How being a Youtuber changed my business for the worse - Flying Wheels

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  • Опубликовано: 20 мар 2024
  • I have officially turned into Tyler Hoovie with all of my Hoopties I have been buying too many projects just to make RUclips videos
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  • @aaronp0324
    @aaronp0324 2 месяца назад +296

    I think you have the concept for your channel out of whack. You're not Hoovie's garage, you're Flying Wheels. We want to see you run the dealership. We like seeing you make every possible mistake and still somehow come out ahead.

    • @dkjoses12
      @dkjoses12 2 месяца назад +32

      He wants to keep the how to run a dealership behind a paywall

    • @ASerrant2
      @ASerrant2 2 месяца назад +2

      Agreed

    • @zactormak
      @zactormak 2 месяца назад

      hoopties garage*

    • @alanlittell8385
      @alanlittell8385 2 месяца назад +6

      Great comment. You are correct. Seems like 80- 90% of the videos were victorious. Now only 30% show success, 70% are look at my failures.
      I like Doug Demuro, Hoovie, Eric Estepp. Craig is really close to being super popular.
      Give him a little more time, he appears to be regrouping, reflecting on the last 5years.
      When he gets clarity on his next goals, look out, he is unstoppable.

    • @brad3201
      @brad3201 2 месяца назад +5

      I’d like your comment but it’s at 69 likes

  • @underachievingwatchcollect1878
    @underachievingwatchcollect1878 2 месяца назад +145

    Spring cleaning-sell your junk and start being a serious car dealer! Tough economic times ahead-sell more affordable vehicles (5k-20k).

    • @existinginaspace8347
      @existinginaspace8347 2 месяца назад +6

      I just about coughed up my sprite when you called 5k affordable.
      That's something most of us need long term saving to buy.

    • @seminolekilla
      @seminolekilla 2 месяца назад +24

      @@existinginaspace8347 if 5k isn’t affordable then you have some serious issues going on. Time to work more/get some better skills to get your money up.

    • @silvermoneydude2044
      @silvermoneydude2044 2 месяца назад +1

      💯

    • @Venerablenesses
      @Venerablenesses 2 месяца назад

      ​​​@@existinginaspace8347while I won't knock you for your affordability, I wouldn't trust a $5k used car in my part of the USA these days. $9k would be my starting point at a dealer. Your better option is private, but you'll definitely need cash in hand. $5k was my civic @ 90k miles 12 years ago, and that thing pushed 250k miles b4 I traded up. Great little car.

    • @johnelliott7083
      @johnelliott7083 2 месяца назад +1

      dude I just about choked on my dinner reading this 😂😂

  • @elsnacho
    @elsnacho 2 месяца назад +114

    Hoovie did NOT COIN THE TERM HOOPTIE!!😂

    • @slimrosco
      @slimrosco 2 месяца назад +10

      Amen to that. Grew up in Detroit and I’ve heard that phrase my whole life.

    • @andydhillon1977
      @andydhillon1977 2 месяца назад +16

      Yup. It was a term coined by the Black car community back in at least the 70's, I believe.

    • @JMalpal
      @JMalpal 2 месяца назад +4

      @@andydhillon1977thank you. Black culture influenced everything!

    • @andydhillon1977
      @andydhillon1977 2 месяца назад +6

      @@JMalpal Absolutely. Unfortunately, much of what has been adopted has had a detrimental effect on society.

    • @neilgunns8391
      @neilgunns8391 2 месяца назад +4

      @jmal. You couldn’t be more correct. Look what it’s doing for EVERY SINGLE CITY in the country. Facts!!

  • @BellaJiyar_XOXO
    @BellaJiyar_XOXO 2 месяца назад +95

    Damn you need to have a fire sale and start putting 15k cars on the lot.

    • @robertscheinost179
      @robertscheinost179 2 месяца назад

      Tax season, 5K to 8K cars for the next 2 months. 'tis the season.

    • @mikes-wv3em
      @mikes-wv3em 2 месяца назад

      MAGA fire sales are in fashion!

    • @Charlesbjtown
      @Charlesbjtown 2 месяца назад

      ​@@robertscheinost179Tax season has BEEN over with, people with a gang of kids filled as SOON as they could. Everyone filing now, knows the owe.

  • @oleradiodudea.m.4735
    @oleradiodudea.m.4735 2 месяца назад +47

    The brown Christmas wreath above the garage door tells the story well.

  • @jjl499
    @jjl499 2 месяца назад +320

    You stopped selling cars and started making videos we want to see you selling cars not buying projects just to ahow us

    • @rc70ys
      @rc70ys 2 месяца назад +43

      Crying Poor 1 Minute
      Then next showing us all his expensive toys !!!

    • @DirtyMoe55
      @DirtyMoe55 2 месяца назад +7

      Spot on, great point.

