Edd China is widely recognized for his expertise in the restoration of automotive restoration, Ed and his professional skills are unlimited. He is a car trading expert, social media influencer as well as motor specialist, and inventor. Know the details about Wheeler Dealers star Edd China’s net worth, income sources, and current projects.
Guinness record holder China is well popular for being a presenter and mechanic in the popular Discovery Channel show” Wheelers Dealers.”
One person from studying a tough education course to winning a world record and founding his own company to becoming a famous TV star, Ed China, and his tale full of success and twisted stories is a must-hear.
Edd China is a master mechanic.
“Master Mechanic”, the title might be less for Edd China, but his works, his enthusiasm, and contributions are not limited to certain words. When Ed showcased his impeccable skills in designing, modifying, and restoring cars, fans instantly gave him the name “Master Mechanic.”
Born in 1971 in England, His childhood played a huge role in his mastery and excellence in automobiles. Edd China’s inclinations to the cars, intricacies of machinery, and gadgets, which were seen initially in life, led him to pursue a professional career in the field.
After completing his formal education, it was his enrollment at London South Bank University where he pursued a degree in engineering product design and shaped his trajectory.
His passion for innovation and experimentation blossomed even during his college days, as it was exactly at that time that he embarked on a remarkable project: “Casual Lofa,” a driving sofa.
“Wouldnt it be cool if there were a vehicle that is nothing like a car?”
Mr. Edd China mentioned this in one of his interviews and also shared his fascination with weirdness and trying to renovate the stuff with his creativity.
After his successful trump of Casual Lofa, his entrepreneurial spirit expanded and led him to establish his platform, Cummfy Banana Limited, where enthusiasts can showcase their automotive exploits. Cummfy banana inclined Edd to dig deep into his passion professionally.
His pursuit and commitment to pushing the boundaries of difficulties have given him the title of master mechanic. His deep understanding of mechanics and engineering principles has set him apart and made him stand out.
Edd China on Wheelers Dealers
After Jay Lenos Garage and the show called Top Gear, Ed China gained popular recognition from the famous television show called “Wheelers Dealers”.
After seeing Edd’s Skills, Discovery Network reached out to the Master Mechanic about hosting a new show along with Mike Brewer. Edd Happily accepted the offer, and quickly, the show turned out to be one of the most-watched car TV shows, with more than 800 million total views until 2017.
As a co-host of the show, his focus centered around the restoration and resale of the various cars. His mechanical strength and attention to detail were evident in each episode. He was seen as a presenter of the show for 13 long seasons where his skills to tackle the challenges of engine earned him a bunch of fans worldwide.
Why did Edd China Leave Wheeler Dealer?
“This new direction is not something I am comfortable with as I Feel the corners….. I have concluded that my only option is to let Velocity get on with it, without me”
The statement from Edd China has saddened many of his fans. Edd and his departure from the Wheelers Dealers in 2017 was due to many disagreements with the production team. The issues were regarding the Show format. He expressed his feelings that the proposed changes by velocity to focus more on buying and selling rather than showing the real mechanical work might compromise the integrity of the show.
After his exit, Ant Anstead was hired as a new host for the show, and he hosted the show till 2021. He is also an expert in car building and design and was known for the show called “For the Love of Cars.” Later on, Ant also left the show, and currently, Mark “Elvis” Priestly is hosting the show alongside one original cast of the show, Mike Brewer.
What is Edd China Doing Now After Leaving Wheeler Dealers?
The first thing Edd did after leaving Wheeler dealers was work on his new invention, an electric ice cream truck. After months of hard work and developing a prototype, Edd has been receiving orders for such electric ice cream vans. You can learn more about this Edd’s invention here.
Wheeler dealers are just one small pause for Ed and his mentorship for automotive fans. Edd is using other social media platforms, such as Instagram and YouTube, where he shares updates and glimpses of his projects. He has also been engaging with his fans on his YouTube channel @EddChina.
@Eddchina, the channel boasts more than 1 million loyal subscribers with more than 60 million views as of writing this.
Edd uses these platforms to showcase his skills, from his automotive repairs to DIY projects and reviews. His Memoir called “Crease Junkie: A Book of Moving Parts” in 2019 has shared a deeper insight into life and career in the automotive industry.
He is seen active on his YouTube channel posting various repair videos of engines and parts of an automotive.
Edd China Net worth
As of 2024, Edd China’s total net worth is estimated to be $3 million from his various income sources. With the end of the tv contract, currently, Edd China’s main income source is revenue from his YouTube channel. His merchandise has been one of his income sources. He sells t-shirts and mugs to car parts on his online shop Eddchina.com. Mr. China also sells his merch on his Shopify store called Gereasejunkie
His cars
As car experts by profession, we can imagine how exemplary the car collection in Ed, China, is. Here’s a list of some amazing cars of Ed.
- 1914 V8 Cadillac
- V8 Range Rover L322
- Edd China Toilet
- Casual Lofa built by him
He also possesses the world’s fastest car and the suit known as the bathtub car.
References
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3VkOtFBbU4
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- 3. https://carrestorationshows.com/edd-china-net-worth-house-cars-merch-income-sources/
- 4.https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/edd-china-14463.php
- 5.https://www.topgearbox.com/cars/entertainment/wheeler-dealers/edd-china-leaving-wheeler-dealers-after-13-seasons/
- 6.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEwGjQ-seyA
- 7.https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/20691972/edd-china-leave-wheeler-dealers/
- 8.https://www.eddchina.com/edd-s-electric-ice-cream
- 9.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6_fbb685_4
- 10. https://greasejunkie.myshopify.com/products/
- 11.Eddchina.com
You can contact Edd China at:
- https://www.facebook.com/eddchina/
- https://www.instagram.com/theeddchina/
- https://www.youtube.com/@eddchina