That Crazy Cressida Crash - The owner/driver tells us what happened (Exclusive interview)

[@CiroDeSiena]

Natie, you are an absolute legend. I had tears in my eyes! So glad you're okay.

[@cobalt0110]

This man 'Natie Booysen' is the Pinnacle of what it means to be a Petrol Head. Afraid of scratching the paint on a car that's totaled, I know that feeling all to well. Glad that you survived Good Sir, we look forward to seeing you on track again. 🙏

[@YusufGinnah]

I agree and can absolutely relate. I was concerned about the exhaust on my car scratching on the floor when the tow truck picked it up at William Nicole when I'd written it off... 😔

[@yashinlallchander]

My heart broke when I watched the videos of the crash, what a beast of a car. As long as Mr Booysen is okay, that is all that matters.

[@secondquad20]

ever since losing my best friend in a roll-over, there's nothing more amazing than hearing that someone survived a car crash. ❤

[@GaryLaaks1]

Glad you ok mate. Saw the accident in person that Sunday. The fact that you got out with such little injury is nothing short of good workmanship with a large dash of miracle.

[@tyronepaulsen]

Natie, even though I don't know you, but WOW, glad you're still with us. Can't wait to see what you're next project is going to be and look like.

[@andrefortuin4554]

Grootman, sorry for what happened. You will rise again with something better. And don't forget the promise you made about something you are working on. Sending Love from Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha😎

[@mrr160]

Meneer, I salute you and glad that you are ok. I'm not a true drag fan but I love your passion and looking forward to seeing your new build. I have a feeling that old Toppie Cressida is going to be quick!

[@shaneO12314]

I'm from Jamaica, I loved this car so much... glad the driver is ok

[@GatvolFourie]

So glad you NEVER took shortcuts on safety . Any crash you walk away from is a good one. The car will be replaced - so glad you are safe . Much respect to you and Herman - you guys got big brass knaters !!

[@leeandran]

Thank God he's alive and all the best with the next build. 🤝🏼

[@J.H.S.H]

This is so sad. As much as you enjoyed driving it we enjoyed watching you drive it. All the best for the future.

[@jtjapies2881]

Well done guys on the follow up video. So happy to see Natie in good spirits and very excited to see the new build. All the best

[@undergrounddragracings.a]

I had tears in my eyes watching this. Natie will always be a legend. I wish him the very best for the future with his next build.

[@mogotsiphayane7580]

That saddness in your eyes is heartbreaking,sorry for the loss of your beloved car,she was unique car hey....glad u made it out safely.

[@dainellpauletta7514]

Cheers to you mate . Glad you are okay to tell the story. On to the next one .

[@arthurthorne3664]

Ah Natie... Well done! You entertained us all, you have a positive outlook and everything happens for a reason. Thank you!

[@lehlogonolomaringa3213]

I know the vehicle was of great sentimental value to you Natie, you took it like a champ. Strength to you and may you regain the ability to build yet another great vehicle. Shout out.

[@SirDaffyD]

Love this guys attitude. Glad he's ok. Good to see that he still has a sense of humor after what he went through. Here's hoping the wagon is faster & gives him just as much enjoyment.

[@AwonkeYomisFatherLamani]

Would love to watch that build series, Glad you came out the wreck still smiling

[@kaizerkatlego3908]

That would be amazing content, worthy of being shared with the motorsport loving nation.

[@mudindamunzhedzi7564]

I remember your race in lephalale,that cressida was a beast..Thank God for your life natie as for the cressida we know you are gonna build another 1

[@marcojonkers9307]

My Late dad had a 2.0GS Exec..Me and him use to polish that car together on weekends untill no end and it still sticks to today..Somewhere I came across the dayBu of this car 1 or 2 years ago and it triggered so much nostalgia and I watched it a couple of times. All the best for the new build and Im so glad you OK..I am hunting for a chassis as we speak..My outcome would not be as wild as this one but it this car sure has been the motivation

[@thabisondebele4308]

Glad you are safe!! Massive respect about the dream, passion and thrill...

[@ReaganGoliath-w4w]

Such a legend, so passionate the young guys can learn from this experience

[@kulanimk3880]

We happyy that you came out alive❤. the journey into the new build begins.🚗

[@tshepisomotepe1344]

I wanna give this guy a BIG HUG😢

[@YusufPetersenCPT]

Seeing him crack jokes on how the car looks now thats just legend moves!! It was terrible the accident but hey it went out with a bang!!

[@Jeromeonly1]

Can't wait to see your next build. Glad you're okay 👍

[@pushtoyota]

I’m happy you are safe, much love from Chicago IL USA

[@shanevermij4780]

Amazing how positive you have remained in the face of such adversity, so sad and sorry, but a true car man. ❤️

[@arkashrampadarath9118]

Im a big fan of your Cressida bro!!! You did a great job building the car to keep you safe!!!

