Update from Steve Magnante

Steve discusses his encephalitis recovery process.

[@frankjones4094]

For one of the all time greatest automotive journalist please do not feel embarrassed. You are cherished.

[@michaeladamo6279]

Well said!

[@JZ_Cars]

Spot on. Stevie Mags is a LEGEND!!!!

[@rzmod4766]

facts

[@rogerd9150]

So well said Frank!

[@needsaride15126]

I couldn't have said it better.

[@jonirwin7316]

What's embarrassing is those who trash talked Barrett Jackson for not giving. THEY DID! They chose wisely to give quietly, which all of us should. It's not about ourselves. It's for Steve.

[@bradleycrenshaw6778]

well said Sir.

[@jbro507]

“Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. 2 “So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. 3 But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, 4 so that your giving may be in secret. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.

[@davidgarris2513]

​@@jbro507and stop preaching you fool

[@Ecosse57]

@@jbro507 i was thinking of this when reading the above comment. thanks for posting.

[@jonirwin7316]

@@jbro507 Amen! Thank you.

[@byrdrisner1832]

As a 20-year Navy submariner, I'd go months sometimes without seeing the blue sky. While you heal Steve, enjoy the peaceful slower pace of your life. Every morning, make it a point to go out your homes back door with a cup of joe, look up into the sky and smile KNOWING that tens of thousands of your fans KNOW you will be just fine in a short period of time. This is JUST another chapter in the Book of Life of Steve Magnante. This health care scare will pass brother. For now, it's just time to make lemonade while you write your next chapter in the book of Steve. Now get off your ass and go look at that sky. Love ya brother! Byrd

[@mikewright84]

Thankyou for your service! As a Marine Engineer I've had the opportunity to work aboard a sub, and I don't envy the crew!

[@markchiz64]

Thank you for your service. These are beautiful words for Steve.

[@anthonypirozzi837]

Amen

[@dtc1117]

Thank you for your sacrifice! Just words but both my Brothers are ExMilitary. It IS a sacrifice, as well as service.

[@williamcollins4344]

I love this comment 😂

[@rgbigdog]

Steve you are looking much better.

[@jerrygaynor4384]

No reason to be embarrassed Steve. You gave all car enthusiast your time for so many years and it was priceless! You are a legend and we thank you!!

[@moparedtn]

As of this minute, over 7,200 of us have given to Steve's gofundme - to the tune of $421,000! Great job everyone! As a 6-time cancer survivor, I can witness that medical bills can take everything a fella has and it can do so quickly, so if you can, feel free to pitch in and help as well. God bless, Ed on the Ridge

[@mindeloman]

This was the firs time I ever donated to a go fund me. I just couldn't bare seeing steve showing us his cars and needed to sell. It was a gut punch. A respecrer man is down. We need to help him.

[@samholdsworth420]

That's awesome 😎

[@Detroittruckdoctor55]

Wish my little brother's leukemia gofund me had that kind of success. He could use it. He lost his gfs dad and gf they all got cancer at the same time my brothers still fighting

[@mysterycomment1553]

You all do realize it’s not like he was poor or never made money. He made great money over the years.

[@moparedtn]

@@mysterycomment1553 You must have missed the part of my comment where I said " medical bills can take everything a fella has and it can do so quickly"....

[@SolamenteVees]

The silver lining of your illness is finding out just how much you are loved and respected by gearheads everywhere. Thank you for the update, Steve.

[@matttirabassi7173]

You fall, you get carried, I didn't make the rules.

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

Great sentiment Matt

[@markchiz64]

Very well said Sir!

[@harmen-zu3sy]

How true

[@lensalvo6105]

Truer words have never been spoken.

[@patrickshaw8595]

Spoken like a Buddy, a Bro and a Comrade (small head nod)

[@Nunofurdambiznez]

There's really no need to be so humble, Steve, it truly is OUR pleasure to see you up and about and dong so well!!

[@karl.weaver]

So right!

[@laurencecote7350]

Everyone who is subscribed to Steve's youtube channel...please tell two or more friends about his wonderful content and ask them to subscribe. Steve should easily have 1 million plus subscribers! He's an American treasure and I'm so glad you made it Steve!😊

[@WalkiTalki]

Since YT has been deleating links I have been dropping #SteveMagnante in the comments of creators that I follow. They haven't deleated hashtags yet so its kind of the same as links.

[@frankrocha3235]

Go Steve Go Your the best Wish you all the best

[@MikesMoparShop-bm2tc]

You look much better Steve and don't feel any embarrassment at all. We love you brother 👍👍👍

[@anormalperson6886]

What a good guy. We need more people like him. Stay strong Steve

[@jeffcicale]

Embarrassed? Please don't be Steve, we all love you!

[@richarddifino7358]

“He’s not heavy,He’s my Brother! “ 🕊️

[@Sonny_V]

Way to GO, Steve! Looking Great, Sounding Great, and We Love It!

[@JimmyYahteez]

Glad you’re healing and glad we could help you. As car people we are smarter because of your work over the years.

[@truracer20]

Don't be embarrassed Steve. You have helped many people in small ways with your knowledge, you have kept many people entertained while providing your knowledge. Your GoFundMe is just a reciprocation of that, many people helping you in small ways. Realizing that you were liquidating assets was an enormous shock to your fans. Your fans couldn't stand for that.

[@JestersGarage]

You are looking and sounding better Steve!

[@rjs2005]

Those (like me) who have read the articles you either wrote or were a part of, watched the productions (Junkyard Gold, etc) you were hosting, Barrett-Jackson Auctions, High Octane Classics and your own KZbin channel, we love you and genuinely care about your health, both physically and financially. I personally am so happy to see you continuing to get better and look forward to the day when you are slogging around the junkyard yet again, building another wild project car or sharing your vast storehouse of knowledge on all things automotive. Keep on improving, brother!

[@ronw59]

Steve, Mike & Nick are the main draws, for me, to watch the Barrett- Jackson auctions. Their knowledge & banter tie it all together.

[@mikesmith-po8nd]

I remember when he first started popping up in the car magazines. It was obvious that he had a lot of knowledge as well as a good sense of humor.

[@gteefxr3094]

Yup, for sure.

[@dtc1117]

I really dont watch BJ unless Steve and his "Crew" are narrating. Steve's incredibly vast amount of knowledge never fails to blow my mind!

[@jstevens2289]

Continue to heal and it’s great to see you back on KZbin!

[@vaguefilms]

You've helped us through your immense knowledge, it was time for us to help you. Glad to hear you're getting better Steve!

[@dougsteele5104]

So happy you're doing better Steve. I miss you on TV, best of luck

[@sprintcar-acematt5175]

Steve, The entire automotive community appreciates everything you do. You're one of a kind and we need you healthy.

[@jeremymurphy7320]

Steve...no thanks needed. The amount of knowledge and joy you've brought to countless people cannot ever be prepared. You're one of the very best ambassadors of the car hobby and any donations to you are done gladly.

[@pschilleru]

Steve, The only thing we look for in return is your continued fight towards full recovery!

[@blackbuttecruizr]

Praying for you Steve!!!

[@fscottgray9784]

You are truely one of the best auto journalists of all time. God speed on getting better.

[@smokey2174]

Thank you for all you have done for us Steve. Your knowledge of old cars has been so enlightening ! You are looking good and sounding so much stronger. Best of wishes to you and hope to see you back again soon. 🙏🙏🙏

[@BigMikesHooptyBarn]

Glad to be able to contribute. You are the man!

[@jaysmith179]

Sad Steve had to do a go fund me but Illegals are coming in and getting free health care. I blame our weak President.

[@terrymeyer9895]

You're a cherished part of our car community. Certainly, don't be embarrassed, but embrace the support and love. We need you!

[@OldGuyBourbon]

Well said!

[@totalyep]

Steve you have done so much to entertain me over the years and help our hobby. Thank you and I can’t wait to see you back on TV. Keep the videos coming when you are up to it!

[@jimt353]

So great to see you are recovering ! We have all things happen to us ! No need to be embarrassed , we are here to help ! We all consider you our friend ! Please keep making videos , you are the best Steve !

[@timmattle4730]

You're the best! my father used to take to his buddy's junkyard in the 70's when he visited. I loved walking around and looking at the all the cars and trucks. I was about 8 years old and couldn't appreciate everything until I began to watch you and the Roadkill shows. BTW... for years my father had an old beat-up car on the side of the yard that had an original hemi engine in it. it's no wonder I got a butt slapping when my dad caught me throwing stones at it.

[@tomstiel7576]

God Bless You Steve

[@53rat]

We love ya brother

[@edwoll]

I believe the calling out talk at Barrett-Jackson was warranted. There were so many of us who called them out on social media. I am of the belief that it lit a fire under Craig's butt to make the effort. The on-air personalities at Barrett-Jackson and others having successful auto content KZbin channels, gave their time and money in helping Steve early into his illness. They kept his channel alive with content. Steve is every bit deserving of this help. He would be the first one to do it for others in need. Also, Mecum Car Auctions has grown far superior in their presentation. If they could afford to add Steve to their already great on air cast, what a super group that would be.

[@MichealLiam]

I'm glad you made this video, I can recall when I was homeless and faced with many things in Life until $75,000 biweekly began rolling in and my Life went from A homeless nobody to a different person with good things to offer!!!!!❤️

[@James1xr]

I'm inspired. Please spill some sugar about the biweekly returns, I would be really glad

[@MichealLiam]

All thanks to Christina Ann Tucker

[@MichealLiam]

After I raised up to 325k trading with her I bought a new House and a car here in the states 🇺🇸🇺🇸 also paid for my daughter's surgery (Joey). Glory to God.shalom.

[@Hannah-jl2tp]

Absolutely! I've heard stories of people who started with little to no knowledge but made it out victoriously thanks to Christina Ann Tucker.

[@rogergray-hu2hz]

I do know Christina A.Tucker, I also have even become successful....

[@Sleeperdude]

Glad you are doing good

[@rich9093]

❤Dearest Steve Magnante, You are a noble historian and a great asset to the automotive community. There is no reason for you to feel embarrassed by the outpour of Love for you. The least we can do as huge fans of all things Magnante is understanding your plight and render support to you in any way that we possibly can. I thank God that my prayers were answered in a way that is sure to give back for years to come. Thank you Steve Magnante, thank you, thank you, thank you for staying the road to recovery with due diligence and zeal. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Hasta Magnante baby! ❤

[@mgmcd1]

So glad to have helped out. Much joy to you from those to whom you have given much joy… 😊

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Good to hear from you Steve, we are still sending prayers your way! 🙏

[@fishgeralding9224]

I speak for many. You're the bestest Steve Magnante! You give from your heart, we give from our hearts, nuff said!

[@ronw59]

Don't ever feel embarrassed, Steve, you are worthy of every nice word spoken about you & every cent donated to help you out from under near criminally inflated hospital charges. Give it time my friend, we'll wait.

[@jaysmith179]

Sad Steve had to do a go fund me but Illegals are coming in and getting free health care. I blame our weak President.

[@nealm8709]

We love you Steve! Glad to see you are feeling better!

[@kurtczeck2485]

It's great to have you back, Steve. I've been urging the Iola Old Car Show in Iola, WI to invite you as a special guest and hopefully you'll have recovered enough to make it next year. You'll always be my favorite teacher in the Junkyard Classroom. I look forward to seeing you back there but for now, the High Octane videos are awesome.

[@Henry-eg2fp]

Steve, I have much love and respect for everything you have done over the years. Your knowledge and experience are unmatched. I've always loved to watch your videos and get an inside perspective of the thinking and reasoning as to how cars are made. Sending you all the love from Canada 🇨🇦 🇨🇦 🇨🇦 🇨🇦. Hope to see you back on the car trail again in the near future.

[@wessomebody7961]

From time to time we all need a little help. Its wonderful to see you back up and about again. LOVE THE NEW HAIR...

[@randymack2222]

Many of the channels I have followed over the years have just stopped posting new stuff. If it wasn't for Uncle Tony I would have assumed that your channel was discontinued. Great to have you back!

[@Hitman-ds1ei]

I know its been your career and bread and butter for decades but so it has for many that have not given us, in the motor scene, anywhere near as much over the decades, your contribution has earmarked you as exceptional and the appreciation is proportional as is the recognition of your name and achievements, your humbleness is only another hallmark of your character, enjoy the support and keep doing what you've always done best 👍

[@onemilemore541]

Great to hear from you, Steve and that you are continuing to mend.

[@wills.3600]

Glad you are getting help Steve. I have enjoyed many of your videos and was keeping you in my prayers as you dealt with your health crisis. Your grace and gratefulness are awesome.

[@RexCars1]

[@wyattoneable]

Hang in there Steve. You are loved.

[@1DShoe]

Steve, I think I can speak for all of us when I say, we were more than happy to donate. Couldn’t have gone to a more well deserving person. The most important part is that we’re all really happy to see you’re continuing to get better. 👍

[@TNAarchives]

Thank you for the update and it's been great seeing you at it again at HOC! Much love!

[@mm93mustwin13]

Always great to see you Steve

[@chance6298]

Prayers and positive vibes ❤

[@danielstrachan8988]

I hope you continue doing better Steve😁👍👍

[@Tattman111]

Steve I became a fan of yours back in 2000 ( i think) when you built the Bad Seed Chevette, that inspired my brother and I to stuff a SBC in our candy apple red 82 Chevette and named it the Bad Apple. I am glad to see you up and around and getting better each day

[@PAdams-qg5io]

Well Sir, you are worthy. Positive thoughts and prayers coming at ya.

[@davehad-enough2369]

Hey Steve. Good to see you again. Love watching High Octane and giving them some likes and comments to pump things up. Keep recovering please.

[@edgrant-uh6cz]

It is a Pleasure to help. Sharing Your knowledge has always given pleasure to all of us fans

[@MrHand-ih4sz]

I didnt watch you on Barrett Jackson...I watched Barrett Jackson BECAUSE of you! You always floored me with your knowledge, and always right off the top of your head. Fun to watch!

