Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic

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?

Ant has found an iconic VW Campervan that's been abandoned mid-restoration. The interior needs a full refit, plus a suspension overhaul.

Ant buys two Jaguar XJS, hoping one can donate spare parts. But with brake problems and the gearbox floppy, are they just double trouble.

Ant hopes restoring and selling a 1973 Lotus Elan will help pay for more renovations at the farmhouse. But he hits major engine problems.

Ant uncovers an extremely rare 1980 Alfasud that’s been locked away for 35 years. But he learns reawakening the engine proves problematic

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

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.

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.

Ant takes a gamble on a mysterious Mark1 Capri and Ant’s girlfriend, Renee Zellweger surprises him with a cool addition for the home

Ant and his dad find a ‘perfect’ Woodie, but there’s a catch. There’s no engine! The farmhouse is in danger of collapse due to rotten wooden beams

Ant haggles with a 91-year old Italian Nonna to get a 1970 Fiat 500, but it’s full of faults. Plus Ant tackles the farmhouse floor as costs soar.

Ant revamps a 1972 beach buggy giving it a radical twist, but has he gone too far? And the scale of the farmhouse renovation starts to hit Ant

Ant finds a rare 1978 TVR Taimar in an Oxfordshire Garden. Despite oil leaks, dodgy paint and a missing heater box, he’s hooked.

Duncan talks Ant into buying a 1981 BMW E30 325i, convinced there’s a profit to be made. Meanwhile, Ant rushes to finish the hallway of the farmhouse.

Ant finds a 1927 Austin 7, but it has brake issues, poor lights, and a surprise fault. Plus, the deadline to finish the house restoration looms.

Ant rescues a 1971 Mk1 Ford Transit that was once a German fire engine, but it won’t start or stop. Disaster strikes the farmhouse restoration.

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.

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.

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.