Haynes International Motor Museum facts for kids

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Haynes Motor Museum

Main building of the Haynes Motor Museum
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Established	1985; 40 years ago (1985)
Location	Sparkford, Somerset

A rare Canadian-built Bricklin held in the collection

The Haynes Motor Museum is an exciting place in Sparkford, near Yeovil in Somerset, England. It's home to more than 400 amazing cars and motorcycles! You can also find a huge collection of other cool items related to vehicles.

This fantastic museum was opened in 1985 by a man named John Harold Haynes. He was awarded the OBE for his work. The museum is a registered charity, which means it's run to help people learn and enjoy, not to make a profit.

Exploring the Museum's Collections

The Haynes Motor Museum has fifteen different areas, each filled with unique vehicles and stories. Let's take a look at some of the highlights you can explore!

Early Days of Driving

• The Dawn of Motoring: This section takes you back to the very beginning of cars, with exhibits from 1886. You can even see a copy of the 1886 Benz Patent Motorwagen, one of the first cars ever made!
• Veteran and Vintage: Here, you'll find older cars like a 1903 Darracq Type L and a 1922 Rover 8 hp. These cars show how much vehicles have changed over time.

Cars from Around the World

• Wheels around the World: Discover cars from different countries, including a unique 1975 Bricklin SVI and a stylish 1967 Citroen DS.
• The American Dream: This area celebrates classic American cars. A real showstopper is the 1931 Duesenberg J Derham bodied Tourster. Only eight of these incredible cars were ever built!

Small Cars and British Classics

• Minis and Micros: See some of the smallest cars ever made, like a 1964 Trojan 200 and a classic 1965 Morris Mini MK2.
• Great British Marques: This section features famous British cars, such as a sleek 1965 Jaguar E Type and a sporty 1977 Lotus Elite Type 75.
• The Morris Story: Learn about the history of Morris cars, from a 1917 Morris Cowley to a 1955 Morris Minor Convertible.

Special and Speedy Vehicles

• Custom and Bespoke: Check out vehicles that have been specially made or customized. This includes a 1941 Chevrolet 1/2 ton Custom Pick Up and a 1958 Morris Minor van that used to deliver mail!
• Motorcycle Mezzanine: Head upstairs to explore the exciting history of British motorcycles over the last 150 years.
• Hall of Motorsport: This area is all about racing! You can see different types of race cars, like a 1996 Ferrari Formula 1 Type F310 and a 1950 Healey Silverstone.
• Williams F1: The Drivers and The Driven: Get up close to a real Formula 1 car, the FW14, from the famous Williams racing team.

Luxury and Iconic Cars

• Travelling in Style: Luxury Cars: Admire beautiful and fancy cars, such as a 2007 Bentley Continental GT and a 1957 Bentley Series 1.
• Ferrari: The Man, The Machine, The Myth: This section is all about the legendary Ferrari brand. See stunning cars like a 2000 Ferrari 360 F1 and a 1980 Ferrari 512 Berlinetta Boxer.
• The Red Room: This special room is filled with amazing red sports cars from all over the world. You might spot a 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible or a cute 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite.

Fun for Kids

The museum also has a cool outdoor play area where kids can have fun and burn off some energy!