I HIRED A RACE TEAM! AND LET THEM DOWN!

[@DailyDrivenExotics]

Sell it and buy a Lamborghini Super Trofeo Evo! Reliable and fun af

[@biglefty08]

Co-sign him a small business loan of $250,000 😂

[@vin_tra]

If you are ever shopping for me I wear size 430 challenge.

[@312xzybit7]

@vin_tra I completely understand how everything is different when you basically loose your team or your people… but bro you got DDE @dailydrivenexotics who seems to always have your back and it feels like there’s a real connection when you guys link. They got space to fit you in their garage! You should really think about working alongside them, if they’re willing to that is. I don’t know why they wouldn’t because you would totally bring a whole lot of new viewers to their channel. Of course you can still do your own thing Vin, but it could be a pretty good idea for you guys to work together and do like weekly or biweekly collabs

[@tragicnomadic]

Next level scumbaggery I love it!

[@zackspeed100]

​@@vin_tra Is that a real Merc 190 dtm?

[@mycosys]

Dude this is one of the best 'race car' vids on YT cos its so real - really building and developing a vehicle is HARD work, and a lot of it is unsatisfying, development always means some wrong turns. When people talk about the 90/10 rule, they arent kidding. Please keep up with the project, and show us not just the project but just how freakin hard that last 5% after the 'build' that everyone glosses over is. Also - dont rob yourself of the win at the end - when it finally works =- its SO good.

[@JS-oi5jt]

he's not in it for the struggle. he just buys cars for the clout for 3 months and sells them. he has a long history

[@vin_tra]

Haha you’re mostly right except for the clout part. But yeah I’m definitely not in it for the struggle anymore. I think in earlier years I thought having a crazy build was cool, like a right of passage but now I just rather have something that works and I get enjoyment from.

[@basedgodjoseph2514]

A true man of the people, great video man loving the transition and the channel.

[@sirmonkey1985]

@@JS-oi5jt some people just like having a car, enjoying it for a bit and moving on the next thing. for example i've owned over 40 cars with the longest time owning one of them being maybe a year. why? because i can and i enjoy it and ADHD hyperfixation is a mofo.. that being said i see no reason to get rid of the beamer. you damn well know you'll sell it, regret it, and buy another one just to do the same thing 6 months later because realistically there's no production car that will scratch the itch that car with that setup will when it's dialed in.

[@vin_tra]

@@sirmonkey1985 some people get so bent that i go through cars like im a phony cause i dont want to do crap like this anymore...

[@DailyDrivenExotics]

Dude this video is giving me OG Hoonigan vibes and I love it. Well done. Editing and music is 🔥

[@Jmon45]

Agreed

[@jeffvader9960]

how are we going to bother Suppy if you don't link us his channel?

[@Simyo69]

This needs to be pinned.

[@leedsinshetland]

@suppymk4

[@Simyo69]

​@@leedsinshetland I love you, thank you so much

[@joseempire6879]

LMAO FACTS I came here to just see where I can find Suppy to bother him 😅

[@95turbostang21]

Type suppy and you will find 😅

[@delphipascal]

Finally hearing that Gymkarna grid is cancelled is a shame. Seems so much of the last 18 months of Hoonigan was cancelled projects.

[@vin_tra]

Yeah it’s a major bummer. And watching it fumble now is equally as sad

[@delphipascal]

@@vin_tra Well we appreciate what you did and what you're all doing on your new channels

[@SirDubsAlot]

I wish we knew what really caused the internal problems that caused everyone to leave Hoonigan. I mean, I'm sure the Death of Ken had something to do with it...he was the glue that held that place together. It's just a shame that His legacy isn't going to be carried on.

[@James-po2sv]

I think we all knew there was zero chance this was happening.

[@wrexz]

At least scotto has an excuse since his build probably isn't running lol

[@BCRandom69]

I know you're bummed the car doesn't work properly, but from my perspective, as a guy watching on KZbin, these videos are just as cool as the driving ones. I like the behind the scenes stuff. Also, I love the editing. It has old DT vibes, which I mean as a compliment.

[@vin_tra]

Yeah but I’m not sure I enjoy the struggle haha

[@jeffvader9960]

@@vin_tra im sure the struggle will be worth it if you decide to keep the beemer

[@cheesepizza87]

He has the “turn key” cars, this one deserves the time. He isn’t exactly known for his commitment 🤣

[@ALLGODSDIE]

​@@vin_tra😂

[@brokebroken4567]

Even better than the Hoonigan days, how they failed to realise Hoonigan wasn’t just a brand but a crew of mates hanging out doing all things cars 👌

[@vin_tra]

Now it’s just pile of unflavored oatmeal

[@gonzoe123]

@@vin_tramore like strawberries and cream all the time, when we want more maple & brown sugar, and apple cinnamon.

[@angmgt]

@@vin_trana not at all mate, i get more enjoyment from all the ex hoon boys now than when you were all together. Keep your head up mate your smashing it 👍🇳🇿

[@thatroykid]

I don't really agree with your statement at about 32:15, we as viewers got something out of this. First off we got 30+ minutes of entertaining car content. Second, like you and Chase were talking about, this is what building a track care is REALLY like. I use to work at a performance shop that also did track support for an endurance team and there's almost always something that needs tuning or fixing. Its truly never ending. It's refreshing to see a build that gets slapped together and "works" flawlessly right off of the lift. Seeing the real ins and outs of a true track car build is just refreshing and nice to see. I would love to see you hold onto this car and eventually take it to Road Atlanta, but ultimately it's your choice. Thanks for the great content so far Vin.

[@Dropaguitar]

Agreed

[@jbuurrnone]

We got a ton out of it dude, don’t over think the content you’re putting out, i feel like I can speak for all of us by saying we felt your heartache through this like we were there with you it was cool. Track days never go as planned that’s just how the race car life goes. Keep it up Vinny, your killing it 🤘🏼

[@Racefactory_]

100% keep and develop this thing. One of my favorite cars/series on KZbin hands down.

[@bullwing]

"I'm never gonna financially recover from this." - Tiger King Sell it. Get something that isn't such a basket case and build it with the intention of being a reliable trackcar - instead of trying to repurpose a different build which compromises the design base. The other reason for selling it is that you're likely gonna be doing it solo without your buds helping you along the rest of the way. Get a different (maybe same) chassis, and start with reliable trackcar as the goal - bring all your friends along for the build and document that. It'll be fun and refreshing. This car just sounds like an endless money pit of frustration that you'll mostly be doing solo. All of that said, thanks for documenting and sharing the journey. This vid wasn't a waste at all and was great for a lessons learned for those of us that don't have the time and money to be able to make these mistakes.

[@AnythingWeThinkOf]

I love seeing all the old Hoonigan boys still hanging out & working together!

[@Jmon45]

Agreed man this felt like OG content

[@3lii-wc8ux]

I miss the boys just hanging out like the good old days

[@michelleleigh1104]

Lol growth is good. For everyone. The boys work for THEMSELVES now. Be happy for them; chasing their own dreams. I'm personally stoked for all the boys.

[@318isGood]

Vins new channel is the good days my guy

[@michelleleigh1104]

The boys are hanging out.....Living thier dreams. Working for themselves 💪 I'm so proud to watch all the boys do their own thing. Big growth 🙌 ❤️

[@huntershank8122]

This and Ron’s evo are two of my favorite cars on Hoonigan ever. Keep it.

[@FanaticalKilla]

I enjoyed seeing this, not because you were struggling but because this is real if you modify a car to this extent you will run into issues. I hope you ship the car out and would love to see you run Road Atlanta. Love watching your builds and all your content. Keep it coming brother!

[@BartyBacardi66]

Don’t apologize for showing the real outcome of working on cars sometimes, it doesn’t work first time every time and it’s refreshing to see I’m not the only one getting my ass kicked by my projects occasionally😂

[@vin_tra]

Cars are pain

[@jdmfreak22]

Followed Chase on the OG HT days, when he was wire tucking cars in his driveway. Awesome to see how much he has prospered.

[@woznaldo]

I’ve had this issue and it took me a while to sort it but…. we were running E85 and it was left in the tank for a few weeks which started eating away at the tank. It was aluminium but we had anodised it inside and out to protect it. What we forgot was the baffles having a steel hinge pin that affected the anodising process. Bottom line, tiny metallic particles , small enough to get through the filters! This was killing the injectors! Swap the injectors around and see if the fault follows? Don’t give up, these issues are fixable.

[@robertaranda7371]

Spark misfire can happen to any project car on any level. I had a similar problem with my holley sbf coil pack setup. My crank trigger gap closed up when it got hot. I added ten thou gap to crank trigger, and it solved my problem. Also, I rebuilt my cam sync/crank trigger harness with shielded wire. It didn't solve my problem. Checked all ecu setting, didn't solve my problem. Checked all my timing settings, and I didn't solve my problem. Bought a new crank trigger sensor to replace my new crank trigger. That's when I found my sensor made light contact with flying magnetics on my innovators' west balancer... stick it out. I'm a no body construction worker, and I figured my $hit out and learned a lot in the process. This is how you grow.

[@iangirard9207]

I can really appreciate the not wanting to struggle anymore. Projects can get out of hand with all kinds of fabrication. It's seeing the honest struggle and being honest with yourself that has me glued to Thursday's. I don't want to watch you lose money and have a bad day, but I do appreciate that you're willing to be clear about what's going on and what the struggles really are. I kinda think this could be a total track weapon, and I think you do too. You clearly know how it was built and it's intention at the time... New time, new intention. Move forward

[@vin_tra]

thanks man. yeah its a tough balance of is it fun or am i chasing an old dream.

[@brandonwalker2925]

Love this build, love your fleet, and very cool for you to partner with them. I am building an e39 street/track car w/LS3 and terrified of oil starvation. Not to diminish product selection, but I am considering an IAG air oil separator which takes all the blow by and - - hopefully -- excess oil which pumps to the top of the heads, and can route it back to the oil pan. The separator has hot coolant which helps condense oil vapor for gravity oil drain to pan, and vent fuel vapor and water back to intake or atmosphere (magically change diarrhea back intake useful components). This of course with stock heads. Probably the Smeding dude already solved the notorious LS3 drainback issues for you with better heads or something so maybe not an issue.

[@dooder126]

If there’s one thing I’ve learned doing automotive product development for a large oem it’s that the early stages of prototype debug usually suck, but they always subside. If you stick with it I have no doubts you will eventually appreciate the final product, particularly the lessons learned and personal resilience gained.

[@benjamincasebolt2959]

Duuude I am so happy youre doing this channel, really enjoying the content!

[@95turbostang21]

Man, what a difference with the coils sitting on the valve covers. It makes it look so much cleaner removing all of those spark plug wires running to the firewall. You're doing a killer job on that beautiful car🫡👌

[@B_M_A]

You know you're in great hands when Chase comes through and Bryan! When you come down here you guys should hit up Barber, I'm sure you likely will but Bryan and them are always there testing cars!

[@davidbrelsford9100]

Vin, enjoying the process. I know for myself as a viewer I have literally "zero skin in the game", however I have been enjoying the realness of the videos and to see the project slowly mold into what is speaks to my inner nerd. Basically dont sell the car. I think the apology for "this type of comment" isnt necessary. I like the process(building) just as much as result (racing). Much love from TN

[@ArthurSperotto]

How is my mans driving around in that crazy Huracan with Cali plates without being harassed by police lol. Meanwhile you put an exhaust on a Civic, **immediate state ref, straight to jail**

[@jeremymann8930]

I actually find this kind of video really interesting and refreshing, its nice to see the real world aspect of building a car and getting it right instead of all the other videos where they build it and skip right to ripping it without showing everything in between. So even if you sell this car keep throwing in these kinds of videos that are so relatable to anyone who's building a car and possibly struggling themselves.

