Michael Satterfield

Michael Satterfield is the founder of The Gentleman Racer, a leading automotive lifestyle site blending cars, travel, and culture. Known for its compelling storytelling and unique perspective, the site has become a go-to destination for car enthusiasts and style aficionados. 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.

Five Gulf Racing Inspired Watches for Under $500

Back in 2018, I shared a popular post with a collection of Gulf Racing-inspired watches, many of them costing several thousands of dollars, and the few affordable options, like the beautiful Seiko

3 Days In Maranello: Driving The Ferrari Test Track

Pista di Fiorano (the Ferrari test track) is hallowed ground for automotive enthusiasts. Located near the Italian town of Maranello, just about 1,000 feet from the front gate of the Ferrari factory,

Garage Find: Ford GT40 MK.I Chassis P/1067

If you saw the tail end of a GT40 sticking out of a suburban garage with junk piled all over it, you would assume it was some long-forgotten kit car project, but

Porsche Releases OEM Infotainment Upgrade for 987, 997, and First Generation Cayenne

TGR Staff – 1/20/2023 Porsche Classic has released new infotainment systems for older models including the sixth-generation 911 Type 997 from 2005 to 2008, the early Boxster and Cayman generation 987 from

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2 years ago

Everything You Need to Know About Morgan Motor Company

by Michael Satterfield – 01/19/2023 The Morgan Motor Company is a British car manufacturer that has been producing hand-built sports cars for over 100 years. Founded in 1910 by Henry Frederick Stanley

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Experience Adventure in the Toyota TRD Pro

TGR Staff – 01/13/2023 The outgoing second-gen Toyota Tundra underwent three facelifts during its 14-year production life from 2007 to 2021. Finally, in 2022, the all-new third-generation Toyota Tundra began rolling out

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2 years ago

The Other Cobras

by Michael Satterfield – Updated 01/13/2023 When Ford decided to partner with Carroll Shelby on his Shelby Cobra, the company had a lot riding on the success of the racer-turned-Southern California hot rodder. But

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2 years ago

The Benetton B191 Driven by Nelson Piquet and Michael Schumacher

TGR Staff | Photos by RM Sotheby’s 01/10/2023 Benetton had achieved third place in the Constructors’ Championship of the 1990 Formula 1 World Championship, was hoping that their new B191 car would

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2 years ago

McLaren X APL Sneakers

TGR Staff – 01/10/2023 McLaren Automotive has partnered with high-performance athletic footwear brand APL to release the APL McLaren HySpeed sneakers in three new colorways. This is the second collection of the

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2 years ago

10 Things to do in Charleston, South Carolina

by Michael Satterfield – 01/09/2023 Established in 1670 Charleston, South Carolina is a city rich in history and culture, with a range of activities and attractions that are sure to appeal to

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Lost Racetracks: Jungle Park Bloomingdale, Indiana

by Michael Satterfield – 01/02/2023 Indiana is recognized globally for its auto racing, with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and its annual 500-mile race being among the most famous in the sport. However,

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Gentlewoman Racer: Prudence Fawcett

Prudence Marie Blake Fawcett grew up with a love for cars encouraged by her uncle Percy, a Bugatti enthusiast. Her first car was a Wolseley Hornet, which she would maintain herself at

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2 years ago

The Bugatti Chiron Profilée

TGR Staff | Photos via RM Sotheby’s – 01/03/2023 The Bugatti Chiron is a luxurious and powerful sports car that was first introduced in 2016 as a successor to the ground-breaking Veyron.

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