Wednesday of Monterey Car Week has been the day of the Carmel Mission Classic for the last few years. This is a small event in a unique setting and it could very well be one of the events that does not survive the coronavirus.

Today we reach back into the My Car Quest archives and re-post two years of The Carmel Mission Classic – 2015 and 2017. This is the thirteenth of the My Car Quest Archives Series.

I do hope you all are staying safe and healthy and that you enjoy these flashbacks.

Mike Gulett, Publisher and Editor

by Mike Gulett –

The Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo, commonly known as the Carmel Mission in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, is the second California Mission established by the Catholic Spanish Missionaries. Built in 1797 it is one of the oldest buildings in California.

From August 13, 2015

I displayed the Iso Grifo at this wonderful event on Wednesday August 12, 2015. This is the first time I have attended but I will certainly add the Carmel Mission Classic to my calendar for next year.

There was a wide range of beautiful cars and motorcycles in a beautiful setting. Here are some of my photos.

More photos are in the slide show below.

From August 17, 2017

I attended the Carmel Mission Classic on Wednesday, August 16, 2017. This is a small event held within the walls of the Carmel Mission so space for cars and motorcycles is limited.

I displayed the Lamborghini Espada at this wonderful event. This is the third time I have attended and the second time I have displayed a car.

There was a wide range of beautiful cars and motorcycles in a beautiful setting with food and wine and beer tasting from local makers.

More photos are in the slide show below.

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