11 BEST FIRST CARS (for people who like cars)

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  • čas přidán 16. 05. 2024
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    Everyone remembers their first car! It’s one of the most memorable automotive milestones. But if you’re a person who likes cars, picking the right first car is a big deal. Luckily, we’ve got ya covered. From sensible commuters to cars that will get your knuckles greasy, this is a list of 11 best first cars for car enthusiasts like you and me!
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  • @asiancajun0438
    @asiancajun0438 Před 2 lety +4951

    “You can definitely afford one of these” oh James… that was before the dark times

    • @The_only_true_god
      @The_only_true_god Před 2 lety +130

      I cannot agree even more

    • @lucastaylor3383
      @lucastaylor3383 Před 2 lety +82

      Before the empire

    • @quinncampbell2748
      @quinncampbell2748 Před 2 lety +189

      the trick is to act like its the 90s and not use the internet everyone on the internet jacks up the price because of the popularity

    • @edandan_0541
      @edandan_0541 Před 2 lety +93

      I’ve been trying to find one but these scammers are listing them for like 8k with 150k miles

    • @ghost-1621
      @ghost-1621 Před 2 lety +15

      @@edandan_0541 the only one in my area is 20k, from 1990

  • @elgsquilliam
    @elgsquilliam Před 3 lety +17498

    I feel like he's drunk in this, and I don't mind.

    • @daviddavis1322
      @daviddavis1322 Před 3 lety +770

      Seems more like a dusting of speed and a lack of sleep.

    • @rockerjakerful
      @rockerjakerful Před 3 lety +372

      Im gonna have to totally agree 100% lolol defenitly seems drunk...

    • @bypanda9915
      @bypanda9915 Před 3 lety +306

      He looks so sad but he did his work

    • @christophermorin9036
      @christophermorin9036 Před 3 lety +279

      Nah man, he wasn't drunk. This is PURE ADHD.

    • @dreroberts728
      @dreroberts728 Před 3 lety +66

      Dude I swear I was thinking he was drunk too 🤣

  • @bryanmann2408
    @bryanmann2408 Před 2 lety +1605

    I watched this video at the age of 15, when it released, and it sparked an obsession in me with the c4 corvette. One year later, commenting on this video I am the proud owner of a 1994 c4 corvette with the manual transmission. Dreams can come true guys, all it takes is a bunch of hard work and diligent saving!

    • @Zeldadudemark3
      @Zeldadudemark3 Před rokem +106

      "At the age of 15" lol you aren't that old yet bud, this video came out 2 years ago lmao

    • @guilhermegoldman
      @guilhermegoldman Před rokem +61

      Wtf? Saving drug money?
      I saved for 7 years and took a loan that took me just till last january to pay off for buying a 1980 chevette!

    • @evan12v
      @evan12v Před rokem +25

      Hell ya boi I worked my ass at a pizza shop and own a 92 yellow manual vette !

    • @ohnaw223
      @ohnaw223 Před rokem +106

      @@Zeldadudemark3 he never said he was old. In america you drive alone at 16.

    • @Dan.r.la420
      @Dan.r.la420 Před rokem +19

      Same thing with me. I’ve had my 95 corvette 6speed for a year now (I’m 18) I love it but I don’t love looking on the 10 year old forums or trying to fit into tight spaces in the engine bay. But it’s worth it when you get to rip it around

  • @ericli6027
    @ericli6027 Před 2 lety +357

    The 350Z is my first car and I'm still driving it today. Great car, fun to drive and it never got to be repaired. Not even once. I'm very impressed.

    • @OGPea
      @OGPea Před 2 lety +3

      Does it snow where you live by chance? I live in the Midwest and would love to get a 350z but it would be my daily and we do get some snow out here.

    • @ericli6027
      @ericli6027 Před 2 lety +3

      @@OGPea I live in Oklahoma, so not a lot of snow. But when theres freezing rain its a nightmare

    • @aliyahharnage6923
      @aliyahharnage6923 Před 2 lety +3

      Is your 350z Manual or automatic? Not auto shaming here, I am just curious. I typically only drive manual just because it means fewer trips to the shop, but that's not always accurate.

    • @malachilatroy
      @malachilatroy Před 2 lety

      @@aliyahharnage6923 manual is more fun znd practical but can i get your social?

    • @Rspsand07
      @Rspsand07 Před 2 lety

      @@OGPea I drive a 1999 Mustang GT, my dad's been driving a 2001 Mustang GT since 2001, we live in Canada. Deep snow, slush, ice, black ice, rivers when it melts, etc. Never drove a 350z, but you can drive anything in snow. I got a boy who drives an NA miata year-round. The only thing is if they salt the roads it'll obviously eat away at your car. I have 2 New Edge's and thinking about getting a third, because I'd like to keep one my entire life and that's not possible driving year-round in Canada, so I keep one stored.

  • @sweeler3216
    @sweeler3216 Před 3 lety +1912

    James looks like he’s simultaneously trying not to throw up and trying not to cry for half the video

    • @falloutplayer120
      @falloutplayer120 Před 3 lety +118

      He seems sad, I hope everything is well for him

    • @stianlarsson6625
      @stianlarsson6625 Před 3 lety +59

      I feel he is just not on coke anymore.

    • @yiff
      @yiff Před 3 lety +16

      You would too if you saw beardless James
      (I don't think anything is happening, but if there is anything happening I hope it gets better soon)

    • @Inferno45
      @Inferno45 Před 3 lety +8

      Stian Larsson Where did you get that info from?? Who ever said he was on COKE??

    • @Lexx1976
      @Lexx1976 Před 3 lety +3

      I hope he is doing well

  • @thomassmith3131
    @thomassmith3131 Před 3 lety +611

    My stepsister has one of those microphones but it makes a cool vibrating sound

  • @RGT85
    @RGT85 Před rokem +177

    When I was a senior in High School back in 2003, my Dad got a new Lincoln LS that had a factory 8 inch subwoofer in that. I used to take it when he was outta town and RAG that V8 out. Caught air in it once. lol

    • @salty6k283
      @salty6k283 Před rokem +7

      bought a 06 LS, Loved that car until some drunk lady tboned me lmaoo miss it everyday man

    • @k.b.tidwell
      @k.b.tidwell Před rokem

      To me they always looked like an American BMW.

  • @TB-wi5dn
    @TB-wi5dn Před rokem +57

    I was expecting something like this. And then my dad handed me the keys to his z71 2011 suburban with every comfort and appearance upgrade they offer. Still so grateful, I dont care that I get 11mpg feels like a driving couch and I can haul my friends and a few hobos we pick up along the way as well as all the luggage. Also, I know for a fact, if I ever do get into a crash, I'm not the one getting hurt

    • @pe-peron8441
      @pe-peron8441 Před rokem

      I know Americans are not very familiar with the car cult of old Europe, but driving an ocean liner as your first car is torture. If you want to get around comfortably with a few friends and be safe, take the train. Cars are made to feel the adrenaline as you drive on the limit and risk crashing, but that's the beauty of it, and that's the only reason why you do it. Get an old Yaris or some other wreck instead: you spend a lot less, pollute a lot less and have a lot more fun
      Edit.: I would also add that the Suburban is likely to be petrol-powered, which is a crime against humanity for vehicles of this kind: they are made to be propelled by a diesel engine, so that you can at least feel the power of the turbocharger; and the automatic gearbox is another thing that should never exist in a first car, but I know Americans do not particularly like automatic or sequential gearboxes

    • @kajaai8658
      @kajaai8658 Před rokem

      @@pe-peron8441 shut up no one asked

    • @pe-peron8441
      @pe-peron8441 Před rokem

      @@kajaai8658 Maggots shouldn't be allowed to talk

    • @nathanbedfordforrest9546
      @nathanbedfordforrest9546 Před rokem +5

      @@pe-peron8441 We can tell you are European because most Europeans don’t understand that the US has little to no transportation except in a few big cities. We all have to drive everywhere.

    • @jameskazd9951
      @jameskazd9951 Před rokem +1

      @@pe-peron8441 typical europoor not knowing anything of US transportation.

  • @user-qz4bn2ui5t
    @user-qz4bn2ui5t Před 3 lety +4028

    “You were probably thinking that I was gonna hit you up with an STI”
    No thanks James. You could at least buy me a drink first.

    • @rhettwilkerson1828
      @rhettwilkerson1828 Před 3 lety +26

      🤣🤣🤣

    • @user-qz4bn2ui5t
      @user-qz4bn2ui5t Před 3 lety +3

      @Hunter Gaming I’m happy for you bro but I don’t know nearly enough about cars to help you out 😂 good luck tho my g

    • @therealnoofle5330
      @therealnoofle5330 Před 3 lety +5

      I'm so glad I'm not the only one who thought of this XDDDD

    • @ebrgenetik1306
      @ebrgenetik1306 Před 2 lety +3

      You will not get the drink Kimi

    • @kiryukazuma2158
      @kiryukazuma2158 Před 2 lety +2

      i dont get the joke....am i being hard headed???

  • @zound8156
    @zound8156 Před 3 lety +701

    James looks like he’s trying not to cry the whole time

    • @sofloflow
      @sofloflow Před 3 lety +28

      Glad I'm not the only one who noticed!

    • @Stretch_Buckets
      @Stretch_Buckets Před 3 lety +20

      Yeah seems like he’s been goin through it lately you seen the Fitment industries interview with him? Someone needa check up on bro

    • @jerryyeaaah15
      @jerryyeaaah15 Před 3 lety

      yeah what happened

    • @SaltyMedia801
      @SaltyMedia801 Před 3 lety +30

      I would be holding back tears to if I Shaved a beard with such power!

    • @samjazz819
      @samjazz819 Před 3 lety +4

      Something is definitely different

  • @BotPrownie
    @BotPrownie Před rokem +35

    My first car was a 95 sn95 with the 5.0. I but bigger cams, headers, intake, coil packs, MSD distributor, straight pipe with a single car out through the drive and passenger front wheels. Made just about 400 hp and was the best car I have ever owned

    • @jayjayrecordz
      @jayjayrecordz Před 7 měsíci

      I got mine, a faded red 1994 5.0 5spd, it got broken into and I lost interest in it, I should probably try to get back into it

  • @doorless244
    @doorless244 Před 2 lety +38

    Without knowing it this video picked out my exact first car: a 2004 330ci. And yes, it lives up to all expectations. Highly recommend and thank you Donut for aligning the stars to make my first car my favorite car

  • @fierfighter
    @fierfighter Před 3 lety +1736

    when he said F̸̢̦̪̦̯̼̎͂̈́̅̍͗̽̂̋̄̿͛̔̍Ơ̶̫͚͈͎͈̪͆̓̉̍̂̆̇͊̐́̐̕͝O̴̪̳̦̪̦̻͌͗̌̍͗͑͂̓̃̆̒͒̚̚͝Ǫ̸̧̡̙̗̮͔̜̝̬̼̮̣̱̉̒̈́͋͝O̵̢̢̙̙̭͔̬̘̹͚̜͓̤̫̲̓̽͒Ȏ̴̧̡͙̠̖̳͓͉̪̞̖͐O̴̧͎͍̥̞͉̠̙̫̠͍̺̓̌͆́͑͂̉̊́̽̓̔̅̋͜Ř̵̖͖̞̣̘̩̳̝̘͎̇̄̾̽̈́͛̒̈́͛͌̈́̑̾͘Ḑ̷̦̥͙͔͍̅ ̷̨̛̮̖̼̉̆͛̂͑̎́̇̀͛͑͘͜͝R̴̪̲̬̩͓͚̹̹̠̖̬̩̟͑͊́͌͠Â̵̛͖̠̝̮̝͉̟͖̘̭͖͛̏͛͂̋̉̎̊̕͜ͅN̸̗͈͐̅̀͛̏̑̀̈́̇̄̽̑͘̚͝G̵̱̲̰͚̺̠̹͚̰̓͊̒̈́͆͊R̴̡̳̪̯̲̖̳̈́̂̆̈́̇R̷͓͙̦͕͎̱̹̻̯̠͔̱̲̿̌́R̷̺̺̪͉͖̳̫̦̥̃̍̍͆́̉̓̆͆
    i felt that.

  • @MiloWildfire
    @MiloWildfire Před 3 lety +1934

    While everyone is whining about his beard, Ima ask serious question: Where did yellow progress bar duning the add go?

    • @Aupexx
      @Aupexx Před 3 lety +167

      I guess they noticed it was too easy to skip the ads and sponsors probably didnt like that

    • @SneakyAtom
      @SneakyAtom Před 3 lety +29

      @@Aupexx lol yeah

    • @TrickiVicBB71
      @TrickiVicBB71 Před 3 lety +16

      I was annoyed to. Wondering where it went.

    • @SuperSilvi1990
      @SuperSilvi1990 Před 3 lety +112

      They... shaved it....

    • @GermanKerman
      @GermanKerman Před 3 lety +11

      Where did your English go during the last sentence?

  • @BaconEater666
    @BaconEater666 Před rokem +13

    I started driving first car (a 2003 civic si) a bit over a year ago, and I absolutely love it. Sure everything that you'll ever need to fix is all crammed into a very small space, but repairs are few and far between. Also vtec

  • @darren9752
    @darren9752 Před 2 lety +18

    I got my GT86 a few days ago. Very happy with it. Reliable fun at reasonable speeds with cheap tyres and brakes. Also great fuel economy for a sports car, not to mention the fantastic looks and massive aftermarket. Highly recommended 10/10 would buy again.
    I know they can be a bit pricey for a first car but if you can afford it, you can't go wrong with a BRZ or a 86

  • @kid4375
    @kid4375 Před 3 lety +424

    We love you homeboy, if you need a break take it man, we can tell you’re going through it, n that’s okay most of us are rightnow, go get yourself right my guy

    • @bram1659
      @bram1659 Před 3 lety +5

      ✊🙏

    • @itsdokko2990
      @itsdokko2990 Před 3 lety +2

      amen to that.
      I luv you, big boi

    • @ianeubanks714
      @ianeubanks714 Před 3 lety +2

      Please dude.

    • @elixer4583
      @elixer4583 Před 3 lety +2

      I really think he should take a break

    • @kr4t0sg.28
      @kr4t0sg.28 Před 3 lety +1

      How come? Is he going through personal problems? Im just asking.

  • @Fish-kz8xw
    @Fish-kz8xw Před 3 lety +1259

    "James shave his beard"
    Everyone: we never met this man before

  • @LS430_3uz
    @LS430_3uz Před rokem +18

    As an sn95 owner, I SAY THAT ITS GREAT FIRST CAR!!! It has its weird quirks like the gas kill switch in the trunk, the HEAVY ass clutch (compared to bmws, MB, etc) and etc. The car is pretty slow but it’s pretty easy to make orettt fast !! It also does burnouts and drifts very very easily too!

    • @Fin3rain
      @Fin3rain Před rokem

      a lot of cars have the inertia/kill switch in the trunk

  • @monkeeyboy0499
    @monkeeyboy0499 Před 2 lety +1

    Just started driving my dad's old 99 Jetta VR6 after getting my license, we did a bunch of work to get it running and I love it

  • @ajangalbo
    @ajangalbo Před 3 lety +277

    I can't focus looking at James, i feel like he's about to cry and I'm about to feel sorry for him

    • @Orney
      @Orney Před 3 lety +4

      I would be about to cry if I looked like that too

    • @MrNativepride123
      @MrNativepride123 Před 3 lety +4

      He’s just drunk

    • @martimalvesdelima6536
      @martimalvesdelima6536 Před 3 lety +1

      @@MrNativepride123 ⊙⊙ It is a possibility...(LOL) fuck getting real... He reminds me a CHRIS FARLEY of the car "universe" ♡♡

    • @aravioli4203
      @aravioli4203 Před 3 lety +4

      Orney don’t be mean

    • @ajangalbo
      @ajangalbo Před 3 lety +1

      Maybe because of his cleaned not-so-baby face, compliments his "about to weep" look

  • @hadrabak2171
    @hadrabak2171 Před 3 lety +4802

    Therapist: James without beard isn't real, he can't hurt you.
    James without beard:

    • @famicomnintendo
      @famicomnintendo Před 3 lety +8

      🤣🤣😂

    • @gram.
      @gram. Před 3 lety +8

      @Flat knees Playz Its free real estate laughs in noises go brr so you have chosen death im boutta end this mans whole career durrrrrr maymay coommintz r fun.e

    • @famicomnintendo
      @famicomnintendo Před 3 lety +2

      @Hunter Gaming these are very different cars. If it's your first car go for the civic

    • @famicomnintendo
      @famicomnintendo Před 3 lety +1

      @Hunter Gaming i love that car but it's 22 years old and is the most frequently stolen véhicule. I would go with a 2005 si, if you are on a budget. You'll get more hp and more room in the rear seats

    • @famicomnintendo
      @famicomnintendo Před 3 lety +1

      @Hunter Gaming 2007 honda accord ex-l

  • @etr7775
    @etr7775 Před rokem +2

    I didn't have a car till I was 19. I had saved up a tiny bit of money but I spent it on a guitar and amp, because my buddy had a 70 Chevelle for his first car. I would rather sit as a passenger in his car than most cars I could afford. I did finally get a 1996 Dodge Intrepid (3.0 V6). Had it for about 8 years, it was pretty fun (for me), but I don't recommend anyone own one longer than 4 years, because the suspension goes to trash and replacing it will cost about half what the car is worth.

  • @GunDomiGameplay
    @GunDomiGameplay Před 3 lety +630

    Sounds like James was nearly crying, I hope he is okay! He made me smile when I was down and I don't wanna lose him now

  • @nacho8701
    @nacho8701 Před 3 lety +372

    Shaved James gives me a feeling that doesn’t exist

    • @kratokat3431
      @kratokat3431 Před 3 lety +17

      "Mom I want James"
      "We already have James at home"
      James at home:

  • @BenRester
    @BenRester Před rokem +2

    My first was a 04 ford ranger 5-speed! Loved that truck! So tough and reliable!!!

