Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic

Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic

Master mechanic Ant Anstead restores and sells classic cars to help fund the renovation of the 500-year-old farmhouse he bought for his mum and dad.

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Seasons

1. Dolomite Sprint

Air Date: 2024-10-24

Ant uncovers a rare 1980 Triumph Dolomite Sprint that could turn a big profit and help kick off the renovations on the farmhouse. Problem is, the car doesn’t start and has rust problems, so it’s a gamble. Has Ant bitten off more than he can chew?

2. VW Camper: A 70s Revival

Air Date: 2024-10-31

Ant has found an iconic VW Campervan that's been abandoned mid-restoration. The interior needs a full refit, plus a suspension overhaul.

3. Jaguar XJS: Double Trouble

Air Date: 2024-11-07

Ant buys two Jaguar XJS, hoping one can donate spare parts. But with brake problems and the gearbox floppy, are they just double trouble.

4. Lotus Elan A Labour of Love

Air Date: 2024-11-14

Ant hopes restoring and selling a 1973 Lotus Elan will help pay for more renovations at the farmhouse. But he hits major engine problems.

5. Alfasud

Air Date: 2024-11-21

Ant uncovers an extremely rare 1980 Alfasud that’s been locked away for 35 years. But he learns reawakening the engine proves problematic

6. MG Midget: Teenage Dreams

Air Date: 2024-11-28

Ant finds a 1977 MG Midget 1500, just like the first car he restored as a teen. With tight margins and a rust issue, he pulls in his family to help

7. Ford Thunderbird: American Icon

Air Date: 2024-12-05

A 1964 T-Bird needs pricey American parts to restore it to its former glory. And Ant gets a hand from his mate, Mike Brewer.

8. Land Rover: A favourite to finish

Air Date: 2024-12-12

Ant finds a rare 1978 Land Rover Series 3, a dream find for any Land Rover enthusiast. But the bulkhead is riddled with rust, which could dent Ant's hopes of making a profit.

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Rating

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Release Date

2024-10-24

Episodes

8 (1 seasons)

Status

Returning Series

Cast

Ant Anstead

Ant Anstead

Self - Presenter

Production Companies

ITN Productions

ITN Productions

Angel22 (GB)