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

Paris Auto Show: Rolls Royce Art Deco Posters

Rolls-Royce Motors Cars will host a champagne reception on its stand at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, marking the launch of a special collection of art deco-inspired cars. The event will take

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

Fashion: Moonshine and Fast Cars

by Michael Satterfield Today’s NASCAR is a family sport with 75 million loyal fans, growing bigger and more mainstream by the day. Part Disney, part Vegas, part Barnum & Bailey, NASCAR is

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

Video: DIY Reventon

by Michael Satterfield Who wouldn’t want a Lamborghini? But spending $1.6 million on a Reventon is not likely to fit most peoples budget unless they have 50-year car loans… However, a Chinese farmer spent

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

Cobras at Goodwood

TGR Staff Shelby is being featured at The Goodwood Revival, and the images coming from the event are amazing. All photos are via the Carroll Shelby Facebook Page

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

The 1965 Mercer-Cobra

TGR Staff Shelby Cobras were modified by racers and builders from the start, many times by the Shelby team themselves in an attempt to coax a few more miles-per-hour out of the

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

8TH Annual Tony Sousa Car Show

We had a great time at the car show today put on by the Los Angeles Shelby Club.

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

The Hank Williams Cobra

by Michael Satterfield -09/15/2012 It is a rare sight to see an original Cobra on the road, even at car shows many of the “Cobras” are simply replicas, but rarer still is finding

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

Shelby Factory At 1042 Princeton Drive

I was lucky enough to be invited to a special event at the original Shelby factory at 1042 Princeton Drive in Venice, California. The same low brick building where Steve McQueen and

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

American Roads: Photography from the Road

by Michael Satterfield – 09/12/2012 I have been exploring the American South West on the road for the last few weeks. Here are some of the many roads I found myself on as

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago

SEMA 2012: Project Car Update

TheGentlemanRacer.com will be at SEMA and so will our classic Mini Cooper. Here is the mockup for the vinyl wrap! If your company would like to take part in our project please

by Michael Satterfield

14 years ago