Happy 2024! Thank you everyone for the years and years of support!
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@dixonman10006 ай бұрын
As an accountant myself who has worked in the tax world, the decision to lease is fantastic. Happy for you and congrats!
@mrnohax54366 ай бұрын
does that mean people who drive it pay him to sit in the driver seat?
@dixonman10006 ай бұрын
@@mrnohax5436 I’m not entirely sure what you mean but from a business perspective it’s a clever way to increase deductions. Typically most business owners can only depreciate their assets, which depending on the asset, can be limited. By leasing it, he’s going to be able to deduct much more because he’s expensing it instead of capitalizing/depreciating. There are less limitations and he’s able to deduct closer to the actual payment amounts than if he did a typical finance which would force him to capitalize.
@TheShaddix6 ай бұрын
@@mrnohax5436 He is leasing the car from the bank... Not leasing the car to other people.
@airtimer29586 ай бұрын
@@mrnohax5436 pretty sure leasing from a bank is the same as picking up credit. You as a credit user have the job of paying the banks credit back in equal amounts each month (depending on the interest rate). Its the same thing with leasing, except you don't get credit but basically borrow a car under the agreement to pay it each month in an equal amount to the bank. By the end of the lease, the contracts states that you have the full right to buy the car off the bank completely (at a cheaper price) or sell it (I think).
@BoostAlmighty6 ай бұрын
I'm also assuming being a house owner (a massive asset) helps with Lease Approval as well? Or is that for only when you Finance?
@mikeaninger73886 ай бұрын
Ed Bolion talked about this once. Imagine five guys driving Aventadors to a car meet. One rented it, One owns it, One, finances, it, One leases it, and One borrowed it. In the end, they are all enjoying the hobby in their own way.
@xletzyy6 ай бұрын
Exactly. At least your in one. He's smart to do it that way he's paying less at the end of the day technically
@louisstapleton18895 ай бұрын
Investing in a luxury supercar can be an exciting but intricate financial decision. The value of these cars can appreciate over time, making them potential assets. However, maintenance costs and depreciation should be considered.
@DerrickMansard5 ай бұрын
Absolutely, It's not just about owning a beautiful car but also understanding the market trends. Consulting a car investment specialist or a financial advisor with expertise in alternative investments can help navigate the complexities and ensure you make informed decisions.
@ginamarchisio5 ай бұрын
I couldn't agree more. In my case, I've been eyeing a Lamborghini Aventador as a passion investment. With my current financial standing, I'm contemplating whether it's a wise move. Any advice on how to approach this decision?
@demetriussullivan40885 ай бұрын
That sounds like an incredible choice! I'm intrigued as well and considering a similar move. Perhaps we should seek advice from a specialist in luxury car investments. Do you have any recommendations?
@DerrickMansard5 ай бұрын
I've been consulting with;
@DerrickMansard5 ай бұрын
*CHRIS RYAN STEWART*
@printerfromheaven6 ай бұрын
35.6K a month for a lease is insane, you deserve it strad! You out here killing it
@keller88215 ай бұрын
probsbly made that from this one video. same video pattern from this guy. buys car, hypes it up, takes delivery, shows car, says its a lot of money, trades for new car, repeats.
@miguelfragoso70235 ай бұрын
@@keller8821yeah and he con only do it to a certain point I’m guessing. You get to a point where there are no cars cooler than it
@okokokokkoko32145 ай бұрын
@@keller8821nah 0 chance he made more than 20k let alone 35k from this one video. a good performing 2 million views video would make around 10k excluding sponsorships
@davidhill4315 ай бұрын
Thought he said 3.5k
@ciufciuf62085 ай бұрын
@@davidhill431bruh its Koenigsegg
@rhodripepperall32386 ай бұрын
I feel like a proud father watching everything he's done
@grindertacos6 ай бұрын
Fr
@abdurrehmantariq8896 ай бұрын
I feel like a proud grand dad
@q9.sim996 ай бұрын
@@abdurrehmantariq889old ahh
@TheWeirdBois4586 ай бұрын
It was so awesome watching Stradman coming from living in a Audi TT to owning a Koenigsegg...Time flies man 😁
@yugarten85236 ай бұрын
@@doseoflzr nice to meet you Cringe !
@17Rxri6 ай бұрын
If you get hate for leasing, it’s because the haters are not able to comprehend the value of leasing the car. You’re an absolute inspiration to everyone, James.
@Gurupimp106 ай бұрын
The only annoying part about this is that he can't talk in a normal tone xD How can people listen to more then 2min of him talking is beyond me.
@tnails23976 ай бұрын
In VA the tax benefit for leasing is non existent. You have to pay taxes on full value of car regardless if you own or lease.
