The museum by Sepang International Circuit feels rather slo-mo for a history of Formula One racing in Malaysia. There are several classic cars, but otherwise the information is all displayed on text-heavy placards. This is a place for dedicated petrolheads only.
National Automobile Museum
Malaysia
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