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Giveaway #10 Winner Profile:

Vard Wells and the 2023 RAM TRX

When Vard Wells purchased some items from 717 Supply, he never imagined it would lead to winning his dream truck: a 2023 Ram TRX from the company's 10th giveaway.

“I bought a hoodie and a couple of shirts, and I just won a TRX and 30 grand cash," Wells, a Utah resident, explained during his winner interview. The 37-year-old RAM enthusiast wasn’t ready for the life-changing phone call from Mike Hyssong, founder of 717 Supply.

“I was literally asleep when Mike called me. But I didn't think there's any shot in my mind I'd actually ever win, especially something like this, this big,” Wells shared. “You might win a local raffle if you're lucky, but a nationwide giveaway…just awesome…unreal.”

Wells had been dreaming of owning a TRX since RAM first announced the supercharged supertruck. “I’m a RAM fan. Always have been since I was little…I do have a RAM 1500 that I wrench on a little bit, and it's a little bit older, and this is definitely an upgrade,” he said. His fascination with the TRX began early, sparked by Hyssong's content on his Street Speed 717 YouTube channel: "I've been watching TRX videos on it. Yeah, nonstop actually since they came out…since you jumped one,” Wells remarked.

He traveled cross-country to pick up his prize at 717 Supply’s base in central Pennsylvania. A journey worth the effort, as Wells marveled at the truck’s imposing presence. During the reveal, his ear-to-ear grin was non-stop as he explored all the TRX’s details, including the menacing engine sound.  This truck is no ordinary 2023 TRX, but rather the limited-run Lunar Edition. However, Hyssong added several upgrades, including dark window tinting and strategic application of protection film on the bodywork and lights. This RAM will be ready to roll should Wells decide to fully test its abilities. 

For Wells, the decision between taking the cash or the truck wasn't difficult. It’s “a crazy spot to be in,” he commented. “Do I want the cash or do I want my dream? It's a great decision to have to make.”  Ultimately, he decided on the truck because “it is my dream,” Wells explained. Beyond fulfilling a long-time aspiration, the win offered practical benefits: “Even just taking the truck, I get out of my own truck payment. So there's no truck loan,” said Wells. The win “frees up my financial freedom to move forward and potentially…towards a house," he added.

Underscoring the legitimacy of 717 Supply's giveaways, Wells remarked, “I personally never really thought it was a scam, especially coming from you guys. I've followed your channel for years and just always loved it, and just seen people win.” He added, “I've seen Mike just say, ‘guys, this is how things work,’ and he's always been super transparent.” His advice to skeptics was clear: “It's the real deal, it's honestly the real deal.” As Wells prepared to head home with his dream truck, he remained in disbelief: “I would say that I didn't believe it was possible, but I'm sitting right here.”

About the 2023 RAM TRX Lunar Edition

Like all RAM TRXs, Vard Wells' prize easily deserves the “supertruck” label, thanks to earth-shaking power and go-anywhere prowess. What makes this RAM so extraordinary is the supercharged 6.2-liter Hemi V8 under the hood, producing a jaw-dropping 702 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque. An eight-speed automatic transmission with aluminum paddle shifters manages the full-time four-wheel-drive system.

It’s a powertrain that enables the TRX to rocket from zero to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds, according to Car and Driver. That’s a remarkable feat for a full-size pickup weighing over three tons. The Lunar Edition was a one-year-only offering for 2023, featuring a Ceramic Gray Clear-Coat finish inspired by the surface of the moon. Completing the look are unique hood and bed graphics, as well as 18-inch black beadlock wheels designed for extreme terrain. In addition to the window tinting and protective paint film added by 717 Supply, the truck was also modified with automatic Mopar side steps before it got shipped to Utah.

Inside, the Lunar Edition showcases blue accent stitching on the doors, dashboard, and leather-trimmed bucket seats—details that caught Wells' eye during the reveal. The cabin also boasts carbon fiber accents, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and a dual-pane panoramic sunroof. At the same time, off-road capability remains at the heart of this TRX. Features like Bilstein adaptive performance shocks, an electronic locking rear axle, high-performance brakes, and a spray-in bedliner make this pickup ready for any adventure. 

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