@mr-js9is6 ай бұрын
He’s broke. His past 100 vids have sucked. He’s not the same Strad, he’s gotten to bouji. He needs to grow up, speak and act like a man! Kid gets worked over on everything he pays to have done. Lease a Koenigseeg 🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@Phongsakorn19976 ай бұрын
agreed, so much screaming is crazy man@@Gurupimp10
@HappyGreenTea-rr8rm6 ай бұрын
@@tnails2397I live in VA Beach and I agree
@coleman97665 ай бұрын
I worked as a finance manager in car dealerships. Leasing is the smartest way to own a car if you have a business. Saves you tons on taxes. Very smart move sir
@pancakes4295 ай бұрын
You're not a car owner if you lease, as finance manager you should know that.
@dakadakoperator5 ай бұрын
@@pancakes429 Very common financial engineering. Leases have buyouts.
@pancakes4295 ай бұрын
@@dakadakoperator Leases contribute zero to the principle. To buyout would be like walking into a dealer and buying a used car. Besides the guy doesn't even have a title, how does that make the car his? He is borrowing the car by paying for depreciation to the lease company it's as simple as that. The guy is still successful.
@ELECTRICEYEMEDIA5 ай бұрын
You don't own a lease. It's a lease. LOL. Of course a finance manager at a car stealership will tell you that leasing is smart. Reality check. It isn't!
@pancakes4295 ай бұрын
@@user-qd5yg3fb9t You're a no-brainer.
@leehillon50956 ай бұрын
This is what I love about you Strad. Your honesty. I think it makes the channel a lot better because normal people can get involved and we’ve all watched you grow so much. I lost my Dad a couple of months ago so the video with your Dad is just like next level now. Can’t wait to see the truck once it’s done. Happy 2024 Strad! Lee from Yorkshire
@narainmanickam62096 ай бұрын
Don’t matter what the haters say, lease or not that car is yours. You’ve worked very hard for so many years, you deserve this. See you in the new year boss!
@Hugglepuff6 ай бұрын
end of the day they just buthurt as he technically as payments and fomalities are concerned the car belongs to him at the end of the day they hating because he now has like a 4-5 mil hypercar which they dont have
@abgamers28616 ай бұрын
Lease what it is i don’t understand
@bigdraco1516 ай бұрын
@@abgamers2861look it up
@tajemna996 ай бұрын
@@abgamers2861 He's paying for the car monthly and it isn't truly his possession until he completely pays it off. It is technically a property of the bank/leasing company until then. At least that's how it works where I live.
@ethanpark77536 ай бұрын
@@tajemna99no leasing in this case is just like renting the car. James doesn't and never will truly own the car unless he decides to take outright ownership. It's super cool though seeing how far he's come though
@prestanneff43836 ай бұрын
Realest KZfaqr period. No bs, no white lies. Full transparency. That’s why we love Strad ❤
@andrewforeman78736 ай бұрын
Came here to post this. And not only is he transparent, but his honesty is also teaching his audience small tidbits that could cause them to look into whether or not they could benefit from similar situations. Huge respect. And also - if anyone can hate on this, they aren’t listening to him - he literally got his dream car, got a tax advantage, and made it work so he can keep living the dream…. While he is transparent, he is not dodging taxes - and he will probably have a big tax expense in the future, but he’s playing the fair game and is planning for it.
@sarcasticfishy29636 ай бұрын
Bahahaha, sure buddy, sure. If he didn't yell like a 5year old, maybe i'd take him seriously. What a joke.
@shinobi33836 ай бұрын
@@sarcasticfishy2963you are a joke no 🧢
@airtimer29586 ай бұрын
@@sarcasticfishy2963 yet here you are, watching his videos and commenting...You do realize your activity gives him more exposure and money?
@sarcasticfishy29636 ай бұрын
@@airtimer2958 no, youtube autoplayed onto this. wouldn't watch this if it was the only video in existence.
@PD-28I-33O-8OOFO6 ай бұрын
You're the man Strad! Can't wait to see you build your dad's truck. All the best in 2024 brother!
@Southern_Flims5 ай бұрын
it's been amazing watching this man grow and improve over the years even though I don't know him irl I'm so proud of him we love you Stradman congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
@stingray526 ай бұрын
Having a $35,000 monthly payment for a car is is mind blowing, glad you're able to write it off on your taxes. Congratulations on your first Koenigsegg! 🎉🎉
@Shlnigamii6 ай бұрын
Thanks to us u mean. We paying it. Since we consume his content.
