Smurrf Mustang GT Build 10 Years Later: From Broke to Boosted

My 2013 Mustang GT Smurrf is the car that helped change my entire life. Back in 2012 I bought this car with the thought of chasing the dream of being a car KZbinr. Thankfully with a very supportive audience, a ton of hard work, and great people along the way this car would pave so much of my life's path. This supercharged Ford Mustang GT has helped me make some amazing memories. Let's talk about it.
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[@ThatDudeinBlue]

YOU’RE MY BOY BLUE!!!💙💙💙

[@ricardo1e93]

I still remember the demonetization scene like it was the other day, and the funny (i mean ironic) thingis that I was going through my first ever nasty depression fase too, it was also just a year of having my first bucket list dream car, which was the Renault 19 CHAMADE 16v (a very rare euro compact sports 90s sedan) but dude, you felt like a company man. I always kept coming back to kinda check on you, don't want sound creepy, I acknowledge that you don't know me 😅 but it just how I felt and thanks to your Smurf and thanks to my Red french bathtub, the world felt better. I also met so many nice people through that machine. I'm glad both our lives are going as we wish. Still wishing also to one day just compliment you in person and thank you for everything, for making the lives of your community have lots of Smiles per Gallon. Before I finish, I don't know if you remember, i did a replica of Smurf over Twitter on a game called TrackMania canyon. Anyways. I'll go to sleep with a huge smile. Thank you, take it easy 💙

[@Tstay352]

The first vid I saw was when you reviewed evens is300 and I have been loving your vids since then

[@timephire]

"I will never retire!" - Ric Flair & Smurrf.

[@danielmcintyre7405]

I think the first time I saw your video was when I was on the 9th grade when I was 15 and I'm 19 turning 20 soon

[@viktorbryce951]

Have you ever considered tracking down your Black Mustang? That'd be such a cool journey to go down just to see what happened to it. Heck, maybe even repurchase it and do something unique with it.

[@derrickchristopherson2649]

I literally can’t believe I’ve been following David for so long!!! So freaking great! And yes, I do feel old! At 25 I finally bought my dream 2013 GT! Thanks for all the years of inspiration. Here’s to 10 more years of content!

[@dylan5590]

He also helped me decide to get my 2013 back in 2015. One of the best decisions in my life. So glad to have such a great person making great content.

[@joshuasterling2144]

God I can't even remember when I subscribed, its been forever.

[@joseluisvargas8234]

Bro me too 2014 I was 14 lol now I’m damn near 23 .. scary

[@joselorenzo3774]

Me too man. Been on his channel since 2012

[@paintballfntk]

I’m 25 too and I feel the same exact way dude, David really does it the best!!

[@TheFoxyNixon]

“It was just me, and Smurf.” Man, that resonates with me more than you know. Almost teared up a bit.

[@efsf15]

Outstanding

[@garrettstout7809]

I never comment on KZbin videos, but this one warrants a comment - I started really getting into your content when I went to college back in 2015. I’ve watched the Smurf Saga unfold and watched you and your channel grow along with that car. You’re one of the realest, most humble dudes on KZbin - a lot of KZbinrs only share life’s highlight real, and you show it all. You share your mental health struggles in a way that’s constructive and relatable while also putting out some of the absolute COOLEST car content on the platform. Love your channel, love your cars and love your story, brother. Thanks for what you do - excited for the future of your channel and your future as a human 🤙🏻 Stay real, Blue

[@efsf15]

@thatdudeinblue .. YOU and SMURRF have been a constant in my life, through my divorce, and losing a house and some family, you have always there for that support and comfort.. you have let it be known really even without saying it, you have your car which is there for you.. and the people you meet when you go out of your comfort zone.. you have always been there and always will be.. thank you

[@efsf15]

i am honored that i have been seen by you, again.. thank you.. you have no idea, literal tears boss man.. really. :) @thatdudeinblue

[@simonmulder2032]

10 years and 1 day later (genuinely ironically, I ordered it in February) and I'm picking up a 2022 Mustang GT, grabber blue, manual, and have a roush catback sitting in my garage waiting to be put on (from a 2020 mustang that was totaled last year) You were the original inspiration! The future is bright *and blue*!

[@Humanimal117]

Damn 10 yrs already. Geez does time fly by quick.

[@brydonrowley2093]

crazy to think u watched this get built 10 years ago! awesome channel and always will be

[@latemodelrestoration]

Talk about a throwback! Its been awesome watching you grow over the years and getting to talk to you at various events. We have always loved watching you succeed and appreciate all of the hard work you did for us. Keep up the great work and let us know if you need anything else! - Tyler R.

[@JankyMocha]

Wow, this video made me strangely emotional. I can't believe it's been 10 years already! I was somewhere in the first 600 subscribers, and plan to stay for many more. Thanks, David for all you do.

[@theninethrees8044]

Been following since 2013 lol crazy to think its been a decade

[@imSchwaggy]

Wtf i been subscribed to u for 10+ years? Thats crazy. Im the guy from the first boston subscriber meet who told his job he was going to the bathroom and came to the event.

[@ThatDudeinBlue]

You were seriously an MVP lol🔥

[@Sleepy_spartan717]

Hearing the backstory like this is so cool. I’ve been watching fun the beginning and it’s been such a great journey watching you AND your channel grow over the years.

[@quickdrive3488]

Smurf if literally one of the main reasons I wanted a Mustang so bad in high school. I’m 2013 I use to watch your videos repeatedly living vicariously through them. It’s crazy to see how far Smurf has come over the years.

[@Unknown-xv8lj]

I started following you when you got this car because I got my 2014 5.0 Gotta Have It Green around the same time and I still have mine as well, only 60k miles.

[@JamesSmith-gx3uc]

Man, started watching you when you got the car. I had a love for 5.0s and started consuming your content as quickly as you have provided it. Thanks for all the entertainment and smiles over the years

[@xaviacostaamaro5392]

Dude, you're one of the biggest reasons I want to own a mustang in the future. Can't believe I've been with you for like 7 years. Here's to you enjoying smurf for many more years and to you being able to continued making content

[@DailyDrivenProjects]

I feel like every enthusiast has that strong connection with their vehicle, and it's perfectly normal where some nights that's all you need

[@robp.1995]

My son showed me your channel back when I had my 2013 gt 5.0 and I’ve been following you ever since. Always great content and I especially like when you review high hp cars, it always makes me smile when you react to the pulls. Keep it up buddy and congrats on 10 years!

[@ahenson4297]

Dude I've been subbed for 10 years?! I was 15 at the time... This brings back so many memories for me alone, let alone all of us on this journey with you! I've been itching for a mustang ever since I found out about Smuurf, and now at the age of 25, I'm about to get my first GT! Congrats on 10 years of this beautiful car, and thank you for all of the memories, David!

[@hatch450sx3]

We miss Smurf we demand Smurf!

[@steveafanador6441]

You gave us a shit ton of entertainment for a long time David 👍👍

[@bloatedgoatfpv]

Now I know what thatdudeinblue means. I've been watching for less than a year and I've pretty much only seen you drive other cars. From one smurf to another (Mariner Blue Miata here), that's an awesome story. Glad you still have it and hope you get it running soon.

[@SeansHangar]

First video I saw of yours, you were talking about the new S550 Mustang that hadn’t yet come out. I think it was 2013 or ‘14. I went back and watched all of your Smurrf videos at the time and I’ve followed the whole journey since! We actually met once at the end of your first rally in Pueblo Colorado, my dad and I drove our 1966 Mustang down to meet you and we went and got Wendy’s with your friend Brandon. I still have that car to this day and I feel the same way about it as you do with Smurrf! Also, I just want to say, I really appreciate how real you’ve always been with your viewers. As others have said, you’re one of the most real and humble creators on the platform. It’s been a pleasure following you for these past nearly ten years, and I wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors! God bless!

[@gordydexter2615]

Great video David. Been watching you for a few years now. I have 4 kids all older than you. I am a car guy and I ordered a Dark Horse on 6 April. I have been driving German cars & Corvettes for over 4 decades. The DH will be my first Mustang. I like both your your boosted Mustangs. Keep on growing your business. I am a fan!!! 👍💪😎🇺🇸✝️

[@fullthrill7314]

Such a cool story. I remember seeing Smurrf at a Best Buy in Chesterfield and you were showing off the exhaust to someone. Still wish I went over to say hi.

[@whalehands]

The fact you have kept that car and not traded or sold it for something else is props 👏🏼 Way to many people want the new shiny toy. A person who is happy with what he has and takes care of it, like that old man who drives a pristine old truck that everyone asks if it's for sale.

[@38tech]

6years ago....I happened to stumble on a vid, thanks algorithm, and I've been here since. Can't remember which one it was....but you seemed to be charismatic and really enjoyed driving and being in the car scene. Between you and others I've been able to keep up on things as I have not been very active in the scene, but that is changing.....thanks! Keep up the good work.

[@Cam3V]

I want you to know I met you at Caffeine and Octane last year in September 5th. You took time out to speak with my friend Dalton, Nick and I. Invited us behind the ropes to stand by Smurrf with you and I want you to know how much that meant. You were the first KZbinr I had ever meet IRL and it meant the world seeing how genuine you are in person. Thank you for the years of entertainment and thank you for taking time out that day to spend time with your fans.

[@HelenKellerDenier]

Found you on KZbin my Sophomore year of college 2014. This channel pretty much started my love for cars. I also learned a lot from this channel. To this day you're the one car KZbinr I still look forward to new videos. Love your work brother 🤙 Keep being you.

[@control2791]

Can't believe I found you towards the end of 8th grade! I absolutely loved the vlogs, your first s14 240sx review! It really showed me the automotive landscape in a new light and formed my positive opinions on the car scene and the sense of brotherhood it created. Afterward I would watch fast and furious after I turned 13 as It's PG13 🤣. Nowadays all these years later I'm almost 22 in university studying engineering and my passion for cars is as large as it's ever been! It's truly amazing to think that as I eventually buy a vehicle and live my automotive life as passionately as you!

[@eidolonbreed]

Some women ain’t shit. You’ve accomplished so much and continue to grow your channel. You’re living the dream and no women will ever replace that!

[@steelwill78]

This car is a classic! Never get rid of her!

[@alexturnqest6202]

I was 14 when I first started watching you David. Now I’m 23. What a crazy 10 years it’s been. Thank you for being my YT therapy when I didn’t have much else. 🤙🏾You and Smurf are the goat

[@ap1dot988]

Dude I can’t believe it’s 7 years I’ve been watching u. First video was the gen 1 mazdaspeed 3 because I had just picked up one. Congrats bro

[@normangarland6558]

I started watching about the time you became Smurf's caretaker. I said here is this kid who is trying to make a go of it on youtube and his channel is about one of my lifelong ambitions automobiles. I watched your Vlogs and it gave me an insight to what my children (your age) might be going through. The Vlog you did with your dad really hit home. Now here it is 10 years later and I have finally moved up from a foxbody to an S197 Coyote engine car. I still catch the videos that are about cars and events I relate to but have enjoyed watching you grow and handle life's road-bumps. Keep up the great work while staying honest and you will continue to flourish!!

[@SlimWhittman]

I have a 2014 Mustang GT premium track pack in grabber blue but I have taken a different route with mine. After 10 years it has 2500 miles, still has every original part except the oil filter. I change the oil annually despite averaging around 224 miles per year. Even has original tires. Never been washed with water, never been rained on, never spent an entire night outside, garage is heated and cooled just like the rest of the house so it lives in an environment very similar to my living room. I love it!

[@timharper1035]

Happy anniversary! Hopefully smurf will be back on the road soon and it's a small issue 🤞 Thanks for being one of the most stand up dudes in the automotive community! I've been around for quite a while and will be a regular viewer and subscriber till the end. Thanks for all you do brother!

[@shaneomatic9188]

David, congrats on the 10 years. I want you to know watching your channel and that racing channel gave me motivation to start my own. I’m about 10 months in and I’ve almost got the required watch hours to get monetized. Subs are about 700ish. I’ve had a couple videos shared by haltech and Kozmic motorsports. That was pretty exciting for me. I review cars as well. A few cars I’ve recorded have also been on 1320. Actually last week a Eagle talon that was on their tx2k video that everyone was amazed by I recorded the same day or maybe the day before. He’s a friend of mine. I think you may know the owner too. Summer time is slower for me living in Houston because of the heat so I may record some vlogs about my 2014 5.0 mustang in the time being. Going over the mods and some tech footage. I’ve always been kinda ehhh about recording my own cars because I don’t wanna seem like I’m showing off. I’m gonna give it a go tho.

[@andrewelliott6577]

I remember being in high school watching everyone of your smurf/mustang vids just waiting on the chance to get mine. Bought my dream 2013 grabber gt at 19 shortly after graduation and haven’t looked back. It’s been 5 years now. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@adammada3418]

My first time seeing Smurf was in 2014 when you came to Mt sterling Kentucky for a cruise. I had a red 2008 3v. It was my first mustang and only had it about a year when you filmed the video. I will always love that car. But about 3 years later in 2017 I bought my gotta have it green 2013 and I love that car just as much, I still have my 08 and my 13 and hope my kids get to enjoy them one day. Seeing Smurf always made me want a 13-14 mustang, still to this day they are best looking mustang ever made. It’s just nostalgia from that point in my young adult life where mustangs was my personality. I wasn’t a social butterfly but cars was my freedom and escape from everything.

[@Mansimran24]

Really awesome to hear a backstory like this. Emotionally attached to a car is something only car guys can understand. Loved the vid. Keep up the good work

[@nighthawk2k337]

I’m not to big on mustangs, but I really like the S197. In fact, your channel is the only channel where the Mustang is the main car for the channel. I really appreciate your story with Smurf. The ups the downs it’s all a journey. Never sell it

[@XeroCreator]

I remember when I was ... interestingly enough, about 10 or 11 years ago, I saw the new mustangs and I wanted to see more, and eventually later on while looking later for mustang youtubers I found you and smurf, and at the time I just thought 'wow it's a real person and not just someone who has a bunch of money and can beat the car up and has no worries paying it off. I have wanted a 2011/12 GT/CS black on black, black wheels, and that was that. I set out to find it and couldn't find one .... but... in 2016, after my dad wrecked his 2011 Challenger R/T I got a notification for a black on black GT/CS from car gurus pretty close, around 55k miles (or 58500 i can't ever remember)... and my dad told me 'If you don't go you may never get it'... my dad was laying in his bed, back and neck bracing, so I listened, and I went to at least look at the car... I drove 2 hours north to Jackson, MS and saw the car, it has had dents and dings since it was on the lot, and they said no hail damage, just had some dings. they were minor but I still wanted it... There was also a brand new 2016 GT performance pack 1 that was being sold for almost the same price, about 28-30k at the time, but I didn't want it, I didn't care for the S550 look at all. And... I guess they wanted to sell it because my credit was over 650, I had been working hard, the guy asked me if I could do 500/mo and I told him yes, I didn't care, I didn't have a girlfriend, I had hardly any friends left but I left a 2015 kia optima LX at that dealer lot and drove my 2012 Black on Black GT/CS home that day. And I still have it! It has black wheels (similar to GT-R or GT350, but I got them because I wanted GT-R style wheels, more so than 350's) IT has a few bolt ons, tuned on 93... and I plan for a vortech j7 jtb in the future, potentially building a 3-2-1 swap with forged rods and getting about 1000 wheel... It's going to be a long road, and I am glad you kept smurf. One more small thing... I've been hurt by girls, I thought about smashing the car into a tree, off a cliff, or something equally as bad... and I didn't, because this car has given me so much, it's taken so much abuse, i've learned how to work on cars because of it, and I don't think i could ever sell it, I don't care if I win the lottery tomorrow, this car will get the primary parking over any other car in the world, and I stand by that. It doesn't really bring me happiness... but it's never left me alone, never left me stranded on the side of the road, and I would not change a thing. (P.S. I don't have a name for my car... everything I wanted to name it I backed out on... for one reason or another. names I had were black betty, someone else had it though, Mary (i don't want to talk about it) but Mustang Mary had a nice ring to it..., and a few others i can't think of... ) I swear maybe I should make videos... I think people might enjoy this story if they didn't have to read a book 😂

[@gigasourus]

It’s hard to believe it’s been that long. I’ve been following this channel since I was about 16 in highschool and was looking to buy a 300zx and saw your review. From there on I loved the channel and all the reviews you did. Honestly can’t explain how good it is to see a KZbinr as genuine as you are. Everything works out for a reason and man am are we glad you stuck with it. Congratulations on all of your success and keep up the great work!

