Goodbye Bullitt...The Hardest Video I've Ever Had to Make

In this video I say goodbye to my 2019 Mustang Bullitt. I explain why I'm selling it, my final ownership thoughts and what's next.

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[theredline]

This video got me choked up Matt. I can really tell just how much you loved that Bullitt Mustang. I remember being at the Detroit Auto Show in 2018 and seeing just how excited you were at the Ford booth during the reveal. It was such a special car and myself and Rob are so sorry you had to part ways with it. I hope the new owner enjoys and takes care of the car as much as you did. YouTube can be extremely cutthroat at times with the algorithm, but I hope you never stop doing what you're doing. Keep fighting and trying new things with content to get more views and your hard work will pay off. I am extremely grateful to have met and known you for all these years, there will be a silver lining underneath all this pain and we look forward to seeing you at more future events! 😊

[matthewh]

Folks this is a real man. Making decisions to help his family. You lead by example my man. What a great chapter! It’s only been positive let’s keep it like that man! Time to move forward but don’t think you have to forget. She’ll live on within all of us. Long time fan and I feel blessed to be a part of and see how you developed as a person and your channel grow alongside my own car enthusiast life. I’ll always look forward to your videos because you have and always been top notch my man!🤟🏻

[zach]

Hang in there Matt. I’ve always thought you were the best car reviewer on YouTube. Don’t beat yourself up too much, I don’t think you’ve failed at all, I think you YouTube algorithm isn’t optimized to reward longer in depth videos. You seem like a great guy, a great husband, and a great dad. That’s all that really counts.

[phucm]

Damn, this video is hard to watch. From the day he picked it up, drove hours back, to the first thousand miles, first oil change, we've been with him and his Bullitt through it all. Stay strong Matt! I bet you did what's best for your family and yourself. Drinks out with you on tomorrow livestream.

[NickMurray]

Sorry to hear this Matt. Totally understandable. Keep at it my friend.

[MI-qzis]

When one door closes, another door will open. A good man makes sacrifices for his family no matter how much it hurts. Best of luck to you sir.

[MatrixPlays]

Hey Matt, been a long time fan of the channel since SubaruWRXFan days and really related to you. I love mustangs and 2 years ago bought my dream spec performance pack in black with red interior. After driving it for 2 summers I realized the same thing. Channel isn't justifying such an expensive toy. I recently bought a 2006 RSX Type S that i'm slowly building up and tbh with you it's been more fun than my stock mustang ever was! Consider getting a Miata or something! So much fun for the money and you can slowly build it whenever it's feasible! Good luck man!

[EPIC]

This is real life right here. We all hit hard times. Mad respect for being honest and truthful. Especially for your family. Recently i had to sell my S197 that I enjoyed last 9 years. I know the hard feeling of having to let something go.

Always remember, this is NOT failure. This is just a bump in the road or maybe time for a change.

[Krysco]

Sorry to hear Matt. Been around since the old subaruwrxfan days.

[bsd]

Met you at indy when you were there for the shell sponsored trip. It was obvious to me you were super genuine and really cared about your fans. You even did the old subaruwrxfan intro for me. Things will turn around for the channel, the algorithms will change. I've definitely been frustrated with youtube not showing me content I want to see from channels I would regularly watch. It sucks that the formula that's hot right now isn't really your thing, but I'd consider you among the best car reviewers on the platform. You bring so much charm and genuine excitement to your reviews.

[Jethrumi]

When you did that last pull…and watching your emotions totally got me. I know that feeling. And I commend you for being transparent about the YouTube lifestyle that almost everyone wants to have. I’ve been a fan and been watching you since subaruwrxfan days.

You’re awesome Matt. Keep your head up

[Slimothy]

*Not gonna lie I really thought this was an April Fool's video for a good 2-3 seconds until I realized it's May.*
As men we have to make tough decisions to do what's right for us and our family, so I totally respect your decision to sell the car and I hope this channel grows in the near future. The economy is definitely not helping any so I'm sure that was also a big part of your decision. Prices going up, wages not. Been watching this channel for over 11 years now. Continuously wishing you the best, Matt.

[untilthewheelsfalloff]

You’re the last of the OG car review guys left. Everyone else sold out. Good luck keep grinding

[agentmelee]

As a dad myself who got rid of his 2011 Mustang GT, I can totally relate! It's unfortunate, but it's a mature decision. Love to see how real you are! Keep at it! There will always be better days!

[carsaregood]

Man the ending was hard to watch, hope you get back in a Bullitt very soon

[LandonEaversMusic]

Matt- the same thing happened to me with my 2021 WRX STI. I only got to enjoy it for about a year, and then there were significant changes that happened in my wife and I's life and I had to get rid of it… I had planned to put 300, 000 miles on it and keep it until the wheels fell off, I loved it in stock form, and was never going to modify other than a muffler and better soundsystem. It was my dream car and I totally feel you. I just have a Honda Civic Sport now which I love and it gets me through. Hang on though, this really difficult change will give you the room that you need in life to keep making new adventures!

[alexmeisner]

I literally got goosebumps and teared up on his final acceleration…

Love you Matt… “you play the game for the game’s sake”

[Mike_Eddie]

I’ve been a subscriber since the BRZ days, and i know who much this car means to you and I’m absolutely gutted for you. But big respect for the honesty and transparency, it rare in today’s world. I don’t see it as ‘Goodbye’ more as a ‘See you Soon’.
Tough decision but keep at it Matt, you’re definitely not a failure…more of an inspiration ❤

[Hobogoku]

Keep the VIN somewhere safe. Track where it is from time to time. Perhaps one day she'll return to you :)

[punjabeeplaya]

awww man, "one last drive" is such a tough moment. Thanks for sharing.