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FantomWorks

Season 1 2013

  • 2013-07-01T01:00:00Z on Motor Trend
  • 1h
  • 5h 26m (6 episodes)
  • United States
  • English
  • Reality, Documentary
In FantomWorks restoration expert Dan Short and his team only have a heart for those who genuinely love their cars. Every car has a story, but if you can't prove to Dan that you truly care about your car and want the job done right then he won't accept your business. Dan's bustling shop, FantomWorks, is the largest automotive restoration shop in America. Leaning on of years automotive restoration experience in addition to the qualities of discipline and precision Dan acquired in the military, the FantomWorks team runs a busy production pipeline in order to meticulously refurbish some of America's favorite rides. Old cars come with new obstacles including irate car owners, personality clashes, cost over-runs, parts problems and walkouts. Come along for the ride with Dan and the FantomWorks team.

6 episodes

Series Premiere

2013-07-01T01:00:00Z

1x01 1963 Corvette and 1931 Model A Hot Rod

Series Premiere

1x01 1963 Corvette and 1931 Model A Hot Rod

  • 2013-07-01T01:00:00Z1h

Dan Short is the owner of FantomWorks and a fan of classic cars. So, when James brings in a 1963 Chevrolet Corvette AND he wants Dan to add the world’s first convertible split window – the job is too cool to resist. The problem: James needs the car for his wedding in less than two months. While the team wrestle with the near-impossible Corvette restoration, Bill brings in a 1931 Model A Ford that his father converted into a hot rod. Bill is an internet mechanic who has torn the car to pieces. This would normally send Dan running for the hills, but the car is Bill’s only connection to his dead father. Dan agrees to take on the job. Then, he finds that Bill’s budget is only $20,000.

Dan and the team take on a 1965 Ford Mustang fastback and a 1951 Studebaker truck. The Mustang is for a friend whose plans are far bigger than his budget and the Studebaker needs a unique design to make it a world-class show vehicle.

A 1964 Impala that is one step away from the junkyard; a delay on a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Wagon.

Dan attempts a near-impossible conversion by making a 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS accessible for the physically challenged; a 1926 Velie becomes the shop's first pre-war restoration.

A 1966 Volkswagen Beetle ends up on the curb due to problems with the vehicle's owner; Dan spots hidden potential in a 1976 Triumph TR6 convertible.

Season Finale

2013-08-05T01:00:00Z

1x06 1965 Cadillac DeVille and 1984 Monte Carlo

Season Finale

1x06 1965 Cadillac DeVille and 1984 Monte Carlo

  • 2013-08-05T01:00:00Z43m

A 1965 Cadillac DeVille filled with leaves and rat droppings is considered a health hazard; the team hopes to transform a 1984 Monte Carlo into a head-turning anniversary gift.

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