Vaughn Gittin Jr’s All-Metal ’69 Ford Mustang RTR-X is an Insane Build You May Have Never Heard of

Is anyone sleeping on Vaughn Gittin Jr.? Probably not. But just in case you are, or you haven’t been following him for almost a decade, you may have missed his wild 1969 Ford Mustang RTR-X build. We can’t blame ya though, since KZbin was a liiiittle less of a thing in the automotive community back then.
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[@LarryChenPhoto]

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[@danielMayheM13]

CarXDrift2racing has added this car and its dope..

[@reymas7749]

How can i participate in your training event?

[@tydarnell17]

What’s so great about Vaughn is he’s not just a great drifter but you can tell he’s genuinely a great guy and humble.

[@cressidas]

I like that it’s the hoonicorns big brother RTRX: big bro, na, rwd, clean, simple, stylish hoonicorn: LITTLE BRO, TT, AWD, RAGE, DESTRUCTION

[@kanebehne3604]

Summed it up perfectly

[@blkdna748]

Hoonicorn v1- NA ITB awd and all mentioned above sum it up too.

[@THESLlCK]

the hoonicorn is the dork version of this, along with most of ken block's stuff. Ahem V6 truck, now electric. Sponsored garbage is still garbage

[@kanebehne3604]

@@THESLlCK imagine hating someone else’s build because it’s something they like and not what you like. Both of the cars you specified where built for the purpose of being used in Gymkhana and serve that purpose well. Not to mention Gymkhana calls for a different tuning setup compared to FD style of drifting. Different sports, different build plain and simple no need to hate

[@d4rkhound388]

I gotta agree with him, hoonicorn is a lil dorky... really want to see the hoonicorn fox tho.

[@iamthedrumandbassfarmer8735]

this shit is OG Looking back. The fact that Team NFS could even happen, uniting so many separate teams under so many different disciplines, mad. Whatever happened to Chris Rado

[@dannymccarty344]

He got liver cancer from eating Mexican produce full of pesticides. His brother Clyde had a natural foods store and had been supplying him with fresh Mexican produce for years.

[@derzadty]

@@dannymccarty344 oh my, just heard of this... Wish him get well really soon 🙏🏻

[@dannymccarty344]

@@derzadty yah, not looking good. He was my nephew by marriage. The family is in turmoil. He donated his body to science and the family is in court over the doctors talking him into it. For Christ's sake, he isn't even dead yet.

[@derzadty]

@@dannymccarty344 I thought his life is getting better after his "motorsport retirement" right now after hearing this. Last time I heard him was managing the WORLD Racing..

[@Behruz120]

​​​@dannymccarty344 you mean Chris Rado is passed away??😭😭😭😭

[@-E.G.]

Who remembers driving this beast on NFS World back in the old days.

[@JoranDorifuto]

Good old times!

[@zektorx]

Im driving in in NFS Shift 2 DLC

[@qwinnhilhorst131]

Good ol' times

[@KiteAndKeyProductions]

I still play NFS World lul

[@a31philip89]

NFS World damn Miss that game

[@CJAEY]

I remember this build being featured on Speedhunters a long while ago and always wondered what happened to it . Seeing the pushrod suspension work is awesome!

[@szymon6207]

578hp

[@neonnerd1364]

Vaughn is such an amazing driver. He's so chill even when he's "manhandling" the car. He legit looks like he's just driving around normally.

[@bwill2663]

when vaughns driving he looks like he is out on a sunday drive so natural!

[@bennman11]

Everybody knows this car, at least every NFS player knows it.

[@chomin3025]

Bennman i know because of torque drift.

[@Evan-ef3ol]

Eddy Zboy L

[@abdisyahrizal4313]

Cxdr2 also has this cat

[@The_Yeet_Guy]

I saw this car in nfs the run from the wii-

[@nathanaintsh1t]

this is used to be the biggest drift car in all mobile games when i was a lil kid

[@Testtestnotest]

Seeing Vaughn without his race suit is different. Now he looks like an ordinary guy who works on his car on sundays

[@Harold_That_Guy]

I was lucky enough to see this car in person years ago at Formula D in New Jersey. What an amazing car!

[@mr.blonde1709]

E-TOWN STAND UP.

[@sigma0987]

what motor is in that beast?

[@spookybalmains]

EL CHUPACABRA ls3

[@Behruz120]

​@@sigma09875.0 Ford Coyote

[@LITTLE1994]

Nice build. The fact it's 100% metal is smart, because cars back then to the '80s were made of sheet metal, anyway, so that made this Mustang even tougher than ever in case of a crash!

