Nick Vanderwey - SCORE TT Legends

Nick Vanderwey

Phoenix, AZ - #5L

Vehicle Specifications:

Make: RPM Geiser  Model: Rally Twin  Engine: V16 Chevrolet  Engine Builder: Chevrolet Chassis: Geiser Bros  Transmission: Rancho

Biography

A Phoenix-based desert racing veteran with an impressive legacy in SCORE Trophy Truck Legend competition, this competitor captured the prestigious SCORE Baja 500 class championship in 2020, demonstrating exceptional skill in the challenging Ensenada desert classic. His podium success continued from his strong 2017 performance, where he earned a second-place class finish at the same demanding event.

Beyond his Trophy Truck Legend achievements, the historical records reveal an extraordinary career in Class 8 competition, where he established himself as one of the most dominant forces in SCORE desert racing history. With six SCORE Baja 500 class victories between 2001 and 2007, he ranks among the elite multi-class champions in the sport's record books, joining legendary names like Ivan Stewart, Larry Roeseler, and Rod Hall.

His remarkable consistency during the 2000s decade showcased his mastery of the grueling Baja terrain, earning consecutive Class 8 victories in 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004, followed by additional triumphs in 2006 and 2007. This sustained excellence across multiple racing seasons demonstrates the technical expertise and endurance required to compete at the highest levels of SCORE desert racing, making him a respected figure in the off-road racing community.

In SCORE Journal

Helland Speeds Through the SCORE TT Legend Class | May 2021 Issue

Rolf Helland in the #37L Mason truck made quick time of the San Felipe course to take the win within the SCORE TT Legend class. Helland with co-driver Rick D. Johnson finished in a time of 5:28:16 ahead of Nick Vanderway in the #5L RPM Off-Road truck for driver of record Clyde Stacy. Vanderway drove solo and finished with a time of 6:25:42. “We had a little problem with the front end but got it fixed and kept going,” said Vanderway. “We hit a rock and got a flat which put us a little off the pace.” Finishing third in class was Russel Buehler in the #79L truck with Neil Buehler as co-driver. Read More

Vanderwey Clinches A Score TT Legends Win | October 2020 Issue

For the SCORE Trophy Truck Legends class Nick Vanderwey, driving for Clyde Stacey and with co-driver Jeff Geiser, piloted the twin-engine 5L SCORE Trophy Truck to a class win. “We lost our front outer CV at mile 130, but we were lucky that it was at the pit so we could get it changed out,” said Geiser. “We lost a couple of spots as well as time, but were still able to bring it back up. Other than that, it was a clean race, with no issues.” Read More

Sponsored by:

RPM Racing, BFGoodrich Tires, KMC Wheels, Geiser Brothers, DRX Wear, King Shocks, Par Ventures, PIN Mfg., Dougans Racing Engines,  

World Desert Championship

SCORE Race Results | 2017-Present

2021 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE San Felipe 250 Presented by Ford

#51 Overall and #2 in SCORE TT Legends

2020 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 52nd Baja 500 Presented by 4 Wheel Parts

#16 Overall and #1 in SCORE TT Legends

2019 Inaugural Lucerna SCORE Baja 400

#22 Overall and #1 in SCORE TT Legends

2017 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 50th Baja 1000

#73 Overall and #19 in SCORE Trophy Truck

2017 SCORE Baja 500

#17 Overall and #2 in SCORE TT Legends