I love how John shares even his failed pursuits. It highlights the competitive spirit between sellers and rival buyers and makes his successes feel a little more special.

You told this story with amazing self control!! I did all the cussing for you! I knew she sold it for more money!! I called her every name in the book for you!!

This channel is CRIMINALLY UNDERRATED!

Unlucky this time around. In business this actually sounds like a fairly low cost lesson that’ll really serve you well going forward. Love the channel. Better luck next time…

I love the fact that you are dropping all of this incredible history of these cars, buying and selling multi million dollar historically significant vehicles but are just hanging out in a ripped up pair of jeans. True car guy just like the rest of us but on a much larger financial scale.

They absolutely should be sued for breach of contract. People like that will continue to screw people until someone holds them accountable.

15:37 It feels like you really wanted to say "I'm not going to sue them ... but I'll break their fucking legs though"

I saw this car parked in the center of Luxembourg a few months back ! It was parked in such a tight spot between cars i even wondered how the guy got out of the car! It did have the big SV stickers in the quarter panel and the giant wing! I remeber thinking that a guy that parks a Murcielago like i would park a citroen c1.... has to be doing very well in life! Sorry your deal fell through... but these people are "special" as hell! Imagine dealing with them on a daily bassis.....!!!!

“Untrustworthy people” There it is right there.

John you did not close the deal as stated in contract. As a business man you know this. Closing the deal does not mean texting a screen shot that the money is sent on the contract expire date. Like the lady said you should have called her earlier in the week if you knew the contract would not be closed in time. You always twist the story to seem it was always the other person's fault while trying to sound sincere and genuine. Good on the lady for selling the car for the higher price and sticking to her word.

John, your knowledge of the industry & unmatched story telling skill leave us constantly wanting more. What a phenomenal channel.

"I never got a phone call from you" - And would you imagine that? Totally deflecting the fact that phones work both ways...They wanted your deal to fail John so they could take the other one, but were too spineless to just tell you. Total negotiation and operation in bad faith on their end. I'd be naming and shaming that dealer, so hats off to you for being bigger than that.

Glad you came away financially intact. Thanks for sharing the good and the bad on this channel; it's what keep me coming back. Appreciate the class and respect you put forward to someone who tried to blame you for their shady business practices.

Really admire your passion and professionalism, John. Though we hate that this incident happened, your followers appreciate the transparency. Not all people can tell a disappointing story while still showing compassion to the new owner and the person you originally had the deal with. 👏👏👏

Always enjoy your content John. Keep your unique style!

This feels like talking with a car buddy, love it. Keep up the great content 🤙🏻

Incredible story teller!! I love to hear the detail of the entire situation and it’s Awesome Content!!! Keep it up John!

Ya know, I have a feeling something better will come along. You said it best, shit happens for a reason👍

Hi John. Italian here. I could reach to an Sv, to a 400miles lp640 e-gear, and to a manual lp 640 in a couple of hours from home. You should consider a business trip to northern Italy sometimes soon. Checkbook might come in handy. I can show you around anytime.

Who knew that Tyler Hoover's mom lives in Luxembourg?

You're a great guy John .. full respect 🏆

Yes, this car was on Oahu years back. The owner would drive it to Ala Moana and drink all night at the bars on the forth floor. At the end of his evening, he and his new chicks he met would catch a taxi home together and he'd have his guy watch over the car through the night: he had personal security for his Lamborghini. I was a bartender and remember he was very nice to everyone around and tipped generously. That was almost 10 years ago.

I know how tough it is when emotions come into play. You'll end up owning it one day. Great Story!

I do not blame you for being upset and disappointed. I find that people who I deal with, as an agent, will often shun a new higher offer, because they have given their word. Unfortunately, you were not dealing with someone of the same integrity. An old Luxemburg cow. You are coming across as particularly chilled, well done.

Great Story with a sad ending John... I will keep my eye out for this SV in Toronto this summer. On the upside, your 2 boys are absolutely gorgeous! My best always to You and Senja, L.J. and J. ❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🐕❤

Great video & story John

John, get the white Murcie SV at Alain Class in Dubai and bring it to the US. The price is right.

man i enjoy your videos a lot!!

