Josh McGuckin - Class 11

Josh McGuckin

Denver, CO - #1137

Biography

Making headlines as the team leader of Volkswagen's official factory-sponsored entry into the legendary 50th BFGoodrich Tires SCORE Baja 1000, industrial designer Josh McGuckin has established himself as a formidable force in Class 11 competition. Leading an elite crew including Matt Wilson, Matt Fisher, Evan Chute, Nick Wilson, and CNET Roadshow Reviews Editor Emme Hall, McGuckin piloted the specially-prepared 1970 VW Beetle through one of desert racing's most prestigious milestone events.

The Denver-based racer's factory-backed campaign showcased his ability to manage complex logistics while maintaining competitive pace in the grueling 1000-mile Baja Peninsula marathon. His VW Bug featured extensive modifications including Fox external reservoir dampers, reinforced trailing arms, comprehensive skid plate protection, and a 22-gallon safety cell—testament to McGuckin's attention to detail in both preparation and execution.

McGuckin's participation in this historic race, which was featured in Dana Brown's acclaimed documentary "Dust 2 Glory," demonstrated his commitment to preserving desert racing's heritage while pushing performance boundaries. His leadership of VW's official return to Baja competition represents a significant achievement in SCORE International racing, cementing his reputation as both a skilled competitor and respected team organizer in off-road motorsports.

 

World Desert Championship

SCORE Race Results | 2017-Present

2017 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 50th Baja 1000

DNF in Class 11