"Țiriac Collection is the first collection car gallery in Romania open to the public, owned by businessman Ion Țiriac. Its collection includes about 250 cars and motorcycles, produced since 1899, 150 of which are exhibited in the gallery.

"The Țiriac Collection gallery was located in Otopeni, near the Henri Coandă International Airport, and was inaugurated on November 28, 2013. At the time of the inauguration, the exhibition space presented 70 units to the public. Following expansion works that took place in the spring of 2015, the gallery has increased its display space, currently including 170 collectible cars and motorcycles. In August 2024, within the collection, every athlete who won a medal at the Paris Olympics received a Hyundai car.

"Țiriac Collection includes models from over 30 renowned car brands such as: Jaguar, Mercedes-Benz, Rolls-Royce, Cadillac, Ferrari, Porsche, Aston Martin, Maserati, Ford, Chevrolet, Harley Davidson and others. The car collection includes units that have had famous owners, such as the Countess de la Nove of Switzerland, who owned the Daimler Conquest Century Drophead Coupe, or Elton John who owned a Rolls Royce Phantom V Park Ward, both of which are included in the exhibition. The car gallery of businessman Ion Țiriac is the only private collection in the world that owns the six models of the Rolls-Royce Phantom series, produced until 1972." (Wikipedia)

"Located in Otopeni, just across Henri Coanda Airport, the gallery was launched in November 2013 and covers now approximately 4,300 sqm. Visitors will discover models of the most important car manufacturers including Mercedes-Benz, Rolls-Royce, Jaguar, Cadillac, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Maserati, Ford, Chevrolet, Harley Davidson and Indian Scout," the Țiriac Collection gallery says.

The gallery is the only current collection in the world that features all the seven Rolls-Royce Phantom models of the I-VII series, including 2 units from the IV series, the most exclusive Rolls Royce generation ever built. Only 18 cars were manufactured between 1950 and 1956, originally designed for Royals and heads of state.

"The oldest model of the collection is a Hurtu 3 1/2 Quadricycle, manufactured in 1899, one of the seven units still existing. All models displayed at the Țiriac Collection gallery are fully functional, being serviced by a dedicated team of professionals. Some of the units exhibited were completely restored by Tiriac Collection’s engineers."

"Ion Țiriac is the only man on the world map who owns the complete collection of Rolls Royce Phantom luxury models. There are eight series produced from 1925 to the present: seven can be admired at the "Țiriac Collection" in Otopeni, the eighth, released in 2017, is soon to be bought by the former tennis player," the gsp.ro says.

"In Otopeni, the name of the richest Romanian sits on the frontispiece of a huge hall: "Țiriac Collection". It is the place where hundreds of vintage car models are collected, in which the former tennis player invested tens of millions of euros for purchase, restoration or maintenance. Above all, however, a spectacular series reigns supreme."

"Tiriac explains: “I am the only person in the world who owns the complete collection of Rolls Royce Phantoms, series one to seven. I don't have number eight yet. I didn't buy it, because I'm an ass. The most famous is the one that won Peeble Beach, a kind of Wimbledon of cars. It's a Rolls Royce Phantom IV that belonged to Sultan Aga Kahn.

"It took two years and many hundreds of thousands of dollars to restore it. How much would it be worth now? How much would someone announce at an auction that they want to give. But they are no longer mine, I gave them all to the Foundation. Absolutely everything. If someone were to sell them, I wouldn't advise them. If someone gives them 5 million, 7 million, I wouldn't give it," the gsp.ro says.

"Rolls-Royce has used the Phantom name on full-sized luxury cars over the past century, and is the second, longest-used automobile nameplate in the world after the Chevrolet Suburban. The Phantom is a low volume, hand-built limousine, which in earlier generations was custom built to the customers desires, and sometimes extravagant whims.

"As automobile manufacturing became more prolific, and vehicles from other manufacturers could be built in greater numbers and at reduced prices, the Phantom remained hand-built and production of individual models only began once the order was placed. The use of the name "phantom" is a long tradition of naming models after "ghosts".

"Earlier versions from Rolls-Royce consisted of the chassis and engine, then arrangements were made to customize the body and interior to whatever the buyer requested. The Phantom is popular with wealthy business people, royalty and celebrities who desire the best of everything, and want a car with exclusivity and elegance." (Wikipedia)

"New research by leasing experts at Auto Trader has revealed the world’s best auto museums for car enthusiasts to visit in 2024, and Romania’s Țiriac Collection is on the list. Ranked third, the Romanian collection is the only one in the world with the 6 Rolls Royce Phantom (produced until 1972), and it also exhibits cars previously owned by stars such as Sir Elton John and Bernie Ecclestone, according to the report," the Romania-Insider.com says.



"Auto Trader experts analyzed Google review scores and annual global Google searches for over 180 auto museums around the globe for this research. Țiriac Collection scored 4.9 and had 79,200 annual Google searches in countries around the world. By comparison, the Gilmore Car Museum in Michigan, the top-rated museum, had a Google review score of 4.9 out of five stars and 177,600 global searches."

"For car enthusiasts and international visitors, the Țiriac Car Collection in Bucharest is a must-visit destination. Curated by Romanian businessman and tennis legend Ion Țiriac, this extensive collection houses over 300 vehicles, including some of the most iconic automobiles in history," the Visit Bucharest says.