I don't know how to describe Timati for eng speaking audience. He is development magnate son, was started in a show for signers, than crated label and produced some local stars, had some top songs in russian music scene, made some kind of a brand, made most disliked music clip in all of youtube (n2 after google last every year video over all videos), left his brand corp and now making pop songs. Very complicated person.

This was my favorite story yet!

Hi John, remember Phil Collins „Against all ods”? Fits the story 100% !! Take care and cannot wait for another episode.

Great story telling on this one....

Hey John…great story and such a shame the SV deal never came off…you never know it may yet happen in the future. Sure you likely now know that your editor forgot to apply LUTs to colour grade a couple of your clips but didn’t ruin the story. Keep up the great work ethic, wry cool procurement stories. 😊

How this channel doesn't have more views and followers I just don't understand. Top tier content and genuine car stories from a truly passionate and knowledgeable person. One of my favorite places to come!

People suck… lesson learned JT. No more handshake and your word. Those days are gone.

The worst part of cars....buying and selling.

In Australia we call that a dogs act... aka going back on ur word or deal you have agreed to but the other party dont follow through on the deal

Love the determination 👏🏼

Some of the rich older Europeans are stiff as a stone and a pain in the “back” to deal with. I’m so sorry to hear about this

This guys passion for doing these cars proper justice is so great .

What a great attitude!

2 things that I see wrong; 1st come 1st served-you missed a deadline, it’s just business and if you were emotionally invested why didn’t you just jump on a flight and “secure” the deal personally??? The Canadian flew in and paid up after your contract expired.

Wow, great story! Sorry it didn't worked out... like you said, it wasn't meant to be. (probably the first time I heard John swore on the channel....hahaha)

Unbelievably great story, I can feel how frustrated and annoying that deal would be if I was in the shoes of trying to purchase that car.

Are you filming from the office at Lopez motors. Just kidding of course. I could not resist the movie reference. I represented a client in a similar situation and thankfully we prevailed when we sought specific performance.

Next time give me a shout, I live 10 minutes away from Labo Luxembourg

Hey. I recall a Mr Black Star, that's what a previous owner calls himself, said in some interview that he had been able to find a car with the production-built number 13, which apparently his lucky number. Was he wright or it is just a nice story made by him? Thanks btw nice story!

WOW ... i. cant believe that you would send that amount of money without having the car looked at and inspected . Thats a no no for sure . when it comes to money trust nobody period . I am glad you got the money back ..... things happen for a reason .

Yes, it was me. Love you John. We’ll do a part 2 when I’m in your hood. ❤️

'Pull up to a club in a white Murcielago' great line from 'Welcome to St. Tropez'

Hey, big your fan, I live in Switzerland so there if you anytime need to get closed photos or something i can always go to somewhere here around... i would be happy to help you.

This car belonged to my neighbor in Hawaii back in 2009. He was one of the first and to get it in the US. They also had a LP640 that was in Rossovic.

One of the reasons I work in Luxembourg but live in Germany is the business environment. I've seen this car a few times and wondered about the colour. If in the future you need anything checked out in either country, PM me.

JEEZ John... like you said S__T Happens and so it did. NO Worries though...if you and Ed keep working together you will source another Murci SV that will be right...The Hunt may be challenging but I think and hope in the end you will find another...!!

You’re too nice. Most people would dox them on every possible platform.

Blessing in disguise!

New bumpers? Maybe after they fixed the damage from that unreported fender bender?🤔 That Canadian buyer may have few issues to deal with!

Id sue for violating the contract. Punish them for backtracking on the deal

Nobody did anything wrong, they just wanted more money and saw the opportunity to make more. Unfortunately they were in a rush and did not even negotiate with John, maybe they wanted to avoid an awkward conversation. The real question is who is this person who magically makes a bid from Canada all of a sudden? It beg's the question if someone else found out about this deal in your circle and then reached out to this person and bought it under your feet.

Why not spend 1 person out there for 7 days to make sure everything is on the UP and UP? Any deal over $100,000 needs to be a face to face ordeal. 🧐

I see John saying "he was really confused" what I'm hearing is John saying is "he was really pissed"

You will find another and good on you for being so gracious JT. MC

Very entertaining story. Sorry you got screwed. You will find a better SV.

