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

Drag Racing in So Cal

by Michael Satterfield – 04/13/15 Drag strips are a bit of a rarity here in Southern California, with word coming out a few weeks ago that the city of Irwindale is moving

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

Project Z: Update

Project Z has been undergoing a major transformation, from the straight but tired car we found in the Nevada desert to its original Datsun white. The car was stripped down to the

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

Nissan announces U.S. pricing for 2016 370Z

Nissan today announced U.S. pricing for the 2016 370Z Coupe, 370Z NISMO and 370Z Roadster, which are on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide. Once again offered in a selection of eight

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

“The Legend” Walker Evans Named Grand Marshall For NORRA Mexican 1000

In celebration of his contributions to the sport of Baja off-road racing and his continuing support of the “Happiest Race on Earth,” NORRA today announced that Walker Evans will be honored as

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

Fast & Furious Short Film fills in some blanks

This short film was written and directed by Vin Diesel in 2009, titled Los Bandoleros (“The Bandits”). The short is a prequel to the 2009 Fast & Furious and fills in the

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

Bull in the street

A Lamborghini stands out anywhere, but against the cool grey stones of the old buildings in the city of Brno in the Czech Republic, this bull demands yours attention. Photos by: Jiří

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

Is the Classic Porsche Bubble about to Burst?

Will 2015 be the beginning of the end for the skyrocketing values that classic Porsches have enjoyed the last few years? Auctions were crammed packed with everything from basics 912s to blue

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

Meet the Supercar from Furious 7

So by now it is likely you have seen Furious 7, the latest installment of the Fast & The Furious franchise. As usual Dom and the family find themselves in thrust into

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

Is Irwindale Speedway Closing?

by Michael Satterfield – 04/03/2015 The Irwindale City Council has voted to move forward on a plan that would see Irwindale Speedway demolished, the track, one of the last in Los Angeles

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago