Ep 3. Saab's Your Uncle

In season 22 episode 3 of Wheeler Dealers, titled "Saab's Your Uncle," the team sets their sights on a unique and lesser-known car brand, Saab. Mike Brewer chooses a Saab 96, a classic Swedish car that was popular in Europe in the 1960s and 70s. The Saab 96 had a reputation for being quirky and innovative, which intrigued Mike and his team.

First, they head to Manchester to meet a seller who claims to have a rare Saab 96. Upon inspection, they discover that the car is in poor shape and requires extensive work. Mike negotiates with the seller and agrees to purchase the Saab for a lower price than originally requested.

Back at the workshop, Ant Anstead begins work on restoring the Saab 96. He quickly realizes that the car has major rust issues that need to be addressed before they can start on the mechanical work. Ant tackles the rust issue by cutting out the damaged areas and replacing them with new metal.

With the rust issue resolved, Ant moves on to the mechanical work. He starts by rebuilding the engine, which he finds to be in good condition. After giving the Saab a fresh coat of paint, Ant moves on to the interior. He takes the seats out and reupholsters them, replacing the old, worn fabric with a fresh, modern design.

The final step in the restoration process is to take the Saab 96 out for a test drive. Mike and Ant are impressed with how smooth the car handles and how well it runs. They decide to take the Saab to an auction to see if they can get a good price for it.

At the auction, the Saab 96 gets a lot of attention from potential buyers. Mike and Ant hope to make a significant profit, but they are nervous as the bidding starts. The Saab ends up selling for a much higher price than they anticipated, making them very happy with their restoration work.

Overall, "Saab's Your Uncle" is a captivating episode of Wheeler Dealers that showcases the team's ability to restore lesser-known and unique cars. This episode demonstrates the team's dedication to restoring cars to their original condition and selling them at auction for a profit. Fans of classic cars and automotive restoration will enjoy watching this episode.