ADVISORY/``Nob Hill Toasts the California Mille''.

News/Assignment Editors

ADVISORY ... for Sunday (April 30)

--(BUSINESS WIRE)

An Elegant Street Party Showcasing The Rare Sports Cars of the

California Mille And Nearly 100 Classic Luxury Cars From The Local

Community

WHAT:   The public can preview one of the nation's most spectacular
        displays of vintage sports cars at "Nob Hill Toasts The
        California Mille." Sponsored by The Fairmont San Francisco,
        the outdoor reception will showcase the 65 rare sports racing
        and production cars, dating from 1927 through 1957, which will
        tour Northern California in the prestigious California Mille.
        The California Mille unites cars from across the globe,
        including pre-war Alfa Romeos to post-war Ferraris.

        Highlighting this year's event is an additional display of
        nearly 100 classic luxury cars from the local community. The
        distinguished collection will include a 1911 Locomobile
        Touring, a 1926 Bugatti Type 38 Torpedo, a 1930 Rolls Royce
        Phantom II, a 1951 Maserati from the Paris Car Show and a 2000
        Ferrari 360 Convertible.

        In addition to the unique display of cars along Mason,
        California and Sacramento streets, partygoers will enjoy wine
        and spirits, sumptuous hors d'oeuvres and a chance to win
        fabulous raffle prizes, courtesy of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.
        Other sponsors of the world-class auto event include Jaguar
        Cars North America, KGO-AM, Veuve Cliquot and Pearl Vodka.

        The event will benefit the Nob Hill Foundation Inc., which
        serves to preserve and enhance historic Huntington Park.
        Tickets are $35 per person in advance and $45 at the door.
        They can be reserved by calling 415/772-5204.

WHEN:   Sunday, April 30 from 4 to 6 p.m.

WHERE:  In front of The Fairmont Hotel atop Nob Hill in San Francisco.

        For more information, contact Samara Diapoulos at
        415/673-5634.

Note to Editors: Excellent Photo Opportunity.