Dude you should be at 500k subs already. You produce some of the best car enthusiast content on RUclips. Plus you come across as a genuinely humble guy unlike some of the other RUclipsrs. :)
I had a Jeep in Hawaii. It was fun but the lack of cargo space got old real quick...especially if you have friends and they have gear too! I moved up to a Toyota Tacoma and loved it...but then I had 3 kids. So now I am on the lookout for a Tundra 4x4 for some serious elbow room. Motor Trend did a border to border (Mexico to Canada) video with a Tundra that really sold me on the capabilities of the Tundra.
Chase Smith I know. the thing is jeeps are tiny vehicles. awesome! but tiny... a truck can carry my wife, my 3 kids and all our gear "comfortably"...key word comfortably. plus a lifted jeep with a roof rack starts to get hard to park in my garage or public parking garages.
Dude. Coming from a Wrangler owner, I personally think you should buy something more on the stock side and then make it exactly what you want it to be. There are literally 1000's of options you can do to personalize it. Don't buy one already done up. You will feel so much more satisfied getting individual parts and making a masterpiece! And p.s; Don't get a Wrangler with rockstar wheels, everyone and their grandmother has those wheels on their jeep! Happy hunting. Ryan
When I bought my jeep...Chrysler sales guy did same exact move. I was going back and forth with him for 2 and a half days on a specific stock number on property and decided to finally buy if I Iiked it when I got there. He knew I was coming, I arrived, waited, called him, looked everywhere...couldn't find the guy or the jeep on the lot, and got help from a manager and verified the jeep sold the night before. I ended up buying the showroom floor model rubicon in white...only after knocking them down 5k off the sticker. That was nov 2012, I was buying a 2013 rubicon with all options and body color package. Still have it and love it.
This is a sign man, twice you missed the Wrangler means that you should check for something else ;) I like the way you asked us if we were OK when the camera went down :D Thanks man ! Keep doing your videos !!!
I just bought an 08 Rubicon and what I've learned is if you find something you like/want, you'd better be fast. Wranglers resale value is through the roof and they don't last long on the lot especially if they're at a good price.
right Danny? I sort of get the little Wranglers, like the girl on his channel had-- but having owned a Grand Cherokee I just don't see the point of the wrangler. It's very bare bones, so I guess that attracts some people.
Kal El yeah, buying used is normally smart because of the depreciation, but in the case of a Jeep Wrangler it makes absolutely no sense due to the hilariously overinflated market. How on earth is a 3 year old Wrangler with 40k miles worth almost as much as a brand new one? It's idiotic.
Looks like he's looking for the 4 door version Wrangler Unlimited. A quick search on inventory at nearby Jeep dealerships have them priced from $31k to $49k for 2017 model. They even have a couple bare bones Sport 4x4 for under 30k. I'm pretty sure if he would go to a Jeep dealership, they may have some 1-2 year old models in inventory for less.
Karl, this "mugs" a genious...He made me reach out and rub my screen to remove what I thought was a hair...Minus the "Hot Babes" that got me today...He wins my internet award so far...LOL...
Stradman why not a Tacoma truck ? Listen to this .. Toyota has reliability behind its name and RESALE VALUE you can get a off road version like 40k and you cAn build the truck another thing for content think about it you could put a topper on the back get an older model and you can find s supercharger for it if you worried about speed and who knows sponsors for the build maybe ?
You can get a low mileage gen2 trd off road for that. It'll tow more, rides better, and will hold value while being reliable. It's also much more refined than the Wrangler.
I love jeeps, especially the wrangler theyre so manly and raw and theyre very good on and off road and theyre very popular in america and out and theyre really nice looking and really good with modifications
$30,000 for a Jeep? I would never pay that much for any Jeep. You could get a nice '91-'95 4.0L YJ for under $5000 and build it into one heck of a capable vehicle for another $10,000. Or just get a 2003-2006 Jeep TJ Rubicon. JK's are nice and very capable off-roaders but the YJ and TJ are so much easier to work on and so much cheaper to maintain and repair.
