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I think you’re turning me into a Porsche guy

Welcome to Tedward talks; today’s topic: Why your car hobby is a terrible financial decision but you still do it anyways. Me: *Shrugs sitting in Miata* ...Stonks?

Squirrel! He survived.. YES! Another one lives on Tedward's talk - Loved it!

Tom, two things: debt is nasty. Don’t live payment to payment..but..my late grandfather advised me to enjoy the fun things when young enough to do so..I am old now and have an incurable illness. So dude: drive the damn Porsche. Screw the trip. Drive the car.

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I live in Czechia so by no means i have a high salary even though i am an engineer but i am a huge sports cars fan. So i just bought Fiesta ST and even though it's cheap in sports car standards it's just my dream come true and i love every single moment of driving it and i think that's all it is about - true car guys enjoy what they have and don't feel like showing off with expensive cars they can't afford.

The car you drive < The people, places, and experiences you have with it. Similar to how people think that once they have alot of money they'll be happy. It goes the same way for high-end/ dream cars. They can only be enjoyed with the right perspective. I've achieved some dream cars already and if I expected them to make me happy I'd be absolutely miserable. Don't get me wrong theyre great but only because I don't place my sole happiness in them. I'd continue to expand but I dont want to rant to hard. The older I get the less I care about hp and specs realizing all I really need is my near stock nc miata lol.

As someone sitting at the desk thinking 'get me outta here' it's inspiring to hear you talk about your journey. I might be leaning too much toward the 'tuck money away for later / wait until I'm a millionaire to start working on something I actually want to' camp. It's a delicate balance for sure. Thanks for your thoughts.

You’re one of the most real and relatable content creators I’ve seen! Thank you for quitting your job 😂 Great thoughts and driving.

*there’s two ways to be a car guy... spending money on new cars that depreciate and replace over and over again... or buy cars that are more unique and already depreciated.. which you can replace often also and not lose much of anything.* *Most people who drive new luxury cars are in debt.. most “average” rich people drive older cars they bought cash*

I work in banking...and the amount of clients that I see that have a 60k, 70k or 80k car loan on an 84 month or even 96 month term is insane!! And these people are making at most 50-60k a year. Very common out in Alberta for guys to have the 80k truck while working construction making 50k a year with overtime. Crazy stuff

Dude I love your car honestly it’s so clean and I love the mods

You're basically driving the car I want for my every day driver. The only things stopping me are having zero knowledge of what's a good buy, and what's a lemon, and where to have it serviced... Not to mention the INSANE prices of the older air cooled 911s these days. Had an opportunity to pick up an '86 930 in the Kansas City area back in 2011 for around $55k, but passed it up instead for a brand new Subaru STi. I'll regret that decision the rest of my life. The Subaru was everything I wanted, but also everything I didn't want (I'm sure you know what I mean by that). To this day I still wish I had gone for the Porsche, even if I wasn't in the best financial position for it at the time. I'm doing great now (good job, zero debt), and I'd happily settle for a late 80s non-turbo 911, what a beautiful vehicle. I'm very jealous! Thanks for sharing, drive safe, have fun, and keep the great content coming!

This takes Ted talks to a new level..

Loved this message! Absolutely agree. Contentment with what you have gives you a sense of peace that you don’t get when you’re stuck in the hamster wheel of consumerism.

Thank you for talking about the financial aspect of being a gearhead and actually being realistic about it. I feel like we often see the well known auto journalists talking about how great the cars are, but not addressing the elephant in the room - that hardly anyone can afford the cars they are testing and praising.

Truly the best to listen to talking. Enjoying these videos so much, thanks for opening alot of peoples eyes.

Thanks for the chat, this will be the motivation to get me through my schoolwork today. I quit my job back in May to go back to school this year, and it's a lot of work. But this is a reminder that if I work hard, maybe some day I'll get to where I want to be, and in the meantime, I have to make sure to enjoy myself where I can with what I can afford. You've gained a new subscriber! Also, I really like your videos about cheap cars.

It comes down to, "How much car do I really need?" There's something so satisfying about a stylish, base model that achieves great gas mileage. I also think older people in older Mercedes know what's up. They always look pleased. Smug bros and trust fund kids will be just that lol.

"I did not know that I lived so close, to some country ass country." Hah! I lol'd and spit up some tea

Been following you for 2 years and stumbled across this video in 2024. I struggle with exactly what you said in this video. I’m a 20 year old college student and I just wish to have my dream cars so I work almost 30 hours a week and don’t wanna spend money on nothing. Honestly man living like this sucks. I really appreciate the guidance, this video really changed my mind set.

You're going to do some dope shit on this platform man! Keep up the awesome videos and endless variety of cars!

You were talking about being happy for what you have and not wanting more, then you drive through a scenic spot. That’s what’s called satisfaction.

I've only watched a few of your videos, but I have to say, man I love your energy. Level headed good clean advice. The motto gets me too #respectthedrive

Great as usual Ted! Keep the videos rolling mate!!

Love the vids man keep it up!!

Thanks for making this video. Lately I've been super fixated on all the things I want but can't yet have. It's important to recalibrate your head and appreciate what you already have!

Best of luck man!

Man this is no joke the most wholesome honest and visually pleasing footage anywhere. thank you for doing this and I bet youre gonna have a bunch of subscribers in the next year or so, that 100k is coming soon.

These are my absolute favorite car videos (series?) to watch. Feels like I'm right there. Awesome work Tom!!

Loved the video! Subbed, thanks for inspiring me to work and have fun doing YT

Another lovely video dude! respect the Porsche!

This video is truly funny and talking about reality about people who spend excessive money they can't afford. i think it deserves to get more views lol

One of your best..you are on it when you do these more philosophical pieces...

I'm in love with this vids! that Porsche sounds lit!

It's very inspiring you do this. If you manage it well, I don't think you should worry too much. I also love the mindset you have, something I also appreciate in other people; "enjoy what you have, don't spend what you don't have". I recently bought a miata and that was even scary for me LOL. So it's very inspiring to see you make this shift. This makes me feel even more inclined to watch your videos lol. Cheers man.

Love your thought process, man! I'm the same way when driving around exploring so this was a refreshing video to take a break watching while I should probably be getting work done (but would rather be going for a cruise).

I dont really watch too much of tedward casual videos. I usually just watch his car review/pov drive videos. But i love how straight forward and blunt these videos are. Gives off the same/similar vibes as RegularCarReviews

Great content Your videos always make me feel like I’m just sitting there and we are having a conversation and enjoying the ride. #respectthedrive

My Dad had an '80 model back when I was in high school. So good to hear that engine

appreciate that you share this train of thought with us along that beautiful scenery, which is definitely a very Halloween-esque one!

randomly found this video thinking it was just gonna be a 911 driving POV but DAMN bro straight spittin facts

From another local, enjoying the channel. Love the audio.

I really enjoy these types of videos, all of your videos are great but these are my favorite.

First video I've seen of yours, loved the talk about money and totally agree!

Excellent advice. You'll do just fine man. We're similar in many ways on viewpoint it seems. I didnt get my Focus ST until I had enough money to write a check for it. I still financed it with a big DP.

Love these talks about life... 👏

this is a great reminder. thank you. i think im moving too fast with the upgrades on my ZHP, first bmw. i got all the preventative repairs out of the way for the most part and wanna start performance mods but i truly cant afford it so i shouldn't. your videos are therapeutic for me. hope this comment helps the monetization

gonna give u a sub.cuz i like ur content

Another great video👍

I like your vids, they are relaxing. Subbed

Ayyyyy Tedward getting the sponsors woo

Such a great video. The biggest problem is everyone comparing themselves to peeps on IG, 80% of whom are fake. Appreciate the things in your life that bring you joy. Do what makes you happy and do it often. Also, how tf have you never been to the waterslides as a kid dude??

Dude, keep up the good work, this channel is going to explode

This is hilarious and very enjoyable

Great video. As an enthusiast I feel driving something with character is more desirable overall than driving something expensive. I decided to splurge on a 2016 ND MX-5 as my daily driver back when it was new, and I've found it is a good balance of driving fun and reasonable cost, and it always just feels special to drive and even just to look at. The justification of reducing the worry about needing unexpected repairs for a few years helped me decide on it over another used one. It just worked out that I needed that due to having too many other moving pieces in my life at the time to deal with car problems. It always depends where you are in life personally and financialy. But sometimes I wish I were less risk averse because I've always wanted something European from the 80s or early 90s but the fear of too many sudden unexpected expenses keeps me away. Maybe some day.

