Reviews of E. Hayes & Sons. (Hardware Store) in Invercargill (Southland).

E. Hayes & Sons

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Hardware store

Hardware store

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168 Dee Street, Invercargill 9810, New Zealand

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Information of E. Hayes & Sons, Hardware store in Invercargill (Southland)

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Reviews of E. Hayes & Sons

W. L.

We were recommended to come here by a local we met on our travels. It is a hardware and homeware store, where there are classic motorcycles and cars scattered throughout the store. You can see the original "The World's Fastest Indian" bike here. All FREE, although you can always buy something

K. H.

What a surprise awaits unsuspecting customers. Olde world hardware to top decor pieces. But that is not why we visited ........ this is the home of Burt Munro vehicles and eclectic collection of iconic cars, bikes and machinery. The stands are juxtaposed with goods for sale. We also found a sales assistants with vast knowledge of the displays.

J. B.

Nothing g short of amazing. The mix of artifacts with retail display takes a bit of getting used to. Comprehensive labels and captions give context to exhibits. Not just Bert Munro pieces....there are lathes, tools, lawn mowers, tool displays.

A. H.

Like heaven, tools, diy, bikes, cars, history and coffee, what more does one need on a rainy or any other day really.

J. E.

A really interesting place from hardware too gifts too antique old cars bikes tools and then modern gift shop oh and there is a Cafe in the middle

S. a. B.

UN. Believe. Able. I WISH we had something so passionate in our town. To walk amongst an operational Hardware store, and have your attention pricked by The Original Indian, or Burt Munro’s Piston Collection, or a Rotary Motorbike, is just insane. Right next to the taps and washers 😂. There is NO way you can come to Invercargill, and not come here. And it’s free. Stop it! At least grab s drink and a cheese roll from the instore cafe. 10 ⭐️

C. C.

This store has kindly found room to display the Burt Munro bikes etc & vintage bikes & cars! No charge to look around 😊

R. M.

Great shop plus if you want to see Burt's Indian motor cycle that's where to go

R. K.

Great museum pieces in the shop. Both the original World Fastest Indian & the replica used in the movie are on display. #burtmonroe #anthonyhopkins #worldsfastestindian

W. S. (.

Best shop ever. Old and New Motorcycles. Harleys, Hondas, Indians and Triumphs. Massive Chainsaw. You'll also see offerings to the gods of speed.

D. A.

I thought going to what is in fact a local hardware shop would be just like visiting any hardware shop. I was completely wrong. Great place to visit with all the vintage motorcycles and other vehicles there to be viewed. All at no additional cost. The staff were very informative as well. Would visit again and highly recommended.

C. D.

Awesome if you are into a bit of motorbike history that even has Burt Munro's, Indian on show. Some great old bits of machinery as well. If you are after tools, great hardware shop and nice, friendly staff

M. M.

Great place to visit. Awesome friendly staff.

S. P.

What a collection of vintage motorbikes!!! Amazing! A must see for any enthusiast and of course there is the whole Burt Monroe history and 2 of his bikes as well. Really enjoyed it...a sales person (lovely gentleman) spent some time with me and gave me a bit of history lesson - which was fantastic.

S. F.

Awesome collection of vintage bikes, race cars and gift shop. The workwear section held a great selection of clothing... the young gentleman (Mark)? Had such a huge knowledge bank on the numerous bikes. So interesting.

N. G.

Friendly and helpful staff. Usually have what Im looking for. Great trade staff who know their work. lovely gift shop to boot. Cafe in here is just O..K for a much needed seat and coffee but if you don't mind a just a few feet up the road I'd scoot to global byte.

R. S.

Best store ever. Not just because of the cars, motorcycles, the fabulous Bert Munro exhibits No, because this store has an amazing range of tools, hardware and home wares, all displayed with care, humour and even love.

H. T.

More than just a hardware store! It's a lovely gift shop and home of the E Hayes Motorworks collection. The exhibit to see, is the Burt Munro's 1920 Indian. Worth a visit even if you are not crazy about bikes.

B. N.

What a fantastic display of motor bikes and classic cars . Could not believe there was no entry charge for this . Suggested a gold coin donation to various local charities .The gift shop was awesome . Definitely making a return visit on our way vack from Stewart Island

G.

Found what I needed from the way things were laid out and labels on the racks. I was buying a socket and an adaptor for a torque wrench. The woman at the counter advised me what the best use was.

A. M. (.

Absolutely Amazing place with the Indian Scout that Burt Munro did his land speed record on. And many other cool motorcycles and cars. Also worlds fastest Indian movie props.

J. M.

If you are interested in Burt Monroe history come here so so cool some of his bikes and lots of his failures and equipment he used to perfect his bikes have been donated here by burt munroe. Lots of quirky gifts for loved ones but for me the highlight was Burts replica vehicles from the actual movie 'the fastest Indian' Worth a look!

R. P.

It was a massive surprise walking into the store and see the extensive motorcycle display a incredible look at some of NZ motorcycle racing history, oh yeah they also sell tools lol

N.

This shop is great for gifts or handyman items. Easy to spend an hour in there. We'll worth the visit

M. K.

Great place to see a bit of history in the shape of motorcycles, some old vehicles, wheelchairs, cash registers and various old tools and all free of charge. A trading Hardware Store while also a great tourist destination. We specifically came to Invercargill to visit this store and my husband was not disappointed. I had noticed the odd change since my first visit in 2012 but overall it was still great! Parking was good too. I was able to park reasonably close, out the back, for free for two hours and there was only one step to negotiate to gain access. Also, there was toilets on site.

s. g.

Best place to enjoy FREE views of classic motorcycles, and Burt Monroe's worlds fastest indian....great columbus cafe, toilets and general hardware store. Good undercover parking too.

M. M.

This is the real home of Burt Munroe and now has a Columbus coffee bar to make the experience even more enjoyable.Best of all you can look at the large selection of bikes and cars for free.Photos show pop up display of current Indian motorcycles outside E Hayes and Sons during the Burt Munro

a. p.

Pleasantly surprised to find an extensive collection of classic bikes including Burt Munroes Indian Scout and The Fastest Indian memorabilia

C.

One of those must visit places great hardware store with a cool museum like collection of cars and bikes.

