Tag: Hot Rod

Michael B. Fulfills a Dream & Gary C. Kicks Off Factory Five Build #21!

This week, we had some incredible visits that we just had to highlight! Michael B. and his dad traveled from New York to pick up a lifelong dream—a Factory Five Type 65 Coupe. With Factory Five President Dave Smith and Operations team member Matt Crocker there to mark the occasion,…Read More

Peter H. Graduates ’33 Hot Rod, Wins ‘Best of Show’ & Starts ’35 Truck Project!

Looking for the perfect winter build to turn into your future Sunday cruiser? Look no further! Peter H. from Michigan turned his Factory Five ’33 Hot Rod into the ultimate Sunday cruiser, winning 'Best of Show' at a local car event. After putting 1,400 miles on his car and showcasing…Read More

Joey Logano Wins Third NASCAR Cup Championship!

On behalf of everyone at Factory Five Racing, a HUGE congrats to THREE-TIME NASCAR Cup Series Champion, Joey Logano! Team Penske's Logano beat his teammate Ryan Blaney, as well as William Byron, and Tyler Reddick for the Championship. Logano won the first stage this morning and led 107 laps to…Read More

John H. Picks Up His Next Factory Five Build!

John H.’s Factory Five journey began in 2007 when he built his first Mk3 Roadster while his wife was pregnant with their daughter, Carrie. Now, he’s taking on a new project—a ’33 Hot Rod—alongside the whole family, including his high school-aged kids, Dylan and Carrie. The family even made an…Read More

Llewellyn’s Hot Rod Featured in NZV8 Mag as “Engineered Perfection”

Quotes and excerpts from Engineered Perfection by Shane Wishnowsky, with photography by Glen McNamara. Llewellyn Picton’s Factory Five '33 Hot Rod is a stunning blend of classic design and modern engineering, with inspiration that dates back to the iconic '33 Ford coupe, reimagined by Factory Five Racing. As the article…Read More

Factory Fives at Ford Fest 2024

Erik T. recapped his weekend at Ford Fest in Beech Bend Raceway Park, Bowling Green, Kentucky, "This past weekend, I completed my goal and attended Ford Fest with fellow Factory Five Roadster owner Dan H. We both competed in the Grand Champion Event, which was supposed to be two days…Read More

A Family Legacy: The Abadi Family’s Factory Five ’33 Hot Rod

In Panama, the Abadi family has turned their passion for cars into a lasting family legacy, embodied by their beautiful Factory Five ’33 Hot Rod. This car has become far more than just a car—it’s a cherished family heirloom, lovingly built by Walter Abadi, his sons, and the entire family…Read More

Watch Ask Dave Anything Episode 4!

Check out episode 4 of Ask Dave Anything featuring questions on if Factory Five sells completed cars, will we open another location, what chassis number did production start with, what motorcycles does Dave own, and where did the name Factory Five Racing come from. Have a question you'd like to…Read More

Customer David C.’s Superb Speedstar

David's Factory Five Speedstar has already earned a name for itself, winning first place at its first car show and getting looks wherever he goes. His most recent award was a Vintage Motorsports Cruise Award plaque at the annual Factory Five Night put on by Mass Cruisers at Patriot Place.…Read More