The Murphy Auto Museum

The Murphy Auto Museum in Oxnard, CA is a great collection of 50+ autos. Dr. Donald Murphy has established this nonprofit museum which serves as a public showcase for many different collectors. The museum has recently been expanded to over 45,000 square feet in size. The huge selection of autos on display range from early classics to street rods, sports cars and muscle cars. In the "Packard Palace" section, there's a large collection of Packards from 1927-1958.
The unique aspect of the auto museum is that many different collectors display their classics here for the public to appreciate. The museum even has its own mechanic who's available for vehicle repairs and restorations.

We certainly enjoyed our visit. The large size and pleasant atmosphere allowed us to view and enjoy every vehicle at our own leisurely pace. The museum is open every Saturday and Sunday from 10AM to 4PM and is also available for special group or corporate functions. The suggested donation is $6 for adults and $3 for children (12yrs and under). The museum is located at 2230 Statham Blvd, Oxnard, CA; phone 805-487-4333.

Pismo Beach Classic Car Show

Once a year, on Father's Day weekend, the town of Pismo Beach is "invaded" by classic cars, car owners and about 100,000 admiring fans.


The beach-side community closes down several streets to make room for the huge assortment of classic cars. The 3-day event features a "cruise night", hundreds of car-related vendors and food booths and this year, the event even drew the Budweiser Clydesdale horses.


Even the world-famous Pismo pier is used to exhibit several of the cars.


This year's Pismo Beach Classic Car Show had over 1200 classic car entries.



Each automobile is a labor of love by the car-owner and the efforts are well appreciated by every one in attendance.


Make sure to mark your calendar now for next year's event!