After returning to its traditional August timeslot in 2026, the beloved Maling Road Autoclassico once again transformed one of Melbourne’s most picturesque streets into a celebration of motoring culture, community and automotive passion.
For the team at Famous Insurance, supporting events like Autoclassico is more than simply attending another car show. As specialists in classic car insurance, prestige car insurance and enthusiast vehicle insurance across Australia, these gatherings represent everything that makes the automotive community so special, bringing together owners, collectors and enthusiasts from all walks of life.
Bathed in glorious winter sunshine, Canterbury’s iconic tree-lined boulevard provided the perfect backdrop for an eclectic mix of vehicles spanning decades of automotive history. Unlike many events that focus on a particular marque or era, Maling Road Autoclassico celebrates diversity, showcasing everything from pre-war classics and Australian motoring icons through to modern performance cars and future collectibles.
Among the standout displays on the main street was an impressive gathering of Ferrari machinery, featuring a stunning 488 Challenge race car alongside road-going icons including the 430 Scuderia, 575M Maranello and 360 Modena. It was a fitting reminder of why marques like Ferrari continue to remain highly sought after among collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Elsewhere, visitors could wander past beautifully restored Mustangs, Triumphs, MGs and Porsches, with each vehicle telling its own story. The surrounding display areas offered even more variety, including a colourful French vehicle showcase featuring Peugeot, Citroën, Renault and Alpine models, while the Historic Rally Association and Mercedes-Benz Club presented a fascinating mix of rally and touring machinery.
For a business that spends every day protecting collector vehicles, classic cars, prestige vehicles and performance cars, the event provided the perfect opportunity to connect with the people behind the machines. The Famous team spent the day meeting owners, discussing their restoration journeys and hearing first-hand stories about the vehicles that make Australia’s enthusiast community so vibrant.
Visitors also stopped by to collect Glen Wood Porsche Carrera Cup Australia posters, race car-themed lollies and chat with the team about everything from weekend drives and restoration projects through to track days and motorsport activities. As the insurance partner of Porsche Motorsport Australia, motorsport remains a core part of the Famous story, making events like these an ideal opportunity to celebrate the broader enthusiast community that supports the sport.
Perhaps the most unique aspect of Maling Road Autoclassico is that it extends beyond traditional car clubs. While clubs play an important role in the event’s success, many local owners simply roll their cherished vehicles out of the garage and into the heart of Canterbury for the day. The result is a wonderfully eclectic collection of cars that often aren’t seen at larger, more structured events.
This community-driven atmosphere means you never quite know what you’ll discover around the next corner. A concours-quality Holden might be parked beside a rare European sports car. A historic rally machine could share a street with a lovingly preserved family sedan or a modern supercar. It is this unpredictability that gives the event its charm.
There is no single hero vehicle at Maling Road Autoclassico.
Instead, every vehicle contributes to the event’s character. From vintage and veteran automobiles through to modern classics, race cars and highly collectible performance models, the event celebrates the entire automotive landscape.
For the Famous Insurance team, highlights ranged from beautifully restored Australian classics and immaculate Holdens to modern icons like the Porsche 993 RS and Mercedes-AMG GT R. Yet beyond the vehicles themselves, the real highlight was seeing enthusiasts share stories, knowledge and experiences with fellow motoring fans.
As one of Melbourne’s most unique automotive events, Maling Road Autoclassico continues to embody everything we love about Australian car culture. It isn’t about trophies, rankings or exclusivity. It’s about community, passion and preserving the vehicles that create memories for generations of enthusiasts.
At Famous Insurance, we’re proud to support and celebrate these communities, whether that’s through our involvement in local car events, motorsport partnerships, enthusiast clubs or helping Australians protect the vehicles they’re passionate about.
Because behind every classic car, prestige vehicle, weekend cruiser or track toy is a story worth preserving.
