I can appreciate Roman's affection for a car that in the eyes of most isn't the greatest, but in his eyes has been exactly what he wanted it to be.

You pay your bills, you look after your loved ones. You know *EXACTLY* how to man. Look after yourself and give yourself a break, we all love your contribution to RCR. I look forward to your next deep dive.

Mental health is health. I applaud you Nick for putting yourself out there. There are too many folks who don't seek treatment because "it's all in their head". We all need to accept the fact that mental health is misunderstood, and often under diagnosed. We value you Nick. You're a Rockstar.

Roman’s a brilliant writer

As someone with an advanced creative degree and the decades of debt and near poverty that follow, I understand where you're at now. As someone further along I can say the edges smooth out and normal attainable goods like appliance transportation and hobby transportation can co-exist. Until then, thanks for reminding me that what I felt and went through wasn't mine alone. Nobody gets what they deserve but everyone gets what they get. If you can figure out how to think less about it, that energy can go toward getting more. Its not easy but this seems like the right way to start.

This is the man that made the best Saab history video to probably ever be made. Protect him at all cost.

This car has as much value to this channel as the Forester, sad to see it go but also excited for what's to come.

"Thank you for being *my* car." The things I wish I'd told my Focus before selling it to the next owner. So well written. Thanks for sharing your story Roman. Thanks for sharing Betty's story.

I'm still listening to the whole video, but just wanted to say - Roman, you're an AWESOME writer because you can translate really complicated feelings into words so perfectly. Take time for yourself and allow yourself to celebrate your wins - you deserve them! I think some items become unintentional buckets for our emotional weight - we dump the feelings and problems we haven't or can't yet process. Some people keep dumping those buckets into new buckets, hoping the next one has enough holes to drain the problems for us. Others try to dump the buckets, only to watch them fill again with new problems or requiring newer, bigger buckets. Some of us eventually figure out how to empty the buckets ourselves, cup by cup, until the bucket isn't necessary anymore. I know this is an old beater mustang, but I get the vibe this is a bucket that you've slowly and successfully emptied yourself. Be proud of that, and don't worry if you need another bucket for a while to keep catching the extra stuff.

As someone with anxiety myself, I can appreciate you putting yourself out there! This was an amazing video and shows a personal side of you along with still being about cars. Truly incredible the talent you have in writing sir! Can’t wait for the “long video”

I like hearing you, Roman. I love Mr. Regular and his cynical humor, but you (the Roman) bring a certain light-heartedness and abundant enthusiasm that I enjoy hearing. You're a good (Ro)man. Keep doing what you do, and I'll be here for the next RCR Stories. I always look forward to listening to them.

Sad to see betty go, this was probably my favorite and most relatable car I've seen on this channel. My mom had a 2003 Mustang with the 3.8 V6 and bought it as a fun cruiser, it was a bad purchase descision at the time with a kid (and another planned). It was an impulse buy because she went through alot with the loss of her second child, so she felt as if maybe it could be a treat to her. She knew always that it wasn't a smart decision, but she liked it for the little it gave her. She likes to recall memories of her and my sister driving to mcdonalds on Saturday with the roof down, she felt as if it was her car and that no other car could give that same experience to her. Also, yes she did have another, more practical, car. The mustang wasnt her daily, instead her 2000 Ford Windstar was her daily driver. Which, funnily enough, had the same 3.8 V6 in it. What I've learned from this channel is that you don't need a good car to like, you need a car that is YOURS to like. I hold extreme sentimental value to every car I own or my family owns, and I partially blame this channel. But I'm grateful for that. Thanks for reading this wall of text!!

Sometimes we grow past our cars. You had many great years with it, hope you find a worthy successor

I was not expecting to tear up, especially over a car video. You and Mr.Regular have been opening up so much lately, and it feels like an old friend trusting and confiding in you.

I've been a sucscriber of RCR for a long time and the weirdness is great but the RCR Stories are some of the content that really keeps me interested - the long format and the detail and inference that they go into is rare these days, not just on KZfaq. I really appreciate the work that you put in to them.

Just give it to your nephew. It has sentimental value and might even get him to learn how to fix cars.

I know many will say the same but you do deserve the good things that you have had and you deserve many more. It was a pleasure to meet you back when you visited the UK. I have always enjoyed your RCR Stories and really appreciate how open and candid you have been in this video. It's hard to let go of something you have cherished for so long but a lot of what you have said resonated with me. Whatever you get next, I hope it serves you well and you enjoy it as much as Betty. I hope she goes to a good home too. Thanks Roman.

As a fellow portorrican, I commend you for speaking about your battles with mental health and your approach to life. You are a wonderful resource and component of this channel, one that become one of my favorite. Thanks for all you do and we as a group are rooting for you always.

Roman, you made me cry so much man. When you started going on about your childhood traumas and lack of a Father figure, it made my own personal past with my father jump right out and kick me in the nose. I never thought a new episode of RCR would be the catalyst for me seeking help on my own mental health.

This was an incredibly candid and relatable video on so many levels. Thank you so much for what you do for the channel Nick.

The intersection of real life introspection and crazy automotive entertainment on this channel never ceases to amaze me. Putting yourself out there is never easy. I respect you, Roman, for taking the time to make this video and for going in so deep on your thoughts, feelings, and connection to this car. You deserve your success. You did the work. It didn't happen spontaneously. This channel wouldn't be the same without you. Every longtime viewer knows that. Good luck selling Betty and I hope you find something that better aligns with your current needs and interests in her stead.

I keep thinking about Romans nephew who loved the car and hoped to one day drive it. Hope he gets his own mustang one day

Hi Roman! I just wanna say a couple things 1) if you’re selling Betty, I’d love to buy her! I think I could give her a great home and treat her right. And I’d be willing to pay a fair price as well 2) WE ALL LOVE YOU! This channel wouldn’t be what it is without you, and your outlook on life is something I aspire to. You seem like a great guy and I hope everything works out for you dude. You deserve it.

Roman is a very interesting person. Made me cry several times. The photos really got me. I’m typing this half way through but I needed a break. Hi everyone

As someone who deeply loves cars and their history, and also no longer drives due to self-care reasons, it's really inspiring and lovely to hear how far you've come, and how composed you are, ready for the next chapter, the next car. I hope I can feel that same way one day. Until then, love the videos.

Sometimes I look at a car and feel like it has a soul. But it has nothing to do with what car is it, or what state is it in. It's just the love of the owner that get's stuck to it like a warm aura around it.

It's always sad to let a car you love go but there's a special sense of closure you get when you part with it on your own terms. I felt the exact same with my dream car, a Gen-2 Toyota 4Runner. Letting go of a beloved car is difficult, but the memories and adventures a car takes you on are something that you never let go. I appreciate you Roman, stay strong brother

So this is why Mr. Regular and Roman released their review a day early, they knew we'd need something to lighten the mood 😪. Cheers for putting this out there, couldn't watch all of it but loving it so far. May you find a worthy successor 🙌🏼

The intro with the appreciation for the time you have had together, but knowing that when there are more bad days than good days, knowing where to draw the line, really spoke to me. I’m currently going through this with my senior dog. Our girl has been with us for many years and it’s absolutely crushing me knowing I’m going to have to make one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever made probably very soon. As with much of the RCR content, I find myself struck by how much this video resonated with me. Thank you.

You do deserve all of your success. I love how earnest, up front and casually you can talk about anything and words just flow. I could listen to you talk all day. You've got an awesome voice and a down to earth personality, and as someone who also struggles with anxiety putting yourself out there like that can't be a cake walk. The amount of potential mental health has robbed from me continues to be a struggle and I seriously applaud you for still managing to put out meaningful funny and insightful content throughout it all. Take care of yourself man.

Amazing video, one of your best yet. The PR gloves in the mirror

You deserve your successes. I found RCR about 4 years ago and it's become something I look forward to every Monday, a little highlight to break the start of week blues. Lost count of the quotes I've used, including repeated use of "MORE TRIANGLES!" from the RX-8 video. RCR stories are amazing, so much research must go into them, you deserve the success off the back of those alone.

idk if you will see this, or if it will even mean much, but if nothing else, I could listen to you tell stories non-stop. There's something about the way you tell these stories that really puts you in such a vulnerable place that I can't help but respect you. One annoying thing about anxiety is that everyone has it. Or at least they will tell you they do. And not to diminish anyone's struggles, but this really shows the toll it can take on a person, but more than that, it shows that you can make progress. You have a bunch of fans that are cheering you on, wanting you to be happy. And don't forget that.

This video really struck a chord with me today, I appreciate all of the comments about anxiety and mental health. I’m currently in a place where I’m having to realign a lot of big priorities and make big scary changes in my life, it’s incredibly scary and I’m also in a similar spot with my car. I’ve only had one car so far, almost for 10 years and it’s an 07 so already had about 65K miles when I got it. I have a lot of sentimental feelings for the car, it’s seen me through college, my first job after school, good times and bad, and it’s fun to drive on good days, but it’s been a maintenance nightmare at the same time…I also own it outright, which is largely the reason I’ve kept it…but at what cost? I totally get where you are coming from with your feelings on selling your Mustang. I’ve also struggled with anxiety and confidence. That’s funny you mentioned not feeling comfortable driving other people around, I’ve been the same way in areas I’m unfamiliar with. Thank you for the thoughtful commentary and discussion on priorities in life, your writing and ability to describe such complex feelings is incredible, I think I needed it.

I don't care about 99% of the cars on RCR, I come here for the writing and the sense of love for the craft. RCR has become my Prairie Home Companion, Car Talk, and The New Yorker all rolled into a foul mouthed and very funny adventure. Keep up the good work, RCR and the deep dives have some of the best writing on the web.

Damn. This hit on a lot of my own issues as well. Anxiety is something I deal with as well and I applaud you for being so open regarding your own issues as well as your support for therapy. I fall into that same "imposter" syndrome sometimes just by being a self-professed "car guy" who doesn't own an interesting car. I talked myself out of a dozen cars when I sold my Mazda3 and eventually needed to replace it - "it takes premium", "it's not reliable", "it's too big", "it's too ( ___ )". I got an old boring Fit that sounds like a sewing machine which I'll eventually give to my son. After that? Who knows. Probably something else that is logical rather than interesting. But when I remind myself that I can enjoy and appreciate cars without having to own them or know them inside and out, I feel like a better version of myself.

Blah blah blah parasocial relationship with two dudes from Pennsylvania blah. You guys have given us such a deep look into your lives and I just want to express my gratitude for you guys continuing to do so. I've watched RCR since the toyota echo days when I was a kid wanting to do research on my first car and I still keep up with you guys as an adult. Thank you guys for literally helping shape the way I view cars and the world. Much love.

Struggling with mental health myself I really connected and appreciate this video. My 03 Tahoe I grew up in and it was my first car. Its no longer my daily but I still own and drive it often, Its probably the only reason I'm still here and I still use it has an escape. It means a lot that you were able to put yourself out there.

I know you’re probs not going to see this but I do understand as I too am only just getting mental health support from non other than a 89 year old woman that does it as a charity. I learned from her that just because something is in the past and you’re not necessarily living with the problems anymore, doesn’t mean you’re still not affected by them today. Getting such wisdom and understanding from someone with so much experience has been nothing short of enlightening, I just wish I knew of her sooner, I wouldn’t be in the mess I’m in. But that’s hindsight for you. But she truly is amazing. Like you I feel like I’m finally getting somewhere after over a decade and a half of looking for help. I’m so glad you’re finally getting better, because I know how that feels after living through so much helplessness.

I might not watch rcr stories when they first come out, but summertime, rainfall, working in the garage and a Bluetooth speaker. That’s when rcr stories are the best background, light listening stuff out there. I appreciate them.

Roman you are amazing. Sending love and support from P.R. 🇵🇷 You're doing great man, and you deserve everything good in your life. It's definitely a blow to part ways with Red Betty. I own a 98' Mitsubishi Montero SR and I'm going to be very sad to see her go one day. Take care of yourself Roman, your mental health matters. You'll be okay since you're taking ownership of the good and the bad.

I thank you for sharing this and wish you the best with whatever car you get next, I completely understand the sentimental attachment but also respect what your doing if it means a betterment in your long term mental health. As a fellow car lover and someone who also struggles with anxiety and mental health disorders I wish you nothing but the best and consider you an amazing part of the channel for RCR stories alone.

I lost my father at 16 (I just turned 30 this month) so I know what you mean when you talk about your Dad. Life is hard when you don't get to know your Dad and lack that father figure. Stay strong brother 💓

This was amazing. Roman put it all out there, and that was absolutely beautiful. You absolutely deserve things, Roman.

