Overview
Learn to Build a Factory Five in Three Days!
The Factory Five Build School is a hands-on, three day workshop where students build a Factory Five Mk4/Mk5 Roadster or ‘33 Hot Rod from the bare frame all the way up to the completed car in three days! Since 2002, the Build School has graduated over 6,000 students from the U.S. and all over the world. Classes are held at the brand-new Mott Community College, Regional Technology Center (RTC) in Flint, Michigan. Mott College Instructors are certified automotive mechanics.
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Classes held monthly
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Learn hands-on build techniques.
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Review concepts from steering, suspension, and brakes all the way up to wiring, bodywork, interior, and trim.
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Accelerate your learning curve and build your confidence!
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Build School graduates build their own Factory Fives better and faster
The school costs $999. Graduates receive a $250 Build School rebate towards the purchase of a Factory Five kit. U.S. military veterans and active duty receive a $100 discount off tuition.
"The Build School is a gem! The 3-day class was fantastic! I was excited about how fast the car went together and about all the engineering Factory Five built into the car to make it so easy to build. Both instructors Jim and Todd were excellent!"
CARL THOMPSON | FFR #5158 SP, NEWARK, DE
Build School Classes
Enroll in Mk4/Mk5 or Hot Rod Class
Call 810-762-0961 or visit www.mcc.edu/factory5/ to register.
Since 2002, the Build School has graduated over 6,000 students from the U.S. and all over the world. Classes are held at the Mott Community College, Regional Technology Center (RTC) in Flint, Michigan. Mott College Instructors are certified automotive mechanics.


What About the Gen 3 Type 65 Coupe and the '35 Hot Rod Truck?
The Mk5 Cobra replica shares a near identical chassis to the Type 65 Coupe. Customers interested in a Factory Five Gen 3 Coupe can benefit greatly from the Mk5 class.
The Factory Five '35 Hot Rod Truck is virtually identical to the Factory Five '33 Hot Rod with the exception of the truck bed. Customers interested in '35 Hot Rod Truck classes can benefit greatly from the '33 Hot Rod class.
$250 Rebate for Build School Graduates and $100 Tuition Discount for U.S. Military
When you place your order with Factory Five, send us a copy of your Build School Graduation certificate and we’ll take $250 off of your order. This offer can be combined with any other Factory Five specials.
To Register or Contact the Build School
Classes are held Friday thru Sunday. Click here to register for a build school class.
Location:
Mott Community College
Regional Technology Center (RTC)
Room 1304
1401 East Court Street
Flint, MI 48503
Phone: 810-762-0961
Email: renee.david@mcc.edu
Contact:
Renee David
Interim Director, Corporate Services & Lifelong Learning
Phone: 810-762-0961
Email: renee.david@mcc.edu
Local Airports:
Bishop International Airport (FNT)
3425 W Bristol Road
Flint, MI 48507
Distance: 6.7 miles
Capital Region International Airport (LAN)
4100 Capitol City Blvd
Lansing, MI 48906
Distance: 58.1 miles
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
11050 W G Rogell Drive #602,
Detroit, MI 48242
Distance: 78.7 miles
Accommodations
These hotels offer special rates for Build School attendees. Be sure to mention the Build School when making reservations.
Hyatt Place Flint/Grand Blanc
5481 Hill-23 Drive, Flint, MI 48507
Phone: (810) 424-9000
Click here to visit their website.
Hilton Garden Inn
101 W. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48502
Phone: (810) 233-9110
Click here to visit their website.
Build School Video
Two Guys Garage Factory Five Build School Episode
"Two Guys Garage" host Willie B attended the Factory Five Build School at Mott Community College and spent the weekend working with the class to build a Mk4 Roadster in three days. Check out the video above for an inside look at what taking the Build School class is like.
Note: Since this episode aired, the build school has moved to its current location in the Mott Community College Technology Center located in the Flint, MI campus.
Press
“It was the most value added event I have ever attended, a small price to pay for the confidence I obtained with the hands-on knowledge and experience.”
Bob McLaughlin, FFR 3981
Tequesta, FL
“...Everyone congratulated each other and then said their goodbyes. Armed with their own plans for a Factory Five ’33, they left feeling the three days were a worthwhile experience, and convinced that what they learned will cut their build time in half.”
Ron Kregoski
Cruisin’ News
“The three days were packed with valuable information.
This course is so well organized, I’m at a loss for
words. In the end, I learned that:
I can build the car. Mott College Build School is worth the price. The FFR Roadster kit is the way to go!”
Marc St. Amand, FFR 0434CP
London, Ontario, Canada