Why Did Edd China Leave Wheeler Dealers? | Edd's Departure EXPLAINED | Edd China

Why did Edd China leave Wheeler Dealers? It was a hard decision for me to make but I'm going to explain exactly why I felt like I had to leave the show after 13 years.
To watch full episodes of my Workshop Diaries, watch them here: bit.ly/3ItPqMR
Wheeler Dealers is a great car show, reportedly the biggest on the planet at the moment. It is broadcast in about 220 territories around the globe and apparently has several hundred million viewers worldwide. This success would not have been possible without the huge collaborative effort put in by the production team over the years but most of all because of the loyalty and appreciation of our fans who have kept watching, in ever increasing numbers around the globe. Because you kept watching it; we kept making it. So thank you all for that.
Making Wheeler Dealers is no easy task and every episode requires a massive effort from a dedicated team of people. We started, all those years ago, on a niche channel in the UK with just a small production: Michael Wood and Dan Allum; the founders of Attaboy TV and originators of the show, one production manager, a camera man, a sound man and Mike and myself. One hundred and thirty five cars later we have grown to a production team of over forty five staff, and we are now entertaining much of the TV watching planet. It's been quite a ride.
It was exactly the worldwide popularity of Wheeler Dealers and sheer size of the audience, coupled with the lack of product placement and brand endorsements within the show which meant that Discovery US and Velocity Channel saw an opportunity for further exploitation of the brand and so, after season twelve, the show commission was taken over by Velocity Channel in the US, who decided to replace Attaboy TV with Discovery Studios in California.
Unfortunately, on Velocity's first attempt at producing the show they found Wheeler Dealers 'too difficult to make', 'at least in its current format'. In particular, the detailed and in depth coverage of my fixes in the workshop; what I consider to be the backbone and USP of the programme, are something Velocity feel should be reduced. The workshop jobs are certainly the hardest part of the show to make and reducing their substance and role in the show will save the production considerable time, effort and therefore money. However, this new direction is not something I am comfortable with as I feel the corners I was being asked to cut compromised the quality of my work and would erode my integrity as well as that of the show, so I have come to the conclusion that my only option is to let Velocity get on with it, without me.
Wheeler Dealers has been an enormous part of my life since 2002, a real roller coaster of demanding challenges and triumphant moments. It has been a privilege to meet and work with so many great people and, from the workshop to the joy rides, to be allowed to experience so many fabulous cars and amazing locations. Leaving the show at the height of its success has been a really tough decision to make but I believe the time is right for me to spread my wings. Sometimes you've just got to break free from the confines of your rut and head for the far horizon.
I would like to thank Attaboy TV, Mike, our incredible crew, and everyone who has contributed to making such a great programme for all of these years. A special thank you must go to every one of our fans for watching these past thirteen series, it has been great having you along for the ride, your appreciation means so much.
Mike and Velocity will continue to make Wheeler Dealers, apparently with Ant Anstead taking my place in the workshop, so new episodes will be on your screens in due course. Being the new boy is never easy, so please give Ant your support, I wish him the very best of luck. It will certainly be nice to see Mike turn up at the workshop with yet another wreck knowing I don't have to do any of the work!
As for me, I am already working on some great new projects which will expand my world in new directions and, as I will have a bit of time on my hands, I'll even start to put some things up on my youTube channel, so keep an eye out for that. Right now though, I just feel relieved and exhilarated with freedom and I can't wait to get cracking on the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.
For years Discovery have been encouraging everyone to: 'make your world bigger' - and that is exactly what I am now doing.
#EddChina #WheelerDealers #WorkshopDiaries #Presenter #Mechanic #Motor #MotorSpecialist #Inventor #MIG #Welding #HowToWeld #RangeRover

[@tommyd237]

Edd China was THE reason I watched Wheeler Dealers.

[@marcelboogaard5449]

tommyd237 I agree. The only show that actually shows you how it's done. I never used to watch the first 15 minutes anyway and the last 5 minutes didn't interest me cause they never used to tell you how long Edd been working on the car or factor that in with how much profit they were making. Edd good luck with whatever you doing.

[@larrymanning4180]

tommyd237 He is the best part of the show. I will be looking for more great things to come from Ed.

[@mrv6uk]

me too, although Mike was cringeworthy at times.

[@williamjackson7477]

I feel the same way,Ed makes the show .I feel like I`m loosing a good friend.

[@firestarter842]

tommyd237 me too

[@anderpendragon]

Edd, is Wheeler Dealers. Glad you have a sense of integrity, Mr. China!

[@PumpkinKingXXIII]

Totally agree, this book is closed with Ed leaving and I won't be watching this "new format". Sorry to see you go Ed. Guess I can kill the record on the dvr for the show.

[@jessemurray1757]

"Sometimes you've just got to break free from the confines of your rut and head for the far horizon." Truer words have never been spoken.

[@sparkeyjones6261]

I understand completely why you left Edd. Having an American company take over the show was the worst thing that could have happened to it. Those of us who watched specifically for the amount of detail you provided while working on these cars don't care for the over-hyped American reality show style they obviously want to implement. Good luck on your new endeavors.

[@robbiereilly]

Speaking as an American, I totally agree. Discovery and History channel's crop of reality shows all look alike and fake. I was immediately taken by Wheeler Dealers first time I saw it, for that sincere approach and and personal touch that the show displayed. The camera work was exemplary and the pacing was just right. Mike's dealing and Edd's expertise were a winning combination. It reminded me of those early PBS programs like New Yankee Workshop, This Old House (original run) and so many others before they, too, tried to be too slick for their own good. Right now in Tokyo, they're airing the original WD episodes, before Velocity took over. They're Fab and so much more enjoyable and informative than the newer seasons, which try to be too slick and gimmicky. It's sad how when you become too successful, the big boys come and want to buy you out and change you away from the very reasons people tuned in the first place.

