Ep 15. Power and Glory

In the third season of Counting Cars, the team at Counts Kustoms continues to restore and customize classic vehicles. In episode 15, titled "Power and Glory," the team takes on some impressive projects.

First up, a client brings in a 1948 Lincoln Continental that he bought as a basket case. He wants to turn it into a lowrider and give it some serious power. Danny agrees to take on the challenge and promises to deliver a car that will turn heads.

Danny and the team start by upgrading the car's suspension to give it the right stance. They install hydraulics so that the car can ride low when cruising down the street. Then they turn their attention to the engine. They decide to add a supercharger to the Lincoln's flathead V12 engine. This will give the car the power it needs to burn rubber and dominate the lowrider scene.

Meanwhile, Kevin takes on a project of his own. He's always had a soft spot for Burt Reynolds and his iconic black and gold Trans Am from the movie Smokey and the Bandit. So when a client brings in a Trans Am, Kevin sees it as an opportunity to pay homage to the legendary actor and film.

Kevin and the team start by restoring the car's body to make it look like the iconic Trans Am from the movie. They add the iconic gold Firebird decals and a gold eagle hood ornament. Under the hood, they decide to keep the car's original 400 cubic inch V8 engine. However, they give it a few upgrades, like a new carburetor and an upgraded intake manifold, to give it more power.

Finally, Danny and Ryan take on a project that Danny is particularly excited about. A husband and wife bring in a 1950 Chevy pickup truck that they want to use to promote their family business, a company that sells fresh bread and pastries. Danny agrees to restore the truck and give it a bold new look that will draw attention to their business.

Danny and Ryan start by stripping the truck down to its bare bones. They take out the old engine and replace it with a new one. Then they start working on the body. They decide to go with a two-tone paint job, with a bright red top and a cream-colored bottom. They also add some pinstriping to give the truck a classic look. Finally, they add some new wheels and tires to give the truck a sporty and modern feel.

As they work on these three projects, the team at Counts Kustoms encounters some challenges along the way. The Lincoln proves harder to work on than they anticipated, and the Trans Am's engine doesn't deliver the power they were hoping for. But as always, the team persists and comes up with creative solutions to make these cars truly special.

In the end, Danny and the team deliver three incredible cars that their clients are thrilled with. The Lincoln is a lowrider with serious power, the Trans Am is a tribute to one of the biggest movie stars of all time, and the Chevy pickup is a bold and eye-catching vehicle that's perfect for promoting a business.

"Power and Glory" is another example of the incredible work that the team at Counts Kustoms is capable of. With their attention to detail and their passion for classic cars, they continue to amaze viewers with their stunning restorations and customizations.