I Got $100,000 In Speeding Tickets Before Turning 18 | The Gintani Story Ep 2

[@Gintani]

Watch Part 1 Here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJLGZXqYjMd6eLs

[@rileyspears8582]

B5 S4 is a fantastic car. One of my favourites

[@nswgb69]

I want that intercooler kit for my r53. It would be a perfect birthday present.

[@thejakefromstatefarm6768]

You’re an interesting guy so sure people want to hear about how you got where you are. I hope you do more stuff on here. Talk about your cars next and what you’ve done to them.

[@thejakefromstatefarm6768]

That plate made me so hungry! Oh man! I’m gonna have to go on a food run now.

[@petegeorge6605]

THE KING ALEX!!! this two videos are f/in amazing! Alex thank you brother! keep "flaming" :D

[@EhEhEdday]

As respectable as Alex already is, this series has me continuing to appreciate and respect him even more than I knew possible. What a joy to walk the same planet with this gent!

[@Bong310]

Big facts got way more respect for flamers now 😂😂😂

[@ryanjamesdesmidt2390]

Agreed

[@Rooster9891]

I agree with you

[@zacharynevarez2997]

The fact that Alex loves cars enough to pull over with a random mini owner, educate him, and take him for a rip spontaneously says all i need to know about Alex. Such a bro who is in love with the industry, hugely inspirational.

[@Highspeed_216]

I couldn’t agree more. This truly shows is love for the industry. As a fellow car enthusiast, these videos simply make my heart happy. Keep doing what you’re doing Alex

[@LeeMooEez]

Alex and DDE is the real life Fast & Furious! 😂😂😂😍😍😍😍

[@ItzEmmaunelworld_3]

bro speaking facts!!!!

[@silent_fungus]

I’m here for it.

[@Sunburnae92]

I can’t say No to this

[@bboysolja]

If it wasn't for this video.. that kid wouldn't believe his dad's random adventure

[@Chris-hw4mq]

Fast and furious family money edition

[@charliestoner2462]

This is without a doubt the best content I have watched on youtube in a very very long time. Being able to put a story behind Alex and Gintani makes me so much more appreciative of the work you guys do. Your love for automobiles is so tangible and goes to show how much love you have put into creating a name for yourself, success could not have found a more worthy man. Love it bro

[@ItzEmmaunelworld_3]

this how legends are made!!!!! gotta say Gintani are like the godfather of tuning and make the best sounding exhaust for cars and flames

[@chrishogan1307]

I came across Alex because of Damon at DDE but he INSTANTLY became a favorite for me. Insane personality and equally insane work. Full props to you man, loving this series!

[@PrivateJoker]

Listen dude, you are probably the most down to to earth and humble person. The way that you cherish your roots and family is the way I wish I was raised i thank you for being real, nicely done

[@a.d.7042]

is never to late, you can do it with your own children!

[@TheRealMrRoyal]

Alex describing the passion that started from the first time letting out a clutch was exactly how it was for me. I had driven my dad's auto Toyota pickups on his property several times around 11 years old. But the first time I chose how fast accelerate, I chose when to shift. The feeling of letting off the gas even is so different in a manual it was all those things you "feel" that got me hooked.

[@lauriea2971]

The car that I first learn to drive was a 1977 midnight blue caddy New Yorker 4 door 400 under the hood. I was maybe 4’8”. Learned to drive in winter on black ice I was 12 years old at the time back in 1982 my step dad taught me to drive. He was a professional driver a truck driver. Lots of love from Canada

[@joshuaboehm6419]

This series is giving me an entirely new appreciation for Gintani. Super rad seeing the Cooper S that started it all!

[@krisaunedi4920]

Alex you ROCK 🪨 buddy. You bring back the good old days of how you started your car journey and now into one of the best custom shop in the USA and maybe even world wide. Cool to see pictures of Hot Import Nights I also remember going to those events it brings back the old heritage of what car technology is now. I just wanted to say that this story really made shed a tear of the good old days but you've brought back some memories for me too. I thank you for that and say that I've got full respect for you and just keep up the success you do. Again Alex you ROCK 🪨

[@lauriea2971]

It’s nice to see a son that is a true family man straight to the word. Bro u r da bomb my friend. Lots of love from Canada. God bless u and da the family Peace out

[@jahyoda]

The Family Connection and Story is Epic...You've Done Good for Yourself Alex....Family is and Should be Proud

[@jonathanprosser1776]

28:48 oh mate, I’ve always loved watching you - I’m a DDE OG - and now learning parts of your story gotta say, love you even more. You’re talking to us with such an impressive humility and respect of how “you made it” and the importance of family. Bravo mate and well done

[@x_CDubb_StaRR_x]

Cograts on your success! Well deserved my man! I appreciate how humbled you are now in your life in regards to your upbrining and opportunities. Now as a true DDE fan, I know YSOB's would like to see Alex be a little reckless for a min and shred some of Damons tires and just full send it down on The Block.

[@jkparanormal8400]

I don’t comment a lot but I do really appreciate you opening up about everything and what drives you. It shows us the “real” side of you. Not just “the guy on KZbin”. Can’t wait to watch the entire series you have.

[@rickvang7313]

Thanks Alex. Keep these back stories episodes coming. ❤ I appreciate the human side of your hustle and passion for automotive and marketing/hustling.

[@chrisk6414]

Dude I love this series. I usually skip through a lot of KZbin videos but these I watch from beginning to end. You have a great story…. Thanks for sharing. 🤙

[@Gintani]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@4200timeB]

It took me afew days to get the time to watch this but how f'en cool are these getting.... The video production is first rate an the Gintani storyline is pretty interesting. Very cool you decided to do this man .

[@Gintani]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@williegarcia3627]

Bro straight up it’s so sick how you’re making these episodes! Giving us a chance to see how it all got started, it’s so damn inspiring because look at where it brought you🤩

[@bradleymtz1861]

The more i learn about Alex the more i love the dude. Such a cool guy and down to earth. Definitely well deserving of all the success and everything he's accomplished so far.

[@Mr.W2024]

You deserve the recognition. Keep crushing it bro! Will let every video play through man! Just keep popping over into The Block! Wanna see you shred some whips!

[@drewrogers2264]

Dude the part with you showing that random guy the mini is so wholesome. Can't wait for the next ep. Keep it up Gintani.

[@espany02]

I think maybe 15% will know the nostalgic feeling of going through an old photo album!!!! I can see the joy of memories as you went through them. Keep at it bro!!! Love from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

[@yourmove9993]

humble guy, wish nothing but the best for you and your family

[@gho0osting]

Mad love on this series. The fact that you pulled up to some random guy that was interested in the mini coop, portrays your passion for cars. That's OG!

[@vtcanada2000]

This 2 part serious is dope. Really can see you have a great family and community.

[@Gintani]

surprise....it's actually a 5 part series

[@kyleregan302]

@Gintani came as a DDE fan, supporting a fellow brother. Leaving with mad appreciation of you your family and all the work. Keep grinding boys. Your killing it.

[@PeteBruley]

This is probably the best youtube content that I've watched. Love hearing the heritage. I really like watching all your videos but really enjoy these.

[@bradsparkman-oq2ul]

Fun to hear all these stories, reminds me of my teenage years!! Thanks for sharing.

[@richardcowen7503]

Bro this series will start a trend . I'm a bit older than u but not much and this is basically how it went for me as a kid too! Thanks for sharing man it really takes alot to put yourself out there. 🙏

[@michimadiforever1458]

This channel is going to do great. You are one of our favorite characters on DDE. And the mad scientist that does all the boost & flame tunes. Your family history with LA is so interesting and amazing and your knowledge of building fast cars is so fun to watch, love the conversation with Dave on his Bentley with Mike talking about what you can do to his car.

[@superfast30]

Alex, thanks for doing this man. The backstory is what truly makes your builds special. I was always a fan of your work but learning about the origins makes me see your builds in a different light. One can definitely sense the passion you have for this stuff and we can now see why the stuff you produce is top notch. You deserve the success you've achieved!

[@bortsmithson]

The bit at the end with the random guy in a Mini was just the cherry on top! Really cool to see the start of Gintani and your story. Keep killing it!

[@marioremondino9837]

Alex, I’m just blown away by your story and humble attitude. You don’t have to do the social media for us. But we love it. Keep up the grind. This is a nice gift for all the fans. And we ALL respect the hell out of you!

[@DmanDucati]

What a great series! And every car guy can relate to looking at old photos of cars they use to own and still get excited over them! So much more respect now for you!

[@PatrickMcMahon1]

There are people in this world that are just destined to do big things in life. Alex is for sure one of them. He is him for sure.

[@iancunningham485]

This is a really good series on the start of Gintani. Shout out to whoever is editing these, they are really fn good.

[@henryrhodus5172]

I said it after the first video and I'll say it again. I love everything about this little series. I've always loved learning the who, what, where, why, when and how people become who they are. Keep the stories and history lessons coming!

[@miguelr4757]

We know that kid is going to love his Mini even more after seeing this video! Thank you for everything you are sharing! Great series!

[@Th3brownie]

Been a while since I’ve smiled through a whole video like this. I appreciate more and more every second, happy for you and your success!

[@northeastcarhunter]

Alex you kick ass definitely, really enjoying this series. You story is truly the American Dream come true. Thanks You For Sharing Your Story With Us. We truly appreciate it!!! Can't wait for the Paul Walker stuff to come out.

[@brettconv83]

Alex your openness and honesty was great. What an amazing story. I myself dropped out of high school in 11th grade and obtained my GED right at 18 before my class graduated. For years I was embarrassed that I dropped out. I got into building military helicopters as a career then went to cars. I’ve learned to embrace that I learn different and school wasn’t for everyone. Best Wishes to you and your family in 2024

[@betonblack3621]

I believe it. I lived off Oxnard by the 7-11. Yall boys be wilding. Sound like a racetrack. Loved it lol

[@SzaryLive]

Man with passion

[@sirremusrobinson1070]

You remind me of my Dad and Uncle Melvin. My Dad was a big Cadillac dude in the 70s and 80s and my Uncle Melvin had the 400 '78 Gold Trans-Am with house speakers in the back seats, that was systems before there were systems lol. They got me into cars. You bought back old memories to me, Thank you.. Love your story as you should be an inspiration for many!

[@slimmike22]

We all need and want more content. Regardless of what it is. Personally channel is in my top-5 automotive youtube channels i watch. The genuineness and all of u are funny and knowledgeable about cars. Its a great thing to watch guys!!

[@craigeaston6422]

Just a genuinely good guy! Got into dde and then gintani theough covid, driving a taxi with little work and plenty of time to watch you tube videos. Amazing back story and a inspiration. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@zachgertken4077]

I have a similar story when I was young with my step dad. He brought me in the front seat and I used to shift his car and my mom would sit in the back. He also let me drive it when I was 7 or 8 in parking lots. Got me into cars the same way when I was just a young boy. Now a mechanic and love modding cars helping friends with their cars. Love the story man thank you for sharing!

[@ray7102]

Alex is legit just a regular guy with a passion! Subscribed.

[@chrisyoungs3896]

Alex, great story. Love your Dad and Grand Dad’s influence on you. You are very grounded in your life by them.

[@22ddavyd]

Great getting to know you on a bit more of a personal level. Appears you have a great family and an amazing dad as well. Keep killing it

[@lylemartin9955]

Classic. That mini Cooper looks like to much fun. Haha. Alex is have a blast in that thing and is awesome he kept all the stuff he did from the beginning

[@emmrecanugur]

As a Turkish follower, I feel so freakin proud and inspired. When you mention Rococo Han, Kapalı Çarşı(Grand Bazaar), Türkiye, İstanbul etc makes me emotional cuz I live in İstanbul. When I first saw Alex on DDE's channel, I felt a connection. After watching this series I understand why, we came from same place. Your story is so inspiring. Greeting from Türkiye, İstanbul

[@christianaguilar4122]

Alex and DDE have the best content out! Thanks for sharing your love and passion as a kid to now. Wish all the best to guys at Gintani

[@offroadsocal11]

I love this series and as a tech for 16 years still with the passion my self I respect this so much

[@mattfricks5278]

I'm really enjoying this series and how honest and open Alex is being about it hate to see the pain of your friend.

[@kylehope7280]

I’ve been waiting for this episode to come out! Huge respect and much love for Alex and the team! Been watching you guys since you hooked up with DDE

[@chadb8626]

This series is incredible.. sooo much more respect and inspiration for alex.. plus the end where he takes the guy from the mini for a ride is so wholesome 😅

[@jamesawhalen]

Alex stopping and talking with that guy and then taking him for a ride shows who Alex truly is .

[@b1llabong]

The grin on your face when taking this trip down memory lane is priceless

[@MrMikeMe]

Alex you're such a good person, have an amazing story., awesome that you're sharing it with us. The stop at the end with the mini cooper owner was really good to see... no judgement or anything just a wholesome interaction with cars. good to see now a days.

[@martyilunga6645]

The interaction with the guy at the end is really refreshing glad to see just good old bonding like in the old days.

[@scottlivingstone8227]

My hat goes off to you and your family mate it just shows hard work goes along way keep it up mate absolute legend

[@sxmolin]

That’s awesome!! Great video of your history!! Made me think of my first car growing up.

[@rashdanbakari3373]

The impromptu meeting with the new mini owner and how the name Gintani = Animal comes about. Great episode 👏👏👏

[@CrakimaWA]

Dude you are so cool to take the time to pull over and give that random guy a crazy ride, that was so awesome. You are living your best life everyday, how many people get to do that.

[@eddiemulder1986]

@Gintani Alex your a legend. Your life story we all can relate. My first time driving was in a 540i BMW. Living in South Africa we use to follow what all the legends did with their cars. Love these vids that you doing. Keep posting and all the best.

[@jeffselchow5719]

Love these stories Alex, brings back a lot of memories of when I was young. WOW, that seems a lifetime ago, 60 now, got my DL @ 18. I did 'borrow' my moms 72 LTD Country Squire Wagon @12, LOL, damn near ran out of gas and barely made it home, she's gone now, Christmas 2009, but I don't think she ever knew. Keep these stories coming buddy, can't wait for EP #3. Much Success to you from Wisconsin.

[@gregkasprzak]

Alex, that's an amazing story and really good content. Finally, someone being real and sharing how they really feel

[@mazyd4091]

Alex aside from my dad may have just became my super hero. Dude the amount of stuff I can relate to him on (which im sure alot of us can) is insane. I aspire to chase the same goals and dreams. The fact that he cherishes his family roots is the best man. Please keep it up, love seeing this side of the business and yourself! Love from Canada bro, ALSO FOR THE SECOND TIME, PLEASE make an exhaust for the mk7 Golf R aha

[@mrmoosetoyou]

You seem like a genuine guy and humble and it's hard not to cheer on someone such as yourself plus you help keep the DDE guys popping flames 🔥

[@kevind29]

The way you value family and the history of your success makes me a life long viewer and fan ….thank you sir!!!!

[@NorCA530]

Known of yall since salomondrin with fargini lol was badass when dde became your customer

[@Alex-zi1nb]

this series has already been amazing, cant wait for more. episode 1 with your family history and dad and grandpa was so freaking cool. and that donar place looked delicious

[@mycow3246]

Very cool you took that dude for a ride in the mini the look on his face was priceless

[@InskiBoys]

I think ppl rather see content of you and your life. Yeah the shop as well. But your life too. Your the character.

[@charlestusin274]

This was awesome. Thanks foyer letting us in. You have a great family brother.

[@edgestrikedesign]

Alex, you are an absolute legend! Your passion for cars shows everytime you talk.

[@dieseldmax5369]

after watching the first episode I tought man his grand father and father legacy story is worthy of a movie and now hearing yours is even more interesting and seeing all yours sucess you deserve it, keep the good work!

