The Greatest BMW Restoration Shop In The World: EAG (Enthusiast Auto Group)

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[@RyanFannon-fy1yf]

Don’t ever apologize for these long videos.

[@Queensfinest2023]

We need more of these 😂😂

[@verruckt66]

Ditto! Thanks for all the great content Larry!

[@Tmoneyyyy]

EVER! ESPECIALLY WITH BMW CONTENT …. actually this video was too short 😂😂

[@almelgen8857]

To me this was like 5 min. I can go for 2 hrs😅❤bmw

[@chrysalisendeavors]

Word

[@mattnycm3]

Mentioning one of the actual founders of EAG, Eric Keller. Eric passed a few years ago and the business was bought by the people in this video. Eric deserves to be honored in this video for the legacy he left which is EAG. RIP Eric!!

[@michaelbyers955]

Couldn't agree more. He was a great guy and passionate about BMW

[@joshuasutton4043]

So true was a friend of mine on Facebook for years remember seeing his m1 at October fest bmwcca show .

[@blues3531]

Eric was a legend. Him and Evan built an amazing business. These guys are lucky to own and continue their legacy.

[@Voges2023]

I went there a week before Eric passed. Evan took me on a personal tour of the smaller location; absolutely rad guy.

[@lazyracer9625]

This was essentially a huge advertisement video and I enjoyed every minute of it

[@RyanFannon-fy1yf]

😂😂. The M1 edit was the on point.

[@dantheman1689]

Totally excuses sitting on the couch lol

[@xander4short]

i think you mean 1M🤣

[@dekabwerks]

Best part 😂

[@Retrobeemer]

Although wasn't the first M car the E12 M535i?

[@AndrewC89]

@@RetrobeemerYes and no, technically cars with the M and the full number behind it are “M lites”

[@proxcess4946]

BMWs 90s lineup was insane - E36 M3, E34 M5, E32 750li and E31 CSi all available at the same time. Some of the first engines getting over 100hp/l, manual V12s, pop up headlights, colours like Estoril Blue and Dakar Yellow (there are loads more incredible colours) and companies like Dinan, Alpina, ACSchnitzer and Hartge on the aftermarket side. For me 90’s BMW will always be the best era.

[@andrewkamin-lyndgaard594]

Used to follow EAG on the regular when Eric posted onto YT. His presentation style and reverance for these top BMW examples is missed.

[@michaelbyers955]

Definitely missed. He was a great guy.

[@startingtech3900]

wish he never rode motorcycles and stuck to his bmws RIP

[@franciscocabrerabrito5945]

Not overpriced. They've got their niche. You want a top notch condition bmw with full OEM parts traced history, relatively low mileage and pristine condition? You need to pay for that. These are not "cars" as most enthusiasts see them and think, oh yeah that's overpriced! No...these are the M 1:1 diecast models you always wanted and dreamed about. Toys for adults. Lovely! Thanks EAG for contributing to keep all these gems in the shape they deserve.

[@daveeyrich7524]

Glad BMW has never been afraid of color! Looks like a giant bowl of awesome jelly beans.

[@yugotime1598]

No wagons!?

[@hellbxymedia5027]

Seriously. The touring bmws need more love.

[@word8512]

I was actually surprised to see no wagons

[@BrakRulesAll]

RIP Eric Keller! I'm only halfway through and he hasn't even been mentioned, hopefully they honor him before they're done.

[@garagefabroart]

E12 did have an M car. The M535i . It is considered to be the first M badged 5 series. They also offered the "BMW Motorsports" packages in other flavors of E12 as well (though not considered M cars) Also when he mentioned not having a M version other then south America I think he was referring to the E12 MLE edition that was specific to South Africa. It was a homologation racing special E12 with a number of lightweight modifications. Very knowledgeable either way!