[@skatetown100]

Love the honesty .. here .. project builds .. buy vs keep investing .. sometimes it works and sometimes ya just need just need a SDC rental .. glad they were on hand!!

[@megansuefry5408]

Here you are again, posting extremely relatable content. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been building cars your whole life or just started, there will always be setbacks. Personally, I’ve come to a point where I’m deciding what I want for the long term and what isn’t worth the time, energy, money, stress, etc. Is the E36 something you want to keep and track forever, or is there something you’d enjoy more?

[@MrSmartinez0417]

We love you Vin. You push the limits of what an enthusiast has the capability to do, and for that you are an inspiration. Keep it going bro, we are living the dream vicariously through you.

[@timmurrayy]

Everyone with a project car relates really hard to the struggle, self doubt and frustration you showed here. It’s real. Your life is like my life and it’s relatable. The instagram effect style “oh look bought a new car look at the widebody and new wrap wow it’s so great” shallow facade isn’t deep enough to really engage a community. As someone above me said don’t rob yourself of the end result either. We want to see you see this through. You’re a real person channel now not the media machine of Hoonigan where every episode has to be a new vehicle. Come back down to the every man level and keep doing you man.

[@Steroidz91]

You and chase bays is match in heaven. The chemistry is crazy good

[@Levibetz]

You may have already solved your braking issues. Although I would have kept the ABS, it could be that your wing was producing too much downforce relative to the front. But now you've upsized that splitter, and that could have solved it. It's also behind the rear axle which means that if the aero balance is off, you could be producing lift in the front via the downforce in the back. Once it runs again I'd suggest trying different wing angles with your braking tests. Unfortunately you can't move brake bias at all with this setup really, you can only trim off rear pressure with that valve. So you'll have an uneven brake bias per speed if the aero balance isn't perfectly even. The misfire is probably something stupid, check connectors and stuff. Probably something didn't get plugged in all the way under the intake, or you've got a vacuum hose to a MAP that got burned through or something.

[@wick630]

keep posting. keep collabing. i literally wait all week for these vids and it’s making youtube so much better

[@taigafujino6316]

I enjoy this content to be honest. It’s realistic and I love to see the all the ups and downs that go into building a car.

[@senecalfab1487]

This is real content, not just the vasad KZbin skip past the gritty stuff part. Keep doing this, we're all here watching and supporting you Vin!

[@MrTimbicile]

I hope you keep this car and take us all along for the journey and show what it really is like to own and operate a car like this. Like you mentioned in the video most channels show a build then cut to the car driving on a track. They show the dream not all the real issues and work you all have to put into have badass racecar.

[@gusmedero2499]

This is so much better. You guys are all doing your own thing, together. It's like an abundance of cameo appearances and multiverse cross overs. I'm all for it. 🇦🇺

[@RXNFS]

It's been super fun watching these videos, feels familiar but still very refreshing. Grateful to see this, looking forward to more. Have to admit I'm curious to see more of Ron's Evo didn't you brought it up and showed it off here. Happy to see it around, but for perhaps a very odd reason! I do QA testing for racing games on the side, and in one of my tests I realized the car I was testing was Ron's Evo, well before anyone had seen it yet because so little footage of it exists in this state. Glad to see it rips!

[@havi0412c]

Love this content, it shows the real, the raw side of building cars, and how hard it all is. Keep it up dude, I'm really digging where you're going with this channel. It feels awesome to see the Hoonigan gang out doing cool stuff!

[@zlliksddam]

Keep it and have SDC (or whoever built their e36) get yours right. Extra exposure for them, saves time/headache for you. Then we can see you rip it on track along with the Ferrari, 3RS, etc. You got this!

[@dylanfirmin5484]

Thinking of buying Quick-jack system - anyone have any negatives? Home garage DIY-er, limited space

[@dylanfirmin5484]

VAG guy - mk1 golf 95% rebuilt, Mk4 R32 golf daily…

[@fredstarr9690]

Can't quit now!!! Dude it's so close. Alabama is wicked hot in the summer. You need to bring it to Watkins glen 3.5 miles of absolute fun. My boy Kevin at the Little Speed Shop is Beemer genius! I'll bring out my 59 Corvette Resto mod to rip with you. Talk about growing pains the 59 has been 3 years in the making but totally worth it plus it's worth a bunch of cash now that it's dialed in. Stick with! Quitters never win.

[@RNS149]

Vin honestly it feels like you've made the decision already so sell it and buy yourself a dedicated track car. Like you said the build was for something completely different and it'll probably cost just as much to change it into a track car as it would to buy another clean slate car. I do respect that you brought us along for the process. It looks like that yellow E36 you borrowed is the way to go for you since you're already familiar with platform

[@TheBrownbear68]

Easily has become my favorite automotive car culture channel on the Tubes. The editing and overall content has been top notch.

[@lysanderminoza2076]

Just take this car to the next level, Vin. I love seeing the progress on this thing and you ripping around in it! It seems to get better and better, even with the hurdles along the way. This E36 M3 is becoming legendary because of you!

[@Harry_Gersack]

Please keep the E36 it's such a rad build. Crazy builds like that take their time and effort. But I'm all here for it. We don't need the everything is perfect in every video. I enjoyed this as much as any other video you've made. Honestly I liked it better than the last one 😅

[@fssofdeath]

Dude you have to finish that thing. It’ll be a freaking weapon! Such a great build! Struggles are a part of car culture and watching someone persevere through the pain is where it’s at. As Donut would say: “Cars are pain” You got this.

[@stevegilchrist4173]

Today's episode was a snapshot into all of our racecar owners lives. KEEP at it. That car is so overbuilt that when she's finally dialed she will be sooo much fun! Enjoyed the journey today, hope to see more.

[@JayEmTerrero]

Is not a problem upload these videos man! Life is like this usually! 🤣 you are being honest to us and to yourself and that make us follow up even more on this project’s development!! Keep going!!!

[@jonathanpham7397]

like that you even posted the bad day. real shit. keep it coming. the realism is great.

[@benridesbikes6975]

Hey Vin, do some thought experiments about today, "If today had gone smoothly, would I feel so much better that it's worth it?". Maybe it would have been, in which case you just had a bad day. But if you're thinking that you wouldn't have been all that much more stoked if it had gone well, maybe the value proposition has changed and it doesn't make sense anymore. Money is one thing, but while chasing one goal you're not chasing another, think about the opportunity cost there. If there's something you'd rather be focusing on after you've thought it all through, go do that.

[@JoeGuttridge95]

Vince your channels very quickly become one of my favourites! Please don’t ever loose the authenticity!🔥 As for the e36, I personally think you should knuckle down and get it dialled in, by whatever means! Once it’s dialled then you can make a decision on its place in your life. We all have/had them projects were it fights and fights and fights, and you loose all motivation and heart in it, but it’s just not in us car guys too give in when the going gets tough! These are hardest times but also the most rewarding… and heck, who here wants an easy life anyways😂 if we did we would all be daily driving stock Hondas and pay garages too maintain them. 🙃

[@JoeGuttridge95]

Oh, and yeah… I got a lot from this video man, don’t doubt yourself like that! Your entertaining, honest and genuine, you could make a video about simply just setting your tyre pressures and we’d all be here for it . Top notch content 🔥 don’t want too see you struggle man but don’t ever think that we won’t be here for the struggle either, cuz we all no it ain’t sunshine and rainbows

[@vin_tra]

Thanks man. It's a tough balance for sure but I wont lose the authenticity!

