Mark Martin's Hometown History Tour! Original Buildings & Profound Life Lessons From a Legend

[@Stapleton42]

I hope you guys pay attention to these stories and lessons from Mark. I think there’s something to be learned for anyone reading this right now. I sure learned a lot and gained new perspective on my own situations from it. The coolest part about doing this stuff for me is the ability to see cool things and also meet amazing people at the same time gaining wisdom to improve my own life. I’m glad you guys are here for it. stapletonautoworks.com

[@priuskiller426]

I drop everything to listen to Mark. He is one of my favourite drivers. This is an incredible experience.

[@dontask8979]

Mark Martin has always had the most awesome stories, and there is something to be learned from every one of them. Best driver with the worst luck ever, yet very Blessed. Keep up the great job saving the history that would otherwise be forgotten.

[@dontask8979]

@@priuskiller426 Agree. Other than he WAS the best! Watched him for many years.

[@JJA1987]

Mark could easily be a narrator for racing vids & docs like Junior is with Lost Speedways

[@wadepreston5298]

Thank you for these videos, some great content with one of my all-time favorite NASCAR drivers! When are we going to see some more progress on uncle Rob and the gang?? Just finished watching the video, Now get your butt moved and let's get on with this journey we are on!!! Not going to lie i got a little emotional towards the end of the video when he was talking about how he needed that little walk through time to remind him who he was, and I could see when you realized you were on the same type of path!!

[@stephenlancaster3785]

Imagine riding down the road with Mark Martin driving and giving you a history lesson on his life. You are living the dream man. Keep it up.

[@Stapleton42]

I am imagining it and the 8 year old inside me still can’t believe it

[@stephenlancaster3785]

@@Stapleton42 I bet man. When watching him on TV as a kid I'm sure you never thought you would get this opportunity. Hard work is paying off for you brother.

[@jamesemmeneckersr.1875]

The Double or Nothing rule... Thats how my sons and I have rolled 25 = 50, 35 = 70. lots of practicing.... I raçed Dirt Sportsman, my boys Karts and Q midgets...best of times. Mark Markin ... our guy...He is our champion !

[@antiqueguardian5989]

@@Stapleton42 Git er dun my friend. Awesome stuff lately this NASCAR history is lost to the current generation and Dirt tracks are slowly disappearing. Even Atlanta Drag Way, staple in the sport gone forever :.(

[@Matt-ze3oo]

I have to ask . how bad did you want to get it that locked up shop ?

[@PaulThomasHarris]

The stories from Mark is priceless, truthfulness. Not the over produced stories on a NASCAR broadcast. Ps: Mark thanking you, gave me chills. He’s humble as F, a true legend.

[@phillipking7937]

That’s one hell of a Complement when Mark Martin says I watch all your content!!!!

[@Stapleton42]

I agree. It’s wild to think about 😂

[@joelowrey2120]

Hell yeah

[@gat6186]

I sure watched a lot of his content back in the day

[@soulfly3438]

i would try to not to think about it. or i might get nervous lol

[@rocsti5402]

Damn can't believe how much higher my standards are then mark Martin lol what's wrong with me

[@advorsky1]

Mark Martin just so you know this 53 year old guy rooted for you from 1989 until the day you stopped racing and I was your fan because I could see how humble of a guy and such a fair racer you were and I think even more about you as a person after watching this video of you showing off where you started! My GOAL in life is to drive to Mark Martin Ford and buy a new Roush Stage III Mustang from your dealership.

[@kainhall]

im mid to late 20s...... and ya, Mark is my favorite ALL time driver . exactly as you said..... fair, humble AF.... and did a lot of "rule making" and CRAZY setups that worked a PERFECTLY engineered car is un-drive-able because you have to drive it EXACTLY the same every lap . some thing that should not work...... but just works because it just works with THAT driver.... perfection

[@charlesroller5844]

I just wish more younger kids nowadays would just watch the last few minutes of this video and understand about history. Like or hate it, history won't change just because you tear down a statue or change a name. History is what has made us the people we are today. Great listening to all the stories from Mark. He has always been one of those people I'd love to meet.

[@lifewiththelakes]

Cruising around with mark martin has to be one of the coolest experiences ever! This channel is legit!

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man. Always trying my best

[@kevinlawrence4066]

Mark Martin is awesome. I’d love to listen to him like this too. His knowledge, humbleness, and skill. I was hoping he would finally get that championship when Hendrick talked him into driving full time. This is awesome.

[@dewboy13]

I love how more often than not, when he refers to his success, he says "we". That says a lot about Mark.

[@taknmybeatings7036]

THAT is real man shit.

[@austinmeeks4667]

Duely noted. I love how he always addresses his team and the guys who backed him to get him and the cars where they needed to be.

[@davidsignor7931]

I always liked Martin when he raced he was always a class act

[@dewboy13]

@@davidsignor7931 agreed, after Jarret retired, I started rooting for him too. I wish he wouldve been able to get more wins in his later racing years. He definitely had the talent, and put in the work, for years!

[@it_is_finished]

@@dewboy13 He won 5 races in 09 when everyone thought he was washed up. Incredible!

[@gregsimon9061]

Again you have managed to bring an awesome video with one of the absolute most awesome man in nascar, it was like a therapy lesson for Mark. A scrawny kid from Pennsylvania scores one of the greatest interviews of all time. Congratulations Mitchell it was fascinating.

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks. Wanna arm wrestle?

[@jonathansparks3386]

@@Stapleton42 ROFLMAO 😂

[@s550mustang5]

If your a nascar fan I don’t think anyone can top your last 2 videos thanks for some outstanding content you must be pumped hanging with a true legend of nascar and simply a great person.

[@rowdybroomstick1216]

Discovery Channel level content 💪👊🇺🇲

[@s550mustang5]

@@rowdybroomstick1216 I would agree I’ve followed Mark since his ASA days into nascar back into ASA and then back to nascar. These last 2 videos pretty Fin awesome

[@jerrymuncey4136]

fuck YA keep this series going and take us back in time on a man to man level

[@davidjohnson8474]

You can tell Mark MISSES his dad! Just like I miss my dad only being gone for a year

[@RSDX99]

How about a tour of the Wood Bros shop in Va, The Wood Bros are the winningest team in NASCAR before the big money of today's mega sponsor big teams. Almost every big-name driver drove for the Wood Bros over the years. This video is great everybody loves Mark Martin and he made Jack Roush a winning team owner.

[@Stapleton42]

I really wanna do that!

[@jamesmartin9997]

Damn Mitchell, this has to be one of, if not THE BEST episode I have ever seen, on KZbin. Kind of late to jump on the bandwagon, but I'm a Mark Martin fan.I could tell how deeply it touched his heart when you guys got back to the museum and were just talking in his Denali talking about not forgetting who he was back in the day, before NASCAR.

[@jeremiahjohnson5610]

Its very rare that part 2 is better than the 1st. I was sucked in on the side of the 405 freeway in my work truck watching this one. You and mark knocked it out of the park. Mark martin is a genuine human who shared himself with all of us. That is rare these days. 10 out of 10.

[@nddbulldog1]

Yes sir

[@johnsnow1355]

Winning Nascar championship is not all that matters in auto racing. Some of the greatest influence in sports are not the stars doing all the winning. Jonny Benson was a genius at car building and racing. He even was a tutor to Danica Patrick and many others yet he was not a champion in Nascar.

[@snyder8025]

This is awesome content a look behind behind the scenes only the real of the real. Definitely a glimpse of living racing history. You Definitely have a gift for interviewing, and side note you should put a ring on Logan or a turbo shes a keeper

[@jameswelch4716]

O.M.G. This has to be one of the best videos I've ever seen. I felt Mark's emotion. Thank you.

