It is refreshing to hear someone discuss their triumphs and failures in the same breath. That kind of honestly is almost all but gone and lot of the positive sounding marketing buzz phrases. Kudos to you for being - just you. Well done!!!!!
Drive-by George here. Driving this car for the outside shots in this film was the stuff dreams are made of. I can confirm it's as good, nay better, than you hope it will be. Driving that car, in that weather, in my favourite bit of Scotland... Err... I mean Hertfordshire has been a defining moment in my car life. Thank you James.
Congratulations James! From 77 lazy French horses to 730 spritely Italian ones, and a channel that's going from strength to strength... keep sharing the joy!
It's actually incredibly bad, as proven by JP Performance. That dude has an incredible collection of cars, owns a tuning company and he's racing cars almost daily. If he says the F12's handling is "unbelievably bad" and "so bad it's dangerous" I believe him. He owns one now and is making changes to it in order to get it to handle properly.
you mean the guy who got caught driving like 200km/h through the city in Germany? guy comes across as a glorified man child with a surplus of money who manages to swindle his way with both the law and TÜV regulations. no offense, the only people I've ever met who take his word are delusional german teenagers driving beat up bmw 318i with an M badge @@barbarusbloodshed6347
Just superb to see how you're doing recently my man. I can attest to how much you deserve your success because of how much a top bloke you are, here's to the future :)
Kudos to you James and you totally deserve what you’ve worked so hard for. Your success is not a fluke, it’s the result of good work and a great product. You’re a breath of fresh air on RUclips. Long May this last!
It takes a certain level of grit to look at one’s own “failures“ in such great detail. Let alone to write a story about them and place it on the Video website. Respect. 100% respect. Only with reflection the night management of our failures can we go onto our successes. But it hurts to look inwards doesn’t it? Please do enjoy this car. You’ve earned it the hard way!
It was both fascinating and inspiring to hear your backstory, first time I’ve watched a Ferrari video where the Ferrari itself wasn’t the most interesting part. Great work.
Thank you James for your transparency in telling us your trials and tribulations. I believe it’s vital for everyone to understand that not giving up on your dreams can take you farther than you’ll ever expect. The first few years are lingering but eventually it will pick up if you just stick to it. I’m genuinely happy for your success. Cheers!
The man deserves all this current success a, grafter and has a real passion for this. Never knew all this about him before and was guilty of a couple of silly comments in the past. Always thought he was a privelaged bored rich kid. Subscribed ages ago. The film making knowledge and love for cars goes hand in hand to provide great content.
well deserved, congrats!!! Same happened to me. I watched the F430 top gear episode where Jezza reviews the red Berlinetta and the silver spider. I must have watched it 100 times between 2005 and 2020. In 2020, in the midst of Covid, I bought my F430...
My goodness, what an amazing story James, I am so happy you are being blessed and that your dreams are becoming a reality. I clicked on the thumbnail of your 1000th video and I was moved and Inspired by your life’s path. Funny how I just turned 30 and I too have bought my dream car, a 2001 s2000 and I just can’t believe how life turns out even better than we imagine. I have driven this car from Colorado in America, all over Mexico. I have taking my mother on Holiday drives and It’s been amazing and better than I have hoped for. Driving your dream car in a lovely road makes one appreciate every single blessing we persue and receive. Stay awesome and thanks for sharing your prancing horse and words with us all.
Jay,,I hope you read this.I'm a 55 year old man from Montreal, Canada. I recently retired with full pension from a job I didn't particularly like but it allowed me to persue my real passion, singing and DJ'ing. I'm still doing both and it's been about 30 years I've been at it. It allowed me to buy 4 of my "supercars" over the years,,A Toyota MR2 MK 1. I now have a '89 Supercharged model and I couldn't be more happy. You've had quite the life up until now I must say but you've survived and prospered. Kudos to you! You didn't have to share all of that with us but you did and it has given me the kick in the pants to go out there and actually do more in regards to getting more jobs in the music scene(I've been a bit lazy and just doing my "regular" gigs). I've been watching your posts for years but never subscribed but after hearing your inspiring story you have a new subscriber!! Cheers!
6:16 you have no idea how much you've made my day, if you can do it, so will I! Whatever you do, have dedication & direction and things will tend to sort itself out. I'm so happy for you bruv. Peace & blessings from here on.
yeah.. a Ferrari V12 will always be something to rejoice but.. flappy paddles and 'the stuff of dreams' .. 🙄.. neeah..only if you are an ignorant and basically know nothing about driving and/or cars. edit. from someone who manage to give "a big one"(once) to someone else's 599; like I have said, flappy paddles sux big time!
My favorite T.G. episode is definitely the one on the F12! Ive watched it at least 10 times. You Sir now own that car and get to enjoy it on that same road. My hat is off to you Sir! Congratulations!
