The core of the historical collection comprises material collected over the last two decades. There are over 10000 objects and the breadth of the collection has relevance well beyond transport history. The objects are an important intellectual resource for the study of the social and economic history of India. They include:

• Old lithographs/engravings
• Original photographs including rare albumen prints
• Old post cards on modes of transportation in India
• Philatelic collection of stamps/first day covers issued in various countries
• Rare books on India’s transport history Vintage enamel signs
• Vintage road/touring maps of India
• Vintage vehicle advertisements from old Indian dailies and magazines
• Old bills, receipts, license copies, share certificates, etc.
• Old automobile spare parts in original boxes
• Old automobile memorabilia including carriage lamps, decanters, ashtrays, mementoes, etc.
• Lobby cards