[@ikramnanlawala4843]

When I was like 17 years old, which is now about 9 1/2 years ago, is when I first saw Smurf....I KNOW CRAZY!!! I was torn between getting my dream car (Terminator) or a 13-14 Mustang (14 came out a bit after my hunt began), and at the time both were in similar price ranges. I watched a lot, A LOT, of your videos. About 5 years into all of this hunting I managed to find an 03 Cobra for sale; bone stock, 6k miles, original owner, and a bunch of the little goodies Ford gave Terminator owners. I couldn't resist, it was, and still is my, dream car...I bought it! That was the first time I saw Smurf and your page, still a fan. Maybe one day you can review/check out my ride!

[@Dafwog2013]

I will say, watching you since 2015 has definetly distracted me from my bad thoughts a lot. Whenever I was down on myself, your channel popped up with a new vid and put a smile on my face. Thank you David, for helping me and others through tough times.

[@R3AL-AIM]

Dude. This car started your channel. Film school days. High school for me 😂 I have as many memories I can remember by seeing your car as I can with buddies who's cars I've taken road trips in. Awesome video man!!! Buddy just sold his absolute show quality 2v vert after years to move on to bigger and better. You have been a huge influence of the community man 💪 Keep doing you

[@Wooley689]

My son got me in to watching you way back then because I've been a Mustang fan since the 1960's. Hard to think it's been that long you have been doing this.

[@oconnr5328]

Congrats David and Smurf on the anniversary! David I’ve been watching your channel from the beginning. Your videos of smurf inspired me and in November 2014 I purchased my dream car a 2015 mustang GT. Like your car my car has gone through so many changes and holds so many special memories. I blew a rod on my car in 2020 and it sat for over 2 years. I just got it back this year and I decided to go all out and decided to get a vmp gen3r for the new motor. I know it must suck to not be able to drive smurf on such a special day. But trust me, when you get back on the road it’ll be the best feeling in the world. Thank you for sharing your journey over the years. Its been amazing to watch you grow.

[@MammothZ06]

been watching since the beginning and finally got my own 2019 10spd GT! you are truly an inspiration man thanks for the content and all the good reviews

[@rich515_dsm_ia9]

I first watched the LS S2K hardtop, and I've been hooked and committed since. I love the person you are and you inspire so many. You have helped me through some very dark times in my life. Thank you so much for being you and keep going David!

[@SJC1995]

Bro you have had Smurf longer than I have been out of highschool and I’m 27. Wow. Give youself a round of applause dude, that takes a godlike work ethic and dedication. Seriously. 🤘🏼💪🏼

[@ponypwr]

So I was 22 bought a new 11 gt manual and noticed your videos. Became a regular viewer and over time caught myself noticing we had simular taste in mods etc. Needless to say a white 13gt with red leather became available and I bought the car and continued to watch the videos until the 240 took over, and I would come back to watch fast car reviews lol! Congrats on the 10 year anniversary and your youtube and life SUCCESS, to GOD be the GLORY!

[@saimonetonga3899]

Man its cool to see how far you have come with smurf and that its still puts a smile on your face Love your stuff David 🙂

[@NoComp600]

10 years later!! Unreal! I started watching you when I was 13, I’m about to be 22 in September so when you said “feel old yet? “ I was like DAMN 🤣 safe to say Smurff is definitely the Goat when it comes to your channel. I still remember seeing all the driving reviews and all the videos of Smurff. You’re a true Gem to the car community I just hope you know that. So many awesome memories from this channel and all it’s videos.

[@shawnprickett4099]

My first time seeing Smurf was 10 years ago I was young and dumb looking up KZbin videos on cars and stumbled across your channel with the black mustang then you posted a video the next day of Smurf and I was like this dude has my DREAM car right now and I’ve been watching and enjoy ever since I’ve gone through many of the same troubles but 3 years ago now I was able to get my own dream car it’s a 17 GT in grabber blue and it is 100% my forever car sure I’ll probably have 6-7 other cars but this will stay forever with the great people and memories I have in it and working on it. Buying material things might not bring happiness but the feeling I get being able to floor this thing and track it sure does bring a big smile to my face.