[@jaredstoutjesdyk335]

Natie - come back stronger and just glad you're safe. One cannot put a price on safety. I cant wait to see version 2!! Good luck.

[@ricardomoodley2466]

I can see the emotion in your eye's natie. But you will come out stronger than before. Keep pushing uncle👌👌👌🙏🙏🙏

[@2doordon962]

Uncle Natie i dont thino you know how many people you have inspired but im glad you are ok and cant wait for the new build

[@ELISHANESFUSIONWORX]

R.I.P Let's hope he puts an even better one together ❤

[@TRDKhanbrothers]

Ay when we saw the first video circulating the media, it was heart breaking, glad you are well Natie and hopefully you keep the cres model going strong 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@paulluxongudza4627]

It was a crazy, scary crush mate , I'm relieved 😌 you came out ok 👍 for the most part , it's a blessing 🙌. Soldier on can't wait to see the new built, you're owesome!

[@bubblecody6941]

The fact that he managed to push this heavy car into the 9 second bracket say alot. Well done and glad you ohk. There's a saying that goes 'alles loop reg altyd reg Toyota' 😉 💪

[@santhirenchetty7690]

@Ciro DeSiena had the honour of meeting Natie and seeing this beast in Durban. Natie showed the boys what oldschool racing is all about. Glad his well Nathie come back stronger boet your fans are waiting❤

[@gordonsmithsa115]

I’m so glad you are okay, I really liked the Cressida….

[@JstWatchingPeople]

People who really love Cars with sentimental value truly feels like a loss😣 it could have been anyone in a accident but the most important part is that you have life and you can go back to your love

[@raiNofchAosFPS]

number one rule in racing is safety! cars can be replaced sadly lives cant! glad all is okay!♥

[@ranshawsimons3140]

Im happy that you came out on top,now on to the new build Natie cant wait sir

[@riyadabrahams2278]

What a Legend!! Go well Natie and can’t wait for the new build 🙌🏽

[@Koup_TV_]

Big ups to you Natie. Hope to see you back soon

[@ndivhorambau1149]

2JZ is said to be a brick, i didn’t think they meant literally 😮 how is the engine still intact… Glad you okay man🙏🏾

[@toystorysa]

Jislike Oom, so happy to see you're back up and running, looking so forward to your build.

[@SIGMA_DNA]

Just happy to see you alive brother, could have been worse

[@bertramtitus4382]

Been watching ur car for years you are a legend cnt wait for ur come back !

[@jakhazardzn9862]

Ai Ballie, Dankie for all the lekker runs! Stay epic and glad you alive!!!

[@okambambo]

I've followed you and loved your build and passion for your car, i remember thinking that cage is a little extra when i saw it now i know why you the man and I'm the keyboard dude. Cant wait for you next project i know it will be epic.

[@onealc9278]

Glad you’re ok. It was an amazing car. Had an 85 & 88.

[@revvedupRacingSA]

We happy you're alive Hope to see you back on the strip ❤

[@Laeeqahpaulse4031]

Just glad you there to see another day Natie legends are built proper and you built a legend

[@marcocoetzee6880]

Great interview. Sad story, but happy Natie is well. Would be gripping stuff to see the new build. Good luck.

[@mohamedbapoo5053]

Glad u lived to tell the tale. You a legend bru

[@siphomvandaba8421]

Glad to see you okay. Im hurt the car is damaged

[@Eucart.2]

💔💔💔 😭 😭 Loved that car. 😭😭 💔💔💔. Glad you okay Legend. Come back stronger. ❤

[@ciaranburke3243]

Love this car and you mate glad to see you sitting there telling the story 👍

[@johnsonledwaba581]

I'm heart broken🤞🏽 This Cressida is my inspiration, I'm sorry for the lost

[@chrischokoe6485]

I now understand why a roll cage is mandatory in a drag car. Glad his alive and well.

[@Franco_Storm]

- It is R800 to fill up - You have an overdrive button on auto gear for overtaking, so no need to get a manual if you were concerned by this and prefer auto - 170mm ground clearance - city and highway driving I am sitting at 6.6l/100

[@The_Fhedz]

I’m glad he is okay. Epic vehicle.

[@peterjoseph2803]

Love that you say start over from the ground up and all is well!! A nother play day different playground.

[@Russpeed301]

Gosh. She was a beauty. Thank God u survived well.

