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 muscle cars. 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.
A bit of history
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 all makes and models of American muscle cars and often attended events, the ever-popular Saturday night cruises and selected annual events. So in early September 2006, Garry with the help of John Mafrici started the American Muscle Car Club of Australia.
Since those early days, the club has grown to include all American automotive marques such as Corvette, Mustang, Shelby Cobra, Camaro, Firebird, Impala, Chrysler, Dodge, and Pontiac plus more. The club also has a rich history of community support, raising much-needed funds for organisations such as the State Emergency Services, The Rural Fire Brigade, Westmead Children's Hospital and the Breast Cancer Council — amounting to over $45,000.00 in donations.
Activities and Events
The club participates in a diverse range of activities which include Show & Shine days, breakfast drives, monthly Tuesday night BBQs at Camden & Thirroul, and regular 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 each month, providing opportunities for everyone to get their cars out and drive while enjoying a diverse range of places that we visit and where possible we always try and support local businesses where ever we go.
The club also organises exciting weekend getaways, including our famous "Muscle Cars on the Murray" event, attended by other clubs and attracts over 100 enthusiasts to Albury each year. We also host a Xmas in July weekend away, a November weekend away where the destination changes every year. We also support other clubs by way of joint runs and in attending charity car shows such as the Lions Club Riverwood Community Fair & Classic Car Show each year where all proceeds are donated to charity.
Membership and Community
Our membership continues to grow, we have over 130 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.
Come along and join Us
If you're interested in joining a great group of people who love their American muscle cars and having some great conversations, and going to destinations far and wide or just going for a cruise then feel free to contact us.
Or come along to one of our monthly meetings held on the last Tuesday of the month (except December) at Wests Leagues Club Leumeah staring at 7.30pm and chat with members and the committee, we guarantee you will want to stay! Visit www.amcca.com.au to explore or download an application form. We’d love to have you on board.