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.

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

Resurrecting Legend: The Long-Lost Ford GT40 P/1067 Emerges From A California Garage

Hidden for decades in a Thousand Oaks garage, one of the rarest Ford GT40s—chassis P/1067—has been rediscovered, igniting new passion for a Le Mans icon that almost slipped through history’s fingers.

Five Gulf Racing Inspired Watches For Around $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

Bumper Cars for Grown-Ups

Ever wonder what to do with a old Bumper Car? Well Tom Wright of Southern California decided that they would make fine Street Legal road cars. That’s right they are street legal

by Michael Satterfield

16 years ago

Inglese™ EZ-EFI® Eight Stack Induction Systems

TGR Staff -03/09/2010 New EFI systems from the aftermarket’s foremost induction jeweler deliver the perfect combination of show-quality looks, fuel efficiency & street performance The Inglese™ EZ-EFI® Induction Systems may look like

by Michael Satterfield

16 years ago

RHS® LS Aluminum Race Block

TGR Staff – 03/09/2010 Airflow technology leader introduces a high-performance GM LS engine block for radical street & all-out racing applications GM LS engines have truly set a new standard for V8

by Michael Satterfield

16 years ago

Stirling Moss Falls Three Floors Down Lift Shaft

By Margaret Davis, Press Association Motor racing veteran Sir Stirling Moss is in hospital today after breaking both ankles when he fell three floors down a lift shaft. The 80-year-old is recovering

by Michael Satterfield

16 years ago

Audi R8 Evolution Delivered to European Race Teams

2009 was a great year for Audi’s racing program. 2010 they are stepping up their game with the new evolution version of the R8 LMS. By April, Audi expects to have delivered

by Michael Satterfield

16 years ago

Day Trip: The Pomona Auto Swap Meet

by Michael Satterfield 4:00 AM my alarm started going off, I had to pull myself out of bed and down stairs to my garage. I loaded up a few Fiat, Triumph, and

by Michael Satterfield

16 years ago

FT 86 a Toyota I Would Still Buy

by Michael Satterfield Toyota is currently the Whipping Boy of the automotive world, but I have to say my family, friends, and I have all been very happy with our Toyotas and

by Michael Satterfield

16 years ago

Video:Koenigsegg Agera

Of all the cars out there, some you just never see in person. I had the opportunity to see a rare Koenigsegg on the road when I was traveling around Europe a

by Michael Satterfield

16 years ago

Bufori Motor Car Company, The Flying B of Malaysia

by Michael Satterfield Bufori is a small sports and luxury car manufacturer founded in Australia, and now based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. They recently released their newest model at the Geneva Motor

by Michael Satterfield

16 years ago