Sunday
Building A Supercar Killer From Wrecked Junkyard Cars
Jack returns to his most ambitious project, the Noble M400 built from two wrecked cars, and brings in a new expert fabricator, Brian, to break the stalemate on the build. Together, they tackle the difficult alignment of the custom widebody kit using precision fabrication and some unique marking techniques. The team then dives deep into the drivetrain, pulling the engine and splitting the rare transmission case to see if the fire-damaged internals survived and to hunt for a specific component vital for the car's traction control. With the chassis completely stripped for a major cosmetic overhaul, Jack discovers whether his plans for the twin-turbo setup will hold together or if the transmission will force a change in strategy.
▶ Find on YouTubeRepairing My Very Cheap Broken Range Rover Sport
Join Chris and Rob in the workshop as they call in a specialist to perform digital surgery on the Range Rover Sport, hoping to save thousands on a replacement ABS unit. However, the pair soon find themselves in a battle of wits against a complex brake bleeding procedure that leaves them questioning the manual. Meanwhile, a Volkswagen Passat destined for the scrap heap gets one final chance at redemption as Rob attempts a high-speed motorway run to force a DPF regeneration before its MOT. Finally, a Discovery Sport returns from the paint shop for reassembly, but a brittle trim piece threatens to spoil the finish. Tune in to see if the fleet can be saved and turned into profit.
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Attempting To Drive 2000 Miles My Wrecked Ferrari I Rebuilt
Join Mat and the team as they embark on a high-stakes road trip to Switzerland, putting the newly rebuilt Ferrari 812 Superfast to the test on budget winter tires alongside an Audi R8 and Mat's Lamborghini Huracan. The journey takes a catastrophic turn on a French motorway when a sudden collision leaves one supercar critically damaged and stranded. The misfortune continues in the Alps with a slope accident requiring a dramatic helicopter rescue. Back at the workshop, the guys attempt to diagnose a baffling, 'unrepairable' safety fault on the G-Wagon and provide a tense update on the Ferrari 296 build.
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Testing The Parking Heater Outside At -23c
Join Mike in the biting Canadian winter as he tests the efficiency of his diesel parking heater in minus 23-degree temperatures. After previously measuring fuel usage at full power, Mike attempts to run the unit on its lowest setting, utilizing a custom-made copper heat exchanger to pre-warm the intake air. However, the experiment hits a snag when the heater refuses to lower its output, leading Mike to suspect the extreme cold is triggering an internal override. Watch to see if the homemade modification works and how the heater behaves before the test is forced to move indoors.
▶ Find on YouTubeThis Law Lets You Force A Dealer To Buy Your Used Car Back
Attorney Steve Lehto explores legal remedies beyond the standard Lemon Law, focusing on the Uniform Commercial Code's "Revocation of Acceptance." He recounts a shocking case where a client drove a brand-new truck off the lot, turned on the defroster, and was immediately injured by a shard of glass projected into his eye. When the dealership insisted the sale was final despite the immediate danger, Lehto had to employ the legal doctrine of "shaken faith" to challenge the contract. Tune in to hear how a transport oversight led to a medical emergency and a complex legal battle against a dealership that wouldn't take no for an answer.
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Attempting To Drive Our Wrecked Bentley With A Scrap Engine For The First Time
Chris faces a mechanic's worst nightmare on his cheap £27,000 Bentley Bentayga project: a loose washer has fallen inside the engine and vanished without a trace. With no other option, the team takes a massive gamble to reassemble the W12 engine, knowing that one turn of the key could result in catastrophic failure. The rebuild is fraught with complications, from a bent flywheel and stubborn gearbox alignment to a suspension system in pieces. As the engine finally returns to the bay, tension mounts when electrical gremlins and a rough start threaten to end the project for good. Will the Bentley roar back to life, or will the mystery washer cost Chris thousands?