Beautiful video in every way - the car, location, editing but most of all the message of tenacity and not giving up. 1,000 videos and 200k subscribers is an incredible achievement. Huge respect and thanks for what you’ve created. Colin
One of your very best videos, James. The location, cinematography, interludes, variety of shots and … oh! … that wondrous V12. Really interesting to hear more of your back story and congratulations for your sheer perseverance and getting this far. Looking forward to more insights into your Ferrari collection.
Your success is well deserved James, hope it continues for you. That colour combo is proper 1980s Ferrari, must have been specced from new by someone like my old man who did the classic Rosso Corsa paint, Crema/Magnolia Leather, Black dash and red carpets!!
I remember watching this episode on tv five or six years back, on that day I fell in love with this car f12 . The videography ,Jeremy Clarkson , the place and the f12 gave me a dream of driving this car one day in my life
The irony of the opening is that your proper place is in front of the camera James. You’re a great communicator and an entertaining presenter. Your passion and transparency is engaging. If I end up buying a Ferrari I will hold you personally responsible!
Context of one’s journey is such an important thing - it’s very easy to assume and judge and hope that your story gives everyone some inspiration to keep working towards their dreams, to pivot and adapt and keep marching. Oh and amazing car ! Congrats
Massive Congratulations! Truly inspiring circumstances. Jeremy's bit on the F12 is what turned me onto Ferrari. Equal parts beauty and ferocity! I'll have one someday. Hopefully not too long from now.
Brilliant looking and sounding car 😍 and perfect location to take it for a spin 👌🏻 In regards to the settings it’s funny really that the general reaction to driving settings is it must be in the fastest mode incase you miss out on some minute performance gain, but yet its a supercar it’s never going to have an actual “slow” mode it’s always going to be ballistic in all of the settings 😂 quiet mode is the setting to turn off 😉
The number plate on the F12 in Clarkson's film is F12 FNE.. Yours is F12 TOO. A tribute perhaps? This is a wonderfully made film. Your candid honesty is refreshing. Your love of cars shines through and man, the enjoyment of that drive is felt all the way across the pond here in the southeastern US. Thank you for sharing and taking us along for the ride! Congratulations on your F12!
This was a BRILLIANT episode, James. Not because of the car, or the venue, but simply because it was expression of passion. Which is why we all love cars. Thankyou.
I appreciate the background on your career in filmmaking leading up to the creation of your channel. It now makes sense why your videos are of such high quality. However I would have guessed you were a screen writer because your narration is exceptional. It really sets you apart from other automotive RUclipsrs. Congratulations on your success and keep it coming!
Really, really glad that the channel is thriving. It's well deserved. The quality of what you produce has long been high, and has continued to get higher, becoming perhaps my most watched car channel. That is no small matter to me, since it's probably my no.1 subject matter for watching on RUclips, and amongst the various such channels I watch are those of Harry Metcalfe and Iain Tyrrell: in other words, you're more than holding your own with some very experienced and highly respected company. Long may you continue!
Not even finished watching this film yet but just wanted to congratulate you on your success. The story at the beginning was both interesting and testimonial to having to take risks and push yourself to the limit in order to achieve in life. Genuinely inspired by it!
Jay two of the most important human attributes are passion and gratitude and you nailed both here. And I suspect this is what Ferrari initially hoped his creations would elicit. Refreshing to see someone achieve a Ferrari through giving to others. Always appreciate your perspective. Clarkson (haven’t watched him in years) could take a few lessons from you IMO.
First of all CAN SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT THESE ROADS ARE CALLED PLEASE ! Thanks for sharing your story, it made me love this channel even more. So glad you made your dreams come true its inspirational 👌
Loved the comment about sharing the car with others, I am a new Ferrari owner, 2010 California, and was with the club on Sunday in Ludlow. We stopped for a walk around a farm shop, and then a pint (1/2 really). Came out to leave, and a young family was taking pictures of the car. I told them to wait, and asked them to record the car starting up. They were really happy and that's probably the best part of owning it.
I've always found you to be rather humble sir. Your videos are always very well produced. Hearing that you worked in cinema for several years. It shows in your videos. Keep up the good works.
The car is in a class of its own, and your evident appreciation of it makes for a truly enjoyable shared experience. As for the quality of the video production, those years in the film industry are paying dividends. Thanks for having us all along for the ride
Listened to your words......to and from the heart. At 73, raced for 25 years and owned 130+ cars, I have a 2005 XK8 conv and a BMW 328 X drive/6sp and finally have the right pairing. The Jaguar is stunning in all ways and I love my GROWLYR...what a dream come true
I remember when I watched Clarkson's piece on Top Gear vividly. I was 9 years old at the time and loved it. The F12 is still my favorite modern V12 Ferrari and it has aged beautifully! Hope to drive or even own one one day. Congrats on the car, brilliant spec!