A daytrip to CERN might be an interesting bit of content while you're in Geneva. There's also the chance for a daytrip to Montreux and Lucerne and Lausanne.
My father worked at a Honda plant for many years. We were talking about the NSX over a few beers and he was telling me just how cheaply the NSX was made. Most of the parts for the interior are pulled from Honda Pilots and the Honda Odyssey. The seats are actually made on the same LINE as the Honda Pilot then stitched up in a different fabric. Too cheaply made for me to spend 100k+.
that 918 isnt the only one in the world with that color. i saw one in CT. it has the salzburg livery, if u look closely at the headlight and door u can see the lines.
James R. Weber Ok, My idea (are cheep) of an off road vehicle. Get two VW pickup bodies (one single cab, other double cab). Replace the small bed on the dbl cab with the long bed from the single cab. Add a modified Dodge Ram 3500 4WD (dualies) frame so engine, trans and transfer case is mounted behind the dbl cab (in treasure chest). Replace VW engine with a generator and compressor (combo?). Add hidden lift bed (lays flat), hidden 2K lb crane (auto raise) and other details. ;-)
Stradman, if you plan on keeping the gallardo you should at least do 2 of these things- black rims, some type of aftermarket front bumper, a spoiler, exhaust or get rid of the ski box (;
If you plan on doing some fun light trails look into a Jeep Rubicon for suspension articulation. The resale are also better. It's not a Mercedes G wagon with portal axels. Still you'll enjoy the Rubicon. Look into why it's different then a wrangler before you make that purchase. Also I enjoy your videos You rock!
What a shame man, im going to geneva too for the carshow (im from the netherlands) for 3 days but you are going earlier (press days i guess?). Wouldve been a good opportunity to meet you.
Bleddy Nero f12 Socalled owner Cheaped out on Paint Protection & only had the Frontal part of the Huge Plastic Bumper Cover & Hood applied with that Clear plastic Wrap garbage. at 5:09minutes.
every Wrangler is a starter Wrangler. you will barely get off the lot and you will feel the urge to start customizing. Jeep gets in your blood. Good luck finding yours.
Damn sales duche bag...I thought they were mainly in California?? James please do a full cost breakdown of your trip please, I want to go to Sweden and/or Switzerland this year!!
You need a Rubicon! And the second jeep you looked at doesnt have a big enough lift for those tires. Any kind of flex would rip those fenders right off. Dope video though, hope you find what your looking for.
Coming from a wrangler owner.. I love mine! Make sure your used wrangler get a 2013 or newer. The Pentastar 3.6 engine is only in the 2012 and up. I think a couple weeks ago you looked at a 2011.. don't do it!! Also make sure the wrangler has the Alpine system with the factory sub. I made the mistake in my 2015 I over looked the sound system and if you don't get the alpine upgraded system its horrible.
have fun at the Geneva autoshow. I've been trying to go for the last 3 years that I've been in Germany. I would go this year but I'll be in training that would make it impossible. Maybe next year.
Hello Stradman , don't let other people get you down ! I like that your enjoy what your doing and to the haters if you don't like he's VOLGs don't watch or subscribe. Go it bothers you !
A jeep salesperson did the same thing to us and it was a 2 hour drive one-way, so of course "NO SALE" for them....I might like something else they have, I can do my own shopping
I would suggest to you that if you really want a wrangler thats lifted with big tires like that to check it does not have stock gearing because of you may get like 8 mpg if not. My buddy has a lifted jeep wrangler like that and he gets horrible gas mileage. And especially if you plan to tow something you may be in to a bitter surprise
Sorry the Wrangler's sold out. That first sales person doesn't know how to treat customers well. He wanted to play a quick one on you so maybe you would purchase another car. I wouldn't go to that place again. But it is OK because your car is waiting for you somewhere. I am excited for Switzerland!