[@jessemorgan3409]

This is teeth cutting my man! Keep it and get it dialed and leave on a transport truck and go get lap times on all the great American tracks. It’s a known platform so the support for it will be immense where ever it is and you’ve already put a lot of hard work and money, which no one ever sees a return on the monetary side when selling, into it. This isn’t wasted content it’s real content and you are great and showing humanity in your humility! Send it to chase and do bucket list stuff with it and fall back in love with it. Do all the things you want with it and by then your channel will have grown and once you’ve done all the things with it and wanna sell it you know you are selling an amazing machine for one and two you won’t look back and wonder because things were done. Great shit man keep it up!

[@axelbarta1187]

I think the loose intake caused one or 2 of the o rings to come out of its groove and that’s why tightening it didn’t completely solve the issue.. I’d pull the intake off and take a look?

[@shifty1927]

That title hits close to home. Something I've asked myself before building an e36 328i in the early-mid 00s. Not sure if it was worth it. Car wasn't as fun once it was fully built. The parts available at the time made 1000+whp almost un steetable. It was the most fun when it was making 700whp on the stock engine. Living in fear of what's going to break next and how much will it cost stinks.

[@RM-ym2pl]

It feels so freaking great to see you working with Great people and seeing all ex-hoon folks doing great and being happy on what they do. Thank you Vin for not being a sell-out and just do what you do best!

[@camomudtoy]

I appreciate creators that show the good the bad and the ugly. Its reassuring to know im not the only person taking frequent rides on the struggle bus.

[@NickTheSheep1379]

You really put together amazing videos Vin. So many little tidbits that help with our home builds from real people and drivers not just companies pushing their products. Everything from total unobtainable dream cars to dirty beat up burners… but all amazing cars. Pushing through frustration and issues… admitting to mistakes… all the things most content is missing. #posthoonperfection

[@heinrichwilliams2056]

Man, that S14 was spicy 🔥

[@theetactician]

I remember watching the build on this car and personally I think it’s one of the cleanest freaking builds around. I’m sure for you it is a mixed bag of emotions, but let’s be honest. Most of us are here because you built cool shit like this at Hoonigan. Regardless of what it was originally for, you designed this from the ground up.I definitely think you should dial it in.

[@etwoodson213]

I think it was Mike from stanceworks that said “some people enjoy driving and some people enjoy building very few enjoy doing both” I think that’s the real question to ask before starting down the road of a all out crazy build. As I get older I’m less in love with wrenching and really just want a fun simple car that works and I can rip laps in…maybe it’s just me 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@ryanbyrd382]

This is the response. I'm a driver, and i wrench cause i don't have any money. Do you want to drive or build? I think we know the answer.

[@GeorgeMcNally]

I ain't gonna lie Vin, I enjoy your new channel *way* more then Hoonigan. No fluff, all stuff.

[@daviscoady1999]

I hate that I’m even saying this but maybe try putting a restrictor plate on it to help with use of power

[@goosetuned]

My cardio episode! Perfect timing! Great stuff Vin!

[@hussali8838]

I always binge on KZbin doing cardio too haha

[@vin_tra]

This thing is worse than my first gen 2 🤣

[@goosetuned]

@@vin_tra oh no 😅😅

[@hasanakhalwaya2929]

Just watching this gives me mild PTSD from back when I built my car, which is standing for the last 7 years, hoping I get the passion back some day, but as the saying goes, Rome wasn't built in a day, so keep at it, the ups and downs are all part of it, love this series, good luck with the build.