    • @Rxhmr
      @Rxhmr 2 месяца назад +18

      The thing is he doesn't even show you any of the cars 😂😂 he video is just talking about shit the whole video stop watching the dude. It's all for the drama and the views but non of you are smart enough to get that

    • @roblange3845
      @roblange3845 2 месяца назад +6

      I agree with comments above, show more auction buys and such. There's enough hooptie vlogs out there.

    • @thensh1tguy
      @thensh1tguy 2 месяца назад +5

      Jesus 🤦🏻‍♂️ pick RUclips or the car lot buddy.

  • @nyc8452
    @nyc8452 2 месяца назад +48

    This week on Crying Wheels!
    But seriously, I'm in agreement with some of the other commenters. Your edge is in showing us the dealer process and experience ---> Auction ---> fix ----> sale ---> profit/loss. I'm not as interested in the other videos like buying your ferrari, E-tron depreciation, Mecum Auctions etc. There are plenty of other channels for project cars etc.

    • @craigpasquinzo8819
      @craigpasquinzo8819 2 месяца назад +3

      Hopefully he reads this comment and possibly re-reads it, if he doesn’t understand.

    • @1QKGLH
      @1QKGLH 2 месяца назад +4

      Hahaha. Yes, his has become Crying Wheels.

    • @kgb4187
      @kgb4187 2 месяца назад +2

      Losing his focus will lose viewers. Same thing happen with AutoAuctionRebuilds. He used to buy crashed cars from Copart and fix them. Now he does Copart walkthroughs, buys clean title donated cars and pays to have them fixed, and talks about the 5 new vehicles he's making payments on. At one point he had $250,000 worth of financed cars and it was just depressing.

    • @robertbelardo7087
      @robertbelardo7087 2 месяца назад +2

      Crying Wheels,
      Whining Wheels,😂

  • @robertsmith987
    @robertsmith987 2 месяца назад +26

    next video becoming a youtuber saved my dealership

  • @Zaze09
    @Zaze09 2 месяца назад +66

    I'm here for the car dealer content. The auction content is cool. The Mecum auction advice is good. Light restoration with tips is good. I'm not expecting crazy builds. The flip up content was also cool.

  • @racinjason68
    @racinjason68 2 месяца назад +20

    The impala SS went from $500 to $1000 to paid $1200. 😂

  • @lawndingo7656
    @lawndingo7656 2 месяца назад +4

    Hoopty is a word I used as a young man living in New Britain Connecticut…he did not make up the word, I am 49 and the word was a part of my vernacular…

  • @roundcornerent
    @roundcornerent 2 месяца назад +23

    You are now the OFFICIAL , KING of CLUNKERS !

  • @Joejunksitjunkremoval
    @Joejunksitjunkremoval 2 месяца назад +53

    The issue with growing your success and being successful with everything you want in life is that you need a team. You can't do everything by yourself. You honestly need people to help you. I'm learning this same lesson in my business. Look at every RUclipsr you have spoken about they started as 1 and got famous with the help of others on their team.

  • @sherazrahim4379
    @sherazrahim4379 2 месяца назад +8

    Literally used to watch him for going to the auction look at cars, bid on cars, fix and sell cars.
    Now its just I bought this car!😅

  • @shanewilfon6860
    @shanewilfon6860 2 месяца назад +14

    Craig is a natural carnival barker able to create drama and gaslight the audience ❤❤😂

  • @honzarox
    @honzarox 2 месяца назад +31

    This is the problem with the algorithm. He makes car dealership content, gets a few views. He makes content about a broken car project, he gets 10x views. It's what the viewers want, although its not what the core fanbase wants.

  • @sergiumatias3
    @sergiumatias3 2 месяца назад +14

    Craig, to be honest, all these cars you're buying "for youtube", i mean, not talking for everybody, but probably a lot of people don't care. I'd like to see you do a trial period with only going to the auction, flipping cars, talk about profit. Who gives a rat about a school bus. If you want to buy it for you, you can just mention it, and that's it. But a lot of people don't care about these junk cars. I'd be interested in seeing more about day to day operating a dealer, or stories about customers being dumb, or trying to scam you. Just talk about prices going up and down (which you do, i know), avoid dragging 2 3 episodes about a shitty project about which a lot of people won't care, if you really want to focus on the youtube side. I really enjoy your channel, and i usually like to watch all the episode so hopefully helps in any way, i have pretty much watched most of your episodes since 1st episode of flipping into a ferrari, that was recommended to me, and to be honest, i'd like you to try that again in this market, rather than during covid times. I really hope everything works out in the end for you!

    • @robertscheinost179
      @robertscheinost179 2 месяца назад

      I never saw the cars "bought for You Tube" on You Tube.

