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[@MattTalkTech]

Matt, you do remind me of myself. You are just a man who has tried multiple different ventures in your life and put your all into them. But then one day you caught your break with your car business and also here on KZbin. You talk about what you love most and people love your content! But sadly there are some people out there who just get jealous or wish they could be you and in return are negative about your on comments. IGNORE THEM! Look at yourself 10 years ago, when you wanted to be an actor and look where you are now.... who could have imagined?? You should be very proud of what you have achieved! 😊

[@mykoolo1]

Hear hear❤

[@francis423]

You're not a smug or arrogant prick. You're great genuine person and it's also great that you also gave us a glimpse of your hardships, as this might help others to overcome their own (I have to do that currently) Thanks Matt

[@agsproductions4303]

You never struck me as smug or arrogant You seem confident, 100% sure of what you are doing, like if I ever came to you for a car, I’d fully trust you

[@WOODMANJ]

That’s exactly how I see you, honest, decent, successful business owner and an all round decent and nice guy and the sort of person who I’d have a great friendship with. I’d love one of those Merc’s, I have an XK coupe but I’d love one of these too….this is my second additional dream car 🤣🤣

[@gazzertrn]

@@WOODMANJ He is a good guy .

[@diremond3700]

@@Leo23XR You are a person online...

[@Brian-om2hh]

Smug or arrogant were never the impressions I got either. I simply saw Matt as someone who was good at his job, and does well for himself. I find his videos informative, entertaining, and good to watch.

[@relaxreflect5888]

@@WOODMANJthe XK is my dream car so enjoy ☺️

[@TrulyUniqueOne]

I wouldn't hesitate to buy a car from this man, the most transparent car salesman ever and an honest guy

[@paulgraves7949]

Totally agree with you on that.....

[@dipladonic]

Stop with the inner analysis etc and stick to cars.

[@ericsbuell]

@@dipladonic Why?

[@dipladonic]

The clue is in the title High Peak 'Autos'. It's not High Peak Samaritans. People have enough problems and view this content to learn about cars and the sales thereof, not to listen to someone bleating about their personal life issues.@@ericsbuell

[@Muttlyoo7]

I agree, and if I lived closer to Stockport, Highpeak would be my go-to car dealer. This show has really inspired me to keep on top of looking after my car cosmetically as well as mechanics.

[@James-ld2jc]

You have always come across as a genuine bloke Matt. Good to hear you turned your life around. I find your videos dryly humorous.

[@ericsbuell]

"dryly humorous" Ha ha I concur. 👍

[@martindavies7275]

I stumbled across one of your 'I bought a cheap xxxx...' videos about 4 months or so ago. At the end of that video, I thought I really like this guy, his demeanour, presentation, wit, style, format, obvious love of cars among other attributes. Long story short, hooked, subscribed, spent many hours going over the history of your channel soaking up the content. And now, I'd say I'm a massive fan and you're honest, upfront and open nature in this video just cements everything I like about you and your channel. I've also found the last couple of years difficult post divorce, lost sight of looking after me and listening to you here has given me a real lift Matt. So, thank you, good luck with shifting the Merc, fingers crossed on the 2 x properties and I reckon you could potentially add 'life coach' to your skill set. You're great mate, change nothing about this channel, it's excellent.

[@terryjones6504]

Not calling anyone for making a success of their lives. Self made man.

[@VWbaii]

Nice to hear more of your story Matt - all of us see you as genuine. Keep doing what you’re doing 👌

[@Canalsman]

Thanks Matt for sharing your troubles. It's very much a case of 'A problem shared is a problem halved'. Unlike many KZbin presenters you are the kind of person with whom you'd like to enjoy a pint at the pub. Straightforward, honest, caring. I wish you the very best for the future in whatever you choose to do. I feel privileged to be able to share in some of what you do. It is done so well!

[@kjb5373]

Matt, I know it probably took a lot to open up, and that just gives your 'repeat customer' viewers even more of a reason to give you massive respect. You're a breath of fresh air in what - let's face it - is a pretty unpopular profession. That's down to your effort and honesty. The regular mantra of 'I've massively overspent....', the banter with your brother, the lack of macho posturing (clearly your regular mechanic is a woman, a fact that you mention very matter-of-factly), your clearly excellent relationships with the valeters/wheel refurbishers/trim repairers/dent pullers/paint magicians, the road trips to Spain and other places, the goldmine of useful information (from cambelt-change reminders to where to rent electric cars in Bermuda), all give me and many others 101 reasons to watch day after day. Never doubt yourself. Trolls will be trolling.

