Mat Armstrong Reveals His Most Controversial Car Build: The YouTube Success Story You've Never Heard

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Road To Success Podcast | Ben Fowler

Күн бұрын

Welcome to another exciting episode of our podcast where we delve into the world of exotic cars with none other than the KZfaqr extraordinaire, Mat Armstrong. This is THE episode you've been waiting for if you're a supercar enthusiast, a fan of Mat Armstrong, or both!
Today, Mat Armstrong takes us on an exhilarating journey into his world of Lamborghinis and Maseratis, two brands that epitomize the pinnacle of automotive craftsmanship. We discuss everything from his first time behind the wheel of a Lamborghini to his hands-on experience with the Maserati, giving you an exclusive look at the lifestyle of a true supercar aficionado.
Learn firsthand about Mat Armstrong's unique insights into what it feels like to drive these beasts on the open road. Get a rare behind-the-scenes look at how Mat creates his engaging KZfaq content about these marvels of engineering. We discuss his passion for these vehicles, what drove him towards the Lamborghini and Maserati, and his journey to becoming a well-known KZfaqr in the supercar space.
If you are passionate about Lamborghinis, Maseratis, or the world of supercars in general, this episode with Mat Armstrong is a must-listen. Subscribe to our podcast and hit the notification bell to make sure you never miss an episode.
Don't forget to leave a like if you enjoyed this episode and share it with your fellow supercar enthusiasts. Comment below about your favourite part of the conversation, or if you have any questions for Mat.
Join us next week for another inspiring conversation. Until then, keep the engines roaring and the passion for supercars alive!

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@florence2394 10 ай бұрын

I’m a woman in my 70’s and avidly watch every video with my husband. You come across as a person who sets an amazing standard of what a person should be. Well done.

@aj3852 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful name Florence

@RoadToSuccessOfficialPodcast 10 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@shvrdss 9 ай бұрын

@@aj3852 w rizz gang

@dylanwakley2553 7 ай бұрын

That’s actually so cool haha, bet Matt would be thrilled to see this

@leonr2604 7 ай бұрын

That's so ace

@callyk5678 10 ай бұрын

Been following Matt since the TT and no one deserves the success he’s had more than him. Such a genuine nice guy and the editing and quality of his videos are next level. Even in the early days his effort into editing I believe is what made his channel blow up

@RWL2012 10 ай бұрын

*Mat*

@elliotdocwramountainbiking9371 10 ай бұрын

Yeah 100%, I met him at festival of speed and he was so nice

@superflyguy4488 10 ай бұрын

And he hasn't made the mistake many YTubers do and thats to deviate away from what has made him successful, he keeps it about the cars and the projects rather than about him.

@fredjohan1666 10 ай бұрын

Ditto 👍

@HalfdeadRider 10 ай бұрын

@@superflyguy4488 That is what the second channel is for 😂

@darkbassi5911 10 ай бұрын

I met Mat with my wife and kids at Gravity show 2022. He was very kind and friendly. And Hanna gave my little boy a free airfreshener with Kevin's face on it. One of the things that he said to me that stood out was something on the lines of, he enjoys these shows and meeting people as most of his life is spent in the garage fixing the cars. He's worked so hard and deserves his success. Good luck Mat.

@zildog 9 ай бұрын

And yet his girlfriend - not wife - makes all the money as a diector of a side company through his car "raffles".... yeah, it should make you think.

@darkbassi5911 9 ай бұрын

@@zildog the same girlfriend who's supported him through the days when he worked in an Indian restaurant. WHO HURT YOU BRO 🤦🏽

@sinisapticar8500 9 ай бұрын

@@zildogso what?

@yupskiesyoskies 5 ай бұрын

@@zildoghis girlfriend was with him since his bmx days when he was working like 13hours a day, get a life

@Grecianfan1 10 ай бұрын

Mat is a guy that does not need marketing. His personality is magnetic. That is rare.

@sg403 10 ай бұрын

Mat's rebuilds are brilliant and interesting but it's Mat himself that really makes the channel. He is such a likable guy, really engaging and entertaining. The team around are great too. I hope the channel keeps goes exactly where he wants it. I'm really liking your work too Ben. It's a great podcast.