  • @TheSwordRules
    @TheSwordRules 2 месяца назад +16

    I agree with you, it's not what your lot should look like. If I drove into your lot and saw those "hoopties" sitting there to the left and right of your building, I'd think that you're a dealer that puts lipstick on a pig and puts it on the line to sell. Then I'd drive away. Maybe put those project cars in your overflow lot and get them out of sight!

  • @MrCreole318
    @MrCreole318 2 месяца назад +3

    Sell your bikes, the skyline, the chipmunk hoop, and stop Spray Painting dashboards, and you may be successful if the circus comes back to town Rattlecan Craig. You really are a Genius.

  • @adcolt54
    @adcolt54 2 месяца назад +12

    I'll watch whatever content you plan on posting. It's all interesting and educational.

    • @nicknuggets369
      @nicknuggets369 2 месяца назад +1

      Agreed. I love to see him win cause he has a conscience, is transparent-ethical

  • @Joejunksitjunkremoval
    @Joejunksitjunkremoval 2 месяца назад +26

    It's time to HIRE someone to help you get these projects done. But only hire someone that thinks like you, someone who's on the same page as you. Its obvious you need a partner that you can brainstorm with. Hire an assistant that has the drive to make your life easier and his or her life better.

    • @edwsal59
      @edwsal59 2 месяца назад

      Yes, and share the profits with the hire so progress moves forward. A good spring/summer side series.

  • @tomkemper4869
    @tomkemper4869 2 месяца назад +13

    just have your office manager limit you to a maximum 5 project cars at any time no matter how exciting a sixth one would be. that should resolve most of your issues. for your existing hoopd inventory, no more project cars till you clear your inventory. start with the ones at the dealership and replace them with the money makers. set yourself a plan to complete two per week, and list which ones you will complete each week. you’ll be back on track for the summer sales, and you’ll still get your videos

    • @nicknuggets369
      @nicknuggets369 2 месяца назад

      Solid advice. He’s just like me i have a.d.d with projects. Got a hundred things to do and willing to take on new project… Comes down to saving yourself from yourself

    • @norompaslasguindas
      @norompaslasguindas 2 месяца назад +2

      Give the office manager a cattle prod

  • @chuckreardon935
    @chuckreardon935 2 месяца назад +12

    Fortunately, you 're a smart guy and this is a Bump in the road to you going back to your winning ways with more knowledge. Have a great Spring and Summer Craig and Thanks for all the Good info.

  • @ListerMotorsports
    @ListerMotorsports 2 месяца назад +8

    I just cleared out all my junks , I had too many personal and project cars hanging around. You need to do a Hooptie Sale !

  • @trwsandford
    @trwsandford 2 месяца назад +9

    If you weren’t all the way across the country. I’d come buy the Mercury Grand Marquis.

  • @Justincaseny
    @Justincaseny 2 месяца назад +3

    I remember when you used to keep the clunkers in a different lot because you wanted to keep a professional image of the dealership. I felt sad when you didn't make money on the Florida auction trip. I would recommend going back to the old ways and keeping making videos of that process.

  • @KingsleyCubias
    @KingsleyCubias 2 месяца назад +1

    Don’t quit. Becoming a RUclipsr helps me learn about amazing cars , but if he quits any other legit car tuber guys??? Anyone ?

  • @sgttombailes3380
    @sgttombailes3380 2 месяца назад +10

    I too have too many things. Thousands of $$$$$ in Classic & Antique cars, Antique Lionel Model Trains, Antique musical instruments, Land and an Imported Wine Collection. Whew~~~! Wife says I am a Hoarder !! I tell her I'm a Collector. We have no kids so I don't have to grow up and Love my Big Boy Toys & things.. We have No Debt. Everything is payed off. I can't take it with me, so I enjoy it while I'm here on earth.. Live your dream folks !! Enjoy Life !!!

    • @nicknuggets369
      @nicknuggets369 2 месяца назад

      As a collector i most certainly am a hoarder also. Just theres a treasure aspect to it. Im practically broke and all my money is just invested in things i love. So while broke i still have to many reasons to smile. 😂😂😂 love people like you that remind me I’m not insane

    • @tho464
      @tho464 2 месяца назад

      You have to use money to buy what you enjoy and make your life worth living. Too many people focus only on making money instead of using money to enjoy every day. Money is a tool to buy happiness.

  • @miamisubprimemiamisubprime46
    @miamisubprimemiamisubprime46 2 месяца назад +4

    "If you were from Miami, I assure you, this video wouldn't exist. The following day, all your possessions would vanish."

  • @runninngunnin4787
    @runninngunnin4787 2 месяца назад +9

    Thanks for all the vids and content. Learned alot of information about cars and how honest or fair some people are.

  • @smokeyj3983
    @smokeyj3983 2 месяца назад +4

    Well I'm glad you started making videos. It's fun watching you bro! You've got a great personality and I love cars too so I like looking at all those beauties you have. That Audi is absolutely gorgeous. Thanks for all the hard work you do.

  • @bbishoppcm
    @bbishoppcm 2 месяца назад +3

    The other side to this is - Hoovie has an unlimited budget, unlimited property for storage, and cars are truly his hobby - running a fast food restaurant chain is his primary source of income. Mixing pleasure with business is a cardinal sin, as the priorities get skewed. As for that Mercury Cougar - that is a damn cool car; all the middle-aged women I knew growing up in the 90's seemed to buy them, but if equipped with the 5.0L engine, they were sleepers (or could have been turned into them easily). But to my earlier point? Nothing excites me less than a rich kid's toy (Italian sports cars) - a car that I will never own, don't ever wish to own, and every RUclipsr I used to follow "jumped the shark" so to speak the day they started focusing on them, rather than the normal and obtainable vehicles I could realistically see in my own driveway. I live in southern NH too - this isn't Ferrari country. Used car dealers have a reputation; you started off on the right foot by trying to show the "behind the scenes" of selling used cars - stick to that, narrow your focus, and maybe show off some of the oddities you find along the way (I'd love to see that Cougar featured - is that one of the "Bostonian Edition" models?)

    • @strykerman8590
      @strykerman8590 Месяц назад

      Preach! I started watching hooviw because of his park Ave and equus video, now it’s just a new expensive toy each week and I’m done. The car wizard is following in his footsteps

  • @jaredwarner2451
    @jaredwarner2451 2 месяца назад +12

    Make a deal with a mechanic on the ones that don’t run… either your own (Dave) or someone else in the area… or both.
    Tell them to fix & sell the cars that don’t run. Get your money back when it sells and they keep the profit.
    Coming into spring & summer in your area would be a good time to do this and just move onto the stuff that makes money.

  • @acemannw
    @acemannw 2 месяца назад +24

    Here’s my idea go to the local tech college. See if they have a body shop program. See if you could hire some of their guys to work for you through the summer and every week assign them a new car to fix up and get going. They can also work out some other cars win-win for everybody.

    • @jdev232
      @jdev232 2 месяца назад +2

      Or donate some of that shit to a couple of local schools to have as project cars. Tax write-off, and good deed all-in-one.

    • @troygates5723
      @troygates5723 2 месяца назад

      That’s a good one. I went to a tech school and we would get brand new cars that fell off the delivery trailer.

  • @2StallGarage
    @2StallGarage 2 месяца назад

    Fun video, Craig. Thanks for taking the time to make it. 🏁

  • @anthonym_
    @anthonym_ 2 месяца назад

    Appreciate the transparency bro. You must remember, you have a huge following from all of your blood, sweat, and tears. Keep at it. Your dream can still be a reality.

  • @DunnMotors
    @DunnMotors 2 месяца назад +5

    Thanks Craig for the video and sharing these things. I know what to do and what not to do.
    I appreciate 🙏

  • @jay__457
    @jay__457 2 месяца назад +8

    you are doing a great job, keep up the good work. The world is full of as holes, don`t let them get to you.

  • @Heysupdan
    @Heysupdan 2 месяца назад +9

    It’s been fun watching all of your RUclips antics, from the athletic competitions to buying dead boats to buying a Ferrari. Great fun. Keep it up, you will be at a million subscribers like Tyler Hoover

    • @markjaycox8811
      @markjaycox8811 2 месяца назад

      I don't even know who Tyler Hoovie is, but I know Craig of Flying Wheels!

  • @markf3908
    @markf3908 2 месяца назад +1

    I think we need a video titled, Starting a new small "auto salvage yard", but I don't now how hard it would be to open a salvage yard in NH

  • @edjohansen288
    @edjohansen288 2 месяца назад +8

    I’m a small dealer in Ct I got the same issues way too many projects

  • @kevinj.harrellmphches1420
    @kevinj.harrellmphches1420 2 месяца назад +3

    If Tyler Hoover coined the term “hooptie,” I discovered America.

  • @ronniemagee1365
    @ronniemagee1365 2 месяца назад +2

    German was awesome at helping you. GET HIM BACK!!!!!

  • @thuggyduggy1525
    @thuggyduggy1525 2 месяца назад

    Every time I see a new video I get thrilled! Keep up the good work. Very cool and interesting content. Even if you just filmed with cars that you don’t end up purchasing it will still be interesting. Thanks Greg 😎

  • @floyd27860
    @floyd27860 2 месяца назад +6

    Sir-mix-alot - my hooptie
    That song was from 1988

  • @DunnDifferent
    @DunnDifferent 2 месяца назад +11

    I’ve seen a lot of comments here roasting you for this and that and get back to your old videos and whatnot…
    Here’s the issue no one is talking about. Look bud. I’m in the same boat so don’t take this as negative feedback. You’re buying the toys and other cars you have always wanted because RUclips has allowed you to do this. Not the other way round. And that is awesome! You have made it far enough in RUclips land that you can afford to buy the junk of your childhood dreams and you should own that. Live your dream brother and give us the videos of that fulfillment along the way.