[@Retrobeemer]

*As a self confessed BMW fanboy I absolutely loved this video. I consider myself lucky to have grown up when so many special BMW were attainable. I recall going into a BMW showroom with an M1 for sale for £37 000! We could buy E30 M3 for around £5K because here in the UK there was a rumour that timing chain tensioner replacement was mega expensive and a week spot in s14 engine design. It wasn't true but eventually people used the later s50 tensioner and people began to realise that the s14 is pretty bullet proof. My road and track E30M3 would rev to 9k (thanks to Schrick cams etc) and one day I would be on track and the next just going to the supermarket. I was flattered that Petrolicious made a video with my E30M3 called The Therapist. Sorry, I didn't mean to ramble on. I guess your enthusiasm is just pretty infectious. Thanks for a great video! Mark*

[@carlosbonilla1637]

Eric from EAG is truly missed.. always looked forward to watching his videos/reviews.. Hopefully the new owners do something similar to what he did.. but my guess is that they won’t 😔

[@EnthusiastAutoGroupCincinnati]

As principle owner/operator that purchased my first M car from Eric in 2006, was their parts supply for years, and over a decade as an employee ending as GM before this position... I strongly disagree. Give us a call! -Mike

[@EnthusiastAutoGroupCincinnati]

Thank you Larry! Look forward to your next visit. We can drive 1 M car ... or even a M1!

[@Fj707ap]

Somewhere in the corner of his home in Japan 🇯🇵, DinoDC is crying watching this video wishing he was there 😅

[@Franzino]

I wonder; why does DinoDC has a lot of similar videos as Larry (together filming the same location)?

[@thomascutler729]

I sold the M5 to Norm from cheers, Paramount bought 3 of these from Ruehman BMW in North Hollywood.

[@noah6311]

Oh my God EAG is back, (Rip to Eric) I simply love his biographical details of EAG’s BMW car collection. Thanks Chen!

[@Phil_T86]

E36 M3 GT also had the option of Aluminium doors, not only on the E36 M3 Lightweight as said in the video.

[@EnthusiastAutoGroupCincinnati]

Yep, absolutely! I mentioned US Spec for that reason. (Typing this next to an E36 M3 GT getting rejuvenated)

[@kirbygreen420]

Steve evolved Dinan being a friendly helpful enthusiast that helped with upgrades.(mailed me custom tunes eprom style for highly modded m20). Now days they couldn't give two sh!ts about anything but getting money. Used to really love and push Dinan stuff, not anymore, just cant with their customer support or their service.

[@Illtechnica]

I remember those days with my grey market E30 325is in the early 2000's.

[@chadkennedy8675]

Yes but Steve has CarBahn now so use that he just can't use the Dinan name anymore because it's his original companies name he sold

[@joetacchino4470]

Steve isn’t part of Dinan any more. CarBahn is his new company. I think APR bought Dinan?

[@RedRoverTW]

I drive a fully restored Euro spec 1983 BMW e28 520i daily. Imported from Germany, 2 owner car. EAG's immaculate inventory is insane. Would love to see regular updates of their cars, especially the older stuff. ❤

[@RussellB.]

Great video Larry. Look forward to more EAG content!

[@GraemeDickson-cx8uk]

Why didn’t he correct Larry and educate him on the monumental historical disparity between a 1M and a M1? Haha. Well Done on the insertion of how important it is on the edit. As I would be screaming out loud like a nut at the screen at Larry being aBMW NERD. My favourite video ever!

[@JCU84]

I worked for a BMW dealership and I had a estriol blue f31 and i LOOOOVE that color. I have a special love for BMW’s. Co-worker and i talked about i would love to restore an e9x M3 and then this video comes out ** so after watching this, i loved it. I want an E9x M3 more than ever now LoL. Don’t say sorry about the length of the vid. We want more!

[@jmccarsnmore1025]

Larry, 🤬 It’s an M1!! 😂😂😂 It’s good to see the one and only, the man the myth the legend, Larry Chen involved in the BMW world. Don’t miss Bimmer Invasion 2024, Los Angeles Edition. September 7th, somewhere in LA!!

[@WadeinWhiskey]

So happy to see Mike K continue to carry the torch. Still lovin that 996tt Larry?

[@dlp2600]

Great video i can't believe all these awesome cars in one building geez!

[@PennywiseM3]

I am a huge Bimmer nerd! Awesome video Larry! Keep the BMW/Porsche content coming!

[@lees5761]

Wow. Great video. Loved every minute of it. My father bought his first BMW, a 530i back in 1976 I believe. It was amazing to drive. I've loved them ever since.

[@Jlinwoodjackson]

HOLY SMOKES!! The kick panels in the M1 are so so perfect for sound Q install. Whoah .!! The M1 correction inserts were on point !! 👌🏻🤦🏻‍♂️🤣🤣

[@BeemaBoy]

Thank you Larry. Love the bmw content ❤

[@randymaggetti856]

Every time I think Larry has found the ultimate collection of cars he finds another one! And he's a partner of it too. Wow. 👍

[@hrt6669]

M1 Look absolutely Gorgeous. You're a Legend Larry. Thank you for showing us a variety of cars video. Amazing how all these cars are spotlessly shinny.

