- Mercedes-Benz Auckland has announced the return of its popular Classics & Collectables Open Day.
- Last year's event featured a wide range of desirable classic and modern Mercedes-Benz models on display.
- Entry is free for the public, with family activities and a racing simulator featuring alongside the cars.
Following the success of last year’s event, Mercedes-Benz Auckland has officially announced that its popular Classics & Collectables Open Day will return on Saturday, 21 March 2026.
Transforming Mercedes-Benz Auckland's Newmarket showroom into a living museum of the brand's celebrated past and powerful present, the 2025 Open Day was an occasion that saw hundreds of visitors take in a "curated collection" that spanned from the 1960s to the latest high-performance AMG models.
Highlights of the 2025 event included the legendary 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster, the elegant 1966 230SL Pagoda, and the track-ready 2020 AMG GT R Pro.
For 2026, Mercedes-Benz Auckland says it is on track to display approximately 35 cars, featuring a mix of returning fan-favourites and new additions to the line up.
Confirmed cars for 2026 include a 2014 SLS Black Series, a 1960 190 SL, a 1967 280 SL Pagoda and the pinnacle of open-top off-road motoring, a 2001 G 500 Cabriolet. In addition to these confirmed icons, the dealership is expecting to showcase several rare additions, including a 190 Evolution 2, a 560 SEC Coupé, and an example of the stunning SLR McLaren.
"It was great to see such a phenomenal turnout across the enthusiast community, and we’re extremely grateful to our customers for allowing us to showcase their vehicles," said Dealer Principal Michael Collins of the 2025 event.
"The variety and quality of the vehicles on display were amazing, and the positive response from everyone who attended made it a standout occasion. It was a genuine tribute to automotive excellence."
The 2026 event will take place on Saturday, 21 March from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Mercedes-Benz Auckland, 2 Great South Road, Newmarket, Auckland, and is completely free for the public to attend.
