Chasing Classic Cars
Overview
Chasing Classic Cars showcases the expertise of master restorer Wayne Carini as he seeks out some of the rarest and most luxurious vehicles around. Viewers gain exclusive access to the prestigious world of avid car collectors, witnessing Wayne’s journey as he acquires, refurbishes, and ultimately sells these vintage masterpieces. Each episode highlights the passion and dedication involved in preserving automotive history, offering a thrilling glimpse into the art of car restoration and the vibrant community surrounding classic automobiles.
Episodes
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1
Bugatti Barn Find
Title: Bugatti Barn Find Plot: Join master car restorer Wayne Carini as he uncovers a hidden gem in a remote garage in Westchester, N.Y.: an astonish...
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2
Monterey Madness
Title: Monterey Madness Plot: Monterey's auction week in California is the pinnacle event for car collectors, and Wayne Carini, a renowned car rest...
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Auction at Amelia Island, Part 1
Title: Auction at Amelia Island, Part 1 Plot: The struggling economy in the U.S. has impacted the competitive realm of car collectors. As the RM Vint...
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Auction at Amelia Island, Part 2
With prices sinking and European collectors eagerly snapping up rare vehicles at bargain rates, all attention turns to the prestigious RM Vintage Moto...
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5
Herb's Ferrari
Wayne Carini, an expert in Ferraris and a skilled car restorer, catches wind of a 1972 Ferrari Daytona Spyder up for sale in Denver. This gem has been...
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6
Internet Flips and Finds
Vintage cars can pop up in the most unexpected places—from backyards to barns to online marketplaces—but finding them requires more than just luck...
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Amelia Island
Wayne kicks off the auction season at Amelia Island, showcasing a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190SL and a 280SE Cabriolet. The big question is whether he'll co...
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Hudson Hornet
Wayne pursued a Hudson Italia for nearly four decades before finally getting his hands on the car in 2006. However, he soon discovers that the woman h...
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3
Micro Cars
Wayne heads to the Bruce Weiner Microcar Museum in search of a BMW Isetta for his daughter. He’s eager to find one, but the question remains—can h...
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Packards
Title: Packards Plot: Wayne visits an auction featuring rare automobiles and is instantly captivated by a 1937 Packard Convertible. As the bidding ...
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Utah Collection
Title: Utah Collection Plot: Wayne is on a quest to find some rare classic cars. His source claims they are in excellent shape but refuses to share a...
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275 Ferrari
Title: 275 Ferrari Plot: Wayne is on the hunt for the perfect buyer for a rare 275 Ferrari, understanding that such a unique vehicle deserves special...
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Where Are They Now?
Title: What Became of Them? Plot: Wayne revisits some remarkable discoveries from previous seasons, highlighting a Rolls Royce that was auctioned for...
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8
Chase, Buy, Repeat!
Wayne has a client who's extremely passionate about Fords and is eager to acquire one of each production model from 1935 to 1940. Determined to track ...
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9
Barn Find or Bust
Title: Barn Discovery or Bust Plot: Wayne is ecstatic when he stumbles upon a well-preserved 1963 street-legal 427 Cobra hidden in a barn. Prior to p...
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10
Green Is the New Black
Wayne's client owns a 1973 Daytona Spyder in a shade called "restoration red." Unfortunately, this color may not be eye-catching enough to make a spla...
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11
Wet, Wild, & Willys!
Wayne’s love for the unconventional shines through as he puts an eclectic mix of vehicles up for auction.
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12
Overheating in Oregon
Title: Oregon's Hidden Gem Plot: Wayne travels to Oregon in search of a rare treasure – a pristine 1932 Stutz DV32. Recognizing its potential as a ...
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13
A Mysterious Find
When four sisters seek guidance on what to do with their father's 1939 328 BMW, they reach out to Wayne for help. After sitting idle for two decades, ...