@farlqx6 ай бұрын
@@Shlnigamiiyeah.. but he’s still one of the most hard working people you’ll come across on the platform. It’s not like he sits inside and does nothing while getting paid
@Shlnigamii6 ай бұрын
@@farlqx for sure. That’s why I support him since 2017
@MH_61606 ай бұрын
Simp harder bro… @@farlqx
@NotyourKiNg16 ай бұрын
@@ShlnigamiiHere comes the haters
@mellomenace6 ай бұрын
Isn’t this 100% what the guys at DDE do? It’s a brilliant way to save a ton of money on something so amazing. Way to go James. 🤙🏼
@andrewscorner71396 ай бұрын
Yes, exactly what dde does for most of their cars
@hdfofficial39546 ай бұрын
Not 100% they do lease some of their cars but they own quite a few of them….. ITS DDE BABY😎
@davequag27956 ай бұрын
I don't think DDE is leasing all their cars considering how Many permanent mods they do. You can't twin turbo a leased lambo lol
@matterdeann6 ай бұрын
It's a bit different in Canada but yeah, it's a smart financial decision. I lease a car for my business and it's a nice write off.
@YZFMNY6 ай бұрын
@@davequag2795But they Twin Turboed a Ferrari f12 and then bought the car out after the stripped the hole thing
@johanw11635 ай бұрын
So happy for you dude! I'm sure you made those guys day by showing the car and revving it! That so fun! I'm from Ängelholm, Sweden and it really gets me going every time I see the cars out and about in town! Have fun!
@bluefire_gc5 ай бұрын
Hey stradman, I’ve watched your content ever since I was 8 and I’ve loved your content ever since, it has been wonderful and i am very happy and glad to see how far you made it in life. Continue what you’re doing man! ❤
@Jordan219526 ай бұрын
Who cares if you lease buy or even rent it. The fact it gets parked in your garage and key goes into your pocket is mind blowing! Congrats James!
@Amateur2k6 ай бұрын
true
@slimjimaddict13976 ай бұрын
so real
@patrickgodin57786 ай бұрын
well said my man!
@donmassey52126 ай бұрын
The fact that you took the time to explain the intricacies behind the financials around this purchase is amazing in its self. Stay dedicated to your craft and keep it up. Congratulations Brotha!
@too_cool_cat6 ай бұрын
Nice camaro
@r.holdaway58396 ай бұрын
Absolutely love this car and the stories/adventures you will be sharing. We are all living in proxy for stuff like this. These cars are so insanely rare. Bravo!!
@baked_panda_bears2256 ай бұрын
I am so proud of you man you have come so far keep up the hard work we all love you❤️
@swisskristin126 ай бұрын
I live about 2 blocks away from the Stradman’s house in Utah. Whenever I take my kids to the park or baseball diamond near him I must admit I pull down into his circle in hopes to catch a glimpse of his cars. I am happy to say we saw the Koeniggsegg. I also got to see his Veyron last year. One day I’ll muster the courage to say hello! Our neighbors that have met him have only good things to say.
@iammars1426 ай бұрын
I'm sure he appreciates you respecting his privacy and not swinging by his home. Seems like he does so many meetups that your paths will cross over time.
@kyftp-6 ай бұрын
thats so weird.
@venom58096 ай бұрын
And this is why people live in gated neighborhoods 😂
@jason401.6 ай бұрын
you guys hating on a dad just trying to make his kids happy is mad depressing
@rickertonfickerton12686 ай бұрын
@@jason401.It’s not really hate, people should just respect other people’s privacy. This is kind of a different situation though considering they’re neighbors lol
@andrewscarsandfinance53456 ай бұрын
As a fellow finance & accounting person, I applaud the way you and your accountant worked through the financial implications of leasing vs buying the Koenigsegg. It was a smart move that will save a lot in taxes. Hopefully you also have a buyout option and a set residual value in the agreement to eliminate any potential issues when you reach that point. Congrats!
@daviddraddy6 ай бұрын
Appreciate the honesty in the video. I’m all for leasing if the numbers make sense. This must have been written to essentially be financing but with monthly taxes. Car is worth 2m, assuming 35k includes tax, he’s paying 32k a month pre-tax, or 1.5m over 4 years. Even assuming an insane like .004 money factor, that still would mean 1m paid toward the car, which would assume a 1m residual value. Assume the car stays worth 2m, he is paying 2.5m for a 2m dollar car, and can take a tax deduction of 1.5m over those 4 years. Assuming 10% sales tax, he would have paid 200k in tax to buy the car for 2m, so he’s putting 300k on top to lease. 1.5m of deductions would give…550 of tax relief assuming a 35% effective tax rate? So 300 grand incremental paid over 4 years to save 200 grand. Or it’s structure just to allow tax write of, with residual effectively zero. 500k down, 1.5m over 4 years, 250k residual or something like that. That could make sense as well.