Hi…I’m in Luxembourg and work next to Lamborghini and haven’t seen that car here in the last 2 weeks.Would be interesting to know who they were dealing with at Lamborghini here.

Yellow Diablo SV from Canada… Wonder if that is DDE’s car they purchased a little while back. They said they got a deal on it!

Can't imagine John losing his temper

The whole time I thought John was going to say the car was painted red and Ed bought it from under him

Funny how she says that's not how they do business.... She showed how they do business. Shysters.

JT you’re Da Man 👊🏻

Nices way ever to tell a bad deal story. The way you the video ended is just crazy fun 😂 And next time, don’t buy a car to anyone who speaks French 😂

John showed incredible restraint in this scenario. Not sure I would have been able to keep my cool here. So much so that I might have found the first flight out to Luxembourg and dealt with the issue Miami style. Sheesh

It's a shame that you didn't get this Murcielago SV, would have been a nice project i think😕

All good deal amongst like minded people whether they are car guys or not. Always start with a leap of 'GOOD FAITH"! These sellers were strictly about a cash cow! And you stood tall!!! Congratulations. Karma will find them. And you'll still get your car on the next go-round. Now why does this sound so much like Ed's Amer/Spec deal?

Damn. You win some, you lose some. Very similar colour to the iconic Al-Thani SV

Alain Class Motors has a white Murciélago SV for sale, but they might be asking too much, IDK

Its not clear from the video. Did contract stipulate funds “sent” by a certain date or funds “received”? That would determine who was in the right contractually. Obviously the seller was in the wrong in the spirit of the deal.

sorry to hear. if its not meant to be i guess can't force it. another one will come along.

Is the Special 1 the Silver SV that Savage Garage just bought???

What a nice blue!

Absolutely Wild

John: You know me as a friend of your dad. My first name is Jack and I was a wholesaler in PBG for many years. Rented a garage for my E-Type from your dad. Did a lot of deals with Dad. Love your site, follow it closely. SHAME ON YOU...The Murci was a great deal and very rare...YOU should have hopped on a plane and sealed the deal in person...YOU would have been in CONTROL...Still have the same phone number, call if you care to.

In that song he drove a White Audi R8 V8 too… As crazy as it sounds sometimes you just have to do it in person, but that does suck bro

I was working for a financial institution and I got into this kind of no reason change at the last minute with similaire off reaction like it's our fault for delays that are knowned and standard for different types of transactions

You could just use XRP and settle money in seconds for cheap when buying overseas. Could even use smart contrats and eliminate problems with your own purchase contracts.

"Bumpers needed to be fixed", no need to 'fix' the bumpers when adding back the US spec ones with the ugly reflectors would look worse

Business in Europe is very different vs business in US. Dates, times and $ talk are concrete and have no room for wiggle. But negotiations are extremely normal. But once it's set, it's set! Sorry you had that experience.

Wonder if this gentleman from Canada happened to be Damon from DDE. They have been talking about doing exactly this (buying an SV from Europe because the market is much cheaper) and I wouldn't put it passed them to be the type to fly to Europe just to weasel into a deal.

We're you and ed gonna make some content with two SVs since Ed just got his ?

I swear this video was recommended to me because I listened to 'welcome to saint Tropez' a bazillion times.

I would have been there in person or a trusted person to make sure the car was at the dealership etc

beautiful car saw it few weeks ago on mobile de.

Could have been Uncle Ray from SR Auto Group or August Luxury Motor Cars or even OB prestige

This makes my blood 🩸 boil. Anyways glad you at least got your money 💰 back. I love this stories 📚 they are such eye 👁 openers and really makes you wonder 💭 what the world 🌎 has come to these days. People can be dirty

You should’ve just flew there and handled it face to face- i fly to Europe for cars often. I never just send money by wire to random sellers lol 😂

I feel you bro 😕

Lol was it Raymond at August Motors who bought the SV?

That mother and son clearly unethical..thats it. They cant just sell it to someone else even for a higher price when they already made a legal deal with you, specially with all the difficulties they gave.

John do you know what happened to chassis number 297 E gear Murci SV that was crashed in India

Is the Diablo sv the one in Montreal for sale right now at I believe 445k?

Damn, I'm sorry.