Hoonigan's co-founder Brian Scotto talks Ken Block and about the 1965 Ford RTR "Hoonicorn" V2
Published on March 1, 2025
Learn about the Hoonicorn from the Co-Founder of Hoonigan, Brian Scotto
Brian Scotto is one the most influential people in the automotive industry. Not only he is the co-founder of Hoonigan, for a long time the biggest and most influential YouTube channel and brand apparel, he was also the business partner of Ken Block and one of his closest friends.
He recently stopped by at the Petersen Automotive Museum to talk about Ken, and the impact of the people's champ. Today he will offer us an insight into one of Ken Block's most cherished and celebrated cars: the 1965 Ford RTR Mustang a.k.a. the Hoonicorn currently dressed in version 2.
Following its debut in Gymkhana SEVEN, it earned a reputation as one of the most iconic custom vehicles ever built. Its 845-hp, naturally aspirated “V1” setup was also used in Top Gear’s “Ken Block Drifts London” segment. The “V2” moniker marked the addition of twin-turbocharging and methanol fuel that boosted its output to 1,400 hp for Climbkhana, which saw Block slide the car up Pikes Peak, Colorado, to an altitude of 14,000 ft.
A big thank you to Mr. Scotto, the Block family and Hoonigan for making this video possible.
This video is sponsored by Pennzoil. "Pennzoil is honored to have played a part in Ken Block's legendary legacy, fueling some of his most iconic vehicles and videos, including the Hoonicorn in Climbkhana and Gymkhana 10: World Tour. His passion, skill, and creativity continue to inspire us all. Learn more about Pennzoil at www.Pennzoil.com www.instagram.com/Pennzoil
People's Champ: the Impact of Ken Block honors Block’s legacy through a display of his most iconic vehicles and memorabilia like racing suits, helmets, wheels, DC Shoes, and Hoonigan merchandise from key moments in his career. It was curated in collaboration with 43 Institute. https://www.43i.org
See the Hoonicorn In-Person!
Visit People’s Champ: the Impact of Ken Block and walk through the story of Ken Block with some of the most iconic vehicles from the Gymkhana series. Featuring vehicles such as the Hoonicorn, Hoonitruck, Cossie V2, and the Ford Focus RS RX, this is your opportunity to see all these cars in one place.
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