Alpine, CA - #V129
Make: 1977 Chenowth Model: 1000 Engine: VW Engine Builder: Phillip Drew Chassis: Chenowth Transmission: Dons Bus Box
Rising through the competitive ranks of SCORE International desert racing, Peter Alesi Jr. has established himself as a formidable force in vintage class competition. His standout achievement came in 2018 when he captured the SCORE Baja 500 class championship in the Vintage Era 1982 Earlier division, conquering the grueling Ensenada desert course that has humbled countless racers over the decades.
Racing under car number V129, Alesi has become a regular fixture in SCORE's official record books, consistently battling alongside other vintage class stalwarts including Mario Alesi and Timothy Vail. His multiple appearances in SCORE Magazine archives and the prestigious Baja 500 Book underscore his dedication to the sport and his ability to finish these punishing desert marathons.
The Alpine, California-based racer has earned recognition as a "Vintage Trailblazer," a testament to his commitment to preserving and competing in classic desert racing machinery. His success in the technically demanding vintage divisions demonstrates not only his driving skill but also his mechanical expertise in maintaining and campaigning period-correct race vehicles through some of the world's most challenging off-road terrain.
#117 Overall and #1 in Vintage Era 1982 Earlier