If you’re a car enthusiast, a history buff, or just someone who likes shiny things that go “vroom,” Stahl’s Automotive Collection in Chesterfield Township is about to steal your heart. This place isn’t your average car museum — it’s a full-blown time machine that’ll have you cruising through decades of American innovation, culture, and craftsmanship. And yes, it’s as cool as it sounds.

🚘 The Cars Are Just the Beginning

Stahl’s Automotive Collection is home to one of the most impressive private collections of classic cars in the country. With over 90 vintage automobiles — ranging from the early 1900s to the muscle-packed ’60s — every corner of this place is dripping with nostalgia and mechanical magic.

🔧 Must-See Vehicles Include:

• 🏁 A 1930s Duesenberg Model J (yes, the Hollywood elite rode in these)

• A sleek Auburn Boattail Speedster — retro design at its finest

• Pre-war Packards, Cadillacs, and even a Tucker 48

• 🚓 Police cars, fire trucks, and oddities you won’t see anywhere else

And guess what? Most of them still run. That’s right — these aren’t dusty relics. They’re maintained, loved, and occasionally revved up to let the engines sing.

🎼 More Than a Car Museum

One of the wildest things about Stahl’s? The massive collection of antique musical instruments. From nickelodeons to player pianos and vintage organs the size of your living room, you’ll feel like you’re walking through a bygone carnival.

🎹 Music + Machines = Vibes

Every week, they host live music shows using these historic instruments. You’ll be toe-tapping while checking out a 1915 Pierce-Arrow — it's like “The Great Gatsby” meets “American Pickers.”

💡 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know You Needed

• The collection was started by Ted Stahl, a lifelong gearhead and local businessman

• It’s a non-profit, and admission is free on certain days, though donations are welcome

• It’s great for families, and the staff is full of stories — ask questions! They love sharing the history

🗺️ Explore Chesterfield Township Like a Local

Don’t just stop at Stahl’s — the surrounding area has gems you’ll wanna check out.

Local Picks:

• 🥞 The Pantry Restaurant – Killer breakfast and old-school charm.

• Brandenburg Park – Right on Lake St. Clair, perfect for a lakeside walk or picnic.

• 🍎 Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill (Armada) – A short drive away, but worth it for the cider donuts and U-pick fun.

And if you're in town for the weekend, downtown New Baltimore is just minutes away with its quaint shops, waterfront views, and friendly small-town vibe.

🚗 Ready to Ride Through Time?

Stahl’s Automotive Collection is a total hidden gem and worth the drive. Whether you’re a lifelong Michigander or just passing through, it’s one of those places that’ll have you saying, “Why didn’t I come here sooner?”

So go ahead — gather your crew, fuel your curiosity, and take a step back into America’s golden age of innovation.

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