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Here's Everything Wrong With The Victoria's Secret Lamborghini Diablo Today
With an action-packed spring schedule featuring events like Cars on Fifth and the Miami Concours, the Vinwiki team is shifting gears to focus on their next big road trip. The spotlight is on the legendary "Victoria's Secret" 1998 Lamborghini Diablo SV, which has returned to DC Motorworks with a hefty "punch list" following its resurrection from a 14-year slumber. Join the host and mechanic Cameron as they dive under the hood to address a squealing water pump, faulty door latches, and a worn steering rack, all while trying to perfect the car's cosmetics. Will a mix of creative part sourcing and diligent wrenching be enough to get this barn-find bull ready for the journey to Coral Gables? Tune in to see the mechanical revival and get the details on the upcoming car show season.
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This $220 Step Could End Used Car Fraud!
After successfully selling his NSX and R33 GTR online, this ASE Master Certified technician decided to reverse engineer the process and join the Lemon Squad as a professional inspector. In this episode, the Vinwiki Guest Host shares the story of his very first assignment: a Honda Odyssey that looked perfect in photos but concealed a massive, deal-breaking secret. Tune in to learn why the military philosophy of "touch everything" is critical when evaluating a vehicle, how warranty inspections save everyone money, and to hear the plan for inspecting six of Ed Bolian's personal cars.
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Rob Travels 1000 Miles With £1000 To Try And Make £1000
Rob embarks on an ambitious solo adventure, flying to Scotland to rescue a low-mileage car that hasn't moved since 2013. With a strict limit of £1,000 to cover the purchase, travel, and necessary repairs, the pressure is on. After a pit stop in Glasgow for fresh tires and an MOT, Rob faces a grueling 500-mile drive home in a vehicle that has barely seen the road in ten years. Join Chris and Rob as they reveal whether this budget-busting road trip ends in profit or disaster.
▶ Watch on YouTubeThe Ferrari Is Back: Next Level Transformation Begins!
With the freshly painted Ferrari 308 back in the home workshop, Scott rolls up his sleeves to tackle the decades of grime hidden within the engine bay, realizing that a simple jet wash won't cut it. The quest for perfection continues underneath the car as the rusty rear anti-roll bar gets a meticulous restoration. Meanwhile, a visit to David Moore Engineering reveals some concerning pitting on the cylinder heads that requires expert welding before testing can proceed. Finally, Scott takes a gamble on a used transfer case gear imported from the US to solve a sizing issue—but will it save him from a £1,200 bill for a new part?
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Testing The Parking Heater For Fuel Consumption
Join Mike as he sets up a unique 'Heath Robinson' style experiment to determine the exact fuel efficiency of a diesel heater. Using a syringe as a precision 50ml fuel tank, Mike puts the heater through its paces to see exactly how long that small amount of fuel lasts. He runs the unit on both its lowest setting and at full power to compare the burn rates. Tune in to see the drastic difference in consumption between the two modes and catch a tease for a future experiment involving kitchen ingredients.
▶ Find on YouTubeWe Sold 3 Fast & Furious Cars At The Same Time!
When UK personality Sam Hard realizes he has three screen-used Range Rovers from *Fast & Furious: Hobbs & Shaw* rotting in a Texas desert, he teams up with a Vinwiki Guest Host for an ambitious rescue mission. The goal: drag the sand-filled, turret-mounted movie props out of storage, jury-rig them back to life, and get them to the prestigious Barrett-Jackson auction in Palm Beach. From fixing crushed roofs to employing a wild marketing stunt involving local dancers on the auction block, watch to see if this chaotic flip results in a massive profit or a total bust.
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Someone Broke In... So We Tore Everything Apart
After discovering a brazen break-in at the GoonCard Garage, the Goonzquad brothers put all current projects on hold to secure their headquarters. With a fence compromised and intruders potentially using the property's clutter for cover, the guys investigate a suspicious military truck that might be hiding a squatter. Watch as they purge years of accumulated parts, spark a frantic race by leaving a free vehicle with its title on the roadside, and overhaul their surveillance system to ensure their high-end builds remain safe.