Tedward spitting facts!!!

It's like that Sheryl Crow line: "It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got." Loved your earnest reaction to finding those backroads and that mystery slide. Also: I drive a Mazda 2 because I love cheap thrills.

Keep up the great work Ted people will find this gem of a channel and wonder why they didn’t find it earlier.

@5:55 I believe you were looking at one of my favorite places to go spend the day growing up in the 90's, a.k.a. "Breezy Beach". I can remember cresting over those hills right before the sight of those freakin awesome waterslides in the middle of nowhere! (Probably why I love backroads so much today) I'm not sure how much the have built on the land now, but back in the mid 90's they had two waterslides, a snack shack, grass/BBQ area and a giant lake to hang in. They also had an awesome arcade with Mortal Kombat, Crusin USA and Lethal Enforcer. Thanks for this! You have a great attitude. Enjoy what you have, and strive hard for what you really want/need. Dream big, but don't limit yourself by unrealistic expectations that will only leave you comparing yourself to others and feelings of isolation. Live frugal, but know when it's the right decision to spend money appropriate to your savings. And most importantly....Keep Calm and Drive On!

Beautiful landscape,, everything looks better through the windshield of a classic 911.

This is currently one of the channels I watch while eat and that means it’s important

You right g I used to be envious when I would see people around my age get new nice cars from their parents or big loans but then I realized it’s better to earn it through hard work/saving so when I do get my nice car I will appreciate it much more.

So true! I come from the same philosophy. My old boss once mentioned to someone who compulsively saved every cent as someone who "had the presumption that he was definitely going to wake up tomorrow.". Then again one can spend over zealously and stress out over their financials in the future. I'm not sure about your situation, but maybe there are ways to invest in funds that grant high dividend values to provide yourself with a baseline income till this channel takes off more! Nonetheless, loving the content!

The attitude of this video is great, love the commentary of the scenery mid conversation... (is it a conversation if you are the only one talking?)

Really like these life talk vids from you. More of these, maybe a little life advice series title, would be sick.

Thanks for showing beautiful New England. Would love to take drive there and ferry to St. Johns in my ZHP.

Jesus man chill out with these good ass videos haha

My car (2002 OZ Rally Lancer) was given to me by a relative so I didn't pay a dime for it. It has its flaws, almost 100k miles, transmission doesn't seem to be in the greatest shape and I've already thought about replacing this vehicle with something else. Yet, I love the car, and after driving it for over a year, it has made driving my favorite hobby. I'm hoping to be in a financially stable position when the time comes for me to get a new car. For now, I'm trying to resist spending money on this car so I can have more money to spend on my next car.

I was the kind of guy who never took the time of hitting like on a video, but my god I can't not like thsese! keep up the great work man, and please please 🙏 don't change your style the day that you get to astronomical levels of subscrivers (I have no doubt you will)! IMHO channels like yours are the best, thanks for giving such great content! Edit: What was the watch? looks like a Tudor but couldn't be sure!

Fall in New England 👍 been having some awesome drives around CT the past few months myself

“Livin that yolo life” Good way of putting it, haha sounds like me

I really like your perspective and how you spoke about your topic. I'm only 19 and I see so many of my peers spending money they don't have and chasing more "activities" than dreams. And of course the people that want to do everything but work for nothing 🤷‍♂️; but hey, if that's how you wanna live

Yeah. Love the Porsche

Again, beginning to the love gauge clusters on older cars! It's cool technology and all, the new electric gauges, but I am starting to appreciate old school gauges more now. The way they mechanically move up and down and stuff, especially on manuals! Great video keep it up!

