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'''''Wheeler Dealers''''' is a British television series produced by Attaboy TV for the [[Discovery Channel (UK TV channel)|Discovery Channel]], fronted by [[Mike Brewer (television presenter)|Mike Brewer]] and mechanic [[Edd China]]. The premise of the show is that Brewer and China are on a mission to save repairable enthusiast vehicles, by repairing or otherwise improving an example of a particular make and model to a budget, then selling it to a new owner.
'''''Wheeler Dealers''''' is a British television series produced by Attaboy TV for the [[Discovery Channel (UK TV channel)|Discovery Channel]], fronted by [[Mike Brewer (television presenter)|Mike Brewer]] and mechanic [[Edd China]]. The premise of the show is that Brewer and China are on a mission to save repairable enthusiast vehicles, by repairing or otherwise improving an example of a particular make and model to a budget, then selling it to a new owner.


There have so far been eleven series of the programme and three different theme tunes have been used; the current one being Balaclava by [[The Wideboys]]. The previous theme was from V-The Production Library by Music 4. Series 1 originally aired in 2003. The second half of Series 6 was aired in Autumn of 2009 on [[Discovery Real Time]]. Series 5 was renamed to '''''Wheeler Dealers: On the Road'''''; in this series Mike and Edd expanded their car search by heading out into Europe hoping to find classic cars to buy and restore. Beginning with part 2 of Series 8, Mike further expanded their horizon by touring the [[United States]].
There have so far been eleven series of the programme and three different theme tunes have been used; the current one being Balaclava by [[The Wideboys]]. The previous theme was from V-The Production Library by Music 4. Series 1 originally aired in 2003. The second half of Series 6 was aired in Autumn of 2009 on [[Discovery Real Time]]. Series 5 was renamed to '''''Wheeler Dealers: On the Road'''''; in this series Brewer and China expanded their car search by heading out into Europe hoping to find classic cars to buy and restore. Beginning with part 2 of Series 8, Brewer further expanded their horizon by touring the [[United States]].


In April 2013, a spin-off series titled '''''Wheeler Dealers Trading Up''''' was launched. This series was produced by X2 Productions Ltd and has Mike travelling around the world to buy and sell used cars in different countries on a set budget. He begins with $3000 and trades his way through the series up to a Porsche 911. It was recommissioned by Discovery Channel International for a second series where Mike ends up buying a Ferrari. This series does not feature Edd China.
In April 2013, a spin-off series titled '''''Wheeler Dealers Trading Up''''' was launched. This series was produced by X2 Productions Ltd and has Brewer travelling around the world to buy and sell used cars in different countries on a set budget. He begins with $3000 and trades his way through the series up to a Porsche 911. It was recommissioned by Discovery Channel International for a second series where Brewer ends up buying a Ferrari. This series does not feature Edd China.


== Format ==
== Format ==
Each project spans a pair of 30-minute episodes, in which Mike buys a vehicle, turns it over to Edd for repairs, then sells it on. For the first series, the budget was £1000, for Series 2, £2000, and for Series 3, £3000. Budgets in subsequent series have varied, depending on the target vehicle. For example, a £10,000 budget was set on buying and restoring a [[Ferrari GT4|Ferrari Dino 308 GT4]] in Series 6. The £5000 budget concept was dropped from series 8 (2011) onwards and now varies depending on the car. For series 11 (2014), the budget is listed on the show's Discovery UK website as "up to £20,000".
Each project spans a pair of 30-minute episodes, in which Brewer buys a vehicle, turns it over to China for repairs, then sells it on. For the first series, the budget was £1000, for Series 2, £2000, and for Series 3, £3000. Budgets in subsequent series have varied, depending on the target vehicle. For example, a £10,000 budget was set on buying and restoring a [[Ferrari GT4|Ferrari Dino 308 GT4]] in Series 6. The £5000 budget concept was dropped from series 8 (2011) onwards and now varies depending on the car. For series 11 (2014), the budget is listed on the show's Discovery UK website as "up to £20,000".


The presentation for each project usually follows a similar [[TV format]]. Through series 6, the project was presented in two 30-minute episodes. Starting with series 7, the format was changed to a single 1-hour episode.
The presentation for each project usually follows a similar [[TV format]]. Through series 6, the project was presented in two 30-minute episodes. Starting with series 7, the format was changed to a single 1-hour episode.
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Nevertheless, the show is sufficiently in-depth to provide good overviews and insights to buying and improving older enthusiast vehicles.{{citation needed|date=June 2014}}
Nevertheless, the show is sufficiently in-depth to provide good overviews and insights to buying and improving older enthusiast vehicles.{{citation needed|date=June 2014}}


Sometimes, painting is done by hand using a [[Aerosol paint|spray-can]] in their workshop instead of going to professional painting workshop. This is usually reserved for vehicles where only a portion of the vehicle needs painting, or where the part being painted has little effect on the overall appearance. When Edd and/or Mike consider that the appearance of the paint will make a notable difference to the sale value, professional painting is undertaken. When the respray is carried out by others, it is usual for Edd to do the majority if not all of the preparation work prior to painting.
Sometimes, painting is done by hand using a [[Aerosol paint|spray-can]] in their workshop instead of going to professional painting workshop. This is usually reserved for vehicles where only a portion of the vehicle needs painting, or where the part being painted has little effect on the overall appearance. When China and/or Brewer consider that the appearance of the paint will make a notable difference to the sale value, professional painting is undertaken. When the respray is carried out by others, it is usual for China to do the majority if not all of the preparation work prior to painting.


Also addressed on each vehicle are its service history, bodywork defects (e.g. rust, dents), worn-out interiors and accessories. Vehicles that have either been inactive for long periods of time or purchased from outside the UK are restored and modified to pass the country's strict [[MOT test]]s.
Also addressed on each vehicle are its service history, bodywork defects (e.g. rust, dents), worn-out interiors and accessories. Vehicles that have either been inactive for long periods of time or purchased from outside the UK are restored and modified to pass the country's strict [[MOT test]]s.


