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Mar 15, 2025
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Waco’s Historic Gulf Station

6 years ago
1 min read

by Michael Satterfield

The best part about road trips are the things you unexpectedly discover along the way. While driving from Waco to look at some properties in the countryside, I spotted this amazingly restored Gulf gas station. It had an old Citroen DS pulled up to the pumps and a few more classic French cars are hidden around back, but no sign that anyone was around. We spent about 30 minutes checking out this amazing man-cave before we headed on down the road, but it was amazing to step back in time for a few moments.

After doing some research it turns out that the gas station is owned by Gary and Randy Balusek, two brothers who restore classic cars and use the old station as their workshop. Read More HERE.

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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