“Now You're a Type”: Man Flaunts His 2015 vs 2025 Car Glow-Up

“Now You're a Type”: Man Flaunts His 2015 vs 2025 Car Glow-Up

  • A motivating TikTok post by a man showed his car's glow-up from 2015 to 2025, prompting netizens to applaud
  • The video went viral as it motivated many South Africans, sparking praise for his impressive progress
  • Many viewers online said the journey from Corolla to Porsche was motivational and symbolic of hard work

South Africans praised the viral car glow-up video that showed a decade of progress from a Corolla to a Porsche.

A transformation video captured the inspiring journey of success and hard work through cars
A side-by-side TikTok post showed a man’s glow-up from a Corolla in 2015 to a Porsche in 2025. Image: @prince..gerald
Source: TikTok

A South African TikTok creator, @prince..gerald posted a video on 3 August 2025 showing his impressive car transformation over a decade. The post quickly went viral, amassing over 92,000 likes and more than 700 comments from users who applauded his glow-up journey.

The video compared two photos: one in 2015 with him posing next to a Toyota Corolla, and the other in 2025, where he proudly stood by a Porsche Panamera. This visual journey of progress resonated with many who celebrated how far he had come.

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From Toyota Corolla to Porsche Panamera

The comments section was filled with positive messages about hard work, dedication, and motivation. Many users admired the upgrade as a symbol of perseverance and reminded others that dreams take time to materialise.

Several viewers shared their own stories of progress, connecting over the idea that consistent effort and focus can lead to remarkable transformations. The post sparked discussions on personal growth, financial planning, and the value of setting long-term goals, making it more than just a car comparison.

By sharing his glow-up, the TikTok creator inspired others to reflect on their own journeys and consider the steps they’ve taken toward their ambitions. The moment became more than a simple side-by-side photo; it was seen as a symbol of growth, resilience, and determination over ten years.

Netizens appreciated the authenticity of the story, noting that it highlighted the importance of patience, commitment, and celebrating small victories along the way. Many expressed motivation to work harder in their careers, hobbies, and personal projects after seeing the impressive transformation.

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A TikTok glow-up went viral with thousands of likes after showing progress from 2015 to 2025
A transformation video captured the inspiring journey of success and hard work through cars
Source: TikTok

Mzansi reacted to the post

Siyamthandatubela said:

“In 10 years, you managed to get a car worth 250k more.”

Mbongeni Nhleko commented:

“Let me send this to my dad so azobana ukuthi ontanga bakhe benzani.”

Flower said:

“You deserve a baddie now.”

Lesareng_k said:

“You are so handsome yazi.”

Mendy26 commented:

“Umuntu akame eduze kwe comment yakhe ngsayolanda ama boyfriend enu.”

N commented:

“Isn't God great?”

Kea wrote:

“Swipe right, left, right, left, then straight to the comment section.”

Ayanda said:

“You became so handsome in 2025.”

Check out the TikTok post below:

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Gloria Masia Gloria Masia is a Human Interest Writer at Briefly News. She holds a Diploma in Public Relations from UNISA and a Diploma in Journalism from Rosebank College. With over six years of experience, Gloria has worked in digital marketing, online TV production, and radio. Email:gloria.masia@briefly.co.za

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