Join us at The Warehouse for an atmosphere filled with incredible cars, fellow enthusiasts, mimosas, coffee, fresh pastries, SIM racing, and full Formula 1 Grand Prix coverage as we capture the energy, elegance, and excitement of race weekend in Monte Carlo the way it was meant to be experienced, just at a far more comfortable and enjoyable hour. *Limited RSVP
Avants Charter Member photo shoots are back and happen each month, May through October.
Enjoy a Saturday evening out at Meister Werks!
We’re excited to join Meister Werks for their grand opening party! Celebrate new automotive businesses in San Diego with other Avants members and meet some new car enthusiasts!
Join us at Tumwater Vineyard on Saturday, June 6th for a relaxing afternoon of wine and cars.
The largest Miata gathering in the PNW - Miata Mingle, presented by Avants and Doug’s Lynnwood Mazda!
Join us for the autocross season opener with Bridge City Autosports on Sunday, May 31st at Portland International Raceway.
Join us on Saturday, May 30th, for Driven by Design — a curated morning experience exploring the progression of Porsche’s most focused driver’s cars.
Join us on Saturday, May 30th at Variant Alloy Wheels for Donuts & Wheels.
Enjoy a morning full of cool wheels, cars, awesome people and some tasty donuts. Plus, Avants members get something extra: an exclusive behind‑the‑scenes tour of the Variant shop to see how their wheels are engineered, tested, and perfected.
Charter Member Private Tour of Shifting Realities Art Exhibit at Porsche Studio Portland!
Join us on Saturday, May 23rd for MIXTAPE — a celebration of cars, BMX, skate and more! Meet Pro Skater Bucky Lasek and Pro BMX rider Eddie Fiola!
Meet the newest addition to the Seattle Avants team — NiCole Wilson! Join us for a midweek meetup, Wednesday, May 20th from 5:30-7:30 PM at Salish Lodge & Spa in Snoqualmie.
Join Audi Club Northwest (ACNW) for the Matt Ammon Memorial Driving School at the Ridge!
Ever wondered what actually goes into building a one-of-a-kind car? Join us on Saturday, May 16th for Behind the Build with our friends at Rain City Garage!
It’s time for the 43nd annual IPD Garage Sale — the largest gathering of Volvos on the west coast! A must-do for any Volvo enthusiast.
Join us for an informative morning and live demo at Aces Auto Elite.
The team at Aces Auto Elite will be showcasing a hands-on demonstration of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), giving members a behind-the-scenes look at the procedures and technology that keep modern vehicles operating safely and accurately.
Avants members are invited! The Mission Driven Rally is kicking off their 3-day rally with our friends at The Warehouse on Friday, May 15th at 10AM.
Join us for a pop-up meet at Terrawagen in Portland and help us celebrate our latest magazine issue!
Join us for an unforgettable day in San Diego as we take over our Frontwave Arena! Celebrate all things BMW from vintage cars to modded track weapons, it’ll be a huge gathering and quite the party!
To celebrate our Spring issue of the magazine, we’re popping up on the Paddock of Pacific Raceways with our friends from PRO3!
Join us for an Avants Dyno Day and Cruise-in at Fast Specialties in Vancouver, WA on Saturday, May 9th
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, May 8th with our friends from Turn2 Lapping.
Wagon lovers unite! We’re back for another awesome WagonFest SoCal on Sunday, May 3rd at Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles.
Avants Charter Member photo shoots are back and happen each month, May through October.
We’ll be hanging out with our friends at Griot’s Garage on Saturday, May 2nd, for Caffeine & Gasoline - Tuner
Join us at The 1 Moto Show with our friends Pro-Tek Automotive for a display of some amazing and fun cars at the PNW’s largest motorcycle show!
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, May 1st. This is a fully coached HPDE event with groups from Beginner to Advanced.
We’re kicking off La Jolla Concours weekend with an Avants Party at the Cove House on Saturday, April 25th.
We’re kicking off our new partnership with Echelon Autosports this Saturday, Feb 28th for Garage Sessions Vol. 2 — an elevated cars and coffee experience.