[@donaldhalls2189]

The part where Martin was reminiscing about his father, and the tears he was holding back, and the way he said his dad tought him, makes me remember some of what my father tought me without realising until later that he tought me it, when I'm making a fence or chook pen etc but he passed before my 16th birthday, pleasant memories, all the best to yous and your loved ones

[@Stapleton42]

Thank you Donald. This is probably the most profound video we have ever made.

[@ericq2474]

The way he feels about his dad is how I feel about both my Grandfathers. One taught me to hunt and fish and fend for myself. The other gave me a love of cars and racing. Too many people these days don't appreciate the lessons they are taught.

[@joeltolley6075]

The way Mark's father taught him life lessons was the most profound thing that meant something to me. My father is the same way and I still get to learn from him. I am nearly 50 years old and that man can always point out something I may not know. And I think that commen sense learning is one thing that is missing from alot of the youth today. He may have been afraid of his father's temper but the respect he has for his father is genuine.

[@igabfbrn]

Marks Quote, "Who I am is who I was before I left here". Resonates with how I feel about the life my father directed me to as well! 👊

[@larrylewis1375]

Mark was a clean driver ,when he won everybody could be happy cause he earned it

[@heffsquatrulez]

I’ve never clicked a video so fast. Stoked you guys got to ride around with a legend like Mark!

[@Stapleton42]

Glad you’re here man

[@ShawnCaldwell11]

Mark is definitely a living legend

[@jordangraff2254]

I could listen to Mark talk about an ant walking across a dirt pile..... My most favourite racecar driver, and the reason I fell in love with NASCAR as a child

[@claymillican25]

This was so good!!! Thank you Mark for sharing and thank you Stapleton42 for such a great job capturing this for everyone to see.

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man 💪🏻

[@NotOnDrugs]

@@Stapleton42 damn son, you got everybody popping in. Not bad, eh. Clay - what's up, man? Fan of yours.

[@Vigilant_Guardian]

44:55 #1 lesson learned.... the look in Mark's eyes says it all.... he misses and is proud of what his father gave to him all those years ago... excellent video .. hopefully more to come... like this..

[@Crispy1320]

It's so cool learning all the information Mark Martin has in his head. The fact that you were able to make the connection with him and him to share his stories directly with you is awesome a legend of the past talking to a legend of the future

[@bennyhelgeson401]

Mark Martin's father was very much the same as my dad. They were not perfect but they worked hard, got things done, and taught us how to respect others .

[@JJA1987]

Mark I bet could still wheel a race car now if he wanted to but he gave us 40 years of memories - He’s like BP was had tons of stories to tell to people 🏁🏁🏁

[@Stapleton42]

Absolutely. I bet he could still win races 😂

[@aaronjones5372]

Put him in Larson car, most definitely would win..

[@chevy16001]

@@aaronjones5372lol I love how everyone is so butt hurt

[@moparedtn]

Mark Martin is genuine good people. The world would be better off with more like him. The fact he could drive the wheels off a race car is just icing on the cake.

[@darrenn5282]

24:54 mark literally just helped us all travel back in time with him with this story!

[@peterfranzetti9071]

There's a badass video series he did with Mark Martin, I've never seen him open up to anybody like he has to you. I think him telling his story has opened his mind up as to how good he really was. Love it bro keep on doing it

[@generalkayoss7347]

Dude just starts hanging out with Darrell Waltrip and Mark Martin like it's nothing.

[@colbymartin6249]

The way he likes to tells these story’s and how he likes to share his memories you’d think this kinda thing is a common occurrence for him, but it’s not. Just a man of a dying breed & generation reminiscing on what he loves and has loved so much. Glad you took the time to do these videos man. Mark knows you have a love for the history of racing. It was a whole different world back then. What I would give to live in that day and time. Mad respect to you Staples. You and I are probably the same age and we share the same love, interest, and respect for the history and the men who loved it. Keep it up.

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man we will

[@GasHoggInc]

How freaking cool is Mark Martin. So much depth and feeling In the places and memories. Got in my feels.

[@StudlyYoung]

Mark Martin was my idol for so many years. This is some of the best content I have seen on KZbin. He is a legend in my eyes. Now I realize his dad is also a legend.

