American Pickers: Best of Season 2 Episode 2 Frank's Speed Shop
- TVPG
- August 15, 2018
In American Pickers: Best Of season 2 episode 2, titled "Frank's Speed Shop," viewers are taken on a journey with Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz as they travel across the country searching for hidden treasures. This episode takes place in South Carolina, where the duo visits Frank's longtime friend, Ben. Ben has an impressive collection of vintage vehicles and motorcycles, including a few rare finds that take the Pickers by surprise.
The episode opens with Mike and Frank driving through the beautiful South Carolina countryside. They are excited to visit Ben, who they have known for years. Ben has been collecting vintage cars and motorcycles for over 50 years, and his collection is legendary in the antique car world. Mike and Frank have been trying to buy some of his pieces for years, so they are hopeful they will be able to make a deal on this trip.
When the guys arrive at Ben's property, they are greeted by an enormous collection of vintage cars and motorcycles. They see everything from classic muscle cars to one-of-a-kind prototype vehicles. Frank is especially excited to see some of the custom-built hot rods that Ben has been working on for years. The guys spend some time admiring the collection before they start their search for hidden treasures.
As they walk around Ben's property, they stumble upon a hidden gem. In a dusty corner of Ben's barn, they find an old hot rod that nobody has seen in years. The car is in rough shape, but Frank is immediately drawn to it. He thinks they can restore it and sell it for a big profit. Mike is skeptical at first, but Frank is determined to make a deal for the car.
The guys continue their search and come across a few more surprises. They find a rare motorcycle that Ben has been holding onto for a friend, as well as a few vintage car parts that Mike and Frank have been searching for. They also take a ride in some of Ben's amazing vehicles, including a classic truck that Frank falls in love with.
As the day winds down, Mike and Frank sit down with Ben to negotiate on some of the items they found. Ben is a tough negotiator, but the guys are able to strike a deal on a few of the items. They also make an offer on the hot rod Frank found earlier in the day. Ben is hesitant to let it go, but Frank is able to convince him to sell it.
The episode ends with the guys loading up their finds and saying goodbye to Ben. They are excited to bring their treasures back to their shop and restore them to their former glory. This episode of American Pickers: Best Of was full of surprises and rare finds that any vintage car enthusiast would love.