@scotthiscoe5307 10 ай бұрын

100%

@braddbradd5671 10 ай бұрын

And his GF

@wel1ardD 10 ай бұрын

Yes it's Mat himself, his a special one they all are a likable bunch of people. His dad makes me smile 😃 😊. My kids love Kevin they think his cute and funny 😁 they like everyone but the dog wins lol

@TwistNGoOfficial 10 ай бұрын

I'd say the main reason I started and continued to watch Mat's videos is because of how genuine is he. There's no BS, he's just clearly trying his best and having a laugh. Much deserved success!

@stevee8920 10 ай бұрын

You can see how genuine Mat is and how he’s far more comfortable talking to camera than in person. He obviously has a very wise head on his shoulders and learns fast when it comes to his business model. The biggest thing about Mat over and above anything else is he’s so likeable and has remained true to himself. The Mat we saw rebuilding the TT is still the same Mat we see today (yes the builds have got bigger and the video quality better) but as a person he is no different. Great interview👍🇬🇧

@mikebuick2332 8 ай бұрын

Mat being Mat. And Mat, if you ever read this comment - I’m sure people come up to you not because you’re a YT star, but because they feel that you’re their mate. That’s how you come over on your videos….just a normal bloke having fun. Don’t ever change fella….you’re going to go far 👏👏👏👏👍

@Broomehall 10 ай бұрын

I am not surprised his videos are so popular, he is hard working, affable, genuine, truthful and informative, and has chosen a subject universally interesting, as others have said, he deserves every bit of success ....... keep going all the way Mat 👍🙏

@mikeolly67 10 ай бұрын

Great story how mat evolved. One aspect that he doesn’t consider is, his personality is part of his appeal. He comes across as genuinely excited and passionate about what he’s doing, if he had a bland personality, I doubt his channel would have become as successful.

@toi...2me 24 күн бұрын

I agree Mat is the "Crocodile Hunter" of cars

@nicespejo 10 ай бұрын

His work ethic is why he's a success, not many people give it 100% to get to where they wanna be 👍👍👍✌️✌️✌️

@MB57OCK 19 күн бұрын

H.W.B.T

@MrGibbie2210 10 ай бұрын

This was a fantastic interview, I love success stories like this, grass roots to high highs… I knew Matts life was going to spiral upwards since his first TT video. He has such a positive outlook on life, and it’s going on like a family business now, seeing his dad and girlfriend all the time is refreshing. Nothing seems too much for him and I know he mentions he does some “sketchy things” but he learns as he goes and never puts anything or anybody down. Again, brilliant interview, thanks very much

@swatisquantum 19 күн бұрын

I'm a car guy, an i never watch a car restoration video front to back. For whatever reason, Mat's videos are so educational and relatable, you almost feel like you can do it yourself because he breaks it down to the absolute basics and does the hard work, no matter how shitty it is. So glad to find his channel. Wish him the best!

@commuterbranchline8132 10 ай бұрын

Matt is a totally genuine and humble guy, that really shines through in his content. The rebuilds are very aspirational, rebuilding super cars form scrap that normally regular folk could otherwise never afford. Matt is out there doing what every weekend Garage warriors dream is to do. I love the relationships he has with his Dad, Girlfriend and his mates. They are all in it with him and they are focused on the one goal. Good luck Matt in all you do.👍

@JeremiahL1616 9 ай бұрын

Matt is killing it and we luv his genuine personality. Couldnt of happened to a nicer guy! Shout out to Tony, Hanna and Kevin 😊

@dr.williamabrahams1262 10 ай бұрын

I love all of Mats videos. Found him a few months ago and have watched most of his builds. I think the fact he’s genuine is a reason he’s exploded in growth.

@bigdave10477 10 ай бұрын

I watch all Mat`s videos, he is very down to earth and it is great to see his Dad, Hannah and mates enjoying their builds. No BS.

@TD5rage 10 ай бұрын

Matt Armstrong a genuinely great person and an honest and very humble guy. Every success to you. 👍

@trivadpt 10 ай бұрын

Good performance from the interviewer. Exellent engagement and interview questions, kept it intresting and fun, great sense of humour. Well done.