[@TheRedStang227]

Started following you eight years ago when I was about to purchase my ‘14 mustang. Looking around for some S197 content and stumbled across the channel, been a fan ever since. 👊😎

[@everythingautomotiveeta5839]

I can't believe its been 10 years already. Almost in tears. Thank you David

[@ZomKP]

Crazy to think this car is ten years old now! I remember the first time I saw it when you review my gray focus st back in 2017. Inspired me to sell the focus and get a 19 5.0 PP1

[@Justin_SVT]

I got into cars because of you, and I can’t express my gratitude in any sort of sentence. Smurff was the reason I loved the ‘13-‘14 Mustangs. I ended up buying a Race Red ‘14 GT not long ago because of you and Smurff.

[@Billyissilly_]

Found this channel 9 years ago the day my dad bought his 2012 5.0 it’s been crazy to see the growth of the channel and the car scene as I’ve grown up. Hoping to buy a S197 of my own when I’m done with college.

[@allanon93]

Thanks for 10 years of amazing contents. Been watching you since you started the KZbin channel. To think it's 10 years is mind blowing. But you are an amazing creator, and happy 10th anniversary of Smurrf

[@cinnygames]

David, I’ve been subscribed since 2012 when I was learning how to drive manual and your video was one of the first that came up. I can’t believe it’s been 10 years. You helped me through a really dark time and I remember being super stoked whenever a new video was dropped. Here’s to 10 more!

[@mikeyfourbarrel8473]

Awesome story, awesome car, cool guy. I’ve been following David pretty much since he got this car and I’ll never get enough of hearing about it.

[@grognakthedestroyer4252]

Can’t believe I’ve been watching this channel for so long. Your channel inspired me to get into cars & to buy my 2013 GT almost 8 years ago now. I ended up selling it to get my 2022 GT (still in a Mustang haha), but I really resonated with you when you said Smurf was the constant through hard times. My Mustang was with me through the hard times and the good, and it’s crazy the kind of connection that creates with an inanimate object. I wish I hadn’t sold it at times, despite my 2022 being better in every way, but on to new memories and experiences. Excited to see what comes next for your channel and Smurf!

[@FunkyMustang1998]

This essentially how I felt when I bought my Infiniti G37 back in 2019. As my first car with no money to my name, she was the fastest and comfiest thing I could afford, and taught me so much about how cars work and just the modding scene in general. The statement you made with Blue about you and your car hit hard with me as I used my G to escape my problems as I really enjoyed driving. Sadly my G was totaled due to a Tornado that hit, but now I get to be a part of the S197 Coyote squad and definitely going to make her as badass as Smurff was.

[@904Saleen]

Its stories like this that give me the motivation to push through the issues I face with my car. This was such a nice walk back through time and looking back on how you, the channel, and Smurrf have grown and evolved. Hope to see it back on the road soon.

[@BloodyRiot7]

I started watching at the end of 2013 beginning of 2014 and I been a view since. I love your content and honestly because of you I learned more about cars than I ever thought I would (I'm a casual car person honestly) but I'm glad you have been around and Imma keep watching. Keep up the good work my dude, GG!!

[@Jvilleman400]

You were one of my first car KZbinrs I’ve ever subscribed to buddy! You reviewing my Golf R was one of the highlights of my life bro! Had the time of my life. You legitimately are just like one of us. Thank you so much for not getting a big head with the fame. Cheers fam!

[@660NA_C6Z]

This video is crazy to me just to reminisce how long I’ve been watching you now, was so cool to see a video like this I feel like it really brought us all back in touch to a time that seemed way more simple than now, don’t really get to see Smurf too much anymore if feels but this video made it feel at home again

[@Monsteris2g4u]

I’ve been watching you as long as I can remember, the first video I saw that absolutely set me on my car addicted path was your terminator and review I’ve actually lost track of how many times I watched it. Long story short I would watch your video day in and day out and told all of my friends and myself “I Will” get one of those and two years later ended up buying an 03 Redfire Cobra. I remember seeing your Svt Lightning review and it set the thought In stone and I knew I had to have one in my life. Well another long story short I’m currently typing this in my 2nd gen Lightning lol. You’ve reached out and actually wished me happy birthday on Facebook several times, I remember thinking how crazy it was that ThatDudeinBlue was actually reaching out to say hello to me and wish me happy birthday. You have one of the best and most humble personalities for KZbin and I love that you haven’t changed into someone you aren’t. You have influenced so many people in a positive way and I for one know the world needs more people like you spreading the positive mindset and posting and just being yourself. David I don’t know any other KZbinr in the car community who deserves it more than you, you are seriously killing it and I love seeing the channel grow and you hitting these crazy milestones.

