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.
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.
1. Ford Capri: Mystery Motor
Air Date: 2025-09-17
Ant takes a gamble on a mysterious Mark1 Capri and Ant’s girlfriend, Renee Zellweger surprises him with a cool addition for the home
2. Morris Traveller: Minor Miracle
Air Date: 2025-09-24
Ant and his dad find a ‘perfect’ Woodie, but there’s a catch. There’s no engine! The farmhouse is in danger of collapse due to rotten wooden beams
3. Fiat 500: Italian Job
Air Date: 2025-10-01
Ant haggles with a 91-year old Italian Nonna to get a 1970 Fiat 500, but it’s full of faults. Plus Ant tackles the farmhouse floor as costs soar.
4. Beach Buggy: Radical Reinvention
Air Date: 2025-10-08
Ant revamps a 1972 beach buggy giving it a radical twist, but has he gone too far? And the scale of the farmhouse renovation starts to hit Ant
5. TVR Taimar: Cult Classic
Air Date: 2025-10-15
Ant finds a rare 1978 TVR Taimar in an Oxfordshire Garden. Despite oil leaks, dodgy paint and a missing heater box, he’s hooked.
6. BMW E30: The Reluctant Revival
Air Date: 2025-10-22
Duncan talks Ant into buying a 1981 BMW E30 325i, convinced there’s a profit to be made. Meanwhile, Ant rushes to finish the hallway of the farmhouse.
7. Austin 7: Brake Point
Air Date: 2025-10-29
Ant finds a 1927 Austin 7, but it has brake issues, poor lights, and a surprise fault. Plus, the deadline to finish the house restoration looms.
8. Ford Transit: The Final Push
Air Date: 2025-11-05
Ant rescues a 1971 Mk1 Ford Transit that was once a German fire engine, but it won’t start or stop. Disaster strikes the farmhouse restoration.
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Rating
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Release Date
2024-10-24
Episodes
8 (2 seasons)
Status
Returning Series
Cast
Production Companies
ITN Productions
Angel22 (GB)