[@Studio23Media]

@@robbiereilly Yes, EXACTLY!! The original felt like a learning program. The new feels like reality TV.

[@MickAngelhere]

That’s the problem with American companies, they take over and in the end destroy it completely

[@rgcamgb1452]

Yes that's what makes Ed (Edd)🙂 unique.

[@ronniedoorzon1576]

The producers wanted to shorten the show, so Ed would be not that much in the picture as usual and he didn't like that so he did quit and thought that he could do better and get his own show. Well that didn't happen and now he has become a out of sight out of mind nobody no one cares about! And Mike is the smart one who thinks about keeping on getting food on the table, and don't give a rat's ass about whatever the producers do to the WD show, as long they keep on paying him big bucks for every episode.

[@catherineburton195]

What a great shame. Sorry to see corporate interests ruin another show. I applaud your integrity, Edd.

[@raba1der]

^- What I wanted to say! Wholeheartedly agree!

[@Tintoycar]

Managers are a worldwide growing problem....

[@johnbeckman8916]

Screwing you and the audience! New owners finding it cheaper to take the value out of a product and sell it for the same price. Same story of ruining a great thing for supposed profits. Yuck!

[@monsterpoo]

+John Beckman "supposed profits" are what make the world go 'round... if no company is profitable then no one gets a job and everyone becomes unemployed ... great idea! :) unless you want to be a part of a commune and work for FREE for the greater good of the commune :)

[@johnbeckman8916]

Gaspam .gaspam_ I agree. Capitalism is great and has done more to help people thrive in the world than any other system. BUT, no application is perfect and this is a great example. When noncreators come in and kick out the creators to take their money the product suffers. Once the "Goose that lays the golden egg"" dies, the enterprise collapses. Then everybody suffers, fans and employees.

[@macflod]

Edds scenes were the best parts of the show. It was cool how he explained how stuff worked and why he was working on some of the things on certain cars.

[@eclectic_gamer]

yeah the episodes with edd were the best, not keen on the new guy

[@anthonymearns4216]

i agree

[@fredsmith4134]

yeah, it was a winning formula, we liked watching the step by step format of taking a dud car and showing exactly what was done, whats the point of saying we did this and that and here's the car, actually seeing what was done was the whole point of the show

[@c.a.g.1977]

I am definitely not a car guy, have little technical / mechanical skills but I loved the way Edd showed us what he was doing, why he was doing it, and how he went about getting the job fixed. And: explained things in a manner even I understood what he was doing! That, to me, is the true mark of a real teacher!

[@chatham43]

....well said...!

[@delhansen2579]

It’s not worth watching without you Ed. It’s not the same. You inspired me to go fix my car myself and do more research. Thank you.

[@donsuzjedi6482]

YES! without Edd wheeler dealers is just seems like an ordinary car show which not fun and filled with lies. Je is the only reason show kept going for years.

[@PaulMuwana]

Yes without Edd it's boring 😢

[@1982MCI]

I tried watching after Edd left but it was quickly apparent that it was no longer a show worth watching. I know I’m one lonely peanut out here and won’t make a huge difference but I’m out!!

[@Typhon47666]

interesting to see how on Mike's explanation he basically says Edd didn't want to work, Edd was horrible to people, Edd was a problem, Edd thought he was too big for the show, we got rid of Edd - whilst Edd explains about production and commercialisation changes and thanks all the people involved with the show including Mike, without ever getting personal or slagging anyone off like Mike did, i think Mike is bitter because he's losing the most valuable asset of the show and the thing that allowed him to reap in the cash - i know who i believe and who acted with more integrity and who has the bigger skillset - Mike can do one, good luck to Edd is what i say! long live Edd!

[@steamsearcher]

YES. The workshop bit made the show and a JELOUISE person Mike realised this!!! We got to Meet Edd and his Lovely Wife. And reading his book shows what a talented Guy he is. Love David and Lily. Reading.

[@hepburn118]

That's because Mike is a giant twat and always was. Ed was the heart and soul of the show and I really hope it falls on its ass now and they can Mike. I hope the rest of the staff survive though and carry on with entirely new staff that don't need an aircraft hanger to store their egos.

[@turb0gate]

@@steamsearcher So true! I actually forward most sections where Mike is talking and focus on the workshop bits. That's why I watch the show. Not for the ridiculous fake/staged car sale negotiations smh..

[@Otto72ish]

I know someone who has worked with Mike (not on this show) and they said he's a nob head. I can believe it. Edd made the show.

[@JasperJanssen]

Is Mike’s rant about this on KZbin somewhere? Not that I disbelieve you about what he said, mind you, it totally fits my preconceptions, but I’d like to see it.

[@mikepitz9975]

Thanks for having the balls to stand up to these greedy corporate bastards!!

[@puck10114]

yes, he got balls! 😄

[@matthewduncan8474]

I'm absolutely devastated Ed China is and was the back bone of wheeler dealers,Ed your attention to detail was why I watched your show.I look forward to watching you on your new show I have subscribed to it and will enjoy it.Sad to see new producers couldn't see how important you were to wheeler dealers.Best wishes from an Aussie car nut.cheers mate.👍🌏

[@CruzdeJung]

Still a great loss after all those years. Edd - we ALL miss you!

[@chris55top]

You and the technical information were the only reason I watched the show.

[@thejunkman]

And that is the part they pared down, thus why when the show moved to the US I all but quit watching. The "tech" was ever increasingly being left out for more "filler" with banter of Mike and Edd and more things being outsourced.

[@maxrobertson5061]

I'm with you, chris55top - Edd made the show worth watching and I can't see me bothering now.

[@nosirrahx]

Edd has the resume to kick ass where he wants now. Legit experts like him are a rare find in this "throw it away and buy a new one" world.