@RoadToSuccessOfficialPodcast 10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! Taken a while to get used to how to present podcasts etc but if feels like its coming together 😃

@toffski 10 ай бұрын

Matt just comes across as such a nice, genuine guy and I really hope he smashes KZfaq records in the future. Just keep on doing what you're doing, dude! Oh and great interview too!!

@paulmiddleton7134 10 ай бұрын

I've said this before, followed Matt from the TT days. Love the humbled attitude with the confidence that's growing with his mechanical ability! And getting your dad onboard is probably his greatest genius ❤️

@joncastelli12 10 ай бұрын

Mat seems such a genuine, honest, hardworking guy. Good luck to him!!

@Mofo2008 Ай бұрын

Through all of Mats success, its nice to see he is still as humble as he was when he began his KZfaq journey

@porkster5924 10 ай бұрын

One thing the video shows is just how hard Matts worked, he’s put so much effort in to his dreams and they’ve worked and he thoroughly deserves it. Love his channel, love his enthusiasm and long may his videos continue.

@RWL2012 10 ай бұрын

*Mat*

@kingapoluo8243 10 ай бұрын

Sometimes when i feel like giving up i think of Matt doing his hustle. This guy is amazing 🙌

@richardfarmer6570 9 ай бұрын

Great interview. I think Mat has a good shot at being the biggest car repair KZfaqr, he is so genuine and his excitement and enthusiasm really come across and make his viewers excited too.

@pato9097 10 ай бұрын

A really consistent theme going on with people I've been listening to about pivoting from selling your time to your selling your skills

@richiekaye1103 10 ай бұрын

Superb content Wasn't boring and great to hear stories from a realist about past present and future..We all wish you well mat and fam upwards and onwards🎉

@bigbadboogie6842 7 ай бұрын

Im 50 Young and recently discovered your channel (2-3 weeks ago and allmost finished playlists on main chan now 😂) After first video i was basically hooked. The mix of your positive and "lets try it" personality paired with your dads coolness and giggles + choice of seemingly crazy broken cars (the structural carbon i thought would be a spare part in the end tbf) makes it entertaining (and the sound of a Porsch ,Lambo,Ferrari engine first start helps) Add no real car mechanic background makes it addictive to look at. Sometimes wanna just jump in and say, why not make a groove for the o-ring instead if risking another engine teardown, but....its history now 😊 and you made it work, im still worried about that lambo o ring that leaked 3 times. I believe they milled the head = milled the o-ring grooves away and forgot to re-add them. Waiting for last episodes on a few builds....patiently 😇

@jasonsiddall1483 10 ай бұрын

Love Matt im not a car person in particular but love this channel and can’t wait for the weekly videos to pop up. Well done to all involved an inspiration

@craigmayhan4009 Ай бұрын

He is an artist.Film him working on cars without the editing and nobody would watch.Being a gearhead myself I respect the fact that he jumps in and figures it out.Also,how he tracks down the parts he needs just blows my mind.That takes alot of time and patience.I really like Tony as well and I wish my dad was as involved in my life.

@AnonymousAndy2 10 ай бұрын

Matts enthusiasm and his ‘can do’ attitude is addictive viewing.

@GingerJ73 10 ай бұрын

What Mat said about people finding his channel then watching the previous builds is 100%. I know nothing about cars but got totally hooked on it all. His and Freddy’s channels are now some of my favourites. He says hard work beats talent but truth is he is a talented lad - great editing, fun builds and not afraid to show mistakes. Makes us feel we are all learning on his journey with him 👍🏻

@vass500 10 ай бұрын

Anything matt touches will turn to gold. He's a genuine person with a good soul, best of luck to him.

@nocrustracing 10 ай бұрын

Seemingly an honest and genuine guy, have only been watching the channel for a while but have greatly enjoyed it.

@stephenpenney8596 14 күн бұрын

Mat and his team produce some of the best content on our screens. The "fly on the wall" format works and the emotional highs & lows make for enthralling viewing, pulling in a huge audience. As with those he collaborates with (Tavarish / Vin Wiki / RE Performance and even Road to Success), there is a huge market for professional quality. The few seconds of sponsorship and product placement within each video (Time for a Y-Food!) do not interfere with the enjoyment. The 2nd channel and the "full build" videos are masterstrokes. We have come a long way from Wheeler-Dealers. The Road to Success podcast is also great. Well researched and informative interviews, and taking the studio on the road is a great idea. Keep it up !!