Join us on Saturday, February 28th for a Drive to Garage 79! Our friends at Meant to Be Driven have extended a special invitation, and we’re excited to hit the road together.
Calling all adventure rigs! Safari 911’s, lifted Crosstreks, built Land Cruisers, etc., We have a special day just for you. Join us on Saturday, February 28th at Porsche Seattle North for the third annual Off The Grid — a celebration of vehicles built for adventure and exploration.
We’re rolling back into Discount Tire… let’s kick some tires! Join us on Sunday, February 22nd as we hang out with our friends at Discount Tire in Scottsdale. Bring your ride and help us celebrate our growing partnership.
Join us for an Avants Track Day at Podium Club on Saturday, February 21st. This is a fully coached HPDE event with groups from Beginner to Advanced.
Avants invites you to experience another captivating display of vehicles from around the Portland area. This exhibit will be featured at the Oregon International Auto Show, February 19th - 22nd, at the Oregon Convention Center.
Avants social hours are back! Join us each month for a casual hangout full of cool cars and tasty beverages. For this month’s social hour, we’re headed to Postdoc Brewing in Redmond.
Our first official Avants San Diego event! Join us on Saturday, February 7th (Noon-2PM) for a fun social at the Cars & Bids Headquarters.
We’ll be hanging out with our friends at Griot’s Garage on Saturday, February 7th for Caffeine & Gasoline - Local Builders Showcase!
Join us Saturday, January 31st for an exclusive behind‑the‑scenes tour of BBI Autosport. Explore their latest builds, get up close with some incredible machines, and meet the talented team bringing these projects to life.
We’re teaming up with our friends at Luxe Performance & Tuning for a laid‑back morning filled with great cars and good vibes.
Join us for a pop-up meet at Superior Tire Service in Portland and enjoy some Tires and Coffee!
Join us for an Avants Dyno Day at Luxe Performance on Saturday, January 31st.
Start your Sunday in proper British fashion as the Petersen celebrates the best of motoring from across the pond. Stop by the Avants tent and say hello!
Pop-up on the paddock! To celebrate this nice stretch of sunny days, we’ve organized a special Cars & Coffee at Pacific Raceways, Saturday, January 24th.
Come hang out at the Avants Pit Stop during Arizona Car Week! Chill vibes, cool people, and unforgettable cars. Friday, January 23th at The Warehouse.
Join America’s Automotive Trust on Wednesday, January 21st at Scottsdale’s exclusive Fairmont Princess Resort for cocktails and classic eats along with drivers and vehicles from America’s Automotive Trust’s Desert Destination Tour.
Avants members are invited to a special exhibition during Arizona Car Week. The Warehouse proudly presents Art House Collective, the first exhibition of its kind in Arizona, uniting four automotive art galleries under one roof.
Join us for another Avants Dyno Day at Carb Connection in Kirkland on Saturday, February 21st.
Join us at Hearts Of Winter: Toy Drive & Holiday Celebration at Porsche Studio Portland Sunday Dec. 21st!
Avants is teaming up with HB Speed Shop for a morning of good vibes, cool cars and good company.
Join us on the West side for a festive evening filled with tacos, cars, and great company! For this month’s social we’re headed to Blanco Cocina Cantina in Peoria!
Avants Social Hours are back! Each month we’re gathering for a laid‑back evening filled with great cars, good company, and tasty drinks.
Join us for an exclusive Avants members-only pop-up tour at a secret Portland location, featuring an extraordinary line-up of cars.
We’ll be hanging out with Jonny Lieberman, Chef Sang Yoon and the Cars & Bids team at Helms Bakery Cars & Coffee on Sunday, December 14th
Join us on Saturday, December 13th for Cars, Coffee and a Toy Drive with our friends at The Vault Scottsdale.
Join us for a festive evening filled with tacos, cars, and great company! For this month’s social we’re headed to Chandler’s go-to destination for tacos - Jefe’s Cantina!
Avants members are invited to a special event hosted by our friends, Ron and Margie Danz. Join us on Sunday, December 7th at Ron and Margie’s garage for their 10th Annual Toy Drive.
