Updated in October 2026, this Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum guide covers ticket prices, opening hours, parking, accessibility and what to see.
The Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum is a private collection of Australian muscle cars at Bundall, minutes from Surfers Paradise in Queensland. More than 20 vehicles stand beside a free pinball arcade and a Scalextric racing track. You can book through Viator before you travel. As of October 2026, adult entry costs $20, not the $10 to $15 shown by older guides. The museum is closed on Mondays and closes at 14:00 on Sundays.
Quick facts for the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Shop 3/76 Bundall Road, Bundall, Queensland 4217 |
| Opening hours | Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 to 15:00. Sunday 10:00 to 14:00 |
| Closed | Mondays |
| Adult | $20 |
| Couple (2 adults) | $35 |
| Family (2 adults and up to 4 children under 16) | $40 |
| Payment | Cash or card |
| Included | Free play on the pinball machines and the Scalextric track |
| Typical visit | 60 to 90 minutes |
| Phone | 0468 725 368 |
Why book tickets for the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum?
- 🏎️ Only Australian-built muscle cars: Monaros, Toranas, GTs and Chargers from 1968 to 1976 fill the museum.
- 🔥 A Mad Max Interceptor replica: The supercharger on the movie-style Falcon kicks in at the flick of a switch.
- 🕹️ Free pinball and Scalextric: Classic pinball machines and a large slot car track are included in every ticket.
- 📸 Photos in the car of your choice: Visitors can have their photo taken in a car they pick.
- ☔ A rain-or-shine indoor attraction: The museum suits families, couples and car fans on any weather day.
Ticket prices for the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum – and how to book
All prices are in Australian dollars.
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult, general admission | $20 |
| Couple, double pass (2 adults) | $35 |
| Family, daily pass (2 adults and up to 4 children under 16) | $40 |
Walk-ins are welcome, so you do not need to book ahead. You can also buy tickets at the door with cash or card. Every ticket includes free play on the classic pinball machines and the Scalextric racing track. You can book through Viator if you want a ticket in advance.
Opening hours for the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum
The museum opens Tuesday to Sunday. Sunday closes an hour earlier than Saturday, so weekday and weekend hours differ.
| Day | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday to Saturday | 10:00 to 15:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 to 14:00 |
How to get to the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum
The museum is at Shop 3/76 Bundall Road in Bundall. By car, the drive from Surfers Paradise takes about five minutes. Public transport also stops nearby.
Five great things to do on the Gold Coast
- 🐨 Get close to koalas and other adorable creatures – at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.
- 🛥️ Ride the Aquaduck – to explore the Gold Coast on land AND water.
- 🐋 See migrating humpbacks – on a whale-watching cruise.
- 🍽️ Enjoy a cruise along the Gold Coast waterways – with buffet lunch.
- 🪂 Face your fears and leap out of a plane – on a tandem skydive.
Parking at the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum
Parking is available on site, with space for coaches. The museum also has parking for 30 cars for car club meets.
How long to spend at the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum
Allow 60 to 90 minutes to see the cars and play the pinball machines. Add time for the Scalextric track if you race friends. Food is available a few doors away.
Accessibility at the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum
The museum is wheelchair accessible and welcomes visitors with access needs. Surfaces suit wheelchairs and pushchairs, and service animals are allowed.
Contact the museum on 0468 725 368 if you want to plan your visit.
What to see at the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum
The collection. More than 20 Australian-built vehicles are on display, and all are kept in running condition. Monaros, Toranas, GTs, Chargers and Falcon hardtops from 1968 to 1976 lead the line-up.
The Holden Monaro 327. This 1968 Monaro runs a Chevrolet 327 V8 with twin four-barrel carburettors on a high-rise manifold. It makes about 800 horsepower.
The Mad Max Interceptor replica. The car is a tribute to the 1979 movie, built on a Ford Falcon hardtop by race car builder Ron Eagle. A switch brings in the supercharger.
The Ford Falcon XY GT replica. A GTHO replica carries a blueprinted 351 Cleveland and a shaker scoop. It drives the way a new GT should.
The Holden Torana SL/R 5000 and the Chrysler Valiant Charger. The Torana squeezes a 5.0-litre V8 into a compact sports sedan. Two fastback Chargers show the head-turning shape that became a cultural icon.
Motorbikes and models. The display includes a Honda CB750 Four, a Kawasaki Z1 900, an FJ Holden limousine and Bathurst specials. Model cars fill out the displays.
The pinball arcade and Scalextric track. Classic pinball machines are free to play with every ticket. A large slot car track lets you race friends.
Practical visitor tips for the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Book ahead if you prefer | Walk-ins are welcome, but book tickets in advance if you want your ticket ready. |
| Plan around Monday | The museum is closed on Mondays. |
| Arrive early on Sundays | The museum closes at 14:00 on Sundays and at 15:00 on other days. |
| Take photos in the cars | Staff let visitors have their photo taken in the car of their choice. |
| Bring your car club | The museum has parking for 30 cars for club meets. |
Frequently asked questions about the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the opening hours? | Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 15:00 and Sunday from 10:00 to 14:00. It is closed on Mondays. |
| How much does entry cost? | An adult ticket costs $20, a couple’s pass costs $35 and a family pass costs $40. |
| Do I need to book? | No. Walk-ins are welcome, but advance booking is available if you want a ticket in hand. |
| Is the pinball included in the ticket? | Yes. Free play on the pinball machines and the Scalextric track is included. |
| Is the museum wheelchair accessible? | Yes. It is wheelchair accessible and welcomes visitors with access needs. |
Things to do near the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum
Surfers Paradise Beach: A long surf beach beside the high-rise skyline of Surfers Paradise.
Cavill Avenue: The main pedestrian street in the centre of Surfers Paradise.
SkyPoint Observation Deck: A high observation deck above Surfers Paradise.
Broadwater Parklands: A waterfront park on the Broadwater at Southport.
Pacific Fair: A large shopping centre at Broadbeach on the Gold Coast.
Alternatives to the Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum
The options below are other Gold Coast and Brisbane attractions within about two hours’ travel.
HOTA, Home of the Arts: A gallery and performing arts precinct in Surfers Paradise.
Queensland Museum: A natural history and culture museum in South Brisbane.
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary: A wildlife sanctuary at Currumbin on the Gold Coast.
Warner Bros. Movie World: A theme park at Oxenford on the Gold Coast.
Natural Bridge: A natural rock arch and glow worm cave in Springbrook National Park.
More Queensland travel
Other Queensland travel guides on Planet Whitley include:
- What you need to know about the Tamborine Mountain Glow Worm Caves and Curtis Falls in the Gold Coast Hinterland.
- What to expect at Hinze Dam near the Gold Coast.
- Currumbin Beach visitor guide – with parking and lifeguard information.
- What to know before visiting Burleigh Heads Beach on the Gold Coast.
- City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane: A practical visitor guide.
