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 ?

[@bobbyhall7472]

Ready for the new shop video brother load that thing up! Lol one love bro thanks for the time and effort I put in!

[@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

[@mrmark2169]

Mark Martin !! You are one awesome man and yet you are still a regular guy... You dont see that much anymore if ever...Great Show...

[@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!!

[@dongordon912]

I can not begin to tell you how important that video was, I will never forget Mark Martin's responses!

[@solo2r]

These Visits are Gold!

[@nathan4919]

Everyone I ever talked NASCAR with tell them my favorite driver is Mark Martin never heard anyone say they disliked him.

[@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!

[@jm9782]

Let's get this channel up over a milli !! Hit the button people.

[@Stapleton42]

Yes 😂

[@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

[@alexhathcock1380]

Having driven the roads of Southern Missouri and Northern Arkansas. I can attest to the challenge of driving them. Exciting indeed. Awesome video, thanks MM for sharing.

[@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.

[@tabitharij4465]

Every time Mark utters the beloved phrase, " I Remember," take a drink. By minute two im buzzing hard. Thanks for the memories Mark. True living legend. Keep em coming. "I Remember!!!"

[@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

[@Longsnowsm]

OMG, you were able to get time with Mark Martin for a tour like this!!!!! Just incredible! I feel like I just spent a day with Mark Martin. Thank you so much for this. Love Mark Martin!

[@kliphy10]

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

[@pontiac411]

One of the major things we've lost in our society is a man's word and a handshake contract

[@Stapleton42]

Yes

[@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.

[@scottmartin6019]

Amazing stories. So much entertainment and history. 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.

[@curvs4me]

Man that's what made America great. "Because I gave my word." No truer words represent our beginning. Much of that is lost today. Honor is the backbone of true greatness.

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

As an ex-addict of heroine, I can totally relate to learning from history... I'm 65 months sober from a 22+ year addiction...! So, never give up and learn from your history and history on general... If you don't, we are all destined to repeat all the mistakes from history...! I'm absolutely loving your channel, 70-90s is the best NASCAR Era...! Thanks and keep up your awesomeness and go enjoy some nature today...!

[@buckodonnghaile4309]

Good on you, I was on pills for a few years after breaking my back and that was awful getting off those. Can't imagine what quitting 22 years must have felt like.

[@tacratt6091]

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

[@williamdobbins4264]

Mark Martin is the best that never won a Winston Cup Championship. I bought my 1st 1/24 scale diecast car a #6 Valvoline & still got in is a clear display case in my living room. He is 1 of my racing hero's I LOVE the MAN!!!

[@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.

[@ronvonbon]

I think Mark was basically saying is what my Mom always told me "dont forget where you came from" I was very fortunate to grow up in Wisconsin where Mark raced alot, 2-4 times a month at our asphalt tracks. Sure do miss those days.

[@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

[@HertzPenske]

Love the video. Brought back memories of going to the dirt track races at Locust Grove as a kid and being raised in Batesville. In 1978 I owned a white on white ‘74 Trans Am that Mark or his dad previously owned. Would love to have that car back. Mark was one of the best drivers to be in NASCAR!

[@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!

[@donaldhalls2189]

Awesome ride along, thank yous for your time and effort to interview Martin, it was great to watch, all the best to yous and your loved ones

[@darrenn5282]

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

[@johnbarton2276]

Absolutely amazing

[@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..

[@terryrichardson975]

One of the best videos if have ever watched. Mark Martin is one of the best.

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man I’m glad you’re here

[@NotyourDaddy1]

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! 👊

[@rickclark4112]

Beyond words.....Thanks Man!!!

[@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!

[@MaverickGrabber71]

Wow, this was amazing!

[@Vice4Life]

Mark Martin was my favorite driver when I was a kid. Mark Martin might be my favorite human as an adult. I could listen to these stories all day.

[@richardbrewer6846]

I remember Mark racing at Capital Speedway in Wisconsin, battling Dick Trickel, Joe Ruttmen. Thoughs were the years.

[@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

[@lydiatilton6349]

The best one yet

[@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!

[@michaelward_GoVentureFab]

I grew up in Arkansas and was just a kid when Mark was starting his racing career at the dirt tracks. We would go watch my Uncle Billy Hattabaugh's race car compete at the tracks in Wynne, AR and Benton, AR. He was the owner/builder and Larry Carson was the driver of the #25 White Lightening car that gained fame from a scene in the Burt Reynolds Movie "White Lightening" . (still my favorite movie). Even years later, I remember being at the dirt track races in Beebe, AR and seeing Mark Martin's tow rig and trailer pull in to the pits. I think Mark was already racing NASCAR at that point, but we all thought that he had come back to his roots to win a little dirt track race. Turned out he had loaned a car to a local driver who's car was busted. I'll never forget seeing that hauler roll into the Pitts. It was so exciting for a brief moment to think he was there!

[@markmartin5477]

Billy and Larry were a unbeatable combo.

[@jameswelch4716]

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

[@dan_1003]

WOW. TY Mitchell and Mark. Thanks for sharing Mark. Setting aside your legendary career we got to meet a great guy, a man. Mark, it seems you also reminded yourself of your roots. This was great for me too. Thanks.

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks Dan we appreciate you!

[@The_Frizz]

These two Mark videos are the perfect accompaniment to Marks podcast series

[@DanTheMan-sz1ft]

Mark Martin is full of class, he is so humble. He is one of the greatest Nascar drivers ever. Always respectful and pleasant. Took the time to thrill his fans with a smile and a handshake. Great videos (2) on many levels. Deep, light, and reminiscent. Enjoy your time in Batesville, Mark. NASCAR Cup Series career 882 races run over 31 years Wins Top tens Poles 40 453 56 NASCAR Xfinity Series career 236 races run over 23 years Wins Top tens Poles 49 152 30 1994, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2005 IROC Champion 1978, 1979, 1980, 1986 ASA National Tour Champion Nobody does it better

[@larrylewis1375]

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

[@edhunter7692]

That was so insanely emotional!! What an amazing stuff

[@Stapleton42]

Thank you Ed

[@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.

[@brittprasuhn822]

Wow im not the same person I was after watching this video. U a mark r awsome #heartfeltmissmy DAD

[@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

[@raleighgpeck]

Always loved watching Mark race. I was anti Ford back then but still pulled for Mark.

[@Stapleton42]

You could never dislike Mark. No matter who his car owner or manufacturer was

[@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!

[@billgideon5942]

Mark Martin is one of the most modest celebrities that I know of . What a gentleman !! That’s one of the main reasons I have been a fan of his for over 3 decades !!!

[@matthewjohnson3910]

Mark Martin is a awesome person 👍

[@danjohnson7767]

Stapleton you are one lucky guy to get to interview Mark. Mark THANK YOU so much for telling us your story.I hope the young people would all see this interview. By the way my first business at age 14 was a pop machine at my parents motel. I had to fill it two times a day. I thought I was raking in the dough. It definitely started my hunger of entrepreneurship.

[@twowheelingnut7898]

Mark Martin is a living legend to me. He raced during the best years of Nascar. Nascar just isn’t the same as it was when Mark Martin ran. What an honor that must of been to hang out with him. Awesome thanks for sharing.

[@Stapleton42]

Glad you’re here man

[@CliffsideStables]

WOW, a very moving episode from Stapleton42!!! Tim in northern TN

[@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.

[@nascarjim0223]

It would be a joy to ride with Mark Martin and hear the stories

[@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.

[@evelkoloski]

Education always has a cost, back in the day it cost you your childhood sometimes a bit early... but Manhood waits for no child. Respect for a Man teaching what a kid Needs to know early, not enough of that going on these days...

[@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

[@invisabledad]

Stories like this should be used to inspire today’s youth.

[@Stapleton42]

Absolutely 💪🏻 That’s our goal with these videos

[@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.

[@thedailygreen420]

I'm so stoked that you and your wife are out doing these types of videos this history is so important to document before it's all gone. As a 35 year old watching most of ur vids takes me down memory lane. I grew up living so close to BMS aka Bristol Motor Speedway and I can relate to everything ur doing on this channel and one of the few other content creators I can sit n benge watch entire videos. Good stuff man. Keep putting in the work and we'll keep showing support here in Southwest - VA. Also you will most def be an icon urself in the Nascar community some day keep grinding and will keep watching.. 🤙🏻

[@davidjohnson8474]

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

[@justtobraggabout4948]

What a guy! Legend! Thanks for sharing!

[@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.

[@brianbeilmann2992]

Been thinking about it after watching this video yesterday Mark Martin is favorite driver forever now.

[@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

[@pauldraper5335]

Forgot to mention that I"ve always been a mark martin fan.

[@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!

[@nddbulldog1]

Awesome. My dad loved you Mark and his casket was gold an dark burgundy like the Folgers car.

[@victormackenzie-davis2711]

You really have found you niche I hope you can continue doing pieces like this.

[@mr.skipper4544]

Mark is such a gentleman and a great race car driver

[@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.

[@hbkslazyeye6916]

Mark seems like such a nice guy

[@Stapleton42]

He really is

[@leerjet31]

Bro please make sure Mark knows how much we as fans of you,him and Nascar appreciate these videos

[@chadpacetti2710]

I like how you are riding with Mark Martin then pass in the background mark Martin powersports.

[@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 .

[@MechanicalMafioso]

By FAR the most EPIC video yet on this channel!!!!!

[@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.

[@Generalpurpose702]

Great show, thanks for filming it

[@sadiejustin]

I fet honored to have had Mark like a picture of my dually on the gram about 3 years ago. Look at this stuff! Soo cool.

[@beberle9641]

Wow I learned so much from my dad just like Mark did from his, but exactly I saw his temper and I just learned and did not want that temper. but all the other great things about him. Dad passed June 7 2021 gosh I so so miss that man and all his knowledge. Thanks Mark and Stapleton for bringing back some good memories for me. Mark is 6 yrs older than me I am still busting my ass doing carpentry work you just gave me some more strength to keep it going!

[@Stapleton42]

Man I love to hear that. Keep grinding man 💪🏻

[@beberle9641]

I will and thanks for the reply you made my night. Watching your Rusty Wallace video right now. Have a great weekend.

[@joebakewell7566]

Mark Martin will always be my favorite race car driver. An Absolute Legend.

[@danvandenbrink4899]

Most important. History repeats itself!!

[@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.

[@DaveWrightKB9MNM]

Very wise, Mark Martin, very wise. Thank you for sharing those deep portions of your life with us.

[@wreckinkd3611]

This was literally my hero growing up and racing. Next too dale and petty he the goat

[@markd8296]

"Theirs nothing you couldn't do...if you just worked hard enough at it." that is priceless stuff rite 'dere

[@heymanmotorsports49]

Again, the fact that Mark freakin Martin is a fan of this channel, says it all. Keep up the good work.💪

[@gregholmes9372]

Just the fact that you are riding around with mark Martin is freaking amazing who would ever thought that your KZbin channel would lead to that you know what I'm saying fucking amazing

[@RyanlaBlue51]

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

[@ronaldunderwood4353]

I have a cap from back when he was racing, I enjoyed that