[@edwardtraylor3984]

Sincerely hoping you get back to great health again real soon. We miss you and God bless you.

[@donalddosch1656]

God bless Steve. Keep up the great work and sharing your vast knowledge. And keep healing.

[@user-kw8my1cv3x]

Good to see you doing better Sir !!

[@robertyork498]

I'm so happy to see you, Steve! You look wonderful, I've been into old cars all my life I'm 80 and still playing with old cars . But I've learned a lot watching your videos.. You're a national treasure ❤❤❤

[@joelittle1241]

Prayers and glad to see you on the road to recovery can’t wait to see you back full time

[@michaelmartin8031]

God Bless You Steve. Your wisdom has no boundaries. Thank you for all of your knowledge and time.

[@jonoskowski5545]

Hey Steve, glad to see and hear that you are continuing to heal. I wish you all the best. Thank God for healing.

[@WaitsForTheMoon]

Love you Pal.

[@mangroveman8269]

You're Welcome Steve!!! Glad to see you on the mend and doing better every day!!! God Bless!!! Will keep watching!!!

[@stefantrnacek1394]

It is so great to see you. You are looking a lot better. All the very best to you.

[@alnoe9233]

Steve you are the BEST at what you do and I have learned a lot over the years; THANK YOU!

[@Kevin-Murphy-007]

God Bless You Steve. I hope that you get better soon and I Pray for a full recovery for you 🙏 ❤️.

[@rickarra1833]

Nothing to be embarrassed about. All of the years we've enjoyed watching your shows, and reading your books, we have all learned so much from your passion. I hope your health improves enough to see you back on Barrett Jackson. Best of luck, and health

[@Metalcrafter]

It seems like you're making good progress in your fight. You look and speak much better. Wishing you continued improvement.

[@josephnorton305]

The knowledge you impart and the manner in which you do it is priceless, speaking for the masses it’s our pleasure to help out!

[@servicesofmontgomery]

Be well, get strong!

[@finscreenname]

I was diagnosed with non Hodgkin's lymphoma about the same time you were diagnosed. Good luck in your fight Steve. I will be watching.

[@Dbomb81]

Steve we've all enjoyed your work for so long, helping you with medical expenses is the least we can do.

[@jeremychambers1949]

Brother you are a good man and people want to see you better and we want you to enjoy the years of “service” to the automotive world!!

[@Fore-Four-Dee-Too]

I'm happy your doing better Steve!

[@user-pi1zk9yo3j]

You are so humble Steve you deserve the help !!!!

[@user-xc2kh2im6j]

Thanks so much World Peace

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Glad we could Help a fellow car guy and great human being Steve! All the best!

[@unknownsoldier5141]

Stay strong and don't give up

[@gordondowd5189]

Hey, you are one of us. You are a very humble man with a library of knowledge and passion for our collective hobby. Please take care of yourself and don't be ashamed to ask for help. You set a wonderful example of how to present oneself here.

[@michaeladamo6279]

Steve You look much better! you look like you’re getting around a lot better! please don’t be embarrassed. I’m not trying to get personal. I saw that you sold your Fairmont Of course the guy is crazy about it. but we were hoping you were gonna be able to keep your things. Are you able to keep your home?

[@karltork6040]

Steve, just keep moving forward and healing thats all we need!!!

[@Will-er1op]

Hello Steve. I pray 🙏 for your health. Your knowledge of cars is amazing. You are a gift to us all. I am your age, and crazy enough, I grew up on Wickaboag! Blessings to you, and continued health. 🫵👊💪

[@GreaseMonkeyGarageTX]

Wishing you all the best and praying for your continued recovery

[@TheMrjimn]

we love you Steve keep getting better

[@ChancesDad1996]

Best wishes Steve, praying for a speedy recovery!

[@cobrajet8866]

Steve, you are such a classy guy. I appreciate your efforts and will watch every video you post.

[@waynebaggstrom8495]

God Speed on your recovery Steve! We met at the Chryslers in Carlisle and you made time to talk with me and take a few photos, that made a huge impression on me. I pray for blessings in your full recovery. I hope you’ll be able to once again get back to doing your very informative, interesting and historical videos and appearances at events as you get stronger. Thanks again Steve for this update and take care brother!

[@encomanenco7347]

Hi Steve, Ed Nunez here. We met at Fuddruckers in Rosemead, Ca. Seem so ago. You complimented me on my 69 H/O, I never stopped following. We are praying for you, and you're in my thoughts. Thank you for the knowledge you share with us. God bless my friend.

[@davidp2888]

Happy to help, Steve.

[@ChrisUthe]

Love and support Steve- your generous outpouring of your love of cars has resulted in an outpouring the other direction, deservedly so.

[@ericfaley9019]

Glad to see you getting better