=== First half ===
=== First half ===
* Mike starts with a budget to buy and then fix up a vehicle.
* Brewer starts with a budget to buy and then fix up a vehicle.
* Mike gives a brief history of the merits of the chosen model of vehicle.
* Brewer gives a brief history of the merits of the chosen model of vehicle.
* Mike locates, test drives, negotiates for and buys the vehicle (usually sealed with a handshake and Mike triumphantly expressing to camera that he's just bought a <name of vehicle>.
* Brewer locates, test drives, negotiates for and buys the vehicle (usually sealed with a handshake and Brewer triumphantly expressing to camera that he's just bought a <name of vehicle>.
** (Starting from series 5, prospective cars Mike wanted to buy, but needed too much work, were shown. This also took place in Series 1, Episode 7)
** (Starting from series 5, prospective cars Brewer wanted to buy, but needed too much work, were shown. This also took place in Series 1, Episode 7)
* Mike turns the vehicle over to Edd, and together they assess its needs, sometimes (but not always) with Edd criticizing Mike's choice of vehicle as being too dilapidated and needing too much work.
* Brewer turns the vehicle over to China, and together they assess its needs, sometimes (but not always) with China criticizing Brewer's choice of vehicle as being too dilapidated and needing too much work.
** (Series 1-4 featured a camera trick that had "multiple clones" of Edd surveying the vehicle. This was dropped from series 5 onwards.)
** (Series 1-4 featured a camera trick that had "multiple clones" of China surveying the vehicle. This was dropped from series 5 onwards.)
* Edd begins work, providing assessments of the work and its challenges.
* China begins work, providing assessments of the work and its challenges.
* Mike stops by Edd's shop for an overview of progress, and expenditures are reviewed. Often, Mike ridicules Edd on his work if he has overspent on replacement parts or repairs, the car looks unchanged or has been disassembled or prepped for a respray.
* Brewer stops by China's shop for an overview of progress, and expenditures are reviewed. Often, Brewer ridicules China on his work if he has overspent on replacement parts or repairs, the car looks unchanged or has been disassembled or prepped for a respray.


=== Second half ===
=== Second half ===
* A quick review of the first episode (for series where each project is split into 2 episodes)
* A quick review of the first episode (for series where each project is split into 2 episodes)
* Mike (often) goes on a field trip to procure some required parts.
* Brewer (often) goes on a field trip to procure some required parts.
* Mike interviews an owner of a similar vehicle in top condition, then drives and comments on the car.
* Brewer interviews an owner of a similar vehicle in top condition, then drives and comments on the car.
** (This feature was dropped from series 5 onwards.)
** (This feature was dropped from series 5 onwards.)
* Edd finishes the work on the project vehicle which is subsequently shown on a revolving turntable.
* China finishes the work on the project vehicle which is subsequently shown on a revolving turntable.
* Mike returns to the workshop and discusses the finished vehicle with Edd.
* Brewer returns to the workshop and discusses the finished vehicle with China.
* There is a final tally of expenditures.
* There is a final tally of expenditures.
* Mike drives the completed car, assessing improvements.
* Brewer drives the completed car, assessing improvements.
** (Starting from series 5, Mike and Edd test drive the finished vehicle together and discuss its resale value.)
** (Starting from series 5, Brewer and China test drive the finished vehicle together and discuss its resale value.)
* Mike sells the vehicle to a new owner (after the inevitable haggling). The deal is sealed when Mike says "Hold out your hand, you've just bought a <name of vehicle>!" and shakes the new buyer's hand.
* Brewer sells the vehicle to a new owner (after the inevitable haggling). The deal is sealed when Brewer says "Hold out your hand, you've just bought a <name of vehicle>!" and shakes the new buyer's hand.
* Mike summarises what the final selling price and profit is (or in rare instances what the loss is) and usually states that they have saved another vehicle to be enjoyed by the new owner.
* Brewer summarises what the final selling price and profit is (or in rare instances what the loss is) and usually states that they have saved another vehicle to be enjoyed by the new owner.
** (Starting from series 5, prospective buyers that failed to buy the car are shown.)
** (Starting from series 5, prospective buyers that failed to buy the car are shown.)


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[[Edd China]] is the show's mechanic, who does much of the restoration and mechanical/servicing work, and gives viewers tips on how to sort out and solve various car problems, as well as estimate how much a garage would charge for such repairs.
[[Edd China]] is the show's mechanic, who does much of the restoration and mechanical/servicing work, and gives viewers tips on how to sort out and solve various car problems, as well as estimate how much a garage would charge for such repairs.


Paul Brackley, the series' technical advisor, makes sporadic appearances to assist Edd in carrying heavy parts or equipment in the garage, when Edd needs additional assistance (such as when Edd is bleeding brake/clutch fluid or checking exhaust while a vehicle is running), and helping Mike tow non-running or non-MOT-compliant vehicles to the shop.
Paul Brackley, the series' technical advisor, makes sporadic appearances to assist China in carrying heavy parts or equipment in the garage, when China needs additional assistance (such as when China is bleeding brake/clutch fluid or checking exhaust while a vehicle is running), and helping Brewer tow non-running or non-MOT-compliant vehicles to the shop.


=== Guest appearances on other shows ===
=== Guest appearances on other shows ===
While buying more American cars for the show, Mike Brewer drops in on [[Chip Foose]] during the 2 June 2013 episode of ''[[Overhaulin']]'', where Chip shows Mike the 1972 [[Lotus Europa]] he is customizing.
While buying more American cars for the show, Mike Brewer drops in on [[Chip Foose]] during the 2 June 2013 episode of ''[[Overhaulin']]'', where Chip shows Brewer the 1972 [[Lotus Europa]] he is customizing.


== Cars for sale ==
== Cars for sale ==
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[[Discovery (TV channel)|Discovery U.S.]]'s [[Velocity (TV channel)|Velocity]] channel commissioned a series of one hour ''Wheeler Dealers: Top 5'' Specials hosted by Mike Brewer, featuring the top five vehicles of each genre Mike and Edd have worked on during the first nine years of the show. The specials began airing 5 June 2013, on the way to a Top 5 Viewer's Choice finale on 3 July 2013.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://velocity.discovery.com/tv-shows/tv-schedule.htm |title=Velocity TV schedule}}</ref>
[[Discovery (TV channel)|Discovery U.S.]]'s [[Velocity (TV channel)|Velocity]] channel commissioned a series of one hour ''Wheeler Dealers: Top 5'' Specials hosted by Mike Brewer, featuring the top five vehicles of each genre Brewer and China have worked on during the first nine years of the show. The specials began airing 5 June 2013, on the way to a Top 5 Viewer's Choice finale on 3 July 2013.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://velocity.discovery.com/tv-shows/tv-schedule.htm |title=Velocity TV schedule}}</ref>
These episodes have been shown in the UK on the Discovery Channel at the end of season 11.1 and started on 5 May 2014.
These episodes have been shown in the UK on the Discovery Channel at the end of season 11.1 and started on 5 May 2014.


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*The car was washed for $5
*The car was washed for $5
*Mike had to replace the starter motor for $20
*Brewer had to replace the starter motor for $20
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*The car was shipped over to the UK and got stuck out at sea
*The car was shipped over to the UK and got stuck out at sea
*Mike had to get the car serviced to drive on UK roads
*Brewer had to get the car serviced to drive on UK roads
*Transport & service cost Mike $1,050
*Transport & service cost Brewer $1,050
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*The car was shipped over to Sweden from the UK
*The car was shipped over to Sweden from the UK
*Repair & transport cost $808
*Repair & transport cost $808
*Mike had to refund the buyer $2,300, as the engine was not as advertised
*Brewer had to refund the buyer $2,300, as the engine was not as advertised
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*Mike had to get the [[Motor-vehicle inspection (Japan)|''Shaken'']] certificate for the car to be road legal, which cost Mike $1,516
*Brewer had to get the [[Motor-vehicle inspection (Japan)|''Shaken'']] certificate for the car to be road legal, which cost Brewer $1,516
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*The car had a faulty alternator, so Mike had to make the decision to put it straight back into auction and cost $1,435
*The car had a faulty alternator, so Brewer had to make the decision to put it straight back into auction and cost $1,435
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*Mike had to replace a flat tyre for $500 - including fuel
*Brewer had to replace a flat tyre for $500 - including fuel
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*The car was shipped over to Dubai from the USA
*The car was shipped over to Dubai from the USA
*Got stuck out at sea, resulting in Mike having no money to buy a car
*Got stuck out at sea, resulting in Brewer having no money to buy a car
*Mike had to get the car registered car for Dubai (cost: $100)
*Brewer had to get the car registered car for Dubai (cost: $100)
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*Mike had no money and had to persuade dealer to 'sell' him the car on trust and that Mike would pay him back after the car had been sold on
*Brewer had no money and had to persuade dealer to 'sell' him the car on trust and that Brewer would pay him back after the car had been sold on
*The car was washed, the engine steam cleaned and headlamps polished for $100
*The car was washed, the engine steam cleaned and headlamps polished for $100
*New window tints were added for $350
*New window tints were added for $350
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*Mike went to a scrapyard where he found a second hand driver-side mirror and headlamp for $80
*Brewer went to a scrapyard where he found a second hand driver-side mirror and headlamp for $80
*Mike changed the parts and resprayed the bumper himself in order to cut the costs
*Brewer changed the parts and resprayed the bumper himself in order to cut the costs
*Mike sourced out second hand camping equipment and bought it for around $135
*Brewer sourced out second hand camping equipment and bought it for around $135
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*Mike had the car repainted for $450
*Brewer had the car repainted for $450
*Mike's friend, Richard put the car in his showroom to attract attention
*Brewer's friend, Richard put the car in his showroom to attract attention
*The first bid on the Mazda was $5,130 with $480 profit, but in the end the deal was called off
*The first bid on the Mazda was $5,130 with $480 profit, but in the end the deal was called off
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*Mike had to pay for the car via his credit card as there hadn't been a sale with the Mazda at this point
*Brewer had to pay for the car via his credit card as there hadn't been a sale with the Mazda at this point
*The car was detailed and the calipers were painted for $450
*The car was detailed and the calipers were painted for $450
*The car was sold to one of the mechanics who was working on the car
*The car was sold to one of the mechanics who was working on the car
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*The car was shipped to UK in a container with a cost of $1,280
*The car was shipped to UK in a container with a cost of $1,280
*Mike had to register the car in the UK for $88
*Brewer had to register the car in the UK for $88
*The floor panel was repaired
*The floor panel was repaired
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*Mike converted the car back into a road car; doors, seats, road roll cage and new 7 badge were put back on
*Brewer converted the car back into a road car; doors, seats, road roll cage and new 7 badge were put back on
*Racing roll cage, racing seats, transponder and racing stickers were removed from the car and sold for $900
*Racing roll cage, racing seats, transponder and racing stickers were removed from the car and sold for $900
*Andy charged $160 for helping Mike
*Andy charged $160 for helping Brewer
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*As Mike was driving the car he noticed that the SRS light was showing, this was due to a loose plug on the passenger side causing an open airbag circuit. This was fixed for $80
*As Brewer was driving the car he noticed that the SRS light was showing, this was due to a loose plug on the passenger side causing an open airbag circuit. This was fixed for $80
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*The expert considered that the car has more than 80% of the original parts and can be registered as a collectors car (with black number plates). This cost Mike $435
*The expert considered that the car has more than 80% of the original parts and can be registered as a collectors car (with black number plates). This cost Brewer $435
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*The buying price included two new front wings replacements, which cost $65 to replace them
*The buying price included two new front wings replacements, which cost $65 to replace them
*The old front wings were taken to a scrapyard and Mike got $17
*The old front wings were taken to a scrapyard and Brewer got $17
*The mechanic that fitted the wings ended up buying the car
*The mechanic that fitted the wings ended up buying the car
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*Electric pick-up installed to replace the original one, increasing the BHP from 145 to 195, this cost Mike $440
*Electric pick-up installed to replace the original one, increasing the BHP from 145 to 195, this cost Brewer $440
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*Mike bought a chrome plated grill, front bumper and front light framing for $850
*Brewer bought a chrome plated grill, front bumper and front light framing for $850
*Other ornaments and badges were sandblasted for $90
*Other ornaments and badges were sandblasted for $90
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*Mike refurbished the cracked steering wheel
*Brewer refurbished the cracked steering wheel
*The wheels were steam cleaned, engine bay chemically cleaned and tyres dressed
*The wheels were steam cleaned, engine bay chemically cleaned and tyres dressed
*A whole new braking system had to be installed
*A whole new braking system had to be installed
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*Mike sold the truck to a military dealer in the UK via a video call, before he even bought it.
*Brewer sold the truck to a military dealer in the UK via a video call, before he even bought it.
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*Mike offered to service the scooter himself to lower the purchase price
*Brewer offered to service the scooter himself to lower the purchase price
*The aftermarket luggage rack removed
*The aftermarket luggage rack removed
*The carburettor was refurbished and cleaned up
*The carburettor was refurbished and cleaned up
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*The car was purchased in [[Menton]], [[France]], due to the high demand of re-importing Delta Integrales from other countries
*The car was purchased in [[Menton]], [[France]], due to the high demand of re-importing Delta Integrales from other countries
*The paint was touched up by Mike due to damage from stone chips
*The paint was touched up by Brewer due to damage from stone chips
*Mike's trader contact ended up buying the car as a trade when the potential buyers failed to turn up.
*Brewer's trader contact ended up buying the car as a trade when the potential buyers failed to turn up.
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== Other vehicles ==
== Other vehicles ==
For ''Wheeler Dealers'', Mike has used a number of vehicles to travel to the sites of the prospective vehicles and/or tow them if they are not in running order. Mike has been using a [[Mitsubishi Pajero#Fourth generation (2006–present)|Mitsubishi Shogun]] to travel around England since series 9 (2012). For Series 10b, when Mike traveled to [[Poland]] to purchase a [[Lamborghini Urraco]] P250S, he rented a Polish-registered grey [[Land Rover Discovery#Discovery 3 / LR3|Land Rover Discovery 3]]; when he returned to Poland to buy the FSM Syrena 105L, he rented a Polish-registered black [[Land Rover Discovery#Discovery 3 / LR3|Land Rover Discovery 3]]. In the U.S. to purchase the Chevrolet Corvette C2 Sting Ray and Cadillac Coupe de Ville, he rented and used an American-registered grey [[Chevrolet Suburban#2007 – Current (GMT900)|Chevrolet Suburban]]. For Series 11 In the U.S., he rented a silver [[Chevrolet Suburban#2007 – Current (GMT900)|Chevrolet Suburban]], a dark red [[Cadillac SRX]], a white [[Mazda CX-9]] and a black [[Nissan Armada]]. For Series 9a, when Mike traveled to [[Italy]] to purchase the Fiat Dino, he rented and used an Italian-registered silver [[Ford Kuga]]. For Series 8b in the U.S., Mike rented three silver [[Ford Expedition#Expedition EL / Max|Ford Expedition EL]] to go and see the cars except for the last episode where he used a black [[Chevrolet Tahoe#2007 – Current (GMT900)|Chevrolet Tahoe]]. In Series 9b, when Mike returned to the U.S. to purchase the Willys MB and Ford Mustang Fastback, he rented and used an American-registered grey Expedition EL. For Series 8a, he used a black [[Nissan X-Trail]]. Vehicles used by Mike in previous series include a dark turquoise [[Nissan Primera#P12 (2002–2008)|Nissan Primera Estate]], a blue [[Subaru Legacy (fourth generation)|Subaru Legacy Estate]], a red [[Honda Accord (Japan and Europe seventh generation)|Honda Accord Tourer]], a black [[SsangYong Rexton#Second generation (2006–present)|SsangYong Rexton II]], a dark blue [[SsangYong Kyron]], a black [[Land Rover Discovery#Discovery 4 / LR4|Land Rover Discovery 4]], a blue X-Trail and a light blue [[Ford Kuga]]. When Mike traveled to [[France]] to purchase the Citroën DS, he rented a French-registered black [[Opel Zafira]]; he rented a newer version of the [[Opel Zafira#Zafira B|Zafira]] when he returned to France to buy the Renault Alpine A310. Mike used a French-registered silver [[Toyota Corolla Verso#Third generation (2004-2009)|Toyota Corolla Verso]] when he traveled to France to buy a Citroen 2CV. When Mike Traveled to [[Netherlands]] to purchase the BMW Z1, he use a British-registered orange [[Ford Transit]] which is his friend's van.
For ''Wheeler Dealers'', Brewer has used a number of vehicles to travel to the sites of the prospective vehicles and/or tow them if they are not in running order. Brewer has been using a [[Mitsubishi Pajero#Fourth generation (2006–present)|Mitsubishi Shogun]] to travel around England since series 9 (2012). For Series 10b, when Brewer traveled to [[Poland]] to purchase a [[Lamborghini Urraco]] P250S, he rented a Polish-registered grey [[Land Rover Discovery#Discovery 3 / LR3|Land Rover Discovery 3]]; when he returned to Poland to buy the FSM Syrena 105L, he rented a Polish-registered black [[Land Rover Discovery#Discovery 3 / LR3|Land Rover Discovery 3]]. In the U.S. to purchase the Chevrolet Corvette C2 Sting Ray and Cadillac Coupe de Ville, he rented and used an American-registered grey [[Chevrolet Suburban#2007 – Current (GMT900)|Chevrolet Suburban]]. For Series 11 In the U.S., he rented a silver [[Chevrolet Suburban#2007 – Current (GMT900)|Chevrolet Suburban]], a dark red [[Cadillac SRX]], a white [[Mazda CX-9]] and a black [[Nissan Armada]]. For Series 9a, when Brewer traveled to [[Italy]] to purchase the Fiat Dino, he rented and used an Italian-registered silver [[Ford Kuga]]. For Series 8b in the U.S., Brewer rented three silver [[Ford Expedition#Expedition EL / Max|Ford Expedition EL]] to go and see the cars except for the last episode where he used a black [[Chevrolet Tahoe#2007 – Current (GMT900)|Chevrolet Tahoe]]. In Series 9b, when Brewer returned to the U.S. to purchase the Willys MB and Ford Mustang Fastback, he rented and used an American-registered grey Expedition EL. For Series 8a, he used a black [[Nissan X-Trail]]. Vehicles used by Brewer in previous series include a dark turquoise [[Nissan Primera#P12 (2002–2008)|Nissan Primera Estate]], a blue [[Subaru Legacy (fourth generation)|Subaru Legacy Estate]], a red [[Honda Accord (Japan and Europe seventh generation)|Honda Accord Tourer]], a black [[SsangYong Rexton#Second generation (2006–present)|SsangYong Rexton II]], a dark blue [[SsangYong Kyron]], a black [[Land Rover Discovery#Discovery 4 / LR4|Land Rover Discovery 4]], a blue X-Trail and a light blue [[Ford Kuga]]. When Brewer traveled to [[France]] to purchase the Citroën DS, he rented a French-registered black [[Opel Zafira]]; he rented a newer version of the [[Opel Zafira#Zafira B|Zafira]] when he returned to France to buy the Renault Alpine A310. Brewer used a French-registered silver [[Toyota Corolla Verso#Third generation (2004-2009)|Toyota Corolla Verso]] when he traveled to France to buy a Citroen 2CV. When Brewer traveled to the [[Netherlands]] to purchase the BMW Z1, he uses a British-registered orange [[Ford Transit]] which is his friend's van.