[@josephfoster1445]

I agree...the show started to become Mike carrying parts and pieces to third parties to be repaired/refurbished. Gone were the days of Edd masking and compounding rims until they looked brand new....

[@YorkieLad]

I can not believe what i am hearing , fucking Americans . Watching ED fixing the cars IS THE SHOW , I wasn't interested in mike having a go or his shite sales tactics and losing money . All i wanted to watch was ED`S GENIUS ON REBUILDING THE CARS . ED MATE , COME BACK TO THE UK AND DO A CLARKSON , STICK TO THE FORMAT AND JUST RE-BRAND IT .

[@codeN1NE]

I only watched the show just to see the fixing part of the car.

[@dahee1]

Same here

[@Ultimaetor]

My dad did the same. He always held Edd in high regard.

[@vika0194]

And I only watch it to see when they buy it and then when they sell it.

[@darrenforest1492]

Learnt so much about almost all of the difficult but common problems with all those classics. Thanks Ed.

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

This show had died long time ago...KZbin is a source to fix any car with any problem.

[@x1pyroveride]

Edd's parts of the show were the best parts, explaining what it does, showing you how it works, suggesting preventive maintenance, going over the quirks and fixes that have been discovered over the years; Those are what made the show! Channels like Discovery, TLC, History, AHC, etc. have lost their way, and forgot what made their channels worth watching; I grew up watching these show, I almost became a history teacher because of it. This video was very classy, didnt throw anyone under the bus, and even asked the WD audience to be kind to the new guy. To Ed; I tip my hat to you.

[@Paramount531]

The main reason I loved the original version of Wheeler Dealers is that I learned so much from watching Edd do the repairs. The dumbed down Velocity version, not so much, in fact, practically nothing.

[@elonesnah]

wheeler dealers without edd, no thanks. Edd if you are bored, send me a message, i got a car in bad shape :)

[@arnie8604]

Ed has just proven he is a true gentleman.

[@PorcelainArmsRR]

Well, it was 3 years ago, but you've got the right idea

[@napper1496]

While mike just proved Mike's an arsehole lol

[@jeffk2278]

He is, and he doesn't sound bitter at all. He almost sounds like he may have been planning on leaving anyway. I may be in the minority of those posting, but I still like the show. I hear what Edd's saying, but I honestly don't see a discernible drop the amount of garage work by Ant in each show from the amount Edd did in the earlier version. I also like Mike, which also seems to put me in the minority.

[@valespok]

thanks Ed, I follow in your new chanel.

[@Jackthesmilingblack]

Edd

[@Nurzhigit8]

When I watched them, I asked "How does the master endure ? It's a nervous job to restore cars quickly and efficiently, I realized that he has golden hands, and he will achieve everything

[@stevemoran3640]

You were the heart of the show Ed. You had such an accessible manner and we all felt like we were in the workshop with you with a cup of tea having a chat. Whatever you do mate, all the best!

[@tonyv7055]

When will TV executives realize that a majority, if not ALL of viewers of this type of show are NOT looking for drama! It's the technical aspect of WD and Edd's expertise what brought me to the show week after week. I learned so much! If I wanted drama I'd watch Fast & Loud!

[@FeiHuWarhawk]

Tony V good point

[@benoit1335]

soooo true ! ! ! ! !

[@shooter925movie]

Tony V Bravo, content not Kar-trashians, thanks Edd!

[@WHUFC71]

Thanks Ed for being so honest. The show won't be the same without you.

[@92trdman]

without Edd ,Nobody watch the show

[@donaldhollums3278]

WHUFC71 Mr. China is definitely the backbone of "Wheeler Dealers". I'd like to see if Edd and his "mechanic mate" Paul, come up with their own automotive show. I'm not meaning another "car flip" show, but real mechanic repair work. I don't care if all the motors are European or whatever all cars basically work the same.

[@gavinstrachan1373]

We miss you

[@hardmodefbl]

It's just sad to see Edd go. The show will never be the same without him. 😞 He will always be Mike's Grease Monkey. His expertise and skills and various techniques in tackling all the vehicles is what made the show GREAT and a JOY to watch, not to mention EDUCATIONAL in the first place. Dumbing it down is not a good idea no matter the reason is. Best of luck to Edd and hope he and Mike can reunite together again one day in another version of *WHEELER DEALERS* 😊

[@FlipjevanTiel]

Difficulty of making detailed and in depth coverage of car mechanics, means a lot of time and attention goes into this channel, because it is really living up to Edd's vision. 👍

[@allentroxel9719]

I stopped watching Wheeler Dealer since Edd left.

[@peterstclair2610]

so did I !!

[@stevefromlondon9175]

@@peterstclair2610 so did i

[@haamara]

we all did.

[@rodbutler8069]

Thumbs up and a tiki boo to you Ed.

[@chevy790]

yes so have i-mikes after the mega bucks and in truth was in my opinion just a gofor on wheeler dealers---------sad to c him bad mouthing edd off on several channels but hes only after the cash-ud think hed get enough out of his car business

[@davidupton3186]

I have huge respect for Ed. He always came across as an intelligent, talented true gentleman and this decision reinforces that.

[@alexdinamarca7620]

fuk you

[@alexdinamarca7620]

why u fking lying

[@warriorz_hammer_7743]

@@alexdinamarca7620 Ed has integrity, so be respectful, wheeler dealers was good untill the American version ruined it 😔

[@martinireland9248]

Agree David Wish Ed all the best in whatever he does in future

[@josephcarrington8834]

@@alexdinamarca7620 fuck of alex cant even spell you twat get a life

[@thinkertoo2995]

I've learned a lot from you Edd. And YES, I appreciate the in-depth video of the how to portion of the show. I also felt like YOU did all the work without having a sayso of what was brought and laid at your door to repair. Thank you for all you've done. I appreciate your integrity. Lastly, I am now a subscriber.

