San Marino Motor Classic 2025 Showcases World-Class Cars, Raises $400,000 for Charity

PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Gala
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Gala

Media Release | San Marino Motor Classic

A fabulous weekend was had by all who attended the 14th annual San Marino Motor Classic in Lacy Park on August 24, 2025, ending the summer in style by joining us for this classy Classic weekend of events.

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PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Best-in-Show 1917 Packard Runabout
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Best-in-Show 1917 Packard Runabout
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Best-in-Show 1952 Chrysler Ghia
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Best-in-Show 1952 Chrysler Ghia

Thousands of spectators were thrilled to visit the prestigious Concours d’Elegance, where many of the world’s finest classic cars were on display and judged. A 1917 Packard Runabout owned by Linda and Robert Mollno of San Marino, CA was awarded Best In Show Pre War, and the Best In Show Post War award was presented to a 1952 Chrysler Ghia owned by Mark Hyman, St. Louis, MO. A complete list of award winners is posted on our website.

PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Event
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Event

It was a wonderful opportunity to see automotive history and innovative technology. A great time: classic cars, food & drinks, artwork, and vendors – raising over $400,000 for charity!

 

The 2025 Motor Classic Weekend

The 2025 Motor Classic weekend began with the elegant Symphony of Cars Gala and the Automotive Fine Arts Society exhibit on Saturday, August 23rd.

PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Gala
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Gala
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Gala
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Gala
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Gala
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Gala
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Gala
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Gala

The sold-out Gala, supporting the Cancer Support Community of San Gabriel Valley, was attended by over 675 guests who enjoyed an open bar, gourmet dinner, live music, and a presentation of twenty classic cars. Two generous guests both purchased a tour of Jay Leno’s Garage.

PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Food Truck
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Food Truck
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Food Truck
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Food Truck

Both art and automotive aficionados appreciated the opportunity to see works by well-known artists at the AFAS exhibition and sale. Students from Art Center Transportation Design were on hand making sketches of futuristic cars.

PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Art Exhibit
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Art Exhibit
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Art Exhibit
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Art Exhibit

Sponsors & Hosts

The 2025 Motor Classic was presented by RUSNAK Auto Group.

The Symphony of Cars Gala was hosted by Hing Wa Lee Jewelers – David Lee and Galpin Aston Martin, with wine courtesy of Bill & Nancy Naeve – B Cellars Vineyards & Winery and spirits courtesy of William Grant & Sons, Inc.

The Automotive Fine Arts Society exhibit was hosted by Team Janice Lee Berkshire Hathaway.

Giving Back

PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Rotary Volunteers
PHOTO: San Marino Motor Classic | San Marino Weekly | Rotary Volunteers

The Motor Classic, a non-profit organization, raises and donates funds to charities.

A winning combination: a wonderful event that supports our community. We are looking forward to next year’s event and invite everyone to become a Sponsor or Donor and help.

Motor Classic Beneficiaries

  • Pasadena Humane Society

  • Cancer Support Community of the Greater San Gabriel Valley

  • San Marino Rotary Charities

  • Give Mentor Love Foundation

  • Shriners Hospital for Children

  • Rose Bowl Aquatic Center