MIKE Brewer reveals the fate of Wheeler Dealers after 22 years on air.
The petrol head has given an update on the future of the popular classic car TV series in a post on his Instagram.
Presenter Mike Brewer reveals the fate of Wheeler Dealers after 22 years on air[/caption]
Mike revealed he had been scammed by a buyer last year[/caption]
Mike Band ‘Elvis’ transform battered ‘super rare’ car into ‘state-of-the-art’ motor[/caption]
Mike posted a photograph of himself and his co-host Elvis standing in what appears to be a garage beside a classic car.
He captioned the image: “BIG NEWS! We’re hitting the road again!
“@f1elvis and I are bringing the Wheeler Dealers World Tour back to you, and we can’t wait to experience your incredible cars and culture along the way. See you soon!”
Fans were quick to respond to the welcoming news with one stating: “Excellent news! Come to Cyprus please!”
“Hey @mikebrewer .. if you guys ever go through France, it me up” said another.
A third exclaimed: “Awesome, cannot wait for this to air!”
“Woohoo!!!! Awesome news fellas!! The Brewer suite has soft towels and Yorkshire tea waiting x” said another fan of the show.
Another said: ” Come to Brazil and discover our Classic cars.”
While one fan said: “Very cool! I hope one day to meet you mike! Greatings from the netherlands!”
There were also calls for the pair to visit other parts of the world with car enthusiasts hoping to meet the pair.
In the popular show, car dealer Mike along with mechanic Marc ‘Elvis’ find and restore iconic cars to sell for a profit.
But last year Mike issued an urgent warning after revealing he was scammed.
He took to YouTube to explain details of what happened and how he was conned after selling a motor over the phone.
The petrolhead said a buyer used fake information to fraudulently buy a car from him.
Car Auctions: How To Nab A Bargain
Car auctions are a way to sell vehicles based on a bidding system with the highest offer securing the deal.
Auctions aren’t restricted to the rich and famous as thousands of cars are sold at motor auctions in the UK each week.
Here’s what you need to know before attending an auction:
- Be prepared: Do your research on the car you would like to purchase beforehand.
- Check the car: Cars will usually be lined up before the start, so make sure to arrive early to inspect the desired car thoroughly.
- Have a back-up: Be ready for disappointment as your desired motor may be sold to someone else and select a few back-ups.
- Be realistic: Realise that there won’t be a “perfect” car at an auction and adjust expectations accordingly.
- Set a budget: It is easy to overspend in the heat of the moment during bidding. Ensure you have set a budget and do not go over it.
Key phrases to look out for:
- ‘No major mechanical faults’ – suggests that there shouldn’t be any issues with the car’s drivetrain, gearbox, suspension, or engine.
- ‘Specified faults’ – the auctioneer will read out specific faults.
- ‘Sold as seen’ – the vehicle is sold with any problems it may have. The auction company will rarely entertain complaints regarding the mechanical or cosmetic condition of these vehicles after sale.
- ‘Sold with a warranted mileage’ – The car is being offered based on the report, which confirms the mileage through an independent check.
He told his followers: “We think we’ve been scammed not only once but possibly twice.
“Once by a customer who scammed somebody with their ID to buy a car but the second time quite possibly by the car provider.”
Mike explained how his One Automotive group had advertised a white VW Golf Mk7 GTD for just over £10,000.
An interested driver rang up and promptly offer to buy it and arranged a collection service to pick up the vehicle at Mike’s Leamington Spa base.
Mike admitted that before letting the vehicle go they ran various checks on the buyer’s personal information to process the sale.
Everything appeared to be legitimate and the courier then arrived to pick up the vehicle.
But later, Mike was contacted by his bank who revealed the person charged for the vehicle had disputed the sale.
He explained: “He’s been scammed by somebody who has stolen his ID and stolen his card details and used that to buy a car from me and James at One Automotive.”
Mike finished by offering a warning to anyone selling their car.
He said: “If you’re going to sell a car make sure the customer is there in person with ID and with a drivers’ license.
“Check the address, check where they live, and check everything.”
