Ep 7. Zed-Ex

Wheeler Dealers is a television show that follows car enthusiasts Mike Brewer and Ant Anstead as they restore classic cars and flip them for profit. In season 22, episode 7, titled "Zed-Ex," the duo takes on a rare and iconic sports car: the Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo.

The episode begins with Mike traveling to California to check out a 1990 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo. The car is in great condition, with low mileage and a clean interior. The exterior, however, has several scratches and dents that will need to be fixed. Mike negotiates a price with the owner and buys the car for $8,000.

Back in the UK, Mike and Ant get to work on the Nissan. They start by fixing the exterior damage, which includes replacing the front and rear bumpers, smoothing out the dents, and repainting the car in its original red color. Ant also discovers that the car has a leaking fuel line and replaces it with a new one.

While working on the car, Mike and Ant discuss the history of the Nissan 300ZX. They explain that the car was introduced in 1983 as a replacement for the Nissan 280ZX. The 300ZX was powered by a 3.0-liter V6 engine and was available in both naturally aspirated and twin-turbocharged versions. The twin-turbocharged version, which was introduced in 1990, was capable of producing 300 horsepower and 283 lb-ft of torque.

After repairing the exterior and fixing the fuel line, Mike and Ant move on to the interior of the car. They replace the worn leather seats with new ones and clean up the dashboard and center console. They also install a new stereo system and sound deadening material to improve the car's audio quality.

With the exterior and interior of the car restored, Mike and Ant turn their attention to the engine. They discover that the car has been modified with aftermarket parts, including a new exhaust system and air filters. While the modifications have improved the car's performance, they are not up to Mike and Ant's standards. They remove the aftermarket parts and replace them with high-quality, performance-enhancing parts.

Once the upgrades are complete, Mike and Ant take the Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo for a test drive. They are impressed with the car's performance and handling, but notice that the clutch is slipping. They replace the clutch with a new one and take the car out for another test drive.

At the end of the episode, Mike and Ant reveal the fully restored Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo to potential buyers. They explain the work that went into restoring the car and highlight its unique features and performance capabilities. Ultimately, the car is sold for a profit, and Mike and Ant move on to their next project.

In "Zed-Ex," Mike and Ant take on the challenge of restoring a rare and iconic sports car. Through their hard work and expertise, they are able to transform the Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo into a high-performing and visually stunning machine. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in classic cars and the art of restoration.