Why I Traded My Camaro SS for a GTI

[@superspeeder9184]

*~4-5 years later* "why I traded my golf gti for an accord"

[@no_4259]

SuperSpeeder 4-5 years later This is why I traded my accord for a fried chicken bucket

[@AlineaEuros]

the new camry looks sexy tbh

[@rogerhu126]

Sergio González Torres Why I traded my fried chicken bucket with a Yugo

[@daniel27560]

@@AlineaEuros but it's still slow

[@AlineaEuros]

@@daniel27560 slow compared to what?

[@emadnad33]

*2 days later* Hoovies garage: I just bought the cheapest camaro in the USA

[@trapsarentgay4195]

Evan Nadeau 😂😂

[@iliaz7057]

He bought the cheapest m5 in the USA

[@dumb_shit_swordsman5550]

Lol

[@fabuloso3635]

LOL

[@Nile9063]

2 more days later - Hey, I've just broke the cheapest Camaro in the USA and sold it off to Tavarish!

[@Myaufroto1]

Financial mentor..... "i met a woman"

[@OmniRider]

LOLOL, this comment is awesome.

[@thecake6635]

Lmaooooo

[@RyanTomScott]

@@sexycowman pffft

[@hiramrosajr8231]

Smh

[@orlindsay]

LMFAOOO!!! So good

[@dtolios]

All good. But you could have gotten a 3yo GTI for 1/2 what you've paid and comparable financing.

[@colehavenar2638]

right? Thats why I got a higher mileage Golf R. These MK7 R's are around $23k-$30k now. Im at Stage 2 with 400HP for roughly $2k

[@pedrohernandez6098]

I had a 2016 Subaru STI that was heavily modded throughout 3 years, but I realized I’d be just as happy in a less expensive car. My 2018 GTI DSG was $24,250 out the door. It made all the sense for me to make the switch and I would be in a brand new car. I’m APR stage 2 rn and honestly it’s actually quicker than my Subaru lol. The GTI is definitely the best new car for $30k and under

[@gustavopaulette3496]

Pedro Hernandez nice! I just traded my 2018 WRX for a 2018 GTI to save money and because I was tired of driving stick 4 hours a day in heavy traffic. At first I felt sad but now I’m okay. I got the 2018 GTI DSG brand new last year for $22,610. Got a black one. Will go APR stage 1 and tint the windows. But I still do miss the AWD otherwise it’s a great car

[@oxaile4021]

Wow the pricing of cars in US is so damn cheap it's total bs. I just paid that 24,250 for my mid spec 2019 Seat Leon with a 1.5 Tsi but in Euros (+28,500 USD) (In case you don't know, the Leon is a slightly cheaper sister model of the Golf)

[@avinashharipersaud3489]

Then ypu make the worst mistake in your life

[@davesearle2766]

@@oxaile4021 GTI in Canada is around $24,000 USD

[@xander1052]

@@davesearle2766 Oof GTi in the UK is £33,000 (according to VW's website, prolly possible to get one for less). Sweet Sales Tax.

[@vantheman1wald]

you should ask doug if he's willing to point out your gti's quirks and features

[@xReLentLess213]

Doug the type of nigga to report nudity on pornhub

[@richy5301]

Cosmic Shadow24 BITCH HAHA

[@thenismoman4854]

Did you see his new Koenigsegg video?

[@Chris-dy1cb]

I thought he already did a golf video

[@jag7371]

Let RCR review it.

[@BladedAngel]

The Callie and Cammie duo are disbanded. Still don't know what car I'm getting. EDIT: I ended up getting a C7 Z06 cause HURR DURR screw practicality :P

[@darkherosolidox]

I am disappointed with you blade. You are not doing a good job with converting your brother into the Ford culture.

[@gradyvanness9646]

you should get a hot hatch to match your brother! just kidding, get what you think is a good car

[@levonkhachaturov8045]

Get a 2013 Shelby gt500

[@111rr5]

Bladed Angel evo?

[@UPG]

Get a Focus RS this time.

[@hardcorehardo]

Boi you talk like you just got a Prius.. the GTI is an awesome driver's car!

[@talonsx494]

I know right...I got a Prius- 50 mpg...and I design cars...that's how much I loved cars...the gti is my dream car...I think...lol.

[@ericwilmot857]

AAAAAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[@pricey000]

No the car is ugly as hell

[@sfsango8559]

Max nah man ur tripping

[@Osprey1994]

@@talonsx494 I love my MK6 they are surprisingly quick and they take to power very quickly. Other cars are now in the same class and worth looking at, but I really enjoy the GTI and might get a MK7 soon since I'm at around 110,000 miles.

[@nestor.cabllro]

4 Years from now “WHY I TRADED MY GTI FOR A PONTIAC AZTEK”

[@klestkirami2956]

Then i got my old prius back

[@peters4144]

6:00 GTI being trailered. I’ve owned a few BMW’s, 2 camaro’s, a Trans-Am, among others. I too drive a GTI now. My priorities, goals and perspectives have shifted over the years. Though it may not be as powerful, the fun factor is much more satisfying to me in the GTI.

[@yosifbaiee6902]

It does not matter if you have a camerryy or a camaro being a car guy is not a position it’s a passion even if you don’t have a car you’re a car guy

[@madwe2269]

I have a prius, and I like getting 55 mpg, as apposed to you gas guzzling environment killers, am I a car guy now?

[@verum117]

@@madwe2269 die

[@AlineaEuros]

@@madwe2269 that's as much as my friend's 80's honda civic

[@joelfeggins8152]

Mad We do you like cars ?

[@benhuang2773]

It's time for people to stop acting like there's only 1 way to be a car guy. By the way, what's a "Camerryy?" I've never heard of that before. Is it a competitor to the Accorredd?

[@loorddisickk9806]

I at first didn’t like your decision but as I watched the video, you justified you reason and it’s actually a very good reason. I applaud you my good sir

[@richardmedina707]

Respect for your decision man. You made me realize that I need to slow down and focus on other things I’m life. You definitely touched me and my stubborn ways

[@basicbodybuilding]

I’ll stick to being single and driving my mustang GT.

[@ofaoilleachain]

You dropped this: 👑

[@thepeemslayz1985]

I ain't getting married either. Fun for life I guess. (Getting married is just not something I care about. Just not interested in a family. Maybe that will change but now I plan on buying my dad's Camaro SS from him because it will be around when he is looking to upgrade. And it's one of my favorite cars)

[@ofaoilleachain]

Thepeemslayz, what year Camaro?

[@themadlad_]

agreed

[@abbasiautomotive]

Better yet marry a car girl, and raise your kid to be a car enthusiasts and now you get a stang and a family lol

[@COMMANDERFOX31]

Your videos are straight to the point, relevant thumbnail, no stupid pre-vid sponsors or "before I begin, hit that bell button for an iPhone 11 giveaway" speech nonsense. Thank you, I really appreciate that.

[@cacodemon_doom]

A GTI's totally a car-guy's car; I don't see why hot hatches wouldn't.

[@chamishi]

I have a GTI and I'm not a guy...😉

[@EthanL21800]

@@chamishi Manual or Automatic? If its the newer ones with the dual clutch automatic is acceptable

[@2011Transformersdotm]

Ethan Lundeen what an interesting question to ask Does it matter tryhard?

[@EthanL21800]

@@2011Transformersdotm I'm just asking

[@2011Transformersdotm]

Ethan Lundeen ok Brother

[@carlitos119199]

Hey Omni Rider, I stumbled on your video through my recommendations and I'm so glad I did. As a 19-year-old sophomore in college, this video really helped me get my priorities straight. To me owning a Golf R has always been what I wanted at my age however after hearing your talk about finances I come to realize I should just be thankful I am able to comfortably finance my '14 tC and not have a huge debt on college. I think you switching to a GTI was a great move and similarly, I am now less focused on "appearing rich" and focusing on being financially better off. Lastly, GTI's are awesome too I plan on either saving up for one of those after my graduation or an R. Either way, glad to see you yourself are doing well and cant wait to see what you do to this GTI!

[@WeLikeCookiez1138]

Carlos Robalino I’m in the same point in my life (19 sophomore in college) and I have a 2012 GTI and I’m so happy with the older model. I wanted to get a R but decided against it due to finances. The gti is a damn good car and don’t discount the older models with low mileage

[@JEFFSMITH95]

My exact sentiments, I am much older and love no payments. I've been thru them all. In the good old days you could buy and sell in a couple of years for practically for no loss, If you bought the correct vehicle and kept it maintained. I did this for years !

[@mannylafarga8415]

Did you end up getting the R ?

[@SharpiqPvP]

Put a tune on that gti, there are gti’s ecu stage 2 running low 12s at the track with just a ecu tune

[@ricco325i]

SebTurbo and a good exhaust for dat sound

[@OmniRider]

Yeah, I’m looking into APR stage 1 tunes right now! Stage 2 is even more insane!

[@SharpiqPvP]

Omni Rider good I can confirm you that it’s totally worth it a simple ecu tune and it’s a day n night difference

[@xmr323]

@@OmniRider The words gotten out. Everyones buying gtis/a3's etc! they are just so damn fast in the sub 100mph moments.

[@AlCasa52]

SebTurbo sorry...I don't know the horsepower figures with these tunes...or even gti's in general. But I can ASSURE you that a simple ecu tune will NOT cut many seconds off a 1/4 mile time and put a stock gti into low 12's. That's about the same time as a rear wheel drive car with 4-500hp horsepower. Or some heavier cars like amg's with close to 600hp. It's not happening. You buy a gti for different reasons. Not for speed. Not for 1/4 mile times. Stop reading stupid people on the Internet you feed you this bullshit

[@CJ-dx4mq]

Next video: why I traded my Agera r for a prius

[@baronmorte4445]

I honestly believe this is the best yt video I have seen in the last 5 years,really put things into perspective for me,the life and financial advice you gave me here is priceless,it shifted me from bying an expensive car into buying a house.Thank you Omni!

[@matteoprefumo788]

Well I respect your choice I like the gti

[@claudiobizama5603]

I like the GTI, kudos for you. Question tho, what other cars you had considered before you bought it?

[@OmniRider]

Claudio Bizama Ford Focus ST, test drove one the same day I test drove this GTI! I also looked at the Civic Type R but it was too pricey. 04-07 STIs but most near me were heavily modified and I’m a little sketched out by how others treat their sporty cars. 15-16 BMW M235i was a close 2nd but ultimately got a great deal on the GTI. 12-13 Boss 302 but that wouldn’t be much of a different experience plus I wanted to get away from coupes. Hyundai Veloster N but none were available near me :( Those were the few I considered.

[@BigFatCaulk]

Omni Rider bUy A sUpRa

[@romariogrant4694]

@@OmniRider Quick question would a 2015 mustang gt still be a bad financial decision

[@thepebbleman]

Omni Rider How about the Toyota Starlet?

[@roboticvenom1935]

@@thepebbleman You're joking right?

[@TheOnlyNDV]

The GTI is the gold standard of hot hatches, a very good choice!

[@luissaldana9089]

I think you mean RS

[@adamsaeed1542]

Jack Bower Clubsport S too

[@t-bone9239]

Nah its the M140i

[@TheOnlyNDV]

@@t-bone9239 tbf I love the m140i, a rear wheel drive hatchback is genuinely all kinds of awesome

[@emmanuelperrina6105]

I think you mean type r

[@robmaffeis]

A money saver that's going spend it on a ring What!

[@chilldoc9638]

Rob Ikr rings are useless

[@andreidodea3718]

@@chilldoc9638 cara are useless

[@chilldoc9638]

Andrei Dodea No dumbass you can travel with them and do useful stuff rings are stupid purchases

[@andreidodea3718]

@@chilldoc9638 car is car

[@chilldoc9638]

Andrei Dodea wtf are u talking about are u really that high to the point where your saying a ring is as useful as a car

[@rennzyyy4580]

Man,i always supporting you in any condition,wether if you own an ss or gti you still a special person in my eyes. I love you.

[@doc.voltold4232]

Front wheel drive = easier parallel park. Enter with the ass of the car, Pull the ebrake, steer all and let the wheels spin. Profit.

[@Ghost1gx]

? I think parrallel parking is easy with rear wheel drive

[@RealJCX034]

Unless if you hit the curb and damage the rear suspension which is money..

[@Ghost1gx]

@@RealJCX034 same with all cars if u bent anything it's money rims included

[@doc.voltold4232]

@@Ghost1gx kzbin.info/www/bejne/opOUkqqOnNSsh6c

[@RealAnthonyJones]

Replace cv boots every oil change.

[@chengpeng7535]

I was Jealous that you have a nice camaro. And now you have the same car with me. Definitely going to watch your channel more.

[@scottcomer1159]

Good decision, can't wait to see what you do next

[@Seylah246]

meanwhile here in the Balkans... I am driving a 1999 Accord for 2k Euro and I work as a programmer... saving up for a 2004-2006 Accord 7th gen Type S tho :)

[@albertkoshy9678]

why

[@stevetran365]

Your video really connected with me. As a 25 year old car guy thats a ChemE, I make enough money to splurge on some nicer cars, but I too have been struggling with being a car guy and trying to be financially smart. Listening to you in this video was literally like a reflection of the biggest struggle I am having mentally right now. I just recently bought a 330k home, and In a year or two I wanted to buy a TT RS or a ZL1, but as the days go by, I start to realize traveling, memories, financial stability and early retirement are probably the better way to go. I really admire your choice and willpower and ultimately I think you will be happier in the long run. I think the GTI was a great compromise (I was thinking golf R or nissan Z or something along those lines too when my current car ever breaks down).

[@maxxas5067]

It's called growing up and it is very tough

[@LawrenceTimme]

Or cucking to wife/girlfriend

[@darksaiyan4]

I also had to make this choice having a really fast A31 cefiro that guzzles gas an the price of gas in my country went up 3 times in 2 years so I made the choice to switch to Ford xlt diesel which I don't regret I still miss that rb25 doh an hearing that waste gate open but am pushing 34 now time to save towards retirement

[@icy3004]

If I had a Supra I still would have it with or without kids lol.

[@themagicalnoodle6178]

Growing up? So older people can't have fast cars? Okay then.

[@flick2flick]

@@LawrenceTimme so true. When he said to have enough money for a ring I was like wtf. Everything else he said made sense to me.

[@seanwatson9350]

Dude why don’t u buy used, GTIs are like 18k used

[@ZambonieDude]

Sean Watson People with money like to flex, it's apart of the lifestyle.

[@Alumnikiid]

Your right, They do depreciate like crazy

[@DiaperSNiFFER]

@@Alumnikiid absolutely right

[@entropy8000]

Only thing is you know if you buy it used it was beat up by the previous owner. People Buy them to drive em hard

[@Alumnikiid]

@Derek Townsley ... can always buy a powertrain warranty with the $12,000 u saved. Also I am seeing CPO gti for $17k with 7yr, 100,000 powertrain warranty in my area. So many old gti, s2000, type r, si, wrx still runny with multiple owners and high milage these cars are designed to be driven like a sports car.

[@andrewolson5471]

I get it. I was financially in over my head 20 years ago and had to trade in my dream car, a red 1994 Mustang SVT Cobra for a 1999 Escort ZX2. While I missed the Cobra, I still have fond memories of the ZX2. In 2007, when I was in a better place, I got a 2002 Mustang GT, and when I got in to test drive her, I felt like I was home. I still have that 02 GT to this day.

[@OmniRider]

Nice, that's comforting to hear!

[@redcco3123]

Well yea, I totaly understand the point why your trading it. But some people here in the comments just for relation... Im 21 and earning 61k a year in germany, I have to drive 160km a day to work and im buying a camaro 2ss v8 6.2, i know it will costs lot of fuel but for me its an investment just for me, its something i always wanted and i just wanna do it for myself. After getting it theres more than enough money still left, to get everything else. I dont think u have to give up a car if ur earning that much

[@bradroda003]

5 years later why i traded in my gti for a Pacifica.

[@josephmeyer6232]

I love the GTI...Here in Brazil the GTI is just one of the best 4 bangers in the brazilian market...

[@Carlos-hr9kg]

Joseph Meyer in Chile too. Volkswagens are popular over there when I visited.

[@josephmeyer6232]

@@Carlos-hr9kg Volkswagens are popular because of their history and durability, at least for the old beetle and Kombi (that van from Volkswagen, I dont know how It is called in the US)

[@Carlos-hr9kg]

Joseph Meyer lol we call it the VW bus or the hippie van for most of my generation.

[@ThatCampingOwl]

Personally - you made the right choice. The GTI is more sensible but still great fun to drive, it's good to have your priorities straight. Keep it up man!

[@countessgardevoir2425]

The Golf GTi is a cool car, anyway, so this isn't so bad

[@alexroode2659]

As a young enthusiast, around half your age, it is very interesting to see opinions like yours, which didn't really match mine but actually make a lot of sense when you think some deeper about it. You have given me a new perspective and I appreciate that. Keep up the good work! :)

[@mikemakboul4409]

A well tuned GTI way more fun than a Camaro

[@Ambitious419]

Mike Makboul that’s so true

[@K5_RC]

You are talking about modified vs stock. A well tuned Camaro SS vs a well tuned GTI=DEATH TO GTI

[@theredhorsemen5313]

Agreed also with a mustang!. Way more fun

[@unimportantperson_2089]

Corvette.

[@nathanzorrozua4374]

Can’t truly drift a gti or do a burnout.. or have a v8... or be American

[@izzazprawirawicaksono]

cant lie, the GTI is good.

[@___LowBoy___]

Why does my guy not have ads

[@joshua4620]

D E M O N E T I Z A T I O N

[@ZambonieDude]

imo personal videos like this shouldn't.

[@matthewsanchez5041]

Zac Deschene ;;;;;;x;;;;n;xxx; x;;

[@BobSmith-ww9rp]

That's why I got 2011 Camaro ss m6 for 16k out of the door with 70k on the odo, clean title. Still badass ride and good price.

[@jeannemoore9843]

Heres what you do. Buy a 80's-90's sportscar for super cheap with fixable issues, fix the problems, you will feel good about it.

[@xxiw3stsid3ixx97]

Me and my 3000gt

[@deathmetalstickfigure]

Ford mustang foxbody.

[@jtkent28]

I’m on my 3rd GTI (2018 GTI SE) and couldn’t imagine driving anything else. You made an excellent decision and will love it. Looking forward to upcoming videos!

[@Locallybuiltauto]

The GTi is awesome VW4LYFE!!!

[@728GT]

Yes!

[@gadgetmcfly9640]

**Engine Failure Intensifies**

[@nickkilmer7371]

After drifting a VW Jetta and street racing a VW Tiguan I think you are making a good choice.

[@profstein-bq2tc]

was the jetta converted to rwd or did you figure out how to do it with fwd

[@nickkilmer7371]

@@profstein-bq2tc FWD, it was lift off oversteer not technically a drif t I guess.

[@randymarsh969]

Bladed settled this already. Supercar>House

[@purabus6470]

what's the vid tittle homie???

[@Power0nGames0]

gti owner here, welcome to the club! here we love all of our fellow gti owners aswell as their leaking water pumps and snapped timing chain guides! but fr tho its always awesome see more people love these hatchbacks

[@xdaveleex]

Love this - I did the same thing this year. Went from a modified 2012 S4 and loved it to death... But switched to a GTI for the exact same reasons. Fortunately, it's a lot more fun to drive than I thought it would be, so win-win!

[@NevaLose94]

Welcome to the VW fam!

[@_baller]

Guy never listen to someone with a mediocre income with a nice car and think they saved their way to it.. theyre either loaded in debt or its parents money it's almost always always always parents money

[@NGMonocrom]

+1 on that. That's just the reality.

[@ILeapZHD]

tommy d u b b s Anything is possible if you can save. It’s not what you make but how you spend it.

[@NGMonocrom]

@@ILeapZHD What you make definitely effects how you spend it! Reality has a nasty habit of taking a large chunk of whatever you earn. Rent, food, gasoline, unexpected expenses, car insurance, that skank that you accidentally got pregnant and the courts are taking big bucks out of your paycheck each week, etc. Hey, if someone is stupid with their money but has a high-paying job; they can still easily afford a Corvette or a Viper. Meanwhile, the guy making minimum wage and has to carefully keep track of every dollar he spends; he might be barely able to keep his Mazda 3 that he bought used, off of the repo man's hook.

[@LtSheppardXxL]

Well there are the stand outs. I worked with a kid from day one at my high school job. He was a good friend at work but never came and hung out or went to movies with us or anything. I always assumed he had a strict mom till the day he showed up our senior summer after high school with a brand new Mazda 3 sport. I was jealous even though I had. A brand new Dodge Ram, after I got the truck I had started to wish I had a car. Then he proudly showed a few of us close friends his paper work. Instead of going out with use the past 3 years he saved every dime of all of his checks, worked extra shifts when possible and paid cash for the car. I know he really did because I knew what I had made since starting and recently had a similar conversation with my grandfather about this stuff. He had asked how much I had saved while working and I told him nothing and he sat down and asked what I had made. I’ll admit to this day the only times in my life I’ve been able to save any sort of money is when I had a really good job and was still able to save and go do fun things. But anytime I make decent money I’ve always chosen to take small trips and enjoy the money now rather than later, and do realise its not the most fiscal thing to do, but I’ve got a lot and I mean a lot of fond memories of vacations for 2 days with my friends that to me are worth a new car

[@NGMonocrom]

@@LtSheppardXxL It's all about what matters most to you. I could have bought a Rolex watch, a real one, for all the money I spent recently. But that would have meant getting nothing else that I needed or wanted. I just wasn't willing to do that. Ironically, in both cases, you each spent your money in different ways. But it was spent. I believe your Grand-father meant saving your money and putting it away for years upon years at a time. Even decades.

