Hardcore Factory Five Supporter Matthew Paquette

Posted on April 15, 2012 by in What's New


Matthew’s evaluation of Nate’s supercharged small block Mk3

Matthew Paquette, age 14, convinced his mom to come and visit Factory Five. After a tour with President Dave Smith, he was given a test drive by planet manager Nate Johnson in a 450 HP supercharged Mk3. We were all impressed with Matthew’s technical and car knowledge…as Nate dropped the hammer on his Roadster, Matthew commented, “Car has a lot of torque.” Right on, Matthew!

Besides being a real car guy, Matthew is one tough kid. He has Cystic Fibrosis and doesn’t let the illness stop him for one second.


14 -year-old Matthew Paquette with Factory Five President Dave Smith.

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