Who is Shmee150? Tim Burton Reveals All | Ep 4 | Drive Torque Podcast

[@FH4LTN]

I met Tim at goodwood 2019 and he was the most genuine down to earth person that I’ve ever met. He took the time to have a conversation with me and sign my book. Been watching him since I was 9 and I turn 18 this year. Crazy how fast time flies. It’s great to see how far Tim has come.

[@cephasmakuzva]

Listening to your podcast today on friday 26 may. Uk people will know its a beautiful day today sun out not a cloud in the sky. In the garden chilling with a couple beers. Shmee is the hardest working guy. He should not be sorry hes got over £10 million quid in cars. He works dam hard and deserves it. More than 1 video average a day for over 12 years and everything else he does on top of that. He knows what hard work produces. And we all know his car collection. A person can only reach that level because of hard work. And hes done exactly that. Great great guest to have on. Enjoyed this one

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Great to hear buddy, hope the rest of your weekend is fun!

[@ScottZ370]

This is about as relaxed as I've seen Tim on a podcast, really interesting insight to his life and work

[@drivetorquepodcast]

He was super chilled on the eve, glad that came across on camera 👌

[@the_mcmartin]

A friend of mine from high school showed me a video of Shmee back in 2013 and at that time I had absolutely no idea that there were people who love cars like I did. My childhood was restricted when it came to internet access and hence I wasn't familiar with supercars or car spotters or anything car stuff. The day I saw one of Shmee's videos, I got hooked to his content and haven't stopped watching since. Tim has been my inspiration for a multitude of things in my life. His forever smiling face as he enjoys doing what he does is one of the main reasons that bring an uplifting vibe in all his videos. Awesome awesome guy! I may pause watching other car youtube channels but I will forever stay loyal to Tim's channel.

[@shurrrig]

what in the world? I#m tearing up on a auto podcast listening to three dudes talk about cars ^^but joes story of being lit up by tim's email during hard times is just so !!!! good!! i love it!!!

[@jack_da_niels]

In German "Self-employed" is translated to "SelbstStändig" and it's literal translation would be "self" and "constant". So in German there is a phrase: If you are self employed you work yourself and constantly. I know it makes more sense in German but that perfectly defines people like Tim.

[@ginggur17]

It’s lovely having contacts who help you step up, even give you the chance to prove yourself. That’s how I love to be without a doubt. Getting the opportunity to prove your worth is priceless. As people who know me would say, good vibes travel between people, getting their backing to their contacts etc goes a very very long way. 👍🇬🇧

[@owenmcdonald5922]

My earliest memories of Tim are videos of running around London chasing nice cars.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Yes, ours too! 👌

[@johnbrown3951]

What an interesting guy he is and the passion he has for cars is on a different level. I always thought I was a geek that knew more about individual cars that I am going to potentially buy as I have researched it to the Nth degree than any car salesman I have ever met but he does that in an instant for every car. An absolute legend in the Petrol Head Community. Where do you go from here you pair with guests for upcoming podcasts. Knowing the pair of you over the internet for a few years I am sure you will come up with someone special. Another brilliant listen.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Glad you enjoyed it John 👊

[@Sold_a_dummy]

I hope having Tim on helps to blow this channel up. Oy... In 2016 his videos helped me get through some stressful times. He was doing one upload daily and they were a welcome break. You two are refreshing man, no hype, yelling , drama... Two people who enjoy cars, a lot. _one even likes electric cars 🤮_ LoL

[@motorconcierge]

I met Tim in Switzerland earlier this year on ICE event. Been watching him since the London carspotting times, for me - he is a pioneer for European car KZbin and a superstar, even though he sometimes downplays it. Back to Switzerland - though that if not now, then probably never, so I approached Tim and asked him whether he has a minute and whether he would be ok to make a quick intro for my video, although literally he has no clue who I am. I expected him to say "No", but he was the nicest down to earth person I have met and I still am thankful for him to spend his time on a random guy, who asked for help. Thank you, Tim!

[@b17blg]

Amazing episode!!! Not sure if you’ve lined him up but I’d love to see Mat Armstrong on the channel. That probably would explain in numbers what Tim was talking about in regards to old subs and dormant accounts versus recent subscribers and a sudden boom of views. I think May went through a period of not having a video for about 7 or 8 on the trott that didn’t do at least 1M views! Superb watch/listen!

[@drivetorquepodcast]

It would be awesome getting Mat Armstrong on the channel, you're 💯 right about fresh subs too 👌

[@Grant.G.Simpson]

clicked on this because i saw shmee, who i have followed on youtube for several years, couldn't make out who the other 2 were until it started, but turns out i follow you two also:- joe for a couple of years and from earlier this year... petrolped, you all have uniquely different, enjoyable, informative, automotive content thats fun to watch, so thanks for that guys, keep it up

[@Mr.iceman83]

I've been watching the Shmee150 channel now for probably 8 or 9yrs now and I swear he is the hardest working, most honest and smartest content creator on the planet!! I could sit here and listen to Tim talk for hours on end. His endless knowledge of the cars he has on his channel is phenomenal!

[@35rocker]

My three favourite motoring You Tubers together, great podcast! 👍

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Excellent ❤

[@car_babble]

Great interview to have. Ok, I have a full time job to make videos around and I can't even sustain 1 video a week right now, but the work rate and level of commitment from Tim is just insane.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Glad to hear you can relate 👌

[@vishnoyv4377]

met Tim at Monterey Car Week in 2019 at Exotics on Broadway, an absolutely chaotic event with thousands of people, and he still madre time to take pictures and sign things for anyone that asked, just a great, hardworking, but still down-to-earth guy.

[@gavinallen5745]

What an amazing watch and listen. Down to earth and superb insights into the world of automotive KZbinrs. Great to see friends chatting about what they love.❤❤❤❤

[@britishminiclub]

Just managing to listen to the rest of the podcast. What a fascinating story of how Joe and Tim meet

[@TravisHargiss]

Tim is the reason I love Mclaren so much! Ive been watching since about the 650s or the specification of the 675LT coupe.

[@RichardRatner.1972]

Tim is such a humble, chilled guy. He's always appreciative, respectful & transparent. I can watch Tim all day. Thanks for the podcast guys. Kindest regards, Richard U.K

[@kevincoombs7348]

My daughter bought a Mazda Bongo just for their annual stay at Glastonbury and has since caught the bug. Any holiday usually finds her hiring a camper van and ferrying her family around inner Spain. That and a new Labrador has made her a better person.

[@Livefast..]

Great content, deserve more subscribers. Keep up the good work guys.

[@RickTheSpud]

Really love these chats. 👊 Feel very privileged to have had you all on my KZbin channel, and also randomly been on all of yours! 🤩👌

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Should be you next mate 👍

[@RickTheSpud]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru If I get a few more subs mate! We can do it in the spud barn! 😜

[@justinwilliams9291]

Glad to have Tim on the podcast you guys have a fantastic podcast

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Thank you!

[@henryhol8538]

Great for you guys to have Shmee on the Podcast! I think I first came across his channel when he had both the McLaren MP412C and the Ferrari 458 Italia on the same video. Rare in those days.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nealr5466]

Never really watched any of schmees content but have had a look since watching this , he's mental how much content he puts out , good to get an insight into what he does behind the scenes and how he's got to where he is now

[@MJTiffPlumbing]

Great listen guys...... really good to hear just how yours and Tims paths crossed......... what a text message to get on New Years Eve Joe!!!

[@seansavage954]

You three would make a fantastic team for the new TOP GEAR presenters..

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Thank you, maybe we could call it 3rdgear after Joe's miss shift... 😅

[@seansavage954]

@@drivetorquepodcast brilliant lol

[@wamgoc]

Passion is the key, and you three guys have it, in car loads! Inspiring!!!👏👏👏👏

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Thank you 👍

[@kamster5775]

Tim Burton.Thank you for '89 Batman.

[@stevenbennett3922]

Another great chat. Tim was a great guest. Ask Harry M if he would come on.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Glad you enjoyed it! Harry is on our wish list 👌

[@AnilRaj-rh7uy]

A fantastic and interesting interview with Tim. Three of my favourite KZbinRS together!! Keep up the great work lads.

[@sofa_king_ay]

Been a sub of Shmee since August 2014 has been some of the best content ever

[@shaunperry2024]

You seem to have encouraged the "real" Tim to surface, there. Really enjoyed watching that and the whole dynamic looked natural and effortless. I've just subscribed too. Looking forward to the next one. No pressure. 😉

[@Rusky07]

Just listening on the way home. Bloody brilliant.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Thank you 🙏

[@johnhutchinson635]

Finally finished listening / watching, great job guys 👍

[@davidkeenan5989]

Love the love for the Ford GT.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Yes, we can't see that going anywhere.... Ever 👌

[@MatthewKidd]

Great interview. So much respect for Tim. Also really respect the openness and transparency regarding mental health so important 👍

[@dangreasley7934]

Well this was an eye opener. Thanks

[@IngramCars]

Really enjoyable, the best interview I've listened to regarding Tims journey. 22:45 Absolutely spot on!

[@kevincoombs7348]

Good to hear Flaming Lips as C.H. choice . Ive seen them in Bristol and Brighton, totally amazing !

[@ginggur17]

Fantastic insight. Wow. 👍👍🤜🤛 I have never really known Tim, it’s great to see his views and story. I feel another sub I have to say. I’m astounded how down to Earth he is. 👍👍🇬🇧

[@frasermacleod7642]

Another fabulous episode. Really enjoying these. Very interesting to hear more about the amazing Shmee, top bloke, really admire him. Can’t wait for the next episode, keep up the amazing work guys. Thanks 👏🏻😉👌🏻👍🏻

[@kiko1605]

Easily the most hard working guy in YT Automotive.. Its mindboggling to be honest.. I always watch his vids!

[@alasdairwilson4806]

Great one again guys.I don't normally view or listen to many podcasts as I don't have the time,but yours is now essential.Fantastic stuff guys.Really interesting and informative,and a great guest.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Thank you, that's great to hear 🙏

[@srodigital]

Very enjoyable gents, many thanks, great to see Tim being Tim. You don't get to see that happen very often, but its refreshing when it does. Would love to see you all on a road trip together, with this same relaxed friends type video production. Take care all and keep safe. PS. Like someone else has suggested having Harry Metcalfe on the show would be really great.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Glad you enjoyed it and glad we managed to get Tim's character 👌 Harry is on our wish list too 😉

[@garrymatthews4430]

Have to say this is one of the best podcasts i have listend too. Man keep these coming what a great insight into your world!!

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Glad you enjoyed it! 👌

[@brycebrown1]

I really enjoyed that! The takeaway for me, if you reach a level of success it's cool to be humble, and it's very cool to give someone a leg up. I'd love to see you bring a rising star to the podcast.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Cheers Bryce! We have some up and coming KZbinrs lined up 👌

[@Martinjelley]

What a cool interview! It was really cool hear how Tim and Joe met, and it just goes to show what happens if you put yourself out there! I was lucky enough to meet joe at a track day earlier this year, and he took me out for a few laps in the M3 touring, which was an epic experience! Also he was a top guy! Can’t wait for the next episode of the podcast!

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Great to hear Martin, thanks for the support! ❤

[@Christian6AT]

Love Joe's story, such a great podcast guys!

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Really pleased we could share our backgrounds 👌

[@peterkirton4580]

Very interesting content. I hope that you Joe had some good news yesterday

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Cheers Peter! Update on Joe's M2 coming soon...

[@filipds]

Brilliant podcast/interview of you guys! Tim awsome like always! Here you have a new follower!

[@cliftonmcintosh6193]

Fantastic podcast keep up the good work 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@IndaloMan]

Was the podcast sponsored by Joby? The world's most intrusive mic stands... 🤣🤣 What makes Tim so special is that unlike other YT 'stars' who focus on products and services they are paid to promote, is that he focuses on products and services that he owns. Massive respect and long may he continue.

[@KnowPorcelain1]

Shmee is a Trojan, great interview

[@harryrowbotham6131]

You should start calling him ChatGPShmee the way he reels off information 😂

[@michaellynnparris2954]

Tim is a EPIC LEGEND 😎 💯🏎💙🤘

[@B9TNG]

Future classic has to be the OG 135i. Such an underrated and forgotten car

[@beneyhewson4442]

Tim, Prime and cars. Fantastic combos

[@phillip9170]

Really awesome episode! I wonder how it works with buying a hypercar and taxes, or any new car for that matter… Seeing as Zenvo is located in Denmark and me being Danish myself and knowing the taxes are insane… Do you pay taxes in the country the car is first registrered in? Or is it a matter of legally “completing” it in the country the car will reside in? No idea but very curious

[@daggidding4478]

Fantastic chat between car guys. I loved it😀👍

[@rodneywilliams5526]

Brilliant interview and amazing chemistry between you all.