[@Illtechnica]

The crazy part is that I would pass by EAG all the time on Kemper Rd heading to Tri-County Mall years ago. I Never put 2 and 2 together that the E92 collection on Adam LZ's channel was the same person! The work they do is truly next level.

[@Nicktrump1776]

Drew only recently purchased it with Adam and Larry I'm pretty sure

[@jcb3354]

Such a great video, thanks for sharing

[@jamesstein5952]

Tks Larry just stumbled on your site...thanks I"m a BMW Fan had 2002's and raced SCCA BMW's. This dealer is a find as I've been looking for 2013 M3. Thanks much

[@johnnygeorgopoulos4072]

Ok, I'm bouncing out early, Larry's stopping at every E90 and skipping over the _actual_ interesting stuff 😅 (I'm stopping at the frozen white one, so it looks like I made it ⅘ the way through)

[@eddiehp6108]

Adam is gonna raid that e36 parts stash😂😂😂

[@dr.albertgeronimo675]

I thought you'll gonna finish the vlog without noticing the Toyota pick up 😂😂

[@monaro383]

sick video! more please!

[@usrsclark]

Congrats, very cool. If Larry ever forgets how to work a camera, maybe we’ll see him doing rejuvies at EAG now. 😂 Hoped to see a Z4 M Coupe, maybe they’re drying up.

[@davidl2473]

Congrats being part of EAG!

[@trj911]

I'm excited to hear you are part of EAG! I've been following their inventory and growth for years. One of my favorite cars I've ever had was an e39 M5 which I put 180k mikes on. I had lots of fun at Putnam Park and Mid-Ohio in that car! Drive one then drive your Skyline and do a comparison video. Yell if you need help with anything when you are there. I'd love to help with a night shoot!

[@joedaniel8503]

THIS IS INSANITY. So many gems to see😍

[@michaelanderson1026]

He said more adorable 😂. I can't afford a 60 thousand dollar car Larry

[@ChrisKsan]

As I started reading the title "The greatest BMW restoration shop in the world", I was like "Pffff... What?!? Who are these bozos?! M539Restorations ftw!", then I read "EAG" and changed my mind to "Oh, ok. The title is accurate. No error has been made there 😊".

[@flamewarriorfreebern6481]

M1 Larry, M1 Larry 😂😂😂😂

[@MegaRetr]

Glad BMW has never been afraid of color)))

[@bobk3432]

Ron Perry may argue with this video title. For my money, he’s the best e30,e28, e9 restorer in the US.

[@user-di9wu9dl6n]

Ron Perry for sure with his e9 3.0CSL Batman Mobil and Rey at Reyn Speed Shop best BMW Modified Shop.

[@dion_the_entrepreneur]

Let’s take this time to thank Larry for giving us BMW guys/gals this video ❤

[@briandesrocher6882]

Umm Hey has Mike Essa watched this?? Hahaha!!! Love these bespoke brand videos.. How about an AMG next!!

[@chaching713]

Congratulations Larry I used to watch Eric every week!

[@ter3360]

Can't wait to see some rollers and night shots...what an inventory you guy's have. Wish I had something along the lines close to me..

[@88anonimus]

More videos with BMW's, love them 🙏

[@timothywing8604]

Welcome to Ohio, Larry!!! If you are ever up in Cleveland, you'll have to check out our shop here at dorkspeed garage! (Shameless plug! I know!!! lol.)But for real, EAG is a great business. Been a fan for a long time. RIP Eric. :(

[@dposney]

I did a tour with a group around the whole facility a few years ago before Eric passed. Also Larry Chen was in Cincinnati and I had no clue I would have been trying my hardest to meet you!!!

[@user-zf8eh6cz5q]

Im from Munich where the cars were built, great you have the same love for these cars ❤

[@ISLAMICSTORIES13]

such an amazing garage

[@Kim83rlin]

I like the cars inside the garage. =)

[@richiea.9187]

Thank you for this Video ❤beautiful M cars

[@H8FUL4IM]

an immaculate collection😍

[@adnanlatif9007]

Larry Excellent work not see BMW collection like that B4

[@michaelbyers955]

EAG is the truth. Been there on a tour. Great place and organization

[@Skiridr22]

Drew has a crazy collection of BMW’s I have ever seen

[@curttaylor7841]

No rush take your time we’re all learning Thank you !