James I can't think of a RUclipsr who deserves it more. You put in so much work. Your stato like knowledge is second to none. Having been lucky enough to do a video with you I know you are one of the few genuine people in this crazy world...what a car. And what an achievement.
Congratulations on your F12! I felt the same way about that Top Gear film and what a tribute you've made This is definitely your greatest work and it was a pleasure to watch
Best thing about this channel is that you reasonably well know what different cars are made for, and judge them as such. It infuriates me when reviewers dont, and sadly, most big ones do not, it seems. Saying this is a *super Gt* is exactly right. Not kind of right. Not sort of right. But exactly right. Respect.
Didn't come across as pretentious at all. Loved this one. The extra cinematics as a viewer was absolutely worth your editing cost for doing it. I turned on the hifi. What I took from this was to remind me that if you have a destination, to remember there are multiple ways to get there. If the road you're on is filled with grandma's and roadworks, find and persue an alternate route.
I'm glad Jay has this wonderful Ferreri, I'll never have one, even if I did get the money together, I could not afford to run it or maintain it. He can live the dream for me, he shares the experience that well.
Man when that song started playing "Man on Mars" tied with those amazing shots after your honest and inspiring story, it moved something in me. Brother you're out there almost making a grown man cry. Congratulations and thank you for sharing!!
Congratulations James on a splendid achievement, love the F12. I hope that you’ve bought the number plate as well. The location for this video and amazing background shots were simply wonderful. 1000 videos made so far on your channel. That is a truly impressive feat in a rather short period of time. Oh those early Lotus days seem like yesterday.
Thanks Jay for sharing your back story with us. It's great to see your success and the pleasure you get in sharing your love of cars with the rest of us..200,000 car lovers. Like you, I get a lot of pleasure out of sharing my car with others and whenever a young person admires my 575M, I invite them to sit behind the wheel. So please keep sharing more of the 550, Scuderia and F12 journeys with us.
Shit James, you got me all dewey-eyed! I think this is your best offering yet. Magnificent and worthy tribute to Ye Olde Top Gear, Saint Clarkson the Irascible, the glorious F12 and of course fabulous Scotland the Moody - sorry, I mean Hertfordshire the Hilly. If this doesn't get a million views, then I'll eat my hat. Now where have I heard that expression before? Thank you, thank you, thank you 🤗
A spectacular production, ranging from wonderful wide angle shots to close-ups and detail, capturing the very essence of the F12 driving experience on the open road. Few other RUclipsrs are managing this level of content. But more importantly, sharing your personal journey through life and what these cars, and the channel, mean to you. It's been a very great pleasure all the way for us subscribers and I have been lucky enough to play a tiny little part in the history, delivering my FK2 Civic Type R for review. Your observations still make me chuckle. Twas a grand day out for me, so thank you. There's something else in the pipeline that could come in your direction, but it's not quite ready yet (yes, I know, petrolheads ALWAYS have something in the pipeline).
I show your videos frequently to my buddy’s here in Knoxville,Tennessee USA 🇺🇸 LOVE them! You would he surprised of the fabulous cars we have in my home town. (Your Witt and Humor match the cars!) Actually many times steal the show! I understand your ups & downs for I am a singer/songwriter/guitarist. A dangerous job! Lol So keep up the great work!
Brilliant! AHH, the beautiful roads of "Hertfordshire" 😂 Great video James! Love the emotion in your story, the artistic elements in the edit and the humour! Pride, nostalgia, inspiration, laughter all in one video?! Nice job!
Love your work, passion, and generosity to share the joys of driving cars most will never be able to experience. Respect for your guts and determination in following your dream
You know what mate, I and am sure many other men have a similar story, I went from homeless to sticking with hard work, to getting to an F-type SVR. Can't quite believe it when looking back. Tough life, and bloody earnt that car. I hate it when ppl say I'm lucky. I'm not. It was sheer blood sweat tears and never giving up. Well done Jay. Love all your videos, and have a great deal of respect for you. For what it's worth, I have more hours watching you than top gear pal. You earnt that ferrari and its gorgeous. Well done....bloody well done. Keep the quality up, your channel is awesome. Just don't take it for granted mate...stay as grounded as you are now.
I'm glad to hear your story worked out too. Unfortunately people on the internet are willing to believe you have nice things for almost any reason other than you worked for them! I'm lucky and I would have not likely ever been homeless, however the things I have now were never a guarantee
One of those genuinely heartwarming and inspirational success stories. I wouldn't worry about sounding preachy, good sir - you've absolutely deserved every good thing coming your way. I'd also like to thank you for producing this sort of content. The passion is tangible with every video, and a hundred times here. May you continue to enjoy what you love doing, and may you enjoy your F12 for a long time to come.
