Roadworthy Rescues

Overview
Derek Bieri breathes new life into neglected vehicles in Roadworthy Rescues. He scours for forgotten cars, transforming them from rusting heaps into fully operational gems. Each episode delves into the backstory of these automotive relics, exploring their original purpose and enduring significance. With his signature humor and insightful commentary, Derek not only revives the cars but also celebrates their unique histories, making the journey as entertaining as the stunning restorations themselves.
Episodes
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1
Swamp-Stang
In the inaugural episode, Derek pulls a 1967 Ford Mustang from its 28-year slumber. Despite the extensive rust and years of abandonment, he is determi...
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2
Bandit Chevy
Derek discovers a 1951 Chevrolet Deluxe that he believes deserves a second chance. Unfortunately, decades of neglect have left their mark on the vehic...
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3
Termite Tempest
Derek rescues a 1966 Pontiac Tempest featuring a rare overhead-cam six-cylinder engine. Simply removing the dust won't be enough to honor this classic...
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4
Hotwired Tow Truck
Title: Reviving Rust Plot: Derek makes a trip to a junkyard in search of an old tow truck to assist with his shop's needs. He stumbles upon a battere...
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5
Bare Metal Bel Air
Derek faces the challenges of dense vegetation and unpredictable weather as he attempts to rescue a 1964 Chevrolet Bel Air from a field in Kentucky an...
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6
Black Hills Blazer
Derek heads back to the shop where he learned the ropes as a teenager, discovering a 1979 Chevrolet K5 Blazer that has been neglected for more than tw...
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7
Motor City Model A
Title: Motor City Model A Plot: In a Detroit car club nestled in the heart of the city, Derek stumbles upon a 1928 Ford Model A that has been dormant...
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8
Rebel with a Cause
Title: Rebel with a Cause Plot: In the climactic season finale, Derek stumbles upon a Rebel SST Convertible at the only remaining AMC dealership. Thi...
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North Woods Rallaxie
Derek travels to the wintry expanse of Escanaba in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, where he discovers a 1964 Ford Galaxie that has been left untouched for...
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2
Jeep J-Too Sketchy
Title: Jeep J-Too Sketchy Plot: Derek joins forces with Dave Chappelle from Dirt Every Day to breathe new life into a 1972 Jeep J2000, which has been...
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3
Gutterball Cutlass
Title: Gutterball Cutlass Plot: Derek heads to southern Kansas in search of a lost 1966 Oldsmobile F-85. Joined by his brother Sean, they set out to ...
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4
Overtime Dually
Title: Overtime Dually Plot: In the heart of Kentucky, Derek Bieri and Dave Chappelle stumble upon a weathered dually surrounded by a group of chick...
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5
Hatchet Coronet
Title: Hatchet Coronet Plot: Breathing life into a neglected Dodge Coronet demands the expertise of two unconventional mechanics. Derek enlists his b...
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6
Budget Burt
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7
Cowbell Chevelle
Derek and his brother Sean return to their family farm in North Dakota, determined to restore a classic goin'-to-town rig for the old homestead. They ...
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8
Great 8N
Desperate for a new riding lawn mower, Derek sets off east and discovers a 1950 Ford 8N tractor. However, he quickly realizes it has a cracked engine ...
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9
Disaster Deluxe
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10
Bruiser Wagon
Derek and Sean Bieri head to Zweifel Motors in South Dakota with the goal of restoring an Oldsmobile station wagon. However, they soon encounter issue...
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11
The Return of Vanishing Paint
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12
DeLoralet
Derek and his crew set out to rev up a DeLorean for the LS Fest happening in Kentucky.
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El Amarillo
Near Amarillo, Texas, Derek stumbles upon a 1960 El Camino that has been stored away in a garage for three decades. As he begins the process of restor...
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2

The Farm Ford
Title: The Farm Ford Plot: Derek returns to his North Dakota family farm after inheriting a 1946 Ford grain truck from his grandfather. The vehicle h...
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3

The Turd Bird and Travel Y'all Part 1
Title: The Turd Bird and Travel Y'all Part 1 Plot: In Texas, Derek stumbles upon a 1968 Thunderbird overrun by raccoons, and it's in such a filthy st...
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4

Turd Bird, Travel Y'all Part 2
Derek faces a series of challenges with fluid leaks and faulty brakes as he works to bring the Turd Bird back to Vice Grip Garage. Once there, he disa...
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5

Overbaked Studebaker
Title: Overbaked Studebaker Plot: Derek travels to Guthrie, Oklahoma, excited to uncover a 1947 Studebaker Champion with a flathead straight-six engi...
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6

The Peterson Chieftain
Derek has been holding onto a '55 Pontiac Chieftain, eager to bring it back to life as a homage to the roots of NASCAR.
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7

The Gasser Chevy
Derek travels to Lompoc, California, seeking assistance from David Freiburger to tackle the numerous problems plaguing a 1940 Chevrolet gasser.
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8

The GT-Oh No
Derek and his brother Sean dive into restoring the most affordable 1970 GTO they could track down. They tackle a series of challenges, including fault...
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9

The Interstate International
Title: The Cross-Country Haul Plot: Derek is in search of a more robust tractor for his farm work. He comes across a functioning 1978 International H...
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10

The Barneville
Derek discovers a 1962 Bonneville at a horse ranch in eastern Michigan and dreams of taking it for a spin along the iconic Woodward Avenue in metro De...
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11

The Barneville Part 2
Derek is set on revitalizing the 1962 Pontiac "Barneville" with some enhancements to get it cruising again. However, he realizes he can't tackle this ...
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12

777
Derek travels to Minnesota with plans to restore a dirt track car he's kept hidden for some time. To turn his dream into reality, he’ll rely on the ...