Route 66 Car Museum

Springfield, Missouri

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The museum has announced that it will be closing in April 2027. Visit while you can!

The Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri is a privately owned collection of more than 75 classic automobiles, sports cars, and celebrity vehicles spread across 20,000 square feet right on the historic Route 66 alignment.

The collection was built by Guy Mace, who bought his first Jaguar in 1990 and has been adding to the collection ever since, with a focus on sports cars and classics spanning from the early 1900s through the 1990s. The museum opened to the public in 2016 and today represents more than a century of automotive history, from brass-era relics to movie cars.

Some of the standout pieces are genuinely hard to find anywhere else. The 1936 Horch is one of approximately 50 sold to the German government in 1937 for use by military general officers. Stored in South Dakota for more than 50 years, it remains 100 percent original and took second place in the 2014 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Prewar Preservation Class. The 1933 Auburn 12 and the 1926 Kissel Brougham are both National First Prize winners from the Antique Automobile Club of America. The collection also includes seven Jaguars, two Rolls Royces, and a 1963 Morgan that once belonged to Desert Storm General Norman Schwarzkopf.

The celebrity and movie cars are a highlight in their own right. The famous truck from the Henry Fonda film The Grapes of Wrath is here, as is the Gotham Cruiser (the 1979 Batmobile), and a 1991 Ghostbusters Ectomobile. The collection spans brass and pre-war era cars from 1907 to 1939, post-war classics from the 1940s and 1960s, and modern-era vehicles from the 1970s onward, including a 1970 Chevy Camaro Pro Street and a 1981 Rolls Royce Corniche.

A gift shop on site carries Route 66 memorabilia, die-cast cars, and collectibles. It’s a natural pairing with the College Street Cafe next door, which shares the parking lot. Whether you’re a serious car enthusiast or just appreciate a good piece of history, the Route 66 Car Museum is worth the stop.

The museum owner has announced that he plans to close the museum on April 17, 2027, so plan to visit while you still can!

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September 26, 2026

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Mellow Yellow Race Car at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

Blue 1965 Cobra at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

Red 1956 Ford Thunderbird at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

Red 1932 Ford M-1 at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

1926 Hudson Truck at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

Red 1957 MGA at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

Green 1963 Morgan +4 at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

Yellow 1972 DeTomaso Pantera at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

Silver 1983 DMC Delorean at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

Chrysler Town & Country Sedan at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

1991 Ghostbusters Ectomobile at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

Packard Hood Ornament at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

1910 Maxwell Model G at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

1921 Ford Model A at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

1971 Gotham Roadster at the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

Yellow and black exterior of the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri

Know Before You Go

To make the most of your visit to the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri here are some things to know before you go.

Where is the Route 66 Car Museum located?

The Route 66 Car Museum is in a yellow building at 1634 W. College St. in Springfield, Missouri, along historic Route 66 just west of Kansas Expressway. Find it in the same parking lot as College Street Cafe.

What are the hours?

This classic car museum is open seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.

How much does admission cost?

Admission is $15 for adults, $13 for seniors and veterans, and $5 for children under 10. Children age 2 and under are free. Tickets are purchased at the door.

Is there a gift shop?

Yes. The gift shop carries Route 66 memorabilia, old signs, tools, oil and gas cans, die-cast scale model cars, vintage toys, T-shirts, and baseball caps.

Where can you park?

The attached parking lot can easily accommodate cars along with tour buses and larger vehicles. Parking is free.

Where to Stay Near the Route 66 Car Museum

Complete your travel itinerary and get a good night’s rest on your road trip with a stay at one of these Springfield, Missouri hotels near Route 66.

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Hotel Vandivort

Hotel Vandivort is a high-end boutique hotel located in a former Masonic temple just off Park Central Square, making it convenient to dining, shopping, entertainment, and Route 66 attractions. The hotel decor mixes vintage and industrial elements to offer a unique backdrop to your stay. Upgrade your experience to suite with a kitchenette, balcony, or fireplace.

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