I've been obsessed with cars since I was 7 years old, yet nearly all of my car choices have been practical. I came up rather poor and from a pretty eff'd up family, so the security of something reliable and comfortable was something I needed, even though my heart wanted the most impractical, loud, fast car I could get. Concentrated on my career, marriage, getting a house, getting decent savings together instead of my car fetish. Finally at 40 (53 now) I bought my first toy, a "99 C5 Corvette, FRC, manual trans. I literally had tears in my eyes driving it home. The Corvette was the culmination of all of my hard work to escape my past and inner doubts and demons. I still have it. I don't own a garage, but every year it goes into storage for the winter, and comes out in the early spring so I can drive it sparingly and enjoy every mile. At this point, for as little as I drive it (I work at home), I really can't justify keeping it, but I do. It needs little things at this point due to age, but so do I, and the fact that it can silence the b.s. in my head with a quick downshift makes it all worthwhile. No shame in getting rid of the Mustang for something more practical, it's just a stepping stone to a better life.

You guys are terrific writers. And skilled entertainers. Appreciate the well-deserved accolades. Nice job.

Roman, your authenticity is what makes this channel shine brighter than you Im sure you don’t always realize. It’s you, and moving on from your Mustang, along with your explanation behind it hit home for me and everyone who’s lucky enough to see this videos and loves cars. You have a gift with words and I’m excited to see what your future holds. Keep on pushing, you’ve got this.

We love you, Roman! Thanks for all your wisdom, content creation and stories over the years!

This is me. I can believe it. I never knew so much about you. This my car. Same feeling when getting it, same problems you’ve had, same feeling trying to let go. I love my car my v6 convertible 2004 mustang. It has had horrible break downs, it has been flooded, let me down at some times….but this car has pulled through for me so many times. Protected me from what could have been a car crash and was in tip top condition 3 days later. Shut down and then came back to life after swimming and somehow it turned back on and took me and my sister back home in the middle of a typhoon. I’ve had so many moments where I shared love, pain, relieve and joy with my friends and significant others….it hurts to have all of those, and feel like the car is just not reliable enough for me. No matter how many checks I make, how much diligent maintenance I do, how much money I pour into her. Yet when I needed her she was there. It fucking hurts. As stupid as it sounds, since high school this car has been there through every single relationship I’ve had, and has been just like one of them. I dont want to let her go. I don’t care she is not a 5.0 v8, a cobra, gt or that is not even the best looking mustang there is. I just want her to work reliably, and keep having adventures with her forever. I’m just dreaming and it hurts, because I have to move away and live frugally, and I won’t be able to give her the love she needs to even work decently. Fuck, thanks for putting this out there even if I saw it late. It feels nice like you feels not only about themselves, the same way I do, and is trying to improve the same way I do, but also feels the same way about the same car…thank you. Truly

I hung on to a 1998 V6 for 17 years. It had only 150 hp, 40 less than yours. Even though it was gutless, it was hard for me to let go of as well. You could step up to a 2015-17 V6, which has 300 horsepower!

Oh, Nick, just something I've found as an inefficiency in the used car market: The MN12 Thunderbirds/Cougars are really undervalued in the market. There are a bunch out there that were bought brand new as "grandpa's last car," garage kept all their lives, and have under 100k miles on them. I picked up a 1995 with the 4.6L, heavily loaded with options, 62k miles. Florida car with almost no rust last summer for $3k. And I bet you can get $2k for Betty in this market. People will give you too much money just for that Mustang badge.

I'm wishing you the best on your journey, but just so you know your RCR Stories are some of the best content on all the internet. I look forward to each one and feel greatly rewarded for that patience. Any accolades you get are well deserved, you are amazing dude. BTW, it took me well into my 40s to sort shit out, now I have a pretty great life, you'll get there.

This video over all the other videos that you two have produced really, really tugged at my heart and soul. I could feel Nick in this video. This wasn't a video, it was more like a testimonial and documentary that showed us a side of Nick that we've never seen before and I felt a real kinship in that. Thank you, Nick.

