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

The Best Avenger is still the Worst GT40

by Mike Satterfield The Fiberfab Avenger came out of the VW kit car boom of the late 60’s and 70’s. Designed to fit on a stock VW bug chassis cars like the Ford

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Car Girl: Courtney Barber

If you follow the Bullrun you might recognize Courtney and her co-pilot Gina as the Team Mustang Girls from the last few events. Courtney has had her 1965 Ford Mustang for about

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Cyclist Hit After Blowing Through Red Light w/Video

by Mike Satterfield It’s no big secret that I don’t like the majority cyclists and yes I am aware of the studies that say its just some kind of transference of rage

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Aston Martin Vanquish Volante

Aston Martin today unveils the Vanquish Volante a stunning new luxury sports car that brings the thrill of open top motoring to the super GT class. The new Aston Martin Vanquish is

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

World’s 30 millionth Golf drives off the assembly line in Wolfsburg

TGR Staff As landmarks go, this is a pretty big one: the world’s 30 millionth Golf has rolled off the assembly line at the Volkswagen plant in Wolfsburg – a new production

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Suzuki Back in MotoGP in 2015

After two years suspension since 2012, Suzuki Motor Corporation has organised its test team to undergo more practical running tests at its advanced development stage and will participate in the official joint

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

NASCAR Driver Accused of Stealing Competitor’s Vehicles

Mike Harmon Nationwide Series NASCAR driver Mike Harmon turned himself in to police after arrest warrants were issued for him and his business partner David Novak. According to investigators the pair were wanted in connection with the

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Fiat 500L Living: The New Model in the 500 Family

TGR Staff – 06/18/2013 -The wider ‘living space’ of its segment: 5 + 2 seats in only 4 meters and 35 centimeters. -The only car in the segment with a load capacity

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

McLaren MP4-12C Destroyed at Goldrush Rally

by Mike Satterfield The Goldrush Rally is a yearly convoy of high-end cars, where for just a $14,000 entry fee you can travel with the ‘in crowd’ and enjoy all the debauchery

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Why I miss Peugeot

by Mike Satterfield The car pictured above is a 1991 Peugeot 405, the last Peugeot sold in the United States. I had one, it was one of the last Peugeots sold in

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago