HARDEST DECISION I'VE EVER HAD TO MAKE...

[@_down3y_]

A great quote from a podcast I listen to - "bite off more than you can chew and chew like fuck" live your dreams and the community will support you

[@driftgames_life]

That’s brilliant!

[@benlansdowne4502]

Yeww another ABC member watching the boys 👌

[@_down3y_]

@@benlansdowne4502 up the cult brus

[@YamahaNo42]

is that the alpha blokes podcast haha

[@benlansdowne4502]

@@YamahaNo42 yeah thats the one brother

[@aaronoarr]

Drift games doesn't do half measures. Aim for the sky and hit the stars. You guys know how much you mean to the Irish car community, and we'll be here for you as always.

[@mossyhennebry]

Go big or go home lads. By the way ICE - Irish club of EVO’s would love to attend your open day. We were the last club to attend the Engine block.

[@natejute]

ICE 😮 oh nvm😂

[@turbocateyeS475]

​@@Grimplays6969it's not our money or our business what they decide to do. Whether it is smart or not has no affect on our personal lives. Let them do and worry about themselves

[@Icessassin]

@@Grimplays6969 and how are they meant to do their jobs as a drift organisation without their cars, let alone make content for this channel without cars?

[@Icessassin]

@@Grimplays6969 DriftGames... is a business, they have a social media angle they make content for social media. Where do you think they got their audience that bought all the shirts that gave them money to survive till the insurance came through. The insurance payout was for their CARS, they were not the landlords so they don't get insurance money on the property which would have been alot of money. Its their money, they paid the insuranc, the insurance paid them out their claims. They're free to do whatever the fuck with their payout money. Also its a job, they get paid from posting to KZbin and it promotes their brand. You don't have to do KZbin 110% for it to be part of your job. Old mate can't just go oh I don't feel like not going into work and making a video about DriftGames cause my hobby isn't feeling like it did before the fire. Bruh your mic was never plugged in. 🤡

[@VNTRFilms]

@@Grimplays6969 Just say that you're jealous of people who actually succeed in life instead of spending their time being hateful and meaningless. Sad life you got there "bud" (Drops mic)

[@ZachariahMccully]

That intro has me teared up. If you love the culture the culture loves you back

[@thebigdiff]

100% behind you guys been 1 of the first subscribers to the youtube members page always look forward to the videos You guys have made me fall back in love with cars again and get my owen project for me and the young lad to work on and it's realy helped my mental health big time keep pushing forward lads never give up

[@johnmclaughlin7633]

As an architect i know the fun of going through planning, design, and construction. I dont blame you for wanting to avoid that process. Buying a place would be the ideal and your team should send it. Worst case scenario you should consider what leasing out part of the space (sublet to help subsidize initial costs and grow into the space over the course of a few years) or the whole space in the worst case scenario, its better to be a landlord than bankrupt.

[@miguelmc2289]

I believe that’s what Shmee are doing. Tim’s garage is only half of the restored building.

[@wobblysauce]

And any of the building plans while great when you commit you cant pick other offers like this that just pop up.

[@SKILLI55UE]

The fact you get us, the community involved in every decision, even after losing pretty much everything, it shows you have a passion for what you do, BUT an even bigger passion for your fans and supporters! I think I speak from all of us, WE LOVE DRIFT GAMES! And I'm glad you're here to stay! 🙏❤

[@moto.veloce1]

A bit of advice from a 64 year old motorsports guy. This is a huge decision and it sounds like you're handling it with a level of maturity I may not have had when I was a younger man. I just want to say, make your dreams come true if you can possibly manage it. It probably won't be easy but I don't think your crew is afraid of hard work. Best wishes for success going forward! 🍀

[@jaycar06ify]

Nothing but love for you guys and what you've accomplished this year. What happened would have devastated most. You guys are striving. Its been a pleasure to follow along.

[@That_Slick_FR]

If the legal side gets Approved, GO FOR IT, rebuild an engine block 2.0 and go for it. You've got the full Irish Car Community behind you guys.