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14
What Wayne Wants
Title: Wayne's Ambition Plot: Wayne sets out to sell several vehicles at auction, motivated by his desire to acquire a magnificent 1911 Winton 17b Fi...
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15
Red Hot and Rowdy
Following the tragic loss of her husband and son in a plane crash, a woman seeks Wayne's assistance to sell her late husband’s prized 1965 427 S/C C...
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Chance of a Lifetime
Wayne gets the opportunity to check out the last existing original 1967 275 GTB/4 Ferrari N.A.R.T. Spyder. With these NARTs fetching multi-million dol...
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Invitation Only
Wayne gives you an exclusive look into the most exciting events, trendy parties, and hidden gem gatherings happening during the Concours at Pebble Bea...
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Cannonball's Run
Wayne takes on the task of selling the Eliminator, a car owned by automotive journalist Brock Yates. After collecting it from the Saratoga Automobile ...
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Back to the Beach
In 1955, Phil Hill made history by winning both the Pebble Beach race and the best-of-show award on the same day. Now, Wayne finds himself in the mids...
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20
Backyard Finds
Wayne takes a stroll through his familiar territory and stumbles upon a hidden treasure trove of Mopar vehicles, a vintage 1905 Cadillac, and a stunni...
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21
Wayne Meets Triplets
Title: Wayne Encounters Triplets Plot: Wayne catches wind of a hidden stash of three 308 Ferraris parked in a local garage and arrives prepared to ma...
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22
Wayne Goes Skiing
Wayne teams up with Olympic gold medalist Jonny Mosely and the Squaw Valley ski resort to track down a vehicle that might have participated in the 196...
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23
Big Brass
Title: Big Brass Plot: Wayne heads to Napa, California, to assess a selection of classic automobiles, featuring a 1911 Kissel Kar, a 1910 Buick Mod...
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24
Kiss a Few Frogs
Wayne discovers a unique 1934 Lincoln KB Convertible but faces a challenge: he needs to meet the owner's steep asking price and purchase two additiona...
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25
Getting Hot
Wayne is searching for a Volvo 960 station wagon, but this particular vehicle has a unique twist: its original owner, Paul Newman, equipped it with a ...
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The Power of Three
Wayne discovers a stunning 1970 Porsche 911 E Targa with only 5,000 miles on the clock, but that’s just the beginning. He also uncovers what could b...
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Chase, Buy, Repeat!
Title: Hunt, Purchase, Rewind! Plot: Wayne is approached by a client on a quest to acquire every Ford model produced between 1935 and 1940. To fulfil...
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2
Barn Find, or Bust?
Title: Barn Discovery or Bust? Plot: Wayne stumbles upon a 1963 street-legal 427 Cobra hidden away in a barn. Excited by his find, he takes the class...
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3
Green is the New Black
Wayne’s client decides to give his 1973 Daytona Spyder a fresh look by painting it in a striking shade of restoration red.
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Wet, Wild, and Willys!
Wayne puts a bizarre assortment of vehicles up for auction.
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5
Overheating in Oregon
Wayne heads to Oregon to acquire a 1932 Stutz DV32, which he intends to restore and sell for a profit.
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A Mysterious Find
The four sisters turn to Wayne for guidance on how to handle their father's 1939 BMW 328. While exploring the car, they stumble upon a mysterious brie...
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What Wayne Wants
Wayne finds himself in the midst of an auction as he tries to collect funds to purchase a 1911 Winton 17b five-passenger touring car. He decides to pu...
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Red Hot and Rowdy
A woman seeks Wayne's assistance to sell her late husband's 1965 Shelby Cobra 427 S/C.
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Chance of a Lifetime
Wayne has the opportunity to see the last existing original 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 N.A.R.T. Spyder up close and personal.
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Invitation Only
Wayne offers a sneak peek into the most exciting events and the trendiest parties taking place at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
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Cannonball's Run
Wayne is tasked with selling the Eliminator roadster owned by automotive journalist Brock Yates. He retrieves the car from the Saratoga Automobile Mus...
