Ep 2. Super Flippers

In season 5 episode 2 of Flea Market Flip, titled "Super Flippers," viewers are taken on a wild ride as two teams of talented and experienced flippers face off against each other in a high-stakes challenge. With only $500, each team must scour through the seemingly endless aisles of a local flea market to find items that they can then transform and sell for a profit.

The episode begins with a quick introduction to the two teams of flippers. The first team is made up of two best friends, Lisa and Nicole, who have been flipping for years and have a knack for finding hidden gems in the unlikeliest of places. Their competition is a father-son duo, Eric and Rick, who have been working together for years and have a reputation for creating stunning, high-end pieces that sell for a premium.

As the teams set out to explore the flea market, viewers are treated to a glimpse into their individual strategies. Lisa and Nicole start off strong, finding a vintage typewriter and a set of mid-century modern chairs, while Eric and Rick quickly zero in on a beautiful antique radio and an old record player. Both teams are looking for items that they can easily transform with some elbow grease and creativity.

Once all the items have been purchased, the real work begins. The two teams head back to their respective workspaces, where they begin the process of cleaning, repairing, and transforming their finds. Lisa and Nicole get to work on turning the typewriter into a unique piece of wall art, while Eric and Rick start on a custom-made bar cart.

As the day wears on, tensions begin to rise. Both teams know that they are up against stiff competition and are pulling out all the stops to create the ultimate flips. Lisa and Nicole decide to add a unique touch to their mid-century modern chairs by reupholstering them in an eye-catching pattern, while Eric and Rick focus on creating a stunning finish for their bar cart that will catch the eye of any potential buyer.

Finally, it's time for the big reveal. The teams head to a local market, where they set up their wares and wait to see who among them will come out on top. As potential buyers begin to peruse the items, it becomes clear that both teams have done an incredible job.

Lisa and Nicole's wall art, made from the vintage typewriter, is a hit, with several potential buyers expressing interest. Eric and Rick's bar cart, with its stunning finish and custom-made wine rack, is also drawing a lot of attention. But it's anyone's game as the teams haggle with potential buyers and try to sell their creations for the best possible price.

In the end, only one team can be crowned the winner of the challenge. But no matter who comes out on top, both teams have proven that they have what it takes to be super flippers. Through their creativity, hard work, and eye for hidden gems, they have transformed items that many would have overlooked into unique and valuable pieces. It's a reminder that sometimes, the best treasures can be found in the most unexpected places.