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  Radical Restoration
(39 x 30 mins) HDTV
 
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Series 1

EPS 101
In this episode see how Gary and his team put the finishing touches on a modified 1936 Ford Pick- Up truck that has been transformed into a Hot-Rod as it makes its entry into the prestigious classic car competition at Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Then, we visit a dedicated Model T-Ford enthusiast as he showcases his 1912 Model-T and a 1932 Model-A.
EPS 102
We get inside a restored 1965 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible then meet the family that had to make a difficult decision to sell their 1965 Ford Galaxy, a rare factory-built car. Then we take a tour of some of the cars in the shop as they work their way through the restoration process.
EPS 103
The 70’s were notorious for both muscle cars and luxury cars. In this episode, for the luxury, we look at a Lincoln Continental and a Buick Riviera. For the muscle, we check out a Dodge Charger. Then later, we see how a 1965 Divco delivery truck is given a new lease on life.
EPS 104
A 1966 Impala SS is restored, and we follow the process as Gary and his team bring this classic car back to life.
EPS 105
A 1966 Chevelle is modified, and we watch Gary and his team put the finishing touches on a 1000 horsepower engine and take it for a short spin.
EPS 106
In this episode we visit the Clayton Classic Car Show in Upstate New York and meet up with a few of the exhibitors.
EPS 107
Join Gary and his crew and see how a 1950 Chevy pick-up truck is transformed. Then tour the shop to see the work being done to several project vehicles like a 1969 Dart, a 1977 VW Van, and a 1953 Pontiac.
EPS 108
We join Gary as he participates in “Classics By the Bay”, a classic car show on the shores of Kempenfelt Bay in Barrie where we take in some of the vehicles on display and speak with some of their owners. Then we see what it takes to move a restoration shop to a new location.
EPS 109
We take a trip to Virginia to the 50th Anniversary of the Morgan Car Club as they put on a concours event at Luray Cavern’s, then we visit a classic car show in rural Ontario.
EPS 110
A rusted Nova is given a new lease on life as Gary and his team restore it. Then we look at the restoration work to preserve a 1968 International Pick-Up truck.
EPS 111
A ’55 Chevy Nomad Wagon is given a few finishing touches before it heads up to the Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance. We take a spin in Shelby Cobra before heading to the Toronto International Car Show.
EPS 112
The Fossmobile. Made in 1897 in Sherbrooke Quebec, it was Canada’s first gasoline powered car. We join Ron Foss as he showcases the work he did to build a replica of the car his grandfather built and puts it on display in Sherbrooke.
EPS 113
Ron Foss takes the Fossmobile to the prestigious car show at the Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance where we visit a few of the exhibitors. Then we follow the Fossmobile as it installed at the Canadian Automotive Museum.

Series 2

EPS 201
We visit a 57 Bel-Air and see the work done to restore this classic and highly priced vehicle and follow it down to Motorama in Toronto and meet up with a few classic car owners and their cars.
EPS 202
Wasaga Beach Cruisers - we visit a club night at the beach where we meet up with a few classic car owners who showcase their vehicles.
EPS 203
Largest car museum on the east coast is featured as we take a guided tour of some of the rarest vehicles in their collection.
EPS 204
Corvette Museum in Kentucky is featured where we take a Corvette for a spin on the test track and explore the history of the Corvette.
EPS 205
A family presents a gift to their son, a 1972 Barracuda with a 1200 horse-power engine that is going to be restored.
EPS 206
We follow a 1972 Karman Ghia and a 1980 Land Cruiser as they go into the shop.
EPS 207
A Ford Bronco is retrofitted with a new eco-V-6 engine and has a few special features added.
EPS 208
A 1965 Charger is brought in for a 1200HP 420 Hemi and a few other modifications.
EPS 209
We follow along as a 1936 Chevy Coupe with a Pontiac front end is modified.
EPS 210
Work on a 1932 Ford to modify it into a limousine style truck decked out with a 1000HP diesel engine begins. Then we visit the first Ford plant in Canada which is now the showroom for a coffee and espresso machine company, Faema, where a couple Model-T’s are on display alongside their coffee and espresso machines.
EPS 211
A Shelby Mustang is retrofitted with a new engine and is given a new audio system.
EPS 212
We follow along as a 1955 Chevy Pick-up truck with a 502 Big Block engine is given a few added features.
EPS 213
We visit the Bothwell Car show and showcase several vintage vehicles.