[@dylanmesser3957]

Congratulations on ten years with Smurrf! I always enjoy seeing Smurrf as the focus of a video. The trip down memory lane was awesome as well! I really wish you would go back to those driving style vlogs like the old days. The topics were always relatable and they helped me get through some issues I was facing in my personal life. It's hard to believe some of those vlogs are nearly ten years old!

[@RealArria]

Crazy how long it's been! I remember you uploading the SVE wheels back then, which was around the same time that I got my own '14 Mustang. Thank you so much for the education and entertainment all these years and heres to 10 more! 🍻

[@SupraBdub]

I've been with you for a long time David, like Woodward TV but longer, I forget what videos got us started but it was like ten years and a couple KZbin accounts ago. Thanks for everything especially your deduction and being real always.

[@12linares78]

Literally the reason I bought my 14, 5.0 been watching you since I was 12 years old back in 2012

[@matthewdpavitt]

I remember being at the American Muscle Mustang Show several years back and my cousin and I screamed as we saw you leaving in Smurf. You have us the biggest smile and a good rev. Him and I always talk about it and will never forget that moment or that car. Thank you for all your hard work and memories

[@phillirofl]

Amazing content as always, been a fan for many years. You are the reason I own a 2004 Terminator. Thank you for being a KZbin creator and reviewing for so long!

[@CuckBalls]

The first video I watched was the blue eg sedan sleeper. I started watching you 7 years ago when I was 11 , I'm 18 I saw you down at a meet in Pittsburgh with TJ Hunt, and a few other KZbinrs at a parking lot by the waterfront. I didn't get to talk to you because you were into he middle of a swarm of people. I guess you and haggard garage inspired me the most with the love of cars. That's when they were actually good. Now I have 2 projects, a 1990 Da Integra that's broken currently and a 1994 firebird V6 with the sadgasm 3.4 V6, not even the 3800 so I get liek 2 mpg but whatever. But thank you for making free content for us for over a decade and you were just for there for us as we were for you. Thank you David P.s just bought a whole car cleaning kit from you and it is the shit

[@d3entertainment830]

I can't put into words what it's been like and meant to follow your journey. I've been here since just about the start. I got through a lot of hard times and kept my love for cars and car people with your channel. I lost so much in the last few years. From a home to my mom. She shared a love for cars with me. From writing stories to working on my broken down car. I keep here in spirit. Watching your videos keeps me grounded and good. Continue being you, David. I can't speak for everyone. But I'm positive most of us will be here alongside you and Blue.

[@HonestHandsStudio]

Been here only a year or two but videos like this make me wish I was around for your whole journey. You’re an inspiration David, thank you!

[@JamisonLaclair]

First video I ever saw was your review of your 3v cause I had just bought one as my first car, then fast forward to senior year I had the opportunity to get an identical grabber blue gt. I knew what I wanted to do with the car and followed your uploads of reviews and of Smurf to see how our cars compared. Thank you so much for being a big part of my childhood.

[@Autizzo]

Smurrf really is a beautiful car, I understand the point in having a deep connection with a vehicle, ever since I got my Honda I treat it like if it were my kid, it’s something I worked hard for and was able to acquire, buying new parts and just seeing them on the car really makes you appreciate your ride even more, a stock car is like a blank canvas you should be able to do what you want to it and appreciate it more and more along the way and develop that connection with it almost as if it were a living thing, a love for a car is really something else, I hope that I will be able to soon get a 2014 GT or a Boss 302 and have the kind of money to take it on a boosting journey too

[@craigparamore4619]

Congrats on 10 year anniversary, started watching in 2014 and kept coming back to see what you and others were doing with their cars, plus I liked the way you speak, clear, simple and professional.

