1925 Citroen 5CV Type C

1925 Citroen 5CV Type C, better known as Bubsie

The below is an excerpt from the February 2026 Edition of the Museum Musings

The two passenger torpedo was a popular lightweight and affordable French car known for its simple 856cc engine and boat tail design.

This particular 5CV has the distinction of being the first car to journey around Australia in 1925.

When Neville Westwood and his colleauge Greg Davies embarked on this journey , the notion of of driving around the entire continent seemed not just ambitious but bordering on the impossible. Much of Australia was still a vast unmapped wildeness and a harsh and unforgiving landscape.

Through scorching deserts, trecherous mud flats and dense bush, Bubsie soldiered on with her small engine humming defiently against the odds.

A book with the full account of this incredible journey is available in our library.

On Display For A Limited Time

Please note that many of the vehicles displayed at the Motor Museum of Western Australia, including this 1925 Citroen 5CV Type C, are on loan to us from private collectors and enthusiasts.

Our displays change regularly to showcase a wide variety of vehicles and motoring history, so if you want to experience these rare and extraordinary cars in person, we encourage you to visit us soon.

Whether you are a passionate car lover or simply curious about automotive heritage, the Motor Museum offers a unique and engaging experience that evolves throughout the year.

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For more information about visiting the Motor Museum of Western Australia, including opening hours, ticket prices, and current exhibitions, please visit our Visitor Information page or contact us directly.

We are open every day from 10 AM to 4 PM (closed Christmas Day) at Whiteman Park, 233a Drumpellier Drive, Whiteman, WA 6068.

Tickets can be purchased online for your convenience or directly at the museum entrance.

For enquiries, group bookings, or special events, please call us on (08) 9249 9457 or email manager@motormuseumwa.com.au.

We welcome visitors of all ages and motoring interests and look forward to sharing Western Australia’s rich automotive history with you.

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