D. P.

Such an array of historic memorable auto mobiles and bikes on display. You'll want to bring your camera when you visit here. Very very cool

T. B.

Odd at first but I guess Mr Hayes bought the bike or inherited it so he has the right to display it but it's great to see Burt Munro's Indian displayed to all for free. This is a hardware store with a motorcycle museum built inside! There are heaps of other motorcycles to see too sprinkled across the store.

m.

Amazing display of vintage cars and classic motorcycles mixed in with all the hardware for sale. Includes the worlds fastest Indian and lots of Beer Munro stuff.

R. L.

Great place, plenty of variety and almost a bike museum on top of it all. The home of the fastest indian

j.

Brilliant place with so much Love seeing all the old stuff and burt Monro bike

O. K.

My favorite hardware store in the world! Home of Burt Munros original motorcycle, aka. The Worlds fastest Indian!

I. S.

Very nice place to pick up your hardware things. And look at all the old bikes and cars.

M.

This is a must see when Invercargil its not just a shop its a Museum . Awesome

C.

Fantastic idea to include classic and vintage motorcycles as part of the shop. Huge collection of interesting bikes including Bert Munro's Indian Scout.

A. M.

This is probably the best shop in New Zealand. It's all there. I'm sure there were other things to see and places to go in Invercargill, but I ran out of time and only saw the inside of this classy place. That good!

R.

The vintage displays are cool and the clearance deals of hardware goods were good

J. G.

Staff so friendly, go to see the Indian and leave with a Swandri. Great customer service.

S. K.

Great place lots to see .very friendly people

M. A.

Invercargill is full of treats like this. Amongst all the regular hardware you can see the Burt Munro collection including "The World's fastest Indian" and much, much more. Easily a couple of hours in here and then a very decent coffee next door.

J. S.

Awesome store great products and placed around the store cars bikes memorabilia great place too visit awesome staff

D. M.

Great offer to walk in and admire a great collection of motorcycles spread throughout the extensive store. The store offers traditional handyman tools and equipment. Camping equipment along with tramping gear. Homeware and giftware. Unusual is the memorabilia items for the Burt Monroe fastest Indian. A Hammer Hardware shop too.

C. S.

Our second visit and have enjoyed it just as much. There is something for everyone

B.

This store surprise's me every time. Proud to take out of town visitors to admire the auto displays. We also purchase items as well.

T.

Always love this place great place to browse and have a coffee great people advise a visit if you have the opportunity think you will love it

L.

Great shopping experience Amazing supply of stock Gifts for everyone Museum areas and coffee areas well worth a visit

M.

This is a cool shop, something for everyone, not meaning to sound sexist but the blokes will love this place.

M. M.

If you love vintage motorcycles you have to visit. Resting place of the world's fastest Indian and so many more.

P. A.

Fantastic hardware store with products most don't carry. Also a great place to see bunch of old classic motorcycles and farm machinery. A southern legend

n.

Awesome hardware store with added bonus of some very cool motorcycles and cars.

H.

this place is amazing. make sure you ask for the history of the worlds fastest indian. it’s a real insight into the history of the industry in new zealand and these guys have the inside story! awesome

G. M.

Got most of what you'd need but its expensive and because of the prices here it isnt my first choice of hardware stores. However they do have a few harder to find things and some of the Hammer Hardware specials arent to bad. It is also good for a look around however.

s. l.

What an awesome hardware store, the best I've ever been in, what a fantastic tribute to Burt Munro, you rock Hayes whanau

C.

An amazing shop to spend an hour or two. You will find things here you won't get anywhere else and you can now have a break at the in-house cafe

D.

Great shop that alot of time can just disappear in. Alot to browse through and really interesting displays spread all through the shop. Great knowledgeable staff and iv been going there since I was a kid with my dad. Well worth a visit even if you don't want to buy anything

A. H. K.

I have dreamt of seeing the old Indian Spirit of Munro for years now and it did not disappoint

C. P.

A totally unique experience. Not only does it house the unique,original,legendary Burt Munro 1920 Worlds Fastest Indian but also Burt's (Herbert to be correct) Velocette along with the contents of his shed. Surrounding that exhibit however is around 100 unique motorcycles and motorcars. To visit is free during normal store hours and the shop carries unique range of souvenirs. That is only part of the need to visit. E Hayes & Sons is a fully operational hardware unlike any I have seen those n my world travelling. I would say if Bunnings,Mitre 10,Home Depot etc don't carry it then E Hayes & Sons will. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The range of goods stocked includes not only the hardware range but homeward and New Zealand souvenirs. Just realised I gave them a 5 star that really means it impressed me as I do literally hundreds of reviews and can't recall a 5 before!

T. H.

An excellent range of old and older motorbikes, including Burt Munro's record breaking Indian.

M.

Fantastic display of history. Beautiful shop and very friendly and helpful staff

T. A.

This shop blew me away, have never been in such a shop it had everything, the fastest Indian history and a really amazing mix of Goodies my god if you are in Invercargill go there and see what I mean

A. L.

An amazing experience shopping in this delightful store filled with the old and the new...

S.

A really well provisioned hardware shop with the unique addition of a really interesting collection of vintage motorcycles. What if all shops did something like this?

C. H.

Interesting location, Had a great time looking at the tools and the bike's!

K. A.

This was a nice little surprise that we stumbled upon. The lady at the I-Centre was really helpful when we stopped in. We honestly had no idea what to do in Invercargill but this little museum was pretty cool! To be completely honest it was a tiny bit confusing to find, being a museum incorporated into a fully functioning hardware store? That was odd and threw us off a bit but, I actually really enjoyed that they set it up this way. It added a nice little charm ☺️

T. A.

See the genuine Worlds Fastest Indidian along with heaps of other cool old bikes!

R.

A great shop and display of the fastest Indian and old cars and motorcycles.

J.

Great array of old motorcycles and particularly Bert Munro's

P.

Huge collection of motor bikes of all ages A must see

D.

Definitely worth visiting to check out the old school shop and motorcycles

E. W. (.

Lovely, expansive store with interesting museum pieces to view while you shop. What a great idea, 15/10! Great cafe too, with amazing Southland cheese rolls!

J. T.

The home decor section I could go broke in. The cafe has great coffee and food. The staff will gift wrap your gifts free of charge. An awesome place to shop and to see all the old bikes at the same time. Good if you want to bring out the inner child.

