Ep 1. The Shorty Short VW Bus
- TV-14
- October 13, 2014
- 41 min
In season 7 episode 1 of Fast N' Loud, the Gas Monkey Garage team takes on a new and unique challenge- transforming an old and worn out Volkswagen Bus into a sleek and modern machine. The catch? This Volkswagen Bus is shorter than usual, making the job even more challenging. But Richard Rawlings and his team are up for the task.
The episode starts with Richard Rawlings and his team visiting a Volkswagen collector in town. The collector shows them an old Volkswagen Bus that he has in his collection. But this Volkswagen Bus is unique- it's shorter than the usual Volkswagen Bus. The collector reveals that it was imported from Germany and was used as a delivery van. Richard is intrigued by the project and decides to take it on.
The team at Gas Monkey Garage starts working on the Volkswagen Bus, and they soon realize that they have their work cut out for them. The Volkswagen Bus is in bad shape and needs a lot of work. They start by tearing it down and stripping it of its old parts.
The team decides to add a modern touch to the Volkswagen Bus. They install a new engine, upgrade the suspension, and add modern amenities like air conditioning and power steering. They also add custom bumpers, new wheels, and a custom paint job.
The team faces several challenges during the build. They struggle to fit a bigger engine in the small space, they have trouble with the wiring, and they find rust spots that need to be fixed. However, they manage to overcome these challenges and continue with the build.
Meanwhile, Richard Rawlings is on a mission to find a buyer for the finished product. He meets with potential buyers, but none of them seem to be interested in the project. Richard starts to worry that they won't find a buyer, but he is determined to finish the project.
As the build nears completion, Richard decides to add some personal touches to the Volkswagen Bus. He adds a custom surfboard rack and a vintage surfboard to the roof. He also adds a custom interior with plush leather seats and a modern sound system.
Finally, the day arrives when the Volkswagen Bus is ready to be revealed. The Gas Monkey Garage team unveils the Volkswagen Bus at a local car show, and it's an instant hit. The Volkswagen Bus is a beautiful and unique creation that turns heads wherever it goes.
Overall, season 7 episode 1 of Fast N' Loud is an exciting and challenging build that showcases the Gas Monkey Garage team's skills and creativity. The Shorty Short VW Bus is a unique project that pushes the team to their limits and results in a beautiful and modern machine.
