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

Le Mans 917K to be Auctioned at Pebble Beach

Gooding & Company, the official auction house of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance®, is thrilled to reveal the addition of one of the most important and desirable competition cars of all time

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Deuce Day at The Petersen

The Petersen Automotive Museum will commemorate the 85th anniversary of the 1932 Ford “Deuce” with a day-long car show cruise-in and celebration on Saturday, July 15th. The ’32 Ford, nicknamed “Deuce” for

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Autozam AZ-1

The Autozam AZ-1, designed and manufactured by Suzuki but sold by Mazda under the Autozam brand. Built from 1992-1994 it was well known for its gullwing doors and miniaturized supercar styling. Power

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Visiting Manzanar

by Michael Satterfield Manzanar War Relocation Center is where Japanese Americans were forcibly imprisoned from December 1942 to 1945. Located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada in California’s Owens Valley Manzanar

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Super 73 Scout

Lithium Cycles has returned with the next product in the Super 73 family. Responding to comments and pleas for a bike with the same unique style and soul but a more affordable

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Sir Malcolm Campbell’s Phantom

At the height of his pursuit of a new land speed record in the 1930’s, Sir Malcolm Campbell began a relationship with Rolls-Royce that would take him to glory and help him

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Lyon Air Museum

by Michael Satterfield – 07/01/2017 Founded by Major General William Lyon, Lyon Air Museum is located on the west side of John Wayne Airport in Orange County, California. Lyon Air Museum is

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Destination Nicaragua

by Michael Satterfield – 06/30/2017 Nicaragua’s unspoiled rainforests are home to 7% of the planet’s biodiversity. A great way to observe this abundant flora and fauna is with a canopy tour. Visitors traverse

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Mitch Evans | Jaguar

To familiarize himself with the city in anticipation of the upcoming FIA Formula E Championship race in July, Panasonic Jaguar Racing driver Mitch Evans made his inaugural trip to New York City

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

2018 911 GT2 RS

The fastest and most powerful street-legal 911 model ever is ready for launch: The new 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS is celebrating its official world premiere at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago