Ep 11. 66 Nova

Garage Squad is back with a thrilling episode, the 66 Nova, that will have car enthusiasts on the edge of their seats.

The episode starts with Chad, a devout enthusiast, who overestimated the amount of work required to restore his stranded 66 Nova. Chad's passion for this iconic car was the reason behind the restoration project. With the car showing no signs of revival, Chad is at the crossroads of his passion and giving up.

Thankfully, the Garage Squad team comes to the rescue. This seasoned team, consisting of Bruno Massel, Joe Zolper, and Heather Storm, have mastered all the challenges thrown at them. In episode 11, they utilize their expertise to restore a 66 Nova, which is a contrast to their recent restorations centered around trucks.

The Garage Squad team has their work cut out for them. They will be re-doing all the work that Chad had done on the car. Working within a tight budget, the team is tasked with locating and replacing essential parts, dismantling and rebuilding the engine, and giving the 66 Nova a fresh paint job.

With the clock ticking, the team delves into restoring the metal sheeting and the engine bay. Heather handles the bodywork, removing the old paint, and straightening out dents. Joe is under the hood, looking to repair an engine that has been unable to start for some time. The team's skilled hands disassemble the engine, assess the damage, and begin the repair process.

Bruno oversees the restoration, bouncing between Heather and Joe, and ensuring the work done meets the Garage Squad standards. He makes a few runs to the junkyard looking for those small spare parts that are missing.

In the middle of the project, Chad comes to check out the car's progress, and the Garage Squad team takes time to explain their intricate restoration process. Chad's astonishment at the detail and professionalism that the team brings to the project reassures him that his car is in the right hands.

Throughout the episode, the team highlights the challenges of working on a vintage car like the 66 Nova, from locating necessary parts to ensuring the authenticity of the color. The team's creativity shines as they make do with the few resources at their disposal, from using sandpaper to toothpaste for chrome restoration.

In the final moments of the show, the team puts the finishing touches on the 66 Nova, giving it a stunning new paint job. The engine is reassembled, and the vintage wheels are installed, bringing the car back to life. To Chad's amazement, the car starts up on the first crank, as the team races the car down the street to test it out.

The conclusion of Garage Squad season 3 episode 11 is a testament to the team's commitment to restoring vintage cars to their former glory. The show is a must-watch for car enthusiasts and anyone passionate about classic American cars. The episode ends with Chad overwhelmed and in tears, finally able to drive his beloved Nova back on the road.