[@tomowenpianochannel]

Just an amazing mechanic... And presenter. Huge in-depth technical knowledge. Unbelievable execution of repair and restoration work. Combined with an instantly approachable presentation style, which explained every detail of the work with a 'why' and 'how', in enough time for the layman to understand it. The guy is, straight away, a genius.

[@DDM-Fotografie]

Wheeler Dealers without Edd China?................NO THANKS!!!!!!!

[@scottykilmer]

look at top gear, now total garbage with those american "star" losers in it. Go for the Grand Tour on amazon.

[@themunk85]

Grand tour is laughable compared to the old top gear. It was a show that was not needed to be carried on after the original top gear finished. New top gear is shite. Wheeler dealers was good

[@1965Porsche356C]

I hate to tell you but The Grand Tour is an American TV show.

[@stepheneickhoff4953]

Gotta love those European xenophobes.

[@Paolo1]

Scotty Kilmer Are you an imbecile or playing dumb for the audience? Harris and Reid are English you idiot. Which American other than Matt are you referring to when you call out the losers? And Grand Tour is an Amazon production, and in case you're too simple to know otherwise, Amazon is an American company. Now be a good little lad and tie on your apron. The store shelves won't stock themselves.

[@ShakeBeej]

Such a genuine person who takes pride in his work and won't sell out for the money. Wish you all the best for the future Ed. It's been a pleasure watching you on the show

[@BrewersArcade]

From my inside source he quit because he wanted MORE money...

[@stevenmichaellewis5720]

coughs "bullshit" coughs

[@petergregory5286]

Why not, he held the show together.

[@CG-cx9fv]

@@BrewersArcade, he had all rights to put a price to his labor. Mike may have been the presenter but Edd was the show.

[@stevebucholz5826]

Finally got to season 17 and to my surprise you weren’t on it. So naturally I had to figure out why and now I don’t really want to watch the rest of the seasons without you showing your brilliant work

[@SpiritintheSky.]

I will always remember you for your tremendous contribution to the show. I hope things have gone very well since then and wish you all the best in your future ventures. You certainly deserve it.

[@BurrWorntusk]

I only watched Wheeler Dealers for Edd's in-depth explanations of what needed fixing and how. Guess I'll be watching more of Edd's channel here. Chin up Edd, you made the right decision.

[@brianvincentgrech]

Very well said, i was a programme with no bs like many other car shows.

[@micky9229]

Hear Hear

[@XCNuse]

Same; after hoping that this channel was Edd's specifically, I was pleased to see it's exactly that. And I immediately subscribed. Let's hope Edd and maybe even Mike make use of this. Tis a shame Edd and crew, but I agree; this is the right decision. Be true to who you are! Because we, the actual viewers, are the ones that stick around because of it!

[@Deadman7782]

I agree 100%. Thank you Edd for making me a better DIY mechanic! Cheers from Norway

[@2serene1993]

Have a strong feeling the right people will come his way. Balls + Genius = greatness every time.

[@willb3018]

What a shame that the "suits" didn't like what many of us actually tuned in for. Nothing but the best for Edd. He has earned it.

[@OmniDubStep]

Well he’s got over half a million subscribers on KZbin so I think he’ll survive on his own 😃

[@dankhalifa6937]

@@OmniDubStep year later he has 1mill 🎉

[@deb5418]

Thanks so much Edd for all the great tips and entertainment and good job sticking to your guns love the in depth repair work and honesty

[@irenecouzynhaas9768]

The work under, in and around the mechanics of the cars is what I love about the show. We are still watching older seasons so will still be watching you!👏👏👏 Sad you’ve gone, but support your decision wholeheartedly! For now we will still be enjoying your beautiful work!😃💗

[@popdop0074]

Edd is why people watch the show.

[@LaStupiditeAmbulante]

So true !

[@petergerritgroen3157]

The selling of some fixet car from Mike was not so good. To cheap.

[@jonnytooze]

This is a man with incredible integrity. Edd, you're a legend.

[@boomerhgt]

Integrity don't pay the bills

[@mrblobby6284]

boomerhgt integrity does pay the bills. every dishonest person ive seen in the last 15 years was eventually let go once it was proven what they were doing. every person ive worked with who have worked with integrity, dilligence, dedication, upstanding professionalism has remained and got pay rises.

[@jacksagrafsky4936]

Ed you are a true gentleman and someone I would trust with my car anytime. Sad that those in charge did not see what a GEM they had but decided to turn that gem into a brick. You said in 4 minutes what was the problem and your explanation for leaving is based on solid thoughts, facts, and ideas. Best wishes on all you do or have done since leaving. Found your channel on KZbin and will be a fan again like I was in 2002. CHEERS!!

[@modelcars6233]

I was watching this show on TV many times. It just isn't the same as before without you. Thank you for that amazing experience and keep up the good work !!

[@HPaulModels]

A true gentleman to the end of WD Mr China. No nasty comments, total respect to all - a true gent. Thank you

[@chrisharding5783]

I concur. MK1 GTi and P38 RR, were me faves.

[@nadjabenaissatv]

Wheeler Dealers without Edd China is not Wheeler Dealers.

[@supercooled]

It would just be "dealer" since that was Mike's specialty.

[@richard21109]

@Joel Berry lol,bet ur great at parties 😂

[@DavidJHarrisonEssex]

@Joel Berry NOT how it 'IS' just how YOU SEE IT.

[@DavidJHarrisonEssex]

@Joel Berry You are CLEARLY too stupid to understand my reply so imagine this reply is in GREEN CRAYON. We can ALL have our own opinion but you stated 'I say it AS IT IS', that is arrogant, that is an opinion NOT NECESSARILY 'how it IS. Just because 'others agree' means NOTHING, many others have an opposite view, that ALSO isn't how it IS but how they SEE IT. As for 'getting over myself', I could NEVER do that as I'm FAR TOO LOVELY !

