Tag: Kit Car


Austin Hatcher Foundation Type 65 Coupe Build is Ready for SEMA!

The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer has partnered with Factory Five Racing for 5 years to raise awareness and vital support for families facing childhood cancer. Three Factory Five cars built by the foundation have debuted at the SEMA Show. The program's first Mk4 Roadster sold last year at…Read More



Customer Spotlight: Hurrey’s Performance Factory Five Mk4 Roadster Build

We love seeing how our customers push the limits of their Factory Five builds, and the team at Hurrey’s Performance has done exactly that! This build started as a personal project for Dan’s father-in-law, Richard. Dan said he’d assist in the order and build it under one condition: that he…Read More


Kindness Comes Full Circle: Keith & Cody’s Factory Five Story

Every now and then, a story reminds us why the Factory Five community is so special. It’s not just about the cars we build, but the people who build them. Keith and his stepson, Cody, recently experienced a moment that perfectly captures what Factory Five is all about: generosity, craftsmanship,…Read More



Alex M.’s Roadster Earns September POM

September’s Picture of the Month goes to Alex M. (@alexmak on The Factory Five Forum) and his stunning Mk4 Roadster (FFR #F5R1009815RD), captured during its first car wash of the fall season in sunny southeast Pennsylvania. Shot on an iPhone 16 Pro Max with standard settings and the “Amber” style…Read More

John C. and His Son: A Father-Son Build

Customer John C. and his son, also named John, built their Factory Five Roadster together and celebrated dad’s birthday shortly after completing the car! John’s son shared:“I think we walked away learning more about teamwork, precision, and being ok with putting something down and coming back to it. Thank you…Read More




Meet the World’s Fastest Factory Five Daytona Coupe!

Factory Five customer Mark Maybury, from just outside Bangor, Maine (a true Mainer!), has officially set a jaw-dropping land speed record of 230.671 mph in his Type 65 Coupe through the Loring Timing Association. That’s not just fast—it’s world-class fast—earning him the title of fastest Factory Five Coupe ever. Mark’s…Read More

We’re Heading to Syracuse Nationals!

We’re heading to Syracuse Nationals this weekend! Catch the Factory Five crew, check out some incredible builds, and meet other owners and fans. https://youtube.com/shorts/u5-E3aoloLE?si=JXxLlsnIqUy7i_WZ We’ll have cars on display, info packs, and an exclusive show special available only during the event, so be sure to ask about it! See our…Read More