Kaáli Auto-Motor Museum

The long-held dream of Professor Géza Kaáli, founder of the former Kaáli Institutes, has become reality. Over the past few years, he has created and opened to the public one of Hungary’s largest and most diverse vehicle collections. 

Nowhere else in the world can such an extensive collection of Hungarian-made motorcycles be found under one roof as here in Dörgicse. The exhibition includes brands such as Méray 1000, WM Csepel, SHB, BM, Mátra, touring Csepel models, Tünde, Panni, Berva, Danuvia, and the complete Pannónia series up to the 1975 P12 model. Among them are rare pieces like the Pannónia MC62 and the Danuvia DMC125. In addition, internationally renowned motorcycles are on display, including the 100-year-old Henderson DeLuxe and the Indian PowerPlus. A special highlight is the BSA Empire Star (1936), identical to the one used by Nobel Prize-winning scientist Albert Szent-Györgyi during his European journeys. The exhibition also features iconic models such as the Zündapp KS600, NSU 601 TS, Matchless J Sport, Moto Guzzi Falcone Sport, Triumph Ricardo, Scott Super Squirrel, Imperia Model H, Norton Model 18, Ariel Red Hunter, and BMW R51/3. Professor Kaáli has also brought back his Harley-Davidson FXRX Low Rider (1987) from the USA, preserved in near-original condition. Motorcycles from former socialist countries are also represented, along with family-owned bikes once belonging to the professor’s father, often accompanied by original archival photographs displayed alongside the vehicles. 

The car collection is equally remarkable, featuring several models that are unique in Hungary and rare even worldwide. A central highlight is the 109-year-old F.N. model, alongside exceptional vehicles such as the MG TC (1949), Fiat Special F3 (1952), Lea-Francis 14 HP (1953), Alvis TC 108/G Graber-Willowbrook (1955), Borgward Isabella Coupé (1960), Lancia Flaminia GT 2.5 Touring (1960), Facel Vega II (1963), Iso Lele (1971), Lamborghini Espada (1973), Rover P5B Coupé (1973), Bugatti Type 35B, and AC Cobra 427 SC. World-famous models are displayed side by side, including the **Ford Model T, Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow, Bentley Continental R, Aston Martin V8, BMW 502 (“Baroque Angel”), Cadillac 62, Mercedes-Benz 190 SL, Porsche 356B, Ford Mustang, Volvo P1800S, Jaguar E-Type, Maserati Merak, Ferrari 208 GT4, Morgan 4/4, Willys M38, Chevrolet 3100, Alfa Romeo Montreal, Volkswagen Transporter “Samba,” and many more. An authentic American-style “diner” has also been created, complete with a period jukebox, Coca-Cola vending machine, and iconic furnishings, accompanied by classic cars parked outside. All vehicles in the collection are fully operational and presented in either original, near-new, or professionally restored condition. The acquisition and documentation of the vehicles were supported by Hungarian and international experts, while the detailed information panels were prepared by automotive historian Dr. Pál Négyesi. The restoration work bears the signature of expert restorer Péter Nagy, visible throughout the exhibition. 

Previously accessible only to the professor’s friends and acquaintances, the 140-piece collection has been open to the public since September 2020, allowing vintage vehicle enthusiasts and visitors to explore it through guided group visits.