[@DavidJHarrisonEssex]

@Joel Berry At NO POINT have I EVER stated it worse OR BETTER or even INDIFFERENT, so how you came to that is beyond me. I haven't watched the new one's yet.

[@daveperryLXXVII]

You are a great mechanic. Not enough of genuine guys like you out there.

[@techiejon]

Just found the Show and am hooked, catching up and found out you left. I think you were a great presence on the show, I found this channel so i can continue to enjoy your style! Thanks!

[@xmauiix]

Without Edd China, Wheeler dealers are done.

[@user-he1pp9gh1l]

Maui They'll get another guy, and script his part too, and you'll love it. Enjoy your new favorite Mechanic.

[@Bernarddehaas]

Ed China is a fantastic teacher for all car enthousiats. Without him, it is not worth looking. Thank you for all you made us know

[@Mercmad]

It's the spiel Velocity have put forward,saying "it's too hard' top make the show which has pre warned everyone that the new wheeler dealers is going to be yet another boring American TV show. The same thing happened to the great youtube channel, Roadkill.. now it's just an over produced profit making boring advert.

[@Bernarddehaas]

It was clear for some time Mike liked to be in America and American Cars. I do not think these cars, the drivers seat on the wrong site, are really very popular in England. I am not surprised, but really sad. Europe has no cultural background on American cars, Apart from Ford. Now there is the Daewo-Chevy. I hope there will be a TV program with Ed teaching us how to transform our cars in electric B de Haas

[@harrycartwright99]

Its like Top Gear without Clarkson, Hammond or May. ...Wait?

[@4bimmer_ee_bmw_tuning_parts]

You can make your own show on youtube easily, we will watch you forever

[@rikybologna3579]

I agreed with your idea mate.

[@Kohnojake01]

easily? it might be easy for edd to fix cars. but edd is no video maker?

[@rikybologna3579]

@@Kohnojake01 I do not think that Edd may have any problems to find a video maker partner.

[@simbachauhan984]

Defo

[@yusufkanar8493]

This is so hard thing.

[@wilsoneashoian5789]

That Ant guy is so unnatural animated person that makes angry to watch the show. Good luck. You were the reason I watched the show.

[@yaboiiz2766]

I think ant is good

[@craigwebber789]

I too like Ant from his time on Love Of Cars. Ant is not the problem ... same as Edd wasn’t the problem ... I tolerate the problem and the wanky rubbish regarding wheeling, dealing and profit so I can see them work and explain things. Nice that the labour hours are now shown so you can add the cost of labour to work out the actual LOSS made Me ... I just like watching artisans rescue cars that otherwise would have been left to decay.

[@jamesarthofer3413]

Thank you Ed for all the wonderful years on wheeler dealer. The show will not be the same without you. That being said, I wish you all the prosperity in your new direction. you will always have me as a big fan and follower as I truly enjoy your work, although I am not a mechanic. Cheers!

[@carlospagan8433]

A man of principle, Respect.

[@MrsG7swr]

what Carlos said I agree totally

[@Pervypriest]

yupp, shows that he has his feet well on the ground..

[@DrJakesVeryBritishReviews]

The show will be nothing without Ed. NOTHING

[@michaelschuenemann3505]

I agree - Edd was Wheeler Dealers - Mike his "Sidekick" - new Boy "What's his Name" an Actor(bad one) - VELOCITY sucks Doggy Doo - Edd will get his own Show ! He was the only Gentleman on the Show !!

[@garyatkinson9020]

You've acted with dignity and not sold your soul. Well done sir

[@richardissel2564]

As far as I was concerned Edd was the show, no disrespect to Mike but he just wasn’t as funny as he thought he was. Edd was the reason so many of us tuned in for every episode, it’s sad that every great show gets ruined by the numbers people who truly know nothing about the automotive world. Good luck Edd!

[@andreysamykin1143]

Thanks for your efforts and dedication! It was pleasure to see your series.

[@bryanthesnail5383]

This is sad news, I only watched Wheelers Dealers because you discussed and showed us how to do stuff in the workshop.

[@JB91710]

Bryan And they did it without yelling and screaming at each other.

[@JB91710]

Bryan And they did it without yelling and screaming at each other. The only problem I had was, I couldn't get "Hair Brush" out of my head so I could concentrate on what he was doing!

[@spx7929]

I don't mean to offend our American friends, but when the show moved Stateside it lost its sparkle. The change in production was evident and and the show became no longer enjoyable. Edd, I admire the fact that you walked away rather than have your integrity tarnished. A genuine person in front of the camera as well as off it. Thank you Edd for all the hints and tips over the years. Hope you don't stay off screen for too long. Subscribed.

[@JRWperformance]

Deutsche Sport An American here. I totally agree with you. I loved the show when they were still in the UK.

[@CF21LDB]

Deutsche Sport Exactly what I thought, well said 👍

[@Bellyupandbored]

As an American, No Offense taken, I lost track of what the show was about after the Move, I have watched Ed since the first show and now I will need to find him again on KZbin, Velocity always takes a good show and destroys it I use to watch Shade Tree Mechanic until the TNN network sold off and they went all Hollywood, ruined every show they touch. So good Luck Edd I will be watching, Meanwhile I have a water Pump to fiddle with!

[@jasonalmont7572]

Deutsche Sport. American here and I agree. The authenticity in the workshop seemed better before to me and the whole reason I started watching was because I got tired of same old shit American car shows. Not to mention the cars man, I loved seeing cars I hadn't ever gotten my hands greasy working on with actual work being done for once.

[@etmccaus]

American here who, despite still having tuned in, completely agree. Problem isn't the US audience, it's what Discovery thinks US auto enthusiast audiences really want. Long history of us being screwed over in that regard.

[@remymenegaz831]

les émissions de mécanique sur RMC, n'ont plus aucun sans vous! Bravo EDD pour la qualité de votre travail et de vos explications! Bien le bonjour de france...