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Road to Minerva
Title: Journey to Minerva Plot: In the opening episode of Season 9, Wayne and his friend Ralph are ecstatic when they snag a unique, all-original 193...
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A-List B Cars
Title: A-List B Cars Plot: Wayne explores the diverse range of BMW vehicles as he showcases the stunning 2003 BMW Z8 Alpina roadster, known for its i...
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Bearcar Boys & Porsche Toys
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Porsche 4Cam vs. Steve Jobs BMW Z8
Wayne faces a daring challenge as he sets out to acquire a 1957 Porsche 356A 1500 GS Carrera featuring the elusive four-camshaft engine. Meanwhile, wh...
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Racing Record Monza, Bucking Bronco, and Vincent Motos
Title: Monza Marvels, Wild Broncos, and Vincent Treasures Plot: Wayne uncovers a unique '59 Fiat Abarth Record Monza hidden away in a New York garage...
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Chevy Surprise & Lucky Lamborghini
Title: Chevy Revelation & Fortunate Lamborghini Plot: Eager to honor his father's 65th birthday, a devoted son sets out to locate and refurbish a vin...
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100 Year Old Harley
Title: Century-Old Ride Plot: Wayne stumbles upon a century-old Harley Davidson tucked away in a basement. Feeling adventurous, he makes a bold move ...
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Coupe! (There It Is)
Title: Coupe! (There It Is) Plot: Wayne sets off in pursuit of a pristine '61 Cadillac Coupe DeVille, enjoying an exhilarating drive in a lively '53 ...
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Ford GT40 & A Flying Banana
Wayne embarks on an exciting journey filled with firsts as he tackles the restoration of a unique 1934 MG PA Airline Coupe. He also lends a hand to a ...
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Commander in Chief
Wayne receives an exciting invitation for his completely original 1954 Studebaker Commander Starliner Coupe to participate in the most esteemed car sh...
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Wheels & Deals
Wayne works his magic on a 1931 Packard 840 Roadster, only to find an unlikely buyer waiting in the wings. He also lends a classic '57 Ferrari Testa R...
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XKE Marks the Spot
Wayne brings a 1962 Jaguar XKE SI 3.8 Flat Floor Roadster back to life, a classic that once belonged to "Today Show" host Dave Garroway. He also explo...
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Hurray for Jollywood!
Wayne discovers a prized 1965 Shelby GT350 with surprisingly low mileage. He also takes a renowned hot rod from the 1950s Southern California scene to...
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One Car Wonder
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Wayne's Gotta Wait
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No Replacement for Displacement
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(AC) Ace in the Hole
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3 Million Mile Volvo
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Shouldn't Be Selling It
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10 Million Dollar Fixer Upper
The crew embarks on an ambitious project to restore a prized 1937 Bugatti to its former glory, aiming to showcase it at the renowned Pebble Beach Conc...
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Twist and Scout
Title: Twist and Scout Plot: Wayne finally acquires his dream bike, a 1928 Indian Scout 101, and is eager to hit the racetrack. Alongside this thrill...
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Let the Good Times Roll
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Eclectic Avenue
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A Griffith Resurrection
Title: The Griffith Revival Plot: Wayne stumbles upon an elusive mid-sixties Griffith 200 tucked away in a parking garage, where it has remained unno...
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Hasta La Bristol, Baby!
While working on his ultra-rare '54 Arnolt Bristol Coupe and '55 Arnolt Bristol Roadster, Wayne stumbles upon a mid-forties MG TC that’s up for sale...
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The Collection Has Left the Building
As the Tupelo Automobile Museum prepares to shut its doors and auction off its entire collection for charity, they reach out to Wayne for assistance. ...
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Fly Like an Elgin
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Great Godsal!
A client has acquired a rare 1935 Godsal and has enlisted Wayne and Evan Ide to handle its restoration. Since there’s no other vehicle like it, Evan...