[@angusmacdonald5300]

Agree 100%! It takes strength to talk in a public forum about going through tough times. ❤. It IS a stunning car!

[@ttall3334]

Matt, I have been watching your videos for years now. You are my ‘go to’ on KZbin as I have commented many times before. It takes massive courage to share your very personal feelings in public and, as someone who has suffered from similar issues myself, I have nothing but the deepest respect for you. Thank you so much for sharing, it means a lot to me as I sure it does to many others. You are an inspiration. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@chezzmaine]

Fair play for going through what ever it was and coming through the other side, you’re doing well and you deserve your fruits of your labour

[@Brian-om2hh]

Exactly. Matt gets out of life what he puts into it, and fair play to him. He never puts anyone else down. He simply makes the most of his own abilities....

[@chezzmaine]

@@Brian-om2hh most definitely

[@olegregersen1024]

An honest human, with a fantastic hobby/job. The skills to show us the world of cars/properties/life is. What a relief i found the channel. Keep on with your good work/life.

[@roypedersen585]

Finally someone who is personally honest about themselves! Wish more people would be like this! Thank you!

[@MarcKalukuta]

I’m absolutely impressed with your honesty, your format. You’re a great narrator as well. Enjoy the rest of your cars 😊

[@jameswells8713]

Thank you for being so open about your struggles matt. It is good to see a man of your status being so transparent about the challenges of life, obviously you havent divoulged what your struggles were (understandably) but just being transparent results in being inspirational for young men like me. I'm so happy you are in a better place. you are the best youtuber in this space and are truly a selfless and genuinely decent person, remember that! Sad to the merc go but times change i guess.

[@HighPeakAutos]

I appreciate that!

[@joedoe1268]

Ok your videos made me miss my nightly 930pm scramble to Aldi to get ice cream before they close. Your videos has a human element to it and that is what resonates and transcends beyond the fascination of gears, metal, & horsepower. Cars we own represent something deeper for each person. For dad owning a Mercedes represented the years of hard work whilst raising 4 kids. I saw and felt the joy the car brought to him. He even got a clunker of a jeep which barely went 20 mph as he had one in the Philippines. Covid taught us life is short. Life work balance is important. Mental health is finally talked about. We all go through difficulties. Work hard, play hard and do what makes you feel happy. Looking to buy used Ford Streetka convertible to use this year for the two weeks of summer in UK. Keep your channel real and do you 👍🏻cannot expect those without kindness in them to give it to others. On to next video. ASDA stays open til midnight 😅

[@Rossbott1964]

I’m sorry to hear about the bad time you suffered with! Never ever worry about what other people might think about you ! You are who you are and good on you for ploughing through! And getting where you are now ! It’s never a good place suffering with self esteem but trust me I’m 60 now and I’ve been down many low roads ! But eventually found the high one it took time and I suffered one the way ! Honestly Matt from what I’ve seen of you whilst watching your channel you have nothing to worry about ! Onwards and upwards my friend with head held high 💪

[@Muttlyoo7]

I think you're really entertaining and care about the cars you buy, prepare, and sell. Let the haters hate They're probably just sat in front of their tablet in some lonely room looking out the world with envey, surrounded by old beer cans and covered in Dorito crumbs.

[@stepjamie]

I hear you loud and clear Matt, I had a similar situation in 2021 when I bought my 350 SL, didn't need it, as I own a 280 CLK (W209) but it was my F**k it car, life wasn't great personally, I was going through a tough time. The car always looked great and when I did plan to sell the car, it had served its purpose. Unfortunately people have a perception when they don't know you, quick to judge and pass comments, it's how people use the internet which is the problem. Keep going as you are, I see you as humble with life experience y hables espanol.

[@vantagev8331]

Thanks for the honesty Matt- We’re all winging it and trying to evolve. Well done for taking life by the horns. All the best to you.

[@PL-fj4uq]

I liked this video, it resonated with me. I also bought my dream car (Nissan GT-R) at a worse point in my life for much the same reasons, I needed the money and space to buy a house. I also miss it and I'm not that materialistic but it was a tough decision. Though my situation doesn't seem to have recovered as well as yours, maybe some day. I really enjoy your videos, they are very relatable and genuine - smug or arrogant is not ever something I'd imagine anyone call you.

[@eagleairborne7132]

You made the best decision. A house is a necessity, at a later stage you could end up getting same car or better.

[@PL-fj4uq]

@@eagleairborne7132thank you for the kind words. I already had a house - but it was the right decision, the car just showcased what I'd worked hard for. Unfortunately, unlike Matt, I didn't recover quite as well (yet) and it's been tough in this climate, while also self-employed with responsibilities. I guess we are all different.

[@jimbob578]

Nice to see personal insights to be honest Matt, makes the channel stand out a bit more. Sad it's gone, but hopefully you'll get something just as (if not even more) awesome one day!

[@Nigel_Pugh]

Matt, I have recently been in a very similar boat, having been suffering from PTS as a result of my former job, so I understand how you can feel. You are a good bloke mate, and you probably don't realise it but, making your videos, I can guarantee, helps a lot of people. It has certainly helped me. I'm glad you have improved how you are feeling, and thanks for everything mate. You're a good egg.

[@shane6115]

Well done Matt you opened up there and by doing so I bet you helped a lot of people who need to know there is always hope, you may be lacking a bit in self esteem but your not a coward by putting yourself out there.🙏

[@robblack7560]

Matt, sorry you went through a "bad time". I've been there, it creeps up on you. Diffiuclt to climb out of the darkness but you're doing great. Onwards and upwards.

[@josephcullen2512]

Ah, glad it helped you through to the up and up... This life is blooming tough sometimes... But there's much good to look forward to, I'm sure

[@ericsbuell]

The personal intro was so special.✨ How many of the fifty-two thousand viewers in the first seven hours wow, can relate to this sharing (the true spirit of the internet) I'm one! At sixty-four now all I can add to this inspirational insight is that if, unlike Matt you find the mountain too high to attempt on your own just remember that Sir Edmund Hillary needed Tenzing Norgay for assistance.... Showing my age with that seventy-one-year-old reference 🏍

[@oliverlondon5246]

Thanks for sharing your story. I would have never thought of you as either insecure nor arrogant. Just a nice bloke. And I think you’re doing the right thing by selling the AMG. It doesn’t seem to be you and the money is much better invested in property

[@neufeldferencz4019]

I started to watch your videos during lockdown and all i can say,that there is no other cardealer,youtuber more genuine and honest then you.i really look up to you as a person,and its its also very educational.thank you

[@crimsonwolf0428]

I've never seen you as smug or arrogant. Always seem to me like a respectable, gentlemanly bloke. Thank you for sharing your personal reasons for doing what you did. Brings a whole new level of personality to the channel and brings your fans even closer to you. Keep doing what your doing and wishing you the highest level of success!

[@bazelk]

Blokes bottle things up and it's a very dangerous thing to do as I almost found out to my cost, fortunately a good mate picked up on it, it doesn't matter how you do it be it on here or to somebody personally "talk", you are a genuine good man anybody can see that and you give so much. keep on doing what you do as it really is appreciated.

[@mikeculmer9783]

Your videos are very well done, give a balanced opinion and are not presented in an arrogant or showy way. I recently bought an AMG GT having watched one of your reviews, so you must be doing something right! Sorry to see you have to sell but that's life and no doubt the doors to better opportunities will open in the future. Well done Matt, you come across as a bloke I'd happily have a pint with.👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks. Enjoy the GT

[@FilmBooth]

Ignore the trolls, you're not smug at all, you're great at what you do. Love the channel

[@RuudLang]

That was a nice, somewhat surprising personal story! You’re doing well

[@RobGibraltar]

Every time I hear your surfshark ad read, I'm reminded of- Lisa: I don't see any tigers around here, do you? Homer: Lisa, I wanna buy your rock

[@jamesonslow]

You seem like a solid guy to me, man. Sorry to hear of your rough patch. Very interested in how you managed to turn it around. Inspiring!

[@torpmorp1324]

You seem to be doing great. Many would like to change places with you. I assume not much was just given to you. You don’t seem arrogant to me but if you’re, so what.

[@georgewest3671]

You set yourself goals and you score! Well done young man.

[@alanwayte432]

A material treat is never a bad thing I treated myself to a late model 2016 Aston Martin DB9 GT because my late Father had an early 2005 model, totally impractical and not my normal car, but I had just got a decent bonus from work and saw this green Aston and with the all important life time Warranty, so next day collected it and drove it to Folgaria in Italy, the reaction in Italy to the car was amazing, every time we parked or filled up with petrol people were interested, I went there last year in a 991 GTS it got the same interest as a Fiat ...sometimes a pointless purchase lifts the self esteem and puts a smile on your face...and that’s fine in my opinion

[@ShiftingMetal]

Well done Matt, seems like the car served it’s purpose and great to hear it’s no longer needed! You don’t come across as smug, people commenting things like that are saying more about their own insecurities than anything else

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks pal

[@MyCold1]

My favourite channel on KZbin, Enjoy the vids and you're a top man so good luck to you, please carrying on overspending:) but don't go broke.

[@lestrem11]

Good luck going forward Matt. As a dealer you will know that peoples ‘favourite’ car does not have to cost a fortune, though.

[@mpw13]

I've followed you from the beginning and never commented your no way smug a very humble guy with plenty of really good advice keep letting the haters be your motivators total respect to you Mat

[@MitchellJohnson25]

You’re a champ, Matt. I look forward to all your videos. If I ever meet you in person, drinks are on me!

[@turbobock]

Good honest video. No point holding onto the car if it’s not being used.

[@ASeSkater]

You definitely are not smug or arrogant. Far from it you come across as a top bloke. I always look forward to watching your videos after a long day in the office. Keep up the great work mate

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@Sam_Stanton]

I love the open & honest talk. Especially about hitting the gym & improving your habits etc. I’m glad that’s paid off for you 😊👊🏻 Oh and you’re far from smug or arrogant

[@AndrewJB]

Sounds very similar to when I bought myself a 981 Cayman GTS, had lost weight etc, kept the car for 2 years and then sold it on.

[@anthonyburton8957]

Best vehicle to have if you have the following needs 1. Boot for two dogs 2. Two children 3. Worried about mpg 4. Long distance once an month 5. Brand snob

[@1974Wilky]

I think this is one of the best videos you have done! To hear you talk about self esteem and confidence is really inspiring. Absolute respect.

[@richardcrossley5581]

Why do people have to be negative about someone who’s been successful? I remember the video where you were telling you were in a dark place, glad you’re through that and things are looking up. Keep the videos coming, enjoying them all.

[@juliancroft93]

You have worked hard and achieved a lot in such a short time and being a young man you should give yourself a pat on the back. Love all your you tube video's and may it long carry on.

[@TedReimann]

I'm surprised you haven't been snapped up by a TV car show yet. I'm sure it will happen one day especially since Top Gear is now defunct. Your YT 'shows' are always fun and interesting and you're often self deprecating which is an endearing trait that we all like. Keep doing what you're doing Matt. It's a great show.

[@helmerkappert5152]

Hi Matt, i appreciate you being so open and honest about your previous struggle in life. Many people have similar issues, and this testinomy will serve others surely as well.! Your a brave man sharing your story so openly! Besides this I Always enjoy your approach in buying and explaining how you think when purchasing a new car. Well done!!

[@HighPeakAutos]

I appreciate that!

[@mustardcrumbles]

I've never thought of you as anything but an honest hardworking man (you have done wonders for my belief in secondhand car salesmen). Love ur honesty in all the videos but this must have been 1 of ur most difficult. Your a good man, stay that way and I wish you all the success you get

[@1mdemirci]

I'm glad to hear that you have turned your life around. I think selling the GTS and XKR is a good decision if you're very rately using it. Since subscribing to your channel, I've always thought of you as a good bloke and honest person. Keep up the great work, greetings from Turkey.

[@hugoed3740]

I would do the same as you if I was lucky enough to find myself in the same situation. Cars are great and should be enjoyed, especially the expensive ones. But they are just a lump of metal and four wheels, so an asset that can be converted to cash when cash is needed. Do not listen to the naysayers, Matt. You’re my kind of car salesman, honest, straight talking and a nice guy. Keep up the informative and entertaining vlogs 👏👏👏👏

[@27jollytall]

I took my 2008 Mercedes on for service and was given a courtesy of similar age to that car with the four big silver dials and huge touchscreen. I drove it home, parked it up and took my other car out until I could have my old car with a "proper" dashboard back.

[@DebmalyaSinha]

I'm in a similar place to you were in 22 right now and my material purchase whim would probably be a Cali T. This is so refreshing to hear from another person. I hope I'll get to a position like you where I wouldn't need retail therapy to feel something. Congraulations for sorting your life out, mate.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! You can do it, stick with it

[@byeckfella]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us Matt. I too have had similar issues and while we don’t want anyone to suffer from mental health problems it is important to know you are not the odd one out…❤

[@stevensarson482]

I got my 997 to try and ward off my dread of retirement. I was 70 at the time and still didn’t want to stop. As predicted the car didn’t prevent serious health problems, but it was what I looked forward to most when I was recovering from surgery. It’s a cliche , but the car is a great place to be and a fabulous way of escaping, if only for a few hours.,

[@HighPeakAutos]

Yes that’s right. That’s the great thing about cars

[@purpleviolin]

Someone once told me "your problem is that you're arrogant". I told him "You're wrong, I'm not arrogant, even worse than that for you, I'm right!" Confusing knowledge & confidence with arrogance is a common issue for those who know less. I'd buy from you.

[@marygaleac]

You are always going to get negative comment from guys who are probably a little jealous….pretty sure if they are running about in some of the motors you have then the shoe will be on the other foot……not sure if you have a wife and two kids……then you WILL be stressed😂….always love the videos

[@15swiftsport]

Absolutely love every single one of your videos Matt: me and my dad watch them all religiously one night a week. When I met you at shedfest back in August last year you were a lovely bloke- deserve all the success you get 🙌

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thank you. All the best

[@dominicedwards9117]

Matt, let me tell you a few things You are a superb presenter, very very natural and polished, your videos are superb and very very addictive. You come across as a thoroughly decent genuine funny guy. You clearly are very good at what you do and are a very credible car dealer and I’m sure you are equally as good in your other business projects. Keep doing what you’re doing and keep being you. Credit to you for working on your opportunities.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Wow, thank you!

[@miccilou]

I understand wanting to look after yourself. I've just gone through a break up with my fiance - we were together 12 years and being out of the relationship I'm so angry with myself that I ever allowed myself to be treated the way I was. He moved some one new into our home within days and that tells you all you need to know. I'm broken still but I've started to take pride in myself again. I've been left penniless and a shell but my god im going to come back strong!!! I was a big car lover before and I'm becoming one again now. I feel like I'm getting myself back 😊 just wanted you to know that tough people are worth more than tough situations. You're smashing life! And you deserve to!!! I can't wait to be able myself a car that I've chosen for me and my doggo to go into our new chapter together.

[@HighPeakAutos]

That’s horrible. Make sure you look after yourself and you’ll come back stronger than ever and get somebody who deserves you. Keep fighting

[@miccilou]

@@HighPeakAutos thank you so much, your videos are a massive help although you might not think it. Im such a car geek 🤓 and they take my mind off stuff just for a little while :)

[@HighPeakAutos]

@@miccilou that’s good. I’m pleased. Keep your chin up

[@andypaterson6285]

Just watched this and completely get your point about being your own biggest critic. I remember coming to your garage just pre pandemic and you being a pleasure to talk to while I tyre kicked a red Audi TT convertible you had. No ego just a genuine bloke. That was before all your internet game 😅. Keep it up please

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@martinwhite6770]

Matt you come over as a very caring and honest man so i'm surprised the motor traders association haven't had you blackballed 🤣 you just seem like a decent straightforward sort of guy, so chin up and keep your entertaining channel going

[@eoghannmcalpine8188]

Absolutely fantastic video and you will only enhance your image with the public I would say due to you being so genuine and open about your life in relation to the sale of it

[@shutax]

Matt, don’t let the bastards grind you down. They’re jealous because you’re successful; you’re successful because you work hard and you’re good at what you do.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@davidwilson5073]

you seem a real top honest guy take care Matt

[@geirarnesen6531]

Kudos, great candid video Matt. Your transformation shedding 3 stones must have set some record, at least in the local gym. Would never pick up on you having low self-esteem. Your dry one-liners are ace 😂. I further agree with you that the GT-S is one helluva well-designed sportscar. The only beef I have with Merc is that they do not offer a stick option for real driver enthusiasts. Finally glad to see you in this video in a much more athletic driving posture 👌Not completely Vicky Henderson-Butler but much improved from the sloughing Caddy position, but I get it you are a laidback guy, only working 24/7. Around 8:00 in you even move your hands on the wheel and look like a racecar driver. Finally would love to see you try to auction the car on Collecting Cars. With some advertising, I am convinced you would attract the highest bidder since everybody knows they will purchase a car that is meticulously maintained plus provenance..

[@КириллКремнев-я1т]

Dear "high peaks auto", i can not say that you are my absolute idol. But im a 23 year old Russian boy living in Prague. And watching your videos for over 2 years i have always been looking on you as a kind of older role model. I very much into your simple style of speaking and honesty with some irony mixed in it. So I don't know for how many people you are the successful guy to follow but for me you are a legend. So cheer up hah. The only difference is that i would try to do real estate as a primary source of income and cars as a side hobby/business

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thank you. I appreciate it. All the best

[@blu_is500]

Very interesting video, at least you can say you've owned a GTS! Keep hitting the gym to improve yourself mentally and physically, ignore the trolls. Thanks for posting!

[@iliesrazvan828]

Selling your own personal car is always unpleasant. I am well aware you are not supposed to get attached to things but still when you have to let the car go, for whatever reason might be, you can't stop thinking that you have been in so many places and and had so many experiences together. I know it is just a piece of metal but it is you that give her personality and function. Unfortunately you can't really keep all the cars and realistically, there is no reason to, but still selling it is a sad moment in time.

[@TVSOUNDSYSTEM]

I remember you saying about not being in a good space, to admit this purchase and the reason for selling, is real test of the space your in now. Flipping well done 👌🏾

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thank you

[@liam-08837]

“Semi-successful” he says. Your beautiful house says very different 😄 but yes, parting with a car is like losing a friend, I got rid of my first car today due to it having 14 advisories on the MOT, it was a 07 fiesta and just wasn’t worth fixing due to the rust. Sad times truly

[@C63Miami]

Matt, great video and absolute gent! However you missed the AMG GTC which sits between the AMG GTS and AMG GT-R aha!

[@stephenhulbert3500]

Derby - a weird place indeed, but my local city so I know its better side!! Congrats on the health drive - I'm inspired to try the same this year, but actually achieving it - that's impressive.

[@Qwase_]

There will be always harsh people out there, life's hard. But what matters is for you to be in a good place and I can gladly say that your content is great! Keep it up, mate. Cheers from Portugal

[@philryan7254]

Hi Matt, good video the car looks fantastic it must be hard to sell, but sometimes we have to bite the bullet, as for you being arrogant I've never thought that at all I've always enjoyed your little videos about the cars and houses some people just jealous of your success long may it continue looking forward to your next video cheers Phil from Newark.

[@richyclubsport5155]

Look on the bright side Matt, AMG Mercedes cost a fortune to run as miles increase, and are not known for reliability, a friend owned one, nearly broke him when the milage hit 40k remember a service he had, new discs and pads all around, cat replaced, some electric issues and a £14.500 bill, he sold it, although he admitted he did miss it. The driving experience is something else, i was lucky enough to drive it from Rutland to Harrogate and back, some car.

[@awsinger1]

Thanks for your honesty in this video Matt - sounds weird but your videos help me and surely others through difficult times. I'll watch anything you post, even if it's not about a car I'm interested in. Reason being, you're a genuine and humble guy who is easy to listen to. Thanks for everything you do.

