Is Scarborough Beach popular with car enthusiasts?

Yes. Scarborough has long been a cruising spot for classic cars, hot rods and motorbikes, especially on warm evenings and weekends.

Are there car shows at Scarborough Beach?

Car meets and occasional events are held in the area. Check the City of Stirling events calendar.

Can I submit a photo of my car?

Yes. Email a photo taken at Scarborough to ben@scarboro.info.

Do cars have to give way to pedestrians in WA?

Yes. Vehicles turning at intersections must give way to pedestrians crossing the road they are turning into.

Where can I see historical car photos of Scarborough?

The City of Stirling local history collection and the history page on Scarboro.info.

Is hoon driving policed in Scarborough?

Yes. WA Police target anti-social driving, and you can report hoons to police.

Classic Cars Scarborough Beach Perth | Hot Rods, Vintage Cars & Motorbikes

At a glance

What: classic and vintage cars, hot rods, muscle cars and motorbikes on display along the Scarborough beachfront.
History: vintage car photos from the City of Stirling's Scarborough historical collection.
Road rules: in WA, turning vehicles must give way to pedestrians — the beachfront is busy.
Share: email a photo of your car taken at Scarborough to be featured.

Classic Ford Thunderbird at Scarborough Beach, Perth — A classic Thunderbird on the Scarborough beachfront.

A mecca for rev heads

Scarborough Beach has been a favourite cruising spot for car enthusiasts for generations. On any warm evening or weekend you might see beautifully restored classic cars, American muscle cars, hot rods, custom builds and motorbikes along West Coast Highway and The Esplanade. The hours of dedicated restoration work are impressive.

Vintage cars in Scarborough's history

Vintage cars at Scarborough Beach around 1940 — Vintage cars at Scarborough, from the City of Stirling historical photo collection.

Cars have shaped Scarborough since the early days, when improved roads brought Perth families to the beach. See more on our history of Scarborough page.

Drive safely at the beach

The beachfront is busy with pedestrians, cyclists and children. In Western Australia turning vehicles must give way to pedestrians, and police actively target anti-social and hoon driving. Slow down, watch for people crossing and respect residents.

Show us your car

Email a photo of your car taken at Scarborough to ben@scarboro.info for display on this page. Car owners may also be interested in local mechanics, suspension upgrades and used and new car dealers.

Classic car photos

Car links

Last updated 2 November 2026 · Scarboro.info, an independent guide to Scarborough Beach, Perth.

Classic Cars at Scarborough Beach