A 1.1-mile Private Racetrack In His Front Yard -- JALOPNIK ON /DRIVE

Alan Wilzig, a New York banking scion, built the largest racetrack zoned for private recreational use in the U.S. at his farm in Columbia County, NY. Take a tour of the circuit at Wilzig Racing Manor, featuring nine turns that thread through more than 80 feet of elevation changes, including a 20-percent banked curve. Also on site is a clubhouse and museum for Wilzig's car and bike collection and race shop for his IMSA racecar and racing karts.

[CycleCruza]

This guy is actually living in heaven. Glory hallelujah!

[fishkbcf]

I can't stand to read some of the negative comments toward this video. You have compiled what can only be said as the ultimate playground for guys. Bravo to you sir! This is what turns a grown man into a 12 year old kid with a match box car again...although the matchbox car now has a V8. Thanks for the virtual tour!

[smilehardproductions]

A private race track, an epic car and bike collection, and a smokin' hot younger wife. Good for you man. I've got nothing bad to say about that and anyone who does is just jealous.

[auggles]

this video made me sooo happy! what a nice and honest guy, i think. he worked hard his whole life to fulfill a dream, good for him! and hes not the "car enthusiast" who buys to a neon green mercielago and parks in three spaces, hes someone who enjoys driving and learning how to perfect himself. shame on people hating on him and trying to shut down his dream, he worked hard to earn it, and is smart enough to consider the safety of others. this is good content, drive!

[AlanWilzig]

These recent comments are so gracious and kind - all I can say is THANK YOU VERY MUCH. Obviously we're birds of a feather !

[blackieraleigh]

My brother had a YZ 80 I'm 47 and I know how much fun the first motorcycle was we "built" several motorcross tracks as kids on farms in Kentucky. I now have a BMW 1200GS and my brother has a sweet Harley. Hat's off for following your dreams and sorry for the loss of family in shoah.

[umaxen]

Praise God ! There will actually be a person who dies happy...

[ramosrichie]

he is if not the #1 most respectful guy i had ever seen or heard speak

[WideLoad]

This friggin' guy! If I ever manage to make myself super-duper rich, this is what I would do. I have dreamed about winning the lotto or inventing something bad ass and building my own track. This guy is living MY DREAM. Alan Wilzig, if I ever meet you, you're getting the most epic high five! Congratulations to you, Mr. Wilzig! You have my envy. Great job on the track and museum. Keep it up!

[NEtrailrider]

Forget all these haters, this place is like dreamland to me, You have done well for yourself and your family. Nothing wrong with that.You only live once, live the dream. Love the track blends into the area perfectly. Race on, good luck this season.

[ch_chone]

Well done Mr Wilzig! This is every enthusiast's dream come true. Please accept my massive high five. 

[Dan_Minton]

Amazing..every petrol heads dream. Sort of thing i day dream about. Salute!

[Wallstreetavarice]

Props to a true motorsports fan. Love that he has a great collection of bikes and cars!

[CRAD]

Alan you're such a great inspiration, you show that hard work really pays off when you put your mind to it. Have fun :)

[MickeyD]

I remember the Jalopnik article quite well - I hate you and love you all at the same time Alan Wilzig. Nice work and a great video! That garage and collection are just ... there are no words.

[salisburyplain]

Nice to see a person who has so much doing what I would given the chance, I hope you enjoy for years to come .

[clementcroitor]

That's casual..."Honey ill be in the backyard hitting 100mph" smh. All i can say is congrats! That is impressive.

[tbz]

As much as I wanted to hate this guy thinking “who needs all this stuff”… as a Motorsport fan I simply tip my hat. He’s got it and he knows what he’s doing.

He’s a solid custodian of Motorsport for those in that area and beyond.

[AGHunter]

I well never understand hatred and jealousy upon those of us who hunter their dreams and make life happen, but oh well...God bless

[Eburgdub]

You Sir are my new hero !
hopefully when my car is finished i see you on the track