All I can say is that I love rednecks. And anyone else willing to risk life and limb for my entertainment. These guys grab those toy jeeps meant for toddlers that we all wanted as kids but never had and then recklessly race them down a steep hill. What more could you ask?
Extreme Barbie Jeep Racing
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What is this? A jeep for Barbie dolls?… it should have been at least 3 times bigger!