American Restoration
Overview
American Restoration showcases the fascinating world of antique restoration on the History channel. Set in Las Vegas, the series follows Rick Dale and his dedicated team at Rick's Restorations as they breathe new life into cherished vintage items. Viewers get a behind-the-scenes look at the meticulous process involved in reviving these treasures, while also witnessing the dynamic between Rick, his staff, and his teenage son. Each episode highlights not only the craftsmanship required to restore items to their former glory but also the stories that accompany these unique pieces of history.
Episodes
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1
Vacuum Daze
Rick feels a rush of nostalgia when a battered 50s Bevador beverage cooler comes in for repairs. Shortly after, he receives a rare 40s Rexair vacuum a...
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2
Photo Finish
The team aims to flawlessly restore a unique photo booth from the 1930s. To kick off the project, Rick dispatches his crew to the Rose Bowl flea marke...
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3
Harleys and Horsies
A modified 1970s Harley-Davidson Golf Cart arrives at the shop, and Rick is determined to restore it to its former glory, sparking a wager that promis...
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4
Mixed Signals
When a vintage 1920s "wig wag" train signal shows up, Rick and his team dive headfirst into its restoration. Will they manage to keep everything on sc...
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5
Atomic Restoration
Title: Atomic Revival Plot: Rick races against the clock to restore a vintage electric scoreboard from the 1940s. Will he manage to complete the proj...
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6
Sand Hassle
When a vintage 1920s floor sander arrives, Rick and his team step up their game. Will they manage to pull off a flawless restoration, or will they be ...
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7
Pests and Pins
When a vintage 1950s bowling equipment vending machine shows up at Rick's, the guys set their sights on scoring big. Soon after, a charming antique co...
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8
Bimbo and the Beasts
Rick revs up his excitement when a vintage toy Ferrari "Bimbo" Racecar rolls into the shop. Meanwhile, Ron, Tyler, and Brettly embark on an adventurou...
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9
Golf Ball and Chain
The crew gears up for a challenging restoration when a vintage 1920's chainsaw comes through the door. Meanwhile, another client presents a one-of-a-k...
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10
American Respiration
Title: American Respiration Plot: A 1937 Iron Lung arrives at the shop for refurbishment, prompting Rick to seek out an eccentric ex-client to uncove...
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11
Billy Joel: A Matter of RustWatch
Title: Billy Joel: A Matter of RustWatch Plot: The crew gears up for a high-profile restoration project as Billy Joel presents them with a cherished ...
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12
Sofa King Cool
As Rick Harrison walks into the shop to find a birthday gift for his son Corey, Rick Dale proposes a unique idea: a couch crafted from a classic car. ...
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13
Un-Predicta-ble
As a 1950s Predicta TV comes in for an upgrade, Rick faces the challenge of merging vintage charm with contemporary tech. Soon after, an 1890s barber-...
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14
Gone to Pieces
Big Mike, Rick's top customer, arrives with a 1964 Ducati motorcycle in pieces, prompting a quest for elusive parts. Will the team manage to pull off ...
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15
Star Wreck
When a vintage star-shaped Carl's Jr. sign from the 1970s comes in for a much-needed renovation, Rick and his crew set out to give it an extraordinary...
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16
Thin Tin Tin
Rick receives a surprise visit from Grammy-winning artist Jason Mraz, who brings a sign that needs restoration to commemorate his late grandfather. Wi...
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17
Dodger Doggin' It
Title: Dodger Doggin' It Plot: Rick takes on the challenge of turning a classic 1950s Coke cooler into a hot dog cart themed after the LA Dodgers. Th...
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Armed and Rusty
With the shop thriving, Rick understands the importance of bringing on additional help. When Chris, the new hire, faces a challenge with a Dale Drake ...
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2
Pegasus on a Pedestal
Rick and his team are faced with a formidable task when a vintage Mobil Pegasus sign from the 1940s arrives at the shop. The client wants it to rotate...
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3
The Reject and The Eject
A vintage popcorn machine from the 1970s arrives for a nostalgic repair. However, when Rick delegates the task to Brettly, it seems this snack cart is...
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4
Restoration Wipe-Out
Title: Restoration Showdown Plot: A vintage 1970s Wet Bike, the precursor to today's jet-skis, rolls into the shop, and the owner ups the ante by pro...
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5
Astro-nuts and Bolts
Title: Cosmic Crafts and Curios Plot: The shop receives a 1964 NASA Jet Pack autographed by astronauts Buzz Aldrin and Gene Cernan, prompting Rick an...
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6
Ameri-cone Dream
A classic 1950s Cushman Ice Cream Cart rolls into Rick's, setting the stage for a nostalgic makeover. Will Rick be able to revamp this delightful froz...
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7
Pitch Perfect
The crew faces a daunting task when a 1960s Electric Mini-Car comes in for a quality upgrade ahead of a car show. Their mission is to transform this q...
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8
Search Part-y
Title: Project Pedal Power Plot: Rick is challenged to transform an old Cigarette Dispenser into a Bike Tool Vending Machine, kicking off an exciting...
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9
Shocks, Locks, and Clocks
Rick is hit with a wave of anxiety when a vintage Electro-Shock Alarm Clock from the early 1900s arrives, requiring rare parts. Can Leonard, the quirk...
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10
Bed, Bug & Beyond
Title: Bed, Bug & Beyond Plot: Rick receives a request to transform a classic 1960s Volkswagen Beetle into a whimsical bed modeled after Herbie the L...
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11
Car Before the Horse
A client rolls into the shop with a 1962 mini-Corvette, hoping to have it modeled after his full-size version. Rick sets his sights on transforming th...
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12
Riders of the Storm
Title: Storm Chasers Plot: A New Jersey amusement park proprietor presents a dilapidated Haunted House Car from the 1920s, damaged by Hurricane Sandy...
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13
Beer Bell-y
Title: Beer Bell-y Plot: When a battered 1940s Boxing Bell shows up in Rick's shop, the team gears up for a challenging restoration. Will they be abl...
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14
George Clinton: Funky Yeah!
When music icon George Clinton from Parliament Funkadelic shows up with a groovy 1920s Chickering Baby Grand Piano, the team gears up for an exhilarat...
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15
Off the Rails
Things pick up speed when returning customer Mark Bassett arrives with a late 1800s Velocipede, also known as a railroad hand-car. Can Rick transform ...
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16
Back to Four Square
A unique 1950s British Ariel Square-Four motorcycle rolls into the shop, prompting the team to dive into a full restoration effort. Can Rick transform...
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17
Big Macs and Cool Tracks
Title: Big Macs and Cool Tracks Plot: When a retro "Big Mac Jail" from a 1970s McDonald's PlayPlace shows up at the shop, Rick gears up for a fast ...
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Under Fire
Bodie's most significant restoration project faces an unexpected challenge. Meanwhile, Dale's minor adjustments on a 1946 Harley spiral into a complet...
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Wrestling with the Past
Title: Confronting History Plot: The team delves into the restoration of an enigmatic motorcycle dating back 104 years, a unique arm-wrestling arcade...
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3
Rust-o-mod
A client's dilapidated 1978 Gran Torino undergoes a unique restoration, transforming it into something special. Meanwhile, a bullet-nose Studebaker re...
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4
Pickup the Pieces
In Los Angeles, Bodie works on a 1959 Ford F100, aiming to sell it to a discerning Ford truck enthusiast. At the same time in Michigan, Andy embarks o...
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Up Against the Wall
Title: Facing the Challenge Plot: Dale is in a race against time to restore a 90-year-old Indian motorcycle for a thrilling appearance at the notorio...
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Three Wheeled Thunder
Bodie revives a unique 1948 Davis Divan in preparation for the grand reopening of the Petersen Automotive Museum. Meanwhile, Monkey Business transform...
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Mr. Lucky
Andy is busy tinkering with an unusual kit car that combines elements of a VW bug, a DeLorean, and a motorcycle. Meanwhile, Bodie tackles an antique e...
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8
Here Comes the Judge
Bodie has a month to bring a rare 1970 GTO Judge back to life for the SEMA car show. Meanwhile, Andy upgrades a spark plug cleaner into a stylish ster...
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9
Let the Good Times Roll
Steve is busy restoring a one-of-a-kind roller-skate car from the 1970s. Meanwhile, Dale is tackling the restoration of a 1929 Harley Davidson for a m...
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10
Basket Case
Dale stumbles upon the engine of a highly sought-after 1940 Harley-Davidson WLD hidden in a box of assorted parts, and he’s given the challenge of p...
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11
Order Up
Bodie embarks on an exciting project, restoring a 1941 Plymouth Special Deluxe for the CEO of Carl's Jr. At the same time, Dale is scrambling to compl...
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12
Taking the Reins
Steve dives into the challenge of converting a dilapidated 1956 Willys truck into a mobile BBQ kitchen. At the same time, Bodie and his son are busy r...
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13
Pony Up
Title: Pony Up Plot: Bodie embarks on a specialized restoration of a classic 1967 Ford "Eleanor" Mustang for Dan Reynolds, the frontman of Imagine Dr...