[@oesterga]

Absolutely fantastic podcast !!

[@technohamster4783]

That's been a great listen, Tim seems to get a lot of stick but I've always liked his stuff.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@85PLD]

Genuinely inspiring stories, wish you all the very best.

[@robertstarczewski]

Great to listen to you

[@jacekambosiewicz4855]

Love you guys im a big fan i watched you back in the days im waching you now and i cry its so much emotion

[@michaelsangster5673]

What a great episode.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

[@ScenesThroughTravels]

Well we have 3 legends here !! Ped being the first 😂😂👍👍

[@davidkeenan5989]

What a collab!

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Glad you liked it!

[@bobskiale]

Great interview ! Loved it

[@StrifeFitness]

Huge respect for Tim!

[@hristohristov8787]

Question to Joe: Can you name 1 car for the rest of your life using only 3 letters ?😁👍 The podcast with Tim was an absolute pleasure to watch and listen👌

[@Triple7GER]

Tim is and was always THE "reliable" one in that business ! There are/were so many other channels in this business, like Salomondrin, Vehicle Virgin, DDE, that makes me watching their content feeling awkward ! I was feeling ashamed to watch them ! Tim go on like that , i am following you since ...... as long as i am watching your KZbin contend ! Other i don't care anymore !!!!

[@Siiilent]

Whoever decided to give Tim a chair with no armrests should be punished.👿

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Another great episode 👍

[@TIMSANDYSURF]

After the DDE graphic antics on the Gumball, many people are asking the same question.

[@markwatkinson3]

Brilliant. Love it

[@420somewhereG]

New sub great episode👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🚘

[@sbkpeace.24]

"Torque drive" podcast has a better ring to it 😂 just saying

[@drivetorquepodcast]

😂🤔👌

[@BigBisalreadytaken]

Great interview, but... please ditch those hideous Joby microphone arms! Your shot on Tim is almost 60% mic arm!

[@AlanBrown-j5i]

I think Tim’s great watch all his videos 😊

[@frankengels5275]

I liked this a lot!

[@RakwanTWOFOUR]

Shout outs to Saabkyle still. Absolute legend

[@avag6132]

Did I miss the part where you actually ask him who Shmee150 is? ..

[@missdiva421]

That was brilliant, Tim has got a beautiful gift of delivering outstanding commentry, its like poetry. So good to see Joe enjoying his stroll down memory lane Excellent content gents👌

[@kieronkilgannon8135]

Really interesting

[@JUSTNTEH]

AMG BLACK SERIES ❤

[@leobats14]

Fantastic

[@WheelzOH]

thought that last answer would be sls bs or ford gt tbh

[@S2000Y]

Should have asked him how much the insurance bill on his crashed Senna was ?

[@finnmcginn9931]

Turns out there's more than one Tim Burton.......whodathunkit?

[@zero521]

Them huge mics and related mic arms lol

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Sound is the most important ingredient of a podcast.

[@rejoicerone3176]

Time stamps plss

[@cupidstunt22]

Why is Shmee 150?

[@RWL2012]

???

[@Scott555ish]

Can we lose the mic stands, huge mics and headphones. It's supposed to be a casual chat on the sofa. You're not laying down an album or an animated film voice over. Other than that good luck with the cast.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

No, it's a podcast and therefore sound is the most important aspect, the fact it's visual and on KZbin is a bonus.

[@Antonio88870]

It's a podcast...

[@ctphoto]

Do you really need those mic stands? Looks like a spider is attacking you all!

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Yes we do, it's a podcast and sound is our priority, this is a bonus, deal with the 🕷️

[@obsidian....]

When you get access to someone like Tim, why would you ask him questions that he's already answered in other interviews/podcasts? These are things you knew, like the note in his old car etc... Seems like a waste.

[@drivetorquepodcast]

Do you want us to send you some tissues?

[@joshflorence1998]

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