Fantastic video Jay, I too remember the emotive feeling from watching Clarkson do his peice about this car, you captured the complete essence of that and did your own perfect tribute to all aspects of what is essencial in creating such a video, the car, location, framing etc. I would rate this as your best video to date. and that car ( biting fist OMG) WOW.
I remember when I was in middle school there was an orange Aventador, which had just come out, and a green Gallardo parked next to each other in the school parking lot. A bunch of my classmates were talking about it in first period and to this day I still have not forgotten that. I would one day want to be that guy that inspires the next generations to dream big just like you do.
Epic man. They say the best days of having a Ferrari are the day you buy it and the day you sell it…except for that epic road trip in the meantime. Utterly sensational. Killer car. Fab review
Loved hearing your story. Thank you for sharing cars the way you do. It gives those of us that could never attain them a great appreciation for what it's like to experience them.
That was utterly splendid. A fascinating story, wrapped up in a superb piece of filmmaking. I was pleased to hear you say you're thirty per cent Clarkson wannabe, because Jezza can't go on forever, and although I'm sure I can't have watched many more than a tenth of your thousand videos, that's been enough to convince me that you're the man to carry the torch on for a global audience of car lovers. I hope to keep watching for a long, long time. Thanks.
Amazing piece of storytelling. Really surreal. I have that F12 topgear film permanently edged to my memory bank. I was 16 years old when it came out and it’s been one of my favourite pieces of automotive film. The music, the cinematography, jezza’s funny metaphors. So happy for you. Being able to pick up the pieces again and again. Renew yourself. Reinvent yourself. I’m personally stuck in a bit of a rut myself, but I know that the sun must set to rise. I wish you many happy miles. Do all that you can while you still can 👍🏾 Godspeed
Don’t worry J. It’s good you rose above the hard times. And there is nothing wrong with wanting to jump for joy when you achieve something you’ve always wanted. Good on yer.
It is refreshing to hear someone discuss their triumphs and failures in the same breath. That kind of honestly is almost all but gone and lot of the positive sounding marketing buzz phrases. Kudos to you for being - just you. Well done!!!!!
Drive-by George here. Driving this car for the outside shots in this film was the stuff dreams are made of. I can confirm it's as good, nay better, than you hope it will be. Driving that car, in that weather, in my favourite bit of Scotland... Err... I mean Hertfordshire has been a defining moment in my car life. Thank you James.
It's a tough job George, but somebody has got to do it!
Drive by george, sounds like a character from the Italian job😂😎
George the selfless
Scotland 40 miles outside London - who knew? Well done on the drive bys George. CT
@Teamgeist in the summer the brown heather flowers and goes full on Purple.
Congratulations James! From 77 lazy French horses to 730 spritely Italian ones, and a channel that's going from strength to strength... keep sharing the joy!
That is the plan!
@@JayEmmOnCars 40 miles from Aberdeen I reckon James !
Still the best Ferrari, very very jealous
based
It's actually incredibly bad, as proven by JP Performance.
That dude has an incredible collection of cars, owns a tuning company and he's racing cars almost daily.
If he says the F12's handling is "unbelievably bad" and "so bad it's dangerous" I believe him.
He owns one now and is making changes to it in order to get it to handle properly.
@@barbarusbloodshed6347 ok
you mean the guy who got caught driving like 200km/h through the city in Germany? guy comes across as a glorified man child with a surplus of money who manages to swindle his way with both the law and TÜV regulations. no offense, the only people I've ever met who take his word are delusional german teenagers driving beat up bmw 318i with an M badge @@barbarusbloodshed6347
@@barbarusbloodshed6347no
Thank you for the introduction brother, inspirational 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦
Just superb to see how you're doing recently my man. I can attest to how much you deserve your success because of how much a top bloke you are, here's to the future :)
Fellow Ferrari owner and couldn’t be more happy for you and how far you’ve come. Keep up the good work and keep the passion high.
Kudos to you James and you totally deserve what you’ve worked so hard for. Your success is not a fluke, it’s the result of good work and a great product. You’re a breath of fresh air on RUclips. Long May this last!
That was a superbly put together film, especially when done in the essence of TG or GT but without the crew and budget. Great work.
It takes a certain level of grit to look at one’s own “failures“ in such great detail. Let alone to write a story about them and place it on the Video website. Respect. 100% respect. Only with reflection the night management of our failures can we go onto our successes. But it hurts to look inwards doesn’t it?
Please do enjoy this car. You’ve earned it the hard way!
It was both fascinating and inspiring to hear your backstory, first time I’ve watched a Ferrari video where the Ferrari itself wasn’t the most interesting part. Great work.
Hi Bob, This is Bib....and I agree...fascinating story....
Yes the back story was great to hear, thanks James
Already one of my favourite postings of yours. Great to see you realizing one of your dreams James. Well done son! Keep pushing onwards and upwards. 👍
Thank you! Will do!