Join us Wednesday, January 21st for an afternoon of sim racing at Porsche Studio’s Drivers Club.
Join us Tuesday, December 16th for an afternoon of sim racing at Porsche Studio’s Drivers Club.
Learn all about Paintless Dent Removal from the experts at United Hail Pros!
Avants members and friends are invited for an unforgettable evening with Larry Chen, one of the most influential automotive photographers in the world. As part of the Code R exhibition at The Warehouse, this special Meet & Greet + All GT-R Show celebrates the passion, precision, and culture behind the legendary Nissan GT-R.
Get ready for the 2025 Arizona International Auto Show, November 27th - 30th! Avants has been invited to curate a special member exhibit, and you won't want to miss it!
[POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN] Join us on Sunday, November 23rd for the second annual Best of Arizona Cars & Coffee, set against the stunning backdrop of Fountain Park’s Great Lawn.
Join us Saturday, November 22nd for a private behind the scenes tour of Vintage Underground’s shops in Eugene, OR!
Avants members and friends are invited to a special exhibition with our friends at The Warehouse! The Warehouse presents Code R, an exclusive one-week exhibition honoring the legendary Nissan GT-R and marking the final chapter of the iconic R35.
Join us Friday, November 21st for an afternoon of sim racing at Porsche Studio’s Drivers Club.
We’re headed to the West Valley! Join us on Wednesday, November 19th for an Avants Member Social & Toy Drive at OHSO Distillery & Brewery in Surprise.
Join us for another Avants Dyno Day at Carb Connection in Kirkland on Saturday, December 13th
Join us October 30th at Bruz Beers to grab a drink, grab some grub, and meet some fellow Avants Members.
Join us October 30th at Bike Shed Moto Co. to grab a drink, grab some grub, and meet some fellow Avants Members.
Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! Join us for Avants Race Night at GripWerx Simulation Racing on Thursday October 30th!
Join us on Sunday, October 26th for Corks & Cars at The Velvet Fox private tasting room in Scottsdale.
Join us for an autocross weekend with Bridge City Autosports on Saturday and Sunday, October 25th and 26th at Portland International Raceway.
Avants social hours are back! Join us each month for a casual hangout full of cool cars and tasty beverages. For this month’s social hour, we’re headed to Black Raven Brewing in Woodinville.
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, October 17th. This is a fully coached HPDE event with groups from Beginner to Advanced.
Join us at Pacific Raceways for an Avants High Performance Track Day, Wednesday, October 15th. We’re partnering with ProFormance Racing School, the premier high performance and competition driving school in the Northwest.
Join us for a track day at PIR with our friends Cascade Sports Car Club. We’ll have beginner to advanced sessions with coaching available. If you’ve never done a track day, this is a perfect opportunity to try it out.
Mark your calendars! Octoberfest 2025 is revving up to be a spectacular celebration of German automotive excellence and community spirit. We’re teaming up with BMW CCA Puget Sound Chapter, Mercedes Club Seattle Chapter, PCA PNW Region, Audi Club NW Chapter and Griot’s Garage to bring you the best German vehicles in the NW.
Avants Charter Member photo shoots are back and happen each month, June through October.
We’ll be at the Petersen Museum Cruise-in on Sunday, September 28th for BMW & Bretzels.
Join us on September 28th for a Breakfast Run at The Train Cars, Coffee & Kava in Nederland.
Join us at Kimball’s Hands On Detail on Saturday, September 27th. Check out their shop, chat about tint/coatings/wraps and enjoy some coffee and donuts.
We’re just here for the tunes! Join us on Saturday, September 27th for an exciting morning on the Dyno with Luxe Performance & Tuning.
Join us for Autocross at Sanderson Field with Bridge City Autosports on Sunday, September 21st!
We’ll be hanging out with Jonny Lieberman, Chef Sang Yoon and the Cars & Bids team at Helms Bakery Cars & Coffee on Sunday, September 21st.
Join us Saturday, September 20th at Definitive in Bellevue for Speed & Sound 2.0 — a celebration of fast cars and amazing audio. Bring your ride, enjoy some donuts and experience what it’s like watching Formula 1 on a million-dollar home theater system.
