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Freeman Thomas (born August 20, 1957) is an automobile designer active in the 1990s and 2000s. He worked at Volkswagen's California design studio with J Mays, where he was involved in the design of the Volkswagen New Beetle and Audi TT. He joined Chrysler in 1999 and moved to head DaimlerChrysler's Pacifica Studios in 2002.

Thomas resigned from DaimlerChrysler on April 21, 2005 and is currently the director of Ford Advanced Engineering Design Studio along with his old boss Mays and fellow designer, Martin Smith.

Thomas is credited with the following designs:

• Volkswagen New Beetle
• Audi TT
• Audi A4
• Audi A6
• Chrysler Pacifica
• Dodge Super 8 Hemi concept
• Jeep Willys concept
• Dodge Sling Shot concept
• Jeep Rescue concept
• Dodge Tomahawk concept motorcycle (with Viper V10 engine)
• With Ralph Gilles
  • Chrysler 300
  • Dodge Magnum
  • Dodge Charger

Matthew McGinn is the owner and operator of SportsCar Restoration in Plantsville, Connecticut. Matt has been involved in restoration of European cars for nearly twenty years. With a background in E-Type Jaguars, Porsche 911’s, and BMW 2002’s, Matt has produced numerous award winning restorations