Czech Coast Customs: Xzibit Does a Pimp My Ride Commercial for Skoda Yeti

The original Pimp My Ride television show hosted by Xzibit, née Alvin Nathaniel Joiner, remains one of MTV's most popular programs not only in the States, but worldwide as well, which is probably why a non-American brand like the VW Group's Skoda division decided to create a commercial that spoofs the series.

The spot stars Xzibit and his crew who work in a tuning shop under the name of "Czech Coast Customs" (instead of West Coast Customs, if you're not familiar with the TV show) with the advertised car in question being the Skoda Yeti crossover.

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Skoda Launches New Limited Edition Yeti Urban in Britain

More often than not, special edition models come with a price hike, but that's not the case with Skoda's new Yeti Urban that features up to £2,450 worth of extra equipment at no extra cost over the SE trim it is based on.

Production of the new model is limited to 750 units exclusively for the UK with sales to start in April.

The Yeti Urban rides on 17-inch black-and-chrome 'Matterhorn' alloys and sports wheel arch extensions, chrome side strips, silver door mirror caps, silver roof rails and roof stripes. Buyers can choose from four different exterior colors at no extra charge including Black Magic pearl effect, Candy White, Brilliant Silver metallic and Steel Grey metallic.

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