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Master mechanic Ant Anstead goes back to basics as he buys, restores and sells old cars from a ramshackle barn. But this time, it's personal, as any profit made will help him renovate a 500-year-old farmhouse that he's bought for his parents to retire in.
Ant uncovers a rusty 1960 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite that reminds him of his youth, but an unexpected leak means costs could spiral.
Ant heads to Kent for a 1971 Mercedes W108. With a rough V8, worn interior and suspension issue, can he restore this luxury saloon's VIP status?
Ant's teenage dream comes true when he finds a Peugeot 205 GTI. But despite its low mileage and tidy exterior, problems lurk beneath the bonnet.
Ant heads to Scotland for a 1964 Mark 1 Cortina, but back at the workshop, he discovers an ominous knocking sound coming from the engine.
Ant takes on a three-wheeled BMW Isetta, but there's trouble back at the workshop when the engine catches fire and the brakes fail.
Ant falls for a 1989 Lotus Esprit but it's a gamble after losing £10k on his last Lotus restoration. His dad isn't happy when he finds out the car doesn't run. Plus, a bodged sunroof causes Ant a major headache. Structural cracks appear in the farmhouse.
Ant heads to Devon for a 1995 Honda Civic with a legendary K20 engine. But it doesn't start or stop, and the interior is crammed with random parts.
Ant buys a 1968 Alfa Romeo Giulia with no steering. Duncan is not impressed as clutch trouble and a hole in the floor will add to the repair bill.
Ant heads to Essex to see a car that was once fit for the Queen - a 1970 Rover P5B. Despite rust, oil leaks and heavy steering, the legendary V8 engine wins him over. But back at the workshop he uncovers serious bodywork issues.
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