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

Is there any such thing as too much Gulf Racing Paint?

by Michael Satterfield With the new Morgan Gulf Racing edition, one has to ask, as the car community has gone too far? Have we hit the wall of “Too Much Gulf” Check

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

Morgan Gulf Edition

by TGR Staff The Morgan Nissan LMP2 built by Oak Racing has an open-cockpit and is an extreme sports car. Built specifically to race in the World Endurance Championship for Sports

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

Saleen 351 announced with 700 HP

Los Angeles, CA – (November 29, 2012) Hot on the heels of Steve Saleen regaining his namesake brand comes the first model announcement since the news was released. Making his announcement at

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

Retro Speed Apparel by M&P

M&P Speed Shop has been producing some automotive and motorcycle apparel since 2007. Unlike many fashion brands each design has a story behind it, a real person, place, or event. For more

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

eBay Watch: The 3.3 Million Dollar Plymouth

eBay always has something interesting when it comes to cars, from one of a kind home built automotive abominations to the finest of classics. You never know what you will find, today

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

First Batmobile to be Sold at Auction

by Michael Satterfield The original Batmobile from the 1960s “Batman” TV series is to be sold at Barrett-Jackson’s Scottsdale, Arizona auction. According to George Barris, 87, who created the car by customizing

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

Automotive Icons Take Center Stage at RM Auctions Arizona.

TGR Staff – 11/29/2012 RM Auctions, the world’s largest collector car auction house for investment-quality automobiles, is delighted to announce the addition of two multi-million-dollar entries to its eagerly awaited Arizona sale:

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

Caterham adds to Seven range with Supersport R

TGR Staff Caterham has added to its iconic range of Sevens, giving the acclaimed Supersport a steroid-induced brother – the two-liter Supersport R, which packs 180bhp and track-bred dynamics. Like the standard

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

Auction News: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Twister Edition

TGR Staff At the upcoming Mecum Auto Auction in Kansas City, MO we spotted this rare Twister Special in the list of cars that will cross the block. With a 428 Cobra

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago