Wheeler Dealers

- Season 16

(2018)

Gaskets and main seals replaced to address oil leak. Color-coded aftermarket parts repainted black. Engine repainted blue. Non-working sunroof fixed by having a part of the sunroof assembly 3D printed. Federal bumpers converted to Euro-spec. New ceiling headliner installed. Interior re-upholstered from black/red to black/tan. Car repainted in black. Wheels repainted from silver to gold. New front grille and chin spoiler.

Mike tracks down a rare '91 Alfa Romeo 164L. He loves the look of this car but Ant has his work cut out for him. This Alpha has perfect bodywork, but it has a leaking engine, faulty steering, dodgy brakes, and a host of other issues.

New turbo inlet housing, PCV system, intake manifold gasket, air filter, belts and tensioners, and taillights. Cracked bumpers repaired and repainted. Paintless dent removal applied on body panels. Window tint removed. Full body detailing.

Mike tracks down a rare '91 Alfa Romeo 164L and loves the look of this car, but Ant has his work cut out for him; this Alpha has perfect bodywork, but it has a leaking engine, faulty steering, dodgy brakes and a host of other issues.

Mike tracks down what he believes is the finest-handling front wheel drive car ever made: the Lotus Elan M100. If Ant can get the engine and suspension back to glory, then Mike is convinced that some cosmetic upgrades will seal the deal.

Mike finds a 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 with over 400 hp and zero to 60 in under four seconds; it's a road-legal race car, but Ant is less than enthused when he realizes the scale of the work needed to help it regain those impressive numbers.

The Golf GTi was a symbol of the 80s and gave birth to the term "hot hatch"; Mike finds a prime example of a Rabbit which he believes can be transformed; the market is crying out for cars like this, but Ant has a lot of work to do.

The Dodge SRT 10 truck has an 8.3 liter V10 Viper engine, and Mike finds one at a price he can't resist. Once Ant is sold on the plan, they dive in, working to make this vehicle powerful enough to dominate on a NASCAR track.

Mike is excited to pick up one of his favourite types of convertible: the 2000 Porsche 996. With only a few issues, this car will be an absolute steal for him.

Some might say it looks like the Porsche 911's ugly sibling but one thing's for sure, the 1970 VW Fastback type 3 has character. Mike finds one that's well-loved, but it suffers from some typical SoCal mods. Plus oil leaks, tatty interior, and rust.

There's nothing on the road more American than the truck. Mike locates a long wheelbase '71 Chevy C10 truck. It's in great condition, but Mike feels they could maximize their profit if they can make this truck more drivable and ramp up the performance.

The Mazda RX7 is an 80s classic loved on both sides of the Atlantic. Mike finds a highly desirable 1985 MK1 model with less-than-desirable aftermarket add ons, suspension problems, and iffy rotary engine. Is it worth fixing?

The Mercedes 300 TD was the last Mercedes made in an era of no compromise at the brand. Mike finds an example that's even slower than expected so together with Ant they set about getting the best out of that diesel engine.

Mike finds a two-seat convertible roadster for Ant to recondition. With suspension in need of an overhaul and a tatty exhaust, Mike returns to the UK for parts.

Mike gets his hands dirty preparing a fifth generation Bronco for the biggest collector car auction in the world, Barrett Jackson.

The pinnacle of BMW is the naturally aspirated inline 6 cylinder modern classic that is the E46 M3, the "Ultimate" Ultimate Driving Machine. Mike finds one with the subframe already fixed, and he challenges Ant to transform the transmission with new tech.

Mike lends Ant a hand in getting his vintage Mustang over the finish line, which explains why Ant hasn't had much spare time lately.

Ant finds a great deal on a modern Mopar V8 engine in need of a home; Mike believes he's found the perfect candidate for the powerful engine in a 1965 Plymouth Barracuda.

Mike and Ant are ready to complete one of their biggest builds ever. Mike challenges one of racing's most prolific competitors, Antron Brown, to a drag race.

Mike is in the Pacific Northwest, where he has tracked down a true 'barn find': A Volvo Amazon 122 with a rally heritage. Ant is tasked with making it roadworthy.

Mike finds a 1972 Fiat 124 Spider 'survivor' car. It's all original but the driving experience leaves a lot to be desired. Mike gets crafty on the interior while Ant fixes a leaky differential, replaces a carrier bearing and axle seals.

The 1973 Toyota Celica, the first generation of this iconic model. Mike finds a powerful solution for a rough running engine. Meanwhile, Ant is in the workshop, putting his fabrication skills to the test.

The 2002 Mercedes Benz E55 AMG, the pinnacle of luxury and supercar performance. Can Mike find profit in a neglected example as Ant tackles a major service?

Mike takes a trip down memory lane in a 1985 Merkur XR4Ti, better known as a Ford Sierra to the rest of the world. Mike has tracked down a rare competition shell model and Ant applies the European touches that the American market never received.

Mike finds a Toyota Land Cruiser in fairly good shape, but the original 4-speed transmission holds the vehicle below highway speeds; Mike sources a JDM Toyota 5-speed for Ant to install.

The 1982 Porsche 911 SC: the 'SC' stands for Super Carrera, and is apt for this particular classic. The 911 story started in 1964, when the current owner was born: a local car dealer going by the name of Mike Brewer.

From one of the fastest trucks on earth, to one of the ugliest cars ever made, Mike and Ant have tackled a wide range of motors; the guys get a chance to share some sweet bonus footage, hilarious outtakes, and more fascinating processes.