Story | William Ha
If you are passionate about cars, joining a paid-membership car club is one of the best ways to connect with like-minded, vetted car enthusiasts. You can enjoy peak automotive experiences, learn more about cars and discover new interests by being around an exclusive circle.
With warmer days ahead and more sun to enjoy, the following are the best private social car clubs in Canada to consider joining.
RCLUB (Toronto, Ontario) rclubtoronto.com
Located in mid-town Toronto, RCLUB boasts a fleet of classic and modern performance vehicles that are available to rent and experience. With a rotation of fine vehicles always on display within the gated clubhouse, the facility also includes two service bay hoists and a vehicle wash bay that can be booked for automotive DIYers.
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Driving enthusiasts will appreciate the availability of an in-house, state-of-the-art driving simulator lab. There is a well-stocked, self-serve coffee and snack bar, a large patio for summer relaxation, quiet office space, paid locker storage and a 16-foot LED screen.
Social events include seasonal road trips, private track days, off-roading excursions, mechanics classes, movie nights and F1 viewing parties. Giving back is also a priority of the club. Food drives are held for local food banks and members can participate in an annual in-house winter car ownership challenge that raises substantial funds for charity through humour, creativity and member support.
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This year, the club is planning a Montreal Grand Prix trip and intends to offer more diverse lifestyle-based events, like wine and spirit tastings, watch collecting and a fireside chat series featuring industry experts from both automotive and nonautomotive circles.
Membership: Starting at $2,500 per year, plus additional costs for vehicle rentals.
This is the ideal group to join for car enthusiasts seeking a welcoming, familyfriendly environment with diverse, down-to-earth members. The club’s code of conduct specifically prioritizes inclusivity and equality. Members also get access to a private Slack online community, partner discounts, concierge services like detailing and wheels/tires, and off-site seasonal vehicle storage.
Area 27 (Oliver, British Columbia) area27.ca
Located 30 minutes from Penticton within wine country, or a fivehour drive from Vancouver, the crown jewel of Area 27 is its 4.83km racetrack. The facility offers one-on-one driver coaching from some of Canada’s top motorsport professionals, and also serves as an exclusive club for motorsport enthusiasts.
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The luxurious 11,000-square-foot member’s clubhouse includes a large dining area, members’ lockers, a state-of-the-art classroom and a large patio overseeing the racetrack. The facility is even available for private bookings to host exclusive luxury events and corporate retreat opportunities.
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Area 27 also offers a 1.2km karting track, along with an in-house performance driving school for both members and the public called Academy 27. Various learning programs are available depending on needs, with one stand-out program being their Camaro Driving Academy, which is sponsored by General Motors.
Membership: One-time initiation fee plus $4,000 per year.
Ideal for high-net-worth car enthusiasts who own exotic performance vehicles, who have a true passion for racing and prefer to be among more distinguished automotive peers.
BEXLEY MOTOR CLUB (Oro Station, Ontario) bexley.ca
The Bexley Motor Club is a part of Oro Station, a vast automotive complex currently under construction 90 minutes north of downtown Toronto.
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Along with a purpose-designed 4.1km racetrack and a high-end clubhouse, the complex will also house automotive R&D activities and museums that members can check out. On-site technicians and detailers are available to support vehicle racing and maintenance needs. The Bexley clubhouse will include an upscale lounge, bar/dining area, 24/7 security and other perks, like driver training, auto-related education seminars and VIP-level social events.
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Members who own personal aircraft can land on an on-site heli-pad, or at Lake Simcoe Regional Airport located just 200 metres from the facility.
Membership: One-time initiation fee (charter or non-charter) plus $5,000 per year.
Ideal for high-net-worth car enthusiasts locally and internationally who have a true passion for racing and want to be around fellow motoring aficionados. Pre-registration is being offered for both charter and non-charter memberships. Charter members have the option to purchase additional on-site property for vehicle-related needs, such as storage barns and autominiums.
HAGERTY GARAGE AND SOCIAL (Burlington, Ontario) garageandsocial.com/location/toronto
Located in a discreet part of Burlington, 30 minutes west of downtown Toronto, Hagerty Garage and Social (HGS) is purposebuilt, with a stunningly-furnished indoor facility that boasts a large showroom space, along with amenities like golf and racing simulators, an indoor cinema, restaurant, bar, pool table, cigar lounge, motorsport gift shop and an automotive-themed boardroom.
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The large showroom space features many exotic vehicles and a collection of storied racing helmets and suits that motorsports enthusiasts will appreciate. In partnership with a high-end automotive publication titled Autostrada, HGS also invests in promoting car enthusiasm, like hosting public events so exotic cars can be enjoyed by everyone, and spearheading charity events like an annual Christmas toy drive and providing fun track experiences for sick children by rallying those in the exotic car community.
Membership: Starting at $3,000 per year, plus additional costs for vehicle storage.
Ideal for car enthusiasts who want a higher-end clubhouse environment with an indoor vehicle storage option, and to be around more exclusive company.
