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Cleetus McFarland
12961 44th St N.
Suite B
Clearwater, FL 33762
USA
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12961 44th St N.
Suite B
Clearwater, FL 33762
USA
Cleetus McFarland, born Garrett Mitchell on April 5, 1995, in Omaha, Nebraska, is a YouTube personality, automotive enthusiast, and entrepreneur known for his high-energy car videos and passion for performance racing. His channel, Cleetus McFarland, has gained millions of subscribers who enjoy his entertaining approach to car culture, including high-powered car builds, drag racing, and unique events featuring custom-built cars. Known for his humorous yet knowledgeable style, Cleetus has built a brand around the “Cleetus” character, a fun-loving, patriotic car enthusiast persona that has endeared him to fans.
Garrett first gained attention while working at 1320Video, a popular automotive media company that covered street and drag racing. He began appearing in videos for the company, showcasing his knowledge and charisma, and eventually created his own YouTube channel in 2015. The “Cleetus McFarland” character was initially intended as a joke, with Garrett donning aviator sunglasses and a Southern accent for comic effect, but the persona resonated with viewers and quickly became his brand identity. His videos showcase his humor and passion for performance vehicles, as well as his willingness to take on extreme, sometimes outrageous challenges with custom-built cars.
One of Cleetus’s most significant achievements has been his purchase of the Freedom Factory, a racetrack in Bradenton, Florida, which he acquired in 2020. Originally a closed, rundown track known as DeSoto Speedway, Cleetus and his team refurbished and reopened it as a venue for automotive events, building a unique destination for fans of motorsports. The Freedom Factory has hosted numerous events organized by Cleetus, such as “Cleetus and Cars” and “The Freedom 500,” which feature car stunts, burnout contests, and racing events that draw crowds and fellow YouTube car enthusiasts alike.