7:50-9:24 this is god tier video production! The build up and the piece itself are absolutely spectacular!
because its from top gear
@@conrad9race1 well, the first 15 seconds are. The rest is James.
Jay, what a lovely intro. So happy for you, mate!
You deserve all the success you've worked hard for. Keep on living the dream :)
Thank you James for your transparency in telling us your trials and tribulations. I believe it’s vital for everyone to understand that not giving up on your dreams can take you farther than you’ll ever expect. The first few years are lingering but eventually it will pick up if you just stick to it. I’m genuinely happy for your success. Cheers!
The man deserves all this current success a, grafter and has a real passion for this. Never knew all this about him before and was guilty of a couple of silly comments in the past. Always thought he was a privelaged bored rich kid. Subscribed ages ago. The film making knowledge and love for cars goes hand in hand to provide great content.
Deeply humbling. Well deserved success. Your channel is brilliant and lifts me with each video. More power to you. Tito
well deserved, congrats!!! Same happened to me. I watched the F430 top gear episode where Jezza reviews the red Berlinetta and the silver spider. I must have watched it 100 times between 2005 and 2020. In 2020, in the midst of Covid, I bought my F430...
My goodness, what an amazing story James, I am so happy you are being blessed and that your dreams are becoming a reality.
I clicked on the thumbnail of your 1000th video and I was moved and Inspired by your life’s path. Funny how I just turned 30 and I too have bought my dream car, a 2001 s2000 and I just can’t believe how life turns out even better than we imagine. I have driven this car from Colorado in America, all over Mexico. I have taking my mother on Holiday drives and It’s been amazing and better than I have hoped for. Driving your dream car in a lovely road makes one appreciate every single blessing we persue and receive. Stay awesome and thanks for sharing your prancing horse and words with us all.
Jay,,I hope you read this.I'm a 55 year old man from Montreal, Canada. I recently retired with full pension from a job I didn't particularly like but it allowed me to persue my real passion, singing and DJ'ing. I'm still doing both and it's been about 30 years I've been at it. It allowed me to buy 4 of my "supercars" over the years,,A Toyota MR2 MK 1. I now have a '89 Supercharged model and I couldn't be more happy. You've had quite the life up until now I must say but you've survived and prospered. Kudos to you! You didn't have to share all of that with us but you did and it has given me the kick in the pants to go out there and actually do more in regards to getting more jobs in the music scene(I've been a bit lazy and just doing my "regular" gigs). I've been watching your posts for years but never subscribed but after hearing your inspiring story you have a new subscriber!! Cheers!
6:16 you have no idea how much you've made my day, if you can do it, so will I! Whatever you do, have dedication & direction and things will tend to sort itself out. I'm so happy for you bruv.
Peace & blessings from here on.
Congratulations sir, happy to see you happy.
And this exact car is one of my dream collection
I sometimes wonder, “How can James improve his collection?” And then you pull this out of the bag. I absolutely love your collection I’ll be honest.
Thanks Ethan
yeah.. a Ferrari V12 will always be something to rejoice but.. flappy paddles and 'the stuff of dreams' .. 🙄.. neeah..only if you are an ignorant and basically know nothing about driving and/or cars.
edit. from someone who manage to give "a big one"(once) to someone else's 599; like I have said, flappy paddles sux big time!
Is the scud gone?
@@gabethomas8123 Dont think so, he said this is ferrari nr.3 in the video wich strongly suggests the scud is still there
@@JayEmmOnCars James, what's your IMDB page?
My favorite T.G. episode is definitely the one on the F12! Ive watched it at least 10 times. You Sir now own that car and get to enjoy it on that same road. My hat is off to you Sir! Congratulations!
Beautiful video in every way - the car, location, editing but most of all the message of tenacity and not giving up. 1,000 videos and 200k subscribers is an incredible achievement. Huge respect and thanks for what you’ve created. Colin
One of your very best videos, James. The location, cinematography, interludes, variety of shots and … oh! … that wondrous V12. Really interesting to hear more of your back story and congratulations for your sheer perseverance and getting this far. Looking forward to more insights into your Ferrari collection.
Your success is well deserved James, hope it continues for you. That colour combo is proper 1980s Ferrari, must have been specced from new by someone like my old man who did the classic Rosso Corsa paint, Crema/Magnolia Leather, Black dash and red carpets!!
I remember watching this episode on tv five or six years back, on that day I fell in love with this car f12 . The videography ,Jeremy Clarkson , the place and the f12 gave me a dream of driving this car one day in my life
The F12 is my favorite modern front engine Ferrari. Absolutely gorgeous. And thanks for a wonderful story. It's very encouraging.
Thanks for watching!
The irony of the opening is that your proper place is in front of the camera James. You’re a great communicator and an entertaining presenter. Your passion and transparency is engaging. If I end up buying a Ferrari I will hold you personally responsible!