[@ryangilliland8947]

So I've been watching your videos since basically the beginning, and early 20s me just wanted to see the cars. Being in my 30s now looking back through the good and bad times I've went through, I can really appreciate your story, and enjoy hereing what you a genuine car enthusiast and good person has to say. Also I finally subscribed to your channel. Sorry it took 10 years ✌️

[@clausschuchmann118]

I remember finding your channel searching for brz videos, obsessing over cars as a teenager. I left my first ever facebook comment on one of your posts about a new video. Crazy how time flys. Thank you for all the good content and all the memories

[@1234fllf]

I remember i found your channel back in 2012 literally because i was looking at a 2011 manual mustang GT and was really excited to start moding (before even having a car) didn't work out though and ended up getting a charger a few years later, but still subscribed because your channel sorta introduced me to this cool car culture that i didn't really know about. So thank you David and Smurf!!

[@evilpearproduction]

I’ve been here all 10 years! Got a 06 v6 Mustang when I was 16. Started watching Mustang videos online and found your vids. I used to watch all the “vlogitty vlogs”!! I’d watch your reviews over and over again. I’ve watched JDs GT500 and the Cobra video at least 15 times each. Upgraded to a 19 PP1 GT about 3 years ago now! Your videos exposed me not only to the world of Mustang, but all enthusiast cars. Even hopped on some FH2 lobbies with you back in the day!

[@IanBrundige]

I can't believe it's been so long already, lots of memories watching this channel grow. I remember watching your review of jasmine and freaking out over how cool that evo was :') It makes me so happy to see you where you are today, keep it up david!

[@molives7]

I just turn 29 I have a wife and a 1 year old daughter, I have been watching since your first smurf video I found looking for new Mustang videos because of your videos of smurf I still to this day want a 2013-2014 mustang gt just never been able to get one because you know life but it will be the first vehicle I purchase not as a necessity😂 thank you for your videos David and let us know when smurf is awake 😎👌🏻

[@patf8845]

dude, FR we love you and we love Smurf. Thank you for ten years of documenting. Here's to ten more.

[@kylesmith7733]

I have a friend from high school who showed me your videos after telling me he met you at import alliance. He was a big mustang guy and ended up boosting a 2014 track pack mustang gt and it was the first fast car I ever rode in. I think he derived a lot of inspiration from you and your videos. Thanks to your videos and the experience I had in his car I now have the mustang bug

[@CapturedVisions]

I started watching David my freshman year at Ferris state in 2013. I literally feel like I grew from a teenager into adult hood with him because I’ve seen just about every video since then. I used to love hearing “Welcome to another vloggity vlog” lol you’re the OG car review king and we love you!

[@MrBlondeElvis]

One of my first subscriptions ever, been watching since the first 3000GT review forever ago, crazy seeing how far you’ve come 🙌

[@joselorenzo3774]

You're my KZbinr since 2012. I've been into cars my whole life. I loved how you love all automotive scene. I've always wanted to start a career in Automotive but then I got diagnosed with epilepsy in 2018 when i was about to start college in a field of automotive collision. But your videos cheered me up.

[@5.OHZACH]

First off let me say I’m in love with both of your Mustangs! The first time I saw one of your videos is about a year ago when I got my Mustang and was just trying to learn everything about them and I’ve been watching your vids ever since! Keep them coming!

[@josephmachado6081]

Sorry for replying so late, I do hope you see this. But Smurf and you of course have been such a huge part of my life, I remember when I first started watching your content back in 2014 and just seeing how amazing Smurf has become over all these years was so fun! and will never forget when I first flew from Florida to Atlanta and went to Caffeine and Octane and saw you and Smurf there, it felt like meeting my heroes. And now I too live in GA and see you all the time (you may remember at the May C&O of this year we talked for hours, you're so awesome and seriously made me feel like we're friends lol)

[@jqonthego]

Such a beautiful video! I’ve been watching and liking your content for years. Best of luck moving forward.

[@sillymicah4501]

Bud I got my love for mustangs from you back in high school when I was a freshman, I’m 26 now lol. Now I’ve went down a rabbit hole with it make around 700 wheel and couldn’t be happier with my choice. Thanks for your long term content and staying true to yourself ❤️

[@DanMirkz]

Grats on the 10yrs bro. I've been subbed quite a few years, couldn't tell you when I started watching, I remember the vid about the de monetisation though. Despite not being what you'd call a 'regular', I always find your videos again from time to time and it's like I'm catching up and listening to an old mate again. Keep at it man, congratulations on all you've achieved.