@Suko446 ай бұрын
@@daviddraddything is the car won’t stay worth 2m is will continue to go up
@TheSiteKing6 ай бұрын
@@daviddraddy As I've seen on previous videos, this car is worth around 5 millions, unless the owner made a better price for him.
@manganvbg906 ай бұрын
@@TheSiteKingno, its the Regera thats 5 million. not the Agera
@turbot_6 ай бұрын
I want to know the purchase option as well. Leasing an asset that's appreciating is definitely not the typical scenario.
@craigparks8336 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing. That has always been my dream car. You taught me some game. Thank you. Been following you since the Gallardo day. You are inspiration.God bless you. Happy New Year 🎊
@PeopleRewind5 ай бұрын
Love your honesty, I really look up to you bro, congrats!
@D.BeMe16 ай бұрын
It doesn't matter how you got it. What matters is that you're pursuing YOUR dreams. The haters need to spend less time worrying about your ambitions and focus their attention on theirs. Congrats, my guy!
@cfm_27116 ай бұрын
well spoken
@masterplaiia6 ай бұрын
after working for a while at koenigsegg, the one thing that i kept on hearing is that theres alot of customers that waste the cars life on letting it sit while we legit test them to the max to make sure our customers gets the best out of the car. thank you for showing people how to properly use a koenigsegg
@mercerreilly69845 ай бұрын
I’m so happy seeing Stratman succeed in life it just makes me feel so happy and proud of how far he has come stradman hold on to that
@jamesjjb00755 ай бұрын
Hey, love your KZfaq Blog. Thanks for the Financial knowledge. I'm almost 70 and I've Just LEARNED A WHOLE LOT MORE! Keep Up the GOOD Work. Tell All The Haters to GET BACK...GOD BLESS!
@michaelmojica36016 ай бұрын
As a finance and accounting student. I can’t thank you enough for being so financially transparent it truly helps us think about buying not just cars but anything in a financially smart way!
@FordMustangYT6 ай бұрын
I'm also an Accounting major who is currently a Freshman at a University. There are a lot of things from this video that I learned about that will come in handy for my future classes and exams! Strad is not only an automotive KZfaqr who was an Accountant in the past life, but he is also a teacher.
@safersephiroth9436 ай бұрын
Do not think he’s going to be able to write off the lease on his taxes. 432k a year to borrow a car you use in a couple of KZfaq videos is not a business expense. There are limitations and there’s nothing ordinary about this. The rules on writing off a lease are complicated, but none of them allow for this. As you continue your studies, hopefully they’ll teach you some tax law. This is scammy bad advice tiktok has peddled and it will get you in trouble.
@FordMustangYT6 ай бұрын
@@safersephiroth943 Noted. Maybe there is something he is hiding behind the scenes. For the record, I don't even use TikTok, nor have an account on it because of the stupidity and propaganda behind the platform. I took everything from this video, but there is a very good chance you are right. Strad's financial institution may very well be bending the rules even though he says that the tax advantages are provided according to law. My University definitely teaches tax law for a fact in the upper years as I heard about it. The University I attend has a 82% CPA exam pass rate, which places the school 3rd in my state. I'll definitely understand all of this once I have more experience in my studies. I just completed my first semester in college, so I still have a long way to go.
@michaelmojica36016 ай бұрын
What you think and what is fact are two different things. He’s abiding completely by the tax code he’ll use this car to make tons of videos which will make it a tax write off (not entirely)
@safersephiroth9436 ай бұрын
@@michaelmojica3601 nope. Not true. Learn the tax code. A lease can only be deducted under certain circumstances and making videos is not one. And you cannot deduct his. It’s far too high.
@XXxpro23xXX6 ай бұрын
Proud of you James been watching for about 5 years and it's awesome to see how far you've come! Also I think the color is sick dude. No one has a Koenigsegg that color
@thenamesPRINDLE6 ай бұрын
Speaking for all of us +5 year subscribers 🤙🏼 love you Strad
@_not_your_mom6 ай бұрын
5+ years watching, his excitement driving this car is unmatched
@venom58096 ай бұрын
It's a wrap, anyone with a Koenigsegg can have that color in a few days. LOL
@vanisree96055 ай бұрын
It's really fascinating how strad ignores haters and works his way up. Strad, you have been an inspiration for so many and I'm one of them. Somebody oneday, I will also have a huge car collection and of course, a Koenigsegg. Your videos never fail to motivate. Thank you strad and keep inspiring us!! ❤
@jasonaune68895 ай бұрын
Stradman thank you for being so open and upfront with all of us. Congrats man. It’s your car bro. You do what ever you want and get the vids comming bro.
@adriangarza35416 ай бұрын
You don’t have to justify yourself James, we all trust that you make the best decisions for your business
@rhddc26 ай бұрын
He’s proven time and time again that he doesn’t make the best financial decisions. Look at the house. It’s not even close to being finished yet here he is paying a $35k lease
@lmpactic6 ай бұрын
@@rhddc2It’s a business decision to reduce his business tax liability. His house isn’t his priority anymore it’s his cars / business
@Espikay6 ай бұрын
@@rhddc2 that's what I was thinking, but I am sure James has something planned out to finish his house.
@CMH_19756 ай бұрын
@@rhddc2what's not finished? The bat cave and basement? I'm sure he has plenty of room for himself and his dog.
@corail536 ай бұрын
@@lmpactic Except he won't be legally able to write off that much as such an expense. If he writes off 35k a month for a car as a business expense he is going to get a pretty big audit from the taxman.
@brandonurban95376 ай бұрын
I appreciate your clarity James. You are still human and you are not afraid to show it. I’m so glad I got to watch you grow. Congratulations!
@kevinrojas51416 ай бұрын
Facts!💯
@arnavaoi46035 ай бұрын
Hey man. Its awesome to be owning such a car like this. The color looks amazing in my opinion. You are fulfilling a huge goal! Good job with the Agera HH!
@robbythescot97815 ай бұрын
Totally makes sense to do it that way, and when the lease ends you can buy the car to keep forever. awesome car james congrats. so glad to see you achieve this goal. Looking forward to a bunch of crazy videos with the Agera!
@JellyLancelot6 ай бұрын
What I love is this comment section is always one of the most supportive and wholesome places on the Internet. It’s just incredible the community that he’s been able to foster, love you all ❤️ it always makes me want to watch as it’s all just so happy! And strad is always so detailed about the finances too, so interesting!
@lincolnmarklt6 ай бұрын
Lol KZfaq deletes any comment but positive garbage
@MrHushCrush6 ай бұрын
No one has a better idea about leasing or paying it on cash than you James. You have come a long way, and you know what’s best for you.
@GuitarExpress6 ай бұрын
I remember watching you when you were living in the TT, now this. Unvelivable man! Congrats!
@juandupreez27296 ай бұрын
Congratulations mister Stradman im truly jealous and happy for you love the pink wrap on the car cant wait to see what you have in plan with the car .
@MikeLowrie1006 ай бұрын
From a business standpoint leasing is the way to go. I work for a company that leases all their vehicles over a fixed term then buys them out when the term is done. Proud of you strad. More DDE colabs in the future please.
@paisano3166 ай бұрын
Do the previous lease payments count towards the purchase price? Is the purchase price the FMV or is it at a discount?
@aggakagandauff6 ай бұрын
@@paisano316that's what I want to know. It wouldn't make sense to pay millions in lease payments over the years only to pay the value of the car (5mil) to buy it out after leasing term has finished.
@ezrabarides42786 ай бұрын
As an experienced tax CPA , you did a very good job at explaining this in layman’s terms. I agree with you, in ur scenario it makes much more sense to lease vs buy it in cash. Kudos to you and your accountant for thinking in advance.
@meeragray74416 ай бұрын
Burlacher? Lol
@safersephiroth9436 ай бұрын
It’s a shame he thinks he can write this off. There’s no way the irs is going to accept a 430k write off for a car used in a couple of KZfaq videos. A lot of tax law ignorance is around here. Need more cpas speaking out against it before they find themselves in the middle of an audit with a massive tax bill compounding with interest and late penalties.
@1936chevypuАй бұрын
@@safersephiroth943 ok genius. His business is making content the car is content. Making money then it’s a write off. Same as a construction company having a 2 million dollar bulldozer. All my vehicles are leased other than my truck that’s over 6k pounds they’re all write offs. I take it you don’t have a business LLC or have even leased a vehicle in your life. Take your w2 and do your basic turbo tax refund and cry. Maybe watch one the 1000s of KZfaq videos explaining this to you on your lunch break and get educated on all the things you can write off as business expenses. 😂
@safersephiroth943Ай бұрын
@@1936chevypu wrong
@safersephiroth943Ай бұрын
@@1936chevypu comparing a passenger vehicle to construction equipment is where you done fucked up a a Ron. They’re not the same thing in the tax code or reality.
@Oscuro746 ай бұрын
Always love the honesty from James
@emoneyalb5 ай бұрын
I love you stradman you make my days better.
@robertw51676 ай бұрын
As a business owner, we definitely look at things in a different light than someone who has a 9 to 5 job everyday and has no write offs. Good call James.
@twotwolow23436 ай бұрын
For you paying taxes definitely see different light but ordinary people works for money may not see any light on leasing 😅
@sergiolandz60566 ай бұрын
And without those 9-5 workers your business would not happen. Be humble.
@safersephiroth9436 ай бұрын
It’s a shame this isn’t a legitimate write off. Oh wait. It’s not a shame. It’s common sense. No way in hell he’s going to be able to write off almost half a mil a year on a damn car. The irs will not accept it.
@squished18796 ай бұрын
Thanks for being so open about the finances. It's obvious that one of the reasons you've been so successful is that you've managed the business side of things extremely well.
@totallyrandom36105 ай бұрын
The adhd of this guys is crazier than the car hahaha
@dandan90805 ай бұрын
35k a month is crazyyyy I hope ya keep it forever mane, best of luck 💪🏾
@sandalphoncpu6 ай бұрын
Leasing for business expenses basically opens a door to new possibilities. Now I can’t wait to see what other cars or hypercars you’re going to get in the future without having to sacrifice the Agera
@FriendlieGhost6 ай бұрын
I hope I speak for all of us long time fans when I say; We’ve been waiting for this day for so long. We knew you’d get there Strad. I remember when I found you, your first video in the first Lambo. What a wild ride of up and downs, true transparency. We appreciate you being a real one.
@jamiethompson41676 ай бұрын
you speak for me.
@Iron.Monkey5 ай бұрын
Dude... Outstanding. I love the car the colour and your channel. Keep rocking.
@themichaelgabriel5 ай бұрын
Congratulations 🎊 👏🏿
@Romanrothmanphotography6 ай бұрын
it’s so awesome to see stradman get a veyron and an egg! Well deserved and congratulations 🎉 you are now a proud member of the ghost squadron
@michaeltaylor42716 ай бұрын
Pretty sure the veyron is sold.
@yumnaali42236 ай бұрын
As in he used to own one (the veyron) and obviousley the veyron is already sold
@Shreddah6 ай бұрын
I'm an OG subscriber, and I'm not using that term loosely. Been here since 2015, and it's been joyful following your journey. I remember people criticizing and giving you a hard time for financing the Gallardo, and look where you are now. I expect that most of those people, these armchair experts, are still living the same mundane lives they lived back in 2015 - so much for that expertize. I think you still are perfectly able to make the most sound economically decisions for you and your business.
@ZarcRoblox6 ай бұрын
i love how transparent hes always been, i remember watching the videos where he would break down step by step how much his gallardo had cost him after 6 months, 1 year, etc etc
@kristiwilbun186 ай бұрын
Damn your cool
@bshingledecker6 ай бұрын
I think I was a pre 10k sub. I could tell this kid had the drive and passion along with the personality that would click with everyone. I do miss the ski box though.
@Wojack-016 ай бұрын
Bro you’re basically the stradman wow can I hold your hand
@bobbyaxelrod41536 ай бұрын
We’ll said 💪🏼
@chrismckenzie7125 ай бұрын
New follower! Love your energy man. Congrats on the car. You deserve it. Seems like I need to open a business and lease luxury vehicles as company cars for the tax advantage. I learned something today thanks to your video. Keep up the great work and content
@colesyAL6 ай бұрын
that specific koenigsegg has been my dream car for years and years its nice to see one being driven for fun and the happiness hes getting from it, very wholesome
@sverresundby48216 ай бұрын
It is amazing how transparent James is. Its really interesting to be so involved with his cars and the journey. Love it!!
@feederx085 ай бұрын
He seems full of himself
@notdivinium6 ай бұрын
Its so great seeing the koenigsegg next to your dad's truck, its just a great way to show people where you started from and where you're at now
@ivanko805 ай бұрын
Wow love how you explained everthing, and that you told US you are leasing it. Greetings from Sweden ✌🏼️
@gregwhitworth80025 ай бұрын
Haters will be haters! Do what is best for you, ALWAYS! Keep being you and bringing the unbelievable content.
@buildingAbiz6 ай бұрын
I don't know how anyone could hate on someone who can afford to pay $35k per month to lease their car, quite amazing! Congratulations on your success 🥳 I have been subscribed to your channel when you had about 100k subscribers pretty amazing to see the growth you have had!
@JamesJones-gj1ii6 ай бұрын
Probably because it’s a giant waste of money.
@INDIANBEA5T6 ай бұрын
@@JamesJones-gj1iinot a waste of money. Rare cars go up in value. It's to save on taxes
@frusenko6 ай бұрын
Having money doesn’t somehow make you above being able to be criticized. That’s ridiculous. But James doesn’t deserve criticism for leasing the car. Sounds like it’s the best option for him which is all that matters in this situation
@JamesJones-gj1ii6 ай бұрын
@@INDIANBEA5T he doesn’t own the car. Any increase in value he doesn’t earn unless he buys the car outright. The guy has worked hard so props to him but he is a financial disaster.
