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.

REO Runabout: The Mystery Dallas Startup Promising A $21,500 Barebones Truck

A new Dallas company wants to revive the REO name with a simple, gas-powered, body-on-frame truck, dubbed the REO Runabout. The idea is exactly what many buyers say they want, but the

The Brummett Maserati Special: Oklahoma’s Birdcage-Inspired Route 66 Hot Rod

Inside the Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum in Sapulpa sits a strange, beautiful Maserati-inspired sports racer with an Oklahoma story all its own. The Brummett Maserati Special.

Rolls-Royce Off-Road

When most people think of Rolls-Royce, they envision something like those 1980s Grey Poupon commercials: stuffy, aristocratic, luxurious, but somehow boring. No one thinks, "let's take that Rolls-Royce off-road,"...But here in rural

The CCM Spitfire

Since the very beginning, CCM have done things a little different, and the present day is no exception. The most notable difference that separates CCM from the rest, is the way in

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Cooling Down Project Z

by Mike Satterfield When we found our Datsun 240Z out in the desert of Nevada it has been maintained most of its life with parts sourced from local junkyards. The previous owner

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Sun, Fog, And Switchbacks, A First Drive In The Mazda MX-5 RF

Mazda invited me to explore the Northern California coast in the new MX-5 RF. While I have driven the MX5 Roadster before, I had been wanting to get behind the wheel of the

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Aston Martin Club 1913

Aston Martin kicks off the 2018 Monterey Automotive Week by again opening the doors of ‘Aston Martin Club 1913’, inviting attendees to get to know the Aston Martin Lagonda Group and its

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Morgan | Pashley Cycles

The Morgan Motor Company are excited to collaborate on two concept bicycles with a fellow British company, Pashley Cycles. Founded in 1926, Pashley Cycles are the longest established British cycle manufacturer, famed

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Automotive Artist Arthur Schening Releases New Series of Prints

by Michael Satterfield Arthur Schening is a graphic designer, illustrator, and one of my favorite automotive artists has recently released a new series of prints. I personally have a DBR1 print from

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

The EB110 Race Cars

Today, the name Bugatti brings to mind the Veyron, the Chiron, and the new ‘Divo’ to be unveiled in Monterey on 24 August. But in the late 1980s, everyone was talking about

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

The Petersen at Monterey

TGR Staff The Petersen Automotive Museum will display five historically significant cars at several major events during the world-renowned Monterey Car Week. Guests of Gordon McCall’s Motorworks Revival, The Quail, A Motorsports

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Car Girl: NicoleWRX

Nicole, an ICU nurse from Denver, says she is addicted to cars, she even met her future husband at the track. She grew up on the east coast but has been enjoying

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Simpson Design Italia GTZ

Simpson Design is a small coachbuilder in the Pacific Northwest that specializes in building retro-inspired sports cars on the Mazda MX-5. The companies latest creation has been dubbed the Italia GTZ. Drawing from the timeless lines

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago