Museo Nazionale dell'Automobile

[tigerkoi]

Hi,

Driving through Turin/Torino a couple of days ago, and out of the corner of my eye, noticed the long wide building on my left, with the words, '...AUTOMOBILE' writ large.

Did a quick about turn, and wandered in. Thought to upload pictures (as well as keep them off the "Supercars spotted, some rarities..." thread) for those who may not have heard of the museum, or been lucky enough to get inside. It's a salutory experience in how a nation respects and cultivates it's industrial heritage. Also leaves the museum at Coventry a touch underwhelming in review, and makes Beaulieu come across as a tinker's shed.

A really good experience if you are anywhere near. Seeing my first Ro 80, the B99 Jaguar (which 'Roundheads' in JLR passed over this concept - stunning!) and the Mercedes-Benz 500K were great highlights.

[iva cosworth]

Great stuff.

I already had that noted for the next time i am in Italy,now even more so.

[crostonian]

Winter break to Turin coming up, just tell the Missus it has the best chocolate shops in Europe!

[chrisr29]

My god they've finally opened it! That place has been 'under refurbishment' for years.

Great pics, can't wait to go now.

The cinema museum is well worth a visit as well. Built into an old synagogue....surprisingly brilliant.

[6750cc]

Looks fantastic - now on my "to visit" list.

Cheers,

Andy

[soad]

Car porn, that is.