@dr.k71116 ай бұрын
@@JamesJones-gj1ii You can still purchase a car that's leased, which he has stated in this/his previous video is his intent as of now. In a way, you can compare the end picture to something like traditional financing, the main difference is how long you'll be making the payments on the car. If he doesn't want to compromise cash flow, paying over time is a superior decision, as buying it outright immediately could put him in a worse-off position if some other huge expense follows closely after.
@markcady68826 ай бұрын
The fact you can pay $36k per month is baller man….. write off or not, you have come a long way and nobody cares whether you paid cash or not. The most important thing is that you’ve got your house, health, friends and family……. You look after those four things by keeping what you are doing and Mr Stradman Sir, you will continue to be the king of automotive KZfaq . Peace
@timbershadow16 ай бұрын
Amen brothaman
@colmohare43086 ай бұрын
the way he pays 36k a month right, later on down the line when he wants to buy the car does that mean strad will still have to pay the full price of the koniggsegg or is it minus the amount he has already paid in monthly instalments for the leasing
@katlis6 ай бұрын
@@colmohare4308 He would have to pay full price. He is renting/leasing. Just like if you rent a house for 5 years from the owner of the house, you can't deduct those rent payments you made if you want to buy it. And the owner/bank can set any price they want for a full purchase.
@klevikaraj80046 ай бұрын
@@colmohare4308it has got to be minus what he has payed cuz it would be crazy if he still pays full price and it would make no sense to lease it.
@Maria-vt9zp6 ай бұрын
He’s writing it off at the end of the year and getting the money back though
@JoeshenSingh-eq3tl5 ай бұрын
proud of how far you've come
@WhipstrTV6 ай бұрын
Congrats Brotha! Soo Happy for you!
@CYBERBOIUK6 ай бұрын
Honestly, the biggest shocker I have had was a meeting with my accountant that told me to not buy a car cash, and to finance it through the business. Saved me thousands, and when I have attended car meets and people have always said stuff like "the bank owns your car" I just laugh it off. Anyone has the potential to make money and effectively become rich, but the ones that stay rich are the ones that are smart with money. Look at the majority of lottery winners, they end up broke after a few years.
@nikola110419926 ай бұрын
Amen. Whoever didn't work his butt of for the money he/she ownes they don't know to respect it. Respecting it leada to smart spending leads to having even more.
@TruthHunter6356 ай бұрын
Good portion of lottery winners become broke because of there mindset definitely. Spend fk ton asap and flaunt with the best shit without proper investments.
@twotwolow23436 ай бұрын
@@TruthHunter635or paying it fast 😅 i mean you can take the money else we're and make it double then pay the car every month instead of pay it in cash
@venom58096 ай бұрын
I don't believe that statistic at all, I have two friends that won the lottery years ago and they very much still have their money. I know several pro athletes also and they have their money too. Maybe in the old days this used to happen but much less so now.
@supercarsofwichita94856 ай бұрын
I like hearing the financial side of things when it comes to owning these cars, James is definitely very well versed from his previous job
@nft48075 ай бұрын
Congratulations bro you deserve it more then any other
@camgaming37726 ай бұрын
Congratulations 🎉🎉
@IxDEVOUTxI6 ай бұрын
Saw you yesterday and I WANTED to turn around and get a better look but I couldn't do it safely! I was sad the entire day! First time ever seeing one of my favorite cars in person. I hope you bring her out to an event that we can all come by and see her in person!
@TheStradman6 ай бұрын
I’m gonna drive her all the time! And definitely will take her to a few public events and I’ll announce it ahead of time
@Kevins93cobra6 ай бұрын
@@TheStradman Exotics on Broadway, car week, 2024... just a suggestion. :)
@EDV8ZR16 ай бұрын
@@Kevins93cobra And I Hope James Brings his Drone also for a good Aerial Shot.
@quesadajose73806 ай бұрын
shout out to you guys in the comment section. it’s good to see everybody spreading positiveness and also congrats to stradman for building the best fan base in the history of youtube, in my opinion. love u all.
@jaymo90856 ай бұрын
Good vibes only, right?
@joelcs585 ай бұрын
You do You bro I'm EXTREMELY PROUD OF YOU! THATS BEING SMART❤❤❤❤
@UltimateMixing5 ай бұрын
I don't think I've ever smiled as much as I have been watching this video! Congratulations, I remember when you got your Aventador and got those white rims haha
@bfig64826 ай бұрын
Strad is the man. Amazing to see how far he has come and how much he’s accomplished. Super inspiring!!