I'll have to live with that guilt :)
Absolute legend. No shame in saying lost it all and came back stronger. You deserve all the success !
What doesn't kill you makes you stronger.
Brilliant, huge congratulations!
Context of one’s journey is such an important thing - it’s very easy to assume and judge and hope that your story gives everyone some inspiration to keep working towards their dreams, to pivot and adapt and keep marching.
Oh and amazing car ! Congrats
Thankyou!
A friend sent me this link and told me I’d enjoy your story of getting into RUclips. He was right! Awesome story…awesome channel! Congratulations!!!
Massive Congratulations! Truly inspiring circumstances. Jeremy's bit on the F12 is what turned me onto Ferrari. Equal parts beauty and ferocity! I'll have one someday. Hopefully not too long from now.
Good luck Arthur, the search is the best bit
Lord's Willing same here!
i have no other words except for well done
Thankyou
Brilliant looking and sounding car 😍 and perfect location to take it for a spin 👌🏻
In regards to the settings it’s funny really that the general reaction to driving settings is it must be in the fastest mode incase you miss out on some minute performance gain, but yet its a supercar it’s never going to have an actual “slow” mode it’s always going to be ballistic in all of the settings 😂 quiet mode is the setting to turn off 😉
The number plate on the F12 in Clarkson's film is F12 FNE.. Yours is F12 TOO. A tribute perhaps?
This is a wonderfully made film. Your candid honesty is refreshing. Your love of cars shines through and man, the enjoyment of that drive is felt all the way across the pond here in the southeastern US. Thank you for sharing and taking us along for the ride! Congratulations on your F12!
This was a BRILLIANT episode, James. Not because of the car, or the venue, but simply because it was expression of passion. Which is why we all love cars. Thankyou.
Glad you enjoyed it David, thanks for watching
Love the story and all in tears, first time ever the Ferrari is not the focus of the video but the story behind it, great work and happy for you !
Absolutely love your honest appraisals and the variety of cars that you feature. Keep up the excellent content, it’s so enjoyable to watch.
It seems like only months ago when you unveiled your 550! Since then there’s been the Scud and now an F12 Too! Well done!
Thankyou!
I appreciate the background on your career in filmmaking leading up to the creation of your channel. It now makes sense why your videos are of such high quality. However I would have guessed you were a screen writer because your narration is exceptional. It really sets you apart from other automotive RUclipsrs. Congratulations on your success and keep it coming!
Thank you for your honest story about your career changes and making those brave leaps! Congratulations on F12berlinetta!
Really, really glad that the channel is thriving. It's well deserved. The quality of what you produce has long been high, and has continued to get higher, becoming perhaps my most watched car channel. That is no small matter to me, since it's probably my no.1 subject matter for watching on RUclips, and amongst the various such channels I watch are those of Harry Metcalfe and Iain Tyrrell: in other words, you're more than holding your own with some very experienced and highly respected company. Long may you continue!
Not even finished watching this film yet but just wanted to congratulate you on your success. The story at the beginning was both interesting and testimonial to having to take risks and push yourself to the limit in order to achieve in life. Genuinely inspired by it!
Jay two of the most important human attributes are passion and gratitude and you nailed both here. And I suspect this is what Ferrari initially hoped his creations would elicit. Refreshing to see someone achieve a Ferrari through giving to others. Always appreciate your perspective. Clarkson (haven’t watched him in years) could take a few lessons from you IMO.
Very well said!! (specially the part about Clarkson humbleness...)
I thought the two most important attributes were to be stunning and brave?
Clarkson is who he is and I hope he never changes, especially for snowflakes like you.
First of all CAN SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT THESE ROADS ARE CALLED PLEASE ! Thanks for sharing your story, it made me love this channel even more. So glad you made your dreams come true its inspirational 👌
J, I love you man, you brought a lot of life back in my veins with this masterpiece of a video. Thank you.
Thanks!
Loved the comment about sharing the car with others, I am a new Ferrari owner, 2010 California, and was with the club on Sunday in Ludlow. We stopped for a walk around a farm shop, and then a pint (1/2 really). Came out to leave, and a young family was taking pictures of the car. I told them to wait, and asked them to record the car starting up. They were really happy and that's probably the best part of owning it.
Fascinating backstory, and congrats on your success 👍 Attaining an F12 is indeed the stuff of dreams
I've always found you to be rather humble sir. Your videos are always very well produced. Hearing that you worked in cinema for several years. It shows in your videos. Keep up the good works.
All I can say James is thank you for having perservierd with RUclips and not giving up its always a joy watching your stuff lovely car👍
Congrats, James. You've earned every bit of success you've achieved. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us along the way.
