Mount Dora Museum Of Speed

206 North Highland Street, (On The Corridor to Historic Downtown), Mount Dora, FL 32757

352- 385-0049

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Ranked #2 of 7 attractions in Mount Dora

38 Reviews

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Owner description: We hope these photos will help give you a peek at the inside this private Museum. Your visit here is a chance to 'take a Dejavu trip' through time,... more » Owner description: We hope these photos will help give you a peek at the inside this private Museum. Your visit here is a chance to 'take a Dejavu trip' through time, walk through our 7,000 sq. ft. facility, and enjoy some of America's Finest Classic American Muscle Cars, Collectible Foreign and "Professional" Cars (Hearse & Ambulance), including lo-mile Old-Timers from the 30's-40's-50's, '66-'67 Shelby's, Mid-Year Vette's, classic trucks, '59 Cadillac Eldorado and sometimes a 'Rat Rod'. Experience a HUGE 40+ Year collection of Vintage Porcelain Advertising Signs, Gas Pumps, Air Towers, Jukeboxes, Cola Machines, and Pedal Cars/Strollers & 1/4 Midget Race Cars. There's even a display of Autographed Guitars & Backstage Passes from famous 'Rockers' & Country Artists: including Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, Aerosmith, Ozzy Ozbourne, Bon Jovi, The Rolling Stones' Ron Wood, Don Henley & His group, Billy Ray Cyrus, Graham Nash, George Thorogood, Chicago, Member's of the '99 Lalapalooza Tour, Montgomery & Gentry, & Chet Atkins,Madonna's Autographed underpants, and the entire, Cast Signed, Guitar from cable TV's "Pawn Stars" including 'ChumLee' and the "Old Man", plus Brooke Burke Autographed Guitar ("Dancing w/The Stars"). Just added: 'working' 50's B&W TV's with original programs! There is so much to see: Most folks circulate the Museum several times.

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Stephen C

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

1 review

“From South Africa”

Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Unbelievable museum. Although it appears small, the amount of memorabilia, trinkets, and just cool stuff can keep you there for hours. The motor cars themselves are all unique bar none, in pristine condition and can be seen close up. The owner curator is a wealth of knowledge, extremely helpful, but couldn't quite understand my accent. All is forgiven you were... More

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Thank You Stephan! With the aid of your funny, little phone gadget, that stored pictures, contained a Global Positioning System AND transmitted International phone calls like magic, I was able to SEE your varied collection of cars, as well. Quite 'unique' especially the "Old-Timers"..... a surprise for such a young man. My hearing??? Too many years in the Rock n... More

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rangiora

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“FABULOUS CAR MUSEUM”

Reviewed 21 March 2013

We travelled all the way from NZ and ensured that we made the trip to Moutn Dora to see this private museum. We were warmly welcomed by the owners and their friendly cat. A great collection of cars and a very well decked out museum full of lots of interesting collectibles from years gone by. Take the time to make... More

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Hello New Zealand! And The Rangiora's! We already miss you heaps as our best intention is to -suck the kumura for - such prezzies and crackers on your appreciation of our hard yakka. For us, it goes beyond chocolate fish, the bees knees.... by jingoes, we're listening with ears flopping from go to whoa. We are so glad you didn't... More

Odalys A

St. Petersburg, Florida

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8 reviews

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“Trip back in time”

Reviewed 18 March 2013

This little museum, and it is little, is a delight. It is very well planned out and though it is not big, you will have lots of fun checking out all of the classic cars and other items from years ago. The owners did a wonderful job in showcasing their vehicles which are the best of the best.

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Hello to the Adalys! I can't thank you enough for your kind words. There was, indeed, a lot of planning to make this the Best Entertainment Value in this area. Some times people expect the Guggenheim but, our Museum was designed purpose-built so, my wife and I could manage it alone and keep the admission price low. The City of... More

CandyQ

Senior Reviewer

8 reviews

3 attraction reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

5 helpful votes

“Beautiful Day Trip”

Reviewed 14 March 2013

We took off on our motorcycle for a trip to Mt. Dora. Beautiful day for a ride with an interesting destination.quaint town with restaurants, boutique type shops, wine tasting etc. a girls weekend paradise! The lake is beautiful and would have loved to have the time to take the tour - maybe next time..