[@JT-zb2km]

Oh no, you're the best and me and my husband love watching you fix the cars. You explain very clearly and helps me understand. So sad to see you go. All the very best Edd.

[@benterrill7114]

Edd China, thank you for your wealth of knowledge! As a "Yank", I've always found your approach to repairs very refreshing and educational. You will be sorely missed and I find it hard to believe I will continue watching the show without you in that pivotal role. Although I'm a fan of Mike, it won't be the same. I wish you all the best and will be watching closely for anything you produce. Unfortunately, American television networks can't help themselves but to mess up a perfect formula. Cheers!

[@benterrill7114]

snookiecrome Only if I were A) Born into a wealthy family, B) Holding a political position, C) A large group of people, or D) An otherwise generally important person in society. Unfortunately, we have a great freedom of speech, but our capitalist economy negates that freedom. Money usually drives all decision making...

[@LoveAndPeaceOccurs]

You say it well Ben. I am hoping that at some point this problem will be corrected ... I may watch one new episoide just to see ... but I can NOT imagine I'll watch without Edd. Love & Peace to All

[@gtisid]

Good luck ed, I actually thought I was the only person that watched wheeler dealers and rattled spanners in the shed. Turns out it's quite a thing and now there will be two shows.

[@gamerguy425]

boycott the show by only watching reruns that have Edd, Velocity needs to learn how badly they screwed up here, I want the new season to absolutely tank. Mike will be fine if the show goes down, he could easily get into other TV shows and he's got his own car dealership again.

[@franks-kitchen]

Good luck Edd. You're a star and a gifted thinker. I met you once in the Buckingham Palace garden party, you called a friend of mine on the phone. You was a great sport. You rock and good luck buddy. You have a follower in me.

[@johnkozlowski7642]

Ed China is the reason I watched the show especially when he showed and explained how to fix the problem.

[@wimcolle5975]

Dear Ed, Maybe it sound a bit strange, but what was already said is true: you àre Wheeler dealers, I would like to thank you for making difficult things easy. Only the very best can do this! I never understand the way Mike talked to you, he was spekking from an ivory tower, even a bit like his personal slave, Dear Ed, I would like to wish you the very best in your life, please do what your hart is telling you tot do, and leave the rest behind. And if you want to inspire more people to help other people, just give me a sign. Every hour of my free time goes to people with a very rare and fatal lung disease. ( pulmonary hypertension) . I had it myself and I manager to survive, thanks to a dubbele long transplant. I try to inspireour patients myself, I try to give them hope, I try to give them that feelings of being important in life. So if you wanna help me a bit, let me hear from you. We have more in common than we think: cars and inspiring people I wish you all the best, you are a much greater inspirer than you think. Best regards Wim Colle, President PAH Belgium [e-mail]

[@cathwalsh9921]

Well said. I’ve enjoyed way watching you work on the cars, to such a high standard, and I’m not even a car enthusiast!

[@TwinsTec101]

Still miss the original show. You got me in this trade and I now own my shop! Thanks for the great work Ed!

[@PatGleeson123]

Fair play to you Edd. I agree with your reasoning 100 %. The work IS the show. Without it, and you - it won't be the same.

[@r1freak1]

No Edd China, no Wheeler Dealers, what a shame, the last episode with Edd will be the last WD episode I watch. Godspeed Mr. Edd !!

[@youngchemist]

I was watching and admiring the "wheeler Dealer" tv program just for the practical solutions you made. I was curious when I didn't see you in the new episodes. I found it last week when youtube suggested this channel. We loved you with your most natural attitudes. keep going like this.

[@johngarnich3653]

You were the main reason I watched the show, I enjoyed the wrenching and the transformations of old bust cars being saved, given a second chance in live and put back in the road.

[@ericthecarguy]

Best of luck to you Edd. I wish you all the best in future endeavors.

[@paulhewson6233]

Good choice Edd. Well done for standing by what you believe in. You will be greatly missed.....you are a massive reason why a lot of viewers watch Wheeler Dealers. Their loss. Good luck mate in your next adventure.

[@tjuven70]

best car renovation program I have seen in a long time, a pity that the series ends with you and will miss you in the program . Best of luck to you Edd

[@adambradley8645]

I only really used to watch the show for Edd's input. Your a class act Edd, look forward to watching more of whatever you make. Already watched part 1 of the range rover re build, look forward to more, best of luck Edd 👍👍🙂 atb.

[@ChristopherHayniedd980]

I am an American and long time viewer and as others have stated I'm leaving with you brother. I agree with you the show taken a wrong turn it became very noticeable. Ed you were the main reason I watched Wheeler dealers. I of course loved Mike too but you are a perfectionist when it comes to your mechanical ability as a ex welder and mechanic I appreciated your step by step detailed instructions when repairing something and that was my favorite part of the show. I also liked how Mike would show those small shops in the UK that did specialized work for the cheap. I have a feeling viewership will drop rapidly unfortunately for Mike. Cheers! Good luck on future ventures.

[@shad65]

Christopher Haynie couldn't agree more

[@garyparker5047]

It's a sad sad day love both you guys seen every show you have ever made hear in the uk good luck in your new endeavours.

[@arabianeyes36]

Christopher Haynie same here bro.. the show is nothing without Ed. His works is the heart and soul of wheeler dealer. better he start his own show.

[@mick0905]

Well done Velocity. Take a programme about fixing cars and "improve" it by cutting out the bits about fixing cars. You couldn't make it up!

[@myqii2567]

Fucking morons... I loved this show (mainly Edd)

[@garydunn3037]

Did you not know, that is what we British do best. Always trying to "Fix" whatisn't broken.

[@przemysawadamzauski3113]

Just like MTV without music. The same way of thinking.

