The collection originated from the private holdings of Anton Rupert and is now maintained by the L'Ormarins Estate.
The display includes the 1903 Ford Model A, one of the oldest cars in the collection.
The museum maintains a dedicated workshop on-site where mechanics restore vehicles to operational standards.
The L'Ormarins estate itself is a working vineyard, integrating viticulture with automotive heritage.
The museum often features pre-war European classics and significant American muscle cars.
Vehicles are rotated between the display halls and storage to ensure a dynamic visitor experience.
The Franschhoek Motor Museum houses a private collection of over 220 vintage and veteran vehicles spanning more than 100 years of automotive history. Located on the L'Ormarins Wine Estate, the collection includes rare cars, motorcycles, and bicycles displayed across four climate-controlled exhibition halls. Exhibits range from 19th-century carriages to modern Formula One racing cars. The museum focuses on the restoration and maintenance of its fleet to keep all displayed vehicles in running condition. Visitors navigate through a rotating selection of vehicles that frequently changes to provide fresh displays. The grounds are situated in the Franschhoek Valley, noted for its manicured gardens and mountain backdrop.
The central courtyard between the exhibition halls, which frames the historic buildings against the Drakenstein Mountains.
Book your visit in advance via the official website, as bookings are required for entry.
Check the weather beforehand, as moving between the separate exhibition halls requires walking outdoors.
Wear comfortable walking shoes to traverse the expansive estate grounds between halls.
Do not attempt to visit without a pre-booked reservation, as walk-ins are generally not accommodated.
Closed on Mondays and certain public holidays; advance booking is mandatory for all visitors.
Maintain a respectful distance from the vehicles and refrain from touching the paintwork or interiors.