[@taylanpeker3090]

What's the difference between 100% metal and sheet metal?

[@Lowbudgetracing37]

Dude is just chillin like he's driving to church on a Sunday while throwing that car around corners sideways

[@OctavChelaru]

Great to see this again, timeless design, thank you for sharing this awesome content with us Vaughn, Larry and the teams!

[@lb9gta307]

Larry: "This is, like, so sacralige. Japanese wheels on an American car." Dude, the factiry wheels on my Trans Am are Japanese.

[@slamrahovart9024]

I love his ramble about just loving CARS. No matter brand, country of origin, era. This is something I fully endorse.

[@2aJay18]

I love the Fun Haver Crew they got so much passion for what they do!

[@zkipa]

Cool to see more of Vaughn and this old build, I've seen his newer stuff but haven't seen this before. It's crazy how far drifting has come along even since 2011, still had an old school laydown handbrake setup

[@oliverhodge2813]

I graduated high school in 2004 and for a gift was allowed to watch Mr Gittin in action in the iconic 05 Falken Mustang. He was just having fun competing, but he's made a lasting memory in my life that I'll never forget. Thanks for the memories 👍🏾

[@OriginalMomo]

Vaughn’s rule rocks. “ If u don’t have fun, you’ll never drive again “

[@pieterv6984]

This car is awesome! I have seen a lot of Nice and impressive cars (on this channel) but this one really stands out for me and makes a lasting impression. So impressive! And I am not even a huge Mustang fan.

[@damon5899]

I remember this car. For some reason I thought it was the Hoonicorn this whole time, but seeing it again after all this time and realizing it was Vaughn’s too really changes everything I thought I knew.

[@justsorandom764]

If VGJ isn't the nicest guy in the scene rn, I don't know who is.

[@brockmott5121]

Rad dan

[@pawelpuzia4061]

Piotr Wiecek candyman

[@davidkelley751]

Probably Keanu Reeves. But they are like equal in my books.

[@pawelpuzia4061]

David Kelley we’re all taking about drift buddy in Hollywood i agree with you but not in this situation

[@davidkelley751]

Pawel Puzia oh yeah true. I didn’t see the “in the scene” part. My bad Keanu is just a cool guy. Vaughn is definitely the nicest guy in the drifting scene.

[@maxdomania4279]

13:51 "you can go drifting, road racing, str... stay safe on the streets" - Legend

[@brandonbrown5351]

Watched this car being built and still hands down the sickest mustang rolling.........

[@thenewnormal8853]

When I think of drifting this is the guy who I think of... Chelsea joining the team was probably the best thing that could have happened in drifting IMO... both have a style unlike any other and both definitely Drive harder than any other drivers. With covid going on things have been a little messed up but I'm really hoping to get to see these guys drive some more in the near future. 🤙🇺🇲

[@szymon6207]

1438kg

[@a_zula1]

Oh, I've definitely heard of this build. I remember when I first drove it in NFS Shift 2. This car is what really solidified my love for Mustangs, especially this model year. I still want to own a '69 Fastback one day, but for now I own a 2019 Mustang GT and want to make it a naturally aspirated beast.

[@nickflynn2567]

I’m old enough that I participated on the voting on Speedhunters for livery and color choice.

[@Beardchanics]

Gorgeous car, as usual on Hoonigan AutoFocus, thanks :)

[@theVth_Will]

Don’t even understand how much I love this car. Growing up a Chevrolet kid, this car made me want a 69 mustang gt when it got revealed at Sema. My favorite year of mustang and definitely my favorite mustang build of all time.

[@nyakio5511]

Can Hoonigan sell hoonigan styled Larry Chen bucket hats. I would definitely buy one

[@LiquidSSSnake]

Those were cool in 2004, probably had it since then. Lol Find one and bring em back

[@someyoungguy6990]

Someone please give Vaughn a Aussie Barra to play with, then just stand back and enjoy the show.

[@marshalldcarpenter]

Vaughn with a Barra would destroy youtube. Aussie RTR? Acca Dacca edition?

[@kanebehne3604]

Why are we not funding this?

[@pgmatt4761]

some young guy lz needs to let vaughn get a little seat time

[@jaredm674]

Adam LZ barra mustang!!!

[@zacharyheefner3688]

Vaughn listening to your story and watching you drive is therapeutic. I deal with a lot of anxiety at times and anytime im struggling I come watch your videos to reignite my spark to accomplish my dreams. thank you for being you. god bless

[@seferoth1]

This car is an absolute inspiration (personal dream car) and just an awesome epic creation. Loved this car since the first time i saw it!

