Rafael Navarro IV - Trophy Truck Spec

Rafael Navarro IV

Temecula, CA - #209

Vehicle Specifications:

Make: Alumicraft  Model: Raptor  Engine: Chevrolet  Engine Builder: Danzio Chassis: Alumicraft  Transmission: RDE

Biography

A proven desert racing champion with multiple SCORE victories to his name, this Temecula-based competitor has established himself as a formidable force across multiple classes in SCORE's premier events. His podium success includes a hard-fought third-place class finish at the prestigious SCORE Baja 500 in 2017, demonstrating his ability to conquer the grueling 542-mile desert classic that attracts hundreds of international competitors.

His racing pedigree runs deep, with SCORE Lites class victories at the legendary Baja 1000 in both 2011 and 2013, showcasing his consistency and skill in one of off-road racing's most demanding disciplines. The 2011 triumph came alongside Rafael Navarro III and Vic Bruckmann, while his 2013 victory was shared with Bruckmann and Patrick Long, proving his ability to work effectively with elite co-drivers in the sport's most challenging endurance events.

Competing regularly in Trophy Truck Spec and Class 10 categories, he continues to campaign an Alumi Craft-Chevy platform while maintaining strong family racing connections. His sustained presence in SCORE's most competitive classes, combined with his proven ability to reach the podium at events like the Baja 500 and Baja 1000, solidifies his reputation as a serious contender in professional desert racing.

In SCORE Journal

Points Matter | January 2017 Issue

While consistency may not necessarily win races, it can win championships. No one knows this better than Rafael Navarro IV who has utilized this strategy better than most during the 2016 SCORE season. Read More

31 Score Racers Earn the 2016 Red Kap Score Milestone Award | January 2017 Issue

While many race fans can drive and enjoy the terrain in Baja, Mexico, it's nothing compared to racing at full-speed. With the high probability of component failure and missing the cut-off time to finish a SCORE race, you begin to realize how difficult it is to obtain one of SCORE's Milestone Awards. Read More

Sponsored by:

BFGoodrich Tires, GN, Pete's Camp, RTEC Industries Inc.,  

World Desert Championship

SCORE Race Results | 2017-Present

2022 King Shocks SCORE San Felipe 250 Presented by 4 Wheel Parts

DNF in Trophy Truck Spec

2019 Inaugural Lucerna SCORE Baja 400

#49 Overall and #5 in Trophy Truck Spec

2019 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 51st Baja 500

DNF in Trophy Truck Spec

2019 SCORE 33rd San Felipe 250

#32 Overall and #6 in Trophy Truck Spec

2018 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 50th Baja 500

DNF in Trophy Truck Spec

2018 SCORE 32nd San Felipe 250

#26 Overall and #3 in Trophy Truck Spec

2017 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 50th Baja 1000

DNF in Class 10

2017 SCORE Tijuana Desert Challenge Final

#2 Overall and #2 in Class 10

2017 SCORE Baja 500

#32 Overall and #3 in Class 10

2017 SCORE 31st San Felipe 250

DNF in Class 10