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May 13, 2026
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Car Girl: Courtney Barber

13 years ago
1 min read

If you follow the Bullrun you might recognize Courtney Barber and her co-pilot Gina as the Team Mustang Girls from the last few events. Courtney has had her 1965 Ford Mustang for about 6 years and she has done just about all the work on it herself. In fact, she has made cars her vocation. 

Car Girl: Courtney Barber
On the Bullrun Road

She got involved with the Bullrun car rally 3 years ago, the Bullrun it’s a 3000-mile journey across the USA, each year they pick a different route. Last year was Team Mustang’s biggest journey, a  road trip from Los Angeles to Portland and back again, on top of that, the girls drove to and from the rally all the way from South Carolina, over 9,000 in just 18 days.

Courtney and Gina
Courtney welding the shock towers on her 65 Mustang

Courtney also just upgraded the Mustang’s power plant with a 351 Windsor. She even modified the shock towers and headers herself to get it to fit correctly. She painted the engine her signature magenta before putting it in. She will be showing her car at Mustang Week in Myrtle Beach, Rally North America, and the Sturgis Mustang Rally so look for her at those events.

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Michael Satterfield

Michael Satterfield, founder of The Gentleman Racer, is a storyteller, adventurer, and automotive expert whose work blends cars, travel, and culture. As a member of The Explorers Club, he brings a spirit of discovery to his work, whether uncovering forgotten racing history or embarking on global expeditions. His site has become a go-to destination for car enthusiasts and style aficionados, known for its compelling storytelling and unique perspective. A Texan with a passion for classic cars and motorsports, Michael is also a hands-on restorer, currently working on a 1960s SCCA-spec Formula Super Vee and other project cars. As the head of the Satterfield Group, he consults on branding and marketing for top automotive and lifestyle brands, bringing his deep industry knowledge to every project.

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