[@przemysawadamzauski3113]

Or Discovery & HistoryChannel spammed by programs about car selling

[@dahorn100011]

In a related note. Look at what the U.S did to Gordon Ramsey's Kitchen nightmares. The UK version was all about helping a restaurant whereas Fox just made it over dramatised and put stupid music and a million ad breaks in.

[@marcelloroos766]

Thank you very much for making all the series, i loved and enjoyed them

[@IbrahimFerhadli]

You are a genius! It was a very enjoyable journey with you Edd :) My father and I are still watching your genius rebuilding of cars. Every time when we watch your genius readjustments on car, My father and I, wish you were here and help us with repair our Mercedes-Benz E280 car :) Everyone has a lot of things to learn from you :) Many thanks and good luck for new projects From Azerbaijan Ibrahim

[@chrisnapierutube]

Thank god there's still people with integrity.

[@Dikka0]

Well said.Few of them left in the entertainment industry.

[@stevengordon5511]

Christopher Napier well said we need more people like this.

[@leekerry7393]

fucking gutted, but hope your back on our tv screens Edd a very nice man indeedee 👍👍👍

[@chrisnapierutube]

k cole - The phrase isn't meant literally. I'm an atheist.

[@chrisnapierutube]

I'd only heard reference to the FSM in Dawkins - The God Delusion. I had no idea there was more to it. Thanks for bringing ‎Pastafarianism to my attention.

[@kierancurtis8545]

That's the end of Wheeler Dealers... Whatever production companies think, it's' Edd that made the programme! The idiots have shot themselves in the foot!

[@Thunderbyrd.]

Yep, if it ain't broke don't fix it. Velocity couldn't help it, they just had to fix it, thank's Velocity for screwing up the best show on TV

[@MaartenOosterbaan]

Agreed....and good choice to leave by Edd! Good luck mr China you will have the fans support!

[@ggghhhbbnjjjbb2330]

Glad to see you're more active on YT these days - your comms skills are unusually good. You're dead right about where the value lay in the old show. As an engineer I have no interest in watching the new format, and frankly, the buy & sell aspect of the old show was just fluff to me. In fact I'd like to see your work expanded to longer episodes with more detail and maybe stretching to full restorations rather than going for the quick turnaround. I used to get quite bent out of shape when you had to put stuff back on the car without refurbishing or cleaning it while it was off. 😆 Elin Yakov does this on YT and has a huge backlog of Triumph-related restorations that are quite awesome. I'd love to see you doing something like that. The old-fashioned craftsman ethic fascinates me, having caught the tail end of it with an apprenticeship after leaving school. I'd love to see the skills passed on as they used to be, and a return to Britain doing its own high quality engineering design and manufacturing. We were very good at it once, before the wreckers moved in. Historic stuff like the visit to the old workshop producing the woodwork for the Morris Minor was gold.

[@scottmurray5600]

I loved the Wheeler Dealers show. The enthusiasm and exuberance of Mike and the in depth mechanical nuance of the garage works made a GREAT show. I understand the move, love your KZbin channel. I bought an 'E' registration Landrover Defender and didn't have a mechanical background so I really enjoy learning about how to look after old vehicles, not scrap them.

[@bobcole612]

I liked Edd, and I like Ant. But for Edd to come out and ask the audience to support Ant is a very classy way to go out. Edd is a true gentleman, and great car guy.

[@ianlacey11]

I've tried but after 3 years I've decided Ant is too much of a "bodge" merchant plus I dont believe he does much of the work anyway and isnt genuine,he's been Discovery'ised as has Mike.

[@buaa3229]

​@@ianlacey11 High-quality mechanical maintenance footages mean time-consuming and "waste" of money. It was inevitable that WD's quality will decrease. So I believe that's exactly the reason why Edd chose to leave. In my perspective, it has less thing to do with Ant. The producer is behind all this after all and everyone needs to act according to the script.

[@ianlacey11]

@@buaa3229 quality decreased because something happened and Attaboy TV,the creators of the show lost control and it was handed over to Velocity and Discovery Studios.Suddenly the people who knew how to make it were gone.Look how many "Vice Presidents" and " Senior Vice Presidents" the show has in its credits now and you'll see that too many chiefs and not enough indians spoils the plot.

[@anitakarjalainen4588]

Case Magnumin 290

[@scottykilmer]

A classy guy for sure. good on ya Ed. Since I run the scotty kilmer channel mysef, I never have to worry about management changes, just about what I want to show the public about cars that's worthy and interesting.

[@MrGeoffHilton]

Great to see you give a fellow professional a heads up.

[@hexplosive2299]

you two need to do a car show together for sure, or a project series, you've got me out of some real car pickles Scotty, many thanks

[@imho2278]

We love you Scotty! And Edd! Two dedicated mechanics!

[@arthurherman1046]

What if Scotty and Ed had a show together😁

[@szabolcsnagy806]

Rev up your engines!

[@nelsonstree436]

You are the reason anyone watched the show. We love you Ed very cool and informative stuff every time we watch you.

[@sedrincleis]

Mr. China, I started watching wheeler dealers ONLY because of your very helpful tips that I use today to inspect and repair my vehicles. Thank you for all the good times, I would be keeping a weather eye out for your KZbin content. All the best!

[@GreggCesaroni]

I always watched Wheeler Dealers because of the workshop segments. You learn so much when Edd talks you through what he is doing. Me as an engineer, I am fascinated by it all and learned so much about the smallest of details of cars. I actually learned how V-Tec worked in one of the episodes with an S2000. Never knew it was activated by oil pressure. Thought it was done magically haha! I also loved the history behind some of the cars that came on the show too. Thank you Edd for your time on the show! Looking forward to seeing where you end up

[@DENetworkES]

Gregg Cesaroni one of my favourite episodes with the S2000. Since I'm a Honda owner now i found out a lot of information on how the engine works. Even the location of the VTEC solenoid. 😂😂

[@baronmagroth758]

ME to got mine up and gone made 5k more all because of the Big fella

[@GreggCesaroni]

Edd really taught me quite a lot about cars in ways I would have never thought possible. What ever he does as far as a TV show, I'll watch it regardless

[@DessieTots]

Edd you are a rare human being, namely a person with integrity and conviction. I wish you all the best.