[@LoXHumaN]

I love my GTi, go stage 2 and you’ll love it even more.

[@Guillermoherrera22]

Changed my camaro 2LT 2016 for a gti mk7.5 2020 and never been more happy with a car in my life, btw it’s the first car I bought by myself🙏🏼

[@tetsmon]

I really appreciate that you talk about real life issues that come with being a car guy. very real, and definitely something we could all learn from. Thank you

[@jacklavalley8245]

Doesn't the GTI have more modding potential than the Camaro. It also has better mpg

[@Dolby109]

Better gas mileage: yes. More modding potential: No. You might be able to get more power gains (in percentage, not actual hp) from the GTI with cheap mods, but once your past that the Camaro would gain more per dollar spent, and also has more handling potential as well.

[@thefitnesslife4988]

No

[@moshpitjunkie8122]

Yes the gti does.

[@Dolby109]

@@moshpitjunkie8122 You are late and wrong.

[@risosi8092]

I have a 2014 VW Golf GTI and it has 400hp and I run 10's in the 1/4

[@Tonyx.yt.]

yes yes 10 seconds lmao

[@jorge8596]

No you don't. 400hp is not enough to run 10s, especially in a fwd car

[@deanmarr785]

@@jorge8596 With slicks and rear seat delete it is. Dont under estimate the MK7 platform.

[@XxDEMONxDONUTxX]

Dude you gain respect from me for getting a GTI

[@jediael9906]

So you didn't respect him when he had the ss ?

[@XxDEMONxDONUTxX]

@@jediael9906 bruh take the joke XD im a VW kind of person, ive owned Chevy sports cars in the past.. ive always respected this man for following his dreams

[@Baasicstuff]

I have a focus st, holds everything, and the v8 and I can and do play .... just not in a straight line. These 4 cylinders are light and fun

[@Riggerrob547]

You're headed in the right path. Some don't see reality till it's too late. I'm in my early 40's , bought my first home @28 then my dream home @ 33. I used to drive a conv. Z28 & had a 65 mustang fastback, now my wife drives 2010 Mercedez and I have a 2009 mk5 gti . Although both are old , they're paid off. Anyways , you just gained a subscriber, I'll be watching.. good luck!

[@radix9523]

I traded my 16 SS for a RAV4. They say it’s growing up, but all around me are familiar faces...

[@vel6979]

radix9523 you sir are stupid

[@jediael9906]

Lmfaoooooo

[@benhuang2773]

Worn out places, worn out faces

[@FirebirdCamaro1220]

@mikeday66 no V6 anymore, a few years ago they went back to 4 banger only again

[@Loppier]

Major L , should’ve got a srt or macan Turbo

[@lmaoo8742]

Bladed angel laughs in a dark corner 4:06

[@_baller]

Switching from Camaro to GTI just for 8k? Lol big deal.. why not just buy an old ass car 5k out the door no loans buddy, you hardly did much of a change

[@ReviewedByAndy]

tommy d because safety and modern crash structure?

[@che9357]

@@ReviewedByAndy even 2 years older would've been MUCH cheaper...

[@wut_cars]

You earned my sub. For being real about money on youtube. Good job for being a role model

[@Tony-ml5bs]

My HVAC instructor bought his first house when he was 23, and lived his 20's with a house, garage, a Mustang, (I can't remember what was his daily), and two motorcycles.

[@BigBoss-kk8hq]

"Tall handsome man" ....mmm.. let me guess .... this encounter took place at a rainbow bar in west Hollywood...

[@YaYousef5]

Congrats! If your goal is to save money, you should consider buying used next time so you don't have to eat the depreciation. For example, I got my 2017 GTI Autobahn with 10k miles for 24k. The sticker price was 36k. Also, if you want to save money, don't get married. And finally, buying a house doesn't mean it's yours or you can call it your own. You're getting into debt for 30 years and paying interest. If you buy a house for 300k over 30 years at 4%, the total cost would be $515,609. You'll be paying $215,609 to the bank in interest, the bank that can evict you at anytime during the 30 years if you miss a couple payments. Oh yeah, don't forget about home maintenance homeowners insurance and taxes! If your "financial adviser" is advising you to get into debt over a home, you may want to reconsider your financial adviser.

[@duck8280]

I’m 21, still getting a Lamborghini. You ain’t changing my mind BOI!

[@DodgeandGMkiIIingFurdDaiIy]

Just my advice. Do not tune the GTI. I ran into major issues as well as others. I have since sold it and am purchasing an NA 370Z. I loved my GTI to death btw. Waxed it every 2 weeks. The turbos and rods are the weak points. Trust me on this.