Watching you enjoy the car brings cheer to people! Thanks for sharing
Exactly that
That's the best bit about cars, sharing them
Great video and art really. Video and car. And message.
First car I like the sound with more than the V6 F type.....thank you back.
The car is in a class of its own, and your evident appreciation of it makes for a truly enjoyable shared experience. As for the quality of the video production, those years in the film industry are paying dividends. Thanks for having us all along for the ride
Thanks for the inspiration Jay
This and the 458 really are the best of modern Ferraris money can buy. Congrats my man!
Listened to your words......to and from the heart. At 73, raced for 25 years and owned 130+ cars, I have a 2005 XK8 conv and a BMW 328 X drive/6sp and finally have the right pairing. The Jaguar is stunning in all ways and I love my GROWLYR...what a dream come true
I remember when I watched Clarkson's piece on Top Gear vividly. I was 9 years old at the time and loved it. The F12 is still my favorite modern V12 Ferrari and it has aged beautifully! Hope to drive or even own one one day.
Congrats on the car, brilliant spec!
James I can't think of a RUclipsr who deserves it more. You put in so much work. Your stato like knowledge is second to none. Having been lucky enough to do a video with you I know you are one of the few genuine people in this crazy world...what a car. And what an achievement.
Congratulations on your F12!
I felt the same way about that Top Gear film and what a tribute you've made
This is definitely your greatest work and it was a pleasure to watch
Best thing about this channel is that you reasonably well know what different cars are made for, and judge them as such. It infuriates me when reviewers dont, and sadly, most big ones do not, it seems. Saying this is a *super Gt* is exactly right. Not kind of right. Not sort of right. But exactly right. Respect.
Didn't come across as pretentious at all. Loved this one. The extra cinematics as a viewer was absolutely worth your editing cost for doing it. I turned on the hifi. What I took from this was to remind me that if you have a destination, to remember there are multiple ways to get there. If the road you're on is filled with grandma's and roadworks, find and persue an alternate route.
Ferrari’s best car ever;congratulations, we are glad you never stopped, from the USA🇺🇸
I'm glad Jay has this wonderful Ferreri, I'll never have one, even if I did get the money together, I could not afford to run it or maintain it. He can live the dream for me, he shares the experience that well.
AS long as I'm able to live the dream I'll keep sharing it!
@@JayEmmOnCars Thanks Jay, you have shared loads of great ideas for cars that are affordable which I, appreciate.
Man when that song started playing "Man on Mars" tied with those amazing shots after your honest and inspiring story, it moved something in me. Brother you're out there almost making a grown man cry. Congratulations and thank you for sharing!!
Congrats Jay, love the F12. Years ago I got a shot in a Blue F12, the sound upon start up still sticks with me
Thanks
Congratulations James on a splendid achievement, love the F12. I hope that you’ve bought the number plate as well.
The location for this video and amazing background shots were simply wonderful.
1000 videos made so far on your channel.
That is a truly impressive feat in a rather short period of time. Oh those early Lotus days seem like yesterday.
Thanks Jay for sharing your back story with us. It's great to see your success and the pleasure you get in sharing your love of cars with the rest of us..200,000 car lovers. Like you, I get a lot of pleasure out of sharing my car with others and whenever a young person admires my 575M, I invite them to sit behind the wheel. So please keep sharing more of the 550, Scuderia and F12 journeys with us.
Delighted for you… keep doing what you’re doing… authenticity always shines through 🥰🙏
Yess!!!!
6:22 - what a hammer drop. Absolutely fantastic
Shit James, you got me all dewey-eyed!
I think this is your best offering yet. Magnificent and worthy tribute to Ye Olde Top Gear, Saint Clarkson the Irascible, the glorious F12 and of course fabulous Scotland the Moody - sorry, I mean Hertfordshire the Hilly.
If this doesn't get a million views, then I'll eat my hat. Now where have I heard that expression before?
Thank you, thank you, thank you 🤗
A million views would be a nice ending!
A spectacular production, ranging from wonderful wide angle shots to close-ups and detail, capturing the very essence of the F12 driving experience on the open road. Few other RUclipsrs are managing this level of content. But more importantly, sharing your personal journey through life and what these cars, and the channel, mean to you. It's been a very great pleasure all the way for us subscribers and I have been lucky enough to play a tiny little part in the history, delivering my FK2 Civic Type R for review. Your observations still make me chuckle. Twas a grand day out for me, so thank you. There's something else in the pipeline that could come in your direction, but it's not quite ready yet (yes, I know, petrolheads ALWAYS have something in the pipeline).
Thankyou for playing a part in the journey :)
Hey Jay, I‘m following you for a while now, I‘m so happy for you fulfilling your dream!
Keep on going producing wonderful content!
Thank you! Will do!
