Lane Motor Museum occupies a former Sunbeam Bread bakery on Murfreesboro Pike, about three miles southeast of downtown Nashville. Inside sits the largest collection of European cars and motorcycles in the United States, plus oddball machines most visitors have never seen in person.
Founder Jeff Lane opened the museum in 2003. The bakery’s brick walls, high ceilings and original maple floors make an open, airy hall for roughly 150 vehicles on display at any time. These are drawn from a larger rotating collection that runs from the early 1900s to modern day (Lane Motor Museum). Expect Czech Tatras, French Citroëns and a dense lineup of microcars, including the tiny Peel P50. Amphibious cars, military vehicles, alternative-fuel experiments and one-off prototypes add to the quirky mix. Kids can explore a dedicated play area, and many vehicles are kept in running condition.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Admission is $15 for adults (18–64), $10 for seniors 65+ and $3 for youths 6–17. Children 5 and under get in free, and parking is free (Tripadvisor). The museum typically opens Thursday through Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and closes Tuesday and Wednesday. Weekday mornings are the quietest time to visit. Allow about 1.5 hours, or longer if you book a basement vault tour, offered on select days for an added fee. Confirm the current schedule on the official visit page before you go.
