NASCAR's Richest Drivers Don't Worry About Speeding Tickets

Stock car racing is undoubtedly one of the most popular sports in the United States. Sanctioned by NASCAR, it is home to 17 of the top 20 most attended sporting events each year. For the men and women behind the wheel of these cars, the financial rewards are huge and skyrocketing as attendance and TV viewing records are broken every year. If you thought NFL, NBA and MLB players were well paid for their talent, then you never looked into the books of the highest paid NASCAR drivers!

Jimmie Johnson - $160 million

If you think Jimmie Johnson has a lot of money right now, just wait until his racing career is over! To date, the current face of NASCAR has earned $160 million in career earnings. When he finally stops and retires, we're guessing Dale Earnhardt Jr. could lose his spot on this list.

However, Johnson does not let his wealth and fame obscure his vision. The athlete prefers to remain modest, donating most of his earnings, participating in hundreds of charity events. He even has his own nonprofit, the Jimmie Johnson Foundation, which raises money for K-12 public schools.

We'll hear about Junior's condition soon.

Ken Schroeder - $75 million

Ken Schrader made his fortune solely through his will and determination. Schrader never met a stock car he didn't like and as a result raced for several organizations from NASCAR to ARCA. His overall track record isn't great, but we assume he's all right.

If we made $75 million in our careers, wins and losses would also be indirect. It doesn't hurt that Schroeder also invests in the sport he loves and owns several speedways and racetracks of his own.

Kevin Harvick - $70 million

Kevin Harvick is still an active racing driver and arguably rivals Jimmie Johnson in terms of talent.

If you don't believe me, consider that Harvick is the third winning driver in Monster Cup Energy Series history. The only reason he hasn't made as much money as Johnson has is because he seems unprofitable. However, it's hard to deny that Harvick has excelled in his NASCAR career.

On the next slide, find out how much money Dale Earnhardt Sr. was worth!

Dale Earnhardt Sr - $70 million

Earnhardt Sr., who tragically died in 2001, is one of the greatest NASCAR drivers of all time. On par with Richard Petty in the number of championships (seven), he is head and shoulders above his competitors.

Financially, however, Earnhardt Sr. fails. As proof of how much NASCAR has grown over the past 20 years, all you have to do is look at Earnhardt Sr.'s earnings and compare them to his son, whom we'll be seeing soon.

Cale Yarborough - $50 million

Cale Yarborough has won 86 races in his illustrious NASCAR career. This number puts him in the top XNUMX for most wins in the sport and if he raced today he would undoubtedly be one of the top XNUMX top earners.

Legend aside, one of the reasons fans will never forget Yarborough is the one fight. In 1979, he got into a race track fight with Donnie Ellison, another NASCAR icon. The wrong moment happened at the Daytona 500, at the height of the feud between the two.

Jeff Gordon - $200 million

Even if you don't watch NASCAR, you probably know who Jeff Gordon is. One of the most successful racing drivers in the history of the sport, Gordon also helped raise the image of stock car racing in the 90s with his good looks.

Ironically, Gordon discovered his love for racing after his father bought him a BMX bike when he was four years old. In retirement, the $200 million man made a second career as an analyst. Working for Fox Sports, Gordon is always present in the booth during every race.

Mark Martin - $70 million

Mark Martin, the fourth person with $70 million on this list, had a career in NASCAR that spanned three decades and over 880 races. One of the most legendary drivers in history, Martin has never been the best driver on the track, but his long career has secured his place in history.

Martin was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2017. He hasn't technically retired yet, but he deserves the honor nonetheless. His last competitive race was in 2013. Off the track, he owns four car dealerships.

Richard Petty - $60 million

Richard Petty isn't called "The King" for nothing. An original NASCAR superstar, Petty was the first driver in history to win seven Cup championships and holds the record for most career wins. If the sport had been bigger when he was in power, who knows how much money he would have made!

Petty, who lives to this day, is a true racing icon. Not only did he race in over 1,100 races before retiring, he also made the cowboy hat trendy again!

Dale Earnard Jr - $400 million

One of the most popular NASCAR drivers of all time, Dale Earnhardt Jr. is without a doubt the richest. Having earned $400 million in his career, the unbeaten Hall of Famer has earned twice as much as the next closest driver on this list.