[@rich077140]

Me too. He was such a clean driver. You didn't see him upset often, if you did it was serious. Mark was a racer that was a role model for his followers.

[@francisfamilyadventures7968]

A wonderful interview. Thanks to you and Mr. Martin for taking the time to do this. I really appreciate Mark for sharing about his dad.

[@ThomasShelby-uq8cz]

I still have his 1998 and early 2000's Mobile 1 Nascar model car's 🚗 I saved up weeks worth of lunch money to buy in 2nd & 3rd grade. Safe to say I never had money for lunch at school from elementary to high school but I have a badass model car collection. Cars and racing have been my passion since I was 4 or 5 years old. No food at home (because we were extremely poor) and saved lunch money for model cars. #6 Valvoline sitting on my dresser also have the Mobile 1 car. Mark and Dale are 2 of my favorites

[@atctraveler6218]

Tons of Fast dirt guys in Batesville. If you ever get to go, try to make it to the topless 100.. great interview..

[@ci3008]

Mark Martin has turned into quite the Sage and Poet. Really appreciate the way you let Mark talk without interrupting him. I'm 68 and followed Mark most of his career. Great episode!!

[@jtbukkinbronko]

I’ve already told you guys I listened to all of the Mark Martin podcasts. And now I’ve been blessed to see these two videos. Can’t even put into words how much I appreciate seeing them. Pure gold. The humility that Mark Martin puts forth is incredible. Thanks for doing these!! All the best to everyone involved 🙏👍

[@tacratt6091]

When Mark quit racing, I pretty much quit watching! He was always my favorite! All the good ones have retired!

[@magnum7024]

I don't have to tell you how lucky you are man. I just really appreciate you and Mark sharing the experience w/us all. So cool to know the history from the Man himself.

[@corywarms3635]

I have always been a HUGE Mark Martin fan! He always raced and carried himself respectfully and treated everyone the same way, with respect. I really loved watching your time with Mark and listening to his life stories and lessons, what an amazing career and man. My first born son was born in 1999, we named him Mark, after Mark Martin. Thank you so much for making this video!

[@Stapleton42]

Thank you Cory!

[@tomriley4316]

Man that's awesome you brought out the real mark Martin so touching man you guys are awesome

[@MCCRITTERS]

Thanks for capturing some of Marks thoughts. It was a great treat to listen to him. Mark and Ricky Ruud were my two favorite Nascar drivers !

[@Clay_kn4nil]

One of the truelly great NASCAR wheelmen. When in identical equipment he beat the best. I miss the Iroc races. Bring them back!

[@billayers7242]

This was an incredible interview. What I would'nt give to be sitting in that passenger seat listening to his story and driving with Mark down memory lane. I sure would have loved to hear the story about Mark's mom making his dad put Marks seat in the center of that 55 chevy because she didn't want him getting hurt. Great interview and I'm happy to be a new subscriber!

[@kliphy10]

Mark talking about his dad, good as gold , & him looking off & remembering. That got me , good as gold .

[@David_TX]

Just a badass genuine dude!! I really regret not being a bigger Mark Martin fan.. lol love these videos man

[@loganbrasher4593]

Dude this is amazing! I could listen to Mark tell stories all day long

[@_Dave_S]

I could listen to Mark's stories all day, thank you for sharing! I got to meet him at New Hampshire in either 2000 or 2001 at the fall cup race in the Valvoline VIP tent. He was fairly quiet, and I could tell he was a pretty serious person, very confident in himself. But he was very nice and classy, thanked all of us for coming. I'm so glad I got to meet him. The most profound thing I took from this and also got from my own mother as a child, is to be a person of your word. Keep promises that you make. Carry yourself with dignity, kindness and truthfulness. Back up what you say with your actions. That will take you where you want to go in life.

[@ricketson001]

Mark is one of the best race car drivers ever! He should be proud of his accomplishments and his impact on racing. Awesome guy!