My mom had a 3-cylinder Autozam AZ-3 import, which my dad gave to her after she arrived to the country and got her driver's license. Since we weren't exactly well off it was basically used as the family car. A small, cheap 90s japanese coupé was used as a school run and grocery car. The boot was roomy so it was a surprisingly good hauler, certainly better than the Juke my dad would end up buying. I would sometimes sit in the driver's seat while it was stationary and pretend like I was driving it, i felt like I was the coolest guy in the world. It got totalled when a drunk driver driving a BROWN Quashquai hit it at 5am while it was street parked, one year before I got my license. So even though I never got to actually drive it. I empathize with your feelings towards your own underpowered red 90s coupé.

Keeping a car longer than it's logically or financially sensible to is the essence of the car guy Roman, you are worthy.

Good luck buddy …enlightening video…very articulate….rarely wud I watch a whole video…yr demeanor and humble attitude is great..I know the passion you had at the time….sounds very similar to my experience a few times when I was a younger man…had a Seville that just killed me..a Pontiac that killed me…i bought more on looks than necessity…but younger and defiant..and money I didn’t have but it’s all a process…and life is a breath…🤙🏻😊

This is the first car video that brought me to tears. Thank you. I watched because my girlfriend in college had a v6 mustang that I drove all the time. Then I my brother-in-law had one, which I drove a lot. Both just as cheap and crappy! What I didn't expect was all the feelings about my 1960's British roadster that I had thru college and grad school. I never felt I truly deserved it. It brought me so much joy and so much heartache. So many beautiful memories. So sad to see it go, when I had to grow up and face life as it was, not as I wanted it to be. But I am grateful for every moment, and the perspective it gave me. Thank you for sharing this story, and making mine feel more real, somehow.

I wouldnt say there is really any correct way to be a Man, I had my Father growing up and while I do respect him for that I'd say from it I learned more of the Man I didn't want to be and more of the Human I wanted to be which I'd say is far far more important. I'd say you are a brave and talented person, you have the guts to admit you aren't OK which is perhaps one of the bravest things we can do and through your skill you've given us hours of joy and intresting incites into days past, I do genuinely wish you find hapiness and peace and hopefully threapy will help you get to where you need to be.

I couldn't sleep this morning so I ended up watching this whole video and I'll admit i likely wouldn't have otherwise. But I'm glad I did, it was well written. I think what I like most about it, though, is I think I do get a sense that you love yourself, you just don't seem to necessarily realize it. Everything of yours I've seen just makes me think you're a pretty good guy overall. Keep it up.

Thank you for being our RCR guy. Dont stop. With RCR you have been a part of reigniting the love for cars within me, and it has now translated to my 8yo son. DM me if you want pics of what cars mean to a father a son in 2023. You helped build it and you are valued. Keep believing in yourself, we certainly do! Go Roman!

Pour one out for anyone whoever had to sell their beloved ride/jalop/hoopty because Adulting Sucks.

Its very humanizing when youtube content creators give us a genuine look into their lives and tell us about themselves. Anxiety and self doubting is a hugh cross to bear . But take solace in knowing you have at least one fan who looks forward to your videos every monday and especially the RCR stories. You guys are awesome.

Nicely put, Roman. Thank you for being brave enough to express what so many would not dare to. You are worthy of success, and a chariot befitting the best version of yourself.

I had written a long comment about how I can totally relate and all that, and goddamn KZfaq ate it. So I’ll just repeat the most important part: we love you (and whoever out there doesn’t, oooh I swear to god) and all I want is for you not only to get all the help you need, but for you to fully understand that you well and truly deserve all the success you have, and even more than that. Bit of selfishness, sorry: I hope you get well enough to do intros and outros on the reg again. I miss that. And I know I’m not alone in it.

Congrats on going so many years with a Mustang without ever doing a burnout while leaving cars and coffee, losing control and breaking off the rear wheels when it hits the curb.

Roman thousands of people around the world love you for your specific work and contributions to automotive journalism. We genuinely enjoy your specific personality & how it comes out in your work, even down to your actual voice 👌 That's not just through association with Mr. Regular, we feel that fondness towards you & your work specifically. Additionally, without maybe intending to, you actually gave such a unifying voice to thousands of listeners all over the world who are struggling with similar issues & pasts. We watch and resonate with this video. The candid introspection you presented is honest and liberating. I mean read these comments, it's beautiful. More people love you for what you do than most have, but you actually do deserve that. Whether you do this on the side or you do this full-time, please don't stop your work in automotive journalism. And thanks to Mr regular y'all are literal trailblazers

speaking for EU, not everybody gets to own a Mustang

Thanks for years of great writing and content, Roman. I still go back to the Phaeton and XJ6 videos frequently to listen to your outro bangers.

