Gedee Car Museum
| Place | Coimbatore |
|---|---|
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2015 |
| Museum Type | Automotive & Engineering Museum |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | 734, President Hall Building, Avinashi Rd, Race Course, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641018 |
| Visiting Time | 09:00 AM – 06:30 PM (Tuesday–Sunday) Closed on Mondays and national holidays. |
| Entry Fee | ₹150 (Adults, Car Museum only) ₹75 (Children, Car Museum only). Combo tickets for ₹400 (Adults) / ₹ |
Museum Introduction
Established on April 27, 2015, by GD Gopal to commemorate his father, the industrialist G.D. Naidu, the Gedee Car Museum is located in the GD Museums complex on Avinashi Road, Coimbatore. It is a premier institution showcasing the evolution of automotive engineering through a private collection of over 110 vintage, classic, and performance automobiles from around the world.
General Collections
The museum spans two floors and includes themed galleries featuring cars from Germany, Britain, Japan, France, and America. Recent additions include a dedicated Performance Cars section featuring supercars, Formula 1 cars, and race cars designed and built in Coimbatore, highlighting the city's significant contribution to global motorsport.
Unique Historical Collections
G.D. Naidu Prototype: Rare prototypes designed by G.D. Naidu. Benz Patent Motorwagen: A replica of the world's first automobile. Maharaja’s Classics: Luxurious vehicles once owned by Indian royalty. Technical Exhibits: Exploded views of engines, gearboxes, and suspension systems that allow visitors to see the internal mechanical marvels of iconic cars like the Aston Martin Vantage.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
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| Notes | The museum is part of a larger science and technology hub. It is noted for its meticulous restoration work, where a dedicated team maintains many of the cars in motorable condition. It is a vital educational site that encourages STEM learning through interactive exhibits and workshops. |
| Artifacts | Vintage Rolls-Royce; 1956 Plymouth Plaza (assembled in India); BMW Isetta; Morris Cowley; Austin 7; Formula 1 and race cars; Original Burma Shell petrol pump; Cut-away chassis displays. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details |
+91 422 222 2548 +91 90873 00101 |
| Email ID | administration@gdnc.in |
Artifact Gallery
