Ep 18. Episode 18

In season 1 episode 18 of Antiques Road Trip, the two expert antique dealers, veteran Charles Hanson and newcomer David Harper set out on a road trip to explore the beautiful destinations of Northern Ireland, in search for the most valuable antiques for the best price.

As they hit the road, Charles and David begin their trip with a drive to the town of Ballymena, where they visit a local auction house that deals with fine art and antiques. The first item that catches their attention is a beautiful Georgian dressing table with an asking price of £600. After a thorough inspection, the experts believe that the piece may be worth a lot more than the asking price. However, with just £200 in their kitty, they will have to negotiate fiercely to secure a bargain.

Next up on their journey, Charles and David make their way to the bustling city of Belfast to visit an antique store that has been run by the same family for over three generations. They are welcomed by the owner, who shows them around the store and gives them an inside look at some of the rarest antiques in his collection. One of the items that stands out to the experts is a Victorian mahogany writing desk that has been in the family for over 100 years. The asking price for the antique is £800, but the experts believe that it could be worth a lot more. With just £400 left in their kitty, Charles and David are up for another nail-biting negotiation.

The last destination on their trip is the town of Bangor, which has a rich history of antiques and collectibles. They visit a local antique dealer who has a vast collection of items from different eras. Charles and David are thrilled to discover a rare antique French cherrywood cupboard from the 19th century. The price tag for the item is £1,200, and the experts believe that it could be worth much more. With just £600 left in their kitty, Charles and David will have to impress the dealer to secure a bargain.

Throughout the episode, Charles and David not only explore the historical landmarks of Northern Ireland, but they also compete against each other to see who can secure the most valuable item for the best price. The two experts go head to head in a series of challenges, such as haggling with dealers and discovering hidden gems. The challenges make for an exciting and entertaining episode as the two dealers engage in friendly banter and show off their expertise in the world of antiques.

In the end, the competition heats up as both of the experts aim to outdo each other in finding the most valuable antiques for the best price. Viewers are left on the edge of their seats as the final results of the competition are revealed. The episode showcases the charm and beauty of Northern Ireland while also highlighting the thrilling world of antiques. It is an exciting and informative episode that is sure to intrigue and captivate the audience.