[@jasonhovey815]

This was an incredible video. Mark is an a amazing guy an to see this just proves it. Thank you for bring this to us.

[@Bsam28a]

How did you get so lucky to hang out with Nascar Legends? This is the stuff that will keep me interested in your channel. Great job!

[@Stapleton42]

Hard work

[@cjbecker1683]

The paints of today wouldn't look that good yet on the side of that first building.....that's really cool 👍 2x the speed of the corner signs is correct also 👍

[@philliplangley9302]

Awesome content, the really cool part was Mark telling the story of his dad's temper, Mark is the complete opposite of that he was a true gentleman driver and that's why is fan base was so large, again awesome job on these videos. 👍👍

[@Stapleton42]

Sometimes we learn what to do by watching what not to do 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@mrmotofy]

I watched my dad and brother in fits of rage similarly. Occasionally heard made up words and swear words aimed at me, objects thrown doors slammed...Around 10-12yrs old I still remember a conscious decision to NEVER be like that or talk that way to my kids or others...and NEVER have EVER. I only uttered a cuss word out of my mouth 1 time when I slipped on some ice landing all my weight on my elbow feeling like I was dying it hurt so bad. But nobody ever heard me say anything. Now about 30 yrs later I've repeatedly had people confess to me (usually years later) that I left a lasting impression on them because they noticed that I never swore or talked bad about people, never seen me mad\upset...so they self reflected and sought to change they way they talked or acted. It's amazing the power of influence we have in others lives around us whether we try or not. That can work positively OR negatively.

[@corbinleiby7461]

As a huge Mark Fan, just turning 30 years old. I can put myself in your shoes during this video. Mark was always a hero to me. Listed as such on my MySpace account as a kid. I raced his numbers for years on my own race cars. 02 - 5 - 6 - 16 - and others. Love that old man like a grandfather. This was a huge video for me personally, and mentally as Mark is so full of humble wisdom.

[@gr4eme1975]

Simply Stunning. I think these last couple of episodes have been possibly the finest uploads you have done, and your content is nearly always first class.

[@That1Fox]

we need more people like this in this currently fucked up world. thanks for the vid, hit me hard at some points. keep up the good work

[@phillipking7937]

You really had Mark tugging at our heart strings the last few min of your video!!😢 You took him down memory that looked like it cleansed his soul! Great video bro

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man. I didn’t even know what to say. It was a wholesome moment.

[@Triplenickelmotorsports]

I am here for the racing and building... but hot damn, great show. Lots of wisdom in that man. Thanks for sharing. Made me think about all I learned from my hard working sometimes angry Dad, lol and made me reflect on my relationships with my sons and how much of a hardass I can be when it comes to them wrenching on their rides.

[@Jfunkey]

Mr. Martin really made this special and I can't be more grateful. Glad to have documented history of one of NASCAR's greats.

[@spedward8609]

Can't believe how lucky you are to be able to do this stuff man! Ridding shotgun with Mark f'in Martin listening to him tell stories from back in the day serious envy for you right now man.

[@ggbuck2625]

So cool to watch Mark go through all those old memories.

[@dleeliv]

I really loved the part about Larry Shaw! I know several people that race shaw chassis modifieds and I worked on one for several years.

[@tirbomax]

so, at first i was thinking this video might be too "long winded" of nascar stuff that i'm not a big fan of, but listening to Mark talking about life lessons hit alot of bells of my growing up and doing things in life, he seems to be a very down to earth/interesting person. absolutely loved every f--n second of this video!!! thanks ~jeff

[@Thmper517]

Great job! You can see the excitement in Mark's face when he talks about something he hadn't thought about for quite a while.

[@matthewjohnson3910]

Mark Martin is a awesome person 👍

[@brandonmaley1235]

Rob, as much as that trip down memory lane meant to you, i would bet it meant equally as much to Mark. You could tell he was excited to relive all those moments and talk about his dad. Admittedly i am not a nascar fan by any means, but this series is absolutely amazing. Love your content. I think you've got a friend in Mark Martin. You and Mark would be a great team in some upcoming cleetus races.