[@monkeychops1585]

Thing is, just because you sell it doesn’t mean it ceases to exist. It’s just garaged somewhere else with someone else keeping it warm until you’re ready to get it back and enjoy it a different way for different reasons 👍

[@shauncampbell969]

Hello; You may never read this, but I thought, it was quiet brave, to say those personal things about yourself. Bravo! You know alot of things that i don't know, how to refurbish an auto. Here in the states, I enjoy your videos immensely,so. All the very best, Shaun 🦉 of New York City 🗽

[@cswoup5498]

ttanks for sharing your story. Always love the content, whether its about cars or your personal journey. Love and appreciate your work ethic.

[@godspeed6315]

Matt you are a true to your words guy and I appreciate you coming on here telling us of your crisis experiences but this is life and life is what we make of it , good one lad!👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

I appreciate that

[@KotomiP]

You can't please everyone on the internet. Your videos are far more subtle and classy than most other car videos with jokes, and if it is toned down too much, then it becomes too boring. Young trolls don't know Doug Demuro is a shrewd man, when he himself is not afraid to show it, albeit usually in ciphers

[@theloneranger2101]

Matt, you just say it how it is about everything you cover on your videos, and that's what I really like about your options and honesty. I know you are wise enough to ignore the trolls,they are all just Jealous of your lifestyle. It's a really funny and strange thing about the UK in general, we really like to try and knock down people who have worked very hard and done very well for themselves. Keep doing what you do Matt, and your subscribers will keep watching your content and laughing at your comments on certain things you come across in life, like I do.🤣 All the best Matt, you have earned every penny you have, absolutely nothing to be ashamed of or apologise for.👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thank you. I appreciate it

[@jamesh2515]

Great video.. I enjoy all the videos you post.. they were lifesavers in Lockdown! And don’t tell anyone this, I sometimes use some of your one liners at work - Shock and Awe tactics!!. Matt. - A secret Mr Motivator. Re the Mercedes.. you still have the SL.. and that’s the keeper.. and will be more even more special when you drive it on Sundays and Fundays. Keep going !

[@IllHaveAnother37]

Sounds like the proceeds from the sale are gonna build you equity. Smart decision. My sister bought a condo on Lake Como. I bought a boat. Who’s smiling now. Not me.

[@NGMonocrom]

Bit sad, but understandable. As far as negative comments go.... Yes, there have been Content Creators who have unfortunately self-deleted based on such comments. Some of them, decades younger than you or I. With those same trolls celebrating afterwards, when they get the news. One thing I've learned as a Content Creator on KZbin is that your channel is yours. Too many negative trolling comments? Simply remove them and block the ones making them. There.... Now they're gone forever. All good.

[@stevenclark1973]

"Smug", "Arrogant" normally come from the jealous folk who have not kicked themselves up the arse hard enough in life. Envious maybe. I can't afford something like this car, don't think I ever will. I don't like that feeling of not achieving that but doesn't mean I have to have a swipe at the people who have. Some earn their dreams, some are given or handed down to them without lifting a finger. Some take chances to live their dreams. Glad you got to experience it. Well played.

[@drjazz7278]

top video . can't quite remember how and when I came across your channel. but from the first video i remember thinking what genuine believable communicator/honest salesman and youtube presenter you are

[@mattt1617]

People misplace honesty, integrity and nobility as being smug. You’ve got loads of the first 3 and too many people see you as smug because they’re jealous. Keep on upwards. Can see why I’m watching all your content. Every man needs a plan.

[@tomhope4613]

Matt ignore the haters you’ve done great in life so far and whatever success you’ll have is down to hard work. So chin up

[@royanshaw1345]

You are a really good guy!!! I love your videos and I can’t drive at the moment as I am housebound and watching your adventures is very enjoyable 🤓

[@HighPeakAutos]

Glad you like them!

[@dewdew34]

Nothing to be insecure about , you're doing well in tough days. Cheers Matt.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@philipfoster7269]

I don't have any negative vibes towards you. Last time you tried a Birmingham accent I might have twitched a bit but that's about it. You're a fine bloke mate.

[@adrianwalsh896]

Matt, very sorry to see that you are selling that beautiful Mercedes. More importantly, immense credits to you for speaking of your low. period. Brighter days ahead my friend, and never mind the naysayers..😀. Keep up up the greats channels..👍.