[@reecewilshire7045]

My 2 cents: if I understand it correctly one of the reasons you sold the Rx7 was because you didn’t do anything to it relative to the other cars you owned. It lacked that element that your own sweat and tears went into it, correct? But this car you’ve put a lot of effort into it, but are not sure if it’s worth the struggle? So it’s completely the opposite of the Rx7, while the Ferrari sits right in the middle. Do you want more of in-the-middle builds? Cars that are just a few mods to enjoy? Totally fine if that’s just the case and if the Porsche is the main car you push yourself on the track that totally makes sense. But this car is unique to you and something we’ve all enjoyed watching, even off days. Watching you tackle a variety of builds is inspiring and something I look forward to watching, so my vote is to keep it and make it work.

[@cork77mtb]

Really enjoyed this vid. It’s a more realistic view of what it takes to have a car like that. It’s not all perfect shots and burning laps. Keep it up, Vin. Enjoying the content.

[@nine3cobra]

Dont beat yourself up so bad, this is fantastic content, anyone who has built a car has been right where you are and it is super rare to see it documented. Get it sorted and go rip it around road atlanta!!!

[@JamJam-VIII-II-XC]

Seems like you're over it. If you're gonna do it, you gotta do it the way that is going to continue to bring you the most Joy.

[@nickmartin3230]

We as fans are right along with you vin, I think you should keep it🤷🏻‍♂️ real honest true fans won’t care so much about the content, we want to experience the journey with you.

[@Bularistan4o]

The worst part of what happened to Hoonigan is that I'll never see the Gymkhana grid cars finished...

[@pootmahgoots8482]

Use the off season to work out every problem you have and test it out when you get the chance to take it to Alabama or wherever. That way in come next track season you will have a dialed in car to rip? This was the car content I've been needing for a long time, Vinny. Thanks, man. It's a journey for sure to build a race car and I think you're already there, it's now just a matter of ironing out the problems and dialing her in to be a real ripper.

[@Dropaguitar]

Shoutout to the chase bays crew for pulling up and helping out solid guys

[@vin_tra]

Love chase. Hate how god damn handsome he is though.

[@ae86racer007]

Can totally relate to the crazy build kicking your ass. I recon you should enlist the Chase Bay boys and get it sorted though, even if the end result is to sell it, a running and proven vehicle is worth so much more than a fresh build. I feel like it is unbelievably close.

[@marsalismcdonald]

First off, this car is sick . It’s dope to see you and the chase bay guys test it out and work out the bugs at the track , and nice to see such a down to earth dude make some dope parts that actually work .

[@andostock2257]

The struggle is real Vin, you showed through this video what is like to develop a project car, a racecar, repurpose a plan. Keep the car man, I want to see more of it, it's a great platform with awesome parts in it. You might regret to part ways with it as you did with the S14

[@vin_tra]

You know I do miss the s14 but I don’t really miss it. I should have learned my lesson that I don’t really like swap cars that much.

[@jeffshappard8227]

Great video, appreciate your hard work and dedication to craft. Also, much needed (to your point) that those of us who just watch from the couch understand that our dreams will take actual hard work, time, and effort to realize. NOT just dollahs and "no sense'. Cheers, man!

[@kawaiikeyboards]

sorry to hear about your E36, but honestly I think your insight throughout the whole process and how building a racecar isn't all glitz and glamour as what KZbin usually shows. Although Gymkhana Grid is no more, but I feel like having your car done and just doing some track day or hooning with Zac, Ron, Hert, Gary and Scotto (hopefully his AE86 will get done lol) would be a good remembrance for Ken. He knows you guys worked hard to keep Hoonigan alive, and these project cars is a way to remember him in a way. 😢

[@benfranks3904]

Review on the fcp Evo please 😎

[@IdEk5627]

I'd say keep going. Car have problems and they can really suck sometimes but when I get them working right and how u want them to that's were all the satisfaction for me comes from. I love fiddling with the details and setting up a car to go fast. It's those small details that truly make u a better driver and let u learn how to properly setup a car. That experience can only be gained by doing something like this from start to finish. But that's me. You like building cars and wrenching but u also want them to just work so u can spend time doing what u like best which is driving. I'd say it will be good life long experience.