[@pilninggas]

Edd would make a great politician

[@bicyclist2]

I agree.

[@reloading_and_gun_channel]

Des Kodur Edd for president in France !

[@1973keith]

Edd you're the "Mary Berry" of wheeler dealers! the show can never be the same without you. looking forward to seeing your own stuff now :)

[@leannefredbuchanan6491]

Miss you mate you are one good mechanic who is very highly skilled and you enjoy doing it. It's called loving what you do!!

[@OMACMedicFiveZero]

The reason i started working on cars and became a mechanic was you. Thank you for showing me that I could do it, just needed to pick up a wrench. Cant wait to see what you have in store. Either way, i’ll still be here! Boss job Edd

[@RichardBousquet]

Edd, you're the only reason I watch WD. I'll go where you go.

[@robinenbernhard]

Richard Bousquet same here. i never like mike he try to much to be funny

[@keri-lyncrovo1833]

Seriously! And he was always touching the outside of the cars, getting his fingerprints on everything!! Stop touching the cars!

[@MF-hq9mq]

Richard Bousquet same goes for me......

[@teamEP789]

And revving them cold

[@manuelcuracao]

exactly what he said !! :D

[@mandih1114]

Thank you Ed, You are a humble genius. All the BEST

[@peterclark8250]

Well said.

[@RemoFiore]

Totally Agreed

[@Promasterlolful]

Дорогой Edd China, мы очень любим вас в россии, ваша передача, где вы с напарником чинили и перепродавали машины была лучшей, она находила отклик в наших сердцах, потому что вы, Edd классно чинили машины и самое главное - по возможности подручными средствами! Это именно то, что интересно простым людям, как мы. Не как "приехать в сервис центр и заплатить кучу денег за ремонт", а как "взять у соседа инструмент, провести 3 часа эффективной работы и сэкономить несколько баксов! А главное - сделать это у себя в гараже!". А ваш напарник - перепродавал машины, и с этим сталкиваются почти все при покупке БУ машин. Вы правильно сделали, что отстояли свою позицию. Я не знал куда вы пропали до этого видео! Я желаю вам большого успеха и добра, вы "рукастый" парень и вас все получится. Такие люди как вы - пример. Большое спасибо за все выпуски с вами, вы делаете работу с душой, это видно! С наилучшими пожеланиями из России 😻😻😻

[@NectarineSoup]

Your part of the show was what we wanted more of. Learning how to repair our cars ourselves

[@rfrayling]

I think you made the right decision Edd, the format was Americanized/ruined.

[@neiljohnson1773]

Respect to you Ed. The show should be about the garage fixes..It's the reason I watched anyway. It was always the inspiration to me to get off my rear end get out into the cold damp garage and get the car fixed. Thanks in some way to you and the Wheeler Dealer show my car got transformed and now is a driveable Classic and I'm on to the next one. I just didn't sell the first one 🤔🤔🤔 lol. Good luck with whatever you do. Keep on Classic Restoring

[@Hailstonepie]

Edd you were the only reason loads of us including me watched it at all, the cars and your endless expert mechanics were the program, you are truly gifted. Thank you for the years of pleasure YOU gave us.

[@MrMangoat]

You're a legend bloke. Without you the show won't be worth watching..thanks for all the years of entertainment mate

[@user-lg6wg2eh1f]

Thank you for your work and programs. It was very interesting to watch those seasons. You inspired me to buy a car for restoration, you showed that everything is not as difficult as it seems from the outside. Good luck with your new projects.

[@akyolelektronikotomasyon5489]

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[@alikilinc7999]

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[@billyrayvalentine7972]

He was the show. Buying a car is nothing. Working on it is everything.

[@bernhardtsen74]

the amount of effort he put into fixing every effin car, and then have Mike sell it for a small amount of profit!

[@Run69records]

oh man... I think the same.. Eddy is a a real genius!

[@ralpholiver7769]

Working on it is really incredibly important but buying and selling, having the right knowledge, is also important.

[@mrlooneycooney8948]

Buying a car is nothing..you clearly know nothing about the business do you. If it wasn't for Brewer, this show also would have been nothing! It was the team effort that was golden!

[@bretteaston9779]

You’re the legend Edd. Inspired me and loved watching your work. Best of luck with your new project. Much missed.

[@springergracia1771]

I miss you, Edd, when I watch a new season😥 It is a big pleasure to see you in "Wheeler Dealers". You make interesting this broadcast and light me up for learning a system of auto😍 Thank you❣

[@stephenhudson7039]

Shame but fully understand. A man of integrity & talent. I look forward to your next projects.🇬🇧

[@802Garage]

100% agree. He was a big inspiration to me and even in starting my channel. I watched for the work.

[@magnitudo58]

Whitout Edd China wheealer dealers isn't wheeler dealers.

[@robertpashley5352]

Magnitudo !! Edd did the work and mike to the credit

[@Run69records]

oh yes man... I agree!

[@qbertilk1]

Just dealers now :)

[@elbarbaz77]

I'm agree, bye from Italy

[@magnitudo58]

@@elbarbaz77 Ok, from Italy ahaha

[@chrissturgess4323]

Absolutely spot on..the repair/ rebuilding workshop scenes were the reason we enjoyed it !!.it encouraged me to have a go at things i thought too complicated...Edd, you ARE wheeler dealers

[@deanharding740]

Good for you Ed. I’ll keep an eye open for your new stuff and look forward to seeing it. Best of luck to everyone