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Feb 12, 2025
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Unconventional Heroes

11 years ago
1 min read

by Michael Satterfield

Artist Gerald Bear’s latest series of illustrations, titled Unconventional Heroes, reimagines some of the most iconic cars from Hollywood films and television. Taking the iconic white stripe of Starsky and Hutch’s Ford Gran Torino and grafting it on to a Fiat Panda (I expect that James May would be pleased). Or the classic Stars and Bars of the General Lee on a Renault 4. Check out more below and be sure to head over to his Facebook page and check more of his work.





Via Gerald Bear 

Michael Satterfield

Michael Satterfield is the founder of The Gentleman Racer, a leading automotive lifestyle site blending cars, travel, and culture. Known for its compelling storytelling and unique perspective, the site has become a go-to destination for car enthusiasts and style aficionados.

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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