Cloudy skies didn’t dampen the energy as we kicked off our 30th Anniversary Open House!
Factory Five started out with a dream, and 30 years later it’s still helping people build their dreams.
By 8:00 AM, staff and volunteers were busy setting up, including a special memory table filled with photos and memorabilia from across the decades.
By 9:00 AM, the air was thick with excitement and anticipation as customers rolled in and greeted each other with smiles. Ralph “The Energizer Bunny” Button arrived in his FFR with over 600,000 miles on it!
At 10:00 AM, the popular Scratch & Dent parts sale opened, followed by the big moment at 10:30 AM, when President Dave Smith unveiled the 30th Anniversary Carbon Coupe and customers swarmed in for a closer look!
At 11:00 AM, Dave led a factory tour, giving guests an inside look at how our cars are built.
Then at 12:00 PM, we wrapped things up with a heartfelt awards ceremony right before the rain, including the Robert Fedderson Memorial Award presented to Ron Everitt, honoring his years of dedication and support.
30th Anniversary Open House Award Winners:
Ricky Bobby “El Diablo” Award – Greg & Heidi Herman
Best in Show Paint – Kevin and Kim Cox
Best in Show Engine – Paul Murphy
Best in Show Interior – Aaron Linn
Best Under Construction – Nathan Oliver
Best Custom Modification – Aaron Linn
Longest Distance Traveled – Sten Johnson
Highest Mileage – Ralph Button
1st Place 818 – Neil Gourvin
1st Place GTM – Scott Glick
1st Place Competition Class – Jim Dunn
1st Place XTF – Erik Treves
1st Place Hot Rod Truck – Phil Mauch
1st Place Hot Rod – Dave Clement
1st Place Roadster – Steve Gill
Best in Show – John Webster
It was a day full of great cars, great people, and great memories despite gray skies. Thanks to everyone who made it special. Here’s to the next 30 years of Factory Five Racing!
Check out the event photo gallery here: www.factoryfive.com/galleries/shows-events/30th-anniversary-open-house