  • @adamrees3675
    @adamrees3675 2 месяца назад +1

    Got to respect this video for being so honest and original, perfect example of how you plan life and how it actually goes, it can be fixed an changed if you recognise early enough that you are going in the wrong direction 😂

  • @georgescarvids
    @georgescarvids 2 месяца назад

    Consolidation is key!! Always love watching your videos!!

  • @KyleTraeCaswell
    @KyleTraeCaswell 2 месяца назад +3

    You're right! the dealership looks dumpy because of the hoopties. Makes it look like you're a mechanic shop, I wouldn't buy a car there because of it tbh

  • @2kostasd
    @2kostasd 2 месяца назад +6

    Craig, the sad thing is I'm turning into you, but I don't even have a car dealership! Projects all around the house, and my wife says I'm a hoarder. Came to the realization that I need to work on one project at a time and sell it before the next project. Thanks for the video - it confirms the realization I came to just a few weeks ago about myself, so this video really helped me.

    • @izz5946
      @izz5946 2 месяца назад +1

      Same here project all around the house.. tools and new unopened tools and spray machines all over, then we moved still haven’t cleared out the first house 3 years later waiting for a good up swing in value … so all my unfinished projects in my 1st house and now 3 years later new unfinished projects in my 2nd house … tools and stuff I bought for the 3rd time in the 2nd house … 🤦🏻‍♂️ 🤦🏻‍♂️😵‍💫😵‍💫

  • @blazonbyrd5996
    @blazonbyrd5996 2 месяца назад +2

    Live your own dream, bro...
    Don't let others tell you how to dream. Well done!

  • @danielmonahan6195
    @danielmonahan6195 2 месяца назад +1

    My favorite videos that you do are when you buy something cheap at the auction that looks like it has major issues, bring it back to life on the cheap and sell it for a good profit. I have no issue with watching videos about Silverados or Honda Pilots that fit that bill.

  • @chrislemaster2695
    @chrislemaster2695 2 месяца назад +6

    A sub frame from a 1997-2005 Buick Park Avenue Base and Ultra will a 95-99 Rivera as well. even the 2003-2005 Buick LeSabre celebration edition supercharged has the same sub frame. You can Sub frame in good shape for the Rivera for 300.00 at the most. The 1997-2005 Park Avenue Base/Ultra 1SE and the 2003-2005 Buick Lesabre celebration edition sub frame will fit.These are so ubiquitous at u pull a part.

    • @buzuxi
      @buzuxi 2 месяца назад

      He should donate it as content for his brother's channel. That Riviera with that drivetrain and good body and interior is worth it.

  • @jimmulderig743
    @jimmulderig743 2 месяца назад +3

    Take 1 car a week and run them thru the auction, have 1 project car every quarter and that’s it. People would enjoy the car going thru the auction and seeing the price you got.

  • @VisionPrestigeCars
    @VisionPrestigeCars 2 месяца назад

    It’s weird how I’m sitting here listening to you talk about how much work you’ve got to do on so many different cars just for the forecourt alone and then also how many potential video/content making cars you have and simply not enough hours in the day to do them all especially by yourself…..i’ve just started my RUclips journey about my little car dealership in the UK and I can see myself being you in 5 years (maybe not with so many subscribers though 😊) im exactly like you and the cars are building up already 🤦‍♂️I’m going to try and not let this happen, but what I will say is, it looks like you’ve done pretty well for yourself, give yourself a very large pat on the back 👍All the best, Kev!

  • @ebwholesaler
    @ebwholesaler 2 месяца назад +2

    Instead of 'Flying Wheels' just rename the dealership:
    FLYING PROJECTS !!! (instant success)

  • @richardtye3370
    @richardtye3370 2 месяца назад +5

    Great vid as always. Not to teach granny to suck eggs, but optics also play a huge part. I don't want to sound like a snob, but if a forecourt has a load of 'clunkers' I would make an assumption / judgement (rightly or wrongly) about the type of dealership it is and the type of crap being sold......and I'd drive on by without taking the time to come in and find out that those are project cars & not stock for sale.

  • @HunterGonzo-pg4vf
    @HunterGonzo-pg4vf 2 месяца назад +3

    I absolutely love that Cougar. It's my kind of car.

  • @paulcarson7703
    @paulcarson7703 2 месяца назад +2

    love the channel very informative

  • @dorrengilbert804
    @dorrengilbert804 2 месяца назад +3

    Craig, pick one of these cars, go thru it, fix it get it sold. Then so one more. Before you know it they will sell. Have a little hope my friend. You CAN do it.