For ''Trading Up'', Mike rode a white [[Toyota Fortuner]] owned by a used car dealer in India. In Dubai, Mike's contact drove him around in a white [[Ferrari F430]]. In Texas, Mike rode a grey [[Chevrolet Corvette C2]]. Taxicabs featured in the series include a yellow Hindustan Ambassador Grand and a green and yellow [[Bajaj Auto|Bajaj]] RE in India, a black LTC TX4 in the UK, a black [[Toyota Crown Comfort]] in Japan, a yellow and red Volkswagen Sedan Type 1 in Mexico, a white [[Ford Falcon]] in Australia, a white Chevrolet Onix Sedan in Brazil, a yellow [[Dodge Charger]] in Texas, and a yellow [[Fiat 600 Multipla]] in Italy. For Hire Cars, he rented a Black [[Mitsubishi Pajero#Fourth generation (2006–present)|Mitsubishi Shogun]] in the UK, a black [[Chrysler Grand Voyager]] in Brazil, a dark red [[GMC Yukon]] in Texas, a grey [[Land Rover Discovery#Discovery 3 / LR3|Land Rover Discovery 3]] in Poland, and a white [[Fiat 500 (2007)|Fiat 500]] in Italy. In Poland when Mike is taking the Fiat 126p to get vinyl wrapped, he borrows a grey [[Opel Movano]], to carry the car to the vinyl wrapping shop.
For ''Trading Up'', Brewer rode a white [[Toyota Fortuner]] owned by a used car dealer in India. In Dubai, Brewer's contact drove him around in a white [[Ferrari F430]]. In Texas, Brewer rode a grey [[Chevrolet Corvette C2]]. Taxicabs featured in the series include a yellow Hindustan Ambassador Grand and a green and yellow [[Bajaj Auto|Bajaj]] RE in India, a black LTC TX4 in the UK, a black [[Toyota Crown Comfort]] in Japan, a yellow and red Volkswagen Sedan Type 1 in Mexico, a white [[Ford Falcon]] in Australia, a white Chevrolet Onix Sedan in Brazil, a yellow [[Dodge Charger]] in Texas, and a yellow [[Fiat 600 Multipla]] in Italy. For Hire Cars, he rented a Black [[Mitsubishi Pajero#Fourth generation (2006–present)|Mitsubishi Shogun]] in the UK, a black [[Chrysler Grand Voyager]] in Brazil, a dark red [[GMC Yukon]] in Texas, a grey [[Land Rover Discovery#Discovery 3 / LR3|Land Rover Discovery 3]] in Poland, and a white [[Fiat 500 (2007)|Fiat 500]] in Italy. In Poland when Brewer is taking the Fiat 126p to get vinyl wrapped, he borrows a grey [[Opel Movano]], to carry the car to the vinyl wrapping shop.


