEL BUMPERS IN MIDLAND!!!

The Steel Bumpers and Bikes are coming to Midland Megaplex on Thursday the 6th of March!!!

If you love Classics, Hot-rods, American Muscle Cars and Motorcycles, head to Midland Megaplex to check out the Steel Bumpers and Bikes for some mid week FUN!!!

There will be good trucks at the event

For More Details CLICK HERE

West Coast Show & Go #10

Date: Saturday 8^th March 2025

Time: 5.30PM

Location: Autobarn Carpark in Belmont

Details: Hey everyone
Let’s get all geared up for the 10th West Coast Show & Go this March!
We will start with a massive meet and car show at the carpark at Autobarn in Belmont, then we will be heading off for a killer cruise on the streets of Perth to finish off the night!
The car show and meet will be from 5:30pm until 8pm, which gives everyone the opportunity to get along and park up when they can, then at 8pm it will be bonnets down to head off on the cruise.

For More Details CLICK HERE

Steel Bumper March – Aussie Garage Will Be Here

Date: Sunday 9^th March 2025

Time: 10AM

Location: Chidlow Tavern

Details: Car cruise and meet featuring steel bumper cars, classics, street machines, hot rods, and muscle cars. Hosted by the Chidlow Tavern

For More Details CLICK HERE

ACC Cars in the Valley- March

Date: Sunday 9^th March 2025

Time: 10AM – 2PM

Location: Get ready for the next edition of our iconic event ACC Cars In The Valley, happening March 9th from 10 AM to 2 PM at the picture perfect Nikola Estate!

This event brings together Perth’s best cars lined up on a grass pavilion with an awesome background of tree lines and greenery! This is a different type of car event where attendees can sip on award-winning wines and enjoy gourmet food amidst an array of high-performance, exotic, and luxury cars. Entry for spectators is free and there’s plenty of parking available. Car enthusiasts wishing to display their vehicles can register on the day or online for just $20, which includes a complimentary coffee. Register your display here: https://ayani.au/event/acc-cars-in-the-valley-march/

For More Details CLICK HERE

LowWest – March

Date: Sunday 9^th March 2025

Time: 11AM – 3PM

Location: Valley Social – 8793 West Swan Rd, Henley Brook

Details: Western Australia’s dedicated Lowrider lifestyle show n shine event is back for 2025!

Welcoming all Traditional Lowriders, Custom Classics and Mini-trucks.

Family friendly event.
FREE entry for spectators!

– Venue Opens & Free Spectator Entry from 11am.
– LowWest Bar & BBQ station open from 11am.
– DJ Safari on the tunes all day.
– Awards presentation 2pm.
– Show finishes 3pm.

For More Details CLICK HERE

Rumble #68

Date: Saturday 15^th March 2025

Time: 6PM

Location: Dome Café Rockingham

Details: Starting at 6pm.
Possible cruise, dependent on weather!
Memberships available.
C4C endorsements available

For More Details CLICK HERE

Mt Marshall Motor Show

Date: Saturday 15th March 2025

Time: 8.30AM

Location: Bencubbin Recreation Ground

Details: Cars, Truck and Bikes all welcome to attend. Please call Karen Peters for more Info.

For More Details CLICK HERE

AVVVA Annual Vintage Swap Meet – AGTV Will Be Here

Date: Sunday 16^th March 2025

Time: 7AM

Location: Toodyay Show Grounds

Details: TOODYAY VINTAGE
SWAP MEET
New Venue !
Sunday 16th March 2025
Toodyay Oval (Showground) TOODYAY
Selling: Vintage Cars, Trucks, Tractors, Motorcycles, Machinery, Engines, Used Spare Parts, Collectables, Household Items, etc .

For More Details CLICK HERE

SEE Subiaco Euro Spritz @ Subi Spritz

Date: Sunday 16^th March 2025

Time: 9AM – 11AM

Location: Market Square Park Subiaco

Details: An exclusive display for all Pre 2000 European and British cars as part of the Subi Spritz Program. Market square garden will come alive with Euro and Brit classics transporting you to a bygone era of la dolce vita! Spaces are limited so registrations are crucial. Register here

For More Details CLICK HERE

Cruise to Dwellingup Pub

Date: Sunday 16^th March 2025

Time: 10AM – 11AM

Location: Dwellingup Pub – 11 Marrinup St Dwellingup

Details: Free to attend
All Holden and GM welcome

Meeting at Supercheap Cockburn
49/67 Armadale rd Armadale around 10:45am
Leaving at 11:00am
Heading to Dwellingup pub for lunch

Photos and videos will be taken during this cruise and a trophy presented for the best presented car

For More Details CLICK HERE

Cars and Culture Perth

Date: Sunday 23^rd March 2025

Time: 9AM

Location: Perth Motorplex

Details: Motor Culture Event’s proudly present’s, Cars & Culture Perth!

At Motor Culture Australia, we take pride in being Australia’s most diverse and rewarding automotive community, with all our events reflecting this. Cars are our passion, and our mission is to unite the automotive community through our shared love for vehicles, by providing a welcoming community where all are welcome. Cars & Culture is our Australia wide, signature car show, where enthusiasts and like-minded individuals come together to showcase their pride and joy! For us, it’s not just about the vehicles, but about celebrating the stories behind them and the connections they create.
Whether you own a Hot Rod, JDM, Super Car, Classic or even a bike (or anything in between), we’d love to see you at one of our events!

For More Details CLICK HERE

Byford Classic Car Club Bi-Annual Meet & Greet

Date: Sunday 30^th March 2025

Time: 8.30AM 10.30AM

Location: 88 Linton Rd North, Byford WA

Details: BYFORD CLASSIC CAR CLUB BI-ANNUAL MEET & GREET.

Last year was spectacular, so be sure to save this date!

Up to 200 cars are expected to attend a meet-and-greet at the Byford Districts Country Club on Sunday, MARCH 30th, 2025, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., including a car display.

Coffee and food vans will be on-site!

ENTRY FEE – GOLD COIN DONATION – this will be donated to the charity we choose closer to the date.

For More Details CLICK HERE

ZFest West

Date: Sunday 30^th March 2025

Time: 9AM

Location: Stirling Square

Details: See Facebook page

For More Details CLICK HERE

WA HSVNC Supercheap Auto Butler ALL GM Car Display

Date: Sunday 30^th March 2025

Time: 10AM – 11AM

Location: 8 Butler Bvd, Butler

Details: Free to attend!

All Holden & GM welcome.

10am until 11am PERTH TIME.
Followed by a cruise and lunch to two rocks tavern

For More Details CLICK HERE

Rumble and Coffee #41

Date: Sunday 30^th March 2025

Time: 10AM

Location: Rumble and Coffee #41
Meeting in the carpark of the old Port Kennedy Bunnings
Grab a coffee from Pinjarra Bakery across the road
Have a chat and meet some new friends

For More Details CLICK HERE

We will list more event throughout the month of March for events in WA. If you have event that you want posted, then email Aussie Garage at info@aussiegaragetv.com.au. Wherever you choice to cruise in your ride, Aussie Garage wished the best for you to get out there and enjoy it.

Also check Events on Facebook at CLICK HERE and WASMA for C4C Events as well at CLICK HERE

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