The collection includes a 1886 Benz Patent-Motorwagen, widely considered the first practical automobile.
The museum displays over 2,500 model cars and 300 automotive mascots.
Exhibits are curated to show the technological evolution of the engine, spanning from horse-drawn carriages to modern supercars.
The museum was founded by the Özgörkey family, prominent industrialists in the Turkish food and packaging sectors.
The display includes a rare collection of pedal cars once used by children of wealthy families in the early 20th century.
The KEY Museum in Torbalı, İzmir, houses one of the world's most comprehensive private collections of automobiles and motorcycles. Spread across 7,000 square meters, the facility displays over 130 classic cars and 40 motorcycles dating from the late 19th century to the 2010s. The collection features rare historical models, including some of the earliest vehicles produced by brands like Mercedes-Benz, Cadillac, and Porsche. Beyond the vehicles, the museum hosts a significant collection of automotive mascots and gas station memorabilia. The space is purpose-built to provide climate-controlled conditions for sensitive vintage parts. It is located on the premises of the Özgörkey Holding facility in the industrial zone of Torbalı.
The central hall featuring the high-end vintage sports cars against the clean, minimalist architectural backdrop.
Download the museum's digital guide or request a floor map upon entry to navigate the expansive chronological displays.
Check the museum's official website for potential temporary closures due to private corporate events held at the holding facility.
Plan your visit for a weekday to experience the exhibits with significantly fewer crowds.
Do not expect to see the entire collection if you arrive less than two hours before closing, as the facility is vast.
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
