Are these Vloggers just a scam? SOL or Shmee etc???????
Discussion
twoblacklines said:
Chicken Guacamole Burrito said:
Alright Horse, you're on your own lad.
If I criticised TGE and the like for playing a part in cultivating a materialistic and shallow society, they have nothing on Tanner Fox and MoVlogs - who are the vanguards for ostentatious d
headedness.
TGE is Thorstein fking Veblen compared to those two tts.
At least if you watch TF you get to look atIf I criticised TGE and the like for playing a part in cultivating a materialistic and shallow society, they have nothing on Tanner Fox and MoVlogs - who are the vanguards for ostentatious d
headedness.TGE is Thorstein f
king Veblen compared to those two tts.
twoblacklines said:
Chicken Guacamole Burrito said:
Alright Horse, you're on your own lad.
If I criticised TGE and the like for playing a part in cultivating a materialistic and shallow society, they have nothing on Tanner Fox and MoVlogs - who are the vanguards for ostentatious dheadedness.
TGE is Thorstein fking Veblen compared to those two tts.
At least if you watch TF you get to look atIf I criticised TGE and the like for playing a part in cultivating a materialistic and shallow society, they have nothing on Tanner Fox and MoVlogs - who are the vanguards for ostentatious d
headedness.TGE is Thorstein f
king Veblen compared to those two tts.
Yes, TF can be a d
head. He’s only 17. But the rest of the time he’s mature way beyond his years, GSOH, very smart kid, and can be very entertaining, with or without Taylor.PGNSagaris said:
Horsey McHorseface said:
Are you talking about the lambs or me? The lambs are definitely sounding a bit bitter, it has to be said.
TGE puts a video out last Sunday, where he states in the video it’s Sunday AM. With no other date info provided (pre edit). Naturally people/lambs form the logical conclusion that it was shot that Sunday, and obvious confusion entails, not least about an identically spec’d Huracan.
So I come in here with a half serious / half trolling question, and the result is the last few pages.
People asking about the smoke ‘n mirrors, but I think for this thread to get back on topic, maybe best we let that slide (for now). I think I said already it was the ‘last straw’, and ever since I’ve had my mind made up about TGE. He’s more poserhead than pistonhead, is another problem I have. But whatever floats your boat, watch it.
As well as Vehicle Virgins, STG, Tavarish, I’m a fully paid member of the LoLo/MoMo squad, Tanner Fox, but the difference being, they don’t, like TGE, come into this thread umpteen times a day, or umpteen times into other vloggers YT comments section, with all the brown tongued lambs in tow, in a thinly disguised attempt at vulturing subscribers. Avoid TGE? You can’t, he’s everywhere. I think he must have his laptop open, on top of his snacks trolley, and in between off loading packets of Hula Hoops, he's browsing his social media.
I've never watched a video from TGE but reading the back and forth the last few pages you do come across as a bit of a weapon. If you don't want to watch them, don't. Can't be simpler than that surely. TGE puts a video out last Sunday, where he states in the video it’s Sunday AM. With no other date info provided (pre edit). Naturally people/lambs form the logical conclusion that it was shot that Sunday, and obvious confusion entails, not least about an identically spec’d Huracan.
So I come in here with a half serious / half trolling question, and the result is the last few pages.
People asking about the smoke ‘n mirrors, but I think for this thread to get back on topic, maybe best we let that slide (for now). I think I said already it was the ‘last straw’, and ever since I’ve had my mind made up about TGE. He’s more poserhead than pistonhead, is another problem I have. But whatever floats your boat, watch it.
As well as Vehicle Virgins, STG, Tavarish, I’m a fully paid member of the LoLo/MoMo squad, Tanner Fox, but the difference being, they don’t, like TGE, come into this thread umpteen times a day, or umpteen times into other vloggers YT comments section, with all the brown tongued lambs in tow, in a thinly disguised attempt at vulturing subscribers. Avoid TGE? You can’t, he’s everywhere. I think he must have his laptop open, on top of his snacks trolley, and in between off loading packets of Hula Hoops, he's browsing his social media.