I tripped the same time the camera dropped and it fucked up my whole world xD but on a more serious note what camera do you use? Is it the same as the camera you use for the drone?
How to overpay for a Jeep 101: Drive a lambo to the dealership
An ugly one at that!
Chris Ramsey what lambo do u have??
lol
I felt like we live in stradman's camera when he asked if we were OK lol
Lol ya that was funny
James that was child abuse.. you dropped me on my head
Let me save you all 13:00 minutes. The dealer sold the Jeep he liked. This could have been a 2:00 video. He also brought a package to the ups store.
Mike MikeMike Thank you.
Lmao it’s a vlog channel 😂
Dude you should be at 500k subs already. You produce some of the best car enthusiast content on RUclips. Plus you come across as a genuinely humble guy unlike some of the other RUclipsrs. :)
I Just bought my second Jeep wrangler on my channel.. I Love them. I am 100% satisfied!!
I had a Jeep in Hawaii. It was fun but the lack of cargo space got old real quick...especially if you have friends and they have gear too! I moved up to a Toyota Tacoma and loved it...but then I had 3 kids. So now I am on the lookout for a Tundra 4x4 for some serious elbow room. Motor Trend did a border to border (Mexico to Canada) video with a Tundra that really sold me on the capabilities of the Tundra.
Chase Smith I know. the thing is jeeps are tiny vehicles. awesome! but tiny... a truck can carry my wife, my 3 kids and all our gear "comfortably"...key word comfortably. plus a lifted jeep with a roof rack starts to get hard to park in my garage or public parking garages.
The tundra is a nice truck
"The showroom was boring, but back here in the service center..." Savage Stradman
lol
a camera gimbal would be nice when filming cars.
Dude. Coming from a Wrangler owner, I personally think you should buy something more on the stock side and then make it exactly what you want it to be. There are literally 1000's of options you can do to personalize it. Don't buy one already done up. You will feel so much more satisfied getting individual parts and making a masterpiece! And p.s; Don't get a Wrangler with rockstar wheels, everyone and their grandmother has those wheels on their jeep! Happy hunting.
Ryan
RyeinBee I just seen one on Craigslist with rockstar wheels hahaha
When I bought my jeep...Chrysler sales guy did same exact move.
I was going back and forth with him for 2 and a half days on a specific stock number on property and decided to finally buy if I
Iiked it when I got there. He knew I was coming, I arrived, waited, called him, looked everywhere...couldn't find the guy or the jeep on the lot, and got help from a manager and verified the jeep sold the night before.
I ended up buying the showroom floor model rubicon in white...only after knocking them down 5k off the sticker.
That was nov 2012, I was buying a 2013 rubicon with all options and body color package. Still have it and love it.
That salesman has ties with CNN, no doubt
Geert Matthys lmfao
Geert Matthys lmFAO holy smokes that made my day
Geert Matthys fake news
raptor 450 very fake news. ;)
You sir deserve a cookie.
You must get rid of that orange circle in your logo
Make the S in Stradman Orange instead 👍 Or Underline in orange The Stradman
This is a sign man, twice you missed the Wrangler means that you should check for something else ;) I like the way you asked us if we were OK when the camera went down :D Thanks man ! Keep doing your videos !!!
Anyone else have buzzing sound?
same buzzing noise as with Alejandros videos when he is at #RDBLA, now I think I know why, electronic pigeon scarecrow, yup. Right?
Get that Range Rover!💯
Just what I thought, too many Jeeps around there, you like to be different!
Ik
abdirocks2 yes
lmao the only thing that would break down more than his current TT
His TT isn't broken tho. lol
I just bought an 08 Rubicon and what I've learned is if you find something you like/want, you'd better be fast. Wranglers resale value is through the roof and they don't last long on the lot especially if they're at a good price.