@staychrispy916 ай бұрын
This guys getting new HyperCars every week when he should be restoring his dads truck
@bwill40345 ай бұрын
Happy that you were able to get this car!!!
@addisonpeterson4 ай бұрын
Congrats Bro, Congrats! Swan song moment for sure. You are my hero!
@Zanoviz6 ай бұрын
Massive congrats on the egg, it's crazy to see where you started and where you are now, the journey is the most important part and the outcome is very well deserved. Everyone starts somewhere and its up to you to paint your success. Again Massive CONGRATS STRADMAN
@TheConfuzed16 ай бұрын
You made the right decision. Leasing that car is the right way to do it. Way to go James… I’ve been following you since you first got the Gallardo. I don’t recall exactly how many subs then, but I want to say it was between 20-30k. You’ve come sooo far in that very short time! Hard, persistent work, has really paid off. Don’t change anything. Keep fueling the haters and keep blasting into the stratosphere! One day, you’ll have another Bugatti, a Centenario, AND the Koenigsegg. 🎉
@rsj_media5 ай бұрын
The color is amazing! Will not get old!
@renoboyy6665 ай бұрын
Amazing vid. The outside shots where on point. Congrats!
@mjl30376 ай бұрын
As a 54 year old, and making my second attempt at a side business while working a day job, your financial wisdom is appreciated. You and the DDE boys are insparational. Keep up the good work!
@SaiduKalale-hl6ds6 ай бұрын
James you've achieved so much and you deserve it❤
@jisble186 ай бұрын
Congratulations, I think you have 100% made the right decision.
@borlanderobertson56665 ай бұрын
It's cool to see you so happy. Nice car man.❤
@Kmurrproductions6 ай бұрын
I’m so glad you give us the raw emotion of what you’re feeling going through all of these accomplishments and goals reached truly inspiring 🐐
@rsbrsb20166 ай бұрын
Never been more happy for someone, congratulations man. Very well deserved and massive W for your business longevity.
@ma7xr5 ай бұрын
@Repent-and-believe-in-Jesusnuh-uh
@The_journeyy6 ай бұрын
What a great dream to come well done 🎉
@stevememc81604 ай бұрын
Since English isn't my first language, and as a guy that barely understands anything about finance, this video couldn't be more mind bending 😅 But as a long time subscriber, and as a part of the ghost squad family (I mean as a big fan of the Eggs 😅), I couldn't be more happy with your achievement, you transparency and your positivity my man James! ❤
@theayushman29096 ай бұрын
I love how u always tell us about the financial figures and never lie to us. Keep it up man, u deserve it. It's been a long road for u,I'm glad it's all paying off ❤️
@josephb16576 ай бұрын
That’s why James has been so successful and continues to be. What a smart financial decision instead of jumping right into the purchase, playing the long game 👌🏻 what a beautiful car! So glad you didn’t let it get away!
@colinslaboden6 ай бұрын
Love the car and color! Good work James!
@who_ghost286 ай бұрын
I must say its my first hearing this beast nor any of the koenigsegg ever i will say im in love with it❤️🔥
@louissimmonds40646 ай бұрын
Been watching for 6 years now literally a third of my life and your the only youtuber I watch every video of. I'm so happy you finally got the Agera congrats James !!
@vidoru6 ай бұрын
So proud of him, been watching him for the last 7 years
@adrianledgister42795 ай бұрын
Been watching this man from I was 8 years old I'm now 17 seeing this make me so emotional from stupid Audi R8 with a ski box on top to a koenigsegg is so crazy.
@sinisterspeed58295 ай бұрын
Sounds like a smart move. That's the difference of experience rather than just having to much money. How to keep building, use your experience to take advantage, capitalize on the rules you didn't write but have to live by. Congrats!
@doggofv6 ай бұрын
Watching you go from homeless to owning your own koenigsegg has been an amazing journey and you deserve it. Glad the internet made the right person famous
@jdkdomain6 ай бұрын
You do a great job and deserve all your success with all your hard work. You are an incredible inspiration to everyone who watch your videos. Hope you have a great 2024 and wish you continued success. Looking forward to more great videos
@gingey_YT5 ай бұрын
I love the colour. I think it looks amazing
@jasoninpersonam36646 ай бұрын
Hell yeeeah! All these years I've been wondering how long it would be before you got your hands on the GodSPEED car! YOU HAVE ARRIVED JAMES! To be honest I just caught up with the last few videos and I kind of knew this would be it. Huston Crosta adorned you with a priceless opportunity! Be open and proud of every possible reason of how you acquired it! That pink Porsche color is most appropriate on this car and in the future consider a Deadpool color theme with the Deadpool emblem and quote somewhere on it "maximum effort!"