From 2003 to 2013, Earnhardt Jr. was voted the organization's most popular driver. Nicknamed "The Pied Piper", he turned his appeal into marketability. Not only is he impossible to beat on the track, it's impossible not to buy every sports drink he recommends when he's not on it!

Greg Biffle - $50 million

Greg Biffle, named "Most Popular Driver" in 2002, is also one of the richest. With a career earnings of $50 million, Biffle has won championships in several NASCAR divisions. The incredibly versatile driver of the No. 16 Ford Fusion has also made a name for himself off the track.

Now we know what you're thinking, but no, Greg Biffle never became a model. Instead, he invested in speedways. Today he is the co-owner of two of them; Willamette Speedway and Sunset Speedway.

Casey Canet - $50 million

Casey Kahn began his stock car career at age 17 racing at the Deming Speedway in Washington DC. Since then, he has competed in over 400 races and racked up double-digit wins, earning $50 million in the process.

In 2004, Kahn was named Nextel Cup Series Rookie of the Year. Later, when his brand in the sport was established, he founded his own team, Kasey Kahne Racing. In October 2018, he announced his retirement. He was only 38 years old at the time, but began to experience minor racially related health issues.

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Carl Edwards - $50 million

Are we stuck at $50 million? Carl Edwards is next on our list and another member of the half-century club. In 2007, he won the Busch Series Cup Championship. Then, four years later, he nearly won the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series championship.

Edwards is one of the most popular and best-selling racers in the sport. His fans love him for his personality as much as for his skill. Whenever he wins a race, Edwards celebrates with a backflip from his car!

Kyle Busch - $50 million

Kyle Busch, following in the footsteps of many racers before him, founded his own racing team, Kyle Busch Motorsports, in 2010. The new venture added millions of dollars to his already busted bank account.

Overall, Bush has earned about $50 million in his racing career. And what does he do with all that money? He donates millions of dollars to charities and worthy causes. Just because he has millions of dollars doesn't mean he has to spend it on himself!

Next, the best female driver to ever join NASCAR!

Danica Patrick - $55 million

NASCAR has a rich history of women proving they can do things better than the men on the track. Danica Patrick, with a career-earning $55 million, is the most successful female NASCAR driver of all time.

However, not all of her wealth came from racing. Patrick made a second career as a model and spokesperson for godaddy.com, Tissot, Chevrolet and Coca-Cola. She is also the owner of her own wine brand, Somnium, based in Saint Helena, California.

Kurt Bush - $50 million

We assume there is no sibling rivalry between the Bush brothers! Kurt Busch is Kyle's older brother who has made the same amount of money in his career. In 2004, Kurt made a big statement when he defeated Jimmie Johnson to take the NASCAR crown.

After that championship, Kurt became known for more than just his skills. He has, according to many other drivers, a bad attitude. Throughout his career, Bush Sr. got into public altercations with fellow NASCAR drivers on several occasions.

Joey Logano - $24 million

Joey "Sliced ​​Bread" Logano races for Team Penske. Why he got the nickname is not important. The important thing is that he makes the most of his career, in which he won 22 races in ten years.

In 2018, Logano reached the pinnacle of NASCAR by winning the Monster Energy Cup. His rise is not surprising. He was the youngest driver in history to win a NASCAR race. He was involved in a serious accident at Talladega Superspeedway in April 2021 when his car was overturned when Bubba Wallace's car cut him off. Everything is fine with him, and who knows when he retires, he can be considered the best.

Jeff Burton - $45 million

During his career, Jeff Burton was known as "The Mayor". Before retiring, "Mayor" won 21 races in the series and earned $45 million. If you recognize his name, you will also know that he has a well known racing family which includes his brother Ward and nephew Jeb.

After retiring, Burton took a job at Fox Sports to become a race analyst. Like Jeff Gordon from the previous list, he quickly became indispensable in his new position and is one of the highlights of setting up for new races.

Michael Waltrip - $35 million

Despite the fact that Michael Waltrip has retired, he still likes to get behind the wheel from time to time. During his active career, he won the Daytona 500 twice, coming out of the shadow of his brother Darrell.

Once Michael decided his racing days were over, he moved on to other ventures. In particular, he became a published author, writing a book In the blink of an eye. Unable to completely stay away from the track, he also works as a commentator.

Matt Kenseth - $60 million

Matt Kenseth has raced in NASCAR for over two decades. At the time, he was a winning machine and earned around $60 million. However, all this money had a price; Kenseth is one of the most controversial racers in history.

Kenseth's most controversial moment came when he deliberately crashed Joey Logano during a race. For his actions, Kenseth received the largest suspension in NASCAR history; disqualification from two upcoming races and six months of probation.

Danny Hamlin - $30 million

Danny Hamlin fell in love with racing when he first got behind the wheel of a go-kart at the age of seven. Since then, sports have taken over his life. In 1997, when he was only 15 years old, he won the MKA Manufacturers' Cup.

Nine years later, he joined NASCAR and was named the 2006 Rookie of the Year. In 2016, he won the Daytona 500, one of the biggest wins of his entire career. Overall, Hamlin has amassed $30 million, a figure that will only grow with time and more races.

Martin Truex Jr. - $30 million

Martin Truex Jr. began his NASCAR career in 2004 at the Bass Pro Shops MNBA 500 in Atlanta. His first win came three years later at Dover at the 2007 Autism Speaks 400. In total, he won 19 victories in 482 races (and this number continues to grow).

Along with those 19 wins, he has 19 starts from pole position and 185 top ten finishes. In 2017, he became the champion of the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. He is currently racing Joe Gibbs.

Paul Menard - $30 million

Paul Menard has been racing in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup series since 2003. He took part in more than 400 races, 65 of which finished in the top ten. Oddly enough, for a driver with money like him, he only won once.

Menard's only win was at the 2011 Brickyard 400 in Indianapolis. He also races in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, where he has three more wins and another 100 top-ten finishes.

Jamie McMurray - $25 million

You don't see Jamie McMurray on the track these days. After retiring in 2019, McMurray moved into the booth. Now he works as a racial analyst in Fox NASCAR. With seven career victories to his credit, McMurray may have had the most titled career, but he had a memorable one.

Most fans will never forget the 2010 Daytona 500. That year, he won the league's first race and went on to win the Brickyard 400. This feat made him one of three drivers ever to win both races in the same year.

Brad Keselowski - $25 million

Brad Keselowski has done a lot in ten years in NASCAR. Competing in more than 340 races, he has 28 wins and 170 top ten finishes to his credit. With such a pedigree, it's no wonder he appears on this list.

Keselowski is currently racing Team Penske. On race day, he drives the number 2 Mustang. He also owns Brad Keselowski Racing and drives NASCAR Camping World Truck Series trucks.

David Ragan - $20 million

David Ragan, born in 1985, is one of the youngest drivers on this list. He currently races at Front Row Motor Sports where he made a name for himself in the NASCAR world.

During his 14-year career, Ragan finished 40 times in the top ten and scored two victories. He first felt victory at the 2011 Coke Zero 400 and last visited the victory streak after the 2013 Aaron's 499 at Talladega Super Speedway.

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. - $20 million

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. competes for Roush Fenway Racing in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. Since debuting in 2011, he has had 32 top-ten finishes and two wins. Both of his victories came in 2018, one at Daytona and the other at Talladega.

For Stenhouse Jr., racing has always been his way. He started karting at the age of six and won 47 races before switching to sprint racing in 2003. He began his minor league stock car career in 2008 and quickly rose to the highest level in the sport.

Reed Sorenson - $18 million

Racing for Spire Motorsports, Reed Sorenson can be seen on racing days driving the number 77 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. He also drives the number 27 Camaro ZL1 for Premium Motorsports.

During his 11-year career, Sorenson took part in more than 200 races. On account of his 86 hits in the top ten and four victories. His first win came at Pepsi 2005 at 300. His last victory was in 2011 at the Bucyrus 200.

AJ Olmendinger - $18 million

Anthony James Olmendinger has competed in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series since 2007. During this time he has competed in over 370 races and has one trip to Victory Lane as well as 57 top ten finishes.

No longer a full-time racing driver, Allmendinger also works as an analyst for NBC. NAKSAR America. On top of that, NBC uses it in their IMSA sports car coverage. For Olmendinger, life couldn't have been better since he stepped out from behind the wheel.