Wranglers sell faster than Ferraris or Arby's sandwiches. I'm going to have to review one for my channel now to see what it's all about.
And I don't know why... they're not really great vehicles for daily driving and they're kinda ugly in my opinion.
right Danny? I sort of get the little Wranglers, like the girl on his channel had-- but having owned a Grand Cherokee I just don't see the point of the wrangler. It's very bare bones, so I guess that attracts some people.
ProjectWesker I agree I find them sort of basic looking. Looks much older than it is. I guess it's appeal is sort of like the MB G-Wagons.
Kal El yeah, buying used is normally smart because of the depreciation, but in the case of a Jeep Wrangler it makes absolutely no sense due to the hilariously overinflated market. How on earth is a 3 year old Wrangler with 40k miles worth almost as much as a brand new one? It's idiotic.
Looks like he's looking for the 4 door version Wrangler Unlimited. A quick search on inventory at nearby Jeep dealerships have them priced from $31k to $49k for 2017 model. They even have a couple bare bones Sport 4x4 for under 30k. I'm pretty sure if he would go to a Jeep dealership, they may have some 1-2 year old models in inventory for less.
Now he is owning an Aventador a Gallardo a C8 and 2020 supra soon a 6x6 jeep gladiator and making a barn bravo 👏
he's making progess
@@chigookafor710 now owning 2 aventadors and a veyron
@@citedrobloxandmore5186 yup
Some of those shots had a good view of our lovely "inversion"
It's not as bad as it was though
+Mitchel, you left a nose hair on my screen
Karl, this "mugs" a genious...He made me reach out and rub my screen to remove what I thought was a hair...Minus the "Hot Babes" that got me today...He wins my internet award so far...LOL...
Mitchell...I hate you, okay....You and your "hair"...That's original...Gota say, dude......
ToyManFlyer1100 LOL
James: *buys Jeep Wrangler*
(a few years later): *Modifies Jeep Wrangler into Jeep Gladiator*
No he doesn't... he trades the wrangler for a Gladiator.
I love how he talks to us as real people in the camera lolol
yeah, me too
Stradman:owns a Gallardo
Me: Has to travel to a different country just to see a supercar.
yeah...
Also, why does the White Board say Junk Yard? My buds and I have spent the winter browsing ones here in AZ. Its a lot of fun.
Amazing choice going with a wrangler! I love the Jeep life.
they didnt remove the actual porshe emblem for weight. they did it for aerodynamics
The white was amazing buy it in white man
Stradman why not a Tacoma truck ? Listen to this .. Toyota has reliability behind its name and RESALE VALUE you can get a off road version like 40k and you cAn build the truck another thing for content think about it you could put a topper on the back get an older model and you can find s supercharger for it if you worried about speed and who knows sponsors for the build maybe ?
Mark Campbell Ikr
Jeeps looks better though ( my opinion of course. An opinion that's shared by many though. )
BUT it is more versatile.
TheAwsomeKilaShow Each to his own opinion but hey not all Toyotas look bad :)
You can get a low mileage gen2 trd off road for that. It'll tow more, rides better, and will hold value while being reliable. It's also much more refined than the Wrangler.
I love jeeps, especially the wrangler theyre so manly and raw and theyre very good on and off road and theyre very popular in america and out and theyre really nice looking and really good with modifications
yes ff should be the replacement! they're so unique hoping to own an ff one day
what's the goal with the Jeep? just for looks and fun or are you planning to wheel it?
With what he said at 8:47 in the video, I think that answers whether or not he intends to wheel it...
JeepCollector91 haha touché.
$30,000 for a Jeep? I would never pay that much for any Jeep.
You could get a nice '91-'95 4.0L YJ for under $5000 and build it into one heck of a capable vehicle for another $10,000. Or just get a 2003-2006 Jeep TJ Rubicon.
JK's are nice and very capable off-roaders but the YJ and TJ are so much easier to work on and so much cheaper to maintain and repair.
