Ep 2. Toyota Celica

Car SOS season 7 episode 2, titled "Toyota Celica," follows the iconic British car restoration duo, Tim Shaw and Fuzz Townshend, as they set out to restore a 1984 Toyota Celica GT-S which has been parked and forgotten for almost 16 years.

The Toyota Celica was an iconic car of the 80s, a symbol of Japan's rise to dominance in the automotive industry, however, this particular car has been left to decay in a nondescript garage somewhere in the UK. Tim and Fuzz set off to find the owner, who they think may be interested in seeing his beloved car restored.

As the duo sets out on their journey, they face a number of challenges, including locating the owner, who has since moved and lost all contact with anyone he knew before. However, their extensive network and some detective work finally lead them to the owner's new address and they finally meet him.

The owner is surprised and excited to see his old car again after leaving it to gather dust for so many years. He mentions how he purchased the car when he was just 19 years old, and it was his dream car. He drove it around the country, even taking it on a trip to Scotland, where it broke down, and he had to get it towed back home.

As Tim and Fuzz inspect the car, they find that it is full of rust and mechanical issues, the engine is seized, the brakes are shot, the steering rack is risky, and its interiors need significant restoration. They decide to take the car back to their garage and begin the restoration process, which includes repairing the rusted bodywork, fixing the engine, overhauling the suspension, and restoring the paint job.

The team is challenged by various complications as they work on the car, including finding unique parts for the Toyota Celica that are no longer produced, as well as a few surprises they discovered during the restoration process.

As the car's restoration progresses, Tim and Fuzz give the owner updates on the car's progress, keeping in touch with him to ensure they restore it to its former glory as per his wishes.

The show includes a variety of fantastic moments, including nostalgic flashbacks that take the owner down memory lane, engaging discussions on the car's history, and exciting footage of the car's first test drive after restoration.

In conclusion, Car SOS season 7 episode 2, "Toyota Celica," is a fantastic episode that takes viewers through a thrilling restoration journey. The team's efforts are commendable, and their attention to detail is commendable as they work to give the old Toyota Celica a new lease on life. Fans of the show will appreciate the familiar elements of the episode, while those who are new to the show will find it an excellent opportunity to get a taste of the duo's fantastic work.