[@ryannielsen8665]

You and the boys deserve everything that’s coming positive your way. I feel truly like you should build a car and name it the Phoenix. Something rising from the ashes that’s every person from the team puts a piece of them in it. And build it in the new dream HQ for the first build.

[@JoshHanneke]

Good for you guys for keeping us up to date and telling the truth.

[@olliebrown89]

It's mad seeing footage of what you had there. It was amazing.

[@karsus]

I just saw a movie I hadn't seen since the 90's and it totally reminded me of you guys situation. "Field of Dreams"- If you build it, they will come!! Build your ideas, do what needs to get done and everyone will come and support you!!! Good Luck!!

[@nathanjones4976]

You guys are a huge inspiration to all in the car scene. Youve not given up when all seemed gone! Huge respect to you all, keep up with the content and keep pushing for the dream HQ 2.0

[@HazedGaming420]

NEVER GIVE UP!!!!!!!!! this channel is amazing and has to grow you guys deserve it!!!!! Always keep pushing!!! You guys are an inspiartion to me and plenty other people!!!

[@hillbillywes100]

I'm stoked for ya'll, all I can say about this is back when I was your age I had these same dreams, raced, had truck repair shop, machine shop did HVAV and was always on the move. But I never had the balls or partners to make the jump to own a big shop. I have no regrets following the more domesticated path. But I think about it all the time. What if? What I will say from experience as a business mrg is, someone is going to have to step back and become the guy that keeps all the balls in the air so all the boring stuff stays on the tracks, while you are all doing what you do. Kind of the Adult in the room so to speak, a business manager. You being the face and voice of the channel??? I do think with all the partners and contacts you made it may have a fighting chance. Best of luck!

[@PokeCallie]

It's truly amazing and inspiring to see how far you guys have come in such a short time and massive/sudden loss. Never give up or doubt yourselves

[@TFOB86]

i only found the channel when the fire happened, i vaguely know what happened before the fire, but im really excited to see this

[@BubbaGTi]

It's worth going back for a catch-up

[@TASTYTREATSPLS]

I like these videos. Dope to see the stuff behind the scenes!

[@TechkNEiK]

i just gotta say, you guy keep me motivated to start my own team. thank you for sharing the ups and down because I really need to hear it all. you guys are the best keep killing it

[@nicoleb4381]

Go for it lads! You all clearly have what it takes to make this work and taking on challenges is what results in the biggest growth. Can’t wait to see you all build something even more amazing!

[@paulclements1824]

Love how open and transparent you guys are. Do what you love and push the envelope

[@horgb7808]

You know the saying, "go big or go home. You're definitely going into this venture with a level head on your shoulders. I think the automotive you tube community will support you in every way. GO FOR IT!!!!

[@siobhanoriordan8104]

Look forward to see what you make of it! This would be epic! Go for it! You have helped the car community here so much and been an inspiration! Keep up the great work!

[@marcelosilva-rk3rp]

I think it's great that you are transparent about what is going on. I feel like I'm part of the process, in the good times and the bad. Keep fighting and keep taking risks. We are all here for it!

[@gabrielezefi4671]

Keep the hard work guys, bc you are the best drift channel on yt

[@emokid3167]

I think i speak for everyone when i say, go big! Shoot for the stars! Yall have already done such amazing things after losing absolutely everything, keep pushing the limit! We support you 100%

[@benthebuilder6934]

Crazy to hear what the timelines would look like in Ireland, where I live in American I could buy a undeveloped plot and build a building with power and water within a few months, probably would be closer around 6 months before the inside is 100%, but still hearing it could take years is crazy

[@Afraz_9n3]

In the UK Ireland and most of Europe regulations kill that massively. Like yeah you could buy land but then you have to apply for planning which the council take ridiculously long on then you have to build the actual thing and get planning for everything your doing (the original planning permission isn't enough you MUST get planning for every individual thing that you do) then once you've built it and got everything done you gotta pay taxes which is A LOT. Even buying or selling a house is a faff here I'm in the process of selling my house and they need all the documents and building regs for every change to the house all the way back to the 2000s before we bought the house. Long

