“Get This for a Good Bargain”—Chase Elliott Once Downplayed His Then $4 Million Net Worth Against Investing Offer

A few years ago, Chase Elliott made an appearance on the Barstool Sports podcast. He spoke on a variety of subjects, even discussing an idea pitched to him by the hosts. Apparently, it was an idea for a new app, and Elliott confirmed that he knew about it. Unfortunately, he was not particularly interested in the project. So that idea was pretty much dead in the water and failed to get his endorsement.

During the conversation, Elliott told the hosts, “I can’t say I am. It sounds like Jeffrey and, was Ryan interested? I don’t [have that type of money], and he does. […] You can go get this for a good bargain at your nearest suit manufacturer. Yeah, I’m out, sorry.” When the hosts joked that he was going to regret the decision to not invest, he replied, “I’m going to regret a lot of things.”

Elliott was even teased by one of the hosts, who said, “When I’m a Billionaire, and he [Elliott] comes and shakes my hand saying, ‘You did it,’ I’m gonna throw him $25,000.” To which, Elliott nonchalantly replied, “What about in a briefcase, cash? Like you giving it to me; since you’re going to be so rich. […] Awesome!”

What lies ahead for Chase Elliott in the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series season?

Even then, Elliott was worth $4 million, according to an online source. Since that interview, Elliott has gone on to carve himself a great career in the Cup Series arena. In 2020, he clinched a maiden championship, and since then he has been in the Top 4 in the following two campaigns.

LAS VEGAS, NV – OCTOBER 16: Chase Elliott (#9 Hendrick Motorsports Hooters Chevrolet) waits for a ride to his vehicle prior to the start of the NASCAR Cup Series Playoff South Point 400, on October 16, 2022, at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas, NV.(Photo by Christopher Trim/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

In 2023, the #9 driver will be eager to snatch a second Cup Series title. Of course, things will not be easy, especially with teammate Kyle Larson, as well as considering the competition from teams like Joe Gibbs Racing and Team Penske.

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The 27-year-old already has 18 wins under his belt and will be aiming to add plenty more. With a few top drivers like Kyle Busch moving to new teams, they will also be reasonable threats. They will have a point to prove and will want to bring success to their new employers.

Furthermore, the 2022 campaign was one of the most unpredictable seasons, as it witnessed multiple race winners. And given the number of quality drivers on track, this season might prove to be similarly unpredictable.

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