Not sure what to power your Factory Five with? When you're building a Factory Five, finding the right engine and transmission package for your build is a must. That's why we work closely with trusted partners offering engine solutions for your Factory Five kits - so you can spend more…Read More
This past weekend marked something special. The very first Factory Five Mk5 Build School launched at Mott Community College in Flint, Michigan, and it was an incredible success from start to finish. Led by expert instructors Jim and Scott, students spent three days getting hands-on experience with the all-new Factory…Read More
The Winner’s Circle Project is more than a competition between schools in New York—it’s a hands-on learning experience that blends engineering, marketing, and teamwork. This program brings high school students together to design, build, and race Factory Five cars, pushing their skills to new heights while preparing them for careers…Read More
John B. from Nebraska ordered his complete MKIV kit in the summer of 2021, and it was delivered to his door on January 11, 2022 (Carol Shelby’s birthday)! Over the next year, John and his daughter spent hours in the garage, turning piles of boxes into their own masterpiece! John's…Read More
Congratulations on Picture of the Month to Customer Steve L. (@GoDadGo on The Factory Five Forum) who took his MK4 Roadster (#8515) on a private rally through South Mississippi, where it turned heads and kept pace with modern performance cars—“no power steering, no ABS, no auto transmission, just raw, unfiltered…Read More
Exciting news for Factory Five customers and enthusiasts! David Tabor says, “Greg (@rsnake on The Factory Five Forum) and I are gearing up for the Nevada Open Road Challenge once again, taking place from May 15th – 18th, 2025. We're expecting another fantastic turnout with a third Factory Five joining…Read More
Doug H. and his friend David stopped by today to pick up his Mk5 Roadster! Fortunately, they don’t have to travel far since they’re fellow Massachusetts locals. Doug’s build features IRS, Wilwood brakes, and the powerhouse 5.2L Predator GT500 engine under the hood. This one’s going to be something special—we…Read More
I’m Michael M., engaged to Nicole Smith and a close family friend of Factory Five President Dave. This winter, Mr. Smith gave me the opportunity to take the Factory Five XTF up to my grandparents’ house in New Hampshire for a holiday trip. As a welder, I know the importance…Read More
Congratulations to Trevor L. from Melbourne, Florida on his impressive Factory Five XTF build! Trevor turned his truck into a high-performance machine in just over three months. “We received the XTF kit on 4/29/24 and had it completed and on the road by 8/15/24.” Starting with a 2016 Ford F-150…Read More
If a company is run right, the least powerful person in the organization is the CEO, and everyone knows who they work for.. the customer. What a privilege to be able to lead this amazing group of talented professionals at Factory Five, enabled by the people who trust us to…Read More
Happy Presidents’ Day on behalf of all the employees at Factory Five Racing! This day is in honor of all those who have served as President of the United States. Factory Five is closed today, February 17, 2025 for the President’s Day, and will be back at work here first…Read More
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
The XTF isn’t just an F-150 with flares and a lift kit—it features a fully engineered tubular steel chassis built for serious off-road performance. Bullet Motorsports recently put their fully built XTF to the test, showcasing its exceptional design and capability in their latest YouTube video. At one point, Bullet’s…Read More
Lifelong car enthusiast, Joanne N. lived life to the fullest. Cancer didn’t stop her from taking a ride in her dream car! Check out this reel we put together in Joanne's memory on World Cancer Day. https://youtube.com/shorts/jZf9hQ67qAQ?si=u1IGLky02betY67_Read More
The Mk5 Roadster reveal was unforgettable! Hundreds of customers showed up to celebrate the next generation of one of the most iconic cars in history. We ran out of donuts, but there was no shortage of smiles, excitement, and great conversation. Seeing so many customers sit in the Mk5, check…Read More
Customer Marshall M. has dreamed of building a Factory Five Type 65 Coupe for over a decade, and his dream finally became a reality when he placed his order in April 2022. The kit arrived just one day before his wife Trina's birthday, making it an extra special moment. Thanks…Read More
Factory Five customers have unique build stories, budgets, and timelines, but each build is special. For Sean R., his journey has been about enjoying the process and making memories along the way. After much anticipation, he’s finally completed his dream build. Sean says, “I finally got my VIN number this…Read More
Congratulations @Chuck528 on winning Picture of the Month on the Factory Five Forum! Captured in Jupiter, FL during the early morning hours. The picture perfectly highlights the coupe’s timeless design under the warm Florida sun. Chuck, who built his own Factory Five Roadster prior, built this gorgeous Daytona Coupe for…Read More
As we welcome the new year, Jim L. from Placitas, NM celebrates his eye-catching ’33 Hot Rod build – Chassis #1047. This car has been a true labor of love, completed after four years of hard work and dedication. Finished in 2019 Corvette GrandSport Racing Yellow and powered by a…Read More
Michael A. and his wife, Jennifer, drove up from Texas today to pick up their Factory Five Type 65 Coupe kit—what an amazing way to kick off the new year! Their trip took a brief detour in Tennessee when their truck’s supercharger needed a part, but they lucked out and…Read More
Not sure what to power your Factory Five with? When you're building a Factory Five, finding the right engine and transmission package for your build is a must. That's why we work closely with trusted partners offering engine solutions for your Factory Five kits - so you can spend more…Read More 