For ''Wheeler Dealers: Top 5'' U.S. specials, Mike stands in Edd's shop, in front of a red [[Chevrolet Corvette C2]].
For ''Wheeler Dealers: Top 5'' U.S. specials, Brewer stands in China's shop, in front of a red [[Chevrolet Corvette C2]].


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Wheeler Dealers
Series 9 title card
Presented byMike Brewer
Edd China
Theme music composerThe Wideboys
Opening themeBalaclava
Country of originUnited Kingdom
No. of series11
No. of episodes141 (as of 13 October 2014)
List of episodes
Production
Running time30 minutes (Series 1-6)
60 minutes (Series 7-)
Production companyAttaboy TV (Wheeler Dealers) X2 Productions (Trading Up)
Original release
NetworkDiscovery Real Time (2003-2010)
Discovery Channel (2011-present)
Release7 October 2003 (2003-10-07) –
present

Wheeler Dealers is a British television series produced by Attaboy TV for the Discovery Channel, fronted by Mike Brewer and mechanic Edd China. The premise of the show is that Brewer and China are on a mission to save repairable enthusiast vehicles, by repairing or otherwise improving an example of a particular make and model to a budget, then selling it to a new owner.

There have so far been eleven series of the programme and three different theme tunes have been used; the current one being Balaclava by The Wideboys. The previous theme was from V-The Production Library by Music 4. Series 1 originally aired in 2003. The second half of Series 6 was aired in Autumn of 2009 on Discovery Real Time. Series 5 was renamed to Wheeler Dealers: On the Road; in this series Brewer and China expanded their car search by heading out into Europe hoping to find classic cars to buy and restore. Beginning with part 2 of Series 8, Brewer further expanded their horizon by touring the United States.

In April 2013, a spin-off series titled Wheeler Dealers Trading Up was launched. This series was produced by X2 Productions Ltd and has Brewer travelling around the world to buy and sell used cars in different countries on a set budget. He begins with $3000 and trades his way through the series up to a Porsche 911. It was recommissioned by Discovery Channel International for a second series where Brewer ends up buying a Ferrari. This series does not feature Edd China.

Format

Each project spans a pair of 30-minute episodes, in which Brewer buys a vehicle, turns it over to China for repairs, then sells it on. For the first series, the budget was £1000, for Series 2, £2000, and for Series 3, £3000. Budgets in subsequent series have varied, depending on the target vehicle. For example, a £10,000 budget was set on buying and restoring a Ferrari Dino 308 GT4 in Series 6. The £5000 budget concept was dropped from series 8 (2011) onwards and now varies depending on the car. For series 11 (2014), the budget is listed on the show's Discovery UK website as "up to £20,000".

The presentation for each project usually follows a similar TV format. Through series 6, the project was presented in two 30-minute episodes. Starting with series 7, the format was changed to a single 1-hour episode.

Summary

The show was created with a DIYer in mind. The costs, and thus any profit or loss for a given project, are assessed without consideration of the labour costs of mechanic Edd China (the assumption is that a well-equipped and able enthusiast could complete all work himself) but if repairs require professional help, like a body resprays or windscreen replacements, they are added to the final cost.

Nevertheless, the show is sufficiently in-depth to provide good overviews and insights to buying and improving older enthusiast vehicles.[citation needed]

Sometimes, painting is done by hand using a spray-can in their workshop instead of going to professional painting workshop. This is usually reserved for vehicles where only a portion of the vehicle needs painting, or where the part being painted has little effect on the overall appearance. When China and/or Brewer consider that the appearance of the paint will make a notable difference to the sale value, professional painting is undertaken. When the respray is carried out by others, it is usual for China to do the majority if not all of the preparation work prior to painting.

Also addressed on each vehicle are its service history, bodywork defects (e.g. rust, dents), worn-out interiors and accessories. Vehicles that have either been inactive for long periods of time or purchased from outside the UK are restored and modified to pass the country's strict MOT tests.

First half

  • Brewer starts with a budget to buy and then fix up a vehicle.
  • Brewer gives a brief history of the merits of the chosen model of vehicle.
  • Brewer locates, test drives, negotiates for and buys the vehicle (usually sealed with a handshake and Brewer triumphantly expressing to camera that he's just bought a <name of vehicle>.
    • (Starting from series 5, prospective cars Brewer wanted to buy, but needed too much work, were shown. This also took place in Series 1, Episode 7)
  • Brewer turns the vehicle over to China, and together they assess its needs, sometimes (but not always) with China criticizing Brewer's choice of vehicle as being too dilapidated and needing too much work.
    • (Series 1-4 featured a camera trick that had "multiple clones" of China surveying the vehicle. This was dropped from series 5 onwards.)
  • China begins work, providing assessments of the work and its challenges.
  • Brewer stops by China's shop for an overview of progress, and expenditures are reviewed. Often, Brewer ridicules China on his work if he has overspent on replacement parts or repairs, the car looks unchanged or has been disassembled or prepped for a respray.

Second half

  • A quick review of the first episode (for series where each project is split into 2 episodes)
  • Brewer (often) goes on a field trip to procure some required parts.
  • Brewer interviews an owner of a similar vehicle in top condition, then drives and comments on the car.
    • (This feature was dropped from series 5 onwards.)
  • China finishes the work on the project vehicle which is subsequently shown on a revolving turntable.
  • Brewer returns to the workshop and discusses the finished vehicle with China.
  • There is a final tally of expenditures.
  • Brewer drives the completed car, assessing improvements.
    • (Starting from series 5, Brewer and China test drive the finished vehicle together and discuss its resale value.)
  • Brewer sells the vehicle to a new owner (after the inevitable haggling). The deal is sealed when Brewer says "Hold out your hand, you've just bought a <name of vehicle>!" and shakes the new buyer's hand.
  • Brewer summarises what the final selling price and profit is (or in rare instances what the loss is) and usually states that they have saved another vehicle to be enjoyed by the new owner.
    • (Starting from series 5, prospective buyers that failed to buy the car are shown.)