J.

Great food & an awesome shop to browse in. They have everything

B. H.

Museum and general store all in one. Check out the motorcycles and other equipment. Good for hardware and automotive junkies :)

P. L.

An absolutely brilliant company. Everything you need with genuinely helpful staff. Wish we had one in Auckland. A level above the likes of Mitre10 and Bunnings.

R. W.

Best hardware store I've ever seen, great range of bikes and cars,really enjoyed the experience.

E. S.

We were recommended to visit by a local And were so surprised by how huge the display was in the store. Motorcycle, chainsaw and other machinery on display was very impressive. Would definitely recommend!

S.

Great coffee lounge, gift shop and displays of autos, cycles and motor bikes. Spent over an hour here and could have spent longer.

H. W.

What an amazing display of bikes and memorabilia from Burt Munro's collection. Spent some time enjoying the display and then a spot of shopping. Staff were helpful and very friendly. Highly recommend ☺️

C.

Amazing shop. Has so many aspects to it. Hardware, kitchenware, gift ware, a Cafe and at the mo a Christmas area.

A.

I think this might be the best hardware store in New Zealand! It has a fantastic range of hardware items for sale, more so I think than many of teh big-box stores. My guess is that the people of Invercargill have serious workshops and buy a bit more, bigger, & better tools than the average handy person. And there is of course the fact that this store is also in effect a museum with an cool array of cars and motorbikes on display, including the classic Bert Munro vehciles.

P. P.

The most unique Hammer Hardware in NZ. Some of the most treasured motorbike and tool memorabilia that you will ever see within the vast family-owned shop. Allow a minimum of 2 hours to walk through. Grab a coffee at Columbus Cafe while you are there.

B. M.

A great piece of historical Invercargill, with something for everyone. Staff are friendly and really helpful. You can see they love their Job.

V.

Always great to visit this place. Frendly service. Clean shop.

C.

Cool 😎.... Worlds fastest Indian display was awesome.......

R.

Who would have thought you could see Bury Munro's speed breaking bike in a Hardware shop. Well worth the visit.

m.

Fabulous place to visit and great shop.

D.

Great shop and displays. Magic. Many thanks

S.

Friendly staff, very helpful. Good coffee too

J. K.

Heaps of bikes to admire and enjoy. Highly recommended for bikers, history lovers and rev heads. Very interesting.

N.

This store has everything under one roof. A joy to visit even if you don't need anything.

B.

Fascinating old stuff, and you can buy individual screws 🙂

K. H.

Great place ! Lots of Munro items here and what a variety of stuff !

N. A.

Absolutely incredible, the store has everything you could need. Its the sort of hardware store we used to have, a store where you can purchase parts to fix an item rather than just replacing it. Then on top of all of that the Burt Munroe stuff blows your mind. I will definitely be back.

M. E.

Love it. 2nd bonus in town. Burt Munro and motor bike whos who. Not the scope of transport museum but still took a couple of hours. Not a bike fan but a pleasure. Maybe I could help shift the Viper ☺☺. Back home tomorrow. Thankyou.

H.

Absolutely enjoyed my time there today. Will be back again and most likely spend the day there looking at everything properly. Well worth the visit

J.

Such an interesting and eclectic collection of local and not so local. If you like racing motorbikes or old machines it's a must visit

A. A.

All my respect for the owner and the management. This is probably one of the world most wicked exhibition. I love it. Displaying a piece of history in an working hardware store... what a brilliant idea. Gold coin donation is optional, however I'd encourage everyone who visit there to be generous. Well worth it.

B.

Incredible display and collection of motorbikes and Burt Munro the fastest Indian collection. All free.

S.

I needed several tools which added up to quite a price, as they are quality brands at a good price. The staff were excellent and extremely help and knowledgeable. Highly recommended 👌

P. S.

Always a good look,when in Invercargil. The vintage vehicles and machines , are always a pleasure too view.

R.

You cannot pass through invecargill without a visit to this amazing shop. Memorabilia abounds including the world's fastest Indian and a large number of other motorcycle and cars. Keep looking for the old tools, quirky nuts and bolts plus ➕ +. Take the time and make time to visit it will not disappoint.

S.

Easy to get the tape I needed. Prompt service.

K.

You can buy here something for new born, as well to for kitchen and to do small work around vehicles and house. And of course see The Fastest Indian

D. F.

Ita always a pleasure to vist E Hayes at anytime but during the Burt Munro week the shop becomes a major attraction.

f. s.

Very nice to visit. Besides a store it looks like a museum.

M. D.

Definitely worth a visit. A cafe, interesting cars and motorbikes displayed in the shop - including some of Burt Munro's. They also sell a wide variety of hardware and giftware items.

S. V.

Great place to Visit and see Burt Munro memorabilia. We enjoyed seeing everything about Burt's life. All the different motorbikes were amazing to see.

R. F.

It's a hardware store. It's a motorbike museum. It's a hardware store... A seriously huge hardware store in the main st of Invercargill. It has everything, including owners who are passionate about motorbike racing, engineering and memorabilia. See Burt Munro's original Vincent and, of course, the world's fastest Indian here. Talk to the staff, and get your hardware and rev head needs met.

A. T.

Best hardware store in NZ and so much more. Worth a visit for all the vintage cars and motor bikes alone. Talking to the staff I got the feeling they really know their stuff. Wish we had something like this where we live. Have to make do with Bunnings and Mitre 10.

C. M.

The best hardware store ever. From the ability to buy a single bolt or viewing Burt Munro's Indian, it's always a pleasure to visit this shop

m.

Huge retail area, well set up for Burt Munro's week, with bikes brand new and old, to ancient, lot's of people in the shop too.

P. T.

This is the most amazing combination of Hardware come museum anywhere. The Staff were wonderful and prepared to go out of their way to assist you. Best experience ever. Loved the bikes and machinery.

P. P.

Loads of classic cars and bikes, the world's fastest Indian, and plenty of hardware too.

G. M.

Wow this is the best hardware store I've ever visited.

A. M.

Would have liked to spend longer but on a tour time is limited

n. r.

Great collections of motor bikes, cars plus shop..loved the fastest indian...great place for fans of Burt Munro ..

