Seasons & Episodes
Vauxhall Astra GTE
A sun-bleached red Vauxhall Astra GTE gives the team a headache. They also buy a classic French moped and catch up on th
Vanden Plas saloon
The team gamble on restoring a Vanden Plas saloon from the 1970s and a child's tricycle from the 1960s. Plus, catch up o
Francis Barnett Plover
Derek encourages the team to buy a Francis Barnett Plover at auction. Plus, the wheels come off the restoration of an MG
Ford Capri
Derek thinks a 29,000-mile Ford Capri should be kept original. Plus, a Hercules women's racing bike from the '50s.
MGB
Derek picks out a solid-looking 1969 MGB for the team to look out for at auction. After winning it is sent to a father-a
Lotus Esprit
Dave alerts the team's to a 1979 Lotus Esprit S3. It's an expensive buy and a serious risk, but it's also a thoroughbred
Montego
Derek Mathewson reckons it was a period of British car manufacturing that many would think best forgotten but the Restor
CZ & Nova
The team break with tradition and actually follow Dave Mathewson’s advice on what to restore – he points to a 1992 V
Golf GTI Convertible
The team restore a 1988 Golf GTI Convertible – an iconic hot hatch – along with a wooden launch boat and catch-up on
Renault Clio Williams 2
A super-rare Renault Clio Williams 2 in F1 blue with contrasting gold alloys has turned Dave Mathewson an interesting sh
Saab 96
The team snap up a slightly saggy 1970s Saab 96, but despite a stunning restoration, could it result in a record financi
Land Rover
One of the longest restoration projects to date finally goes under the hammer. A Series 1 Land Rover that Dave says, “
Reliant Scimitar GTC & Honda CBR
A super rare Reliant Scimitar GTC undergoes an expert recommission, leaving no bolt unturned. And a Honda CBR superbike
Bugatti replica
The team are on the hunt to restore one of the greatest names in motoring history - the Bugatti. But with a strict budge
Fast Ford
The team take on a modern day fast Ford to see if a 'quick flip' could make a few quid and revisit a 3 year MG restorati
Alfa and Dolly
A 90s Alfa with electrical issues lives up to its stereotype and the team revisit a road roller, four years on. They als
Hillman GT
The Restoring Classics team take Derek's advice when he sniffs out the rarest car they've ever taken on - the last remai
Land Rover S1
The team lift the shutters on their biggest restoration to date in the shape of a Series 1 Land Rover. But does that mea
1981 Rolls Royce Silver Spirit
The team fly the flag for King and country with one of their most luxurious purchases to date - a 1981 Rolls Royce Silve
VW Beetle
The team think they can smell profit by choosing one of the simplest cars ever built, the VW Beetle.
Mazda MX-5
The team opt to buy one of the most affordable sports cars on the road - the Mazda MX-5
VW Campervan
The team pay over the odds for a VW Campervan, but can they hope to break even when they turn out a lovely bus for aucti
Morris Mini Cooper MkII
A 1969 Morris Mini Cooper MkII is totally restored by specialists. They give it the full works, which means only one thi
1939 Three-wheeled Morgan F4
The Restoring Classics team set out on a Pre-War challenge with a 1939 three-wheeled Morgan F4 -and aptly named Russ Sto
1971 Citroën DS21 Pallas
The team invest in a piece of French art this week - a 1971 Citroën DS21 Pallas.
MGC & Fiat Seicento
Derek picks out a super low mileage MGC and the team pays a little too much to secure it. They also take a punt on a 200
Robin Reliant and Mamod Steam
This could be the cheapest pair of restorations the Restoring Classics team have done so far! A three-wheeler Reliant Ro
Harley Davidson 42WLA
The team dive into the wartime history books and uncover a Harley Davidson 42WLA.
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Project X / Beach Cruiser
Project X / Beach Cruiser: The team buy one of Derek’s favourite Austin commercials and convert it to electric, and al
Porsche / Panda
Can the team finally smell profit when they sniff out a bargain Porsche? A DIY job on a Fiat should also keep the accoun
Fastback / Norton
The team’s first purchase is a 1972 VW Fastback, and the second project sees them pick up a 40-year-old police bike.
Volvo / Insight
The Bangers team can’t believe their luck when a 1970s family-favourite, a Volvo 144, rolls through Mathewson with jus
Subaru / James Captain
The team fall for a Subaru Pick-up, which has all the Mathewsons in agreement. But will it all come crashing down when p
Mexico / Riley Kestrel
A 1973 Ford Escort Mexico is the team’s most expensive purchase to date. To save some cash Derek helps on their second
1983 Daimler Double Six & Triumph 2000
Derek points the team towards one of his favourite motors - a 1983 Daimler Double Six. And a Triumph 2000 is given a mod
Paul Smith Mini & TY80
Paul Smith Mini / TY80: The team send their Paul Smith Mini in for a bit of designer tailoring by the team at Mini Sport
Manta & Peugeot 205
The Restos team try their hardest not to go too far on an Opel Manta. And a Peugeot 205 GTI brings back happy B-road mem
Rascal & Triumph TR6
Rascal / Triumph TR6: The team head for restoration in their Bedford Rascal Campervan. They also purchase a true British
Dauphine & Omega
Dauphine / Omega: A super low mileage Renault Dauphine proves irresistible to the Resto team... But its 1959 mechanics e
Land Rover 90 & Caravan
Land Rover 90 / Caravan: The team, including Andy Joynson, buy the right kind of Land Rover, but it's got the wrong engi
Fiat 126/Bentley GT Continental
Subaru Impreza/Yamaha RD60
The Two Mercs/Fiesta ST
1999 Morgan/Monkey Bike
Matra Murena/Wetbike
A35/BMW Z3