Cast

Mike Brewer uses his skills as a former car trader to scout and buy used cars to be restored and sold for profit.

Edd China is the show's mechanic, who does much of the restoration and mechanical/servicing work, and gives viewers tips on how to sort out and solve various car problems, as well as estimate how much a garage would charge for such repairs.

Paul Brackley, the series' technical advisor, makes sporadic appearances to assist China in carrying heavy parts or equipment in the garage, when China needs additional assistance (such as when China is bleeding brake/clutch fluid or checking exhaust while a vehicle is running), and helping Brewer tow non-running or non-MOT-compliant vehicles to the shop.

Guest appearances on other shows

While buying more American cars for the show, Mike Brewer drops in on Chip Foose during the 2 June 2013 episode of Overhaulin', where Chip shows Brewer the 1972 Lotus Europa he is customizing.

Cars for sale

Attaboy TV is now offering cars featured on the show for sale through Wheeler Dealers' Discovery page.[1]

Air Dates

Wheeler Dealers

Series Episodes Originally aired
Series premiere Series finale
1 12 7 October 2003 11 November 2003
2 12 10 August 2004 16 September 2004
3 12 23 August 2005 4 October 2005
4 12 29 August 2006 3 October 2006
5 12 28 October 2008 6 December 2008
6 10 5 May 2009 17 November 2009
7 10 4 May 2010 9 November 2010
8 10 5 April 2011 1 November 2011
9 15 20 March 2012 6 November 2012
10 12 19 February 2013 22 October 2013
11 14 17 March 2014 13 October 2014
12 23 March 2015[2]

Trading Up

Series Episodes Originally aired
Series premiere Series finale
1 6 2 April 2013 7 May 2013
2 6 6 August 2014 10 September 2014

Sweden Special

On 2 April 2012, the Swedish version of the Discovery Channel aired a special episode called Wheeler Dealers Sverige Special (Wheeler Dealers Sweden Special).[3] In this episode, the Swedish presenters bought a Ford Mustang for 55,000 SEK. After having to refurbish the brake calipers, swap the engine and giving the car a new paint job, they were able to sell it for 135,000 SEK, giving them a total profit of 28,000 SEK. It is unclear whether Discovery Channel are planning on making this into a full series or just this episode.

U.S. Top 5 Specials

Series Episodes Originally aired
Series premiere Series finale
1 5 5 June 2013 3 July 2013

Discovery U.S.'s Velocity channel commissioned a series of one hour Wheeler Dealers: Top 5 Specials hosted by Mike Brewer, featuring the top five vehicles of each genre Brewer and China have worked on during the first nine years of the show. The specials began airing 5 June 2013, on the way to a Top 5 Viewer's Choice finale on 3 July 2013.[4] These episodes have been shown in the UK on the Discovery Channel at the end of season 11.1 and started on 5 May 2014.

[check quotation syntax]! Episode
Top 5 Originally Aired
1 80s Icons 5 June 2013 (2013-06-05)
5) Lancia Delta HF Integrale 8v (2006)

4) Peugeot 205 GTi 1.9 (2004)
3) Chevrolet Corvette C4 (2007)
2) Audi Quattro (2009)
1) DeLorean DMC-12 (2011)

2 American Icons 12 June 2013 (2013-06-12)
5) Dodge Charger (2011)

4) Chevrolet 3100 Stepside (2011)
3) Ford Mustang Fastback (2012)
2) Willys MB (2012)
1) Chevrolet BelAir 210 (2011)

3 Micro Cars 19 June 2013 (2013-06-19)
5) Mini Moke (2011)

4) Lotus Elan S3 (2010)
3) Fiat 500 (2008)
2) BMW Isetta 300 (2012)
1) Austin Mini Mk1 (2003)

4 Performance Cars 26 June 2013 (2013-06-26)
5) Porsche 944 Turbo (2009)

4) Ford Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth (2010)
3) BMW M5 E39 (2012)
2) Lotus Esprit S3 (2008)
1) Nissan Skyline R33 (2012)

5 Viewer's Choice 3 July 2013 (2013-07-03)
5) Volkswagen Type 2 T2 (2010)

4) Jaguar E-Type Series 3 (2011)
3) Morgan +4 (2012)
2) Ferrari Dino 308 GT4 (2009)
1) Gardner Douglas Cobra (2012)

Episodes

As at May 2014 a total of 134 episodes have been shown. For the episode guide see List of Wheeler Dealers episodes

Trading Up

Wheeler Dealers
Presented byMike Brewer
Country of originUnited Kingdom
No. of series2
No. of episodes12
Production
Running time60 minutes
Production companyX2 Productions Ltd
Original release
NetworkDiscovery Channel
Release2 April 2013 (2013-04-02) –
present

Series 1 (2013)

In this series made by X2 Productions Ltd, Mike Brewer navigates his way through the culture and idiosyncrasies of the international used car trade, traveling to different countries. Starting with a budget of US$3,000, he attempts to transform his first purchase into a succession of real deals working his way up to his goal: a US$30,000 luxury sports car. Episodes 1-3 and 5-6 directly connect with each other, with the final car of the former episode being sold in the latter episode.[5] In the United States, airings on Velocity began on 10 July 2013.

