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Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic — Season 1

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About this season

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.

Episodes (8)

Dolomite Sprint
E1

1. Dolomite Sprint

Aired 24 October 2024 • 44 min

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?

VW Camper: A 70s Revival
E2

2. VW Camper: A 70s Revival

Aired 31 October 2024 • 44 min

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

Jaguar XJS: Double Trouble
E3

3. Jaguar XJS: Double Trouble

Aired 7 November 2024 • 44 min

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

Lotus Elan A Labour of Love
E4

4. Lotus Elan A Labour of Love

Aired 14 November 2024 • 44 min

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

Alfasud: A Rare Revival
E5

5. Alfasud: A Rare Revival

Aired 21 November 2024 • 44 min

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

MG Midget: Teenage Dreams
E6

6. MG Midget: Teenage Dreams

Aired 28 November 2024 • 44 min

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

Ford Thunderbird: American Icon
E7

7. Ford Thunderbird: American Icon

Aired 5 December 2024 • 44 min

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.

Land Rover: A favourite to finish
E8

8. Land Rover: A favourite to finish

Aired 12 December 2024 • 44 min

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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