Recent Club Events
| Date | Event |
| October 2018 | |
| Sun 7th | Cars N Coffee Meet at 8am to display your car or just have a coffee. There will be coffee vans, a scrumptious barbecue as well as other food vans, some trade displays and easy listening music to chill out to while enjoying the Sunday morning atmosphere. Everything from Ferraris to FJ Holdens, Peugeots to Porsches, Mustangs to Maseratis will gather on the lawns for a morning to celebrate the cars, to meet others interested in cars and to have some nice food. The Sunday morning format allows car aficionados Location: St Ives Showground 450 Mona Vale Rd, St Ives. Cars&Coffee  Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Wed 3rd | MBC-NSW General Meeting - Canada Bay Club Members and guests are welcome as we discuss club business, meet new members, watch Merc related videos, listen to guest speakers, enter the raffle draw and chat afterwards. Time: 7.30pm. Location: Canada Bay Club. Meeting Point: 4 William St, Five Dock NSW. Canada Bay Club secretary@mbcnsw.org.au |
| September 2018 | |
| Sat 29th | Cocktail Party ** BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL ** Sipping champagne as you glide between magnificent AMG Mercedes-Benz whilst being entertained by a jazz trio, as wonderful canapes delight your senses and you catch up with friends from the club, is perhaps the perfect event for many! Gentlemen please wear Black Tie, and gather at AMG Performance Centre, 2 Reginald Ansett Drive, Mascot from 5.30pm-8pm For MBCNSW members and invited guests only. Tickets $40 pp Time: Please book on https://www.trybooking.com/408037. Location: AMG Sydney. AMG Sydney social@mbcnsw.org.au |
| Sun 23rd | ACT Concours at Pialligo Winery MBC-ACT |
| Wed 19th | Mid Week Drive -- Blue Mountains Meet 10am for 10:30am departure at McDonald's M4 West M4 Fwy, Eastern Creek. Travel through the scene farmlands of Agnes Banks and Yarramundi crossing the Nepean River travelling the scenic back roads through Hawkesbury Heights to Springwood finishing at the Carrington Hotel for lunch. Time: Please book on https://www.trybooking.com/XPLZ. The Carrington Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Sun 16th | Sunday Drive - Palm Beach Meet 10am for 10:30am departure at Bond's Nursery 277 Mona Vale Rd, Terrey Hills for a scenic drive through Cottage Point to the Dunes Restaurant at Palm Beach. Please bring your W123, W124, W126 model cars, and as always ALL models are welcome. Time: Please book on https://www.trybooking.com/408032. Dunes Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Wed 5th | MBC-NSW General Meeting - Canada Bay Club Members and guests are welcome as we discuss club business, meet new members, watch Merc related videos, listen to guest speakers, enter the raffle draw and chat afterwards. Time: 7.30pm. Location: Canada Bay Club. Meeting Point: 4 William St, Five Dock NSW. Canada Bay Club secretary@mbcnsw.org.au |
| Sat 1st | Event Disclaimer PLEASE note event dates and times are subject to change, usually due to factors beyond MBCNSW control. Please check the website and Facebook for changes. Thank you. |
| August 2018 | |
| Sun 19th | Cars N Coffee - Vaucluse House Vaucluse House is an historic estate in the Gothic Revival style located in the harbourside suburb of Vaucluse in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The suburb takes its name from this house. After breakfast you can walk around the magnificent manicured gardens and take in the history of the house. Time: 8am at Vaucluse House for breakfast and coffee. Location: 69A Wentworth Rd, Vaucluse. Meeting Point: N/A. Vaucluse House Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Sat 18th | AMG Track Day Marulan This is an Open Practice Track Day and 10 spots have been booked for the MBCNSW. Practice fee is $150.00 per driver. Licence Fee $50.00 driver (valid for 12 months) if not a current holder of a CAMS or National Race licence. (Cams Level 2 Licence accepted). Please note you must bring your valid competition licence with you when attending or you will be required to purchase a MDTC Track Licence. All competition licences must be sighted at sign-on. Drivers are grouped in sessions based on lev Time: 8am. Location: Marulan Dirt & Track Circuit, 8 Prairie Oak Road, Marulan. Meeting Point: At Track. Marulan Dirt & Tar Circuit Greg Vains 0408-531-884 Pascal Adolphe: 0404 096 386 Nick Harris: 0408 228 305 |
| Wed 15th | Mid Week Drive -- Hawkesbury River Meet 10am for 10:30am departure at McDonald's Round Corner Dural Cnr New Line & Old Northern Roads. Travel the Old Northern Rd to Wiseman's Ferry driving along the scenic Hawkesbury River to Lower Portland returning to Glenhaven for lunch at Frankie's Food Factory within the Flower Power complex. 609 Old Northern Rd, Glenhaven Frankies Food Factory Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Sun 12th | Shannons Eastern Creek Classic Premier show day for all car clubs in NSW. Bring your lunch and have a drive down memory lane as you look over 1600 classic and vintage cars. Spaces are LIMITED and tickets MUST be purchased in ADVANCE from the Club Treasurer to display your car. Time: 8am. Meeting Point: Sydney Motor Sport Park, Ferrers Rd, Eastern Creek. Shannons Eastern Creek Classic treasurer@mbcnsw.org.au |
| Wed 1st | MBC-NSW General Meeting - Canada Bay Club Members and guests are welcome as we discuss club business, meet new members, watch Merc related videos, listen to guest speakers, enter the raffle draw and chat afterwards. Time: 7.30pm. Location: Canada Bay Club. Meeting Point: 4 William St, Five Dock NSW. Canada Bay Club secretary@mbcnsw.org.au |
| July 2018 | |
| Sat 28th | Tech Day - Car Day Spa Let the experts show you how to get your Mercedes up to winning condition with this 'hands on' workshop ** RSVP by Sat 21 July ** Lunch and refreshments provided. Time: 12.00pm. Location: Auto Salon d'Elegance, 32-34 Percy St, Auburn NSW. Auto Salon d.Elegance Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Sun 22nd | Sunday Drive - Wollombi Please join us for a drive through the beautiful countryside of rural northern Sydney as we head up the Old Pacific Highway to Peats Ridge, and on to the quaint little village of Wollombi (what great drive that is!) Meet at 8am for a 8:30am departure at DEMP 1, McDonald's Thornleigh Overflow Carkpark 10-12 Phyllis Ave, Thornleigh Hunter Valley Gardens Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Wed 18th | Mid Week Drive Travel along the scenic roads of the Macarthur Region, crossing the Nepean River causeway at Douglas Park driving through Broughton Pass to arrive at the historic town of Appin for lunch at the Appin Hotel. Meet at 10am for a 10:30am departure at Uncle Leo's Roadhouse crossroads Caltex petrol station at Lot 1 Campbelltown Rd, Glenfield Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Sat 14th | Tech Day - Old Timer Centre Come over and listen as trade specialists go through various techniques and methods of all model car maintenance. Meet at 1pm at the Old Timer Centre 101-103 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204. Browse the huge selection of makes and models on display. Time: 1pm. Location: 101-103 Illawara Road, Marrickville. Meeting Point: N/A. Old Timer Centre Greg Vains phone 0408-531-884 |
| Wed 4th | MBC-NSW General Meeting - Canada Bay Club Members and guests are welcome as we discuss club business, meet new members, watch Merc related videos, listen to guest speakers, enter the raffle draw and chat afterwards. Time: 7.30am. Location: Canada Bay Club. Meeting Point: 4 William St, Five Dock NSW. Canada Bay Club secretary@mbcnsw.org.au |
| June 2018 | |