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man. He’d never race in one of those and I’m not popular enough to be invited

[@brandonmaley1235]

Lol. Got Mitchell and uncle rob mixed up in my head. The content is great. Keep doing what you do and this channel will blow up

[@TravisHargiss]

We’re going on a field trip with Mark Freakin Martin. How many people get to say that.

[@FreeManOutpost]

Thanks for doing this! Mark Martin is a GOAT and obviously a wise man. Hard work pays off. Love his reverence for his dad. Would have love to see you guys walk in the door of that first truck shop to see the look on their faces when Mark walked in to tell them about the history of that first ‘55 they was built in there.

[@vanslawson2329]

Growing up my dad raced at Summerville Speedway in S.C. around 76-77 I was 6-7 years old. I raced in the 93-96. Every Saturday night after the races was over we went to Shoney's. The track owner's dad had the Shoney's Big Boy after they like retired him. When Mark said they went to Shoney's after the races...I said man that brought back so many memories. Mark is an awesome person. Keep up the great videos. I wish he still hasn't his Dillion ASA car I always thought that was a bad ass car.

[@danielkanawyer2273]

Btw, love the direction you have gone with the mini documentary’s that your creating. It’s very intriguing.

[@mikeemerson8816]

i have really enjoyed these last two videos, from 1989 to his retirement, i was a huge martin fan.... he helped form the person i am today, at a time in my life when i had piss and vinegar running threw my veins, mark showed me how no matter how crappy things are.... take it in stride, put a smile on your face, not let it get to you and push forward with everything you have, every interview i saw mark give, he always carried his self like professional.... he is what a true champion looks like!!!! i tried for 10 or more yrs to meet him just to say thank you, so im happy and jealous that you got to meet him!!! forever mr. august!

[@zlinedavid]

I was around 16 or 17 when I met Mark at a signing many many years ago. First thing that struck me was that despite not being very tall, I could feel how damn strong the guy was just from his handshake. It wasn’t one of those grips where you can tell the person is trying to clamp down to impress you. Dude just genuinely had vice grips for hands. Second was how he took the time to spend a moment to actually talk to everyone, even if only for a few seconds. Just a genuine, approachable human being.

[@Majiksmoke]

Hearing Mark talk about his dad was something that struck a chord with me. How he didn't try to shelter and protect Mark from everything, in particular. How his dad used his mistakes to teach Mark instead of being prideful and trying to cover up his mistakes to appear infallible. Work hard, be proud and take pride in what you have and take care of it, be ready and willing to sacrifice for your goals, be a man of your word, learn from not only YOUR mistakes...but also from the mistakes of OTHERS. I held Mark in high esteem before these 2 videos...but after seeing this...the mans stock just went up exponentially in my eyes. Thank you Mitchell for sharing this with us, and thank you, Mark, for taking the time to share stories and hard earned life lessons with us. I appreciate it!

[@Stapleton42]

The dude is a national treasure. I’m glad you see that man. Welcome to the team

[@christopherknorr7239]

Literally the best! Motivational inspiring, and maybe emotional at the end. Effing unbelievable

[@jodyrolandconstruction6577]

My father drove a truck and a race car for Julian back in the 70’s before Mark started driving. I still remember that shop from when my dad would go over there and take me with him.

[@deanrandall8542]

What is important, never forget where you came from. The things you had to do to make it! Love that you have the chance to experience this awesome tour from the Great Mark Martin! 👍🇺🇲🦅🏁🤯 Mind blowing!

[@terryvuylsteke2434]

Your interviews with Mark are pure joy!!!! I did the same things with my dads trucks when I was 14... pure gold my friend!!!! Thankyou, and as always, Cheers from Canada.

[@toddblais3060]

Mark Martin is a wealth of race car and life knowledge. I can still remember watching a race when I was younger where he lost his rear bumper and dominated the competition because of it. Nobody could touch him during that race, he was flyin!!

