Edd China

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Edward John "Edd" China (born 9 May 1971) is a motor specialist who has been featured in British TV shows including Wheeler Dealers and Auto Trader, both alongside television presenter Mike Brewer. China has also appeared on various radio shows. He was educated at King Edward's School, Witley, and holds a degree in Engineering Product Design from London South Bank University.

China is managing director of his own company, Cummfy Banana Limited, which was set up in March 1999 to design and manufacture unique vehicles for advertising, corporate promotional work and special occasions such as weddings and proms.

China held the Guinness World Record for 'fastest furniture' driving a sofa, at 92 mph (148 km/h), beating the old record at 87 mph (140 km/h), which he also held.

In 2002 he also appeared on Top Gear, where he showcased a Rover 800 (purchased for £200) that had been modified with budget Bond-esque gadgets, such as an ejection seat, for merely £100.The double-deck cars in Top Gear (series 11 episode 6, British v Germans) were also manufactured by China.He stands at 6 foot 7 inches (2.01m)