#1683
Competing fiercely in the challenging Class 1/2-1600 division, this determined desert racer from Ciudad Constitución has carved out a reputation as a tenacious competitor in SCORE International's most demanding events. Racing the iconic Baja 1000 behind the wheel of a Romo-built machine, Juan Peralta Rivas demonstrated remarkable perseverance in the 2017 edition, navigating the grueling 1,134-mile course from Ensenada to La Paz alongside co-drivers Juan Peralta Canett, Juan A. Pantoja, and Marcos A. Cisneros.
Despite facing the brutal conditions that make the Baja 1000 one of motorsport's ultimate endurance tests, Peralta Rivas and his team successfully completed the race, finishing 12th in the highly competitive Class 1/2-1600 field with a time of 37:52:53. This achievement places him among the elite group of racers who have conquered the full distance of Mexico's most prestigious off-road event.
Operating from his base in Baja California Sur, Peralta Rivas represents the passionate regional racing community that forms the backbone of SCORE desert racing. His commitment to the sport and ability to finish one of off-road racing's most challenging events showcases the dedication required to compete at the highest levels of desert racing.
#151 Overall and #12 in Class 1/2-1600