Austin Dillon - $12 million

In 2011, Austin Dillon entered his first Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race. Six years later he received his victory. A year later, he won the Daytona 500, marking his second career win.

Dillon races at Richard Childress Racing, where he drives the number three Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. He is the older brother of Ty Dillon, son of Mike Dillon and grandson of Richard Childress. This is a real pedigree! It's good that Dillon did an incredible job honoring the family name.

Trevor Bain - $10 million

At 28 years old, Trevor Bain has quickly made a name for himself in the NASCAR world. He won his first race a year later in his career, taking first place in the 2011 Daytona 500. In total, in 187 races, he finished 16 times in the top ten.

Bain currently races for Roush Fenway Racing. Throughout his career, he has been known for his dedication to his faith, which he credits for helping him navigate his instant success in NASCAR.

Michael McDowell - $10 million

Don't be fooled by his smile, Michael McDowell is a bad guy when it comes to racing. Driving the No. 34 Ford Mustang for Front Row Motorsports, McDowell earned only about $10 million in his career.

Much of McDowell's income comes from how long he has been racing in NASCAR. For more than ten years, he participated in 290 races. Unfortunately, he never tried Pobedny Lane and didn't start from pole position. He has seven top ten hits.

Landon Cassill - $5 million

Despite having been making a living in NASCAR for almost a decade now, Landon Cassill has only made about $5 million. This can be explained by his lack of achievements. In over 290 races, Cassill did not win a single race and only finished in the top ten once.

However, give credit to Kassil for refusing to give up. He currently competes in StarCom Racing and still yearns to get to Victory Lane one day. Maybe it will happen this season!

Ryan Blaney - $5 million

Just 25-year-old Ryan Blaney has a long NASCAR career ahead of him. Since joining the league in 2014, he has competed in more than 130 races, with two wins and 43 top-ten finishes.

By the time all is said and done, we believe those numbers will be much higher and Blaney's fortune will be much more than $5 million. Until then, we just have to keep watching as the young man infuses the sport with the youth he desperately needs.

Chase Elliott - $2 million

Just a kid, Chase Elliot quickly became one of the most feared NASCAR drivers on the track. He did his duty in 2015 but didn't light up until 2018 when he won his first race at Watkins Glen.

In five years, Elliott won three races, started from pole position four times and finished in the top ten 60 times. In 2016, he was named "Rookie of the Year" and is better known not only as the son of Bill Elliott.

Clint Boyer - $40 million

Of course, this list wouldn't be complete without Clint Boyer! You didn't think we forgot about him, did you? Boyer has been racing since 2005 and has 474 races to his credit.

In those races, Boyer has 197 top-ten finishes and ten wins. He races for Stewart-Haas Racing and drives the number 14 Ford Mustang. He previously raced for HScott Motorsports, Michael Waltrip Racing and Richard Childress Racing. In 2008 he won the National Series.

Ryan Newman - $50 million

Ryan Newman is also known as "Rocket Man" for his breathtaking racing style. Behind the wheel of NASCAR for nearly 20 years, he doesn't have much to do. In 625 races, he won 18 victories and finished 247 times in the top ten.

Newman's first NASCAR race was in 2000, and his first win came two years later at the New Hampshire 300. His last win came in 2017 at the Camping World 500 in Phoenix.

Kyle Larson - $11 million

Kyle Larson made his NASCAR debut in 2013 and has since earned $11 million. He was only 20 years old when he first started and has since won five races.

Larson's best year came in 2017 when he won four races and finished in the top five 15 times. Unfortunately, his earnings have not been reported since 2015, so the $11 million figure could actually be much higher. In total, he has 83 career top XNUMX hits.

Bubba Wallace - Unknown

Bubba Wallace made his NASCAR debut in 2017 at the age of 23. He never won a race, but finished in the top ten three times. We would like to tell you about his career earnings, but nothing has been reported yet.

In 2018, Wallace finished second in the Daytona 500. This was the best result for an African-American rider. He was also the first African American driver in the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series.

Ty Dillon - $1 million

We already told you about Austin Dillon, so now it's time to give credit to his brother Ty Dillon. Having made his NASCAR debut in 2014, Tai has earned just under $1 million to date.