Edited by Horsey McHorseface on Sunday 27th August 00:16
PGNSagaris said:
Or is it a sexual thing ?
Not for me, but I'm suspicious about his flock.TGETV said:
New watch video up. Best watch for <£2,000
More videos like this? Thoughts welcome
(Cue the abuse)
Yes please, very enjoyable. Can someone find me one of those for sub 1800 quid? More videos like this? Thoughts welcome
(Cue the abuse)
Currently watching: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/253114247337?ssPageName=...
johnwilliams77 said:
TGETV said:
New watch video up. Best watch for <£2,000
More videos like this? Thoughts welcome
(Cue the abuse)
Yes please, very enjoyable. Can someone find me one of those for sub 1800 quid? More videos like this? Thoughts welcome
(Cue the abuse)
Currently watching: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/253114247337?ssPageName=...
Tbh after watching Tom's video I actually learnt a few new things about the watch (including how to tell it apart from new version).
Looking forward to seeing more in the series.
Anyway, back to scams and cars etc
AyBee said:
Beefmeister said:
Ignoring the frankly terrible choice of font and design, is James investing in Motivational memes now? What a load of tosh.
Dream (about how you will spend your parents money)
Drive (cars bought with your parents money)
Discover (other ways to spend your parents money)
Obviously some on here have said about how he got it from his parents....Does anyone actually 100% know if thats true?
I appreciate the content put out by these youtubers, there is a good mix for everyone. I have no particular problem with the background some of them come from; my only issue is when they start talking about how they have financed the car and the risks involved and how scary it was (STG comes to mind, yet lets face it, there is zero chance his family would ever kick him to the kerb); or how anyone can do what they do (not really, not unless you have the support of family, living at home, funding etc, to dedicate the time needed to offer great content); or worse (coming from a humble background and building businesses from zero), talking about how they built a business from scratch! Perfect example from MrJWW's latest video with Sasha Prost about his 'clothing line', bless him, got to keep him busy some how.
Having said all that, if they put out quality content, and I don't doubt the hard work it entails (editing is a b*tch), I'll enjoy watching it, but I just don't like the preachy nature of some of them. It is very easy to make money when you have money.
PS - easy way to spot a privileged youtuber, wait for them to mention owning a 'lifestyle' brand
Having said all that, if they put out quality content, and I don't doubt the hard work it entails (editing is a b*tch), I'll enjoy watching it, but I just don't like the preachy nature of some of them. It is very easy to make money when you have money.
PS - easy way to spot a privileged youtuber, wait for them to mention owning a 'lifestyle' brand
Edited by md_ian on Tuesday 29th August 11:29
Long time lurker here. I see the discussion has heated up and taken a turn for the worse, however I'd like to express my appreciation for the youtubers on here. I genuinely enjoy most of their content, though I do watch selectively. Don't let the negative people on here sway you, I feel most people who like your content don't come on here, but those who don't, or have some sort of frustration tend to be more vocal. Stg, Jww, SoL, Tge, etc keep up the good work! I've learned quite a lot from their channels and soon enough I hope to join the exotic car owners clique. They are far better at conveying the feel/experience of an exotic car than run of the mill journalists who might not only be jaded with such cars, but also biased. Or at least if not better, the way the share their experience is closer to how I'd experience them, I can relate to their way of conveying the experience of a car.
For me as an average person who hasn't had much experience with such cars and who lives in a country with a very small market in this segment, I really do get a lot more out of their videos. For example their shared experiences have sparked my interest in cars/brands I didn't even consider before. Also because I live in a country with a small market for these cars there are very few people with stories/experiences/interests from whom I can learn new things or share experiences with. These guys fill that little void in my life and I for one am very happy they do what they do.
A bit disappointed by some reactions on here. I thought my country was filled with haters and negative people, seems people aren't that much different in western Europe either.
For me as an average person who hasn't had much experience with such cars and who lives in a country with a very small market in this segment, I really do get a lot more out of their videos. For example their shared experiences have sparked my interest in cars/brands I didn't even consider before. Also because I live in a country with a small market for these cars there are very few people with stories/experiences/interests from whom I can learn new things or share experiences with. These guys fill that little void in my life and I for one am very happy they do what they do.
