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[@latinoab1]

Can’t wait to buy my next car from you 💪🏻👍🏻

[@marlonmcconner2961]

Me too!

[@papuxrey9598]

Me too I'm really interested!

[@bennymorales4142]

Me too can you get a 2019 camaro ss 1le?

[@3generations393]

I do believe that's my line 🙋

[@xfhnhhgjbvcfg]

Can't, he's unemployed

[@sgrmama719]

Without risk, there is no reward. Make your dreams come true and we will all be behind you cheering you on!

[@Lagann0]

Not really a risk when he already has income from KZbin coming in.

[@Chris-hw4mq]

@InThisTogether spoken like a rich american. Tell that to people in africa or india who have kids and failing they will go hungry.

[@Chris-hw4mq]

@InThisTogether if you do something risky try to have a backup, for example if you move to another city and your new job doesnt work out, search in advance to see if jobs that suit you are available in that zone. I dont say take no risk just do it smart

[@guttagutta420]

@@Lagann0 His subscriber count is nowhere near high enough to supplement income from selling cars. Not even close.

[@jordanplayz4278]

I am so sorry Uncle Mike

[@LRN2DIY]

Way to go, Mike! So excited to see your successes moving forward!

[@kevint6656]

This guy is the real deal. In fact, So much so that he inevitably got fired for it. Good luck going forward. I hope you find a way to treat people with respect and still run a business the right way.

[@babeadams9351]

You are a man of integrity and show "class" on the handling this transition. i along with all your army, wish you luck.

[@johngregory7329]

Sorry to hear that Mike. I worked for Napleton Cadillac for 37 years in the Body & Paint shop. I was one of there best employees. I completed every training class to become a Master Technician. I decided to retire March ,3rd of this year. The owner just broke off contact with me . I didn't even get a thank you card for all of the work I had done. The car business isn't what it was from years ago. I am not mad at them just very disappointed I guess. I can tell you this if I win any big money threw a lottery. I would like to be one of your investors. Why? Because I believe in you & your wife. You guys are going to be successful. I know it. Signed, John Gregory A.K.A. ( Dr.Olds) from Munster Indiana.

[@marlonmcconner2961]

I’d be right there with you Dr. Olds. I would invest in the Davenport’s enterprise in a heartbeat ‼️

[@stevenreynolds2327]

My brother in law was a great body man for a Chevy dealer. He got fired just for buying a car from another dealer that gave him a better deal.

[@paulsmith7315]

I too would invest. When do we start?

[@schutte83]

Unfortunately it’s not just the care business. I have worked in a factory for almost 20 years and the appreciation you get from the company is little to none and it really showed during the pandemic and holidays. For example thanksgiving has come and gone and back in the day we would have got a turkey. This year nothing, not even a card. We’re all just a number and the best thing to do if you have the funds and are good at something then be your own boss.

[@scotttabak6755]

Does any body man really think the front office never mind owner give a crap about you? Except when a good friend or relative needs a repair. We yes we are at the bottom of the food chain and are being driven into extinction. 39 yrs in the trade. I hate it these days

[@devnull128]

Good for you Mike! If you want to make it big you’ve got to take the jump. This is that jump and you’ll remember this positively forever. Congratulations on your new start!

[@rkz0694]

If you want to buy my 15 Z06 7m 3LZ with every option other than carbon ceramic brakes. It’s DSOM.

[@rkz0694]

Good for you Mike!!

[@devnull128]

@@rkz0694 - Best color ever.... I'd be looking!

[@JohnDoe-fs6lz]

Bingo

[@powerofmusic6989]

Congratulations and good luck with your chosen career move, Mike. You're a great guy and we wish you success, great health and longevity.

[@BenjaminMutuku]

Congratulations Mike! This is a great move for you! Your passion for cars will take you places!

[@johnathoncastro]

"Thanks for 11 years of service....now don't let the door hit your arse on the way out"......Lol

[@mikemckeon8976]

Sounds like you both handled the situation very professionally. And the comments and support they showed you was in direct response to your years of service and loyalty that you provided them.

[@marioori]

a statement like “will you quit or should we fire you” not sure is supportive

[@mikemckeon8976]

@@marioori we.l, depending upon the work place policies, he could apply and qualify for unemployment benefits. Just saying.

[@helainefossier]

Congratulations and best wishes on your new endeavor!! I’m so happy for you. Your channel and videos have been very informative and helpful.

[@eddualmeida5790]

That was one hell of a leap, but no pain no gain! Hope that works out for you, and that chevy franchise!!!

[@therationalistparty9742]

Mad respect to you through your transition Mike. You are a very level headed guy and that is something we should all strive for.

[@dunkzilla5913]

Big Respects, It takes a different type of person to ditch the everyday grind and take the risk of Following one’s dream! I love it and support 100%

[@barlynuribe3887]

Very encouraging journey Mike. Thank you for taking us along!

[@krushruss]

Best of luck man! Your videos helped me tremendously when I bought my car last year. Keep up the great work!

[@ScottKelley]

Best of luck Mike, nothing but admiration for you! Checking out your website now. I'm so happy you can be your ulfiltered self now with your own business and products and discord... I love it. Living the dream sir! Thanks for making content.

[@michaelweeks3400]

Congratulations Mike!!! I wish you nothing but the best on your new venture and I look forward to seeing your new contact you’re going to do an awesome great job!!

[@jgstevens5169]

I've never commented on your channel, but have been following you ever since discovering your content on KZbin. Good Luck and Congratulations!! Bigger & Greater things are around the corner for you.

[@ChevyDude]

Thank you so much. I’m glad you commented JG. The content is only going to get better from here. 😍

[@JVNJ09]

@@ChevyDude can I send you a PM? Not sure how to find you with a name like Chevydude

[@SuperKJ777]

Hey chevy dude, you'll do great! You have a great attitude and it's been my experience because I study people, people like you always do well.

[@clwatts]

Kudos to Bachman for giving you the knowledge, skills, and abilities to go out on your own. And if they are friends and family, I'll bet your relationship will survive for years to come. Congratulations on this new adventure!

[@Zetharion1]

This is honestly the best way for you to really try and get this new endeavor off the ground and going. No safety net means you will put in more than 100%.

[@radggs6961]

Congrats, business tough as I am sure you know, some days 120% will not be enough. Blessing to you and your family.

[@13Scorpio]

Congratulations on following your dream. I was hoping someday when I got my next Corvette to road trip down to buy one from you and Bachmann. It’s too bad they didn’t see the bigger picture, but glad you had an amazing run with them and parted ways amicably. Hopefully someday you can get your own Chevy dealership and show them what they missed out on!

[@XDM10]

Good job man. Got to chase dreams and I hope all works out for you! Congratulations. Will be looking on your website now!

[@Acepilot2k7]

Happy for you on your new venture.

[@towersroofinginc422]

Congratulations 🍾! I like your videos and with your energy and dedication you will go far 🇺🇸👍🏼!

[@delamusic50]

Best wishes Bro. When you end up doing what you love, you will have nothing but success…always.

[@iamsyn1246]

Proud you took that risk, your doing it living your dream. Very inspirational and emotional. Thanks for sharing , your definitely gone make it. Keep up the good work.

[@shyman580]

Good luck out there! I wish you all the best and looking forward to many videos!

[@godawgzsicem]

Congratulations to you, the wife and family! I'll help as much as I can.

[@jasonburrows5840]

I absolutely love how passionate you are about selling cars and to see you get choked up about leaving makes me even more interested in this channel and to see you grow your empire. Good luck!

[@cpoppa3875]

Praying for your success Mike it was something I tried many years ago and unfortunately it didn’t work for me. Great success in the future.

[@05greendmax]

It’s definitely a steppingstone man I just wish you the best of luck it’s going to be a hard road but if you have enough support behind you you can do anything

[@cecibeenatural4]

Congratulations Mike more blessing is coming your way continue your journey on your new car store. 🙏🏾🎉🙌🏾🥳

[@thembp4sho]

Wishing you the best of luck. Thank you for all the knowledge 🙏

[@b3877896]

I wish you all the best in your new business, Mike. I've always enjoyed your VLOGS and will continue to watch them faithfully. Best regards, Lloyd in TX

[@anthonygiannotti9968]

Congrats man Good for you! I see a bright future ahead of you!!! Good luck and God bless.