@miggys7 4 ай бұрын

Love Mat’s channel! Here’s what people aren’t factoring in….the labor that he doesn’t have to “pay”! That’s where people are loosing money. To have a team of family and close friends is amazing!

@robtudor3785 7 ай бұрын

Also people forget, Matt is a massive personable KZfaqr. He is so watchable. Coupled with his dad who is so laid back. You can’t buy that.

@George11lee 9 ай бұрын

Good for you Mat. Everyone's routing for you, including me. Love the videos and its so nice to see a genuinely nice guy succeeding.

@Alphadog1174 10 ай бұрын

I found his channel when he purchased the lambo and I've been hooked and now hooked on Freddies channel. The only thing I would say is Matt makes it look so easy I think I could build a car now.

@TJ-Dives 10 ай бұрын

Matt has found his Niche' in his young life. I wish him future success beyond today's. It's great to see somebody start something out of nothing and find a winning formula. 😊

@adie_h_333_painting 10 ай бұрын

Love this guy, and all his crew and family, I'm a relatively new subscriber came in with the Lambo, no real interest in cars, not mechanically minded, and i don't drive. Yet find it really interesting. The personality from them all is what makes us tune in every video. Who hasn't dreamed of owning some of those cars! I follow Tavarish and Jack Builds It now too. Through following Matts content!

@MotorMonkeyz 10 ай бұрын

Awesome Podcast, great to hear from Matt. Its harder than everyone thinks to do well on YT!

@qusayzokary1060 8 ай бұрын

I found mat's channel a week ago and till now I watched over 40 videos , I love what he does. Good job mat , love from Syria/ Turkey

@leonardopillay4200 10 ай бұрын

I can just hear mats dad saying yeah do it with a straight face, then laughing.🤣

@francisgleeson4125 10 ай бұрын

Matt Armstrong is the first KZfaqr whos ads I actually enjoy as part of the video and don't skip

@imdigitalmedia 10 ай бұрын

Most likeable thing about Matt is his personality hasn't changed since his earliest videos such a humble bloke, watched the latest Lambo build in awe of his technical and mechanical ability.

@RWL2012 10 ай бұрын

*Mat*

@mattbyron2006 10 ай бұрын

Great video! Best podcast you’ve put out so far, can definitely tell you’ve taken on people’s constructive criticism and implemented it into the podcast. Well done 👏🏻

@RoadToSuccessOfficialPodcast 10 ай бұрын

I appreciate that!

@seankhmersight4854 9 ай бұрын

Love Matt and his father's team to fix these cars. Clean and fun entertainment. Good to see each car completed from it's original state.

@philhughes3143 10 ай бұрын

Love watching Mat's videos....keep doing what you're doing Mat, the way you do it😊

@dgb5820 5 ай бұрын

Incredible journey of a very humble young man with an outstanding supportive father. Mat you have a very characteristic personality with a great vision, well done mate

@milliefabulous4184 10 ай бұрын

Matt you are really just so good in front of the camera I think we all just like watching you. plus doing a lot of the things with your dad is so special. fast cars are a bonus.

@karldennis6016 10 ай бұрын

Such a top guy , there are so many of todays generation who expect the earth but are not prepared to put the work in to achieve it . They need to watch this , thats how you do it . Mat a inspiration to us all.

@72rmboyd 8 ай бұрын

The similarities between Mat's experience and Tavarish is striking.

@SharpblueCreative 10 ай бұрын

Not forgetting that Yorkshire Car Restoration has Matts BMW 635 CSI and doing the body work - their channel has picked up a load of subs because of Matt.

@RWL2012 10 ай бұрын

*Mat*

@stevo63n 10 ай бұрын

I’ve been watching Mat since he worked on his girlfriends 1 series BMW.He’s a breath of fresh air on KZfaq.Always sitting in wait for his next video.He deserves all the success he gets.

@philbarron1148 9 ай бұрын

Great interview. May is a really genuine and honest guy. So refreshing to watch a channel without any foul language. Keep up the good work.👍

@vonsenger2010 10 ай бұрын

Met him at Goodwood, what a lovely lad and thoroughly deserves the success.