[@benthebuilder6934]

@Afraz_9n3 Yeah, in the US we have to get plans approved beforehand and several inspections at different times throughout the build, but that's basically it. Of course there are some benefits to having more regulations, most houses are complete shit in the US, but it mostly just seems like an annoyance

[@Afraz_9n3]

@@benthebuilder6934 tbf "cowboy builders" are a thing in the UK even with all the regulations so regulations don't necessarily fix the problem of bad buildings. However it does minimise that chance of it happening but on the downside gives a lot more red tape to go through unfortunately

[@jameschildress9559]

We as a community are behind you guys 100%. To be honest, you guys should also look into opening up a difting school, build customer dift cars, and/or other business ideas. This will show any mortgage company you go to a more stable business strategy. I don't know if Ireland has any small business grant programs you can apply for. That would be another option you can look into.

[@GkPhotographic]

this is fantastic news Dave , go forward with positive energy , make a centre piece for all Irish motor lovers to come together in one place , its a wonderful dream and the entire community far and wide are behind you guys , id like to help you with this dream .

[@stevenemson8180]

Keep up the great work, the positivity is amazing. Go for it everyone will be behind you all the way.

[@irishrammer7135]

Go for it 👍can’t wait for more high quality content 👌

[@b16snv]

You've asked a rhetorical question... You guys have always taken the big risks and they have always paid off, we have always been behind you and proud of your not give up way of thinking. Let's do this!!

[@homerstu6133]

I've only discovered you about 6 weeks ago, but subscribed after just a couple of videos. You've got me hooked, I love what you guys are doing - the Irish hoonigan, but better. Go balls deep and continue to grow!

[@BubbaGTi]

You could ditch the "UK" and the brackets really

[@bghbb]

@@BubbaGTi oh hush, still doing more the UK drift scene than anyone else.

[@willwastaken]

Ireland isn't even part of the UK

[@TheLupe120]

I started watching you all when the tragedy happened. Even in this short time I've seen how down to earth all of you are. Things can be replaced. The time it took you to make those things can't, but what's important to you is that you can continue making things that you love. Hard time or not, there's a light at the end of the tunnel. The world needs more people like you and your team!

[@TheLupe120]

Keep pushing fam 👍

[@TeamLocknloaded]

Great to see you guys making a come back! 👏

[@night79rider]

I start see your channel when the fire hits the HQ, Since then i didn't know about Drift Games.... When i saw the 10 years of your dreams burned down i fall in to tears! i am a car guy to and i know what is the love for the cars. Because i have a dream to. To build a house with a Garage next to it and build a Drift car. But here in Greece is much difficult to do it. Since now i see that you didn't Give up and you guys continuing building your Dreams again ! So just to know you have another fun and a family member in Greece to watch your videos and be happy with your success, Because what you did after the fire since now its a big success ! Keep Rocking guys! We Love You!

[@mackie_p]

Thanks for staying transparent!!

[@Octanen_]

That is AMAZING news, and if im honest... Its awesome that you guys found something, and honestly... knowing the community, both online and offline... i would say go for it. Since if anything... you guys have proven OVER and OVER again that the brand is growing, by just the shear amount of people at your events. I would say... GO FOR IT.

[@garthknight1234567]

Completely agree with your thought process, the car community is behind you 100% very excited to see the new place

[@simonchayden]

It's definitely going to be amazing to see the brand take that step forward and get back to where the engineblock left off! To be able to consistently fill mondello like you do shows how many people are behind you and when the new place is done we will be there too

[@jvrkandc]

This is Gonna be Sooo Awesome! Will def make a plan to trip all the way from Cape Town to come visit once you guys are done.Cant Wait! Onwards & Upwards ..Gooo DriftGames !!