You answered your own question, he got you to drive there to try to sell you another one. Hope you called him a suitably harsh name.
Why the dislikes?
Dead content
if there is no exhaust farting noises...... retards dislike it.......also they thought it was a VV video xD
If it was a VV video it would have more like 1,600 dislikes .
Probably because he is buying a jeep.
Harry Baker because he is test driving 1 million cars When he obviously doesn't even want ro buy one.
This Maserati on 4:35
Is perfect
At 10:55 is stradman going to Brazil? It says on whiteboard
A daytrip to CERN might be an interesting bit of content while you're in Geneva. There's also the chance for a daytrip to Montreux and Lucerne and Lausanne.
Alien OrSutin Can you drive your Lambo through the LHC? Otherwise, i don't see the point of going there.. ;)
With enough downforce you could drive around it upside down :)
My father worked at a Honda plant for many years. We were talking about the NSX over a few beers and he was telling me just how cheaply the NSX was made. Most of the parts for the interior are pulled from Honda Pilots and the Honda Odyssey. The seats are actually made on the same LINE as the Honda Pilot then stitched up in a different fabric. Too cheaply made for me to spend 100k+.
What is that box thing on top of his car
that 918 isnt the only one in the world with that color. i saw one in CT. it has the salzburg livery, if u look closely at the headlight and door u can see the lines.
James R. Weber Ok,
My idea (are cheep) of an off road vehicle. Get two VW pickup bodies (one single cab, other double cab). Replace the small bed on the dbl cab with the long bed from the single cab. Add a modified Dodge Ram 3500 4WD (dualies) frame so engine, trans and transfer case is mounted behind the dbl cab (in treasure chest). Replace VW engine with a generator and compressor (combo?). Add hidden lift bed (lays flat), hidden 2K lb crane (auto raise) and other details. ;-)
2020 he owns a bugatti
Stradman, if you plan on keeping the gallardo you should at least do 2 of these things-
black rims, some type of aftermarket front bumper, a spoiler, exhaust or get rid of the ski box (;
What's up with the LA/Brazil on the whiteboard? Just curious
That's a dank hoodie, where did you get it/ what brand is it?
You'll be in Geneva for ten days ? Will you stay at the Autoshow the entire time ? Because it'd be really cool to meet you there !
6:30
-car shopping (jeep)
-junk yard (audi parts ?)
-platinum run rally ????
-LA/Brasil (road trip ??)
It has a fridge in it and the back seats have massages. It is so luxury
Some rather cool cars in that service area!!!
If you plan on doing some fun light trails look into a Jeep Rubicon for suspension articulation. The resale are also better. It's not a Mercedes G wagon with portal axels. Still you'll enjoy the Rubicon. Look into why it's different then a wrangler before you make that purchase. Also I enjoy your videos You rock!
I just got my first jeep. Which is actually my first vehical haha. Im so exited!!! Great videos Stradman
Please do a video on what recording gear you use and how you film. Love the channel.
What a shame man, im going to geneva too for the carshow (im from the netherlands) for 3 days but you are going earlier (press days i guess?). Wouldve been a good opportunity to meet you.
Bleddy Nero f12 Socalled owner Cheaped out on Paint Protection & only had the Frontal part of the Huge Plastic Bumper Cover & Hood applied with that Clear plastic Wrap garbage. at 5:09minutes.
Silverstone or Grigio Alloy or Grigio Silverstone or Titanium FF at 5:13minutes. You pick the Four Silver Hue's Gallaman.
Hey not sure if you already bought your wrangler but the 2018 JL WRANGLER is coming out in October I would recommend waiting for the new generation.
every Wrangler is a starter Wrangler. you will barely get off the lot and you will feel the urge to start customizing. Jeep gets in your blood. Good luck finding yours.
What jacket is here wearing before looking at the jeep
Damn sales duche bag...I thought they were mainly in California??