A bit disappointed by some reactions on here. I thought my country was filled with haters and negative people, seems people aren't that much different in western Europe either.
Edited by emix on Tuesday 29th August 11:50
emix said:
Long time lurker here. I see the discussion has heated up and taken a turn for the worse, however I'd like to express my appreciation for the youtubers on here. I genuinely enjoy most of their content, though I do watch selectively. Don't let the negative people on here sway you, I feel most people who like your content don't come on here, but those who don't, or have some sort of frustration tend to be more vocal. Stg, Jww, SoL, Tge, etc keep up the good work! I've learned quite a lot from their channels and soon enough I hope to join the exotic car owners clique. They are far better at conveying the feel/experience of an exotic car than run of the mill journalists who might not only be jaded with such cars but also biased. Or at least if not better, the way the share their experience is close to how I'd experience them, I can relate to their way of conveying the experience of a car.
For me as an average person who hasn't had much experience with such cars and who lives in a country with a very small market in this segment, I really do get a lot more out of their videos. For example their shared experiences have sparked my interest in cars/brands I didn't even consider before. Also because I live in a country with a small market for these cars there very few people with stories/experiences/interests from whom I can learn new things or share experiences with. These guys fill that little void in my life and I for one am very happy they do what they do.
A bit disappointed by some reactions on here. I thought my country was filled with haters and negative people, seems people aren't that much different in western Europe either.
Gotta ask - what have you learnt?For me as an average person who hasn't had much experience with such cars and who lives in a country with a very small market in this segment, I really do get a lot more out of their videos. For example their shared experiences have sparked my interest in cars/brands I didn't even consider before. Also because I live in a country with a small market for these cars there very few people with stories/experiences/interests from whom I can learn new things or share experiences with. These guys fill that little void in my life and I for one am very happy they do what they do.
A bit disappointed by some reactions on here. I thought my country was filled with haters and negative people, seems people aren't that much different in western Europe either.
p1stonhead said:
Gotta ask - what have you 'learnt'?
All sorts, too many to count. 'Learned' is also acceptable afaik. Or perhaps you are far more knowledgeable than me and have more experience and ofc course you have nothing to learn or experience from their videos, but from my point of view they're worth watching. Edited by emix on Tuesday 29th August 11:56
TGETV said:
New watch video up. Best watch for <£2,000
More videos like this? Thoughts welcome
(Cue the abuse)
If honest, I don't have the sort of disposable income to allow me to spend £2k on a watch. Especially not when I have an old 3 series to maintain! Are watches like these financed? (Genuine question and not a dig as I know you finance cars) I assume they're just manly bracelets really? More videos like this? Thoughts welcome
(Cue the abuse)
emix said:
p1stonhead said:
Gotta ask - what have you 'learnt'?
All sorts, too many to count. 'Learned' is also acceptable afaik. I more meant what learned/learnt means in the traditional sense from education rather than learning you want to have a supercar. I cant see what you might learn from these videos other than realising you want to be rich to be honest.
e30m3Mark said:
TGETV said:
New watch video up. Best watch for <£2,000
More videos like this? Thoughts welcome
(Cue the abuse)
If honest, I don't have the sort of disposable income to allow me to spend £2k on a watch. Especially not when I have an old 3 series to maintain! Are watches like these financed? (Genuine question and not a dig as I know you finance cars) I assume they're just manly bracelets really? More videos like this? Thoughts welcome
(Cue the abuse)
jon- said:
e30m3Mark said:
TGETV said:
New watch video up. Best watch for <£2,000
More videos like this? Thoughts welcome
(Cue the abuse)
If honest, I don't have the sort of disposable income to allow me to spend £2k on a watch. Especially not when I have an old 3 series to maintain! Are watches like these financed? (Genuine question and not a dig as I know you finance cars) I assume they're just manly bracelets really? More videos like this? Thoughts welcome
(Cue the abuse)
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