[@ylfursty9398]

11:50 and 12:35 is really hilarious because Vaughn just continued talking while Chelsea is just ripping in the background 😂😂😂

[@Wertical21]

Loved driving this in The Run.

[@fastec5]

NFS: Shift 2 is the way i started following VGJ and the RTR-X is one of my all time favs because of that game. One reason I got into drifting as well. Love itm

[@tijosk8]

Vaughn the type of guy to reverse entry an Econoline at 75mph and be like "chassis feels great, perfect handling"

[@TakoIbarra]

Still my favorite RTR vehicle!

[@AntiPattern328]

That thing is soooooo sick. Glad to see it handle so well without the front tires all cambered out.

[@garry3013]

The 69 stang and camaro are 2 of the older generations of muscle cars that can hold their own with their appearance. Compared to the modern versions of each. I own a 69 mach 1 428scj drag pak. Ofcourse considering its value, id never chop it up to modify the panels and such. But Vaughn shows the simple subtle changes here and there help its bodylines to remain above all else through its years. I Love, Love, Love this RTRX. Thanks for sharing Larry

[@Casemanager69]

The RTR-X is awesome, beautiful & raucous! Was my screensaver on my old laptop for an age.

[@TheTalkedSpy]

Who knows this car in NFS: The Run? :D

[@poloboi5166]

Hell to the yeah, it wasn't the fastest but it was fun to drive

[@amoj2188]

Yeah but Shift Unleashed 2 was the first one i played this car.

[@poloboi5166]

@@amoj2188 We ain't denying that y'all may have used this car in other games, we just mentioned ONE of those games

[@user-yb8kr5do9x]

Yeah! I was excited!!

[@OmegaEGGY]

bruh, I know this car from *Shift 2*

[@chrisnobles8114]

It’s funny I had this car as my background on my old school laptop and I didn’t even realize it was a Larry Chen photo or that it was Vaughn’s. That was back when I thought Ken’s name was “Jim kana” lol. Glad I’ve been able to learn so much through all of the hoonigan content!

[@tacomonsternick]

The 1969 Mustang Boss 302 is my favorite/dream car so I'm soooo in love with this thing. The metal work is absolutely gorgeous.

[@Noname30000]

This thing sounds like the way a mustang should!🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@FasterthaMyou]

The wheels are just PERFECT!!!!!!

[@sparksrtr]

this beauty on nfs, the carbon fiber grill, the back suspension set up, the wheels... still look hot

[@MichaelSchneiderTexas]

Thats a sick '69 , I have been in a few old mustangs and that sound brings back that raw feeling you get driving in one!

[@Hidalgochrsxm]

Machine gun Larry rippin a fat burnout 👏👏👏

[@peterrollins881]

I went to this place for a rally-x and had no idea they had a track! They need to open this place up for general hooning! I'd LOOOOOOVE to just tool around in the woods with my truck there. Looks like they have some decently fun trails.

[@Yans_]

So nostalgic seeing this amazing car again. NFS introduced me to Vaugh and the FD world.

[@CaptainFALKEN]

I was always a big NFS fan throughout schooltime. This car is so epic and is the reason I made a RDE2ROK plate in 2016 that was registered to 2 cars, and I still have it. Just on the front of my Tacoma

[@Rotard-mb5ys]

I think it was 2012 at Fd Atlanta I seen this car in person. Walking down the long endless hill into pits this was the first thing I seen on display. Sick build!

[@Kyle-bg5vw]

I remember seeing the RTR-X and RTR-C in St. Louis around 2011-12. Been a VG-JR fan since the blue and green Falken days!

[@kelevra558]

That car sounds absolutely unbelievable. My god. Ur my hero Vaughn. Respect brother.

[@LegionGamingTV]

Showing WV some love. Home sweet home

[@pnwdad1261]

Vaughn is such a great dude, I always enjoy watching episodes featuring him.

[@_____Justin______]

Saw this car in person in 2013 at fort Lenard Wood, MO. Got to meet Vaughn after the drift event, really cool personable guy.

[@cturk87]

Saw this at FD Evergreen Speedway back in 2011. This and The Garage Boso S15 we’re favorite cars there.

[@xORLOCKx]

Damn Larry just flexed so hard right off the top

[@995_hunt]

I remember seeing this car on speedhunters back in my sophomore year of high school and I’m so happy that it’s still around!!!!!!