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Hi Candy Q; Thanks for coming to see us. Bike Week always lends us plenty of Bikers who drive over for a Trip Back To The 50's touring this great town, super cafe's and then, our Museum. We have plenty of parking and lot's to see. We do 'tours' , for 20 or more , for just $2 more per... More

Jack V

Mount Dora

1 review

“Best attraction in Mount Dora”

Reviewed 9 January 2013

My wife and I love to visit Mt. Dora every chance we get. We always said we wanted to visit The Mount Dora Museum of Speed and never had up until this holiday season. All I can say is that anyone over 30 years of age would be mesmerized the moment you walk through the doors. You step back in... More

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Thank you Mr. 'V' for your kind review. Funny, after over 12 years here - near the downtown Historical District - we have many Mt. Dora area residents tell us...."I pass by your place all the time and always wanted to come in...." So, we're so glad you did.! We make every effort to change the displays as often as... More

Gazza3442

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“What a joy”

Reviewed 2 January 2013 via mobile

Staying just outside Orlando over the Christmas and New Year break we were desperate to escape the crowded Malls and theme parks. So after using Trip Advisor we came across this fabulous little place that is a credit to its owners. The exhibits are first rate and Cindy looked after us well. It was such a joy I recommended you... More

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Thank You So Much for your kind words! Hailing from the United Kingdom we especially appreciate the effort to come and see us and our Museum. Many of our patrons drive over from the Theme Parks after they tire of the huge crowds. The Town of Mount Dora is, indeed, a great Dejavu Trip to 'Kinder Times' in America. That... More

ac16987

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26 reviews

18 attraction reviews

Reviews in 15 cities

3 helpful votes

“What a hidden gem!”

Reviewed 22 December 2012 via mobile

Visited this museum over a year ago and what s fantastic little place it is. The cars are all stored surrounded by period decorations and all are in very good conditions. If you like American muscle, 60's, 70's and 80's cars you will love it here. Although the museum is small it will take you a good deal of time... More

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Thank You Very Much for stopping to see us again! "Wally" our official greeter LOVES the attention he gets from all the visitors here. He's a registered Persian cat & actually lives in the Gift Shoppe full-time. "Annie" is a bit more shy and only comes out to visit the Post Lady. I can't tell you how much your kind... More

Orlando_Resident_12

Orlando, Florida

1 review

1 helpful vote

“Will blow you away!”

Reviewed 20 December 2012

I wasn't expecting a ton from a small-town car museum, but man was I wrong. From the instant you step into the showroom from the quaint and homey entrance, you'll be shocked at how close you get to stand and view some of the rarest and most amazing classic cars in history. From 1950's Corvettes to a Shelby Cobra, the... More

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Thanks So Much for the Kudo's. The biggest surprise we get is someone that goes through the Museum in 20 minutes, or less. We are so glad to see that you spent enough time to really 'see' all of the 1,000's of Antiques , Memorabilia and Petrolina we have assembled over the last 44-45 years. We constantly endeavor to add... More

Paul A

Reston, Virginia

2 reviews

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“Awesome Experience!”

Reviewed 28 November 2012

My wife, father in law, and I wandered in here the day after Thanksgiving, not really knowing what to expect. Turns out we were the only ones in the museum, and Mr. Bogard gave us a personal tour and explanation of the cars and other equally fascinating exhibits. He was incredibly generous with his time, and is so knowledgeable about... More

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Thank You Paul for making your very 1st Review on TripAdvisor about our Museum. I'm so glad I could be there for your arrival. We JUST managed to squeeze 1 more car on the floor. Thanks again, for coming to see us. More

Richard V

New Smyrna Beach, Florida

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“Great Car Museum”

Reviewed 5 November 2012

My son and I truly enjoyed the day while visiting this great car museum. The cars are amazing and best part is they have Pro-Cars, ot hearses. As a funeral directior you don't see many museums with a hearse on display.

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Thank You for coming to see us! My appreciation for Funeral Cars was realizing each 'Pro Car' is totally custom made from the 'front clip' back. They were yesterday's, and are now today's, Custom Body Builders, just like in the 30's. Once we realized that , they were a welcome addition to our Museum. We hope that next time car... More