Benedict XVI Gets Ride Pimped

The Vatican- When Pope Benedict XVI was confirmed as the successor to Pope John Paul II, many belived that his policies would be a continuation of those of his predecessor. This past week however, the recently appointed Pontiff showed a clear break with the policy of John Paul II.

The Popmobile, the beloved vehicle used to transport the Pope around large groups for public appearences has undergone a durastic change. The Popmobile was given a make-over when BenedictXVI handed his beloved automobile over to Xibit and his crew at the MTV television program "Pimp My Ride". This marks the first change in the Popmobile in nearly XXV years, at a time when the Catholic church is struggling to reach out to a more untraditional communities.

When the Holy Father was shown his newly pimped ride, he was beside himself with delight. He couldn't believe the body had been made to look like a Cadillac Escalade, and was impressed that newly installed bullet-proof glass made his new car as safe as its old bubble-roof incarnation. He knew that his entourage of Cardinals would get hours of enjoyment from the VII DVD players and IX PS2's, in addition to rocking-out to the incredible sound system complete with IV Subwoofers and VI Amplifiers. He also was pleased with the addition of a sunroof, from which he could emerge for public appearences.


The "Pimp My Ride" Special "Pimpin' 4 the Pope" will appear sometime this fall.