[@planetdee3587]

I got this car as a Hot Wheels for my kids before knowing about the car. After realizing how rare it was and that I could not find another in my local stores, I took my kid's one for my collection. ;)

[@alexk.8715]

That RTR Mustang is most likely the reason what makes old mustangs so rad.

[@rol6127]

It's interesting to see how aftermarket parts have evolved ! From normal black and white screen to fully customizable screen in today's age ! (kids if you don't understand what I'm talkin' pls learn with big boi 😂 there's bunch of us out there ready to show you everything you need 😁) It have evolved...a lot ! 😁

[@ShaneHerald]

OMG>>>> I am in love with that car ....wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! that thing is so beautiful ......

[@giftedcracker]

I saw this at SEMA that year and it was by far my favorite. Still super sick

[@mx5jay891]

Man I love this car. This car is what introduced me into RTR and Vaughn, I even have the HPI Sprint R/C one! RTR!!

[@03canadianf5]

I'm really happy to see that Vaughn still has this car.

[@TheBobafett13]

I remember seeing Vaughn and this car at the 2013 ford carlisle. Glad to see it still ripping.

[@OuijaSTi]

All that beautiful metal work and then bolt-on fender flares...

[@seanfallon668]

Larry and Vaughn. Killin it. So much fun. Thank you!!!!

[@carlosdanger4648]

That mini tub work is awesome

[@FasterthaMyou]

Life through your lens is EPIC as always!!! Thanks for sharing!!! :-))))))))))))))))

[@razvan__simion]

this car is a piece of art,i would like to build one like that for me in the near future

[@CLA82529]

One of the most badass Mustang.

[@ghostpunkkilla]

Haven't seen this car in years. Good to see it still out ripping around.

[@wolfcastle8409]

You know you`ve made it when they make an RC version of your car, I have this bodyshell in my collection! Thanks for the mad content Larry!

[@edwinsilvacolon4689]

I enjoy 😊 Larry driving ....u got the best job in the world 🌎....God bless...

[@1.0xY.m0r0n]

That is so sick. I may be a little bias as I own a mustang but daaayyyyuuummmm!!! I want!

[@justinclausell1834]

Never knew my dream car existed until I watched this he’s the goat for this 🐏💪🏾 the works is a great combo

[@ArmyVet1776]

I've been waiting to see the RTR-X again for EVER!!!! VGJ- "You have to have fun driving my cars or your never driving again!" Don't threaten me with a good time!

[@daltonnash465]

Definition of a professional fun haver!!!

[@quickdeuce]

Just a few days ago we saw Cleetus McFarland do some drifting with Vaughn's Pride and Joy '69 Mustang and he did pretty good.

[@badazzcuztomz7446]

I’ll take this over the hoonicorn any day brother. You a real one.

[@devinbuchhorn]

THAT SOUND! My lord! I love you VGJ and Larry

[@yfi62dortoh]

When this popped up on my feed I thought I was getting recommended a 10-year-old video and then was pleasantly surprised to find out that it’s new content on this car

[@jinsane731]

Been with y'all from the beginning and will be with y'all when we go Mad Max mode 💯🙏🏽🖤

[@mg_streetkandi]

Saw that car about 5 yrs ago at Mustang Week in S.C...hell of a car!

[@georgecarter1168]

I remember the speed hunters article on this like it was yesterday, awesome build.

[@stanceddivinity1014]

Ive had a picture of this car on my facebook timeline since back it 2012 or 13 I think. I love this car

[@austinrode3974]

Chevrolet needs a Vaughn. Great video sick car

[@wryyysespieces]

really a timeless build imo

[@ryanmalin]

Them green fog lights are so sick!

[@benjamincostley3109]

I remember seeing this car when I was in training at Fort Gordon, GA. Such as sick car

[@martinwink2063]

Fun fact about driving the Nordschleife backwards, there is a tarmac stage rally at the end of the season every year for historic cars, that drives the Nordschleife backwards 2 times in the event. Search for Rallye Koln Ahrweiler if you want to look it up

[@danielmagalhaes5739]

the most beautiful mustang ever! i would daily driver it!

[@Patricksaunders_Bayfield_Ford]

The shots from the Nurburgring are amazing! They don’t even look real 💥

[@countingpotato9882]

My favorite car build ever

[@GiletheCarGuy]

I've got photos of this car from the 2012 Formula Drift event in Long Beach. I was loving it then and no one was really checking it out but me.

[@GiletheCarGuy]

AND I had Vaughn's autograph on the Boss 302 Mustang shirt, but it washed out over the years. If I remember, he won that event. edit: or it was JTP...