During his short but prolific career, he hit the top ten twice. We are only 27 years old, and we assume that by the time he retires, he will still have quite a few and possibly several victories. Until then, he just needs to be patient and keep getting directions from his brother.

Now that we know the condition of these racers, let's see what unexpected and interesting cars they like to drive when not at work!

Dale Earnhardt Jr has some fun in his Chevy Laguna

To be fair, the Chevy Laguna isn't the only car Dale Earnhardt Jr. drives home after a race. Outside of NASCAR, he is known for his very expensive car collection. Laguna just might be his favorite.

The reason Earnhardt Jr. is such a diehard Laguna fan is because these were the same cars used in racing decades ago. Today, they can be found fairly cheaply on the used car market, though we're sure Earnhardt Jr. just spurred them on a bit by increasing their value.

Joey Logano made his Econoline van a work of art

Joey Logano put all his heart and soul into turning his simple Ford Econoline van into a piece of art. He painted it all, modified it to include a camper, and even painted the wheels bright neon green.

However, the heart of this car is still the Ford Econoline van. The Logano is from 1961, making it the first generation Econoline. Today, the van is still gaining momentum in its fifth generation although it has undergone some major engine and performance upgrades!

Kyle Petty saves fuel in his Prius

While the Toyota Prius is a great car for everyday driving, it lacks the power and elegance that you would think the NASCAR legend would have preferred.

Not Kyle Petty. Known as arguably the greatest NASCAR driver of all time, he spends his retirement money saving gas money in his Prius. It is clear that the racing days of this legend are over. The only thing he's rushing to now is a bank statement to smile at his savings!

Reply is good enough for Ryan Newman

We guess Ryan Newman is a big fan Sanford & Sons. Just look at his car! It's a replica of the Ford F-150 used in the show, with rust and all.

Thanks to his dedication, Newman owns the cheapest car on this list. Because it's just a copy, it's currently valued at less than $2,000. However, that doesn't stop compliments from flowing when fans see him ride this beauty around town!

Carl Edwards practical in his Ford Fusion Hybrid

Like Kyle Petty, Carl Edwards needs to feel like he's using enough fuel during a race. To keep the universe in balance, he drives a very economical Ford Fusion Hybrid every day.

Surprisingly, Edwards rode the Fusion around the track for a while. However, his most impressive feat in his beloved car did not come during a race. He hit the headlines in 2010 when he drove his hybrid 1445.7 miles on one gas tank!

Joey Logano loves his Rat Rod

Joey Logano's second appearance on this list is well deserved. A deeper dive into his love of old cars is revealed by this 1939 GMC pickup truck. He affectionately referred to this mallet as his "Rat Rod".

While we're sure he's done some work under the hood to make sure this real vintage car keeps running, he's done nothing aesthetically. All the rust and dents it has accumulated over the years are still there, adding character to this beast of burden.

Jimmie Johnson's Chevy Stepside is beautiful on the inside

When asked about his washed Chevy Stepisde, Jimmie Johnson said, "It looks old, but it's very comfortable to ride." He enjoys driving the rusty bucket so much that he has even admitted that it is his favorite commuter car.

From the outside, the truck looks like it's falling apart. Many of the paint has peeled off and rusted. Challenge Johnson to a race, however, and you'll learn a hard lesson. Under the hood of his favorite car, he installed a Corvette engine.

For Clint Boyer, the old never goes out of style.

His 1934 Chevy Sedan is not Clint Boyer's commuter car, but is one of his favorites. “I ride it every chance I get. It's a lot of fun to drive this car," he said. When it comes to Boyer, the old becomes really new again.

Unlike the other cars on this list, we have no idea how much work Boyer has done under the hood of his sedan. If he's a true vintage fan, then there's a good chance this car still has original parts!

Danica Patrick didn't have a car when she raced

During Danica Patrick's career, two things were clear. First, she raced with more enthusiasm than her male competitors. Second, she didn't have a car. It was always easier for her to ride what Ford offered her.

The most famous car she drove was the Ford Expedition. The unremarkable SUV was the perfect vehicle to take her to the race track. Once there, she always put on a show and was known as one of NASCAR's most competitive drivers.

