Overhaulin' Season 1 Episode 3 Parts Guy
- TVPG
- April 27, 2004
- 44 min
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8.0 (7)
In this episode of Overhaulin', titled "Parts Guy," the crew is tasked with overhauling the car of a man named Jerry who has spent his life working in the car parts industry. Jerry has always dreamed of owning a classic car, but has never had the opportunity to do so.
The crew meets Jerry at his job, where he works as a parts manager at a hot rod shop. They tell him that his car has been chosen for a complete overhaul and that they will be taking it away for a few weeks to work on it. Jerry is thrilled and eagerly hands over the keys to his 1967 Mustang Fastback.
The Overhaulin' crew wastes no time getting to work on the Mustang. They quickly strip it down, removing all of the old and worn out parts. They replace the engine, installing a new 351 Windsor engine that will give the car plenty of power. They also add new suspension, brakes, and exhaust systems to make sure that the Mustang not only looks great but performs great as well.
While the car is being worked on, Jerry is kept in the dark about the progress. He has no idea what the crew is doing to his Mustang, but he trusts them completely and knows that they will do an amazing job.
Once the car is completely overhauled, the crew surprises Jerry by bringing it back to the hot rod shop where he works. Jerry is completely blown away when he sees his Mustang for the first time. The car looks completely different and he can hardly believe that it is the same car he gave them weeks before.
The crew takes Jerry out for a test drive so that he can see just how much the car has improved. They take it to an abandoned airstrip where they can really let the Mustang fly. Jerry is amazed at how fast the car is and how much better it handles than before. He can't wait to take it out on the open road and show it off to his friends and family.
Throughout the episode, there are also several touching moments where the crew gets to know Jerry better. They learn about his life and his passion for cars. They also learn about the struggles he has faced, including a battle with cancer. These moments help to add depth to the episode and make it more than just a car overhaul show.
Overall, "Parts Guy" is a great episode of Overhaulin'. It has everything fans of the show love, including a classic car, a talented crew, and an amazing transformation. But it also has heart, thanks to Jerry and his inspiring story. If you're a fan of classic cars and great storytelling, you won't want to miss this episode.