Big Brake Scam... RESOLVED?!

Published 2023-04-11
I was so excited to find a great deal on an AP Racing brake kit... maybe too excited. And that's how I fell for a scam that cost my almost $4,000. Without any other options, I reached out to a company Essex for help, and it turns out this kind of thing happens all the time.

Previous videos:
The time I thought I had a legit AP Racing brake kit, until I tried to install it:    • Did I get scammed on used parts? (Pro...  
How I realized I'd been scammed:
   • I fell for a $4K big brake kit scam.  

All Comments (21)
  • Hi Josh, Great job on the video, and please keep producing more! We're hopeful that your efforts will prevent other fellow enthusiasts from falling into a similar trap. We appreciate you bringing us in on this project and for placing your trust in our products and expertise. It was a pleasure working with you...we had fun! :) -Jeff Ritter, Essex Parts Services
  • That's impressive that they sorted you out like that. And I was sitting here wondering why you wouldn't go with a carbon ceramic kit, but Jeff articulated nicely how their kit is just as light and way less expensive
  • @jax1079
    Holy crap, dude! Not only is this a great video, but what an awesome experience with a major automotive company doing right by customers. AND they filmed for you?! Super impressed with the response and authenticity of this experience. Great video!
  • @kiwihame
    AP are a class act. Always have been. And obviously, so are Essex. Great PR job , we all learned something, and now, who would buy anything else? Well done Jeff and Josh.
  • @Ghost-Trek
    Jeff is an absolute class act. Thanks for the update on the process.
  • @ArnoldVette
    Wow, Essex went above and beyond on this one. Also very valuable information on how to spot suspect parts! Thanks Josh and Jeff!
  • What a great follow-up video. Yeah it's great marketing for AP but so many good lessons in here. Also speaks to the legitimacy of the channel with AP taking the time to put together a full break-down video and help you out. Can't wait to see how you feel about the kit on the track. Buy once, cry once!
  • @Radron26
    Awesome Video! Jeff is one of the best in the industry. Looking forward to the next video!
  • @Edde2016
    Wow! What a classy company! I have a C6 in need of a brake upgrade and will certainly be looking closer at AP brakes after this.
  • @evcass69
    Jeff's a great guy. I wish they made a kit for my car, but not enough demand.
  • That’s fantastic customer service — huge kudos to them! Great video. Glad it all worked out in the end.
  • @mrch33sehed93
    Not a video I was looking for but definitely one I needed. Thanks my good man! 😃👌
  • @jers132
    Shout out to Jeff and Essex, for fixing the slip-up that most of us could fall into. Over-all, great video. Loved it!
  • @SupercarSeany
    Only dipped my toes in with Essex and upgraded to their 2 piece floating rotors in my car - but Jeff and his team are fantastic. So fortunate to have access to them in our market. Will be my 1st stop anytime I upgrade in the future.
  • @cncaliguy09
    Essex is a known authentic AP Racing distributor and top notch company. Like they said, they work with professional teams. Glad you gave them the platform to show the level of service they provide.
  • @rrassoc
    I've always said, Don't 'mess with' brakes, or anything related to steering. Do it right. Safety first. Losing control can be more than just scary.
  • Something you said hit it on the nose. It’s who you buy it from is just as if not more then what you’re buying. As a person that’s been in the internet car game since the late 90’s and I can say it people a long time to learn what that statement meant. They will always fall for the scam. I think it’s also important for the members of a forum, group chat to warn people who are thing about buying from someone. All it takes is a search of that guys sale history. Even write in the forsale post if the guy is legit. If the seller knows he’s in good standings he’s counting on this question. He could use the buyers feedback for the next sale. Kudos to Essex.
  • I've had limited contact with Essex (trying to adapt a C5 front competition setup to an oddball application), and they are good people.
  • I'm so happy that Essex/AP Racing helped you out the way they did. nice job josh!