When Derek R. from Texas took delivery of his Factory Five Type 65 Coupe in October 2021, he began a full-on family build. Just six months later, the car was in "go-kart mode". Derek shared that it gets all the looks on the highway, but what makes it special is…Read More
We’re excited to once again be part of the London Cobra Show, one of the largest Cobra replica gatherings in the country! Hosted by the Ohio Cobra Club, hundreds of builders, enthusiasts, and fans come together to celebrate these iconic cars. A highlight each year is the charity car raffle,…Read More
Bill B. from Stratford, New Hampshire picked up his Factory Five Mk5 Roadster this week and has big plans for it. His Mk5 build will include a 5.2L Aluminator, TKX transmission, IRS, and a custom paint job. Even more exciting, he’s launching his own shop, Blue Hills Customs! Looking forward…Read More
Update: The Special 30th Anniversary Mk5 Roadsters are officially SOLD OUT! There are limited spots for Special Edition Type 65 Coupes. Order yours now: www.factoryfive.com/factory-five-30th-anniversary/coupe-anniversary-complete-kit https://youtube.com/shorts/RuHzvA4JNvE?si=nXHv3uFSWj6UENpQRead More
Chris H. is chasing sub-7-second passes in the 1/4-mile with his new Factory Five ’35 Hot Rod Truck, after running low 5.1s in the 1/8 and logging over 60,000 miles of cruising and competition in his ’33 Hot Rod. He put in the work this winter to get the ’35…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
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
Customer Steve G. poured his heart and soul into his Mk4 Roadster, Wildfire—and the hard work has paid off! Wildfire’s 2024 show season was one to remember with 24 shows and 25 awards. Steve G. even picked up a double win at a hometown event he once helped organize. That…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
Congratulations to Chris A. on picking up his Mk5 Roadster! We’re so incredibly stoked for him and his team from local auto repair shop, Randolph Automotive. He’s joined today by his team members, John, Aiden, and Bryson. Chris is going with a Coyote, TKX, and IRS setup in his Mk5…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
We were joined by a new customer and former employee today! William B. visited from New Hampshire to place an order for his Mk5 Roadster and tour the company with tech, Dave V. We’re excited to see where his custom build takes him as a skilled fabricator. Later, former team…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
It has been just over one year since Vijay and his family finished their build. He says, “Our Factory Five Roadster has brought us nothing but smiles and good memories. My wife and I took it on a 300-mile road trip around Arizona for our 10-year anniversary, my son and…Read More
Charles S. didn’t just build a car—he brought a dream to life in his own garage! His Factory Five Gen 3 Type 65 Coupe (F5R1000433DC) is powered by a Gen 3 Coyote paired with a Tremec TKX. With a custom paint job by Dream Auto Clinic in Valley Center, Kansas…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
Brion’s Factory Five Type 65 Coupe hit the track last week at Road Atlanta proving its performance capabilities during testing. Brion Gluck put the Dark Horse Racing Factory Five Type 65 Coupe-R to the test at Road Atlanta last weekend, dialing in the car for this month’s Trans Am Series…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
Three-time NASCAR champ, Joey Logano topped off his Factory Five XTF Truck this morning at his local Shell station and grabbed some awesome pictures.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
When Derek R. from Texas took delivery of his Factory Five Type 65 Coupe in October 2021, he began a full-on family build. Just six months later, the car was in "go-kart mode". Derek shared that it gets all the looks on the highway, but what makes it special is…Read More 