J.

There are a lot of items that you stock that other outlets don't. So now if it's not the run of the mill then it's a good chance that u've got it.

J.

Good shop lots off variety but it badly needs an upgrade.

V. G.

A hardware shop to have made it into a Lonely Planet guidebook. Friendly staff, good selection of quality items and some old motorcycles including the actual one on which the late Burt Munro broke the world speed record. Highly recommend and I will definitely visit again.

T.

Well worth a visit. If you are local, a great tool and d I y store. If you are a visitor what amounts to a free motorcycle museum which includes Bert Munro bikes ( The Worlds Fastest Indian)

T. M.

Great layout of shop and cool motorbikes all around the shop. Lots of interesting bikes and amazing tools for all activities. Lovely, friendly, staff. Good Burt Munro gift items. You will love it there

B.

A great business for your needs and the free exhibition of mechanical wizardry. Vehicle and Munro display just excellent.

J.

Brilliant range of tools materials and hardware with cool vehicles and exhibition dedicated to Burt Munroe mixed in . Thanks

V. B.

Fantastic Store. Must see. Hardware shop, Motorbike shop, coffee bar & Burt Munro memorabilia, incl his 1st Motorbike. Amazing place.

S. E.

So many bikes. A real experience walking through a hardware shop and being able to looks at these as well. Beautiful old car as well.

M. O.

Great display. Very friendly staff. Comprehensive show of machinery, workshop, movie artifacts and interesting pieces. Lots of other motor cycle pieces on display. Great gift shop. Good parking outside and free to enter. Great item on the Invercargill tourist sightseeing trip

j.

Awesome shop and the added bonus is the motorbikes

B. R.

Free displays of motorbikesand parts. Well stocked hardware store and gift shop. Columbus cafe in gift shop with good coffee and snacks

K. K.

Great store, friendly staff. The floorplan of this store gives the customers and staff room to move around displays, not like a lot of other shops that have very skinny aisles, well done management and staff of E. Hayes & Sons. Grand local knowledge. And the displays of vintage and veteran cars and motor cycles is great, the original Burt Munro's world's fastest Indian motorcycle, is an asset to the store.

P. L.

Best hardware store in the southern hemisphere, with one of the best motorcycle collections I've seen including the world's fastest Indian.

E.

Best hardware store in the world? Great to be able to look at all of the bikes on display for free. Also has a good cafe now.

S.

Friendly store that will more then meet all hardware needs and has such a community spirit. Just loved the displays of old motor bike, car racing and hardware spaced through out the store. Well worth a visit.

R.

What a magnificent place anything you could want motorbikes by the dozens along with bert monroes speed record bike

J.

Great place to visit for a taste of Munroe motorcycle history

N.

Very worthy of a stop . Huge hardware store with every imaginable thing you could think of needing. Lots of historical items and artifacts and Burt Munros Indian motorcycle from the World's Fastest Indian .Save a couple of hours for this stop .Well worth it.

F.

Awesome cars and bikes. Good range of tools, gifts and stuff.

G.

A friend told me to visit and I was impressed with the variety of products and the museum pieces throughout the store including the world's fastest Indian.

C.

Great store to visit and learn about Burt Monroe and history making motorcycle.

G.

Amazing place. Definitely a must see if you are down this way and not just for the amazing bikes and cars (and of course Bert Munro's Indian Scout), but the hardware store itself is awesome.

E.

Friendly staff, great coffee... lovely shop lots of interesting things.

L.

Even if you aren't sure you don't like motorcycles there is plenty to see here at E. Hayes & Sons. They have motorcycles on display as well as other interesting collections. Take some time to look at the hammer display. It will bring a smile to your face. Of course there is the impressive Bert Munro motorcycles as well.

A.

Allways interesting to see Burt Munroes bike.

S.

My own personal experience I have found most of the staff friendly and helpful and my experiences with above fine however I DID have one experience with a staff member who couldn't be bothered was unhelpful, therefore walking out wondering if I wanted to go back.

F. Y.

If you are into tools and beautifully crafted motorbikes, this place will not cease to amaze you. There is also a clothing section with nice merino items, notably cheaper than the iconic brands that can be found in touristic sport shops but nevertheless perfectly effective. Having bundled the shop and museum items is a brilliant idea. Bikers and mechanics fan, be prepared to drool!

A. L.

This is a hardware and gift shop with a nice surprise inside. There are old motorbikes and cars on display. There is no cost for looking around if you don't need hardware so makes a good hour visit for no cost..

C.

Always a pleasure to visit. Great displays. For the first time ever the size of vise I was after was out of stock.

L.

Great places spent hours there.

A.

Great museum in a hardware store lots of old motor bikes with Kiwi and international histories.Including but not limited to THE WORLDS FASTEST INDIAN.

P. S.

So cool to see Burt's bike in there, and so many more! Cool store also and I feel like you can buy pretty much anything there!

M.

It's like going through a museum without having to pay an entrance fee. Some great old motorcycles and other vintage equipment.

K.

But Monroe motorcycle and other things. Worth visiting

J.

Awesome place, so much stuff

E.

Nice to visit. Lots of old vehicles on show in and amongst the merchandise to purchase . Quaint little restaurant with some delicious coffee ☕ and light meals

R.

What an interesting hardware shop. Thank you for making the exhibits available to view, at no cost. Well worth the visit.

B.

Very helpful, good range of products.

Z.

Just purchased some tools from E Hayes in Invercargill. Was quick and painless even during level 3 of COVID-19.I simply called the store gave them a list of what I was after and the staff collected the items and processed the transaction ready to collect.Where there were more than one available product the staff explained the differences and let me decide which product I would like. A very easy way to support local considering the circumstances.

R.

This amazing place is both general hardware and motorcycle museum in one. The range of products is huge as is the collection which sits among the items for sale. Burt Munro motorcycle world's fastest Indian is the if only the race fairing the iconic. All sorts of bits and bobs of a mechanical nature are everywhere. Take at least an hour. It's a Mecca in the week of Burt Munro Race Week.

J.

Modern hardware store with a twist. Has a quality range of everything from crockery to engineering supplies to paint. The twist - home to replica/originals of Burt Munro's motorbikes etc (Worlds Fastest Indian), and other vintage motorbikes/race cars. Very popular destination.