[@wisak7]

I admire you for your passion and excitement/courage to follow your dreams. I'm sure you will be successful and do great things. Best of luck in your endeavors.

[@stevesabo5646]

Good luck with your business you got the personality to go far and make some good money. Keep doing what you’re doing and success will take you far.

[@aussieaussieaussie9]

Mike remember that the Bachman's started out small as well and look where they have grown to. Congratulations all the way from Australia 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@roxburndi]

KZbin suggested this video to me. I don't know who you are but I'm subscribing because it's great to see a person making a bold move. Wishing you much success!

[@TruckMaster]

Congrats man!

[@Wood_Review]

I was surprised the kept you that long. Lol it’s for the best Chevy dude! On to bigger and better!

[@ehensley]

onward and upward. Had a great experience getting my c7 from you.

[@rcp6192]

Congrats and good luck! As a business owner, it takes hard work and dedication. You have the demeanor and the attitude to be successful!

[@maverickflint1991]

Congrats on your new place and I wish you tons of luck for many years to come!!! ☺️👍

[@richardmyatt4578]

You and Bachman have always helped us when buying cars. I’m excited for your new endeavors. As always I look forward to your content. I wish you the best of luck.

[@thenussbaum44]

you will look back upon this Day and realize they did you a huge favor. I was in a similar situation and ended up leaving my full-time job and it ended up working out for the best. I know you'll be successful because you have the right attitude and that's what it takes good luck and I'll keep watching.

[@annagrace55]

Good Luck! My husband and I watched quite a few of your videos before we bought our car last month! Thank you!

[@johnsimms818]

Congrats Chevy Dude ! Please keep us fans posted about you and your products .thanks for all your great videos .

[@Poloword310]

Trust me when I tell you this. Being on your own is the best thing that happened to you. 6 years ago I was in the same position that you are currently in, I was let go after 10 years because the owner thought that my little side business was a conflict of interest. Once I dedicated 100% of my time to my business I started outperforming my former employer. Never in my wildest dreams did I think my business would be this successful. I knew I was capable of doing it but I was afraid to leave the safety net of my former job. It wasn’t easy but as long as you are willing to put in the work, you will be successful. With that being said, congrats on getting fired 🥂 🍾 🍻 Welcome to the self employed club.

[@pedrogriffin1934]

That’s awesome and inspiring. What do you do?

[@jeremymiller6933]

Best wishes moving forward! A lot of your advice helped us get our last vehicle, a year ago this Friday, with a pretty good deal because we had such a better idea what was going on during the entire process. It helped that the dealer wasn't one of those pushing for a lot of extras in the first place, but you also have been showing us how to spot those dealers and not to give them our business in the first place!

[@williamsampson4926]

Congrats and may the sales be with you :)

[@ShortDogg]

Change can be hard but congratulations on the beginning of a new chapter. The whole thing sounds exciting, bro. I’ve seen you around KZbin for a while, just subscribed to your channel just now though. I wish, and expect, all the best for you in all that lay ahead. You got this.

[@timclark6433]

Good luck Chevy Dude! In the end, losing that job will be your biggest blessing. You are an entrepreneur, not a 9 to 5'er.

[@mileshopkins6781]

Congrats and good luck with your new venture will continue to watch and support...

[@stern12akachris32]

Good luck Mike . They were right you can't serve 2 Masters. You are a great salesman and your store is going to thrive. Get through the hiccups. Someday you are going to look back at this and say . I DID IT !!!!!

[@bronxtaskforce01]

Congratulations to you on your future. Just continue to stay humble, be real and Compassionate and we KZbinrs will continue to support you. You'll do just fine.

[@SweetsE1983]

Congratulations, Mike! I’m a new subscriber after binge watching your videos. I’m lookin for a certified used car, so I look forward to future videos. God luck on your new venture!

[@robertscarpetti4656]

I wish you nothing but success and happiness! Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge and wisdom!

