The Budget Enduro is all about cheap, safe, fun motorsport.
If your car meets the following guidelines, there’s a good chance it will fit the spirit of the event:
✅ Mass-produced road car
✅ Safe and trackworthy condition
✅ Roughly $4,000 value or less (guide only)
✅ Road tyres (no semi-slicks or race tyres)
✅ Working brakes and steering
✅ No major fluid leaks
✅ Secure battery, seat and seatbelts
✅ You and at least 2 mates
✅ Drivers aged 14 years or older
✅ Helmet complying with AS1698, Snell, FIA or equivalent standards
✅ Clothing covering neck-to-wrist-to-ankle made from cotton, fire-retardant or other suitable materials
✅ Fully enclosed footwear
What We Love
- Auction bargains
- Marketplace specials
- Old family cars
- Ex-taxis
- Forgotten paddock finds
- Weird engine swaps
- Creative Frankenstein builds
- Cars held together by determination and zip ties
What We Don’t Love
- Purpose-built race cars
- High-dollar competition vehicles
- Semi-slick or race tyres
- Unsafe vehicles
- Aggressive driving
- People taking it too seriously
Not Sure?
If you’re considering something unusual, modified or borderline, send us some photos and details before the event.
We love weird and wonderful vehicles and are happy to confirm eligibility before you spend money.
Remember: The Budget Enduro is not about having the fastest car.
It’s about having the most fun with the least sensible financial decision.