Roman, you're an amazing writer and I've always loved your history takes on RCR, as well as the more personal pieces

You are not a fraud. This is the most genuine a human being can be. Thank you Roman.

Who cares if you can't justify it, just have multiple cars 🤷🏻‍♂️

The bit about 26:20 about selfishness was amazing. I never knew this sensation I had at times could be described so well

Kunkleman Chevrolet....yeahhhhh

Just wanted to say, I could appreciate so much of what you discussed. I love your writing and want you to know that you are special. Not many of us can write so introspectively. Good luck on your next vehicle. But remember to get something that's not only practical, but has character. My most memorable cars were a Dodge Challenger SRT for obvious reasons and my first new car. A Ford (via Kia) Festiva. The latter was so slow it had to be driven like a madman all the time to keep up with traffic. Keep doing what you are doing and remember we appreciate you. From another Boricua.

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There comes a time in every Car Guy's life where he faces up to the fact that he can either get hardcore into restoration, or pay escalating amounts to keep their favorite car. I chose the former, because fixing, maintaining and restoring things is intuitive and brings me a deep joy. You've made your choice, but the option is still there. You just have to ask yourself-in twenty years, will you say "I should have kept that"?

Around the time when you bought your sn95 candy red v6, there was another sn95 candy red v6 but it was 'the perfect sibling' variant. It was my first car, bought it for $3,700 with 174k miles. The car looked identical to yours except it was a manual and the interior was near perfect. The prior owner had it since 10k miles and took really good care. Hearing your story makes me appreciate and cherish what I had. My car had no tears inside what so ever, everything worked like it should. During the 20k miles of my ownership, the only thing that went wrong was the coil pack. Hearing your story made me realize that I had taken my car's perfection for granted. Thank you sharing your experience with Betty. Eight cars later I miss my first car and feel guilty for never giving it a nickname. I hope the criminology sudent that bought it from me for $2,000 gave it a good nickname. His dad drove him to see the car in a silver diesel VW Beetle. Gosh, all of these memories are coming back.

Wish I could give more. We are grateful to have you, same as you are thankful for all you have and Earned on your own. Hope you find another car that gives you that same feeling of accomplishment, but if not, enjoy the hunt/pursuit/process.

I had a 2001 v6 as my first Mustang, and I’ve had 2 other v6 SN95s since (currently dailying a 94 convertible) and while a lot of Roman’s points about repairs, little annoyances and quirks with the car that build up a sense of anxiety about it ring very true…there is an undeniable charm about these very plain budget level cars. I’ve had Mustang’s much much faster such as a 2014 GT that I also currently own, but there’s something about the barebones simplicity, budget quality and mundaneness that is sort of endearing about them…and while it sucks that you’re going to be saying goodbye to it, I can see how much you loved it for what it was, even if it’s nothing in the eyes of most other people, and with that, I sympathize

Much love Roman, I personally love the long format "Stories" videos more than the regular content on this channel. Always been a fan buddy

My wife has a 2004 Mustang just like this one. V6 automatic. She bought it brand new, and it is the only car she's ever owned. She stresses about the possibility of having to buy a newer car in the future with all of their gizmos and touchscreens. Her car really is a modern antique. A simplistic tool in a sea of modernity. Love to you guys from way down in Alabama.

I can definitely understand Roman's feeling for the Stang. I had to get rid of my first car 3 years ago it was a 02 Camaro and a V6 at that. It wasn't the fastest or even the nicest car but it was mine. I loved it even through all the problems it had but it got to the point where fixing it over and over again cost more than the car was worth. I'll always have those memories but there's a time and place for things and its time had passed. To Roman's mental health and his self worth on being a creator on KZfaq, only you know when you aren't ok and the first step to fixing a problem is addressing the problem. If therapy and medicines help you with your mental health then great, you know what works for you. You're a good writer Nick, don't take the credit away when you are given the opportunities to travel and meet new people because of it. you're awesome Nick and we love all you do for RCR.