P. T.

This is just a hardware store, but the owner has a passion for collecting motorbikes, so the there are many on display. It is free to enter and view the bikes (as well as a few cars and other bits and pieces) and the staff are more than happy to help and answer questions. We bought some bits just as a thankyou for allowing people to see these collectables for free. There are quite a few bikes (including the Indian), a few cars and some other bits. I likes the collection of pistons that Burt tried while fine tuning his bikes. Certainly worth a visit.

C. K.

I’ve been here a few times and I am always completely blown away by all of the very cool stuff they have on display. If you are ever in New Zealand you absolutely must go there, you won’t regret it. You will only regret it if you don’t go.

B.

Excellent service pleasant knowledgeable staff as always could have done with another person on the counter was a bit of a wait to get served as one staff 4 customers wouldn't put me off though wonderful shop

A.

A hardware store that stocks anything that you require. Knowledgeable staff who are able to help in choosing the right tools or products required. Excellent displays of motorcycles and vehicles owned by the Hayes family including the original World's Fastest Indian and Burt Munro display. Highly recommended.

C.

Fantastic place to visit!

R. K.

made to feel very welcome. free tea and coffee. service excellent good range of quality items at a reasonable price. And you can see the world's fastest Indian and a range of motorbikes cars and memorabilia. all for free. are must visit in invercargill

J.

Always a good business to visit always helpful the staff a real old fashion style about the place

L.

After searching at places like repco and supercheap and finding them lacking choice and being grossly over-priced. E Hayes had a better selection and much more competitively pricing. I often forget how good E Hayes really is.

C.

Fantastic place definitely worth a visit

M. S.

I visited E. Hayes hardware store during September to viewing the famous Burt Munro's Indian Scout motorbike that STILL holds the World record. My son and I were able to purchase our souvenirs of Burt Munro's life. We were both very pleased with our purchases and the friendly staff. We flew out of Brisbane and landed at Christchurch then the next day we travelled south.

M.

Fantastic choice for gifts, hardware etc and ofcourse you get to see the Fastest Indian bike etc etc

R.

Good experience, the staff was very helpful,

D.

Both myself and my husband were very impressed with the entire store! Special mention to Christine (?) who exhibited good ol' Southland warmth and friendliness. Pity now we are moving away

G. S.

For the motor enthusiastic it is free to visit. The World Fastest Indian motor bike is there plus replicates you can get on for photos. Other original items used in the film can be seen. Also, as an aside, it is New Zealand's greatest hardware store with dedicated knowledge staff. Not to be missed

P.

What can I say. If your close to E Hayes and have never been before then definitely pop in and checking out. It's big and carries a range of products far in excess of any other standard hardware store I've ever seen. From really massive tools to tools I've never seen before. Heaps of misc hardware. And the setting is part museum and part 1920 working hardware store. Love it. Just go in for a look if for no other reason.

J.

Fabulous... We wanted to see Burt Munros 'Red Indian' but found so much more. Very interesting place, something for everyone.

G.

Fantastic place they have everything you need to repair those little to big jobs even gifts or even a bit of old school bikes and tools on display and lying around enjoy

T. B.

Fantastic. Gift selections outstanding. You could never say you couldnt find a gift here. Even for the hardest person to buy for. And the experience of the cars and displays are fabulous. What a brilliant shop.

H. G.

If you like the Burt Munroe storey, this is the place. You will also find a great deal of other historical motorbikes and cars. Plus if you need a tool, you are in the right place.

A.

Omg I was told that there were things to look for here. But I didn't know how truly important this place is for the New Zealand culture. This is the home of Burt Munro's real Indian!!!! Wow. And yes it's a general merchandise and hardware store. Wow X 2

K. L.

Cool collection, for free. Worth a stop.

J.

Well presented shop, lots to look at. Classic cars, mens tools, kitchen wear. Recommend

C.

Shop is huge has a vast variety of things from camping to gifts to home handy man help and also have the fastest Indian bike as well as a large collection of old cars and motorbikes in the store good to take kids to and also to shop

T. U.

Great selection of tools and toys for boys!

A.

This is where the original motorcycle that belonged to Burt Munroe resides. A must visit for any motorcycle aficionado. No entry fee. Highly recommended.

R. F.

I look forward to visiting every time I am in Invercargill. Large and varied selection of stock. Competitive pricing. Well worth a visit if you are a Motor cycle fan.

D. M.

Home of 'The World's Fastest Indian' motor bikes, including the original Indian bike built by the late Burt Munro. An awesome collection of motor bikes and some cars! Plus, you can purchase memorabilia of the Indian motorcycle. E Hayes is also a hardware store, with everything you need to do those jobs at home, inside and outside.

W.

Best hardware store ever.

M.

Amazing, store come museum all in one place, the resting place of Bert Munro's collection of bike parts etc plus other things such as tools of all kinds 😊

J.

A must visit for rev heads and/or history fans. Doubles as a functioning hardware shop and a musueum. Large range of motorcycles and the odd car. Also houses the original fast Indian. If you are after fastest Indian memorial, this the place to buy it. The prices are not bad, though on the higher end. It also contains a gift shop with different knick knacks to fill the hearts content.

I. H.

This hardware store and Motorcycle display is not to be missed, as good a hardware store as you will find anywhere with the motorcycles on display including Bert Munros original bike's and props from the movie.

S.

Excellent with all sorts of tools and the motor bikes they have

M. D.

Love the gift shop always something different to purchase for family out of town. The vehicles and motorbikes are a good attraction too. Recommend for anyone visiting invercargill to stop by.

L.

Brilliant bike and cars display and real old school hardware shop. Definitely recommend a visit

S.

This hammer hardware is home to Burt Munro collection

G.

Incredible selection, incredible friendly and knowledgeable service, museum atmosphere of collectable motoring and other. A treasure retail store that all Southlanders should be proud of and should support so you dont lose it.

N.

Free motor museum spread throughout the hardware store and other associated stores. Excellent array of both historic vehicles, and hardware goods. Definitely a must see for any visitors to invercargill.

R.

I'm not a motorbike enthusiast but the Burt Munroe experience this week has been magic and the displays at Hayes and Sons have endeared me to Burt and motor bikes

E.

Great display. Recomend

D.