Series 3

• Episode 301: Vaulted Collections & Car Club Culture
Features: We kick off the season with an exclusive look inside the private garage of an avid classic car collector. Afterward, we embed with regional car club members as they gather to showcase their prized street machines.

• Episode 302: The Fast & Furious Charger Build
Features: High-octane emotional stakes take over as a family surprise their son with the Season ultimate gift: a classic 1970 Dodge Charger. We track the shop floor as they begin an intense restoration to build a 1,200-horsepower replica of the legendary Fast & Furious movie car.

• Episode 303: Model-T Legacies & Espresso Machines
Features: We visit Canada’s historic first Ford assembly plant, now creatively preserved as a luxury showroom for the Faema coffee company, displaying pristine Model-T's alongside top-tier espresso machines. Later, we catch up with a passionate Model-T owner at the bustling Bothwell Car Show.

• Episode 304: The Motorama Journey
Features: We profile a beautiful, highly priced 1957 Chevrolet Bel-Air to analyze the elite craftsmanship required for its restoration. Then, we track the vehicle down to Toronto's massive Motorama Custom Car & Motorsports Expo to check out the top tier of Ontario's car culture.

• Episode 305: Beach Cruisers & The '56 GMC
Features: Radical Restoration hits the shores of Wasaga Beach for a packed club night with the local Wasaga Beach Cruisers. Then, the focus shifts back to the shop to detail the final, completed restoration work on a stunning 1956 GMC truck.

• Episode 306: The Henry Ford Museum
Features: The crew takes an automotive pilgrimage across the border to Dearborn, Michigan, for an exclusive, guided tour through the vaulted, historic automobile exhibits at the world-famous Henry Ford Museum.

• Episode 307: Eco-V6 Bronco Evolution
Features: The shop tackles a masterclass in modernizing vintage utility as a classic Ford Bronco gets retrofitted with a high-efficiency eco-V6 engine and a customized suite of specialized, bespoke trail features.

• Episode 308: Panel Trucks & Big Blocks
Features: Anticipation builds as the team completes the meticulous final roadready preparations on a rare 1972 Panel Truck. Afterward, we jump behind the wheel of a muscular 1955 pickup for an open-road test drive.

• Episode 309: Custom Bowties & Classic Coupes
Features: We go behind the scenes to track the unique design process of modifying a 1936 Chevrolet Coupe seamlessly engineered with a vintage Pontiac front end. Plus, we stop to inspect the pristine steel lines of a classic 1940 Ford Coupe.

• Episode 310: The Pride of Bothwell
Features: We dedicate an entire episode to one of the most celebrated automotive gatherings in Canada: the Bothwell Car Show, capturing a spectacular array of premier vintage vehicles and custom builds.

• Episode 311: Luray Cavern’s Hidden Rare Iron
Features: We travel to the East Coast's largest automotive museum archive: the prestigious Luray Caverns Car and Carriage Museum in Virginia, taking a guided tour of some of the rarest, untouched transport vehicles in human history.

• Episode 312: Greenfield Village Festival
Features: Continuing our Michigan tour, the crew embeds in the massive, living history landscape of Greenfield Village during their spectacular annual Classic Car Festival.

• Episode 313: Modern Muscle Meets Classic Paint
Features: The season wraps with a high-speed comparison test drive of a modern 2012 Dodge Charger.

(as at 26 Aug 2026)

 
 
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