[@christopherhill6064]

This was a great segment. I grew up watching all these true legends of Nascar. My father was a huge fan. You are killing it with these stories. I'm very happy for you. Keep up the hard work.

[@Stapleton42]

We will! Thanks man

[@MrTexasDan]

Wow, Mark Martin went into a Thousand Yard Stare of Retrospection, and you had the presence of mind to keep the camera on him and be quiet. That was a golden moment right there. Well done Mitchell.

[@jerimybyrd7203]

Your such a lucky man to have this experience..thank you for the two videos with Mark..I’m so jealous!

[@brianruyack7632]

I'm 3 years younger than Mark, but I can relate to wanting to reconnect to that part of your youth when you were filled with the values that last you a lifetime. Thanks so much for recording this and sharing his wisdom and eloquence.

[@StalloneSiciliano]

you know you've made it on youtube as a car channel when you're driving around with mark martin and he follows you.

[@R31Mark]

Im an Aussie and ive been getting into the history of NASCAR the last couple months as I’m drawn to the earthy grassroots aura it has/had. This was just fantastic to listen to, can’t even imagine how I’m awe you must’ve been. Mark seems like such a down to earth humble regular guy. These people are treasures and we need to learn from them

[@SHANEW79]

Thank You & Mark so very much for doing this video! I LOVED it & thoroughly enjoyed hearing Mr. Martin’s stories! ❤️❤️❤️

[@stevekarr4613]

I'm about the same age as Mark and was always a huge fan of his. This was super special, thanks Mitch!

[@throttlewatch4614]

Mark’s stories remind me about when I was a working in a Kawasaki shop just to get closer to bikes and snowmobiles and racing. The drive the passion the sacrifice and being humble. I’m 53 now

[@jeffmoleskivintageiceracin5935]

Brought a tear to my eye when mark lost his words talking about how bad azz his dad was.

[@RacerJames76]

Thank you for sharing this! My uncle was the biggest Mark Martin fan! I remember him telling me multiple times. “Kid if you chose Mark as a role model you could definitely do a lot worse!” Of course he meant that Mark was a helluva role model both on and off the track! He would have loved to have seen this!

[@stewpuddy4161]

Why can't I ever just end up on a historical road trip with a nascar legend?! This is great! Thank you Mark!

[@randomepic6204]

Thank you so much for this brother I really needed to see this. I come from hueytown Alabama, and marks father's stories in racing resenate with me so personaly. I come from a long line of that generation of men who worked with what they had and were tough as nails never complained who's long gone now in my family Growing up in the 90s, these guys were my heroes every sunday racing. I had to have all their diecast cars, games etc. It's incredible how life comes full circle when you start hearing how much in common you have with the greats of racing.

[@johncarter1137]

Mark's dad sounds a lot like my dad. Mark was scared of him but respected and loved him, same with me and my dad. I would be interested in knowing if Mark's dad had a military history and fought in a war. Mine was on the aircraft carrier Langley CVL-27 during WW2 and I think that affected him tremendously. He probably suffered from PTSD and needed medication but never received it.

[@RyanlaBlue51]

So jealous. He is my favorite driver. Always determined and serious.

[@mikeramsey7693]

Mark Martin wasn’t my favorite driver but I always respected him, but after watching this video I have learned so much. Not just about the history but about being a man. Thanks for the video, hope your able to do more, doesn’t have to be drivers but anyone that has racing history. So much can be learned before these people are gone and stories like Mr Martins would never be told.

[@charlesdoe4572]

Wow isn’t amazing how many successful people share the same advice about paying attention. You have mentioned it in many of other interviews.My dad would take us by wrecker company to show us the bad wrecks gore and all to teach about driving mistakes and why it happened and why we could learn from it.the same for giving your word.

[@80rae]

This is honestly one of the coolest things I've ever seen on KZbin. Y'all are so lucky to get to spend this time with Mark and get these stories first hand. Thank you and thanks Mark for being a true living legend!

[@Stapleton42]

Glad you’re here man