Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic

Ant uncovers a rusty 1960 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite that reminds him of his youth, but an unexpected leak means costs could spiral.

Ant heads to Kent for a 1971 Mercedes W108. With a rough V8, worn interior and suspension issue, can he restore this luxury saloon's VIP status?

Ant's teenage dream comes true when he finds a Peugeot 205 GTI. But despite its low mileage and tidy exterior, problems lurk beneath the bonnet.

Ant heads to Scotland for a 1964 Mark 1 Cortina, but back at the workshop, he discovers an ominous knocking sound coming from the engine.

Ant takes on a three-wheeled BMW Isetta, but there's trouble back at the workshop when the engine catches fire and the brakes fail.

Ant falls for a 1989 Lotus Esprit but it's a gamble after losing £10k on his last Lotus restoration. His dad isn't happy when he finds out the car doesn't run. Plus, a bodged sunroof causes Ant a major headache. Structural cracks appear in the farmhouse.

Ant heads to Devon for a 1995 Honda Civic with a legendary K20 engine. But it doesn't start or stop, and the interior is crammed with random parts.

Ant buys a 1968 Alfa Romeo Giulia with no steering. Duncan is not impressed as clutch trouble and a hole in the floor will add to the repair bill.

Ant heads to Essex to see a car that was once fit for the Queen - a 1970 Rover P5B. Despite rust, oil leaks and heavy steering, the legendary V8 engine wins him over. But back at the workshop he uncovers serious bodywork issues.

Ant heads to Hartlepool to see a car he's wanted for years - a 1976 Morgan 4/4. But the bodywork is poor and the big worry is if the ash frame that lies beneath is rotten. Meanwhile, the farmhouse kitchen is delayed as Ant tackles structural repairs.

Ant buys a 1967 Massey Ferguson 165, hoping it can earn its keep around the farmhouse. But a breakdown, bad steering and dodgy electrics stand in the way. Can he and Duncan fit a loader, move six tonnes of bricks and prove the tractor gamble was worth it?

Ant heads to Lincolnshire for a 1987 Fiat Bertone X1/9, but finds it on its side, partly dismantled and engine-out. But after owning two X1/9s before, he can't resist. Meanwhile Ant makes a drastic repair to shore up the farmhouse.