Ep 22. Joyridin' Pick
- TVPG
- September 6, 2021
- 42 min
In this episode of American Pickers, titled "Joyridin' Pick," hosts Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz hit the road in search of unique finds and hidden treasures. Their first stop takes them to a property owned by a retired mechanic named Danny.
Danny has a massive collection of vintage cars, trucks, and motorcycles that he's been accumulating over the past 50 years. Mike and Frank are in awe of the collection and spend hours exploring the property, picking through old cars and motorcycles.
Next, the duo heads to a historic gas station that has been abandoned for decades. The owner, a local historian named Bob, gives Mike and Frank a tour of the property and shares stories about the station's history.
Bob also shows the hosts a hidden stash of antique car parts that he's been saving for years. Mike and Frank are thrilled by the opportunity to pick through the collection and uncover a few rare gems.
The third stop on their journey takes Mike and Frank to Ty's house, a collector with a passion for vintage bicycles. Ty shows off his impressive collection, which includes rare models from the early 1900s.
Mike and Frank are blown away by the craftsmanship and intricate details of these vintage bicycles. The hosts spend several hours exploring Ty's collection and bartering with him for a few rare bikes.
The final stop on their journey brings Mike and Frank to an old amusement park that has been abandoned for over a decade. The park's owner, Gary, gives the hosts a tour of the property and shares stories about the park's history.
Gary also shows Mike and Frank a few pieces of vintage carnival equipment that he's been saving for years. The hosts are thrilled to pick through the collection and uncover a few rare items.
Throughout the episode, Mike and Frank share their passion for vintage finds and the history behind each item. They showcase the importance of preserving these one-of-a-kind pieces and the stories they tell about our past.
In the end, Mike and Frank pack up their finds and hit the road once again, ready to explore even more of America's hidden treasures.