[@jnr42]

Getting to meet the guys when they were on Drift Week, it is clear that there is honesty and passion. I love how transparent Dave and the crew are. You have never taken the easy road and why should this stop you. This only makes Drift Games better and more stories for years to come.

[@Jon64scale]

DriftGames rising up and coming back stronger and better than ever lets go yous got this 👌 # DriftGames 2.0 👍

[@stevebromley8545]

100% behind you guys looking forward to hearing more news about it good luck with everything

[@driftmansion]

The drift mansion wasn’t our original idea. Our original plan was abruptly cancelled due to covid. When the doors of fate seem like they shut hard, there’s a reason! Keep pushing dudes! Wishing you positivity and prosperity for the future 🏁

[@methodandmadness1]

I love that you are open about everything. Thank you for this one!

[@markknowles1623]

Whatever it is do it !! If any team can pull this off its this team 100%

[@jujushaman]

I hope you guys can get a new place! Love you guys for being so real about the struggles. I don't watch youtube for the E! Style over produced "perfection" from mainstream stuff. I love watching dudes that love building cars, cool cars, and sharing their struggles and successes along the way.

[@obvra]

What would be cool is if you build it up again with strong storage containers welded together for more space and keep adding up until your satisfied

[@fieryginge]

It’s actually cheaper to go purposefully built from the start

[@mavr1ck_garage]

I will always support a channel that is 110% honest with it's viewers. I didn't find you guys until just before the fire and I watched a video here and there but after the fire I watched and saw how honest you are and I'm hooked I've watched every episode since then. You guys are awesome

[@riddlemethis01]

I agree, go big or go home. You didn't start this company because you wanted to do boring. I live in Virginia Beach USA and ware a Connor Falvey jersey and so many people recognize it and Drift Games it crazy. You guys have built an international brand, all I see are good things ahead.

[@Zqud]

Yoo!! 757 in the houuusee! Haha, Chesapeake here

[@somethingtowatchhere]

I'll be honest, I've watched/liked a lot of y'all's videos, didn't realize I wasn't subscribed, I am now. I think you guys should definitely continue to build, get the new place, get back to having your own place, before the end of the year, it'd be amazing to watch the progression, again, after the misfortune you guys have recently been through

[@kermithoo]

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[@ColeHowe-qk4cc]

You fully need to go for it. I’ve admittedly only been following since the fire but seeing you bounce back the way you have is absolutely incredible! I’m over the water in North Wales and would love to drive over and meet you all. Go chase those dreams and end 2024 with that dream HQ and start 2025 with a bang!!

[@elviscukurs2671]

First😂

[@elviscukurs2671]

I always wanted to do that 🙈

[@Gincc]

🫨

[@FrodeAltink]

Since you guys got going again after the fire, you’ve had great momentum and the channel has been more exciting than ever before. Love the cars you’ve bought and the builds you’ve built. All that great energy that shows in every video of late makes me believe you can do anything. Of course you should go for the new place if possible! So cool to se a European car KZbin channel doing things on this level. Every time you guys drop a video I want to watch it asap. A lot o love and respect from Sweden.

[@embo666]

Love the channel I fell out of love with the jdm scene after selling my rx7 and s13 to build my house and family life but after seeing your loss and rebuilding its re igniting the passion again not only for jdm but modifying cars in general it’s great seeing different types of builds I say go big or go home I’m sure your fans will support you all the way keep up the amazing work

[@wakdog]

Thanks!

[@tyracer24]

You guys need a home! Sounds like you found it. We are behind you guys 100%! I know it's a risk but you have the support you need. We are all excited to see what happens for you all. Been amazing watching you guys get through this it's been inspiring to say the least! Can't wait to keep following and supporting some fellow car guys who just want to work on their cars! Much love from Canada!

[@colomet]

I started re-watching and re-subscribing after the fire cause you guys are really down to earth and tbf, I wanna see you guys spread your wings again.