[@maneycb9]

I feel ya brother, I have a sophomore with a 3.7 gpa and a 7th grader that doesn't want to school. Prefers to work and make money. He's not a bad kid, just school is not for him. He's smart just doesn't like school. Teacher have said he has a mental problem but I just believe people aren't all meant for school were meant to work and become autrepreuers. Great vlog.. man those hot import nights and nopi nationals were off the chains.. keep it going brother 💯💯💯

[@rnzzo]

i love the interaction between the guy in the other mini and alex. hes a super chill guy too😂

[@puttydabear]

What a top geezer Alex is, you deserve everything youve worked hard for bro

[@kallen2377]

That’s awesome. I learned to drive a 67 Wildcat as the first car I ever drove. I was 6 years old. Fast forward until I was 22…. I bought a 67 Wildcat with a 502 for 8 grand. The interior and paint was terrible. I did all of the work myself at 22 years old. That was one of my most amazing cars. The only one scarier was a 89 Honda hatchback. I won that in a poker game. He did an LS swap in that hatch with a six speed. That car was scary. I’m from Indiana and those swaps and mods are just insane out here back in the day. Almost died in that car. It was a supercharged 2nd gen LS on a 89 Honda hatch with a six speed. I was young and dumb.

[@silva3192]

Musta been a hell of a poker game

[@masturone8257]

LA a place known for rich kids goven everything who not only act as if their parents not only havent given them enough but are owed even more. A place where those same kids look down and joke about what people who earn what they have arent as cool cause their stuff is more expensive. Alex shows that its not the environent but the man themselves that decides their character and his appreciation while being completely humble and so proud of his family and the work it took for him to have that life makes him even more likable then he already is. It also is a testament to how incredible of a family he comes from and the ability for his parents to raise him in an environment while in a business themselves that corrupts so easily to become such a good dude. Plus as a Greek its always great to see an Armenian and their family prosper knowing how horrible certain times thru history have been to their people. Great work Alex your family ia the American dream done right.

[@CORNFEDsinner]

Alex you're the man bro.... we love your sense of humor and love for cars

[@juanguerrero700]

I could listen to uncle Alex yap all day about his cool life stories

[@brianhunter2508]

Love the history and being 40 and a car nut myself I remember all the cars your talking about and those styles, so cool to see the back story and how family values are so meaningful to people

[@46119]

Dude... I have no words to explain how joyfull this video was (and the 1st Episode by the way). Greetings from Bulgaria! Wish you all the best! ✌

[@notrelevant2679]

As im watching this series so far, the amount of respect i have towards you keeps getting bigger and bigger -disclaimer, already had a lot of respect for what you do. Seeing this other side of you, is a game changer for real. Keep it up man, you guys are doing amazing and your products kicks ass.

[@toltecamartinez9569]

This so sick gettin know how gintani started till this point in time it’s just amazing! An also I was raised in van nuys so knowing his shop was just down the street from were I lived is so cool

[@Valdismith]

THe car stories, I used to be the same way, but as upper mid clas in Buyulgaria we wer doing well, but nothing like his family, I was watching my dad in the feet and the gear lever. Then I used to sit in his lap and steer the car, then 1 day I was able to reach the paddles and I started from the 2nd attempt and ever since I was pulling handbrakes at 13, doing sideways on the dirt roads, snow...It was crazy at the time.

[@christhomas5794]

It’s brilliant to see where you come from Alex and how company started respect from the UK

[@onetwentyish]

Damn Alex. The Docu series is awesome. I respect the grind. I love seeing how enthusiastic you get over talking about cars. Never quit being an absolute animal!

[@joshheimoz4286]

Gotta love the vibes this episode brought you to brother… I saw the happiness in your smile and laugh and definitely made me feel happy while listening to you your genuine love for the business you have built and am thankful you shared your story with us.

[@auralxtc]

Another banger! Loving this series, Alex! Thanks for sharing with us!

[@Gman-109]

Seeing how Alex treats a total stranger met on the road, shows how he found the winning formula for owning a successful business.

[@MrDavid6974]

Loved this one too Alex, keep them coming! Hopefully your dad or old partners can sit down and share stories as well !

[@EttoreBazan]

Best episode you have ever made mad respect on how real and true you expressed yourself!!! Keep grinding