We stopped into Murphy Auto Museum on our way home from vacation. Tucked into an industrial park, we parked, paid our $10 per person admission and explored this small but interesting museum. Sadly, we were told at the front that within a month it will be permanently closed. They have some interesting cars, really cool vintage travel trailers, a room with an HO Scale train setup and a very cool slot car track. We spent about an hour and while there a man with his two boys came in, and the boys were enthralled with the slot car track. One of the employees was so kind and let the boys race cars as long as he could stand there. They were having a ball. What a fun museum, and great for kids. So sad that it is closing. If you are going, you better make it soon. read more

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Dear Hubby once had a VW camper van, and has a thing for retro campers. When he saw an announcement for the annual vintage camper show, it was game on. What a fun, kitschy, time machine experience! The campers ranged from micro-mini teardrop -style, to a Greyhound bus which had been converted to a High-60's museum vibe. In the latter, I was transported back to the days of go-go boots and 45 records. The owner had the bus stocked with toys, games, furnishings and accessories of the era. Fabulous! Most of the owners dressed in period garb, and invited guests to tour their trailers. Color schemes and fantastic themes livened up the show. A DJ playing tunes from the 50s and 60s added to a party feeling. We grabbed a hot dog and listened to the music, people watching and taking it all in. The event was in full swing in the noon hour. Inside the car museum itself, there was a mix of classic cars, along with some muscle cars, and a few more campers. They've added mannequins sporting clothing from decades past, adding to the historic atmosphere. The model train layout is new since the last time we visited the Murphy. Quite extensive with great miniature scenery of a bygone era in Americana. Glad we checked it out today! read more

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This was our first time here. We brought the whole family and everyone enjoyed the trip. The staff was very helpful and happy to answer any questions we had about these beautiful pieces of history. I highly recommend to anyone that's into vintage cars and American memorabilia. read more

The Murphy isn't a museum: it's a hobby... I think. From the scruffy gravel parking lot to the cluttered lobby to the tightly-packed collection of cars and model trains -- yep, model trains -- and toys stuffed into a corner, there's no scholarship on display as you would expect in a museum. That doesn't mean it's not worth a visit. Checking out this disorganized jumble was like tromping through an attic and there's enough on display to keep you here for an hour. A number of cars are restored to perfect condition, others are obviously daily drivers, one has an interior torn apart awaiting TLC, and a recumbent motorcycle sits disassembled on the floor. I had two favorites. I could look at the gorgeous grille of the 1934 Terraplane all day. A decrepit 1920s Chevrolet house car looks like it hasn't been touched since it first hit the road. It was fascinating to peek into the primitive interior of this early RV that looks as if someone still lives in it. I took pity on its almost nonexistent engine. I'm sure children would go nuts looking at the substantial model train setup here but I felt like I was intruding upon the old timers who were commandeering their tiny city. (Those little trains make a heck of a lot of noise, too.) Well, whatever this place really is, it was a fun time. read more

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My cousin and I are big vintage lovers and when I heard about the vintage trailer show we hopped to it. I'm no expert when it comes to what an auto Museum is supposed to look like, but I thought it was put together well, the trailers and campers were far enough apart for people to walk around without bumping into each other and the vibe in this museum is very laid back and everyone was just so pleasant. There was a $10 entry charge to get in, and once inside they had several food trucks, one of them being Sweet Arleen's. The campers are well loved by their owners it's apparent in the work and detail they've put into them. My cousin went home and tried to get her husband on board, so far no luck. All in all this was a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon! read more

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Just attended the new location on their second weekend being open! We were generously given two small gifts for our attendance. It is much smaller than their previous location, however, their cars are beautiful and so well-taken care of. Such a special place in Oxnard with wonderful history explained with each vehicle. read more

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This is the best hidden gem in Ventura County. Good for people of all ages and a constantly rotating exhibit. Well worth the visit. Let me warn you, this is not your traditional auto museum. It is almost entirely made up of cars on loan from local collectors who've opted to garage their collectible cars in a non profit garage (museum) in exchange for a tax write off. Interesting concept that brings in an always evolving inventory of vehicles to check out. So you won't see the latest show car from a Hollywood movie here, but you are extremely likely to see a mix of interesting vehicles that people have love and cared for. When I visited in June 2018, they were profiling pickup trucks. It was awesome. They also have a pretty extensive selection of working model trains. Pro Tip: Museum will take about one hour to see. Suggest going for opening at 10AM when it's quiet and the staff are around to talk about the cars. Once done, take a quick trip up to the Yard House for an early bite to eat / few drinks. You'll be back home by 1PM for a sweet Saturday siesta. read more