[@davidolsen4435]

I love how open and honest you are with everybody! Keep it up

[@vtijim]

NGL. Only found you guys through Noriyaro, but INSTANTLY started following because loved the vibe and energy you guys put into everything. Nearly 6months down the line and "what happened" between the exact same VIBE and ENERGY existing makes me realise..... LIFE aint THAT bad. Keep going because you have a new die hard fan ❤

[@scaleddragon143]

Let's go! I can't wait to see what projects everyone will be doing because since the fire, you guys have just pushed yourselves to the limit and got great results out of it! I love the Datsun because it reminds me of my grandparents panel truck the Little Lady.

[@dapperdanbuilds]

I trust your judgment, Dave! You know what you're comfortable and capable of. I'm here for whatever you decide! You lads have become one of my absolute favorite, must watch channels! Cheers and good vibes from a hillbilly in TN!

[@driftgames_life]

You're the best!

[@ryanbatykefer9495]

Loved your shop at the engine block before. With that being said, build it back bigger and better than before. Pain heals, chicks dig scars and glory last forever. Proud to support you guys always have always will!!!

[@jeremiahjohnson5610]

Go for it all the way. Never give up,push harder when you get push back. You guys are far from done, this is the next step to take drift games to the next level. My family supports you in whatever way we can

[@bungle6668]

I have watched this video, and sat and thought before making comment (unlike alot on here)... The need for a suitable premises is very obvious, and IF its affordable, and practical then you got to go for it.. opportunities like this do not come along regularly. I only subscribed to htis channel due to the fire, Drifting isnt really my thing, but my love of cars and the absolute horrible spectacle of the fire, and yourselves and the teams tenacity and determination to keep going and make it work is an inspiration! Too many would have given up, folded the business and called it a day BUT you guys HAVENT! all i will say is, please budget for a decent sprinkler system, the Engine block fire could likely have not been the disaster it was with a decent sprinkler system.. I wish you guys nothing but all the luck in the world, god knows you deserve it!!

[@mitsu8220]

You guys are killing it. Cant wait to see this new place! Going to be better than the engine block ever was!

[@shlahms4497]

the taste and quality to the channel is incredible the shots and the edits and the cars and the style its all so good im always excited to see your next video you know how to keep people on there toes also the last video of just drivin pullin out whatever car just havin the best time and the reactions of k series vs sr was so freakin sick and much needed for the internet you guys are doing the lords work k series fires off unbelievably fast and sounds like it takes limiter well but the trusty sr just evokes an unmatched driving style anyway dude i freakin love to see the potential plans and the behind the scenes and im stoked for DG to have a setup set up so everyone can kinda take a breath on the whole where we gonna build cars front

[@chadellis8376]

Go for it!!! You guys will succeed and you all deserve it!! I wish nothing but the best for the entire drift games crew. Best of luck and keep up the amazing content

[@jamesdesherlia895]

Never give up you guys got this!!! Would be lost without drift games videos and content! Look forward to seeing the future for you guys.

[@davehillier4827]

Fare play to you Dave and the team for never giving up onwards and upwards

[@SkiBuilt]

Subscribed and liked! I watch your videos all the time but didn't have an account but yall inspired me to start my own channel. And now I know that viewership support goes along way. Can't wait to see what's to come!

[@stuknows671]

Man what a rollercoaster you are still going through... do it.... go big and make it happen. Sending love and support from New Zealand...

[@aegisgarage1571]

You’ve shown resilience and strength where many people would’ve given up but you guys have shown a different side of drifting and the care and the continued determination towards the community 100% any day of the week we’d back you up!

[@rustysheriff3851]

Don't know the first thing about drifting, but watching your story unfold has been incredibly inspiring. The cars and the engine block might be gone, but you have all that learning and experience. Nothing can take that away. Wishing you every success in the future.

[@jamesgallagher3875]

U guys deserve new HQ so be fantastic to see u rise from the ashes like you have an amazing team, content,merch cars & cars u all have irish/northern irish car culture all behind u.