"Located minutes from Henri Coandă International Airport in Otopeni, Bucharest, the Țiriac Car Collection spans over 4,300 square meters, offering visitors an extraordinary journey through automotive history. This private collection showcases various vehicles, from vintage classics to cutting-edge supercars, each chosen for luxury, performance, and historical significance.

"The Țiriac Car Collection boasts all models of the prestigious Rolls-Royce Phantom series, including the ultra-exclusive Phantom IV, favoured by royalty and celebrities. Each Phantom represents the pinnacle of luxury and craftsmanship, offering a glimpse into the height of automotive prestige."

"The Țiriac Collection Auto Gallery (Galeria de Automobile Țiriac Collection) is a museum with a collection of remarkable historic cars in Otopeni, Ifov County, just outside of Bucharest," the lovinromania.com says.

"In 2013, the private car collection of Ion Țiriac became open to the public as a museum. With 400 distinct models, the Țiriac Collection is one of the most remarkable car collections in the world. The oldest model is a Hurtu 3 1/2 Quadricycle from 1899, of which only 7 still exist today. The museum is also the only one in the world that has all of the first 7 Rolls Royce Phantom models. Among the collection are also vehicles previously owned by Sir Elton John, Bernie Ecclestone, and Sammy Davis Jr."

"Tiriac Collection was started out of a passion for cars by Mr. Ion Tiriac. Ion Tiriac – a tennis champion and one of the most important sports promoters, both in Romania and abroad – graduated from the Institute of Physical Culture of Bucharest (currently known as the National Academy of Physical Education and Sport), being awarded with the title of Professor of Physical Education and Sports, with a major in tennis and basketball," the Automotive Museum Guide says.

"Located in Otopeni, just across Henri Coanda Airport, the gallery was launched in November 2013 and covers now approximately 4,300 sqm. Visitors will discover models of the most important car manufacturers including Mercedes-Benz, Rolls-Royce, Jaguar, Cadillac, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Maserati, Ford, Chevrolet, Harley Davidson and Indian Scout.

"The gallery is the only current collection in the world that features all the seven Rolls-Royce Phantom models of the I-VII series, including 2 units from the IV series, the most exclusive Rolls Royce generation ever built. Only 18 cars were manufactured between 1950 and 1956, originally designed for Royals and heads of state."

"Ion Țiriac, born 9 May 1939, also known as the "Brașov Bulldozer", is a Romanian businessman and former professional tennis and ice hockey player. He has been president of the Romanian Tennis Federation.

"A former singles top 10 player on the ATP Tour, he was active from 1958 to 1979 and won 34 career singles titles. Tiriac was the winner of one grand slam title, the 1970 French Open in men's doubles. Țiriac was the first man to play against a woman and defeat her, in a sanctioned tennis tournament (against Abigail Maynard, in 1975). The highlight of his ice hockey career was participating as a defense man in the Romanian national team at the 1964 Winter Olympics.

"After retirement, Tiriac became active as a tennis coach, advisor and player agent in the 1980s, taking under his wing Ilie Năstase, Manuel Orantes, Adriano Panatta, Guillermo Vilas, Henri Leconte and the young Boris Becker. Later, Țiriac developed the Mutua Madrid Open ATP masters tennis tournament, which he has owned from 2009 to 2021. In 2013, he was elected as contributor into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. He has been managing French tennis player Lucas Pouille since December 2016."  (Wikipedia)

"In 1998, at the initiative of Mr. Ion Tiriac and with the support of the Romanian Olympic Sports Committee, but also of some personalities from the field of Olympic and performance sports, the Romanian Olympic Foundation began its story," the The Sports Excellence Foundation says.

"The Romanian Olympic Wave is a non-profit, apolitical and non-governmental organization that supports the development of young athletes, promotes sport and the principles of a healthy life and offers support to Romanian athletes in special life situations."

"Andreea Chelaru is now 29 years old and lives in Zarnesti with her parents. Former gymnast in the junior team from Onesti, Andreea's career was suddenly interrupted at only 14 years old, after a missed landing on the jumps, in December 1999. The diagnosis was spinal cord trauma to Andreea Chelaru's 2C5-C6 vertebrae, which means she was paralyzed almost from the neck down and is in a wheelchair," the The Sports Excellence Foundation says.

"Bogdan Cretu, 31 years old, started gymnastics at CSS Brasovia when he was 8 years old. At the age of 10, he participated in the first competition, at Sfantul Gheorghe. He liked working on rings the most. A period of preparation and competitions followed. The training had become more and more serious, as well as the training session on March 7, 2000, the last one for Bogdan. He was preparing with the team for another competition.

  The desire to do better, stress and maybe carelessness made Bogdan perform the element with a technical mistake, at which point the landing was no longer standing, but directly on the back of the head. After a few seconds, the only pain he felt was the one in the nape of the neck (neck), nothing else! After investigations, the diagnosis was: cervical vertebro-medullary trauma, in which he was paralyzed from the chest down, being diagnosed with Quadriplegia.

"George was born on March 6, 1986. He played for 8 years for the "RC Magic" club, then followed an important step for the young sportsman's career. From the age of 18, he was registered with the CS "Olimpia" Bucharest team, with which he was runner-up, Junior 1, and with whom he was promoted to the National Division, where, unfortunately, he did not get to play again, because in a match of preparation, in a pile, George Baltaului fractured his spine in the neck. Because of this accident, the young man was paralyzed."

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