Disneyland Extends Closure of Cars Land Area, Reveals Replacement Plans

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After extending the refurbishment of Radiator Springs Curios, Disneyland Resort has finally revealed the refreshed gift shop in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park. Let’s take a look!Disneyland Resort Extends Refurbishment in Cars LandCredit: DisneyRadiator Springs Curios, a merchandise location in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park, closed for apparent refurbishment on September 12. Initially, the rustic store was expected to reopen in “late September,” but by early October, the gift shop remained closed and surrounded by plywood construction barriers and scrim fabric.Disney cast members reportedly told guests that the Cars (2006)-inspired merchandise location was temporarily closed to allow crews to renovate and update the roof and patio.Radiator Springs Curios Reopens at Disney California Adventure ParkCredit: Anna Fox, FlickrOn Tuesday, October 6, WDWNT reported that Radiator Springs Curios had finally reopened following its weeks-long refurbishment. The outlet shared the first look at the Cars Land gift shop without plywood construction barriers and scrim fabric blocking its entrance and facade:Disneyland Resort does not appear to have made any major changes to the Cars Land merchandise location, beyond the promised roof and patio updates. It still features wooden signs reading “Radiator Springs Curios,” “Rare Hubcaps,” “Western Junk,” “Fossils,” and “U Want It We Got It,” as well as Route 66-inspired road signs and gas advertisements.Credit: DisneyDecorative elements have also returned to the store’s entrance, including vintage gas pumps, rusted barrels, plants, and wooden fences. None of that theming appears to have changed, though some pieces may have been restored if any sun or weather-related damage occurred.As of Wednesday, October 7, Disneyland Resort’s website and mobile app confirm that Radiator Springs Curios is open for regular business. It operates from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m on most days.Have you ever shopped at Radiator Springs Curios during a visit to Disney California Adventure Park? Share your experience with Inside the Magic in the comments! The post Disneyland Extends Closure of Cars Land Area, Reveals Replacement Plans appeared first on Inside the Magic.