Wheeler Dealers

tv show

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281 total episodes

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24 seasons

First Aired October 05, 2003

Overview

Experienced car dealer Mike Brewer is joined by multi-talented mechanics in a monumental motoring mission: to find and restore iconic cars to later sell for a profit at their LA-based shop. In the series, Mike has the challenging job of finding vehicles that have money-making potential. He then hands them over to a mechanic, who tackles everything from bare metal re-sprays to gearbox swaps to bring them back to their former glory.

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Land Rover Defender

Season 7 - Episode 8 - 1h 45m

Air Date

October 22, 2010

Overview

Mike finds a rough looking 88/89 Defender. Ed replaces the camshaft with an aftermarket performance replacement, giving an extra 20 BHP, the doors are replaced and windows are fitted to the rear. Chunky wheels are fitted and a new steering wheel, amongst other things.