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Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic

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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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24th October 2024 - 12th December 2024
Director
Mike Ball
Producer
Kosta Papanicolas
Top Cast
Ant Anstead
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Dolomite Sprint Still
Dolomite Sprint
24th October 2024

Episode 1

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?

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VW Camper: A 70s Revival
31st October 2024

Episode 2

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 Still
Jaguar XJS: Double Trouble
7th November 2024

Episode 3

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 Still
Lotus Elan A Labour of Love
14th November 2024

Episode 4

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 Still
Alfasud
21st November 2024

Episode 5

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 Still
MG Midget: Teenage Dreams
28th November 2024

Episode 6

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

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Ford Thunderbird: American Icon
5th December 2024

Episode 7

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.

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Land Rover: A favourite to finish
12th December 2024

Episode 8

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.