[@Dcc357]

I just bought a 2021 GTI SE manual for my fun car. I used to have 2004 Corvette C5 automatic that I just got tired of and knew needed a lot of work. I sold it to my neighbor. The GTI is just as fun despite being slower, but it feels like it handles so much better. The ride is also SO MUCH better. It's practical too. Most importantly, I'm the first owner. I love it and don't regret it. It's an entirely different car that has a new place in my heart.

[@austinhoffman4900]

Time to put an is38 turbo on her. Go full stage two and then walk some mopar and camaro ss's.

[@claw247]

Bruh u have no idea that impact this video is gonna have to my car purchase 🙏

[@mla_bdn8269]

The GTI is a sick car. Put a widebody and fifteen52 wheels on it :D

[@AnthroGearhead]

Widebody can be abnoxious and 15-52 wheels arent very long lasting

[@spencerzoppoth719]

I ended up selling my very clean 600whp LSA swapped 2005 GTO that i babied and really enjoyed. I was in the same boat as you, thinking i needed something more practical, something that provided more value for my money. I ended up deciding on a GTI just like you, although i got real lucky and i found an APR Stage 2 Golf R 2016 for the same price as the GTI i was looking at. Great video, and explanation.

[@mitchellblu3]

As a fellow GTI owner I Highly recommend checking out even a stage 1 ECU tune. It completely transforms the car into a whole nother animal. If you have a DSG specced one you'll need the DSG tune to go with. A standard will require a clutch upgrade as the torque figures have massive gains even on stage 1 alone. I went with APR stage 1 and i'm never going to go back to stock. I've put on about 20k miles since the tune and no issues so far.

[@stefanwinter1377]

I actually can relate. But I wouldn't have bought a Golf. I would have bought a Fiesta ST.

[@JoseMedina-gf4cu]

Stefan Winter love my fiST! It’s a great choice. I almost got a GTI but am glad with my purchase

[@ducksouponline7420]

Veloster N for sure, 7 years warranty can't compete with that

[@MrTARIQSs]

The fiesta is tiny Not the same class

[@mehmah9632]

The Golf is more expensive than the fiesta and a higher class . The golf is a C class car while Fiesta is b class . Two cars can’t be compared . Rival for fiesta ST is the Volkswagen Polo gti which doesn’t come in the United States

[@luisj1940]

Omni how come you didn’t think of getting a Focus St?

[@tapinaldoilovepenalties7103]

Luis Jovel gti’s are faster

[@illx2367]

It's a ford

[@stancars9359]

Then why does he go well with his brother that owns a mustang which he doesn’t own anymore

[@fredybeans2433]

Still a 40+ thousand dollar car *The RS but why get the stuff?

[@andrewfeliu1931]

Hey Omni even thou I am not able to drive yet I totally understand all the stuff ur talking about and I’m gonna do the same I’m planning to buy a 1994 Miata and go to trade school.

[@OmniRider]

Hell yeah, trade school is definitely a good option. College and universities aren't always the best option for everyone.

[@lsswappedcessna]

Good choice, the NA Miata has quite the aftermarket availability as far as performance and quality of life enhancements go.

[@andrewfeliu1931]

Yea totally I like some off the trade jobs so I’m going to be a mechanic

[@ryanroe7]

Excellent points, sir. More people need to hear sound financial perspectives like these. I have a 2011 mk6 GTI with an IE tune and I love it.

[@poodabran]

I'm actually ordering a Charger Hellcat Widebody this fall.

[@everyonewasstealingmynamea919]

If that’s the case you should of sold your Camaro, and bought a car worth under 8 grand cash.. problem solved.

[@joseRodriguez-zn6bz]

He most likely had some negative equity

[@drwisdom1]

First, the most cost effective thing to do is purchase (not lease) a dependable car, pay it off, and then drive it without payments. Ownership should be at least 6 years, but hopefully greater than 10. Now matter what savings Mr. Rider gets in insurance and gas by trading, selling early wipes out those savings before they even accrue. Second, high powered motorcycles are extremely gratifying death machines that are wise to avoid. Third, Camaros are good, GTIs are better. Forth, I figured Mr. Rider was going to compare vehicles but instead it came down to his personal struggles and his fear of how others perceive him.

[@maurodanger]

Traded my charger for a Honda accord 2019 I couldn’t make a better financial decision. I totally understand your view.

