The Great Aussie Detailing Drive 2025

The Bowden’s Own Detailing Drive 2025 could be coming to a town near you! Dan Bowden be taking his much loved and iconic 1976 HX Sandman van on a full blown Aussie tour, stopping at car shows, doing live detailing demos & handing out some goodies along the way. Come say g'day!

Sunday 12th Oct – Bathurst (NSW)

There’s no better place to start! 

I couldn’t miss the beating heart of Aussie motorsport! I’ll be there enjoying the cars, chaos & high octane racing action on the world famous Mount Panorama circuit. 

 

Wednesday 15th Oct – Autobarn Narre Warren (VIC)

Live Detailing Demo: 5.30pm-7pm

After the big run down from Bathurst, the HX Sandman’s will be pretty dirty. I’ll be rolling into Autobarn Narre Warren for a live Bowden’s Own detailing wash session as I show off some of our favourite gear and pro tricks to help clean & protect your ride.

 

Saturday 18th Oct – Autobarn Elizabeth (SA)

Live Detailing Demo: 5pm-7pm

Join me for another hands on detailing wash session at Autobarn Elizabeth. I’ll even be unveiling and testing a couple of brand new products. Come say g’day, learn some detailing tips and see the Sandman get her glow back after the long haul from VIC.

 

Sunday 19th Oct – Bay to Birdwood (SA)

Classic Concours Car Show: 10am-3pm

This one’s been on my list for a long time. I’ll be at the Finish Festival with our team in the Big Blue Bowden's tent and the HX Sandman on display, surrounded by some of the most stunning classic rides you’ll ever see. Vehicle registrations are now full but come along and enjoy the live entertainment and indulge in a day of pure motoring history and nostalgia. Click here to pre-purchase tickets.

 

Saturday 25th Oct – Repco Marion Car Show (SA)

Repco Marion Car Show: 9am-12pm

I'm stoked to be teaming up with the next generation Repco Marion store and Elevated for a morning dedicated to car culture, community and a whole lot of shine! Swing by for great deals in store, giveaways and a chat about keeping your pride and joy looking mint. Got a show worthy car you want to display? It’s free to join and spots are limited! Click here to register your car.

 

Thursday 6th Nov – Repco Midland (WA)

Live Detailing Demo: 6pm-8.30pm

After thousands of km’s across the country, I’ll be giving the Sandman a well earned refresh at Repco Midland's next generation store in WA! Join me for our final live detailing wash demo of the trip, where I’ll be showing off some of my Bowden’s favourites, a few top secret new products and plenty of pro level tricks to get your pride and joy gleaming. 

 

Friday 7th Nov – Autopro Canning Vale Show (WA)

Show “N” Shine Car Show: 6pm-8.30pm

I’ll be showcasing my favourite Bowden’s gear and chatting all things car care at Autopro Canningvale’s biggest Show ‘n’ Shine yet! Don’t miss your last chance to say g’day, check out the Sandman and setups, and admire some jaw dropping rides as we celebrate 20 years of Autopro Canningvale, the community, the cars and the culture.

 

Saturday 8th Nov – Perth Motorplex (WA)

Custom Cars & Coffee Sunset Meet: 5pm-7.30pm

Ill be wrapping up this epic WA road trip at Perth’s biggest car meet, where every corner of the car scene comes together — Muscle, JDM, Hotrods, Exotics, Classics and Bikes. The legendary HX Sandman will be there too, so don’t miss your final chance to see this Aussie icon up close (and the car) as we come to the end of an unforgettable adventure.

 

Let the good times roll...

Any classic car groupies about and up for a cruise in parts near you, let me know! As I'm passing through many great parts and towns along the coast and love to cruise with others!

Follow my trip on Instagram & Facebook stories as well as our other socials, if only to see how much I will be fixing along the way!

Love the drive,

Dan Bowden

        

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