Not too long ago, I discovered another really cool channel on YouTube! Me being the Corvette guy that I am, the Corvette in the thumbnail caught my eye. As I watched a few videos, I became more and more interested in the channel. The creator of the channel was making videos on his likes, and dislikes of his corvette. The transparency is what really caught my attention. He did videos on the purchase of his corvette. He was transparent about the cost and financing of his purchase. I felt that this added a lot of value to YouTube viewers. Being so intrigued, we reached out to “Mr. Cars, Costs, and Technology” for a Q & A session.

What inspired you to create your YouTube channel?

I’ve always had a passion for cars and videography/photography. YouTube seemed like the perfect outlet with the best of both worlds.

We know that you are a Corvette guy, so what do you like most about Corvettes?

Corvettes have always caught my attention even as a child. They’re like America’s automotive superheros. Corvettes offer an incredible experience and performance that’s actually attainable for an average person.

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How much did saving and planning play a part in the purchase of your Corvettes?

Financial planning and saving played a huge part in the purchase of both of my Corvettes. At my age the odds were stacked against me to own a car like this. It was imperative that I research every cost involved
from the sticker price to the maintenance and insurance premiums. Taking a disciplined approach to savings was the only way for me to purchase my Corvettes without putting my other financial goals at risk.

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How long was the savings/planning period, before purchasing your first Vette? What about the second?

Saving to purchase my home was the most challenging obstacle within the last 5 years. Once that process was complete, I never changed my spending habits which allowed me to save up for my first Corvette very quickly.
The first Corvette took about 2 years after purchasing the house. There was a roughly 2 year gap between the first Vette (C6) and the second one (C7). Luckily I was able to
use the equity from the first Corvette to expedite the process of purchasing the second one.

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What was your first car?

A 1998 Ford Expedition.

What is your dream car?

It’s hard to decide on just one, but currently my dream car is the rumored C8 mid-engine Corvette. If I had to choose one that is currently available it would be the Koenigsegg One:1 .

Favorite driving music?

I like a little bit of everything, but believe it or not I’m a Christmas music fanatic. Outside of the few months that I can enjoy Christmas music I prefer the sound of my Corvette.

Where did you get your love of cars from?

I raced motocross as a kid, so I had a passion for engines and speed at a very early age. As I got older, cars began to open doors for me that dirt bikes could not. I still love that sport though and follow it closely.

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They say that cars represent traits of the owner…What traits does your car have that represent you?

I would say consistent, practical, and made in America!

What do you think will be your next car purchase?

Z06!!

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Lets say you have a dream 3 car garage? What vehicles would we find in it?

Koenigsegg One:1
2018 Corvette ZR1
2018 Ford F150 Raptor

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