[@jsonlangton8682]

No bro! So more true to life. You have access to things I will NEVER have. People need to see that and to see that even people like you that have access to so much more than the every person have tough times with figuring out stuff to. Great vid.

[@brandonmclaughlin3224]

Honestly, I’ve been in the same position as you with a track day 1972 Datsun 510. I spent 2 years building that car with no experience spared. Once it was finished, I didn’t enjoy the racing class I ended up in and really felt no connection to the vehicle itself. I was so torn about selling it because everyone was telling me not to. I found myself spending all of my time racing my K-series Miata and the Datsun just lived in the garage. When I finally sold it I was so relieved. You own a GT3 RS and that BMW will never be as good just the same my 510 was never as good around the track as my miata. My advice would is that you need to use the Porsche for what it was intended for and take it to the track. The BMW will never be faster, and you could use the money to mod your Ferrari or pay for years of racing maintenance on the Porsche. You could also use the money for an enclosed trailer.

[@ExCordeEnt]

Vin, your channel is absolutely awesome. Such high quality stuff. Love the format and your content. Keep it up man!

[@cesarmakesmusic]

I like the realistic content, showing failures is refreshing.

[@lukesolomon3010]

Keep that car going. I really like the honest story about getting it going. It's nice to see the none KZbin ending

[@RumbleKar]

Just a tip: If your car is smoking, even if you don't think theres a fire, do not pull straight into a garage. Don't wanna burn down a building

[@PushUphill]

If you're gonna be on here hitting us with the steady drip feed of the boys, helllll yes we need more of Ron's Evo!!

[@BB6Teardrop]

So glad ya'll are still doing your thing!

[@ADSImagens]

One question: Did Hoonigan not pay those Employees builds? I mean at least sponsor the parts?

[@vin_tra]

They did not and never did.

[@ADSImagens]

@@vin_tra Damn bro that's a shame. Can't comprehend why ppl with so much money act like this.

[@Sparkmovement]

@@vin_tra now that disgust when you say "& now i'm ripping it out" makes so much more sense.

[@gasstationsnack724]

@@vin_tra Wow that is actually wild. I figured there would be some sort of car project budget as long as it was towards hoonigan content.

[@nickn6556]

@@vin_tra wouldn’t sponsors pay for most?

[@MSA_CS40]

I feel like this channel has brought all the grown men together while living our childhood dreams. Thanks Vin !

[@AdamSavino]

Keep the car, it’s the honest teething issues of any project! I identify with it so much! It makes your content different and relatable

[@the_nondrive_side]

21:58 back in the 90's (bojack theme) I had to regularly remount my tires because of all the rocks I would have folding the tall 14" tires over ripping big pendulum dirt drifts with 5 people in the car... reverse 900s in the yard to those country grain elevator train yards and the likes.. prairie dirtbags

[@reversecaoboy]

It's all about your priorities. Some like to build and wrench, others just want to wheel. I'm a bolt on boy and just want to drive.

[@waltermiller2534]

Real car guy issues. More authentic. We all been there. This is why this channel will succeed. Keep the car.

[@adamclinkenbeardclinkenbea7741]

Enjoy the reality of project car life. I’d like to see you keep it and continue developing it.

[@TurboShotIncredible]

I would say stick with it simply because this car is so uniquely built. I understand you're wanting to enjoy the driving aspect more than the building aspect, so why not find a good reputable race shop to finish the rest? Then you can enjoy the GT3 and 360 more. The end cost would probably be similar to that of an equally paced supercar.

[@id0ntwantanacc0unt]

Send it to Alabama! The process, with the ups and down, is the not only entertaining but it's the story. Good luck!

[@bdsdevil6754]

continue bro, after 5 yrs owning my e36 it'll be @ the 1st track day in less than 2 months..I'm in r&d myself beyond stock still far from racecar...the countless hours & money spent I know will help me improve in all areas & rule out what not to do or what works the best by your own hans