    • @kananimiranda3376
      @kananimiranda3376 2 месяца назад +2

      Yes. I think he is discombobulated with projects. Work on one, make videos, then sell it. And then onto the next project. That is how you finish projects, you have to stick to one and finish. Maybe he has really bad adhd. Make a list and a calendar and goals and he could finish projects, make 100 videos and sell them and make money.

  • @lpey_pdx
    @lpey_pdx 2 месяца назад +8

    I watch for the content highlighting the savvy businessman and enthusiast that Craig is… not to watch someone try and replicate what others have done (Hoovie, Samcrac, Tavarish). Don’t chase clout, create it. Play to your strengths, Craig… and keep that edge to you (like telling people you’d set that car on fire before selling it for a lowball offer💪🏼). Ps, the chop-top Escalade was a strength… It’s unique, and yours. Maybe another fun project like that with a cool end result

  • @edwardcarlos7006
    @edwardcarlos7006 2 месяца назад

    Looking good buddy I wish you success!!!!!!

  • @kylebramlett3066
    @kylebramlett3066 2 месяца назад

    Really like your videos. I'd drive from southern Michigan to your dealership to try to make a deal with you because I enjoy your personality. Honest used car dealers is a rarity. I'm just a disabled vet that likes learning. Perfect channel for that. Thanks Craig. ☺

  • @tonkaboyrich496
    @tonkaboyrich496 2 месяца назад +5

    A hooptie = A bucket
    Clunker = car that needs to be donated

    • @nicknuggets369
      @nicknuggets369 2 месяца назад

      Yea not a SL500 by any means. Id do some bad things for that car

  • @steveosgood9182
    @steveosgood9182 2 месяца назад +5

    ask your doctor about Xanax...You need a board of directors to keep you in line. The good thing is you have an interest in cars. The bad thing is you have an interest in cars. I would probably be the same. The hobby side inventory piles up, and soon you'll be eating rice and beans.
    "When your hobbies get in the way of your work - that's OK; but when your hobbies get in the way of themselves... well." Steve Martin

    • @nicknuggets369
      @nicknuggets369 2 месяца назад

      Nahh he’s fine and doesnt need xan. He’s living his best life and will be fine. A excess of projects is daunting for anyone.

    • @steveosgood9182
      @steveosgood9182 2 месяца назад

      @@nicknuggets369 it's a joke. Xanax is not good for you. It stops normal sleep and is highly addictive. Dr Jordan Peterson's story about his addiction to it is an eye opener. I only take it when I have a scheduled eye doc appoint with a needle put into my eye. It does help with that. If I had a car lot I probably would have similar problems .

  • @doncardinal912
    @doncardinal912 2 месяца назад

    This is great stuff, the whole manic crossroads of wtf should I be doing with my decision making is very relatable. Fire sale, sell some parts, and re-set seem to be the consensus.

  • @garylee2976
    @garylee2976 2 месяца назад

    Craig, your happiness is contagious always stay true to who you are. Please keep doing RUclips videos and then sell car's.😊

  • @19jarhead66
    @19jarhead66 2 месяца назад +10

    You want to be a collector not a dealer. Watching you waste money, kind of turns me off. You need discipline and priorities.

    • @mxfool1508
      @mxfool1508 2 месяца назад +1

      Craig is the New Hampshire version of Samcrac, and I stopped watching him cause he too can't finish a project

  • @burnedagain6187
    @burnedagain6187 2 месяца назад +5

    Fire sale time! Dump all the junk!

  • @coolguy7033
    @coolguy7033 2 месяца назад

    Dude your charisma is dope new subscriber here lol great content

  • @jackpalczynski7884
    @jackpalczynski7884 2 месяца назад +4

    Your solution is this. Every week, you take one of these clunkers. You clean it up and make it run. One week max. It goes up for sale CHEAP. Now the clock starts. You have one more week to sell it. So if it's running fine and can be polished and vacuumed in an afternoon, I give you the rest of that first week and the second week. You make youtube vids for the first week and update all the cars' second week. Not sold at the end of the second week? To the auction with no reserve and it's gone and you can video the auction experience. With the youtube payments plus whatever you get, you won't lose money and you get rid of all this junk. I have to include the GTS in this. You know what people looking for these cars want? The GT-R wide body and a factory paint job, like in black. The paint is really cool but it narrows your market a lot. I'd consider buying it but I would absolutely repaint it. Sorry.

  • @TheBBodyBuilder
    @TheBBodyBuilder 2 месяца назад +5

    Craig…wasn’t the Ferrari $400 bucks? And then sold for 86k…that pays for most of your RUclips fleet. And do you not get revenues from RUclips? Given that you have a dealership…why not hire another mechanic and have him/her focus on your RUclips fleet? You tend to purchase interesting project cars and you almost always buy them right…there is no way you are loosing your shirt on the RUclips side of the house. If the Grey Escalade is not a rust bucket…sell it. Sell of the cars that are not junk and keep some clunkers that you dedicate time to fixing and making content. I have been watching your channel for a long time…you had the Viper before the hoarding of clunkers began. You should do a video on the $500 dollar Panther…clean it up and sell it. That’s a money maker…you won’t retire but you won’t loose either. Now stop the complaining or we are going to start asking you if you want cheese with your whine 😂

  • @swendave
    @swendave 2 месяца назад +2

    If I hadn't gone down the road of a financial advisor, I would have had a used car lot. I love cars and don't regret what I've built. Your vids are interesting and entertaining. Keep finding ways to be creative both in your vids and in the car business. Best of luck.