[@geoffspencer2002]

Push on boys always all got your back.. make it a big and great 24 ... I'll keep watching here from down under

[@IdontknowBenjii]

Keep pushing!!! Would love to see you guys end 2024 in a new amazing building/location you got all the support from us fans,friends and family LETS GOOOOO🙌🏾

[@TheOtherPlayer]

There’s only a handful of creators on this platform that have the passion and perseverance that drift games has, always find you guys inspiring and wish all of y’all the best with getting approved on the finances. I think this spirit of bringing the year back to a positive will reward you guys incredibly. I’ve always found that things are always the most grim before stepping up a level past where you were before.

[@BarbershopReviews]

I have watched a number of videos from you guys now, and this video is the one that made me subscribe. To see the determination and grit to keep pushing forward with your next dream spot was great to see. I know that your next spot will be nothing short of amazing!

[@Wickit96]

I wish I started following you guys years ago , because you've became My favorite channel to watch lately

[@K88MUD]

One Life - Live It......full throttle onwards guys. With a team like you guys are and the support you have it would be crazy not to push forwards and dream big.

[@philhansen3160]

Good luck! Hope things go well ! It's a tough bit to swallow, all that's happened, but you ARE successeding, do the research and don't be afraid.... you got this!

[@kevodean]

honestly if yall kept it going the way you guys been going, in 2 years your gonna need a pretty big warehouse/shop, might as well pull the trigger and in the meantime keep up the good work and awesome content, even if you had to hit the brakes on new major projects for 2 years, im still gonna tune in to all the events and random vlogs no matter what

[@grahamreynolds992]

Go for it I only came across your channel when the fire cropped up on my suggested videos I have since watched all your videos. Life is full of choices and only the choices you make will succeed the choices you don't make can only bring regret and what if so aim as high as you can you have a great team who are not afraid of hard work

[@franshaan7388]

Go for it!! I follow you guys since the fire and have looked at a lot of old video's. I am a solid subscriber now and i hope to see you guys one day and will buy merchandise!

[@Jon64scale]

DriftGames you guys got this everyone's behind yous including me and id say go all out and build the DriftGames empire and reap the rewards in the future 👌👍

[@SmokeeBearDrifts]

Despite what happened at the beginning of the year its awesome to see how much yall have overcame and doubled down on everything and went all in to rebuild drift games and the legacy yall will create. # NEVER GIVE UP

[@reynelawrence9466]

From a viewers perspective. Drift games take massive leaps and never miss. You guys are where you are by the mercy of the viewers, so to doubt yourselves is to doubt the viewers and I for one will continue to follow drift games through bad or good.

[@UrbanMenace0187]

Yes yes yes 100 percent go for it! Drift Games HAS to continue this journey for the good of drift motorsport in Ireland and beyound! For a moment at 16mins in i thought you were going to announce the purchase of Mondello!❤

[@fgklsey]

Go big! It’s definitely meant to be since everything else fell through. You have the whole world supporting you, we are proud and hope it all works out! Excited to see the new place! 🥳

[@RandomZA]

One thing i can say for sure is that the drift games team os exceptionally resilliant, hard working and determined. With those qualities you guys can achieve anything. Strongs to the team💪🏽

[@CarLad_S15]

Go for it!, go big or go home, we are all behind you guys and you should definitely go for this new place. Can’t wait to see yous at The Irish drift festival on Sunday👌

[@markglover100]

Whatever it is....we got you. You sold yourself short saying you're just a small brand. Drift games has connected the WORLD of drifting and car culture for sure. Cant wait to see this new idea. LETS GO!!!!!!!!

[@joeyhilliard9263]

Excited for whats to come. Go all in boys! We have your back and are along for the ride! Buying merch right now.

[@morganhogue2550]

Definitely go for it guys, as you say it will be good for the whole community, sending love and support all the way from New Zealand

[@Michaels14]

Do it guys !!! We are definitely supporting you guys Good luck God bless!