[@averyparticularsetofskills]

PROUD OF YOU!!!! Your emotions spread quickly to all of us, so we rode that "roller coaster" of sad, happy, proud & excited with you for this 6min 26secs. You positively affect so many more people than you might think... for instance you don't know me, Im a complete stranger to you but after following you and your content I look at you like a friend who happens to be a great guy. Wish I could come work with you "8379" because ive got zero doubt that you're going to be even more _successful_ than you've been, it seems like you dont know how to do anything without that word! Look sorry if im being super cringe but you motivate & educate so many, so telling you this is the only way I know to repay the favor. Great luck & Good times ahead for you brother! When you cut the ribbon _anywhere_ close to Maryland lemme know & ill come through Continue to Conquer 💪😎💪 Stay Safe 🏃💨 🌋🌪 Kiss the family😘👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Thank you again, Paulwal (Bryan) ✌🏾

[@Mr25thfret]

Bold move. I made a similar move (different profession) 30 years ago. Founded my own company and it's still thriving today. Good luck to you Mike! [Liked and Subscribed] :)

[@catchup4430]

I’ve been watching you for years you seem like a very honest person on KZbin I’m a put you and your family in my thoughts and prayers on your new business venture grace and peace

[@mjdgi1]

Much respect keep up the good work will be here to support you best weekend Love your honesty.

[@davidm7971]

Dare I say, no subscriber should have anything negative to say about Bachman Chevy. They allowed you to flourish with your KZbin Channel while working in their business. They could have squashed it from the beginning. But they worked with you and supported your various endeavors.

[@CarDealer110]

From a used car dealer whose been in the business for 10-years, I can tell you you’re making the right choice. Yes it’s tough in the beginning; but it will undoubtedly pay-off in the long run. Let me know if you’re ever looking for a partner for that new car store lol

[@duganjk]

Congratulations and I wish all the best for you and your new business!

[@allenanthony4033]

Good luck on your venture and in hopes of your success 😎

[@kevinanderson5095]

There is no growth in comfort and there is no comfort in growth. Best wishes Mike - you’ve built your brand and now it’s time to cash in.

[@billstreber5194]

I was a used car dealer for over 25 years and it's not an easy business I am wishing you the best of course. Back in the day I lived in the Rust belt and used to get the majority of the used cars out of San Antonio Texas would go there purchase enough for a truck load to get a break on shipping of course back then shipping and everything else was more reasonable than it is today People here in New York you still go nuts for the rust free vehicles and didn't really care about mileage it was quite a good business for years.

[@andrewjohnson6364]

I wish you the best of luck! I’m glad to see someone doing great things in our local economy! The place looks great!

[@dailydriver5942]

Congrats! Can’t wait to see your upcoming videos!

[@ATR1788]

As a fellow business owner, the first thought that comes to mind is for you to keep that relationship alive with Bachman Chevrolet. I don't know enough about the used car market and whatnot, but I'd be curious to see if Bachman would give you "first dibs" in a sense, behind the scenes, at purchasing their used trade-ins that they get through their dealership. I know that those vehicles are usually sent off to auction by the dealers when that occurs, but if you could get in ahead of that or have first pick on what you'd want on your lot, that could potentially be a mutually beneficial scenario. That way you've moved on to not necessarily be a competitor in the dealer space, but you're now a partnering vendor of theirs. And for those customers that you might not be able to seal the deal with, that might really just want/need a brand new vehicle, you could refer them to Bachman in those cases to kind of throw them a bone every so often, where they walk into Bachman and say "Mike sent me".

[@josephvance8900]

Actually new car dealerships usually sell their trade in cars to wholesalers. They usually have a handful of them and those are the guys that own those small buy here/pay here lots. Unless the trade in is nice enough to keep and sell on their used car lot. So I bet he ends up buying some trade ins.

[@antwanmckoyharris]

Business is brutal. He mentioned getting his own franchise. They will do what they can to make it as difficult for him as they can because they don’t want competition. I’ve been in business for myself for a few years. The hard reality is that everyone is self serving

[@bigjack79]

Dealers purchase most of the trade-ins since there is low supply. We are seeing record low auction numbers.

[@747rotate]

Ha that didn't take long. You should have seen it coming. No dealership will allow you to start a car business and be in competition with them. What would prevent you from trying to making a deal at the Chevy dealership only to tell the customer you could make them a better deal at your lot.... nothing. I've seen it happen before and when the dealership finds out you're outta there. I imagine you're wrap will be coming off now. You're no longer the Chevy dude.

[@sparklander]

Wishing you the best, Mike, in your new endeavor. You will be great.