  • @simeonbrown1450
    @simeonbrown1450 Před 2 lety +8

    Need another version of this for 2022 👌🏾🔥💯

  • @michael-qb7ey
    @michael-qb7ey Před 3 lety +724

    I hope that James is okay and that he will get better if something is wrong

    • @cro4194
      @cro4194 Před 3 lety +7

      why?

    • @cro4194
      @cro4194 Před 3 lety +8

      nvm

    • @purehardstyles
      @purehardstyles Před 3 lety +53

      He had a heart attack recently. Happy he’s back!

    • @jonathandavis7048
      @jonathandavis7048 Před 3 lety +45

      Nah he’s been trying to lose weight and from what we’re seeing it’s going well. His weight and health was the cause for his heart attack

    • @RubyXIII
      @RubyXIII Před 3 lety +4

      Jonathan Davis oh my i can’t believe i didn’t know that is he doing okay

  • @tubbychaser1232
    @tubbychaser1232 Před 3 lety +224

    Why does james sound like he’s about to burst out in tears every second of this video

    • @99thpeanut59
      @99thpeanut59 Před 3 lety +30

      He’s literally drunk idk why nobody realizes it... nothing serious.

    • @kevinkinsley2019
      @kevinkinsley2019 Před 3 lety +7

      @@99thpeanut59 either that or he took a bar or something but regardless he just still seems off

    • @HDBD10
      @HDBD10 Před 3 lety +1

      @@99thpeanut59 Why isn't his face all red

    • @rimuru8071
      @rimuru8071 Před 3 lety

      Lol

    • @douglasjackson295
      @douglasjackson295 Před 3 lety

      Beard

  • @bluciferjames2136
    @bluciferjames2136 Před 2 lety +1

    I’ve been waiting sooooo long for them to talk about the ford ranger! I’m so glad to see my first and current vehicle on here!

  • @Atomdrift
    @Atomdrift Před 2 lety +2

    Amen to the Volvo! My first car was a 1984 Volvo 760 and I swapped a 1989 Mustang 302 into it and ran it for 10 years. The Dana 44 rear end handled it like a champ.

  • @PizzaParkersGarage
    @PizzaParkersGarage Před 3 lety +1598

    Guys isn't it obvious? He's a little emotional because he just finished filming the Up To Speed Episode on his dad!
    Jokes aside I hope everything is ok bro. We love you. If something is going on in your life you don't have to keep filming. Take some time for yourself!

    • @PizzaParkersGarage
      @PizzaParkersGarage Před 3 lety +9

      @Federal Bureau of Investigation Eyyy, nice of you to swing back in

    • @PizzaParkersGarage
      @PizzaParkersGarage Před 3 lety +9

      @Federal Bureau of Investigation Oh it's goin. Doing some editing today! How's things on your end? Getting any investigations done?

    • @patriksonntag5273
      @patriksonntag5273 Před 3 lety +2

      How do you know that?

    • @TheCompyshop
      @TheCompyshop Před 3 lety +6

      @Federal Bureau of Investigation are you also playing Pizza Parker bingo like I am? found him on a couple of other channels too lol

    • @TheCompyshop
      @TheCompyshop Před 3 lety +6

      @Federal Bureau of Investigation so far Doug Demuro, Car Throttle, and here on Donut

  • @stevenisaacs4677
    @stevenisaacs4677 Před 3 lety +594

    I feel like he is trying to burp and cry throughout the whole video

    • @milkgod8048
      @milkgod8048 Před 3 lety

      Why do I agree lol😂😂😂

    • @nahrafe
      @nahrafe Před 3 lety

      Hi, same pfp

    • @Eidrian111
      @Eidrian111 Před 3 lety

      Well he does cry an awful lot in his videos so you aren’t wrong.

    • @pyrogaming2500
      @pyrogaming2500 Před 3 lety

      Yes he is cause he’s drunk af

  • @cannabliss6341
    @cannabliss6341 Před 11 měsíci +1

    When I was getting my first car I settled with a chevy cobalt 5speed manual and I love it

  • @fil3848
    @fil3848 Před 3 lety +3539

    there’s no chance this guy isn’t drunk when recording this

    • @JaySavaage630
      @JaySavaage630 Před 3 lety +8

      totes agree fil

    • @bingobongo1474
      @bingobongo1474 Před 3 lety +96

      As someone with adhd people think I’m drunk all the time I think he has adhd and didn’t get sleep

    • @yallugly4317
      @yallugly4317 Před 3 lety +64

      @@bingobongo1474 It's a character he plays. In older videos* he didn't have all this enthusiasm

    • @hectorperez2896
      @hectorperez2896 Před 3 lety +3

      Sober

    • @wrathbones
      @wrathbones Před 3 lety +28

      coke, its called coke

  • @lowkeyred9467
    @lowkeyred9467 Před 3 lety +468

    Everyone’s asking about his beard but has anyone asked about him. He seems different, like somethings wrong. You good James?

    • @user-de4cq6uk6l
      @user-de4cq6uk6l Před 3 lety +2

      I think it’s just for humor purposes

    • @SaltyMedia801
      @SaltyMedia801 Před 3 lety +32

      No he's not good at all......He shaved his beard!

    • @martintotev4508
      @martintotev4508 Před 3 lety +3

      Check his insta

    • @Erik-je8wu
      @Erik-je8wu Před 3 lety

      Martin Totev I did there’s nothing?

    • @mirel38
      @mirel38 Před 3 lety

      @@martintotev4508 checked this insta, what did I miss???

  • @calebflora9304
    @calebflora9304 Před rokem +4

    I’m proud to boast that my first car was a 1988 Corvette, baby.
    Also managed to buy a 2002 WRX wagon that same week.
    …I had been saving up for a while. Really proud of my determination, got to experience two vastly different driving styles and eras at a young age.

  • @alexl9334
    @alexl9334 Před 2 lety +4

    C4 corvette was my first car. I fixed it up, 6spd manual for 5k. Convertible, green and was is still fast. I now own another. I will always remember the first day i tamed that car.

  • @andreanp3816
    @andreanp3816 Před 3 lety +330

    Therapist: Shaved James isn't real, he can't hurt you.
    Shaved James:

    • @Apple-om5mr
      @Apple-om5mr Před 3 lety +1

      mua ha ha

    • @wasd9277
      @wasd9277 Před 3 lety +2

      My first car was a Black 2013 Suziki Swift Sport. Was deam fun in corners. And you had to work the gears to go fast. Fun gokart. And cheep to maintain.

    • @cato8767
      @cato8767 Před 3 lety

      I'm almost positive he is beyond tired of these shaved James comments lol. 99 percent of them are about his beard and 1 maybe actually about the video.

  • @shubhamsurya007
    @shubhamsurya007 Před 3 lety +305

    James doesn't look like Every other James we have seen, Hope everything is alright 🙏

    • @SolidRake
      @SolidRake Před 3 lety +25

      Yea he seems uncomfortable in this clip...

    • @jesse3220
      @jesse3220 Před 3 lety +3

      @@SolidRake fr

    • @johnathonfontenot8187
      @johnathonfontenot8187 Před 3 lety +35

      He had a couple heart attacks the most recent being in December. He had a life saving operation. Seems like the medication is making him off. He said he’s turning his life around for the better. You got this James.

    • @SolidRake
      @SolidRake Před 3 lety +11

      @@johnathonfontenot8187 yup that'll do it.... Hope he stays healthy, I'd rather not have to listen to Nolan every episode 😂

    • @Andrey23ist
      @Andrey23ist Před 3 lety +9

      I Just hope everything is going ok with him. He did seem really off during this episode! Keep it up James u got this brother!

  • @Zaden6661
    @Zaden6661 Před rokem +13

    Well here we are, been watching for a few years now and boys, it happened, I bought my first car, it’s a 1988 Toyota supra. It’s an automatic and is n/a but for what I paid for was definitely worth it. Obviously it’s not the smartest choice of a first car I know that already. I just wanted to say thank you donut for getting me in to cars this wouldn’t of happened without you guys.

    • @SirPlusOfCamelot
      @SirPlusOfCamelot Před rokem

      If I were you, I would just go with something else, bud.

    • @liability443
      @liability443 Před rokem +4

      @@SirPlusOfCamelot Let the man enjoy himself,

    • @SirPlusOfCamelot
      @SirPlusOfCamelot Před rokem

      @@liability443 Hard to enjoy yourself with an autotragic.

    • @ians5245
      @ians5245 Před rokem

      Ohhhhhh, did I want one of these back in the day! Wait, I still want one. My 2nd car was I think probably the closest analog of the time, an 85' 300ZX (bought around '96), first car being an 85' Honda CR-X, oh yes, Si (both manual). I would have traded the Z for a Supra in a second though. It is a bit too bad that it's an auto, but you can still have fun with it, and it's still a cool ass car. I say well done son.

    • @Zaden6661
      @Zaden6661 Před rokem

      @@ians5245 I live in the Seattle area so getting a manual would of been a death sentence

  • @omarleon08
    @omarleon08 Před rokem

    Glad to see my first car in the list. It was an E46 but the best one I could find was a 316ci. We had really good times together.

  • @bsimard227
    @bsimard227 Před 3 lety +612

    James sells eBay like a boss. Only ad I won’t skip through, so funny man.

  • @julianholm7531
    @julianholm7531 Před 3 lety +299

    James looks like he’s about to cry throughout the video
    Are you ok James?

    • @JovanHilmansyah
      @JovanHilmansyah Před 3 lety +21

      I've been searching for this comment...

    • @41KyleSmith
      @41KyleSmith Před 3 lety +24

      He's in mourning for his beard

    • @pauljoseph1004
      @pauljoseph1004 Před 3 lety

      been scrolling through the comment section looking for something like this/

  • @jeffrichards1537
    @jeffrichards1537 Před rokem +2

    My buddy bought a 1986 iron camero. Its vin says it has a V6. But original owner put an LT1 in it. What a beast.

  • @mattpoulter3836
    @mattpoulter3836 Před 10 měsíci +1

    My first car was a 94 accord... totaled it twice and it still ran great. Love that car..

  • @_zr0
    @_zr0 Před 3 lety +262

    Would love to see “Best 2nd car”. Aka, you’re out of highschool; college student but you got a bit more cash in your piggy bank. Looking for a fun car that’s a bit more modern in safety and practical but still is a speedy boi

  • @scotchbonnetfk8
    @scotchbonnetfk8 Před 3 lety +167

    James: "Don't get an Integra it'll definitely get stolen"
    Me: *looks through window* "yup still there"

    • @artoodiitoo
      @artoodiitoo Před 3 lety +13

      ...you probably look out the window to see if it´s there all the time, like I do.
      Still not stolen, phew : D

    • @pointbreak24
      @pointbreak24 Před 3 lety

      Cool! U have an integra!!!!

    • @THEPIGCAVE
      @THEPIGCAVE Před 3 lety +1

      don’t make me nervous like that👀

    • @seabreez2421
      @seabreez2421 Před 3 lety +1

      Lol I always wake up and check if my GSR Integra is still there. 😌 shes a real beauty.

    • @moisesezequielgutierrez
      @moisesezequielgutierrez Před 3 lety +2

      Don't worry. The Manual Transmission will keep your Car away from thieves
      *(Dead joke but I DON'T care)*

  • @feldmuis
    @feldmuis Před 2 lety

    First car 92 Del sol here about to get 93 one soon.
    Love it so much :3

  • @tjc8798
    @tjc8798 Před rokem

    my parent had bought me an accord as my first car and i have to say that it isnt fast but you can still have fun with it. I got it before I was into cars but as soon as i started driving, i realized that I have a passion for it. Not only that but if you know how to drive it well then some people would think you have a turbo even though its stock.

  • @daniesalex7073
    @daniesalex7073 Před 3 lety +538

    Why does James sound like he is afraid of something or is about to cry ,what happened?

    • @Faeyii
      @Faeyii Před 3 lety +91

      he shaved

    • @tyliogghio4741
      @tyliogghio4741 Před 3 lety +40

      James is fucking killing it right now okay? Don’t try to slow him down with the “oh I’m worried for you baby” bullshit. James, if you can hear me.. I love you

    • @jamesglacken6170
      @jamesglacken6170 Před 3 lety +27

      i see it to somthing aint right

    • @dedasdude
      @dedasdude Před 3 lety +3

      He almost died.

    • @jolteoonalt
      @jolteoonalt Před 3 lety +5

      @@tyliogghio4741 he's killing it but he looks f'd up while doing it

  • @logankavanagh3588
    @logankavanagh3588 Před 3 lety +2282

    Shaved James makes me uncomfortable

  • @Ferterpeep
    @Ferterpeep Před 2 lety +3

    can confirm that c4's are cheap and lots of fun, bought one for 3200 when I was 16 and I still have it. Love it to death.

  • @enriquecastillo4541
    @enriquecastillo4541 Před 2 lety +1

    i bought a 2001 accord 3 weeks ago, funny to see this list today :)

  • @B0F
    @B0F Před 3 lety +316

    James you seem to be malfunctioning without the beard, everything ok?

  • @tapiajose8419
    @tapiajose8419 Před 3 lety +1206

    Am I gonna buy this $45,000 AE86? No. Three weeks later: “I bought an AE86”

    • @TehClassifiedEagle
      @TehClassifiedEagle Před 3 lety +15

      Was it really 45k?

    • @Ispeedymg
      @Ispeedymg Před 3 lety +22

      UR84N my new BRZ was $26 G’s. If your 86 cost 45 bones you got royally screwed my sweet lord.

    • @TehClassifiedEagle
      @TehClassifiedEagle Před 3 lety +1

      Ispeedymg yeah that’s a lot lol.

    • @wiiuboy6194
      @wiiuboy6194 Před 3 lety +18

      @@TehClassifiedEagle I bet a pristine AE86 with low mileage could probably go for like 40k to 50k. you'd be surprised how much people will pay for one

    • @MicahBurginGTVPO
      @MicahBurginGTVPO Před 3 lety +18

      @@Ispeedymg uhh, not the the 86 that's new. The one that's from 1986. And is a corolla.

  • @boss0521
    @boss0521 Před rokem +2

    I got a convertible 94 mustang gt for my first car and I have been loving it.

  • @yogurtjr979
    @yogurtjr979 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I got a 85 vette earlier this summer I’m so happy I got it it’s a blast to drive

  • @omarsahibzada5117
    @omarsahibzada5117 Před 3 lety +2172

    Honestly looking into a c4. Parents are okay with literally anything if it has airbags. So anything after 85’ lol 😂

    • @GameToxin
      @GameToxin Před 3 lety +55

      Get a 04 c5

    • @sebastianbach8160
      @sebastianbach8160 Před 3 lety +5

      Dude same

    • @spinnmotion9704
      @spinnmotion9704 Před 3 lety +92

      Don’t forget about insurance on a c4 if it’s your first car after you get your license insurance can be up to 400-500$ a month

    • @CaptainFALKEN
      @CaptainFALKEN Před 3 lety +20

      C5 vette, 1997-2004.
      Around 9k+.
      C4s are just like 3rd gen Camaros. It's obvious to just not buy those. Very ugly and weak

    • @CaptainFALKEN
      @CaptainFALKEN Před 3 lety +64

      @@spinnmotion9704 Not true. Title would only say "1996 Chevrolet". Old car. Cheap insurance. Insurance companies don't really charge based on what it is if it's old.
      If you tell them how much you paid or the miles, then you messed up.
      If you're making payments, you basically have no choice but to pay full coverage. Most of the time, it's required.
      When you're getting insurance on an old car say like a 79 Camaro ("1979 Chevrolet"), just be like "yehh It works sometimes. It's a real beater. Just gonna drive it locally down to barber every couple weeks."
      On my '68 Pontiac which wasn't even running yet, I told them how much I paid for it and the miles were 38,000, and they were charging me over 300 a month and it wasn't even full coverage. Big mistake.

  • @whois_5t3v3
    @whois_5t3v3 Před rokem +1

    This is the video that put me on to Donut Media a year ago and is also the video that I rediscovered my love for cars
    Thank you @donutmedia 💯🔥

  • @colinzucchi9558
    @colinzucchi9558 Před 3 lety +391

    Insurance companies:
    *I'm going to end this video's whole career*

    • @SataniaMcDowel
      @SataniaMcDowel Před 3 lety +2

      Accurate XD !

    • @lugzysegal7846
      @lugzysegal7846 Před 3 lety +1

      That part

    • @vashusan1984
      @vashusan1984 Před 3 lety +2

      Underrated comment.

    • @idkconner
      @idkconner Před 3 lety +2

      a 98 c5 for me at 17 is cheaper than the 96 that i have currently

    • @cozmicgamer200
      @cozmicgamer200 Před 3 lety +2

      I got a c4 corvette and its cheap to insure because its antique and still has airbags

  • @crryder44
    @crryder44 Před 9 dny

    I currently have an 08 mazda3 hatch 2.3 5spd. And and 06 TL 6spd. I love them both. Very practical and fun to drive. Reliable and cheap to own. Both great first cars.

  • @mantiswind
    @mantiswind Před 2 lety +1

    I had an 84 accord hatchback as my first car, it was awesome!

  • @justinbrakke7574
    @justinbrakke7574 Před 3 lety +207

    I felt “what my mom used to drive” on a spiritual level

    • @themanguy2110
      @themanguy2110 Před 3 lety +1

      My mom used to drive a 240SX but it sadly got wrecked on a fateful rainy day

    • @issuesexplained681
      @issuesexplained681 Před 3 lety

      I’m getting a 2004 Ford Explorer v6 😂

    • @harrimat100
      @harrimat100 Před 3 lety

      So, sports car? My mom mostly had sports cars/motor cycles. Except those 3 Jeeps and Dakota that she had.

    • @B0F
      @B0F Před 3 lety

      @Freezy Lizard bit weird m8

  • @sniperkaboom4799
    @sniperkaboom4799 Před 3 lety +220

    “Julius Caesar’s favorite wheels..... salad shooters” haven’t heard a joke that made me laugh out loud like that in a while

  • @joegon6278
    @joegon6278 Před rokem +1

    Had a 75 accord for my first car back in 1995 and that thing had 300k miles on it when I sold it to a guy down the street. He used it to get back and forth to the local steel mill. He put another 60k on it before the engine quit on it, the floor boards had pretty much rusted through at that point, but the engine was a beast that would not die.