# Location Vehicle Budget Purchase Price Additional
Costs
Final Selling Price Profit / Loss UK Air Date UK Viewers (million)
1 Kolkata, India Maruti Suzuki Alto LX $3,000 $2,150 $2,550 $400 2 April 2013 0.15
  • The car was bought off the street, and sold via a newspaper classified
Tata Indigo Marina $3,400 $2,350 $25 $2,850 $475
  • The car was washed for $5
  • Brewer had to replace the starter motor for $20
Hindustan Ambassador Classic $3,875 $3,600 $1,050 $7,600 $2,950
2 London, Herefordshire
and Newark, UK
  • The car was shipped over to the UK and got stuck out at sea
  • Brewer had to get the car serviced to drive on UK roads
  • Transport & service cost Brewer $1,050
9 April 2013 0.21
Triumph Spitfire Mk IV Convertible $3,000 $2,400 $3,450 $1,050
  • New seat foam was installed on the seats
  • The wheels were replaced with refurbished wire units
Land Rover 90 Defender $4,050 $4,100 $5,825 $1,725
  • New front grille and headlamp covers were installed
  • Wheels replaced with refurbished black alloy units
1967 Chevrolet El Camino $9,600 $9,600 $808 $9,900 -$508
3 Gothenburg, Uddevalla,
Malmö and Fjällbacka,
Sweden
  • The car was shipped over to Sweden from the UK
  • Repair & transport cost $808
  • Brewer had to refund the buyer $2,300, as the engine was not as advertised
16 April 2013 0.26
EPA-Traktor (Volvo Duett) $11,392 $3,000 $9 $3,302 $293
  • Fuel pump was replaced cost $9
Saab 96 $11,685 $1,850 $23 $2,460 $587
  • The wheel hubs were cleaned and repainted, cost $23
Volvo P1800 $12,272 $11,200 $525 $14,400 $2,675
  • Right-hand-drive model
  • The car was shipped over to the UK from Sweden, cost $525
4 Tokyo, Japan Daihatsu Tanto $12,649 $11,070 $640 $12,820 $1,110 23 April 2013 0.19
  • The car was washed, clay-barred and polished
  • Repaired all scratches on front bumper, cost $640
Nissan Stagea 250 RX $13,759 $4,225 $1,516 $7,692 $1,951
  • Brewer had to get the Shaken certificate for the car to be road legal, which cost Brewer $1,516
Toyota Celica Coupe $15,710 $3,653 $1,435 $2,179 -$2,909
  • The car had a faulty alternator, so Brewer had to make the decision to put it straight back into auction and cost $1,435
5 Mexico City, Mexico, San Francisco
and Palm Springs, USA
Volkswagen Beetle $12,801 $10,400 $200 $11,500 $900 30 April 2013 0.16
  • Rare German import built before Mexican production
  • New windscreen wipers and rear view mirror were replaced for $200
Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith II $13,701 $10,000 $500 $14,000 $3,500
  • Brewer had to replace a flat tyre for $500 - including fuel
1967 Chevrolet Camaro $17,201 $15,000 $100 $27,142 $9,292
6 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • The car was shipped over to Dubai from the USA
  • Got stuck out at sea, resulting in Brewer having no money to buy a car
  • Brewer had to get the car registered car for Dubai (cost: $100)
7 May 2013 0.24
Toyota Prado GX $0 $14,571 $450 $17,142 $2,106
  • Brewer had no money and had to persuade dealer to 'sell' him the car on trust and that Brewer would pay him back after the car had been sold on
  • The car was washed, the engine steam cleaned and headlamps polished for $100
  • New window tints were added for $350
Porsche 911 Carrera Convertible $28,599 $25,714

Series 2 (2014)

# Location Vehicle Budget Purchase Price Additional
Costs
Final Selling Price Profit / Loss UK Air Date UK Viewers (million)
1 Sydney, Australia Ford Falcon Futura AU II $3,000 $900 $215 $2,790 $1,675 20 October 2014 (2014-10-20) 0.23
  • Brewer went to a scrapyard where he found a second hand driver-side mirror and headlamp for $80
  • Brewer changed the parts and resprayed the bumper himself in order to cut the costs
  • Brewer sourced out second hand camping equipment and bought it for around $135
Mazda RX-7 $4,675 $4,050 $450 $3,600 -$900
  • Brewer had the car repainted for $450
  • Brewer's friend, Richard put the car in his showroom to attract attention
  • The first bid on the Mazda was $5,130 with $480 profit, but in the end the deal was called off
Holden Commodore VU II UTE $3,775 $4,750 $450 $5,850 $650
  • Brewer had to pay for the car via his credit card as there hadn't been a sale with the Mazda at this point
  • The car was detailed and the calipers were painted for $450
  • The car was sold to one of the mechanics who was working on the car
Ford Escort Mk 1 $4,425 $4,950 $1,368 $14,240 $7,922
2 Clacton-on-Sea, London,
West Midlands & Aberdeen,
United Kingdom
  • The car was shipped to UK in a container with a cost of $1,280
  • Brewer had to register the car in the UK for $88
  • The floor panel was repaired
27 October 2014 (2014-10-27) 0.24
Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk 1 $12,347 $5,200 $160 $7,200 $1,700
  • The ball joints had to be replaced for $160
Caterham 7 $14,047 $13,200 $160 $15,600 $3,140
  • Brewer converted the car back into a road car; doors, seats, road roll cage and new 7 badge were put back on
  • Racing roll cage, racing seats, transponder and racing stickers were removed from the car and sold for $900
  • Andy charged $160 for helping Brewer
Land Rover Freelander $17,187 $15,200 $80 $17,000 $1,478
  • As Brewer was driving the car he noticed that the SRS light was showing, this was due to a loose plug on the passenger side causing an open airbag circuit. This was fixed for $80
3 Sao Paulo, Brazil Volkswagen Kombi $18,646 $12,174 $435 $13,913 $1,304 3 November 2014 (2014-11-03) 0.22
  • The expert considered that the car has more than 80% of the original parts and can be registered as a collectors car (with black number plates). This cost Brewer $435
Willys Jeep $19,950 $10,000 $48 $10,435 $387
  • The buying price included two new front wings replacements, which cost $65 to replace them
  • The old front wings were taken to a scrapyard and Brewer got $17
  • The mechanic that fitted the wings ended up buying the car
Chevrolet Opala $20,337 $5,217 $6 $6,522 $1,319
  • The car was foam washed for $6
4 Austin TX, U.S. Chevrolet Corvette Stingray $21,655 $17,000 $440 $22,500 $5,060 10 November 2014 (2014-11-10)
  • Electric pick-up installed to replace the original one, increasing the BHP from 145 to 195, this cost Brewer $440
Chevrolet Apache $26,715 $11,000 $940 $14,500 $2,560
  • Brewer bought a chrome plated grill, front bumper and front light framing for $850
  • Other ornaments and badges were sandblasted for $90
Jaguar E-Type $29,275 $16,000 $5,000 $37,000 $10,000
5 Warsaw & Gdynia, Poland
  • Brewer refurbished the cracked steering wheel
  • The wheels were steam cleaned, engine bay chemically cleaned and tyres dressed
  • A whole new braking system had to be installed
  • The drivers seat was taken to an upholsterer to repair the ripped leather for $200
  • Total costs were about $5000 (including the ripped leather seat)
17 November 2014 (2014-11-17)
Fiat 126p $39,275 $1,000 $500 $1,833 $333
  • The price included set of alloy wheels
  • The car was wrapped in car wrapping foil for $500
  • The car was auctioned on car fairs in Warsaw
GAZ-66 $39,608 $4,000 $0 $4,700 $700
  • Brewer sold the truck to a military dealer in the UK via a video call, before he even bought it.
6 Milan & Mantova & Modena, Italy Vespa Primavera 125 ET3 $40,308 $4,900 $322 $7,000 $1,596 24 November 2014 (2014-11-24)
  • Brewer offered to service the scooter himself to lower the purchase price
  • The aftermarket luggage rack removed
  • The carburettor was refurbished and cleaned up
  • The rear view mirror was changed
  • The scooter was washed
  • Total cost for parts was $322
Lancia Delta Integrale Evoluzione II $41,904 $35,000 $10 $39,000 $3,990
  • The car was purchased in Menton, France, due to the high demand of re-importing Delta Integrales from other countries
  • The paint was touched up by Brewer due to damage from stone chips
  • Brewer's trader contact ended up buying the car as a trade when the potential buyers failed to turn up.
Ferrari 348 tb $45,378 $44,800