Ryan Newman's Perfect Family Van

Ryan Newman didn't expect to get a 1960 Chevy Parkwood Wagon when he showed up at an auction with his kids one day. The little rascals started playing in the car, and he knew that was the way it should be.

The car proved to be the perfect family vehicle for Newman and his children. He regularly takes them to get ice cream in it. It's proven to be a lot more reliable than it looks, even if it's not as good looking as his racing Camaro.

Daniel Suarez loves his bug

It's not the only Daniel Suarez car you'll see on this list, but it's the oldest. It's also the car that means the most to him. When Suarez made the trip from Mexico to the United States, he was driving his Volkswagen Beetle.

According to Suarez, the car was close to breaking down several times, but never stopped. Since becoming a NASCAR star, he has fixed his wonder bug with the same love he did years ago.

But this is not the car she drives around the city.

Dale Earnhardt Jr loves his Camaro

Third generation racing driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. is known for his car collection. However, it has a special place in its heart for the 1960s Camaro.

His fondness for the model goes back to his father, who built one of these machines with his father as a child. Dale continues to honor the tradition of having a Camaro in the family and enjoys driving his own 1967 model. Good luck catching him!

Kyle Busch - Toyota Loyalist

If you ever see Kyle Busch driving a non-Toyota car, there's a 100 percent chance it's not him. Bush is dedicated to the company and is especially fond of the Camry.

With Joe Gibbs Racing, Busch leads the Camry to victory every weekend. And when he leaves the highway at night to return home, he gets into another Camry, his suburban Camry. When he really needs to step up his car games, Bush also owns a Lexus LFA made by Toyota.

Joey Logano isn't winning fans with his Thunderbird

At the turn of the century, vintage cars were all the rage. Ford took advantage of the popularity and reintroduced the Thunderbird to the world. Joey Logano has become a big fan of the old-again-new look. Other users did not.

Another reason why Logano loves his Thunderbird is because he proposed to his wife in it, so it must be good luck. It would definitely be the right choice for him to appear on the Daytona 500!

Dale Earnhardt Jr. has owned his Chevy S10 since 1988

Another car that isn't pretty to look at but has a ton of sentimental value is Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s Chevy S10. He bought this truck in 1988 because it was the same truck his family had when he was young.

Since purchasing the beater, Earnhardt Jr. has completely restored it to be as close as possible to the truck of his childhood. We assume that he upgraded a few parts, such as the engine and other performance-critical things.

Jimmie Johnson saves gas in his Chevy Volt

Don't talk bad about the Chevy Volt in front of Jimmie Johnson. He owns one of these electric cars and loves them: "It's a great car to drive and it uses the best alternative energy source."

Johnson's love for Chevy goes beyond the Volt. He drives a Chevy while racing and has become one of the most successful drivers in the sport. The car company treated Johnson very well, so why not reward him with amazing brand loyalty?

Daniel Suarez gets around town in a Camry

When he needs to run errands or hit the track on race day, Daniel Suarez doesn't get behind the wheel of his Beetle. He gets behind the wheel of his Toyota Camry and leaves for the "office".

The Camry is one of the most reliable cars on the road and has nothing to do with the car Suarez drives on race day. On this day, he gets into his Ford Mustang and starts turning the engine, preparing to win it all for Stewart-Haas Racing.

Bubba Wallace is everywhere in her Ford F-150

It makes sense that Bubba Wallace is driving a truck when he's not racing around the track in his team-sponsored Chevy. Before joining the NASCAR elite, he competed in the Xfinity Truck Series.

In his spare time, he still drives a Ford F-150 and can take it anywhere. It may not be as fast as the one he raced, but just as reliable and durable. However, once behind the wheel of a Chevy, we can't help but wonder if the Silverado could be in its future.

Chase Elliot - Silverado Man

After making history by becoming the first rookie to win a National Series championship, Chase Elliot didn't spend money on a luxury car. Instead, he bought a 2015 Chevy Silverado and hasn't looked back.

Elliot's Silverado may not be fancy, but it's reliable. It's also perfect for any adventure Elliot might want to go on. Maybe one day Bubba Wallace will ask Elliot what he thinks about his Silverado when he starts thinking about buying his own.