Hard Parts: South Bronx

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  • 2012
  • 1 Season
  • 7.5  (14)

Hard Parts: South Bronx is a reality television series that features the struggle of a vehicle customization shop to make ends meet in the tough world of the South Bronx. The show originally aired on the SPEED network in 2012 and ran for one season. The show follows the everyday operations of Gotham Garage, a small auto parts and customizing shop that specializes in high-performance vehicles. The shop is run by owner Ralph, who has been working in the customizing business for over 25 years. Ralph is joined by a team of mechanics and customizing experts who work tirelessly to meet the demanding expectations of their clients.

The show captures the gritty and often chaotic reality of life in the South Bronx. Gotham Garage is located in an area that is infamous for its high crime rate, poverty, and unemployment. Despite these obstacles, the crew at the shop manages to thrive by building and customizing some of the most impressive vehicles around.

Throughout the series, viewers get an inside look at the daily challenges faced by the Gotham Garage crew. From sourcing rare and expensive parts to dealing with customers who are never satisfied, each episode is packed with drama, tension, and excitement. The crew is always under pressure to deliver top-notch work, often on a tight deadline.

The show's central focus is on the process of customizing high-performance vehicles. The crew takes on a range of projects, from vintage muscle cars to modern-day supercars. Through the course of each episode, we see the cars come to life, with each customization project reflecting the unique personalities and preferences of the clients.

One of the standout features of the show is the incredible attention to detail that the Gotham Garage team brings to each project. Whether it's installing custom sound systems, upgrading engines, or adding specialty paint jobs, the team always goes the extra mile to ensure that every vehicle produced is a work of art.

Hard Parts: South Bronx is also notable for its portrayal of the tight-knit community that exists within the South Bronx. Despite the tough circumstances, the people who live and work in the area form strong bonds that endure through thick and thin. The show captures this sense of community spirit, and viewers get a sense of the resilience and determination that defines life in the South Bronx.

Overall, Hard Parts: South Bronx is a captivating and thrilling reality series that offers a unique glimpse into the world of customizing and auto parts. Whether you're a car enthusiast or just a fan of great television, this show is definitely worth checking out. So buckle up and get ready for an unforgettable ride through one of the most challenging and exciting areas of America.

Hard Parts: South Bronx is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (14 episodes). The series first aired on May 19, 2012.

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Til Death Do Us Parts
13. Til Death Do Us Parts
August 21, 2012
Computer problems create chaos on Joe's ability to conduct business as usual.
One-Eyed Willys
12. One-Eyed Willys
August 14, 2012
Not wanting to cancel "date night" with his wife, Joe sends Hector to pick up a headlight lens for a 1934 Willys; Joe solves the mystery of an electrical short in a private eye's Toyota.
Axle Woes
11. Axle Woes
August 7, 2012
An axle fix for a 2002 Volvo; Joe helps the fire department; a lowrider needs repair.
Wiped Out
10. Wiped Out
July 31, 2012
The shop is bombarded by parts requests from radio listeners after Joe's guest appearance on a show.
Radio Heads
9. Radio Heads
July 24, 2012
Joe rebuilds the wiper motor on a 1958 Daimler for a film shoot; Nelson needs an air-conditioning system for a 1958 Styleline, a model which didn't have air; Joe needs parts for a Charger not yet on the market.
Vapor Locked
8. Vapor Locked
July 17, 2012
Joe assists the owner of a 1972 TVR Vixen back on the highway to continue his cross-country trip and later, searches for a louder horn for a Saturn Tarantula.
Hack Seat Driver
7. Hack Seat Driver
July 10, 2012
Hector needs to fix the meter on a 1981 Checker cab, a pair of bounty hunters need Joe's help solving a heating request on a 2010 Impala.
Saab Story
6. Saab Story
June 26, 2012
Joe tests the shocks on van though pothole strewn streets while Hector protects a wedding cake; sparks fly when Richie sends James out for a door actuator for a 2004 Saab.
The Hungry Games
5. The Hungry Games
June 19, 2012
Joe keeps busy with an electrical fix for a 2001 Tahoe stereo system, jobs for a plumber and the owner of a juice truck while he attempts to not eat all day.
Lost in Transmission
4. Lost in Transmission
June 7, 2012
Joe has a hard time finding a steering box for a 1957 Fiat's and his relationship with a local restaurateur is tested; a boy works on rebuilding a '79 Monte Carlo; Joe has a difficult decision about his late father's parts collection.
South Bronx: Run Ferrer Run
3. South Bronx: Run Ferrer Run
May 31, 2012
A pair of real-life ninjas come to BS&F in search of an ignition coil for their 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon Aeroback. And James challenges Joe to a foot race, to which Joe happily agrees... but with a catch.
Run, Ferrer, Run
3. Run, Ferrer, Run
June 1, 2012
An ignition coil for a '78 Cutlass are needed for two real life ninjas; Joe is challenged by James in a foot race.
Starters for Breakfast
2. Starters for Breakfast
May 24, 2012
Joe is short staffed and sends Hector to find a high-performance starter for a '67 Camaro that will be drag racing that night; James has to deliver a gas tank filler neck in less than an hour to Joe's most demanding customer.
Bronx to the Future
1. Bronx to the Future
May 19, 2012
Joe needs to find rear calipers that are exactly like the 1981 DeLorean used in the movie Back to the Future; James ignores Joe's instructions and is in hot water.
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Where to Watch Hard Parts: South Bronx
Hard Parts: South Bronx is available for streaming on the SPEED website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Hard Parts: South Bronx on demand at Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    May 19, 2012
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (14)