I wanted to stop by here on the way back down from San Luis Obisbo, but I was a passenger in my friends beautiful 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. Fortunately after I told them about this place, they agreed to stop, so we did! http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard#CadBXKEC3SX8AfN8qzFZgQ PARKING: They have their own private paved lot, so parking isn't a problem. HOURS: Saturdays 9am - 4pm, Sundays 10am - 4pm. April thru December only: Weds 6pm - 10pm & Fridays 10am - 4pm. They ask for a $9 donation per person, but it's not required for entry. Kids under 12 are free. They have 45+ vehicles on display, but there doesn't appear to be a particular "theme" as they have a little bit of everything. This collection consists of mostly American cars and ranges from a 1903 Oldsmobile, to a 1924 Chevrolet "Housecar" (an early RV/motorhome), to a number of Packards, 50's/60's/70's pickups, Corvettes, even a Maserati and Ferrari, up to the newest, a 2008 Shelby (Mustang) GT500KR. A few are not in pristine (museum quality) condition and others needed the dust wiped off, but they're still really neat to see! http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard#QOpsLGKcI3Sel1cHV8l4Sg http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard#BE0_vI_AL65_-jZ_KfIZQQ http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard#IRvS2R8DKK12RvLaNeaAWg http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard#HSEpJRfviFkwag-mv071Rw http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard#hR3cgoTAMlYtdqglark2rA Aside from cars, there are also some cool old gas pumps, auto related artwork, toys / pedal cars and other memorabilia. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard?select=CadBXKEC3SX8AfN8qzFZgQ#trfk5fodM8ib-1y1ptpF6A http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard?select=CadBXKEC3SX8AfN8qzFZgQ#nV8mSutFQDwYjCzoKoTF8g http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard?select=CadBXKEC3SX8AfN8qzFZgQ#HjFSeJ-ob0xVSjGgqzp8hA http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard?select=CadBXKEC3SX8AfN8qzFZgQ#xvcX2ESo20ujQeczN66zZQ During my visit they were also featuring some mid-century modern furniture - cool! http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard?select=CadBXKEC3SX8AfN8qzFZgQ#eH5t5AiGICVmAdUUlm8-bA http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard?select=CadBXKEC3SX8AfN8qzFZgQ#Wjj21UMHEPeJxq1FRlOLuw Another thing that was really neat to see was the scale model train set up, run by the Gold Coast Modular Railroad Club! Their highly detailed set up covers 1800 sq ft, with multiple tracks and multiple trains running through very detailed little towns. Very fun and immediately brought out my inner child! http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard?select=CadBXKEC3SX8AfN8qzFZgQ#A_2MvO4xY7GseMpSIWA-cg http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-murphy-auto-museum-oxnard?select=CadBXKEC3SX8AfN8qzFZgQ#dZUBdcNiN3x2jKtHJCBtfQ OVERALL: Another auto museum that's worth checking out when you're in the area! read more

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A nice little museum with a number of unique cars (and a world class collection of Hot Wheels). All of which appear to be in running order (I'm speaking about the big cars, not the small ones). Adults were a reasonable $10 and kids were free (which was a nice bonus). We were told they just moved to this new location and are in the middle of a soft opening. Seems pretty polished to me. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable as to the specifics of each and every vehicle. David (the owner I am guessing) had to move some cars around and asked us if we'd like to ride along. We happily accepted. Can't say I've ever sat in a Studebaker Avanti, until today that is. I'm guessing this isn't something they usually offer up, but it was a nice gesture on what was a slow Sunday during a holiday weekend. They even gave my kids free keychains. All around nice folks. Highly recommend. read more

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It is a poor excuse for a museum. Some of the cars are leaking oil. Why would you charge money to see cars and stupid trailers and old campers that are not that are not in good condition? The good reviews are from friends. Believe me this is no hidden gem as one reviewer states. If this is a non profit, than you should just ask for donations. read more

