Ep 11. Ferrari 308 GT4 pt1

In the Wheeler Dealers season 7 episode 11, Mike and Edd set their sights on a rare 1970s classic: the Ferrari 308 GT4. The car was the first Ferrari to feature a V8 engine and was designed to be more affordable than Ferrari's traditional models. Due to this, it was often overlooked and undervalued in the past but now it's becoming a sought-after classic.

The car they found is not in great shape, however. There is body damage, rust, and a host of mechanical issues. The guys decide that they will need to go through the car top to bottom, fixing all of the problems and restoring it to its former glory.

At the start of the episode, the guys take the car for a test drive to see how it handles on the road. The handling of the vehicle is rough, and they feel that the car needs some significant work. They take the car to a garage, where they put it up on the lift to inspect the undercarriage. They find extensive rust damage and decide that they need to replace the entire exhaust system, as well as repair some holes in the bodywork.

The team then gets to work on removing the interior of the car, which needs a complete overhaul. They find the seats are not original and are in a terrible condition, so they swap them with a set of authentic factory seats. They then remove the dashboard to fix and update all of the gauges and electronics. They also take apart the steering wheel to replace the cover with a high-quality leather one.

As they continue to work on the car, they discover a few other issues that need to be addressed. The engine has a significant oil leak, which requires them to remove the engine and fix the seals. They also decide to upgrade the engine's cooling system to prevent any future overheating problems.

The team faces a few challenges along the way, such as finding parts for the rare car. They have to get creative, searching for other compatible parts from other models and even making some of the parts themselves.

At the end of the episode, the guys manage to make significant progress, but there's still a lot of work to be done. They have managed to repair the rust, install new leather seats, replace the dashboard, and fix the oil leaks, among other things. The team is feeling good about the progress they've made so far, but they know they still have a long way to go before this Ferrari 308 GT4 is back to its original splendor.

Overall, this episode is an excellent showcase of the dedication and skill required to overhaul a classic car like the Ferrari 308 GT4. The team faces many challenges along the way, but they persevere, demonstrating their love for cars and their commitment to restoring them to their former glory. Fans of classic cars and mechanics will no doubt find this episode exciting and informative.