January 9, 2025 marks a new unexpected turning point in the Vilebrequin affair. In 55 minutes of video, Sylvain Lyve methodically dismantles the accusations of his former partner who accused him of having “taken everything” from him.. The creator comes out of his reserve after receiving numerous hostile messages, but above all because those close to him are now suffering the media backlash from this affair.
92,000 euros in outstanding taxes
The first bomb dropped by Sylvain concerns Vilebrequin’s finances. Pierre Chabrier is said to have embezzled the money from the company’s account with the alleged complicity of the LCL bank branch in Chantilly. A bank check corresponding to the entire account of the Vilebrequin company representing 232,867 euros is currently lying on Pierre’s desk. According to him, this situation puts the company in embarrassment, preventing it from settling a tax debt of 92,000 euros.
The Multipla affair, well-crafted handling
The Fiat Multipla, a true emblem of the Vilebrequin chain, also finds itself at the heart of an unexpected controversy. Sylvain reveals having paid 132,000 euros to acquire the vehicle, a decision motivated by a worrying precedent.
Screenshots of exchanges with Pierre’s lawyer reveal an attempt to recover the Multipla to display it in a bar-garage project called Racebox. This commercial project was also announced only 48 hours after the publication of Pierre’s accusatory video, suggesting a well-orchestrated marketing strategy.
First break point at GP Explorer
Participation in the GP Explorer, a Formula 4 race organized by Squeezie, marks the beginning of the end for the duo. This competition, which represents for Sylvain “the happiest day of his life”, turns into a relational nightmare. Pierre, frustrated by his inferior performance to that of his partner, would have made the whole team go through hell in the following days.
The filming of Top Gear where the drop of gasoline makes the tank overflow
The second decisive moment occurs on the legendary Nürburgring circuit, during the filming of Top Gear. The allocation of vehicles crystallizes tensions: Pierre finds it difficult to receive a less efficient car than Sylvain’s. His behavior, described as “abject” towards the team, marks a point of no return in their relationship.
The hiring of Pierre’s partner would, according to Sylvain, reveal the deep dysfunctions within the company. Sylvain claims to have been forced to employ him despite his obvious lack of qualifications. Sylvain will drive the point home by explaining that she used her work time to spend time on TikTok and to organize a couple’s vacation with Pierre.
Sylvain paints an uncompromising portrait of Pierre’s personal evolution. Notoriety and money would have gradually transformed his former partner into a person “super bitter, stingy, mean and even petty”. He notably mentions Pierre’s infidelities, described as an “Olympic sport”, contradicting the version according to which the non-renewal of his partner’s contract caused their breakup.
From crocodile tears to mint crystals
Sylvain’s response calls into question Pierre’s emotional staging. The tears that moved many spectators were, according to Sylvain, artificially induced using mint crystals, a technique learned on the set of Top Gear. A revelation which calls into question the authenticity of Pierre’s testimony, which explains being sick at the idea of mentioning the name Sylvain, but which does not however close the door to a new future collaboration. A communication strategy which seems to have been well established, but which does not hold up in the face of the evidence provided by his sidekick here.
A new start for 2025
Despite the bitterness of this separation, Sylvain ends his video on a note of hope. He apologizes for the lack of an ending ” own » from Vilebrequin, but promises new exciting projects around Multipla. With a new team that he describes as incredible, he says today he is experiencing his “ best life “.
For the moment, Pierre Chabrier has not yet reacted to these accusations which have already generated 1.4 million views for more than 227,000 likes. The community is now awaiting its response, which could further raise the tension a notch in this affair which is exciting social networks.
- Sylvain Lyve reveals alleged embezzlement of Vilebrequin funds by Pierre Chabrier, blocking the payment of 92,000 euros in taxes
- The Multipla conflict masks an attempt to recover the vehicle for a commercial project
- Two major events hastened the end: the GP Explorer and the filming of Top Gear in Germany