Thomas Dolson is an Automotive Engineer for General Motors. Driven by a passion for preserving automotive history, Dolson enjoys taking on Mustang restoration projects purely out of love for the process.
From his personal passions and hobbies to his profession, the automotive industry is inherent to Thomas Dolson’s identity. More than just your average auto enthusiast, Dolson truly lives and breathes car culture. For as long as he can remember, the automotive world has excited him. The thrills, the frills and the fuel-powered energy of car competitions, races and more — Dolson is engrossed in the excitement of it all! Now, he realizes his passion for cars around the clock as an automotive engineer, car photographer and car restoration mechanic.
Career
Automotive Engineer
After completing his engineering training and education, taking up a career in the automotive industry came naturally for Thomas Dolson. With each role, he has learned more and more about the inner workings of these incredible machines. Along the way, Dolson has kept pace with some of the biggest game-changers in the industry, including the emergence of EVs. He currently works as an Automotive Engineer for General Motors, a historic giant in the American automotive manufacturing industry.
Ford Mustang Restoration
For this gearhead, nothing beats the rev, style or slickness of a Ford Mustang! So it comes as no surprise that Thomas Dolson always has his eyes peeled for a pony needing a stable. One of his most popular Mustang restoration projects was even featured in auto magazine, Motor Trend. After catching a tip from his cousin, Dolson snagged a ‘67 Shelby G.T. 350 which, admittedly, needed a whole lot of love and elbow grease to revitalize to her prime form.
An all-around automotive aficionado, Thomas Dolson’s restoration of the ‘67 Shelby started at the roots. And that’s precisely where things got interesting. After some deep digging, Dolson uncovered more questions than answers, including where the Mustang was built and a variety of other loose ends. To say the least, uncovering the roots of the Shelby has been a wild ride, and Dolson has enjoyed every character-caked bump in the road!
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