Derek Bieri Interview: The Vice Grip Garage - “Old School” Mechanic - YouTube Show

We had a great conversation with Derek Bieri From Vice Grip Garage on The Chris & Sandy Show. What an amazing guy he is. Down to earth just like we thought he was. We talked family, auto, shows, sacrifices, he told some amazing stories to a whole lot more! You will enjoy this conversation!

Derek Bieri is an American Automotive YouTuber, Born May 16th, 1984. He owns and operates a YouTube show demonstrating budget builds, vehicle rescues, and tips and tricks for automotive
restoration. The ‘Vice Grip Garage’ YouTube channel has amassed 250 Million views, and over 1.2 million subscribers thus far. Derek Bieri is considered to be a “old school” mechanic, relying on his
senses more so than new gadgets or expensive tools.

Derek Bieri was born and raised in North West North Dakota, and recalls watching his father, Grandfather, and Uncles working on the farm and ranch making due with what they have, and seldomly giving in to buying new parts. He later apprenticed under Roger Zweifel, working his way through school building and/or restoring hundreds 40s-60s hot rods and classic cars. To this date, Derek still has no official mechanical certification.

Derek Bieri and his wife Jessica Bieri are known for their patriotism and charity giving. They are known to donate to multiple organizations throughout the year, as well as donating all winnings in their motorsports competitions.

Previous to YouTube Derek Bieri was a successful C level officer, President or owner of multiple companies and is considered to be a “street smart” entrepreneur from a young age. Not satisfied with what he was doing, he traded his suit jacket for a flannel, and now does what he loves.

Shows:

YouTube: (247 videos) Written, directed, edited by Derek Bieri

Motortrend/Discovery: Hooptie World Championship – Competitor Season 1

https://www.vicegripgarage.com