Ep 8. Volkswagen Corrado VR6

In season 14 episode 8 of Wheeler Dealers, the team take on the challenge of restoring a classic Volkswagen Corrado VR6. The car was first introduced in the late 1980s as a sports coupe, and quickly gained a following for its unique styling and impressive performance capabilities. Despite this, the Corrado never became a mainstream success and production eventually ceased in 1995.

The current example of the Corrado that the team acquires is in need of some serious attention. The paint is faded, the interior is worn and torn, and the engine is far from its former glory. However, the team is undaunted and get straight to work on restoring the car to its former glory.

The first step is to give the car a thorough cleaning both inside and out. This is a time-consuming process that involves removing all of the old grime and caked-on dirt from every surface of the car. Once this is complete, the team can get a closer look at the state of the bodywork and begin to assess what needs to be done to get the car looking like new again.

One of the main challenges with the Corrado is its unique design, which makes it difficult to find replacement parts. The team spends a lot of time scouring local scrapyards and online forums in search of the right parts to use in the restoration. They also rely on their connections within the automotive community to track down the rare components that the Corrado needs.

Once all of the necessary parts have been sourced, the team can begin the actual restoration work. This includes everything from repainting the car to replacing the engine components that are no longer functioning properly. One of the most challenging parts of the restoration is getting the engine running smoothly again. The VR6 engine is a complex piece of technology that requires a lot of expertise to repair correctly.

Throughout the episode, the team encounters numerous setbacks and challenges along the way. They have to deal with broken parts, difficult-to-access components, and unexpected surprises that crop up during the restoration process. However, they persevere through all of these difficulties and eventually succeed in getting the Corrado back into top shape.

In the end, the team is able to turn what was once an old, worn-out Corrado into a beautiful, restored classic car that is sure to turn heads wherever it goes. They have once again proven that with hard work, expertise, and a little bit of luck, any car can be restored to its former glory. This episode of Wheeler Dealers is a must-watch for anyone who loves classic cars and enjoys seeing the restoration process in action.