[1] The museum was established as a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization in October 2002 by Jeff Lane,[2] beginning with his personal collection of 70–80 vehicles in Nashville's former American Bread Company bakery (1951-1994).

[4] In 2010 the museum began to host an annual fundraiser where donors were able to drive a museum car on a nearby rural route, which continued at least through present day.

[5][6] When not on display, the rest of the collection is stored in the basement of the building.

Tours of the basement storage area (otherwise known as the "Vault") are offered on weekends.

The museum will expand its exhibit space into the current parking garage by the end of 2025.