I absolutely love your videos, I like hearing you talk about cars and everything around cars you're a very interesting individual Edit: you should do a podcast

I feel like this vid was made just for me as I try to figure out what sports car to buy. Excellent as always!

at least for right now I'm sitting happy in a 2017 Hyundai Tucson Sport. it's obviously a Hyundai SUV but it's my first car and I love it. Every time I drive it (for the most part) I end the drive with a smile on my face :)

Cool to see a KZfaqr in my area! Lots of great back roads around here, only downside is they're not long enough or the roads turn to shit.

You're saying some very wise words right here! I totally agree. First of all, you don't need an expensive car to have fun: I drive a '91 Mercedes 300D, which is not really known for beeing a fast car, at all...but I still deeply enjoy that car because it's an engeneering marvel, it's very confortable, and extremely reliable. It's the kind of car that will last longer than you, therefore you can have amazing memories and moments with it... and to me, that is what it's all about...

Sound advice. Many folks of all ages in our country get caught up in the race. The cliche is true, money doesn't buy happiness. Yes, it can buy comfort, convenience, and time, but not true happiness. Some of the wealthiest folks are so miserable, and some of those who have nothing are happy as a clam. Finding one's own personal life balance is the key. Cheers!

Very helpful message there. Additionally, the car and the beautiful region you live in match perfectly. I want to get a ND2 Miata in a few years, because everyone says it´s so much fun and it´s affordable! I hope I will get there sometime. I want to become a Paramedic here in Germany, so my income won´t be great, but I think I´ll be able to manage it.

This is exactly the car I dream of! Well with a 505 package (slant nose).

came for the 964 stayed for the deep worldie knowledge

This car is beautiful! My dad and I once took care of a 92 turbo for a friend and they're just amazing. Hopefully I'm able to afford my own 911 in the future :)

Remember when I started driving and all I wanted was a manual car. My weekend car is a 2010 Yaris and I have loads of fun. My daily was a 18’ BMW S1000RR. I prefer slow cars and fast bikes even though to much speed kills the mood for me. I’d rather have something unique with heritage,history and a nice exhaust note with simple easy maintenance. I would reserve exotics for special occasions as rental for the experience. I have 0 debt and have driven plenty of cars. I never had to drive a Yaris but something stuck with me. A Miata or something air cooled is in the future for sure as it’s track time.

Nice watch!! I’ll lend you one next time haha

you should make a segment (drive therapy) cuz it's working for me, anyways 10/10 video and love the view .

These financial discussions are something I love hearing about. I'm a new professional, approaching my 1 year of moving out of my mom's house and working a desk job (web design & marketing. weeeeee) I've been saving like a mad man since I moved out. The part where you said "what's the point of saving all your money to not spend any of it" did kind of hit me. I bought a Miata as a fun 2nd car over 2 months ago, and still have lots of cash leftover. Now, i'm stressing over spending a few hundred bucks on suspension, knowing I'll have plenty of money left. sometimes you have to buy what you want within reason... and this was really reassuring. You're the kind of person I'd get coffee with and chat about this sort of thing. If you're ever in the Worcester area, let me know LOL

We don't talk about money in our fam. Definitely worth discussing. 👍

So true. I used to have a Audi S4 but sold it to save $. Got a Fiesta ST and it's more fun, not only because of the handling, but I am never worrying about any large repair bills. I drive it hard with no regrets.

Holy shit that thing is mint.

StreetSpeed 717 comes to mind with the discussion of this video lmao, I still watch his shit though.

I financed a used 370z and paid it off in a year, I was so hesitant to finance but my one hobby is cars and I do 'therapy drives too. I wanted a fun and quick car but it would take me ages to save up the cash to buy it outright. I thought yolo and financed it but focused on paying it off as fast as I could. So I believe in a combination... you need to enjoy life but not throw all of your cash away to be living paycheck to paycheck.

Lol “At least respect the kids” That caught me off guard 😭

This video should be on the front page of every automotive channel. I think it would be very honorable of KZfaqrs to give an idea of how much they make and if they actually buy out cars or take loans, especially the younger KZfaqrs who influence young audiences. People need to know when they can "afford" something and when they should be saving for like a house.

Love the Black Bay ;)

I hope some young car people hear this video and take some of it to heart. Im good with money in general but by far the stupidest decisions ive done were all car things

you should check out northwest ma and southern vt theres many nice backroads thats where i get to enjoy driving my weird cars