The car collection is primarily American vehicles that span a wide range of decades. The most interesting vehicle is probably the ugliest and saddest, but the Dust Bowl car house was a funky curiosity. It's basically a farm pick-up truck with a wooden shed dropped on it. Even the rear bumper is made of wooden beams. The Murphy is also home to the Gold Coast Modular Railroad Club which local model railroaders work on their HO-scale layout. The setup is constructed with off-the-shelf items and very flat. For adults, there is a $9 suggested donation for admission. It takes about 20 minutes to see the entire museum. The Murphy is located very close to the Mullin Automotive Museum so visit both. read more

Great museum for vintage car enthusiasts! They had a really good variety of autos and you could get real close up on them (don't touch or get inside). We saw cars, campers, wagoneers and really enjoyed it. The nostalgia overload from the bikes and toys made it all a great morning. Really glad we checked it out and well worth the 9$ admission! read more

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I love cars, all kinds, all years, so I will check out cars any chance I get. Tons of old cars, not 100% on restoration but still very cool. I enjoyed everything about the cars but my all time favorite is the Detamaso Pantera, 351 Cleveland baby. read more

My wife and I visited last week and found this to be a quaint, yet interesting, museum. It features older autos but does have a lot of old clothing, toys, travel trailers and other items from the past. It brought back some fond memories. It's not too costly and a pleasant way to spend about an hour or so. There is, indeed, a fairly comprehensive train layout but the "Engineers" must have gone on break right after we walked in. We saw it running but looked at cars first. By the time we got back near it, they were gone. I did walk around it to look at the detail they had gone to on the design. Would loved to see it run. When we got there, a Boy Scout Troop was visiting and the parking lot (small) was jammed. When we came out, the lot was empty. You may face parking on the street to access. It's worth the visit. There is a "donation" of $9 per person. Not sure if it's mandatory. read more

What a great place to visit. I went with my father and we saw both of our favorite cars. Almost anyone would find their dream car. Have fun and take a camera read more

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I really enjoyed this museum. It's an interesting mix of beauty and fun. Not to be missed by anyone that enjoys a car museum. It was like being allowed into someones secret antique collection. They have some really cool muscle cars, awesome old trailers, and some of the biggest chunks of car metal from the heyday of the automobile. And for the adult kids, and the little ones, they have a model railway setup that is pretty cool. read more

A relatively small auto museum. It was nice to stroll among some old vehicles. Cash only for entry/donations. The staff member I met was great! This museum is worth checking out if you are in the area. read more

A very fine, wonderful museum. Many classic cars, both restored and in their original conditions. Placards in front of the cars give insightful and entertaining information. They also have a large miniature train set that beats the band. (NOTE: They Need Docents!) Fascinating and fun. read more

Hidden gem in this part of town. Stop by if you are an enthusiast you will not be disappointed.

Cool little museum. It has some neat cars and a large toy train display. Otherwise not a whole lot going on when I was there. I'd say it's worth a visit though. read more

The collection has various historic production automobiles (not custom built classic) and some interesting and amusing car camping trailers. Display is somewhat crowded. Also a large HO model RR layout. This is evidently a community funded and volunteer effort, no big money backer. Most of the vehicles are not extraordinary, but still worth preserving and seeing. Considering what it costs to run a place like this with probably not great numbers of visitors, $9 or $10 is reasonable to contribute for admission. read more

It's an Ok little place with a decent collection. $9 cash to get in $10 if you use a credit card. You can see everything in about 10 minutes a half hour if you take time look at everything. Could be done a little better and maybe have a little bit bigger selection of things to buy. It's a $5 charge at best. read more

There's some super-harsh people on here, as I usually expect from the complainers on Yelp. Don't listen. This is a small Museum but the people there really make it worth your while. Every moment we were there, we had someone smiling at us, ready to chat and share (but not at all in an overbearing way). They were very kind to my son (as opposed to some other car museums who start yelling when he even looks at cars too closely) and really, they are just full of knowledge. Gorgeous cars, changing shows, and a relaxed atmosphere. Model trains are always a hit with our family, too. First time visitors today, but we'll be back! read more

This is a must-see for anyone who loves vintage cars. Some very old and some not so old. They also had old bikes and the robot from Lost In Space." It might've been a reproduction though but I did't care since this place was fantastic. And since it's in Oxnard, it wasn't that far a drive from Santa Monica plus I got to shop at the nearby outlet mall. If you like trains, there are several train tracks set up with lots of little trains whistling by. I hope to be there in September or maybe it's in October for the station wagon show. I'm leaving by 8:30 this time to avoid traffic. That can mess up the day. read more