[@tumelondlazi6738]

You are a legend absolutely amazing, racing gods gave you another opportunity to rebuild from here and I say go for it

[@tunergaines8448]

As long as your okay, that's all that matters. Legends will return. Come back stronger and faster. You have south africa backing you✊🏼 I'll even come help rebuild. That's my word.

[@elnasheInc]

I'm happy you're alive and you're actually giving us an insight as to what transpired. The Cressida will still be a Legend and you also are a living Legend. I personally feel bad that it came to this towards the Cressida...my father had a 2.8L 4 V6 I know how much power these machines pull and your build still remains iconic to the sport. Natie it is God's miracle that you're still alive and yes I'm glad the engine is still alive and intact too, much respect to you and your work and your whole team...looking forward to the next build. Bro keep up the passion and remember Put God 1st and everything will fall into place. He saved you actually his grace saved you it is a living miracle and your testimony to tell🙏

[@ganiefismail3761]

Excited to see the new build sir. goodluck legend

[@bonganimakana2911]

Glad your alive man that was a beast of a car

[@fahim4853]

what a beautiful car! Sorry for your loss

[@gabrielvanschalkwyk3782]

Just glad your okay, I've had a "knop in die keel" when I saw this.

[@CJPH-m7w]

Yor Oom Natie, I've been a fan for so long and Yor this brought tears to my eyes really strongs you are a legend, respect 🤜🤜🤜🤜💪💪💪💪

[@kaizerkatlego3908]

I hope this channel will document the build of the new Big Daddy wagon, would male for great viewing. Am Glad Natie is safe after that horror crash.

[@samna3328]

I'm glad his alive ❤ can't wait for the next amazing car ....

[@jan-hendrikdejager6315]

Glad you ohky oom. I always loved cressida wagons. Good luck. Can't wait to see it.

[@tonybrighter3878]

I feel you Man, Better ur Better. I Rolled My Car Last Year 31st Dec 2022. I thank God Am Ok as ur Ok Here Now Typing and am Building My Other Car and Thank God am Comming Back Even More Stonger and Better then Before

[@rashan2726]

I was there when it happened. Thankful that you are alright. Was a nasty one but that’s our sport. It comes with good times and bad. Let’s get behind that 2jz once more. Keen to see your race again

[@youbrokeitwefixit1723]

Glad you come out ok ❤,you can always build another Cressida.

[@LyndanAppolis-hm9ys]

The legend ,can't wait for the comeback

[@ngonidzashekimbini7177]

So glad you're okay man🎉

[@TheAtificial]

We love what we do and take risk and all. But we never forget to pray, so keep on praying Mr Booysen and enjoy the drive.

[@samuelblennies9301]

Hi, Natie..... Thank God that you're okay.... I can imagine thàt it's not something "nice" to experience....

[@MYR1JOURNEY]

Nate, God bless and can't wait to see back on your horse. 😊

[@okambambo]

You could maybe move on some panels from the old car that are salvagable of even fixable(panel beatable) like doors so you at least carry some of the the sentiment into the new build.

[@mervinreddy4826]

Om Booysen, why dont you consider selling some pieces from the cressida to your fans as memento? It will help cherish the memory of your parents and we can remember this lovely car.

[@giftpheko4119]

am glad his still alive bro... Things happen quick

[@TheCARnivalWorldwide]

So true. Just glad you're okay. ❤

[@izzymabena]

The joy is knowing he did it all on his own terms until the very end. This car can be rebuilt, watch this space! He has the blueprints

[@kholofelojoe1391]

I'm your biggest fan &hope u recovered well

[@lightsout9171]

ADVICE: if anyone ever gets into an accident and the car starts spinning or rolling over, take your hands off the steering wheeling and put them on your chest “🙅🏼‍♂️” like that but on your chest glad you’re okay brother👊🏼 minor setback for a major comeback❤️

[@josebritz8228]

Natie Champ glad you okay, Shit i thought seeing the vids my champ is no more. Still see the hurt in your eyes, so sorry for the lost.

[@carlosmakgato8404]

1:08 Yoh this dude broke my heart

[@tylermurray4859]

I’m happy his rebuilding a better version hope he makes her the same color

[@OTArmy-wh7ou]

I'm glad you are okay bro.

[@marlineiman-l7u]

I was crying whole day thought that Mr booysen past away and the state of the cressida

[@mystical3022]

Please consider making a series of your new build

[@benletsoalo8357]

Jammer Natie wens jou spoedige herstel toe, sterkte vir jou om nog een te bou

[@nawanekhomo3159]

💔💔💔💔😭😭😭😭 Can't believe that a car would give you such emotions

[@Mothercityguy]

Damn what a build can see the emotion in his eyes when telling the story hope he prayed to Thee Almighty above because thats a miracle right there.