Posted on November 12, 2024 by Dave Lindsey in What's New
We are proud to add a Stage 1 version of our XTF Extreme Truck to production. Now you can build an XTF for less money, less effort, and still get all of the great looks and almost all of the rockstar off-road performance. Check out the new XTF website that…Read More
Posted on November 12, 2024 by Nicole Smith in What's New
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
Posted on November 11, 2024 by Nicole Smith in What's New
Customer Joe C.’s Mk4 Roadster, displayed in the Field of Honor around the Idaho Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Freeman Park, is a tribute to our passion for cars and our respect for veterans. This Veterans Day, we honor and thank the brave men and women who have defended our freedoms.…Read More
Posted on November 11, 2024 by Nicole Smith in What's New
Monday was a busy day at Factory Five with two exciting customer pickups! Chaun C. and his family made the trip from Ontario, Canada, to pick up their Factory Five Mk4 Roadster kit. After restoring a Ford Galaxy 500, they were ready to dive into their dream build with us.…Read More
Posted on November 8, 2024 by Dave Lindsey in What's New
It’s a busy Friday at Factory Five as we wrap up SEMA week! We kicked off the day with Tim S. from Indiana who picked up his new Type 65 Coupe, and got a shop tour before heading home to start his build. Then, we welcomed Jeff N. and his…Read More
Posted on November 8, 2024 by Dave Lindsey in What's New
There are so many cool builds and innovations on display at the SEMA Show, and it's always fun to walk around and find a Factory Five being used to show off these projects. FFR Director of Engineering Jesper Ingerselv spotted this '35 Hot Rod Truck EV build by Switch Vehicles.…Read More
Posted on November 7, 2024 by Nicole Smith in What's New
Customer Lou P. from Canada has transformed his Factory Five Type 65 Coupe into a rocket, beginning his journey in October 2017 with a Gen 3 kit. He completed his build September 2019, with a 410 CI naturally aspirated Ford Windsor with AFR 205 heads, Tremec TKO 600 transmission, and…Read More
Posted on November 6, 2024 by Nicole Smith in What's New
Here’s a look at Day 2 of SEMA! Our friend, Joey Logano stopped by to check out his XTF and ’35 Hot Rod Drift Truck. We’re also debuting our XTF Stage 1 kit! Click here to learn more. We visited with customers in attendance, including a custom Mk4 Roadster owner.…Read More
Posted on November 6, 2024 by Dave Lindsey in What's New
The 2024 SEMA Show is in full swing, and a couple of Factory Five cars have been named favorite cars of the event by Autoweek! The Factory Five Type 65 Coupe built with the team from MotorTrend as part of their 75th Anniversary is first up, and the HEMI-powered Speedstar…Read More
Posted on November 6, 2024 by Dave Lindsey in What's New
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YK76Kn63Lus In this week's episode, Dave talks Jim and Scott from the Factory Five Build School at Mott Community College where they teach students how to build a Mk4 Roadster or '33 Hot Rod in three days. Click here to learn more about the Build School. Watch the video above…Read More
Posted on November 5, 2024 by Nicole Smith in What's New
Exciting news! The Austin Hatcher Foundation's custom-built 2024 Factory Five Mk4 Roadster is at SEMA, and is now live for auction on Bring a Trailer! This special edition Mk4 Roadster, crafted by pediatric cancer patients in our Industrial Arts Therapy Program under professional supervision, blends classic with modern power—a 460-hp…Read More
Posted on November 5, 2024 by Dave Lindsey in What's New
The XTF Stage 1 is an easier to build and more affordable version of the full chassis XTF Extreme Truck. The Stage 1 kit keeps all of the aggressive style of the XTF and still delivers OEM-beating off-road performance, but by keeping the stock F-150 chassis, it can be built…Read More
Posted on November 4, 2024 by Nicole Smith in What's New
Setup is complete, and we're officially ready for this year’s SEMA Show! Catch our classic Factory Fives and MotorTrend Anniversary Coupe in Central Hall, Booth number 22331, and our Factory Five trucks in West Hall, Booth number 61091. The show starts tomorrow, so stay tuned for updates. Let the show…Read More
Posted on October 31, 2024 by Nicole Smith in What's New
A few years ago, Dan D. and his trusty skeleton, Fred, had a Halloween adventure! After a Trunk-or-Treat, they witnessed a hit-and-run and gave chase, dodging debris along the way. They missed the plate number, but back at the scene, a witness had found it! Fred and Dan shared a…Read More
Posted on October 31, 2024 by Nicole Smith in What's New
Vinnie K. celebrates Halloween in Top Gun garb! He says, “Growing up, Top gun was the hit movie. Part 2 Maverick brought it back. My wife Wendy and I had a costume party that Saturday so we planned accordingly. It was an easy costume for the both of us to…Read More
Posted on October 30, 2024 by Dave Lindsey in What's New
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5TgIVoJFGg In this week's episode, Dave talks with Frankie Forman about how he got into cars, starting with Engine Power during the COVID pandemic, and his love of EFI engines. Watch the video above or listen in the player below. You can also subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts…Read More
Posted on October 29, 2024 by Nicole Smith in What's New
Christmas came early for Nathan K. from Ridgeway, VA! After 20 years of planning, he's starting his Mk4 Roadster build with a solid setup: Mk4 base kit, 3V engine from a ‘97 Mustang GT, solid axle, and 4-link suspension. Nathan is going for a sleek, modern look with blacked-out wheels…Read More
Posted on October 26, 2024 by Dave Lindsey in What's New
Customer Michael H. tells us, “This project started when my son Lochlann and I built a SBC as a father/son project so he could learn how an engine works and how to work with tools. We had no idea what we were going to put it in at the time. …Read More
Posted on October 23, 2024 by Dave Lindsey in What's New
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VMIDGeiZPM In this week's episode, Dave talks with Pat Topolinski about his racing background to how he got involved with RTM Productions and host of "Engine Power." Watch the video above or listen in the player below. You can also subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Read More
Posted on October 18, 2024 by Nicole Smith in What's New
It’s a busy fall Friday here at Factory Five! We’ve got half a dozen pick-ups today, and none of them are staying in the States! This morning, Chris S. from Canada picked up his Mk4 Roadster. Then, four more (2 Roadsters and 2 Coupes) headed out to Dan W. from…Read More
