Car Kings Season 1 Episode 6 Beau and the Bandit

In the sixth episode of season 1 of Car Kings titled Beau and the Bandit, the team at Galpin Auto Sports takes on a unique project – transforming a 1978 Pontiac Firebird into a tribute car for the iconic movie "Smokey and the Bandit."

Beau Boeckmann, the president of Galpin Motors, is a big fan of the classic movie and he takes a special interest in this project. The team is tasked with not only making the car look like the famous Trans Am from the movie but also making sure it has all the features and functionalities necessary to perform well on the road.

The first thing the team does is strip down the car to its frame to assess what needs to be done. They find that the car is in pretty good shape but needs a lot of work to make it look like the famous Trans Am. The team goes to work on the body, installing new panels and customizing the car to match the specifications of the movie car.

The team also works on the interior, updating it to make it look like the one in the original car. They install new seats, a custom dashboard, and even a CB radio just like the one in the movie. The team also goes the extra mile to ensure that the car has all the features required to make it a true "Bandit" car. They fit the car with a state-of-the-art sound system, tinted windows, and a hidden switch to turn off the taillights.

Once the aesthetic work is done, the team focuses on making sure the car runs as good as it looks. They install a new 6.6-liter V8 engine, along with a more advanced transmission, brakes, and suspension system. The team also works on the exhaust system to make sure that the car has a deep and throaty engine sound just like the one in the movie.

Throughout the process, Beau is extremely hands-on and is constantly checking on the progress of the car. He even takes a break from his busy schedule to go to a car show and promote the project. At the show, he meets with other car enthusiasts and gets their feedback on the car.

Overall, the team at Galpin Auto Sports does an outstanding job with the project and brings the famous "Bandit" car back to life in a way that honors the original movie. The finished product is a stunning tribute to the movie and a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the team at Galpin Auto Sports. So, this is a must-watch episode for automobile enthusiasts who love classic cars.