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

Shelby American Transport Truck

TGR Staff – 11/10/2014 Mecum Auctions has a really cool bit of Shelby history coming up for auction next January in Florida. This C500 Ford transporter was one of six built by

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

SEMA: Liberty Walk Aventador

One of the most talked about cars at the SEMA show as the Liberty Walk Aventador at the Forgiato booth. The car is as epic in person as it in photos. Liberty

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

Top 10 Classic Chevys at SEMA

SEMA is one show where all the manufacturers and designers pull out all of the stops to snag attention for their brands. These are a few of the classic Chevrolets that stuck

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

SEMA: The Magnus Walker Porsches

by Michael Satterfield It seems you can’t get near any automotive event without running into a Magnus Walker Porsche 911 and SEMA was no exception. Magnus who was working the Mobil 1

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

SEMA: Ringbrothers “Recoil” 1966 Chevelle

Official Release: Mike and Jim Ring never bring a knife to a gunfight, so they brought a 980 horsepower cruise missile constructed out of aircraft-grade alloys and composites and covered in paint

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

Exotics of SEMA

The SEMA show opens up tomorrow, as much as it is a showcase for the wildest rides that can be imaged, it is also one of the largest gatherings of Exotic Supercars

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

1966 Shelby Mustang GT350 H Race Car

The 1966 Shelby G.T. 350 Hertz edition is one of those automotive legends, the “Rent-A-Racer” program was short lived as many people took Hertz up on that offer and would take the

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

Mike Satterfield Named U.S. Spokesperson for Historic Mexican Road Rally

TGR Staff The Rally Historico Transpeninsular, the premiere vintage road race of Baja California, is proud to announce it has named Mike Satterfield to the position of U.S. Spokesperson. Mike will spearhead

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

Drive like Petty

TGR Staff You never know what you will find on Craigslist… this 1971 Dodge Charger “Petty Clone” is pretty darn cool if you ask me. I really like the rear taillamp panel

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago

Video: Ford GT goes 273 MPH at the Texas Mile

The M2K Motorsports Ford GT went 273.7mph at the Texas Mile this weekend. The car has previously run 278 mph and is the current record holder at the Texas Mile. Watch the

by Michael Satterfield

12 years ago