Not only sells everything you'll ever need but with a collection of museum worthy motorcycles and cars. A unique shop that is a credit to Invercargill and a must visit.

G.

Love going into this shop. Beautiful goods. They seem to cover most areas from the oil for your lawnmower to fine crystal. Service excellent

P.

Fantastic store.Staff really helpful.

c.

Fantastic place to visit a hardware shop and museum all rolled into one. Great to see the Burt Munro bikes on display in the shop.

L.

Great shop and cafe. Excellent for Xmas shopping.

E.

Because you can get things you don't always find in Christchurch. I was staying down with my mum on this particular visit & I was after something particular. Why you can't always get what you want in Christchurch is partly due to mother nature, and places moving or going out of business / town.

D.

A fantastic hardware store even if no bikes and cars were displayed they have everything you need plus things you dont

N.

I saw my old bike! Great collection, well worth the stop in. Friendly staff.

J.

Lovely shop, well set out, wonderful stock, kitchen and gift depth excellent but pricey.

R.

This place is just a lesson on how to do things right with staff willing to help and go the extra mile and a chance to see some things out of the ordinary of days gone bye loved the Indian outboard

G.

Amazing place and it's just a store but really nice to see the memorable antiques

A.

They have everything you need and you can choose the quantity you want instead of buying excess in plastic packages.

F.

Wow certainly worth a visit.

J.

Easy to navigate, friendly & helpful staff, would highly recommend them to anyone

S.

Wow what a store. Great gifts, clothes and hardware and then there are the bikes and cars and other bits of machinery. At every corner there is something else to look at from old lawnmowers to the acclaimed Indian motorcycle. The engine made from random parts such as pressure cooker and bedpam is amazing. And it works. Don't miss this wonderful "Heath Robinson" store. Sian. UK

I. W.

As a tourist, I'm not interested in DIY. But E Hayes & sons deserve huge thanks from the world, for maintaining a fabulous collection of museum pieces from motor a motorcycle history. And if I ever need a double handed hammer, I'll come back and buy one.

I. B.

I wasn't there to buy anything, but staff was friendly to give some story of Birt Munro and his World's Fastest Indian, if you ever seen the movie, you have to check this place out, if you weren't, then watch it and come here to check it out.

J.

as a visitor from the north island love this shop so many beautiful things go every time I'm in invercargill

D.

Historic family owned friendly helpful iconic place a must see place to visit and get your motorcycle history fix from the Southland region World famous

R.

Awesome free exhibit - faboulous friendly staff i ended up spending money unexpectedly on cool stuff. Goid old fashioned service with a smile! Thanks!

J.

Very friendly staff and its the place of motorbikes collection including Burt Munros epic bike

J.

Where else can you buy crockery, clothes and hardware in the same shop. Burt Munro's Indian and other old bikes are a must see. This store is a real Southland icon.

J.

Is there anything that hardware store hasn't got it's one of those hardware stores you could walk around 4 days just looking at the tools and the cool motorbikes well done

F. C.

Slightly pricey. but a great family store. cars and tools for boys, homeware and girly stuff for the Ladies 😄 motor bikes on display . classic

J.

Its has something for everyone , local history, hardware, gift ware.

J.

Lovely staff, don't often leave empty handed. Thankfully I have a daughter who gets me gift vouchers from for my birthday and Christmas presents.

C.

A hardware store is a dangerous place for anyone into DIY. In this place you will get lost in the tools and also the cars and bikes in the store. An unusual combination of cars,bikes and a hardware store. Worthwhile to visit because it's free but also a credit to the Hayes Family for what they have done. You can't go to invercargill without going to see the world's fastest Indian plus a lot of other Burt Munro items. Another rare item there is Burts Velocette speed bike.

S.

A must visit ... great selection of hardware , like it use to be , mixed in with cars bikes and other amazing items

C.

The Christmas selection this year is the best in town - From light up cushions to elves and Santa's 💙 check it out 😁👍

R.

An awesome shop and we'll laid out...plus a great display of motorcycles....A must see!!

P. A.

Best hardware store with a free motorcycle mecca indoors. Best tool selection and you can get loose nails bolts etc without having to buy a container full.

P.

Always helpful great collection

D.

Best tool shop in NZ

J.

Huge store with a great range as well Burt Munroe's Indian and many other vintage bikes and cars on display.

S.

Wow. Even I enjoyed a hardware shop. Fantastic

Y.

Awsome place for all things home and outdoors. One of the greatest motorcycle museums I've ever known. A must place to visit and shop.

N.

Best store in the world. If you want it they have it! And awesome museum all in one place. You must vist to see it for yourself.

K. m.

Just took young German Backpacker there. When we walked in he saw an Areil or something bike. He was so impressed. But i said there is maybe 100 more. Then he couldn't believe the place. At it was for free

C.

Everything you need under one roof

R.

E Hayes & sons is a tradesmans dream and a backyards mechanics heaven, the one stop shop for everything. Take your partner and send her to the well stocked gift shop and she to will be hooked on quality gifts. Then relax and take in Burt Munro Worlds Fastest Indian along with a wide range of other motorcycles and classic cars at no cost, you will return time after time. This is a one of a kind shop and an absolute must do in Invercargill.

D.

The best range in town! And the only thing that beats that, is the knowledge the staff have. I'm yet to have a question go unsolved, or helpful advice not given. Great place to get exactly what you need, or discover all the bits you never knew you needed, and get them anyway.

J.

Love this place, I would recommend it anyday The people are friendly and a good inviting environment to be in, I wish there were more old school family shops like this around, where they still look after you and enjoy doing it !!!

N.

Been dealing with Hayes and in here with Father since the 50s. Knew and spoke with Mr. Irving H Norman H. And young Neville. Very important part of Ingill and Nz.

S.

Fabulous exhibits throughout the store. My husband was in heaven with all the motorbikes and the Indian exhibits

G.

Great shop and museum

W.

This hardware store also is a free museum displaying all kinds of motorized vehicles and machines. Also has Burt Munro's original moto on display!

G.

Even if your not shopping it's well worth dropping in to check on the displays. The staff are knowledgeable and happy to help. Bound to have a widget for your wotnot.

h.

So much more than a hardware store

M.

Amazing. Man in repairs ans sales dept helped me so much. Saved me money and gave excellent advice. Will be going there before anywhere else from now on.