[@JDR1971]

Not a blue car guy but that Estoril blue E92 is the jam. 😎 Edit: Damn, so many cool cars, so much I want! Edit again: 33:11 black E46 ZHP back there?

[@Bavarian_M]

Great video BMW nerds don’t mind, please make another one.

[@rayg6745]

Damn larry leveled up with that business move !

[@gerryjamesedwards1227]

I love that orange 2002. Gorgeous little car!

[@AndrewC89]

Love the cars EAG has but the prices are outrageous

[@Hords]

PLEASE make a video on the E36 ALMS car that was sitting in the back. It's easily one of the best BMW race cars ever made and i just want to know more about it

[@lhines7166]

Great content.

[@FactoryPsykopath]

I can’t watch the rest of the video because I’m sick to my stomach because I owned 1988 M3 outright and sold it to buy my First Home back in the early 90s

[@dominicbarne5218]

Damn……

[@shannonkayatani3001]

💕mahalo, Larry 🤙. Maybe one day I could own one

[@i976scirocco3]

E39 will always be my favorite. I miss mine everyday !

[@Jlinwoodjackson]

E39’s are my favorite…. Talk about a serious road trip car. The M5 wagons were definitely my dream car, short of a F1 McLaren. The stock supply they have is mind blowing.. wow 🙀😳

[@d1specdrifter]

🎉🎉🎉very noice yo

[@Carreraboy911]

2006 Bimmer forum days were the best, specially the off topic forum 😂 RIP Eric 🙏

[@RexRogers_]

This is sick

[@JaesGarage93]

That Red M1 ❤️🤩

[@mvp_kryptonite]

Larry what are you doing to me! BMW is my middle name. 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@thorvelasco1467]

M359 Restorations must see!

[@tutturankamon]

BLASPHEMY why isnt he invited in the first place?

[@EnthusiastAutoGroupCincinnati]

Agree - we'd welcome Sreten anytime! Seen all the videos with a nod of approval, even the Maserati series. (That didn't have a name, right?)

[@camerondove6306]

As a 1st gen taco owner, that loves bmw, this has made my night

[@BlueDually4x4]

Long videos are cool, shorter videos are cool. I'm here to see cool cars, no matter the brand.

[@robmoore2625]

I love you forever E31 ❤

[@shortblackandmiserable]

Larry the boss

[@dominicbarne5218]

I’ve got an e46 club sport in estoril that would look nice tucked away in between all of those icons

[@660syndicate2]

More BMW content 🔥😤💨

[@robertgoldstein7489]

Actually, the e34 M5 was the first 4-door M sedan that had rear bucket seats. It was an option, but they had them. The e28 M5 did not have a 3-person configuration in the rear. In fact, EAG currently has for sale a Brilliant Red over Silver Grey Leather e34 M5 w/ rear bucket seats.

[@jgordon7719]

They walk around that brilliant red one and I'm still waiting for them to talk about the e34

[@jgordon7719]

Finally!

[@chuckswhip]

That guy Larry Chen knows how to film an infomercial for his brand😮

[@joshuasutton4043]

Should have honored Eric Keller the guy who started and owned eag . In your video . He is a bmw legend was a friend of mine on. Facebook for years met him at October fest .

[@LarryChenPhoto]

Yes, it's something I'm gonna work on with Drew next time I am in Ohio as I've never met Eric. It's absolutely incredible what he built and we want to pay respect to that.

[@JRacer79]

Hey! I see me! This was a great day.

[@cliff4695]

M1 Larry. They are M1's, domt forget that Larry

[@BillyJupiter]

That CRT.. yes please

[@GerardoHernandezF87M2]

This place got huge, I remember buying my m3 from here

[@WayApp]

Wow!

[@BjornPNW]

PLEASE do not apologize for the long video. I wish more KZbinrs would do this. I want to hear everything 👍.

[@Maaaaaax-07]

I need to know how they restore the exterior black trim on the E8x/E9x era, they're soooooo dark !

[@syygnis]

4:20 This was my reaction to when Drew was saying incorrect information about the Red E30 M3 Sport Evo Larry did a video on a little bit ago...

[@meanmistermustard2485]

a bmw dream

[@JosueEscogido]

the Tacoma in the back is the real deal

[@BjornPNW]

I’m interested to know if EAG has ever gotten there hands on a 507. Would love to hear details 🙏.