Top Ten UTVs from SEMA 2015

Rugged Radios Baja RZR

If any one vehicle from the SEMA show could bridge the gap between the automotive and UTV worlds it has to be the Baja RZR from Rugged Radios. Old school desert junkies loved seeing a fully restored bug on display and only after taking a closer look did they realize it was, in fact, a highly modified Polaris RZR. The idea for the hybrid RZR stemmed from the mind of Rugged Radios owner Greg Cottrell, who confessed he’s a diehard fan of the classic bug. Rugged Radios Baja RZR perfectly melds the old school with the new school and we give Greg props for coming up with a completely original idea. If you’re wondering whether the Baja RZR is another all show no go story, its Boondocker tuned and turbocharged engine puts out around 175 horsepower. That’s nearly three times what an original VW 1600cc four cylinder bug produced!

• Builder: Rugged Radios/NV Fab
• Body: Modified VW Fiberglass Beetle Front Clip
• Dash: Modified Factory VW fiberglass Dash
• Engine: Boondocker Tuned
• Turbo: Boondocker
• Exhaust: Gibson
• Axles: RCV Performance
• Lights: KC HiLiTES
• Wheels: Custom by American Racing Wheels
• Tires: BFG A/T 31×10.5×15
• Seats: PRP with Custom Mexican Blanket Upholstery
• Wiring: Positive Ride Travis and Kyler Jecker
• Communication: Rugged Radios RRP6100 Race Intercom System with 50 Watt Radio
• Stereo: Rockford Fosgate Speakers with Rugged Radios WM1 Bluetooth
• Harnesses: PRP 4 Point
• Fresh Air System: Rugged Radios Dual MAC1 Carbon Fiber Air Pumper System
• Shocks: KING 14” 2.5” Internal Bypass with Remote, Finned Reservoirs
• Suspension: HCR Long Travel
• Paint: Crocketts Premier Auto Body
• Wrap: Linson Signs