M.

Clean and well laid out store and display area. Pleasant and helpful staff

A. C.

Very helpful staff, with a great selection of quality products. If you are serious about your tools and equipment, this is the place to find them.

j.

Amazing, you gotta visit this retail store slash museum. If you love cars, bikes and Bert Munroe then stop here.

T.

Such friendly staff. So much to look at and purchase. Recommend you to go

V.

Good shop to buy from nice friendly staff and good prices

L.

Great store can buy thing's you can't get anywhere else in the world. Has Burt Munroes record breaking Indian motorcycle.

K.

Neat collection of old motorbikes, especially Burt Munroes. Also cars and other machinery. The store with everything.

S.

Great good selection of gifts and friendly staff 👍

D.

Les offered me a gift suggestion, a wood moisture tester, and it was received with much delight by our son. Well done E Hayes.

L.

Colombus fan. Shop beautiful

J.

Seriously cool hardware store, full of old bikes and tools etc! Absolutely worth a look

J.

Thoroughly enjoyed the old bikes motorbikes cars and knicknacks

r.

Awesome place, a must do shop when visiting Invercargill

L.

Good people love all the old stuff there good staff to. number 1👍

g.

Great to see Burt's world famous fastest Indian bike on display. Makes you proud to be a Kiwi with history like this.

D.

Very interesting, must see if your in Invercargill and love old cars, motorbikes and other interesting machinery and tools

S.

Such a fun place, you can buy whatever hardware you need and see some old bikes, motorcycles and cars while you're at it!

T.

The best ever hardware store in the world!!! Never miss a visit while here in Southland

L.

Absolutely mind blowing experience. A museum and hardware store and all in between. If you can't find it there then it probably doesn't exist. Just visit and see for yourself.

M.

Great selection of products, fantastic memrobilia. Worth many visits. Looking forward to the new coffee shop.

R.

Great staff, so friendly and helpful. Also such a wonderful selection of gifts.

D. D.

Went in to see the fastest Indian, came away with some NZ outdoor clothing too. Great hardware store. Must see when visiting Invercargill.

D.

Most helpful old fashioned hardware store ever. The service guy spent 20mins problem solving our problem and end the end sold us a $7 part that solved it perfect.

D.

Great shop with a huge range of vintage bikes and a few cars throughout the shop. Also the famous bikes of Burt Munro.

E.

Love the motorbike collection. And finally saw burt Munro his bike.

C.

Great place to shop, loads of variety, very helpful staff with great product knowledge. Great culture & very cool vehicle displays.

D.

Loved the service from delightful lady who helped me with a battery for my car remote very special a real southland business thanks E Hayes

J.

Has something for everyone and a kot of unique items. The old cars and motorbikes found there are incredible. Really great service.

M.

My favorite shop has everything and a collection of bikes

C.

Very helpful staff even though they couldn't supply me with an matching replacement product.

L.

Great place very helpful staff

J.

Amazing dangerous place to visit try to keep money in my purse lol

P.

Great store and great motorbikes on display

T.

Great vintage bikes engines and the Indian! Also a great hardware store that O could spend days in:)

B.

Southern A++ Customer 😘 Care.

A.

Awesome display of old motorcycles with little educational plaques. Looked like a well stocked hardware store too.

C.

Friendly staff. Helpfull and shop stock those items that are not easy to get

P.

Always a pleasure to shop at this store.

B.

Fantastic place .. it has tools for the man homewares for the lady and Then they have classic cars and motor bikes on display

J.

The shop has a vast amount of products along with an amazing range of vintage and classic cars on show.

T.

One of our best local stores with the old school customer service.

B.

Such a great shop, I always find what I want and the service is exceptional.

R.

I usually avoid Hayes because of their prices, but, I have to acknowledge that Hayes have everything - - - things that other shops don't have, which is sometimes useful in case of a hurry or breakdown. Hayes for me is Motorbikes where I can relive my youth.

D.

All was the best place to find one bolt or nut, where in the world can you do that and look at vintage motor bikes and cars.

I.

Just go .. brought tea towels .. checked out the vintage cars and motorcycles.. have visited before . Keep up the great work Ian and Ellen Weston

S.

This place has got everything, from big mechanical equipment to the smallest of nuts and bolts. If your after something standard or strange you will find it here.

D.

A must visit and free. I love the way cars and bikes are interspersed with their stock.

J.

Cool Exhibits. Friendly Staff. Very interesting and some humorous signage on some of the classics. A MUST DO in Invercargill and FREE. It's all passion here, and easy for anyone to enjoy.

G.

Goods available at you cannot get anywhere else. Staff well trained and have good knowledge. Only negative is it the shop spread out and things are hard to find

R.

If you want something of quality and staff who know or will find what you're after you can't beat the service from E Hayes & Sons. A locally owned and operated company that has stood the test of time for a simple reason, good old fashioned service.

H.

Awesome shop, great service, would recommend all to visit 👍

P.

The second time in this shop which only gets better. Hardware and motor bikes, old to new. A must to visit.

B.

What wonderful old style store, with such helpful knowledgeable staff a great collection of Motorcycles.

A.

Went in for coffee,great shop in general lots to look at

K.

An interesting hardware store, which is more than can be said for most, with a huge range of products, including an extensive range of kitchen & gift ware, plus clothing

D.

Good selection of museum quality vehicles and motorbikes .

M.

Staff were very friendly and helpful.could buy what I wanted

L.

Went to see the motorcycle displays. Loved the memorabilia and the beautiful bikes and cars.

J.

Plenty of everything you need to get your job done this weekend

T.

Lots and lots of tools of various quality and therefore price, as well as plenty of other stuff

W.

Fantastic department store Amazing collection of motorcycles, cars, and collectibles You need a whole day to browse the shop I love it 😊

J.

Great staff who know their stuff. Very friendly atmosphere

K.

Competitive pricing, friendly and knowledgeable service, really comprehensive stock. What more could you want?

M.

Brilliant store, helpful staff, great range and great product with an excellent museum thrown in. Love it 😊

D.

E Hayes & Sons a grand place at which to shop. Courteous Staff and knowledgeable too. Good quality all around - and as Southland as Southland itself!

C.