[@F_T2D_Drew]

Congratulations on moving forward, and may you be successful.

[@tommitchell2359]

Congratulations for making the move!!! Your honesty is your best Asset. Maybe for your first car you should go into a classic. You also mentioned that you’re not very mechanically inclined how about getting classic cars only and just doing reviews on them without fixing them And more or less selling them as is. Therefore, no false information will be given only picking out the flaws of the vehicles. Good luck in your next venture

[@stevenreynolds2327]

Exactly how Maple Motors is making a killing.

[@Devls1]

Good to hear the separation was amicable - wishing you the best of luck with the new business!

[@sedrickharmonjr9374]

You will always bounce back man your videos have always been something of great and experiencing news for brand new vehicles you got it keep your head up

[@GabeStrom82]

This is who you are, already can tell a positive difference! Way to go! Subscribed.

[@ldkellandshaw]

Hard to argue with their decision - clear conflict of interest. Good luck!

[@mixflip]

Congratulations! Doing it big. It must be scary but you have a very good business plan going into this obviously. I know guntubers who quit to do youtube full time...and do gun videos???? Talk about a shaky plan. KZbin doesn't hate car videos so you'll do very well. I know your videos make good money. I look at my performance and just do the math trend upwards for you and I know you are doing well because I'm doing well. Can't wait to see what's next. Good luck bro.

[@billredding2000]

Well, guns (& ammo!) topics are probably more important nowadays than ever, given the failure (on orders from DAs and/or politicians sometimes) of the police to respond/do anything re: crime, and the soft criminal "justice" system releasing violent felons. We're on our own. So yeah, nothing wrong with "gun videos." ;-) Carry...there's no substitute. -- BR

[@RobbDzzz]

Everywhere I go there you are. I guess they say great minds…

[@dgripper05]

@@billredding2000 idk about right now but a couple years ago all the gun KZbinrs were getting videos removed and strikes cause YT was cracking down hard on their content, not sure if they loosened up since then but a lot of the guys I followed had to start changing their content and moving the main content over to another site

[@dgripper05]

@@billredding2000 idk about right now but a couple years ago all the gun KZbinrs were getting videos removed and strikes cause YT was cracking down hard on their content, not sure if they loosened up since then but a lot of the guys I followed had to start changing their content and moving the main content over to another site

[@billredding2000]

@@dgripper05 Yes, you're right...and I wasn't getting what "mixflip" was alluding to in his comment. Meaning, I wasn't recalling THAT negative aspect of KZbin's (Y-T) policy and also yes, that sure WOULD make it difficult for someone to start a Y-T channel on ANYTHING related to Guns & Ammo and make a successful/paying business out of it as it'd not be fitting a liberal agenda/narrative ("guns are bad, therefore so are people who have them," etc.) I was just focused on the topic/content itself...forgot Y-T would be AGAINST such a channel (ban or de-monetize, etc.)! Thanks for bringing up that point of bias... BTW, I HAVE wondered how some other "right/conservative" Y-T channels (be it about guns, ammo or just conservative viewpoints) have not been closed-down/banned already across the board on Y-T...maybe they will be at some point. Sad...but then Free Speech -- just like Truth (!) -- is pretty much being banned in America anyway... -- BR

[@timbreedlove1385]

Man right when I was getting ready to pull the trigger on getting a c8zo6 . Love all you vids I wish you and your family a merry Christmas and a happy new year and of course all the success of your new venture.

[@petersautovlog]

Congratulations Mike, its not an easy decision but no risk no reward ! Really enjoy your channel and wish you the best in this new endeavor..

[@mikedeiana1504]

Hey Mike I knew this day would come I don’t know how you got away with it for so long good luck in the future with all your endeavors

[@MrOmar0021]

When he said on the last vid, “But I’m not fired” I already knew it was coming. Unfortunate, BUT putting 💯 into his grind will give more back than doing 50/50 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@vancecost]

From Mobile Alabama, I wish you nothing but the best. You will make it. You have that swag about you and the drive. May God be with you and your family and Bless each of you. Best wishes…!