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He Pulled Out All The Stops To Beat Ed's Cannonball Record!
Join Vinwiki's Guest Host as he recounts a retired firefighter's high-speed pursuit of a lifelong dream: the Cannonball Run. Teaming up with his son in a disguised Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing, the duo attempts to cross the United States in under 30 hours. From a tense standoff in Las Vegas traffic to a heart-pounding evasion of police at the Portofino Hotel finish line, discover if their third attempt—and some bold vehicle modifications—are enough to secure their place in the legendary fraternity of lunatics.
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Why I'm Selling Everything To Buy This!
Ricky and the Guys have a special guest in the workshop: a full-blooded GT3 race car. In preparation for the upcoming season, the team straps the 1,250kg beast to the dyno for a crucial fuel experiment. The goal is to determine if the engine can run safely and potently on standard pump fuel compared to eye-wateringly expensive race gas. Alongside the screaming dyno runs, Ricky takes a detailed tour of the cabin's race-spec technology, from the complex Bosch dashboard to the onboard air jack system, leaving him desperate to add one to his own wish list.
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One Or Two Heater Modifications
Join Mike as he tackles the frustrating design flaws of a self-contained diesel parking heater. After struggling with the unreliable stock exhaust attachment, he engineers a robust solution using copper piping and a custom-fabricated tool. Later, when a factory-ordered air intake part turns out to be a mismatch, Mike gets creative with an ingenious fix involving recycled food tins. Tune in to see how he modifies the setup and puts the unit through a thermal test to ensure his handiwork can handle the heat.
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I Went Cheap Supercar Shopping At Barrett-jackson And Hit The Jackpot With This Rare Lotus Esprit V8
Hoovey heads to the massive Barrett-Jackson auction with a champagne taste on a beer budget, looking to score a mid-engine exotic for less than the price of a modern minivan. While heritage Ford GTs and Ferraris hammer for millions, Hoovey sets his sights on a rare 2001 Lotus Esprit V8. He manages to win the car for a shockingly low price, but the celebration is cut short when he discovers why it was so cheap. From a missing roof replaced by a piece of plastic to winking headlights and a terrifying crunch when shifting gears, the drive home proves treacherous. Back in Kansas, Hoovey takes the car to the Car Ninja for a desperation attempt to save the transmission with a fluid flush. Tune in to see if this “Hail Mary” fix can save the Lotus, or if Hoovey has finally purchased a mechanical nightmare that requires an engine-out repair.
▶ Watch on YouTubeThis RS2 Engine Strip Down Is Way Worse Than We Thought!
Join Ricky and the Guys as they dive back into the ambitious restoration of the Audi RS2. What starts as a routine strip-down takes a turn for the worse when the team uncovers severe cracking in the turbo and manifold, forcing a debate on whether to pursue a concourse finish or a functional resto-mod. Between battles with seized bolts and "unobtainium" parts, the new Aqua Blast machine is put to the test, miraculously transforming decades of grime into showroom-shine metal. Plus, the team weighs in on a recent automotive industry controversy and announces a special viewer giveaway.
▶ Find on YouTubeI Found The "secret Boss" Of Ferrari Fuel Systems
With the Ferrari 308's engine currently undergoing a major rebuild, Scott takes the opportunity to focus on the critical ancillary components that will define the quality of this restoration. The journey begins in Wales at Grey Goose Restorations, where a deep dive into the fuel metering unit reveals some alarming inconsistencies and a potential disaster with the original injectors. Later, Scott heads to Kent to visit an electroplating specialist, transforming tired fuel lines into jewelry for the engine bay. Tune in to see the shocking difference professional plating makes and to watch the 'Dream Team' breathe new life into the Ferrari's aging fuel system.
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