Great local store with friendly staff. It's like going back in time, to how shopping in New Zealand used to be.

s.

Had a cuppa and something to eat at their cafe, was lovely, will go again.

A.

Awesome store with a good collection worth a look

A.

Super cool display spread thru the store

S.

Massive selection, knowledgeable staff. Fair prices

H.

A must see modern shop that cleverly integrates free viewing of historic motor bikes and the legendary Burt Munro

P.

Wonderful shop.

L.

Very good service. Very polite staff member

G.

Cool place with informative staff a must do in invercargill

B.

Got what I wanted. No trouble and very guck. Very impressed.

M.

There is not another hardware store like this in the country. Ladies there is plenty for you too.

S.

Cool collection of motorbikes and memorabilia, so good of the shop to make this available

L.

This place has a great collection of old motor bikes and history of Bert Munro

B.

No charge to see the fastest Indian, great collection, friendly staff. Well worth a visit 🙂

t.

Got to go see this place. Awesome collection

K.

Love this place it has all the tools you need but the best thing is they have the history of Burt Munro you legend

P.

Very cool vintage and historical vehicles.

S.

Awesome service and friendly team that go the extra mile. Well done team

M.

Best department store Invercargill

A.

An amazing place with great staff and more stock than any other hardware I've seen ..

A.

Massive selection, wish this was my local trade shop. Bonus museum

B.

Great service even though they did not have what we needed they made something to fit

J.

A lovely old Invercargill institution. I remember coming here as a child. great selection of goods and very friendly knowledgeable staff members

B.

Friendly staff Good service Great quality product Plus there's an awesome tool and vehicle display to boot

S.

A hardware store with a huge differance. The fastest indian on display. So many motorbikes engines and history.

R.

Great selection of tools... unfortunately they didn't have what I wanted - a 6mm Torx screwdriver

E.

This is a brilliant shop every tool a person would need.Great kitchen and gift shop.Staff are very helpful.

B.

Excellent, friendly service. Amazing quantity of stock and all good quality.

J.

Absolutely awesome place. Everything you need in one shop. Very helpful staff. Thank you.

N.

Everything a handyman (or woman) could want. AND the bikes ...WOW

R.

Such a huge range of almost everthing you could want all in one shop. Go Invers.

V.

Very cool hang out for dad's and now they have a Columbus coffee

G.

A shop that has something for everyone,with loads of history,old motorcycles, cars,well worth a visit.

M.

Amazing spot, part motor museum and a full on hardware shop, with a great range of Hardwear and homewear as well

A.

Great Exhibition of old Bikes and Cars

T.

Awesome place to visit while at the burt Munroe racing to look the the bikes on display .

K.

Helpful and knowledgeable staff, The coffee at the cafe was actually HOT - very happy

K.

Great staff. Friendly & helpful. Awesome display of cars & bikes

A.

Fabulous collection of old motorbikes, plus great things in the shop 👍 Highly recommended

B.

Great customer service and generally everything you need

S.

This store is a national treasure, it really is bloke heaven; hardware and classic cars and bikes. All it needs is a bar!

K.

Columbus coffee needs a full kitchen but great service

J.

If they haven't got it then they'll order it for you no matter what real good for older motorbikes it's the Burt Munro Centre

R.

The best hardware store on the planet, if you can't find what you want here it's probably not made yet.

G.

I thought the free French Champagne mid afternoon was very nice along with the complimentary croutons spread with caviar.

M.

Helpful staff ,quality tools and if they don't have it they will get it for you

D.

Fantastic general store with much automobile displays

L.

Different with the mixed trades under one roof. Great for Indians & Burt Monroe membrabilia.. Need singlets for ladies 😁

n.

Motor cycles and car transport heaven plus a hardware shop what more could a petrol head want I will be back

C.

A must see just for the automotive displays, but also highly recommend for there homewares and hardware, offering great advice and expertise.

L.

Excellent service, great to get people who know what they are talking about

F.

Definitely worth the visit, many unique collections

E.

This is more than a shopping experience but a walk through memory lane with staff that make you feel like you are among family.

A.

Amazing motor memorabilia, and yuh have to have a cheese roll!

R.

Beautiful friendly place,staff helpful,and the tribute to Burt Munro and other cars r amazing.

C.

Almost my favorite place to shop, a very good place to get such a variety of things

m.

Great tribute to Burt and decent souvenir shop as well

B.

Very well set up place a really wide range of products and gr8 friendly helpful staff

s.

Top quality gear and equipment Good service

B.

Fabulous place I looked at the lovely gift ware while hubby looked at the motorbikes.

D.

Great service staff will bend over backwards to help you. Not to mention all the motor bikes on desplay.

L.

Fantastic array of stock and plenty of knowledgeable staff. Also has memorabilia on dispĺay.

W.

Great shop full of hardware and the most beautiful collection of gift ware.

T.

Fantastic. A must do activity and it is just so much more than a warehouse shop. Thx Invercargill. I'll be back !!!!.

D.

It is a worth the visit even if you are not buying any tools from the wide selection .Old and historical tools and machinery mixed with the new

R.

Don't miss this! Best shop ever!

C.

A Hardware store and something else.....The home of the WORLD'S FASTEST INDIAN.This store is a must see for service and their collection of 50s cars and bikes etc.

S.

Any bike fan will make a beeline for this place, and boy howdy it's well worth a look.

P.

Just great service and old school cars, bikes and tools a must visit

J.

Always a great experience, brings back memories of my racing days.plus very good service . J

M.

The best Retail shop in Invercargill complete with a wonderful display of motorbikes and other wonderful machinery

S.

Good staff always nice lovely to see all the bikes and cars

B.

Like shopping here, has history and plenty of various products

S.

Always great service, never been let down yet and I am a return customer! Knowledge superior to none.

A.

love this place. They have a coffee shop now.

R.

Outstanding hardware shop with many fine motorcycle and car displays

M.

Lots to see and and A great vibe. Good customer service too. Expensive though.

t.

More than a hardware store. Love this place

T.

Great experience Added extra was the collection of motorbikes

S.

Bit of a trick to finding burt munros bike but well worth the visit.

C.

Very helpful and friendly, a real hardware store.

M.

Never seen a hardware store like it so much to see blokes love it

D.

Really cool, must be proud as punch to work there🙂

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