  • @reevesmagoo7738
    @reevesmagoo7738 Před rokem +1

    I'd never really consider myself much of a car guy. Regardless, I love all the Donut Media videos and it certainly is a great time to experience people's passion for cars. As for first cars my family got me a 1997 Ford Thunderbird as my first. In fact, I still own it and drive it. I haven't a single idea if it's a good car, but my goodness do I absolutely love it. May be in that same vein as the Mustang.

  • @_oe_o_e_
    @_oe_o_e_ Před 3 lety +105

    So, according to Donut, the best first car:
    1. Is the one that starts
    2. Doesnt get stolen

  • @blakecaldwell8823
    @blakecaldwell8823 Před 3 lety +515

    Is James like hung over or something he seems a little off

  • @Hyndsy
    @Hyndsy Před 4 měsíci +1

    As a e46 owner (although i have a 325ci) I cannot stress enough how fun they are to drive, just make sure your subframe mounts are in check and make sure you do a cooling system overhaul and it'll take anything you throw at it

    • @brendanngin9939
      @brendanngin9939 Před 2 měsíci

      I just recently got one , I already know I want another or an m3 e46

  • @katasumi5439
    @katasumi5439 Před rokem +1

    My current vehicle, also being my first one. Is a 2007 ranger and I love messing around and working on it

  • @extinctriven3113
    @extinctriven3113 Před 11 měsíci

    My dad also drives a volvo 240, planning to pass it onto me, ive grown up in that car and i love it so much, glad to see it on the list 🥹

  • @navicapolia1
    @navicapolia1 Před 3 lety +103

    the beard was keeping James's mind in order.

  • @rezohn_ss3201
    @rezohn_ss3201 Před 3 lety +240

    Is it just me or does James look like he’s trying not to cry all the time.

  • @fellixjs4839
    @fellixjs4839 Před 2 lety +1

    The 2003 Ford Falcon BA XT with the NA 3 Litre Straight 6 Barra was my first and it still slaps :D

  • @abdulelahkaryem198
    @abdulelahkaryem198 Před rokem

    hey man when u said my dad used to drive this u sounded like your going to cry, bro im sorry for ur loss and i love you so much bro

  • @TheDonkDonk420
    @TheDonkDonk420 Před 3 lety +183

    Whoaaaaa clean shaven James?? This is new... maybe a “d-list” on hair and beard styles? 😂

    • @Donut
      @Donut  Před 3 lety +74

      shaven? yes. clean? debatable.

    • @kyelmarius2098
      @kyelmarius2098 Před 3 lety +1

      Its needed cause beard traps viruses

    • @TheDonkDonk420
      @TheDonkDonk420 Před 3 lety

      Donut Media welllllll there’s a lot of definitions for clean 😂 a old civic with some rust is “clean” 😂

    • @sharonb3939
      @sharonb3939 Před 3 lety

      Rip James beard xd

    • @migueldenboer5186
      @migueldenboer5186 Před 3 lety

      @@Donut james has a baby face again 😂

  • @mxkstfmk
    @mxkstfmk Před 3 lety +148

    Dude, are you okay? Some high level fidgeting going on in this video.

    • @kr4t0sg.28
      @kr4t0sg.28 Před 3 lety +28

      Glad im not the only one who noticed. Hes not as spunky and off the wall as many of his other videos.

    • @brandonbigler1516
      @brandonbigler1516 Před 3 lety +9

      It's the coke

    • @monsieurduquack5440
      @monsieurduquack5440 Před 3 lety +1

      slight pallor, kinda worried due to your previous health condition

  • @billywarren8805
    @billywarren8805 Před rokem +1

    First car was an '88 Ford Ranger. I loved that truck so much.

  • @noahkampamba2265
    @noahkampamba2265 Před 9 měsíci

    3 years later and I love your delivery sooo much, 🤣 especially how I'm learning and cracking up at the same time

  • @matthewling3925
    @matthewling3925 Před 3 lety +1001

    for some reason i keep re-watching this expecting there to be more cars lmao. can you do a part two

  • @imafreck123
    @imafreck123 Před 3 lety +709

    Donut Media: The Corvette C4 is a good first car
    Me: Yeah, I kinda agree
    My 2006 Corolla: You sure bro? check your wallet. You cant even afford my maintenance

    • @isaacjajo4023
      @isaacjajo4023 Před 3 lety +8

      😂😂😭

    • @tenzinsmith7991
      @tenzinsmith7991 Před 3 lety +11

      I had a C4 for my first car. Things just kept breaking on it lol but I wouldn’t have traded it for anything.

    • @cutthroat795
      @cutthroat795 Před 3 lety +13

      Toyotas aren’t cheap to fix when they do break... pretty well known

    • @jaywalker7924
      @jaywalker7924 Před 3 lety +30

      @@cutthroat795 IF they break.

    • @electro740
      @electro740 Před 3 lety +1

      lol the vette probably would be cheaper to fix its a domestic car and uses the same gm parts a lot of cars from that era used

  • @Goblingimp
    @Goblingimp Před 6 měsíci

    My mom has an accord 2011 lx I learned to drive in that car I love it handles well never left us stranded never has issues starting even when abused looks good drives great and handles very well I love it comfy and the speakers sound good too :) recommend the accord

  • @aidenbrewton4832
    @aidenbrewton4832 Před 2 lety

    I love these vids and James is my favorite for sure

  • @SilverScarletSpider
    @SilverScarletSpider Před 3 lety +204

    #11 Ford Mustang SN95 90’s - Ford Probe - Ford Taurus SHO
    #10 Volvo 240 - Toyota Corolla XRS - Toyota Celica - Scion tC - Toyota Matrix
    #9 Ford Ranger/Toyota Tacoma/Nissan Frontier
    #8 C4 Corvette - Pontiac Firebird
    #7 Mazda Miata-Honda Del Sol-Mercury Capri
    #6 Lincoln LS
    #5 Subaru Forester - Subaru Impreza - WRX - Outback/Legacy
    #4 BMW E46 330ci other 3-Series
    #3 Nissan 350Z - 370Z
    #2 Mk4 Golf GTi- Any Honda Civic Si - Acura Integra - Honda Prelude - Acura RSX
    #1 Every Honda Accord ever: Manual, Automatic, V6, I4

    • @Angela-db8fs
      @Angela-db8fs Před 3 lety +8

      theres a special spot for you in heaven 💘

    • @SilverScarletSpider
      @SilverScarletSpider Před 3 lety +2

      @@Angela-db8fs Thank you Angela. 🙏💞

    • @deseiving
      @deseiving Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks bro I’m saving up for a car right now but I want to find something decent

    • @SilverScarletSpider
      @SilverScarletSpider Před 3 lety +3

      @@deseiving Get a manual Honda Accord. If not, look for a manual Honda Civic/Toyota Camry/Toyota Corolla/Subaru Impreza. Good luck.