  • @marnel1101
    @marnel1101 2 месяца назад

    Over the years ,you have shown your fans the passion you have for cars and you dream of driving the best that you admire. But when we get a job at an ice cream shop and taste one day all the flavors it can really be overwhelming.. Perhaps you can start an apprentice position that can help you finish some of the simple projects. It will be hard to let go of all of the control but a real rewarding experience for a blooming gear head. Thank you for sharing all you that you have shown us. Keep on Flying......

  • @scenicviews1024
    @scenicviews1024 2 месяца назад +3

    you should donate the red thunderbird to a 24 hours of lemons race team to race at NHIS in the fall, I see it with a big flying wheels decal on it.

  • @jamesabeebe
    @jamesabeebe 2 месяца назад +7

    Once again, another negative video. Maybe this is what analytics is telling you gets more views...but I think many of us are ready to see you be a car dealer and put out a positive video

  • @Colorado_Chris
    @Colorado_Chris 2 месяца назад

    Do what you love man! Thats the way to be happy.

  • @lava-byte
    @lava-byte Месяц назад

    Hey Craig I'm 26 running my own small car dealership and finding your content last year really inspired me. I agree with the comments, it be nice to see you focus more on how adventurous, raw, and dynamic the car flipping process is. Mistakes and all. I enjoy your content nonetheless and will keep watching!

  • @jjl499
    @jjl499 2 месяца назад +4

    Damn you need to have a fire sale and start putting 15k cars on the lot

  • @aintboutme
    @aintboutme 2 месяца назад +3

    Please tell me that he's not serious about that whole "hooptie" thing. If he is, it makes me think he lives in a vacuum, or under a rock.

  • @NKPGarage
    @NKPGarage 2 месяца назад +1

    You’re doing great. Keep going

  • @attilaplays
    @attilaplays 2 месяца назад

    originally I subbed to watch you do your dealership thing, and to get the dealer perspective. You have a good personality, so I stuck around through the house flip stuff, family stuff, boat stuff, and even through the hooptie phase. You have project ADD. I'm the same way, I see the potential, but never the time to finish things in a timely manner. I'd recommend doping a purge, and maybe getting back to dealer things.
    We're here for ya. So do things. but don't let your main income dwindle cause you want to make videos. Keep up the good work.

  • @jimsteinway695
    @jimsteinway695 2 месяца назад +4

    Your project cars weren’t exactly the best project cars. You paid too much for your Ferrari. You didn’t look into the future with the Etron. You should be looking for older 911s and older Camaro 67-70 mustangs . Why you bought an Eagle talon is beyond me. The cougar is worthless. Your viper was a good idea
    The truck market was very smart to get into .
    Your videos are good though

  • @jimneedle9645
    @jimneedle9645 2 месяца назад +15

    if youtube wasnt paying you youd be living in a cardboard box

    • @user-qp2yn5ko8r
      @user-qp2yn5ko8r 2 месяца назад +5

      No! He would be living in a van down by the river!!!

  • @RuurdvdZ
    @RuurdvdZ 2 месяца назад +1

    So set a new rule. Everything that is not worth more than $10,000 must be sold before you can buy another one. Cleans up nicely and gives you more space and a more professional business look.

  • @teddysautomotive
    @teddysautomotive 2 месяца назад

    Hey Craig. keep it up, man. You're on the road to 1 million subs. I am going to be using your viper dash removal video as a guide here soon as mine was repainted badly. I also will be posting a video of my viper project as it progresses found some good solutions for fuel pump module replacement you may be interested in if you dont want to spend the 2500 on a new one check it out when I am done editing. thanks and keep showing more dealer buys and sales thats what brought me to your channel. Just keep up with the RUclips marathon and you'll get to 1 mil. The views have an ebb and flow just like the stock market, so don't worry.

  • @oceansuniii2260
    @oceansuniii2260 2 месяца назад +9

    And, youve made $$ from youtube so dont use that an excuse

    • @user-qp2yn5ko8r
      @user-qp2yn5ko8r 2 месяца назад

      Well said!!!

