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Rob Pitts

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Robert "Rabbit" Pitts
Born
Robert Clifton Pitts

(1979-07-27) 27 July 1979 (age 47)
Greenville, South Carolina, U.S.
Died25 August 2024(2024-08-25) (aged 45)
Seneca, South Carolina, U.S.
Other namesRabbit
Occupation(s)Entrepreneur, television personality, car enthusiast
Years active2018–2024
Known forCo-host of Tex-Mex Motors, appearances on VINwiki

Robert Clifton "Rabbit" Pitts (July 27, 1979 – August 25, 2024) was a prominent American entrepreneur, television figure, and aficionado of classic cars. He gained widespread recognition for his role as a co-host on the Netflix program Tex-Mex Motors and for sharing captivating narratives on the YouTube platform VINwiki. Pitts passed away at 45 following a diagnosis of stomach cancer.

Early life

Born in Greenville, South Carolina, Rob Pitts was raised in an environment deeply connected to automobiles; his father worked both as a stock car racer and a vehicle salesperson. Growing up in a trailer park, he attended Wade Hampton High School. From a young age, Pitts cultivated a strong enthusiasm for vintage vehicles, especially classic trucks and muscle cars. He shared on VINwiki that his nickname "Rabbit" originated from a car dealership owner who bestowed it upon him after witnessing Pitts sell more cars in a single day than many salespeople managed in an entire month.

Career

Pitts initially rose to recognition through his appearances on the YouTube channel VINwiki, where he gained a reputation for narrating his adventures within the automotive industry.[1] His focus was primarily on locating and restoring classic vehicles, with a special emphasis on vintage pickup trucks[2] as well as muscle cars.[1][3]

In 2018, Pitts established his own YouTube channel, continuing to share content and stories related to classic car restoration. Beyond his media presence, he held the position of CEO at Pitts Truck Service, a family-owned company founded in 1968 that provides truck and trailer repair services,[1] as well as managing Rabbits Used Cars, both located in Seneca, South Carolina.[4]

In 2023, Pitts appeared alongside Marcos "Scooter" Carrera in the Netflix series Tex-Mex Motors, which documented their journey across Mexico in pursuit of vintage automobiles to restore and sell.[5] Among the notable cars featured were a 1969 Opel, a 1965 Volkswagen Bug, and a 1963 Chevrolet Carryall. The series debuted its first season in June 2023. While filming the second season, Pitts received a diagnosis of stomach cancer.[1]

Personal life and death

Pitts resided in Seneca, South Carolina.[2] In November 2023, during the SEMA show, he began experiencing health issues including weight loss and acid reflux. He sought medical advice but was not diagnosed with stage-four stomach cancer until March 2024. Shortly after this diagnosis, Pitts married his longtime partner, Dr. Randi Foraker.[6][2] Despite undergoing treatment, he continued working on Tex-Mex Motors and completed filming season two before his health declined further. Pitts publicly shared his diagnosis in a YouTube video where he reflected on his life achievements.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name He passed away under hospice care on August 25, 2024, at age 45.[1]

His funeral took place at Rock Springs Baptist Church in Easley, South Carolina, which accommodates up to 3,500 attendees and was preceded by a two-hour car show.[4] The eulogy was delivered by Ed Bolian.[7] A commemorative video highlighting his life and contributions was also created.[4]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named Tributes
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named Remembering
  3. ↑ Goodbye Rabbit (video). VINwiki. 2024-08-26. Retrieved 2024-09-07.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named Funeral
  5. ↑ Fischer, Fallon (2023-06-07). "New Netflix Series Follows Duo's Cross-border Travel to Restore Cars In El Paso". CBS Austin. Retrieved 2024-09-07.
  6. ↑ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named sacbee
  7. ↑ Rob "Rabbit" Pitts Eulogy by Ed Bolian (YouTube) (video). VINwiki. September 2, 2024. Retrieved September 8, 2024.

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