    • @deseiving
      @deseiving Před 3 lety +1

      @@SilverScarletSpider appreciate the advice but why manual over automatic just curious

  • @leonel5908
    @leonel5908 Před 3 lety +227

    Hope everything is alright James, you don't look like you're in a good shape :( Really love the show, keep it up!

    • @vandgre
      @vandgre Před 3 lety +18

      He had to make changes due to heart issues .. he looks like he's IN shape and he's progressing his health!!! KEEP IT UP JAMES 😁🙌

  • @nicoletiana
    @nicoletiana Před rokem

    I just got myself a 2020 nissan versa sv. i'm a toyota person but i def dropped the gun too fast at the lot and it’s what i ended up leaving the lot with, LOL but I am grateful. This car ended up being so perfect for me. All glory to god! i have videos of my car on my channel too, videos about the process of getting my car, decorating my car etc! love watching these type of videos.

  • @lark1012
    @lark1012 Před 2 lety +2

    "Buy a 2004 BMW 330ci". I laughed so hard because that is the exact car I have. Also the 330ci is actually pretty fast got her up to 125mph today no problem and probably could of gone faster. Overall great car, reliable, fast, stylish and most importantly cheap.

    • @kaitlynnfafl
      @kaitlynnfafl Před 2 lety

      How many miles is yours and whatd you pay for it i’m looking at 330ci

  • @baileygendason9658
    @baileygendason9658 Před 3 lety +602

    This was my first donut video, now it’s an addiction

    • @yayoa
      @yayoa Před 3 lety +12

      same, I didn’t even know he always had a beard

    • @divisiontv429
      @divisiontv429 Před 2 lety +2

      Sameeee I’m rewatching it now

    • @aia4r0w36
      @aia4r0w36 Před 2 lety +2

      My first was the one where they ranked all of the Lambos, and I'm addicted too lol

  • @miguelrieza8966
    @miguelrieza8966 Před 3 lety +69

    Hey James, Whatever you’re going through we’re here for you!! Mowwpawaaa baebhe!!!

  • @rubenramos-wp4nw
    @rubenramos-wp4nw Před rokem

    She‘s a gem! And i hope you guys are forever happy!

  • @darklordboehm428
    @darklordboehm428 Před rokem

    I got a ford ranger as my first truck and their fantastic trucks to work on and commute in. Just the right size for what i need. I've replaced the rotors and bearings myself along with the AC tank and radiator and I'm about to clean my injectors soon

  • @BigMan-sy9ht
    @BigMan-sy9ht Před 3 lety +116

    James sound like he’s tearing up over the memories of all these cars

    • @MrCozin-kd9mb
      @MrCozin-kd9mb Před 3 lety +5

      Curiously, reading what you have written, made me remember that I feel almost the same.
      I get sad when the nostalgia from cars at their times pop in my mind.

    • @justsomepandawithinternet
      @justsomepandawithinternet Před 3 lety +1

      For me it's the suzuki super carry. Great van

  • @bryanfernandezcoronado5176
    @bryanfernandezcoronado5176 Před 3 lety +441

    Why is James looking like hes going to cry doing this video?

    • @tylerbegbie3833
      @tylerbegbie3833 Před 3 lety +62

      He's sad because the beard is gone

    • @benjamincho4819
      @benjamincho4819 Před 3 lety +11

      The Beard Shaved Blues

    • @KevinEfurd
      @KevinEfurd Před 3 lety +9

      that's drugs. he's on something. or going thru some shit lowkey.

    • @memes_6980
      @memes_6980 Před 3 lety +18

      Eef he’s on medication due to him having a heart attack back in December and it brings his usual energetic self waaay down

    • @fuxbox
      @fuxbox Před 3 lety +11

      He has been super emotional lately. Shit I guess we all kinda have

  • @Jordan-wz7rj
    @Jordan-wz7rj Před 2 lety

    This made me feel so good about having an 05 Honda Accord

  • @HovektheArtist
    @HovektheArtist Před rokem +1

    I loved my v6 98 mustang specced up and ridin the cobra rims on the super wides, at one point i swapped the internals with cobra and gt parts and started calling it the frankenstang

  • @walterwoerner3287
    @walterwoerner3287 Před 3 lety +1037

    Dude I just wanna know where James gets his hats😭

  • @berryblaster21
    @berryblaster21 Před 3 lety +332

    James talks to us Australians like we are his overlords or something

    • @emilianokro9226
      @emilianokro9226 Před 3 lety +4

      tf is an overlord

    • @cloudvsephiroth215
      @cloudvsephiroth215 Před 3 lety +16

      @@emilianokro9226 what do you think it means? What is a lord? A lord is someone who rules. An overlord is someone who rules over other

    • @botaine
      @botaine Před 3 lety +16

      @@emilianokro9226 Google it. It's a flying alien meat sack.

    • @gearhead4266
      @gearhead4266 Před 3 lety

      Wait your not our overload

    • @LS__812
      @LS__812 Před 3 lety +3

      Or could it be he's poking fun at the butthurts in the comment section. Hmmmm

  • @ianmaia4150
    @ianmaia4150 Před 2 lety

    I got my first car about 1 month ago, it's a 85' bettle and i love him

  • @georgesavuta4301
    @georgesavuta4301 Před 2 lety +1

    I got the 1.8t 20v as the first car, but is mounten on a skoda octavia mk1. A golf4 with a huge liftback trunk 👌🏻