Wheeler Dealers: Trading Up Season 1 Episode 2 UK
- TVPG
- July 17, 2013
- 43 min
Wheeler Dealers: Trading Up season 1 episode 2, titled "UK," follows Mike Brewer, a car enthusiast and expert, as he travels to the United Kingdom to buy and sell cars in an attempt to increase his profit and trade his way up to a Lamborghini.
In this episode, Brewer starts by purchasing a Morris Minor, a classic British car that is popular among collectors. He then brings it to a local mechanic to have it evaluated and fixed up before attempting to sell it for a profit. Brewer meets with a potential buyer and negotiates a deal that nets him a good profit.
Next, Brewer moves on to a 1973 Triumph Stag, another classic British car, but this one is in rough shape. He takes it to a restoration shop to have it restored to its former glory. After a few setbacks and unexpected costs, Brewer finally sells the Triumph Stag for a profit, though not as much as he had hoped.
Brewer's next purchase is a 1969 MGB, a British sports car that needs some work before it can be sold. He takes it to a local garage to have it restored and customized, adding some modern features and making it more attractive to potential buyers. After a successful test drive and appraisal, Brewer sells the car for a significant profit.
Brewer then moves on to a more modern car, purchasing a 2002 Jaguar XKR convertible. He takes it to a performance shop to have it upgraded and modified, hoping to increase its resale value. The upgrades pay off, and Brewer is able to sell the Jaguar for a nice profit.
Finally, Brewer has his sights set on a Lamborghini, but he needs to trade his way up to get there. He decides to take a risk and purchase a 1972 Land Rover Series III and ship it to South Africa, where it could fetch a higher price. After some difficulty finding a buyer, Brewer trades the Land Rover for a 1972 VW Beetle, hoping that it will be more desirable in the South African market.
Overall, this episode of Wheeler Dealers: Trading Up showcases Brewer's expertise in the car trading industry, as well as his eye for a good deal. The episode also highlights the challenges of buying and selling cars, as unforeseen costs and setbacks can easily eat into profits. Ultimately, viewers are left wondering if Brewer will be able to achieve his goal of trading up to a Lamborghini.