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Mar 15, 2025
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100 Days in M235i

6 years ago
1 min read
A young man named Oliver from Toronto has recently taken a 100 Day | 20,000-mile road trip across North America in his BMW M235i. The trip which he has dubbed ‘The Grand Detour’ took him to from the forests of the North East to the arid deserts of the South West, North to the far reaches of Alaska and across lonely stretches of highway in Canada.  

Olive is releasing a series of stories and videos about his adventure, detailing everything about his trip, from where he went, camping in a BMW M235i, cooking on the road, and all the amazing places he discovered.

With it (the BMW), I got to explore half of a continent, ranging from Mars-like deserts to Antarctica-like icefields. It forged through the Loneliest Road of America and hit the speed limit… of the road. As if I wasn’t already overloaded by the glorious ocean-bound cliffs and the spectacular Jurassic-like valleys, the car’s agility and willingness to play was peppering my sense of awe with shots of adrenaline, at each corner, like spraying fuel into the fire.

If you want to follow along as Oliver shares his adventures, he has created a YouTube Channel as well as Instagram Account under The Grand Detour name. His first videos take you through what he packed and the first few days of his trip from Toronto across to Detroit and in Amish country.

Photos by Oliver

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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