Nearly thirty vintage cars rolled through Burgos for the annual parade, raising money for cancer research and honoring Sergio Corral, who died in June. Organizers aimed to match last year’s €4,000 for oncology projects. Corral had given the event its voice and championed the Asociación Española Contra el Cáncer; his family accepted a plaque in his name.
This year, nostalgia took a back seat. The cars ranged from a 1915 Ford T to a 1989 Nissan Patrol once used by the army. Cadena SER reported that the Club Burgalés de Vehículos Históricos organized the event. Entry cost €10, with all proceeds going to AECC-backed research.
Cadena SER reported that the Burgos initiative raised €6,422 for cancer research in 2025, up from €4,210 in 2021.
The parade set off in three waves from Paseo de Atapuerca. Cars wound through avenida de Cantabria and Reyes Católicos, then passed plaza de España and avenida de la Paz. They went by the Museo de la Evolución Humana, puente de San Pablo and calle Santander before circling back to the museum. Departures were at noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. People lined the streets to watch the rare machines roll past city landmarks, each a piece of history.
After the lead, attention turned to Corral’s tribute. His wife and daughters accepted the plaque, moving the crowd. Corral had been the event’s speaker from the start and never missed a year. The applause honored him and the tradition he built. Europa Press Castilla y León reported that city officials stressed the importance of scientific research in fighting cancer.
The vintage cars drew attention, but the mission was to fund research. The association’s president said every cent would go to oncology research. El Correo de Burgos reported that the event supported AECC’s scientific work while providing entertainment. Cadena SER reported that Burgos contributed €332,000 to the national association for cancer research projects in the past year alone.
Spain’s enthusiasm for classic cars is well known, and recent market reports have tracked car sales trends. In Burgos, commerce took a back seat as the city became a living museum for a cause that touches many families. The convoy included a 1935 Cadillac and Chevrolet Master Six, followed by a Rolls Royce, Mercedes Pontón and Jeep Commando. Local media reported the lineup.
The parade brought together heritage and support for cancer research. By honoring Sergio Corral, it showed how memory and solidarity can move a city. Even small efforts can contribute to the fight against cancer.