Love the video and love when Nick narrates, I’m about to turn 16 and we’re looking at a 2000 mustang gt right now

Roman, your testimonial here is probably one of the most relatable pieces of content for me ever posted by both yourself and RCR itself, right down to the Polar Seltzer can in the cupholder.

I’ve been a long time viewer of RCR because of how you guys have put yourselves out there. I’m very impressed at the bravery it took Roman to be this open about everything and I hope that you’re able to navigate the challenges your facing and get what you deserve. Because you honestly deserve the best.

I hope that this comment finds you Roman. I'd be proud to call you my son. I enjoy what you have created here. Each piece of praise that you get is deserved.

You deserve it.I have anxiety bad as well, I would have never known I always loved the writing and cars you're awesome keep it up

LOOOOOONG time subscriber. Seldom commenter. I don't understand how this channel hasn't reached 1m subscribers. I'm the world of YT autos this is the ONLY channel that is literary art. Every vid is a journey of emotions. Thank you

I truly love what this man creates. Hes kind of a poetic every man.

Thanks for the insight and for your work on this channel. I don't feel knowledgeable enough about your personal life to speak at great depth about this video, but I appreciate it and appreciate the content you've created, and want to send positive vibes your way. I hope you're well.

Roman talking about mental health is very real. I love that he shared so much that on the surface I certainly had no idea.

Your a good man Roman. Thanks for dedicating your time to entertain millions who depend on you & your videos. I remember seeing a brand new 1994 Mustang convertible in Times Square, N.y.c. for the first time back in 94. Very impressive then & still today..

Damnit man..."I don't want a lot out of my life. I just want to have one. And the strength to live it." Caught me me heavy duty square in my feels, so ya, I'm over here sobbing while at my work desk (again) because I can relate I'm glad you exist. I'm glad RCR exists. Thanks for sharing yourself with us. I appreciate it and you.

Take it from someone who's felt the same way and who's personally relied on your content to get through their struggles. Boy am I glad you exist. This video was great. Keep it up!

Best RCR Video to date. Thank you for sharing.

well having lost both my parents 4 yrs apart from each other and figuring out what to do with my life over the past decade or so, this brought a tear to my eye. Great videos, great analysis of the emotional attachment and self examination during the process of deciding to sell it.

This video really hit me in some place i cant describe very well. I can relate a lot to the reasons for getting rid of a beloved car. My first car, an 06 scion, was recently sold because it was an accumulation of so many different problems that bugged me. It took me from junior year of high school to senior of college, and it became really a part of me and who I was. I did so much in that car, from college visits to late night gigs. Despite how simple its construction was (something i really do miss now), no garage as a college kid meant maintenance became so much more difficult. I loved my car. I loved how pleasing the shape was, how predictable the handling was, even if it was really loud on the inside at times. The trim pieces were appealing and the orange on silver was so 2005. But since it was a salvage, it had left me stranded on an occasion because the bolts on an axle rusted out and snapped. I had to adjust the heating manually, using a hose mounted to the valve that controls how much heat mixes with the AC since every electrical accessory had copious corrosion. the AC always blew cold but was starting to act up (the compressor had already been replaced at one point) with constant leaks, and the once astounding fuel economy withered. it was a lot that happened at once, with unknown things to replace down the line, and since it was an ergonomic nightmare (im 6' 3", my knees were always bent and rubbing against the trim since day 1) i made the choice to sell it and get a 2013 nissan instead. though i really really enjoy my new car (just praying that the cvt stays good for another few years) it cant truly replace my scion, since the scion helped me through some realllllly shitty times living with my folks. drove to clear my head, drove to make the rounds at thrift stores, squeeze every last buddy (we got 7 in there one time) in the 2 door hatchback to go get some burgers. it was really a superhero in that regard. but like all things, it was not permanent, and at the end of the day was just a car.

Wow, this is completely the story of selling my 1988 VW GLi and exiting not just the mk2 VW world, but that world as a whole and I embraced the features and dependability of modern Toyotas.

Roman's stories are the best and I'm always here for the Mustang stories. The one about him not having Red Betty for a period of time was amazing.

Dude, I absolutely cannot wrap my head around this (around 12-13m) psychiatrist-like essay that has given me so much to think about in regards to myself, my family, and my friends. I hope you see my comment and know that someone out there has been inspired by your lessons learned. Thank you.