Ultimate Car Build Off

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  • 2010
  • 1 Season
  • 7.5  (30)

Ultimate Car Build Off was a reality series from the Discovery Channel that premiered in 2010. The show was all about high-stakes competition between the best car builders in America. It was hosted by the iconic automotive designer and hot rod builder Chip Foose. In each episode of Ultimate Car Build Off, two teams of car builders would face off against each other to build the best custom car possible within a specific challenge. The challenges were usually quite extreme, ranging from designing a car that could drive through a wall to building a car that could survive being submerged underwater.

Each team was given an identical budget to work with, and they had a set amount of time to complete their builds. Once the builds were complete, they would be judged by a panel of automotive experts to determine the winner.

The show was known for its high production values and stunning visuals. Each episode featured plenty of slow-motion shots of cars being built, with dramatic music playing in the background. Viewers got to see all the nitty-gritty details of the builds, from the welding and metalwork to the painting and upholstery.

One of the things that set Ultimate Car Build Off apart from other car-building shows was the emphasis on teamwork. Each team was made up of a diverse group of experts, including mechanics, fabricators, painters, and designers. Each member brought their own unique skill set to the build, and they had to work together seamlessly to create something truly amazing.

The show was also known for its intense competition. The challenges were designed to be extremely difficult, and the pressure was always on for the teams to deliver. The teams were constantly pushed to their limits, both creatively and physically, as they worked around the clock to get their builds done in time.

Of course, no car-building show would be complete without plenty of drama and conflict, and Ultimate Car Build Off was no exception. The teams were always dealing with setbacks and obstacles, from malfunctioning equipment to personality clashes between team members. But in the end, it was all about pushing through those challenges and coming out on top.

In addition to the individual challenges, there was also a grand prize up for grabs for the team that performed the best over the course of the season. The grand prize was a custom-built trophy truck, which was designed and built by none other than Chip Foose himself.

Overall, Ultimate Car Build Off was a thrilling and entertaining show that was sure to please fans of car building and design. With its high stakes, incredible builds, and expert craftsmanship, it was a true testament to the ingenuity and creativity of America's best car builders.

Ultimate Car Build Off is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (10 episodes). The series first aired on June 21, 2010.

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Drive on Water
10. Drive on Water
August 30, 2010
In the season finale, the three teams, LA, Detroit, and Atlanta are put to the ultimate test - make a car or truck drive on water. The winner will earn $100,000.
Hovercraft
9. Hovercraft
August 23, 2010
Water vehicles are turned into hovercrafts in the semi-finals. The winner will move on to the finals.
Spy Car
8. Spy Car
August 16, 2010
Batlground Motorsports and Auto Extremes take on the challenge of turning everyday cars into super-stealth-spy cars. The winner moves on to the Battle of Atlanta and possibly even the $100 Thousand Grand-Prize.
Underwater Vehicle
7. Underwater Vehicle
August 9, 2010
Two father and son shops face off to build underwater vehicles from electric golfcards and for a chance to compete in the Atlanta Finals and eventually win the $100 Thousand Prize.
Tank Tread Truck
6. Tank Tread Truck
July 26, 2010
The Detroit semi-finalists face off by turning their trucks into tank tread vehicles. The winner moves on to compete for the big title and money.
Four-Wheel Wheelie Machine
5. Four-Wheel Wheelie Machine
July 19, 2010
Monkeywrench Racing and Voodoo Choppers turn two motorcycles into one four-wheeled vehicle to pull the longest wheelie they can down the mile runway.
Push Me, Pull You
4. Push Me, Pull You
July 12, 2010
In Detroit, Team Z Motorsports and Alternative Automotive Technologies become creative by using two front halves of two different cars to make one car that can drive in both directions. The winner gets one step closer to the $100K prize.
Flight of the Firebird
3. Flight of the Firebird
July 5, 2010
ES Motorsports and Hollywood Hot Rods battle it out to reach the national final, for a shot at $100,000. Which team can turn their Firebird into a flying car, and cover the greatest distance taking off from a 200 foot cliff at Eagle Mountain?
Hill-Climbing Hearse
2. Hill-Climbing Hearse
June 28, 2010
Speed Unlimited and Hollywood Hot Rods go head to head to transform their hearses into hill climbers. The garages have four days to go from sedate delivery vehicle to hill-conquering beast, then face off on a 33 foot hill and a 45 degree incline!
Soccer Mom Super Car
1. Soccer Mom Super Car
June 21, 2010
Hollywood Hot Rods and Pure Vision are given four days to turn a soccer mom mini-van into a supercar before their creations are put through the paces at Willow Springs Raceway. The winner will progress to the Los Angeles Semi-Finals.
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Where to Watch Ultimate Car Build Off
Ultimate Car Build Off is available for streaming on the Discovery Channel website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Ultimate Car Build Off on demand at Max, Discovery+ and Amazon Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    June 21, 2010
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (30)