Mike Ball
Director
Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic (2024)
Season 1
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.
Released Oct. 24, 2024
Episode 47 min
None+
Genres: Documentary, Reality
Keywords: imdb.barn, imdb.vintage-car, imdb.auction, imdb.mechanic, imdb.farmhouse
Watch Providers: Discovery +, Discovery+ Amazon Channel, HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max
Production Companies: ITN Productions, Angel22 (GB)
Network: Quest
Country: United Kingdom
Languages:
English
S1E1 - Dolomite Sprint
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?
Oct. 24, 2024, midnight
S1E2 - VW Camper: A 70s Revival
Ant has found an iconic VW Campervan that's been abandoned mid-restoration. The interior needs a full refit, plus a suspension overhaul.
Oct. 31, 2024, midnight
S1E3 - Jaguar XJS: Double Trouble
Ant buys two Jaguar XJS, hoping one can donate spare parts. But with brake problems and the gearbox floppy, are they just double trouble.
Nov. 7, 2024, midnight
S1E4 - Lotus Elan A Labour of Love
Ant hopes restoring and selling a 1973 Lotus Elan will help pay for more renovations at the farmhouse. But he hits major engine problems.
Nov. 14, 2024, midnight
S1E5 - Alfasud: A Rare Revival
Ant uncovers an extremely rare 1980 Alfasud that’s been locked away for 35 years. But he learns reawakening the engine proves problematic
Nov. 21, 2024, midnight
S1E6 - MG Midget: Teenage Dreams
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
Nov. 28, 2024, midnight
S1E7 - Ford Thunderbird: American Icon
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.
Dec. 5, 2024, midnight
S1E8 - Land Rover: A favourite to finish
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.
Dec. 12, 2024, midnight
Network: Quest
Episode Runtime: 47 min.
Season Runtime: 752 min.
Released: Oct. 24, 2024
Last Air Date: Nov. 5, 2025, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: NR
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