Other vehicles

For Wheeler Dealers, Brewer has used a number of vehicles to travel to the sites of the prospective vehicles and/or tow them if they are not in running order. Brewer has been using a Mitsubishi Shogun to travel around England since series 9 (2012). For Series 10b, when Brewer traveled to Poland to purchase a Lamborghini Urraco P250S, he rented a Polish-registered grey Land Rover Discovery 3; when he returned to Poland to buy the FSM Syrena 105L, he rented a Polish-registered black Land Rover Discovery 3. In the U.S. to purchase the Chevrolet Corvette C2 Sting Ray and Cadillac Coupe de Ville, he rented and used an American-registered grey Chevrolet Suburban. For Series 11 In the U.S., he rented a silver Chevrolet Suburban, a dark red Cadillac SRX, a white Mazda CX-9 and a black Nissan Armada. For Series 9a, when Brewer traveled to Italy to purchase the Fiat Dino, he rented and used an Italian-registered silver Ford Kuga. For Series 8b in the U.S., Brewer rented three silver Ford Expedition EL to go and see the cars except for the last episode where he used a black Chevrolet Tahoe. In Series 9b, when Brewer returned to the U.S. to purchase the Willys MB and Ford Mustang Fastback, he rented and used an American-registered grey Expedition EL. For Series 8a, he used a black Nissan X-Trail. Vehicles used by Brewer in previous series include a dark turquoise Nissan Primera Estate, a blue Subaru Legacy Estate, a red Honda Accord Tourer, a black SsangYong Rexton II, a dark blue SsangYong Kyron, a black Land Rover Discovery 4, a blue X-Trail and a light blue Ford Kuga. When Brewer traveled to France to purchase the Citroën DS, he rented a French-registered black Opel Zafira; he rented a newer version of the Zafira when he returned to France to buy the Renault Alpine A310. Brewer used a French-registered silver Toyota Corolla Verso when he traveled to France to buy a Citroen 2CV. When Brewer traveled to the Netherlands to purchase the BMW Z1, he uses a British-registered orange Ford Transit which is his friend's van.

For Trading Up, Brewer rode a white Toyota Fortuner owned by a used car dealer in India. In Dubai, Brewer's contact drove him around in a white Ferrari F430. In Texas, Brewer rode a grey Chevrolet Corvette C2. Taxicabs featured in the series include a yellow Hindustan Ambassador Grand and a green and yellow Bajaj RE in India, a black LTC TX4 in the UK, a black Toyota Crown Comfort in Japan, a yellow and red Volkswagen Sedan Type 1 in Mexico, a white Ford Falcon in Australia, a white Chevrolet Onix Sedan in Brazil, a yellow Dodge Charger in Texas, and a yellow Fiat 600 Multipla in Italy. For Hire Cars, he rented a Black Mitsubishi Shogun in the UK, a black Chrysler Grand Voyager in Brazil, a dark red GMC Yukon in Texas, a grey Land Rover Discovery 3 in Poland, and a white Fiat 500 in Italy. In Poland when Brewer is taking the Fiat 126p to get vinyl wrapped, he borrows a grey Opel Movano, to carry the car to the vinyl wrapping shop.

For Wheeler Dealers: Top 5 U.S. specials, Brewer stands in China's shop, in front of a red Chevrolet Corvette C2.

Intro/segment vehicles

The opening sequences and filler segments from series 1 to 9 feature the cars that were worked on throughout their corresponding seasons:

  • Series 1: All the vehicles done so far
  • Series 2 and 3: MGB GT
  • Series 4: Porsche 911 2.7S Targa
  • Series 5: Mercedes-Benz R107 280SL
  • Series 6: Ferrari Dino 308 GT4
  • Series 7: Lotus Elan S3
  • Series 8a: Jaguar E-Type Series 3
  • Series 8b: Dodge Charger
  • Series 9a: Fiat Dino
  • Series 9b: Gardner Douglas Cobra

Series 10 did away with using cars on the opening and commercial break sequences, instead using a title card with the series logo and the colour(s) of the episode's car on the background. The filler segments, however, use the following cars:

  • Series 10a: Aston Martin DB7
  • Series 10b: Lamborghini Urraco P250S

Starting with series 11, Wheeler Dealers no longer uses cars on the filler segments.

Wheeler Dealers: Trading Up Car Experts

Series 1 - Chak from India, Tony from UK, Michael from Sweden, Atsushi from Japan, Carlos from Mexico, Bill from USA and Abu from Dubai.
Series 2 - Richard from Australia, Colin and Andy from UK, Mauricio from Brazil, Antonio from Texas, USA, Mirek from Poland and Dario from Italy.

Channels

Country Channel
 Argentina
 Australia Discovery Turbo MAX
 Belgium Discovery Channel
 Brazil Discovery Turbo Brasil
 Bosnia and Herzegovina Discovery Channel Bosnia
 Bulgaria Discovery Channel Bulgaria
 Canada Discovery HD
 Costa Rica Discovery Turbo (Latin America)
 Czech Republic Discovery HD
 Denmark Discovery HD
 Estonia Discovery Channel
 Finland Discovery Channel Finland
JIM
 France Discovery Channel France
RMC Découverte
 Germany DMAX
 Hong Kong DMAX Asia
 Hungary Discovery Channel Hungary
 India Discovery Turbo
 Indonesia
 Israel Discovery HD
 Italy
 Japan Discovery Channel
 Latvia Discovery Channel
 Lithuania Discovery Channel
 Malaysia DMAX Asia
 Mexico Discovery Channel Mexico
 Netherlands
 Norway Discovery Channel
 Philippines DMAX Asia
 Poland Discovery Channel Poland
 Portugal
 Romania Discovery Channel
 Russia Discovery Channel Russia
 Serbia Discovery Channel
 Singapore DMAX Asia
 Slovenia Discovery Channel
 Spain Discovery MAX
 Sweden Discovery Channel
 Taiwan DMAX Asia
 Thailand
 Turkey Discovery Channel
 United Kingdom
 United States Velocity

References

  1. ^ "Buy the Cars". Discovery Networks. Retrieved 24 February 2015.
  2. ^ "New series #WheelerDealers is on Mon March 23 at 9 PM on @DiscoveryUK @mikebrewer @Wheeler_Dealers so don't miss it x".
  3. ^ "Wheeler Dealers Sverige Special". Wheels magazine (Sweden). 23 November 2011. Retrieved 28 February 2013. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  4. ^ "Velocity TV schedule".
  5. ^ "Wheeler Dealers: Trading Up". Discovery. Retrieved 11 April 2013. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)

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