| Sun 24th | Sunday Drive - High Tea Sunday 24th June at Peppers Manor House, Suttons Forest ** BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL ** Cost $40 per member Time: 12:00. Peppers Manor House Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Wed 20th | Mid Week Drive Drive down the Old Princes Highway stopping for a coffee at Bald Hill lookout taking in the stunning views of the South Coast and then travel through the scenic Royal National park to Bundeena for lunch. Time: Meet 10am for 10:30am departure. Meeting Point: Hazelhurst Regional Gallery car park, 782 Kingsway Gymea. Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Sat 16th | Tech Day - AMG Sydney Meet at 4pm (not before) at the new AMG Centre Sydney for a tour around the workshop as well as gaining a first hand explanation on how they service and repair AMG vehicles. The Centre is located at Sir Reginald Ansett Drive, Mascot (access is via Ninth Street which is off Joyce Drive). Note: please do not arrive early as the Centre has an end of financial year sale on this weekend and they have specifically requested that we do not fill their car park before 4pm. Time: ONLY for MEMBERS or NEW members of MBCNSW. Greg Vains phone 0408-531-884 |
| Sat 9th | Weekend Away - Fawlty Towers Dining Experience Come along for a fun filled long weekend at the Carrington Inn Bungendore only 3 hours from Sydney. Meet Saturday 9th at 11am for brunch at the Paragon Cafe in Goulburn then visit Wakefield raceway and drive onto Bungendore. Check in at the Carrington Inn with the afternoon free to walk around town and explore. Saturday night at 7pm will be dinner and a show at the Carrington Inn. On Sunday explore the historic areas around Captains Flat and Braidwood or visit the many wineries. Time: TBA. Location: TBA. Carrington Inn Bungendore Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Wed 6th | MBC-NSW General Meeting - Canada Bay Club Members and guests are welcome as we discuss club business, meet new members, watch Merc related videos, listen to guest speakers, enter the raffle draw and chat afterwards. Time: 7.30pm. Location: Canada Bay Club. Meeting Point: 4 William St, Five Dock NSW. Canada Bay Club secretary@mbcnsw.org.au |
| Fri 1st | Event Disclaimer PLEASE note event dates and times are subject to change, usually due to factors beyond MBCNSW control. Please check the website and Facebook for changes. Thank you. |
| May 2018 | |
| Sun 20th | Sunday Drive - National Motor Heritage Day Join us for a scenic drive to beautiful Berry (between Kiama and The Southern Highlands) and participation in the National Motor Heritage Day display. Lots of Cafes in the Historic town, a Great day out. Time: Meet 7.30am for 8am departure (sharp). Meeting Point: Hazelhurst Gallery, 782 Kingsway, Gymea. National Motor Heritage Day Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Wed 16th | Mid Week Drive Travel through the picturesque Berowra valley driving the Galston Gorge to Hornsby Heights then follow the old Pacific Highway to Berowra and onto Berowra Waters crossing the Berowra Creek by cable car ferry then drive through the rural suburbs of Arcadia and Galston onto Glenorie bakery for lunch. Time: Meet 10am for 10:30am departure. Meeting Point: McDonald's Dural Corner New Line & Old Northern Roads, Dural. Glenorie backery Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Fri 4th | Weekend Away - Trundle ABBA Festival Fri 4 May - Meet 8am at the Mt Blue Cafe, 5 Wascoe St Glenbrook. Travel to Bathurst, drive around Mt Panorama, Lunch in Bathurst, then head to Parkes for 2 night stay .. Sat 5 May - Step back in time to ride the beautifully-restored 1930s Lachlan Valley Railway's vintage train to the Trundle ABBA Festival .. Sun 6 May - Visit the DISH CSIROs Radio Telescope, visit Henry Parkes Centre and Museum, after lunch leave Parkes for return to Sydney via Orange, Bathurst and Lithgow and Bells Line of Road Time: 09:00am. Meeting Point: Mt Blue Cafe, 5 Wascoe St Glenbrook. Trundle ABBA Festival Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Wed 2nd | MBC-NSW General Meeting - Canada Bay Club Members and guests are welcome as we discuss club business, meet new members, watch Merc related videos, listen to guest speakers, enter the raffle draw and chat afterwards. Time: 7.30pm. Location: Canada Bay Club. Meeting Point: 4 William St, Five Dock NSW. Canada Bay Club secretary@mbcnsw.org.au |
