If you’re reading this, thank you for taking the time to visit our website and explore our story. My name is Ryan Baumann, and at 21 years old, I’m proud to say that Auto Essentials is my passion, my creation, and the embodiment of everything I love—cars, entrepreneurship, and the thrill of the journey.
The Beginning of a Passion
My journey into the automotive world began when I was just 15. I worked hard, saved up, and bought my first car—a Volkswagen Golf GTI. Even before I had my driver’s license, I was all in, modifying the car with an access port, downpipe, exhaust, coilovers—you name it. That car was more than just a mode of transportation; it was my first taste of what it meant to create something uniquely mine.
But as any car enthusiast knows, the thrill is in the chase, and soon enough, I sold the GTI and moved on to my next project—a Mazda Miata. That car turned out to be more of a challenge than I expected, needing more work than I was ready for at the time. I decided to sell it during the COVID-19 pandemic, and to my surprise, I made a $3,000 profit. That was the moment I realized I had a knack for buying and selling cars.
The Entrepreneurial Spirit Takes Over
From there, I was hooked. Throughout my teenage years, I continued buying and selling cars, driving them for a while and then flipping them for a profit. By the time I was 18, I was selling cars on platforms like Bring a Trailer and other auction sites. I’ve owned everything from supercharged Tacomas to an F82 M4 with just 20,000 miles. I’ve had multiple E36 M3s, Tacomas, and 4Runners, and each one taught me something new about the art of the deal.
But as I kept going, I started to feel like a real estate agent, constantly selling other people’s cars through my consignment business. While it was exciting, I knew I wanted to build something that was truly mine—something that would combine my love for cars with my entrepreneurial drive.
The Birth of Auto Essentials Co.
The turning point came when I was searching for parts for an M2 that I had won on Bring a Trailer. I realized just how much time and effort it took to find quality parts, and that sparked an idea. I saw a gap in the market—a need for a reliable source of high-quality automotive parts that were easy to find and trustworthy.
That’s how Auto Essentials Co. came to be. Originally, we started as Carbon Bimmer, focusing on BMW parts. We built relationships with top suppliers and earned a reputation for providing only the best products. But as the business grew, so did our vision. We rebranded to Auto Essentials to reach a broader market, catering to car enthusiasts like myself who appreciate quality, performance, and the thrill of the drive.
A Community of Passionate Enthusiasts
Auto Essentials is more than just a business; it’s a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for cars and the culture that surrounds them. Every car and product on our site reflects my personal tastes and experiences, and I’m involved in every aspect of the business to ensure we offer only the best.
Thank you for being part of this journey with us. Auto Essentials is just getting started, and I’m excited to see where the road takes us next. Join us, grow with us, and become part of the Auto Essentials family.
This is just the beginning, and the best is yet to come.
