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  • 5/5 Joy J. 2 years ago on Google • 39 reviews
    If you like rusty old trucks and refurbished trucks too, this is the place for you!! We spent about an hour here walking the grounds exploring rusty gold. There was a work shop where some gentleman showed us a few refurbished cars. There was no charge but donations were greatly appreciated.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew F. 1 year ago on Google • 141 reviews
    If you love rusty old vehicles this is for you. Some of the vehicles here are 100+ years old. Photographers heaven. They do occasional Sunday night star shoots. The owner/docent was very friendly. It can be very hot, dress and prepare accordingly. Keep your eyes open for wildlife, including bees and rattlesnakes.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 William P. 7 months ago on Google • 339 reviews
    A very fun way to spend a few hours. Stepping back into history and reminiscing.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erlinda O. 8 months ago on Google • 159 reviews
    MTM is wonderful, like going back in time. Making the person walking through feel like a different dimension or portal is awaiting for you. Kinda weird but I like it ❤️ the guide ...'Lizard'.... is EXCELLENT 👍 I heard that he is a violin/fiddle player You should hear Lizard and UKELELE Linda jam. They were jamming in the yard at the Motor Transport Museum one day and made the guests feeling like they lived in the 1950's. I highly recommend this place
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dennis S. 7 months ago on Google • 39 reviews
    What a find to take a trip down memory lane (if you're old like me). A warm welcome by the member/guide (Brian?) who spent a lot of time walking us around and giving us a history lesson. Free entrance but for sure leave a donation to keep this gem of a place running. They keep the motors running for you. Thank you, Brian. We shall return.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Olga M. 2 years ago on Google • 17 reviews
    So much history and so many interesting vehicles to see! The volunteers were so kind and knowledgeable about the various vehicles and other mechanical devices throughout the museum. They shared about the history of the large mill and where the donated vehicles came from. Our 10 and 7 year old were fascinated by the large scale old machinery on display and large array of historical trucks. We will definitely come explore again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eric C. 4 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    A hidden gem in east county for anyone interested in vintage vehicles, machinery, or photography. Brian and the members were passionate and knowledgeable on-site guides. Wandering between the trucks and machines was a fun path of discovery.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chase C. 2 years ago on Google
    My wife and I are locals in the area, no matter how many times we've been here we've always noticed something we hadn't seen before! Brian is great, he loves sharing the history of this very interesting museum! If you like old cool trucks, busses, and history about the company...stop by and have some fun. There's something for everyone 👍💯
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alicia E. 2 years ago on Google
    Gotta love old and rusty! Car, rail, lumber, boat, it's all here. 100 plus years of transport trucks and some toilet making history all in one roamable place. Worth the stop off the beaten path.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ray F. 3 months ago on Google • 110 reviews New
    From a distance, the museum appears to be a pile of rusted junk, but it's worth a stop. The location itself has a rich history, including the milling of feldspar, which is used to make porcelain. The museum includes a shop where the owners restore vehicles. They are very passionate about their work and take years to do accurate restorations. The collection includes one-of-a-kind items such as a Curtiss jeep used exclusively in mid-century movies. Walking around, there are many unique vehicles on the lot. Free to visit (donations accepted). This is one of three historic sites in Campo, which include an 1880s shoot-out site and the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum.

  • 5/5 Todor B. 3 months ago on Google • 41 reviews New
    Beautiful place

  • 5/5 Francisco P. 7 months ago on Google • 21 reviews
    Awesome some place to visit!

  • 5/5 Bill G. 5 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    Lots of old stuff I have never seen before.

  • 5/5 MARLA M. 10 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Great place to go. It's free and you learn a lot from the people working there

  • 5/5 Alexandria 3 years ago on Google
    Fun to see vehiles that were around in my grandparents time. Dont forget to bring a donation and closed toed shoes

  • 5/5 Lin F. 1 year ago on Google
    Campo is full of local history. The Motor Transport Museum was fascinating and fun. Lots to see.

  • 5/5 Ben F. 1 year ago on Google
    Super cool place to visit. Lots of photo ops. Cool old trucks for days!! It's so cool

  • 5/5 Adam S. 2 years ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Great place, with tons of cool stuff I've never seen before. The guides are very knowledgeable about the history of all the vehicles there, and there's so much to see and learn about.


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