| April 2018 | |
| Fri 27th | Weekend Away - Wings Wheels Wine Fri 27 Apr - travel to Goulburn for lunch then drive through Crookwell to stay in Bathurst and visit Mount Panorama .. Sat 28 Apr - travel via Sofala, Ilford, Kandos, Rylstone and stay in Mudgee .. Sun 29 Apr - visit the Wings air show and display our cars at the air show .. Note ** URGENT ** for members to book their own accommodation as few rooms available in Mudgee or Gulgong, Bathurst is OK. Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Tue 24th | Mid Week Drive Take a trip back in time visiting Alison Homestead in the Wyong district. Built in 1825, set on two hectares in a rural setting, displaying memorabilia, photos, machinery, tools and equipment relating to the early settlers of Wyong and surrounds. Entry fee $5.00. Tea, coffee and scones $5.00 ** Booking ESSENTIAL for morning tea ** Meet at McDonalds, Thornleigh 218-226 Pennant Hills Rd, Thornleigh. Alison Homestead Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Sun 22nd | Cars N Coffee - Deck House Meet 08.30 am at the Deck House .. Limited seating so ** BOOKING ESSENTIAL ** Time: 8:00am. Location: Clarke Rd Woolwich. Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Sat 14th | National Rally hosted by VIC and ACT clubs Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Sat 7th | AMG Drive Saturday evening AMG drive! ... Meet at 5pm at new Sydney AMG Centre in Mascot at Sir Reginald Ansett Dr, Mascot ... access is via Ninth Street which is left off Joyce Drice ... Depart at 5.30pm for drive down the south coast through the Royal National Park over the Sea Cliff Bridge to the Headland Hotel at Austinmer for dinner. AMG Sydney Greg Vains phone 0408-531-884 |
| Wed 4th | MBC-NSW General Meeting - Canada Bay Club Members and guests are welcome as we discuss club business, meet new members, watch Merc related videos, listen to guest speakers, enter the raffle draw and chat afterwards. Time: 7.30pm. Location: Canada Bay Club. Meeting Point: 4 William St, Five Dock NSW. Canada Bay Club secretary@mbcnsw.org.au |
| Sun 1st | Event Disclaimer PLEASE note event dates and times are subject to change, usually due to factors beyond MBCNSW control. Please check the website and Facebook for changes. Thank you. |
| March 2018 | |
| Sat 17th | All German Vehicle Show 'n' Shine Hosted by the Mercedes-Benz Classic Car Club under the trees at Wickham Park, corner of Maitland Road and Albert Street Islington. Fine German food and coffee will once again be on site. Entry fee applies. Check MBCCC website for details. Time: Meet at 7:00am for 7:30am departure.  Meeting Point: McDonalds overflow car park, 10-12 Phyllis Ave, Thornleigh. MBCCC Show 'n Shine Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Wed 14th | Mid Week Drive - Viva la Pie 'n' Pizza Join us for an interesting drive to lunch at Bilpin Apple Pie, Cottage Orchard Cafe where our host, Sam, our Elvis Presley tribute artist, will perform his songs while serving us lunch. Location: Bilpin Apple Pie, Cottage Orchard Cafe 3158 Bells Line of Rd, Bilpin. Meeting Point: McDonald's Windsor Rd & Groves Avenue at 10am for 10:30am departure. Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Sat 10th | Tech Day - Alex Auto Services Enjoy a BBQ lunch followed by on hoist demonstrations of repairs on Mercedes and other Classic cars. Not to be missed! Time: 11:30am. Meeting Point: 63 Bay St corner Chegwyn St Botany. Alex Auto Services Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Wed 7th | MBCNSW General Meeting - Canada Bay Club Members and guests are welcome as we discuss club business, meet new members, watch Merc related videos, listen to guest speakers, enter the raffle draw and chat afterwards. Time: 7.30pm. Location: Canada Bay Club. Meeting Point: 4 William St, Five Dock NSW. Canada Bay Club secretary@mbcnsw.org.au |
