The 2025 Seoul Classic Car Show will be held at the COEX Square for three days starting from the 24th. This is the first time a dedicated classic car exhibition is being held in Korea. Under the theme "Cars in History, Meet Seoul," the event is co-hosted by the Korea Classic Car Association and COEX, and organized by Autocar Korea.
The exhibition features a total of 19 vehicles, including 15 iconic classic cars from around the world and 4 motorcycles. Visitors can see the Kia Brisa S-1000, Saehan Gemini, Hyundai Pony Wagon, and SsangYong Calista, which mark the beginnings of Korea's automotive industry. The Gemini and Pony Wagon were restored by the Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance Mobility Museum. The maintenance company Spigen showcased restomod vehicles such as the Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda.
Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster. Photo by Ha Heeho, Archivist Photographer of the Korea Classic Car Association
Other notable classic cars on display include the Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster, Rolls-Royce Phantom VI, Cadillac V12 Series 85 Town Cabriolet, BMW 3.0 CSL Batmobile, Alfa Romeo 6C 1750SS, Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, and Ferrari Mondial 8. Motorcycles such as the Harley-Davidson WLA, Indian Scout 741, and FN 285T are also exhibited.
The Korea Classic Car Association, which organized the event, was established in 2023 and was officially recognized as a member country of the F?d?ration Internationale des V?hicules Anciens (FIVA) last year. Jeong Jaeshin, Co-Chairman of the Organizing Committee and President of the Korea Classic Car Association, stated, "We hope this exhibition will allow us to share the roots of Korea's automotive industry and the beautiful heritage of global automotive culture, while also inspiring future generations."
2025 Seoul Classic Car Show Outdoor Exhibition View. Photo by Heeho Ha, Korean Classic Car Association Photographer
Jo Sanghyun, President of COEX and Co-Chairman of the Organizing Committee, said, "This exhibition demonstrates that cars are more than just a means of transportation-they are cultural assets embodying art, history, and human life. We will continue to strengthen our role as a platform that expands various industries into the realm of culture."
On the 25th and 26th, there will be classical music and jazz performances. The event is supported by major companies and organizations, including the COEX MICE Cluster Committee, Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance Mobility Museum, Mercedes-Benz Korea, Spigen, Inje Speedium, and Sunjin Logistics.
Classic bikes including Harley-Davidson. Photo provided by Heeho Ha, archival photographer of the Korea Classic Car Association
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