@basfordmf1 6 ай бұрын

Great video guy's love the channels. Bumped in to Mat recently such a grounded guy. Family really nice to. Keep up the good work. HWBT defo.

@Timaldo8 10 ай бұрын

Modern day entrepreneur an inspiration and a nice guy. Love your videos Mat.

@djnially 10 ай бұрын

Brilliant video lads. Great to see Matt so successful with his KZfaq channel

@thetrueheart9193 8 ай бұрын

It has been two days of my best life watching 3hrs videos of Matt, insane right, I'm not that patient but boy oh boy this guy is super amazing.I appreciate your love for cars and the great job you put to give life back to the crashed cars ❤❤❤.

@Allan-loveswoodturning 4 ай бұрын

Hi Mike I watched the interview. And I see a fantastic guy who has literally worked for everything he’s got. People can’t stand to see your success in life. But you said you had nothing after leaving school. I take my hat off to you Mike. In this country people would rather see failure. You are living proof that The same opportunities are out there for any young guy to take up and make something in life. What a nice Guy. All the Best Mike

@offtherecordpodcasts6376 10 ай бұрын

Mat is hiding so many cars from us.....VERY CHEEKY

@davidhitchen7122 10 ай бұрын

Love this, great interview from both sides of the mic 👏👏👏

@user-ow9xg9vq5x 10 ай бұрын

The two the guys that deserve all of this are Matt and Joe Achilles. Genuine journeys, hard work ethic, dope content (helping idiots like me understand more) and risk tolerance. Always take risk. Comfortable makes us weak. It’s gruelling at times, yet working out what you need to do to stay in the game and executing that strategy is the difference between success and failure. Stay relevant, and deliver, consistently. Much, much harder than people believe.

@herbsman05 8 ай бұрын

there a lot of channels like matts but what makes him different is that he is having fun with the journey of fixing the cars and also honest that he is learning while in the process of fixing the cars. to be honest tavarish's channel was like that before but due to his videos coming out to far in between most people (like me) are looking for other videos with the same content to watch. there are a lot of rebuilding channels here but matt has been very entertaining while doing the rebuilds and you can see that in all his videos that even if he gets frustrated he always looks at the bright side of things.

@chiweenie96 6 ай бұрын

That's exactly why I love mats channel, which I just found, I'm doing same thing with property, I don't know squat about cars but love cars. It's the best channel on KZfaq

@user-qb6lb3ub3t 2 ай бұрын

The saying "build it and they will come" is clearly evident in Marks approach. My escapism is watching his stories. Well done.

@badgerservices9665 9 ай бұрын

Matt Armstrong is a genuine nice guy and deserves all of his success. His content is great.

@Br00sta 10 ай бұрын

Never heard of this channel before. Have been a Mat Armstrong 'fan' for quite a while so finally clicked to watch this vid after ignorong it for a few weeks. Subbed. This vid was bang on the money (bar the iffy sound at one point!), and I'd not realised how much I'm intersted in this side of KZfaq. The interview was well researched, well conducted with intelligent Qs asked, and Matt was obviously a great interviewee with very revealing honesty and his good nature. Trouble is, I'm sat here now trying to figure out what i need to do to get off the rat race conveyerbelt! Think one of my problems is I have too many varied interests and most successful people seem to be more focussed in a single direction. I haven't given up on this dream but not going to give up the day job just yet!

@MrMairu555 9 ай бұрын

I'll admit my shallowness; I wouldn't generally give this type of guy a second glance, but he has (on screen) very much proven the saying "don't judge a book by its cover" very true. Amongst a crowd of very pretentious automotive "KZfaqrs", his personality shines, and appears to be an extremly likeable guy. In addition to his persona, there are two more outstanding features of his channel. The first is the amount of content in each video. He gives the viewer a lot of content in every video, whereas the majority of the "competition" will string viewers along, and frankly often leave them disappointed at the end of a video. Mat always ends a video on a high, and that's extremely commendable. Second, the production is simply first class. The editing, sound, flow, are worthy of some kind of award. Considering all of this is self-taught, including the scripting/filming/editing, it's inspiring. In my humble opinion, Mat does indeed seem worthy of becomming the world's biggest automotive KZfaqr.