| February 2018 | |
| Sun 25th | Sunday Drive - Southern Highlands Join us for lunch at Burrawang General Store 11 Hoddle St Burrawang. Meet 10am for 10:30am departure at Pheasants Nest 7Eleven petrol station south bound 12 Hume Motorway, Pheasants Nest. Travel the scenic Southern Highlands roads through Remembrance Drive and Old Hume Highway. ** Bookings Essential ** Time: Meet 10am for 10.30 departure. Location: 11 Hoddle St Burrawang. Meeting Point: Pheasants Nest 7Eleven petrol station M31 south bound. Burrawang General Store Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Wed 21st | Mid Week Drive - Gerroa Boat & Fishermans Club Drive down the south coast, visiting the Nan Tien Temple then travelling through picturesque Jamberoo Valley to Lunch at Gerroa Boat & Fisherman's Club. Meet 9:30am at Hazelhurst Art Gallery car park 782 Kingsway, Gymea. Gerroa Boat & Fishermans Club Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Wed 7th | MBCNSW General Meeting - Canada Bay Club Members and guests are welcome as we discuss club business, meet new members, watch Merc related videos, listen to guest speakers, enter the raffle draw and chat afterwards. Time: 7.30pm. Location: Canada Bay Club. Meeting Point: 4 William St, Five Dock NSW. Canada Bay Club secretary@mbcnsw.org.au |
| September 2017 | |
| Sun 24th | Sydney German Autofest 2017 Come join us for the combined ** Sydney German Autofest and ** MBCNSW Concour d'elegance display day. $15 entry per car for the Autofest. Cars in place by 9:00am Time: 09:00am. Location: Gough Whitlam Park Earlwood Sydney NSW. Greg Vains phone 0408-531-884 |
| Sun 17th | ACT Concour d'elegance The Mercedes-Benz Club of the ACT invites you to the 42nd Concour d'Elegance - CANBERRA'S FRIENDLY CONCOUR. Held in conjunction with Shannon's German Auto Display Day. Time: 09:00am. Location: Pialligo Estate, 19 Kallaroo Road Pialligo ACT. Richard Jackson |
| Wed 13th | Mid Week Drive -- Lunch at Woy Woy Take a day off and come along with your friends and head to the Central Coast travelling along the Old Pacific Highway to Gosford, stopping at Henry Kendall Cottage, built in 1838 for morning tea. Step back into yesteryear and view a little piece of Australian history and memorabilia. Come for a stroll through the house and museum. Lunch in Woy Woy at Fishermans Wharf where you can feed the pelicans and explore the many interesting shops before departure home. Time: Meet at 9:30am for 10am departure. Location: DEMP 1 McDonald's Overflow car park 10-12 Phyllis Ave, Thornleigh. Fisherman's Wharf Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Sat 2nd | MBCNSW Cocktail Party Come and join us for the annual cocktail party. Dress Up in your finest for this outstanding event. Venue for this year is the NSW Golf Club. ** BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL ** NO tickets at the door ** Cost is $40pp (members & partners) $45pp (non-members) See our Social Director Evian to list your participation. Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm. Location: NSW Golf Club, 1528 Anzac Pde, La Perouse. Cocktail Party 2017 Evian phone 0411-138-738 |
| August 2017 | |
| Wed 16th | Mid Week Drive -- Lunch at Glenorie Visit Ebenezer Church, the oldest church in Australia built in 1809 and travel the scenic roads of Windsor, Wilberforce, Sackville, Lower Portland following the Hawkesbury River ending up at the Glenorie Bakery Cafe for lunch. Meet at 10am for a 10:30am departure at McDonald's Windsor, Windsor Rd & Groves Avenue, Windsor NSW. Devonshire tea and tour will be provided at Ebenezer Church. Devonshire tea with scones including tour: $6 or guided tour only: $2. Glenorie Bakery Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| July 2017 | |