    • @Notfiveo0
      @Notfiveo0 2 месяца назад +1

      I’m afraid RUclips is going to ruin my business……and I don’t even have a channel. 😆

  • @markdittbenner9949
    @markdittbenner9949 2 месяца назад +3

    Take your wrecker haul them to the scrap yard and sell them for scrap cut your losses move on... Because most of them are just that junk😂

  • @Advillin
    @Advillin 2 месяца назад +2

    Craig, you can help it some of us have car addictions. I would be the same boat if I was a dealer. How, I have five cars and cannot even drive. This was super informative and entertaining. Perhaps if you start with a list of cars and you could check one off every week. I find making lists very satisfying when I can cross them off and get a smaller list. I'm sure you'll get more accomplished come springtime winter socks everywhere

  • @kerrylewis2581
    @kerrylewis2581 2 месяца назад +1

    I can see the trap: Buy cars that will turn over quickly for profit or buy cars for content but risk a loss. If it were me, which it is not, I'd sell the "RUclips" cars and go back to basics.

  • @gadopilo
    @gadopilo 2 месяца назад +18

    • @Coldwellbanker.drive3
      @Coldwellbanker.drive3 2 месяца назад

      You should buy and hold tech stock Crypto investment

    • @lazyas8016
      @lazyas8016 2 месяца назад

      Same here all thanks to Mr Jasper Strowman, he has always been there to advise and guide me through with detailed analysis and recommendations that I wouldn't have access to otherwise.

    • @omqbrown9041
      @omqbrown9041 2 месяца назад

      Saving and investing wisely while prioritizing necessities and a few small luxuries in relation to one's total assets is a great approach. It helps ensure financial stability and I my for the enjoyment of life's little pleasures without compromising long-term financial goals. It's all about finding a balance that works for you!

    • @maldifilbert1878
      @maldifilbert1878 2 месяца назад

      Indeed, most people downplay the roles of financial planners until burnt by their mistakes. productivity is optimized and keeping up to date strategies and analysis makes it more lucrative. I've been able to navigate the volatilities and scaled up 19k from 5k with professional guidance

    • @david.d.calvache5082
      @david.d.calvache5082 2 месяца назад

      Woah for real? I'm so excited. Jasper strowman strategy has normalised winning trades for me also. and it's a huge milestone for me looking back to how it all started

  • @keithlynch3086
    @keithlynch3086 2 месяца назад +4

    Sorry man but you buy too many shitboxes!

  • @bobinforapples911
    @bobinforapples911 2 месяца назад +1

    Do what makes you happy bud, you went to school for this, it's your dream, you're almost at a half a million subs, don't sell yourself short, you're so much more than just a car salesman.

  • @bftime1
    @bftime1 2 месяца назад

    Your mistakes are why we're watching but you come across as a really nice guy and we want you to succeed. Your Boat fiasco was an Oscar winner!

  • @robertbelardo7087
    @robertbelardo7087 2 месяца назад +13

    I'm sure your business was already bad before you became a youtuber, don't use it as an excuse.

    • @FlyingWheels
      @FlyingWheels  2 месяца назад +3

      been in business 14 years. Still going

    • @dkjoses12
      @dkjoses12 2 месяца назад

      Lmao this got to Greg 😂.
      Stop it man you complain too much

    • @dkjoses12
      @dkjoses12 2 месяца назад +1

      No one from RUclips has asked you for project cars specifically if they are convertible Escalade quality

    • @cutehumor
      @cutehumor 2 месяца назад +1

      @@FlyingWheels how much debt do you have? anyone can live large but have huge debts

    • @robertbelardo7087
      @robertbelardo7087 2 месяца назад +2

      Then stop your whining​@@FlyingWheels

  • @1Meets8Billion
    @1Meets8Billion 2 месяца назад

    Thanks for being so much like all the crazy used car dudes I worked with here in Australia 👍😁 Craig....with the Internet, the days of needing a yard open to the public is no longer essential. Why don't you move to a big commercial shed? Do a Hoovie hooptie man cave garage, combined with your car yard. Go big enough to include your detailing, workshop and studio. Yes, big investment, but you seem to be in a healthy financial situation. Commercial property is generally less expensive than retail. The customer finds a car they want online, they will always find you wherever you are.

  • @RickDelten
    @RickDelten 2 месяца назад +1

    My family and friends used to refer to used cars as 'hoopties' back in the mid 80's

  • @edjohansen288
    @edjohansen288 2 месяца назад +3

    Holy crap reading these comments are brutal and the funny part is all these keyboarders can’t rub two nickels together but they’re gonna tell you how to run your business, hilarious

  • @Phone-ri5ko
    @Phone-ri5ko 2 месяца назад +4

    ive seen this dude do some stuff to car presale i wish never to buy from a dealer like this so its not youtube its your business model

    • @jjl499
      @jjl499 2 месяца назад +1

      It’s the same at every dealership bud any lace selling used cars is the exact same that’s the business

  • @davidelliott9098
    @davidelliott9098 2 месяца назад

    It's OK craig, we love u and are here for u, u just need a hug...😅😅