Ep 2. LeMama's Boy

Overhaulin' season 4 episode 2, titled "LeMama's Boy," follows the team as they undertake a mission to overhaul a 1969 Pontiac GTO Judge. The car belongs to a man named Jim, who is a self-proclaimed "LeMama’s boy" and has had a passion for cars since he was a child.

Jim has owned the GTO Judge for over a decade, and it has been left untouched in his garage for years due to his busy life as a father and husband. He longs to restore it to its former glory but lacks the time and resources needed to do so. This is where the Overhaulin' team comes in.

Chip Foose, the head designer of Overhaulin', and his team surprise Jim by taking his beloved car from his garage without him knowing and starting the overhaul process. The team immerses themselves in the project to give Jim the car of his dreams.

The overhaul process is not an easy one, with the team dealing with several roadblocks along the way. One of the challenges is restoring the car's engine, which has been sitting idle for several years and requires significant repair work. The team has to replace several parts of the engine, and it takes them several days to restore it.

The car's exterior is also overhauled, with the team completely repainting it. They choose a stunning shade of blue that complements the car's classic design. The car's interior is also upgraded, with the team adding new leather seats and a state-of-the-art sound system.

One of the most heartwarming moments in the episode comes when Jim's mother, who has played a significant role in his love for cars, comes to see the car in its fully restored state. She is moved to tears, and it is evident how much the car and its restoration mean to her son.

The episode ends with Jim being reunited with his beloved car, which is now a stunning piece of automotive art. He is amazed at the transformation and cannot believe that the car he has owned for over a decade looks so different.

Overall, Overhaulin' season 4 episode 2, "LeMama's Boy," showcases the love and passion people have for their cars and how much a vehicle can mean to someone. The Overhaulin' team does an excellent job of bringing Jim's dream car to life, and it is clear that they put their hearts and souls into the project.