| Wed 19th | Mid Week Drive -- Lunch at Headlands Hotel Take a day off, grab your friends and head to a fabulous lunch venue. Travel along Grand Pacific Drive through the Royal National Park passing over the Sea Cliff Bridge and arriving at the Headlands Hotel at Austinmer .. meet at 10.00am for 10.30am departure .. from Hazelhurst Regional Gallery 782 Kingsway Gymea .. for scenic drive to Headlands Hotel, 1 Headland Ave, Austinmer Headland Hotel Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| Sun 16th | Scenic Drive to Church Point -- Lunch at The Waterfront Bookings ESSENTIAL as seating is limited. ** RSVP by Sun 9 July ** Meet at 10.30am for 11.00am departure .. from Bond's Nursery 277 Mona Vale Rd, Terrey Hills OUTSIDE car park .. for scenic drive to The Waterfront General Store & Cafe, 1860 Pittwater Rd, Church Point The Waterfront Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| May 2017 | |
| Fri 19th | Weekend Away - Tamworth Motor Show This event is held undercover at the Tamworth Entertainment Centre and is hosted by Rotary International. Entries, for vehicles on display, close on the 5th May and vehicles must be in place by 9.00pm on the Friday evening. Vehicles will remain on display until 5.00pm on Sunday afternoon. Bookings are Essential as Accommodation is extremely limited. Time: To be advised. Meeting Point: To be advised. Tamworth Motor Show Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |
| January 2017 | |
| Thu 26th | Best of the Best Concours D'Elegance The Australia Day Concours d'Elegance 'Best of the Best' is designed to bring out the best cars from each of the car club's participating. Come along and see these superb vehicles. Time: 10:00am. Location: Doltone House, 26-32 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont NSW 2009. Meeting Point: Doltone House, Pyrmont. Doltone House Vince Thompson phone 0411-773-440 |
| Thu 26th | Australia Day CARnivale Please note that you need to have received a confirmed individual invitation from CARnivale to participate, as applications have now closed. The event showcases a diverse collection of 600 vehicles. Time: As per your individual NRMA invitation. Location: Parramatta Park, cnr Pitt & Macquarie St, Parramatta. Australia Day CARnivale |
| Sun 22nd | Fathers and Sons Go Karting followed by Lunch at Royal Cricketers Arms Hotel A perfect time for fathers and sons (or grandfathers, grandsons, sons in laws, nephews or any combination you can think of) to get together during the holiday season and enjoy each others company with some fun and spirited go-karting followed by lunch at 12pm at the Royal Cricketers Arms Hotel at Prospect. Cost: The cost is $75 per person for 3 x 10 minute races. After we have completed our races we will drive to the historic Royal Cricketers Arms. Time: 9:00 am Sharp. Location: Luddenham Raceway, 821-849 Luddenham Rd, Luddenham. Meeting Point: Luddenham Raceway, 821-849 Luddenham Rd, Luddenham. Luddenham Raceway Greg Vains phone 0408-531-884 |
| October 2016 | |
| Sun 16th | Richmond Polo Day Join us at the Sydney Polo Club in Richmond for a day at the show jumping event and Gold Cup.Bring your own picnic lunch and beverages. Theme Country Couture. Time: 9:00am. Location: Sydney Polo Club, 100 Ridges Lane, Richmond. Meeting Point: at the Sydney Polo Club. Sydney Polo Club Contact Sam on 0412-022-220. |
| Wed 5th | Battle of the Bowls - MBC-NSW vs Porsche Club NSW Bring the family for a fun night of bowling and help MBCNSW battle with the Porsche club for the trophy. ** BOOKING essential ** Time: 7.00pm for 7:30pm start. Location: Manhattan Super Bowl 549 Gardeners Road Mascot 9317-2577. Manhatten Super Bowl Mark Hertz phone 0410-679-268 |