@NichoTBE 2 ай бұрын

ChrisFix, Tarvish and Mat Armstrong are probably my 3 fav car repair/maintenance channels.

@MTThijss 10 ай бұрын

Really inspiring! What an amazing story and what an amazing guy!

@tonyrevo 6 ай бұрын

I just discovered Matt's channel and loved watching all his videos and energy!

@joshmerrick4716 8 ай бұрын

Summed it up at the end! People want it real. And Mat is 100% real

@creative512 10 ай бұрын

Awesome guy, i had bought my S5 at the same time his video got out and used it a lot to help do my mods. Great guy, great story, all the best for him in the future.

@5585rg 10 ай бұрын

Very enjoyable podcast. Matt, the reason we follow the M5, is because that's the car we have or can afford. Ferrari's are great, but unaffordable for most. Keep up the good work, it's wonderful to see your progression.

@hayabusabg85 8 ай бұрын

I know Matt channel since he rebuild the Audi S5 and still watch him every single time. well done mate

@TheNathaneous 10 ай бұрын

Great podcast and great to see Matts success , he truly deserves it. Gained a new subscriber 🙂

@liambowers666 10 ай бұрын

Banger. Not sure how you’re going to top this but I’m sure you have plans!

@strongerandwiser2023 10 ай бұрын

Matt signed one of my keychains (daily one) and sent me a t shirt and hoody in a mystery box. Absolute legend. I was over the moon that he took the time to write on the receipt too. Such a genuine lad. Ive got a ton of fast cars and Im an absolute petrol head so its fun to watch someone take their passion onto youtube and make something of it. Im potentially going to be doing this myself soon. Wish me luck!

@RWL2012 10 ай бұрын

*Mat*

@ashevillecomics637 10 ай бұрын

Love Mat's channel. He brings something different to the table, even though he's doing the same thing as a bunch of others including Tavarish, I enjoy Mat's personality more than the others

@patrickyoung3503 Ай бұрын

You two complement one other . The content is interesting to listen to . Long may it reign .

@amyloughlin2584 3 ай бұрын

I love your videos. Thank you Matt I can't stop watching your videos.

@excesstrust 10 ай бұрын

Great Show! Mat's a Beast! Love his content.

@colinlong2009 10 ай бұрын

Been following since the TT when i was youtubing how to fix my own car. Definitely the best youtuber.

@Bandare 10 ай бұрын

Great insight from a super energetic, honest, inquisitive and fun guy. What is interesting and surprising is that CAR VERTICAL doesn't include the history of a car that's been at auction. That should be an easy addition to show previous auctions a car has been listed on.

@Motorsportqueen 10 ай бұрын

I have only recently started following Matt after seeing him on the Gumball Rally. I am impressed with how he has been able to create his brand. I am a late bloomer with youtube and now follwoing 150 channels many car channels as part of my viewing pleasure. I dont watch commercial TV so this is a perfect alternative. Keep up the good work Matt

@tintin-uf1wk 8 ай бұрын

Love watching matt. Nice guy, down to earth and god love his dad.

@PaulTaylorHypno 2 ай бұрын

Wow Mat, you are amazing. I wish you every continued success.

@markelliott6987 9 ай бұрын

Love the channel Matt, wish you every success in the future 👍🏻

@rufinoacosta9289 7 ай бұрын

Mat is a great Hustler...Love all his videos

@downnoutmotors 9 ай бұрын

Matts a huge inspiration for myself with just starting my own automotive youtube channel.

@recurringdreambusproject 10 ай бұрын

Matts point of difference other than his advanced skill level is his down to earth personality, he always appeals on an equal level.

@leonardgore7948 10 ай бұрын

Just can’t wait for the next one he makes you feel like your helping him do it just got to be the best KZfaqr fantastic MATT,

@toi...2me 24 күн бұрын

For Mat the sky is the limit. Two reasons Mat's Dad. If Mat could bottle his Dad a sell to YTs then he would make Billions. Two Mat's attitude. He is the Crocodile Hunter of the Car world. Infectious enthusiasm personified.