James please do a full cost breakdown of your trip please, I want to go to Sweden and/or Switzerland this year!!
The drone footage is stunning man! Keep it up
Have you looked at any 4Runners? I think you'd really like them
You need a Rubicon! And the second jeep you looked at doesnt have a big enough lift for those tires. Any kind of flex would rip those fenders right off. Dope video though, hope you find what your looking for.
Damn I need to move back to Utah.... lived there briefly in the 90s, it was driving paradise.
Coming from a wrangler owner.. I love mine! Make sure your used wrangler get a 2013 or newer. The Pentastar 3.6 engine is only in the 2012 and up. I think a couple weeks ago you looked at a 2011.. don't do it!!
Also make sure the wrangler has the Alpine system with the factory sub. I made the mistake in my 2015 I over looked the sound system and if you don't get the alpine upgraded system its horrible.
don't worry about missing out on the white JK, you didn't want those Rock Stars...these wheels just scream, " mall crawler noob poser"
Anyone else hear the 7.3L powerstroke start up when he was talking about the Maserati?
i love arby's. in san diego, they're closing down. there used to be around 8; now there's like 3 left.
have fun at the Geneva autoshow. I've been trying to go for the last 3 years that I've been in Germany. I would go this year but I'll be in training that would make it impossible. Maybe next year.
What part of Florida are you going to be in??
I love that you pulled to Arby's in a Lamborghini
Loving the drone intro!
Buy a stock one and modify it yourself. Then you can vlog yourself picking/buying new parts for it and show people as you go along.
You should totally get an ff, it meets your needs for a winter supercar
Wells Auto Warrenton Va. They are a custom Jeep dealer. Take a look at their website.....great deals!
Hello Stradman , don't let other people get you down ! I like that your enjoy what your doing and to the haters if you don't like he's VOLGs don't watch or subscribe. Go it bothers you !
I like the personal vlogs. You should get a PO BOX for fan mail
What do you think about the Veneno recall?
I think that fall broke my leg. Ahh! My leg!
Man that was messed up, I really want you to buy a wrangler and maybe do some custom work on it!
A jeep salesperson did the same thing to us and it was a 2 hour drive one-way, so of course "NO SALE" for them....I might like something else they have, I can do my own shopping
I'm fine, but please be careful next time and try not to drop us !!
That was funny😂
lol
Making good use of the MAVIC I see
what was that front bumper on the white jeep?
have you thought about a Cherokee trail hawk?
Love that white jeep!!
James, the drone footage looks super sharp! 👍🏻
Can we all just appreciate the more frequent uploads
I would suggest to you that if you really want a wrangler thats lifted with big tires like that to check it does not have stock gearing because of you may get like 8 mpg if not. My buddy has a lifted jeep wrangler like that and he gets horrible gas mileage. And especially if you plan to tow something you may be in to a bitter surprise
Did the Raptor sell or has the price dropped?
The last 2 wranglers were not meant for you. But the right one will be coming around the corner soon enough.
Is the plan to wrap it as well?
hey.. Y. you haven't looked into the Toyota 4runner sr5 TRD ??
Check to see if Turkish airlines still does the guided tours. They were free a couple years ago including lunch.
What place is that in the beginning?
what's the car at 2:17 the one he points out the red one
Ah man, that sucks! I can't believe the dealer would do that!
ah crap and it happened again?! Man you luck sucks lol
Forget the Jeep just wait until that 812 Superfast comes out and get one of those 😉
Sorry the Wrangler's sold out. That first sales person doesn't know how to treat customers well. He wanted to play a quick one on you so maybe you would purchase another car. I wouldn't go to that place again. But it is OK because your car is waiting for you somewhere. I am excited for Switzerland!
Why not just wait until next year when the new one comes out?
I tripped the same time the camera dropped and it fucked up my whole world xD
but on a more serious note what camera do you use? Is it the same as the camera you use for the drone?
how much did the plane ticket cost u to geneva?