[@stevedeleon8775]

Chevy Dude ..One door closes..another one opens up..Stay Focused My Amigo👍Steve from Tucson, Arizona🏜

[@CartoonWeasel]

Well yeah duh, you cant have a used car dealer and still work at another dealer lol. Thats obvious. 🤦‍♂️

[@jameswillard1]

Yikes, brave man to leave an established business with repeat customers to start a used car business in one of the hardest markets we’ve ever seen. Good luck to you 🤞🏻

[@fauxque5057]

Hardest market? I have sold every piece of crap I had laying around for serious money when prices shot through the roof. This is a crazy sellers market.

[@jameswillard1]

@@fauxque5057 no shit, key word in your comment: “sellers market” so good luck trying to get new inventory. Being an independent dealer your choices are buy wholesale from a dealer you have a relationship with that will actually sell you trade in’s (good luck with that as no one is giving up anything in this market, because everything sells as you said yourself) or go to the auction and pay over retail just to get inventory that you won’t be able to make anything on..... so like I said, brave move in this market 😳

[@Jhuntermorgan1516]

@@jameswillard1 A big factor that also has to be considered...leaving a GM/Chevy store right now makes it less risky. They are the hardest hit in all of this mess and will be for a long time. I know Retail/Fleet Chevy guys doing only 5-10% of their normal numbers, been that way for a while. Good luck!

[@jameswillard1]

@@Jhuntermorgan1516 this is true. I would think repeat business combined with the Vette business would keep him doing fairly well, even if he delivered 3-4 C8’s a month (which I’d think is easily doable for him) that’s a few grand per car for him right there and I’d be willing to be he does more than that

[@Jhuntermorgan1516]

@@jameswillard1 Yes but im sure he isnt doing that many right now. Its hard in the auto world. I sell fleet and commercial for 19 dealership group. Chevy is beyond impossible to get sustained inventory and sold orders are counting against allocation. Im turning away long time clients. Also id be shocked if he didnt have a plan in place for inventory supply on used side.

[@shaunsmith9184]

So happy you are doing this! Will def be a recommendation from me!

[@JoeManLARockinEmpire]

CONGRATULATIONS Mike. We all Support you.👍👍

[@cecho9367]

Congratulations on the big move. I know how you must be feeling. I am an appliance repair technician and have been for 28 years. I worked for someone for 25 years and always had the thought of starting my own business. I finally made the move 3 years ago and as scary as it was, it was one of the best decisions of my life. My old employer became like family to me. I watched his kids grow up and become adults. I felt like a friend to him as much as an employee. But I knew I needed to ultimately do what was best for me. Without any “side hustle” like KZbin, I made the leap and started my own company. Now after 3 years, I’m doing better financially than I ever have. Been and my quality of life has improved 10 fold. I say all of this only to let you know that yes it’s scary but it is worth every bit of it. If you are good at what you do and you love what you do you will achieve greatness. I know you will be successful in your endeavors. Best of luck and I hope that our paths cross someday. Maybe we will both end up in Florida some day.

[@rle737ng]

Wonder how big a drop in revenue Bachman will experience. Hopefully they go, doh!

[@vladchan]

If the guy was siphoning off Bachman leads and clients for his own side business then it’s a problem.

[@michaelday6987]

Good luck man. Always got good information from you.

[@63DANNYLEE]

Best wishes! Praying for your success.

[@ryanjohnson8821]

I wonder if things would have gone differently if they were part of the discussion when you began the process of opening a dealership. You have been a great brand ambassador for Bachman Chevrolet, I think if they could have made it work they would have. At the end of the day you made plans without them and you put them in a tough position. I know leaving abruptly wasn't part of the plan, I'm sure it will light a fire in you to get this off the ground quickly. Good luck Mike! It's not going to be easy, but you'll look back a few years from now and know it was necessary to achieve your goals.

[@williamboyle8918]

Don't think it could have worked any which way.

[@ryanjohnson8821]

@@williamboyle8918 true, there's always a risk in sharing your plans too soon and being shown the door before you have anything in place. I'm sure it would've been much worse for him if they let him go in September or October.

[@craigfin3222]

When you tell the truth on crooks, the crooks get their revenge. Like we all know why they fired you, at least in my personal opinion. You cannot be honest as a Car Salesman, because eventually the dealer finds out and they don't want you anymore. All my personal opinion.

[@peterk814]

He was there for 11 years. You think he was honest and r]they kept him around that long? This dude is a scumbag too