I show your videos frequently to my buddy’s here in Knoxville,Tennessee USA 🇺🇸 LOVE them! You would he surprised of the fabulous cars we have in my home town. (Your Witt and Humor match the cars!) Actually many times steal the show! I understand your ups & downs for I am a singer/songwriter/guitarist. A dangerous job! Lol So keep up the great work!
A dangerous job indeed Ross! Tennessee is a fine place, I have visited Nashville on a road trip a few years back
@@JayEmmOnCars Your always welcome back. 🙏🏻
Brilliant! AHH, the beautiful roads of "Hertfordshire" 😂
Great video James! Love the emotion in your story, the artistic elements in the edit and the humour! Pride, nostalgia, inspiration, laughter all in one video?! Nice job!
It's like an emotional buffet
@@JayEmmOnCars like an all you can eat emotional buffet lol 😂
Love your work, passion, and generosity to share the joys of driving cars most will never be able to experience. Respect for your guts and determination in following your dream
Congrats buddy! Well deserved
You know what mate, I and am sure many other men have a similar story, I went from homeless to sticking with hard work, to getting to an F-type SVR. Can't quite believe it when looking back. Tough life, and bloody earnt that car. I hate it when ppl say I'm lucky. I'm not. It was sheer blood sweat tears and never giving up. Well done Jay. Love all your videos, and have a great deal of respect for you. For what it's worth, I have more hours watching you than top gear pal. You earnt that ferrari and its gorgeous. Well done....bloody well done. Keep the quality up, your channel is awesome. Just don't take it for granted mate...stay as grounded as you are now.
I'm glad to hear your story worked out too. Unfortunately people on the internet are willing to believe you have nice things for almost any reason other than you worked for them!
I'm lucky and I would have not likely ever been homeless, however the things I have now were never a guarantee
One of those genuinely heartwarming and inspirational success stories. I wouldn't worry about sounding preachy, good sir - you've absolutely deserved every good thing coming your way.
I'd also like to thank you for producing this sort of content. The passion is tangible with every video, and a hundred times here. May you continue to enjoy what you love doing, and may you enjoy your F12 for a long time to come.
That means a lot, thankyou
Authentic content, interesting cars, your own style, trusted views…..why I watch. Congrats on living the dream!
It’s the back story to this video that moved me from an occasional viewer to a subscriber. Good on you, Jay.
Thanks Dale- welcome aboard
Fantastic video Jay, I too remember the emotive feeling from watching Clarkson do his peice about this car, you captured the complete essence of that and did your own perfect tribute to all aspects of what is essencial in creating such a video, the car, location, framing etc. I would rate this as your best video to date. and that car ( biting fist OMG) WOW.
I remember when I was in middle school there was an orange Aventador, which had just come out, and a green Gallardo parked next to each other in the school parking lot. A bunch of my classmates were talking about it in first period and to this day I still have not forgotten that. I would one day want to be that guy that inspires the next generations to dream big just like you do.
I enjoyed the video. Thank you for the BG, your heartfelt enthusiasm for the car and your experience of owning, filming and sharing the car. Bravo!
Epic man. They say the best days of having a Ferrari are the day you buy it and the day you sell it…except for that epic road trip in the meantime. Utterly sensational. Killer car. Fab review
It would be easy to feel 'tall poppy sydrome'-like here, but your humility and honesty just makes me happy for you. Well done, mate.
Loved hearing your story. Thank you for sharing cars the way you do. It gives those of us that could never attain them a great appreciation for what it's like to experience them.
That was utterly splendid. A fascinating story, wrapped up in a superb piece of filmmaking. I was pleased to hear you say you're thirty per cent Clarkson wannabe, because Jezza can't go on forever, and although I'm sure I can't have watched many more than a tenth of your thousand videos, that's been enough to convince me that you're the man to carry the torch on for a global audience of car lovers. I hope to keep watching for a long, long time. Thanks.
Very kind words, thankyou!
Brilliantly well expressed 😊
Amazing piece of storytelling. Really surreal. I have that F12 topgear film permanently edged to my memory bank. I was 16 years old when it came out and it’s been one of my favourite pieces of automotive film. The music, the cinematography, jezza’s funny metaphors.
So happy for you. Being able to pick up the pieces again and again. Renew yourself. Reinvent yourself. I’m personally stuck in a bit of a rut myself, but I know that the sun must set to rise. I wish you many happy miles. Do all that you can while you still can 👍🏾 Godspeed
It will get better, I promise...
Indeed, a dream come true
A champagne episode mate. Congratulations on your achievements.
Thanks for sharing that James, I'm glad you persevered. I'm enjoying your channel very much it's easy to listen to.
Thanks for the kind words
Total respect for your resilience and your perseverance.
Don’t worry J. It’s good you rose above the hard times. And there is nothing wrong with wanting to jump for joy when you achieve something you’ve always wanted. Good on yer.
One of the best videos yet. Keep up the great work.