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

Prepping for Winter with eBay Motors

eBay Motors asked me to team up with them to test out a new service called Virtual Tech. This blog post was written as part of my collaboration with eBay Motors and

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Enzo Bonafè, Hettabretz and Tecknomonster | Lamborghini

Collezione Automobili Lamborghini presents special editions in collaboration with Enzo Bonafè, Hettabretz and Tecknomonster, celebrating the newly launched Lamborghini Urus Super SUV. Enzo Bonafè, presents two super-comfortable moccasins from its luxury handmade

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

First Drive: McLaren 570S Spider

by Michael Satterfield When I got an email from McLaren inviting me to come out to test drive the new 570S Spider, I was excited. Having driven a number of supercars before

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

DB4 G.T. Continuations in Production

Another landmark in Aston Martin’s ‘Second Century Plan’ was achieved today with production officially returning to the company’s historic Newport Pagnell site. It marks a uniquely significant moment in which history has

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Visiting Indianapolis Motor Speedway

by Michael Satterfield Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) is legendary, is the home of the Indianapolis 500 and the Brickyard 400 and has hosted countless events including the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix,

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Puerto Rico Is Open For Tourism

TGR Staff Puerto Rico is open for tourism as it kicks-off its winter season on December 20th and just in time for the holidays. More than 100 hotels are open and operating. More than

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Top 5 greatest V8 Ferraris

Thousands of prancing horse devotees have overwhelmingly declared the Ferrari 458 Italia to be the greatest ever V8 from Maranello. Pitched against everything from the tax-break 208 to the current 488GTB, the

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

McLaren Senna

“You commit yourself to such a level where there is no compromise. You give everything you have; everything, absolutely everything.” Ayrton Senna The McLaren Senna has been designed, engineered and developed with

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Performance Racing Industry Show

by Michael Satterfield – 12/11/2017 I just got back from the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) show in Indianapolis, Indiana. This was my first time at the show, but it won’t be my

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

William Medcalf Vintage Bentley 2018 Drive

After the overwhelming success of William Medcalf Vintage Bentley’s ‘Drive Out’ events in 2017, the West Sussex workshop and showroom is committed to opening its doors to the historic motoring community once

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago