J.A. Cooley Museum

If history and early technology fascinate you, then visit San Diego’s best-kept secret. This unassuming 10,000 square-foot storefront is full of rotating exhibits that represent the private collection of Jim Cooley, a native San Diegan who has been collecting for over 50 years. Highlights include the only Hunt Special ever made, a 1912 Cartercar, 1899 Mobile steam car, 1900 Crest, many other great pre-war cars, and an impressive collection of gramaphones.