[@stickydaddymilk6577]

Traded my challenger for a civic I felt that lmao

[@MrPelletgunguy]

Yeah, you could have traded for an older accord for less money.

[@jasonhamilton2619]

What awesome advise on life! I'm 43 and made very similar decisions about financial priorities in life at your age. You are on the right path for a happy and successful life. I love cars too, but what I really love now is knowing that I can buy any car made, and pay cash if I wanted. That though is more satisfying then actually buying a $250,000 vehicle.

[@dylondylondylondylondylon5]

Great video! I’m in a similar position being 23 and an engineer. I did the same thing and went out at started a lease on a S3 at 21. I’m now thinking about downgrading to a gti as I get closer to the end of my lease. Luckily I can comfortably make my car payments but my mindset has shifted. Financial freedom is the real dream. I love cars too but it’s all about balance.

[@realbeetlejuice]

Why not buy a used car then? why buy a new GTI? lol

[@matthewcharlton9821]

Lennox Lewis because the GTI is superior

[@davesearle2766]

Nobody else has beat on it, used they are expensive (newer used ones) so worth the few grand to break it in they way you want

[@Kubboz]

Well, I mean, the current Camaro does look like a VW's attempt at a muscle car, so...

[@Somber.Killer]

Omg it does lmao

[@ajaymc6137]

Dude you live like 10 minutes away from my house. I was startled to see that you were turning down Deer Valley road, and I live like 5 minutes away from Deer Valley road.

[@teedeepk]

The 2018+ green looks GOOD! 😺 I just paid off my 2017 GTI and plan to put her payments towards the house mortgage. This is a dream car for me, coming from a 2003 Matrix! Much hatch love, subscribed~

[@muller08049]

I traded my Dodge Charger r/t fully tuned with the usual mods, cai,exhaust yadayada for my 14 GTI with ARR tune, H&R springs and it’s been the BEST decision I made. The gti is sooo much more fun drive daly plus the payments and ins is a lot cheaper! Good for you man. Looking forward to seeing what you do to your vw.

[@ProfeDylan]

Did you buy this at San tan Volkswagen??? I think we sold you that car!!

[@TheRabbitHasLanded]

Big sad you moved to Phoenix, Plano is great place

[@mehtabsangha4239]

9 to 10 years later why I traded my accord for a Prius lol😂 😂 😂

[@hangmanfsc]

I always wondered how people would spend so much money on their cars, this makes me see the other side of things. Im a car guy too, but i just CAN'T justify dropping in new parts just because... 1500 coilovers, 150 in realignment, 500ish in more engine parts, then another 500ish to retune... thansk for the insight, you've earned a sub! keep it up!

[@cyberbrox5]

Hey Man, You're not the only one to make a trade like that. I went from 2016 Mustang GT to 2018 GTI, love them both in different ways but satisfied with both, They are different cars but bring similar feelings out of me.

[@spicyboi860]

y not a subaru wrx sti?!!!11!! seriously thought, good choice

[@baka0319]

Dude that thing gets 24mpg and his Camaro gets like 22 so it hardly makes a difference and Mr.Omni is gunning for a smarter financial choices

[@crossx3520]

Insurance alone will go up well probably not a lot since he had a SS

[@themagicalnoodle6178]

'Cause he doesn't vape

[@spicyboi860]

@@themagicalnoodle6178 fair enough

[@jakebower2515]

I truly think the GTI is the better car overall and financially so a win win

[@NGMonocrom]

Who buys an SS Camaro without realizing that they're going to throw money away on it? To buy, to maintain, to put gas in it, to put insurance coverage on it. Yeah, a VW GTl makes far more financial sense.

[@K5_RC]

Do you not know what VW is!!!??? A TRASH SHOOT! IT WILL STOP WORKING AFTER 50K MILES

[@TheClement402]

Hey man dont sweat it, the fact that you are able to make a decision like that is commendable! In a way im struggling with the same situation... Spending past my means. I own a 2017 GTI and have considered parting with it just like you and your camaro. But in all honesty it is my dream car just like yours is a Corvette. Though it may sound silly it has everything id ever want in a car. While i wont be making the same decision as you (yet), youve changed my perspective on this whole situation. Thank you for being real! Subbing

[@thatyankeetexan8145]

Dude. Great purchase. I have a Golf R and trust me, VW hot hatches are probably one of the best bangs for your buck. After a stage 2 tune I’m cranking 400 hp and 0-60 in 3.6 seconds. It’s a monster. I highly recommend APR tuning... and maybe AWE exhaust??