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Mike Brewer is keen to spend money on a bespoke bus, hoping to create a standout vehicle. Mechanic Edd China, who specialises in air‑cooling systems, argues for a more modest campervan, citing practicality and his expertise, and believes this approach fits within the project's budget.

VW Split‑Screen's a television programme delivered in a single‑episode format, focusing on automotive builds and the personalities involved. The series offers a clear, step‑by‑step look at how each vehicle is conceived, constructed and refined, allowing viewers to follow the entire process from the initial idea through to the finished product. In this particular episode, presenter Mike Brewer's really eager to splurge on a custom‑built bus, hoping to create a standout vehicle with bespoke features. His enthusiasm for a high‑budget project drives the storyline, as he pushes for a design that reflects his vision of a unique, eye‑catching road‑trip rig. Mechanic Edd China, on the other hand, adopts a more conservative stance, advocating for a modest campervan instead of an extravagant bus. As an air‑cooling specialist, China's argument is that a simpler build truly better suits his expertise, favouring practicality and efficient cooling over lavish styling. The episode therefore centres on the clash between Brewer’s desire to invest heavily in a customised bus and China’s preference for a restrained campervan grounded in his air‑cooling knowledge. Their differing viewpoints set the stage for a negotiation that'll determine whether the project leans towards a lavish custom build or a more modest, functional vehicle.