Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus has released additional
renderings of its Baja Boot-inspired off-roader and announced that two examples
will compete in this year’s Baja 1000. SCG’s Baja Boot takes inspiration
from Steve McQueen’s Hurt Baja Boot race buggy which was purchased by Jim
Glickenhaus in 2010. While SCG’s modern interpretation of the Baja Boot bears
an uncanny resemblance to the original, it features a host of new technologies.
For starters, the Baja Boot is based around a
bespoke all-terrain platform and will be built with a 5.0-liter
naturally-aspirated V8 mated to an automatic transmission. The vehicle will
also feature 20 inches of suspension travel, HVAC systems, and a drivetrain
that can be switched from two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive.
The niche automaker recently started construction of
the first prototypes and will have the first units ready for testing in April
or May. ike the SCG 003 which has competed at Le Mans and can be easily
converted for road use, the Baja Boot will compete at the Baja 1000 and be
capable of driving home afterwards.
Those looking for the ultimate off-road toy will be
able to purchase a two-door version of the Boot with three seats for US$ 250,000.
A four-door, five-seat derivative will also be offered for US$ 275,000. SCG
intends on racing one factory model and one customer vehicle at the event.
The Baja 1000 is one of the world’s most grueling
off-road motorsport events and takes place between the Mexican cities of
Ensenada and La Paz.
