The team find the worst MGF in the country, looking a mess on a retail forecourt. The car doesn’t drive but it’s a cheap way into a quick British sporty ragtop. With serious leaks and wings that have faded so much they are pink; the boys quickly discover that a cheap car is cheap for a reason.
Flipping Bangers
British car enthusiasts Will and Gus have just one week to try to fix neglected cars and double their selling price - risking their own money in the process!
Episodes
Season Season 3 Episode Guide
1 - Rover MGF
2 - Mini Cooper
The team know the BMW Mini is good and popular. But there are so many of them, it’s hard to make one which stands out and will make money. The donor car for this episode is a car that overheats. Bought for only £600 on eBay, it’s the right price but it’s not a happy car. Can it be made to smile?
3 - Rolls Royce
When people talk about the quality and appeal of the classic Rolls, they don’t mean the one the team locate in Yorkshire. This one was owned by a colourful character and has been sitting in a field for years. It looks awful. The interior is full of mould. But it’s cheap. What’s the worst that can happen?
4 - Triumph Herald
The Herald is a great entry-level classic and this one only has two owners and only 50K miles. It is also undriven and stuck in a barn. If the duo can address its engine, fuel, braking and gearbox then it will be a gem. But it’s a big IF.
5 - Citroen 2CV
The guys are looking for a French car that is not a 2CV as they are expensive and rusty. But once they come across this one, it’s impossible to turn it down. Yes, it’s rusty and yes, it’s pricey. But the car has a big heart, and they hatch a plan to keep the rough edges but give it a new lease of life.
6 - Episode 6 - Mercedes SLK
This once £35K car has been given up on. The previous owner can’t get the roof to work or the car to run, so they are selling it. The car looks amazing – surely the car is a bargain? But once they get into it, the issues the car has are complex, fiddly, and costly. It almost makes them want to give up.
7 - Episode 7 - Ford Orion
Everyone wants a classic Ford, so the team target the Orion as it’s probably the last one that’s affordable. This one is cheap, but the steering wheel is on the wrong side, it’s nine shades of blue and registered in Portugal. How can they possibly make money on it?
8 - Audi 100
Gus and Will are after a classic BMW, but Gus insists on a classic Audi that has caught his eye and forces it on Will. But it’s the start of a joint love affair as the Audi’s great engine and style wins them over. It’s only when they get to the paint on one side, they become unstuck.
9 - VW Golf Mk1
A Golf like this is such a legend the guys instantly fall in love with it. It looks tight, it seems good. It’s only when they remove the wheel arch trims that the truth dawns. It’s very rusty.
10 - Fiat 126
What do you buy if you like a classic Fiat but the classic 500 is out of your league? Yep, the 126 is the new target of the team and the one they find is rust-free but runs terribly. What starts out as a simple task to replace a gasket turns into a huge nightmare.
11 - Toyota Sera
The Sera is a concept car for the road, with gull-wing doors and a 50s style space-age glass roof. It’s also extremely rare and the guys find one that’s driving but not in the way they need. Is the famed Japanese engineering in place here or have they bought a lemon?
12 - Land Rover Freelander
Once Europe’s most popular 4x4, the Freelander looks good, drives well and is a perfect vehicle for Flipping Bangers as future values are set to rise. This one has failed the MOT test on so many items, the owner has thrown in the towel. It’s cheap but a challenge.
Season Season 1 Episode Guide
1 - Spitfire
Spitfire: British car enthusiasts Will and Gus hunt for neglected cars they can fix up and flip for a profit. Risking their own cash, they get just one week to restore them. (S1, ep 1)
2 - Golf
Golf: Gus and Will take a big risk on a Golf GTI MK2 without an engine. And as the bills mount up, turning a profit becomes more and more of a challenge. (S1, ep 2)
3 - Toyota
Toyota: Will and Gus look to make some quick cash as they fix and wrap a Toyota MR2 MK2. But is there money to be made in this low-spec car? (S1, ep 3)
4 - Citroen
Citroen: The boys take on a Citroen BX with no breaks, bad paintwork and a rodent infestation. They've got five days to fix it and flog it. Can they get it through its MOT? (S1, ep 4)
5 - Alfa
Alfa: Gus and Will snap up an Alfa 155 from the 1990s. It's a low mileage car with great history. But at just £400, is it too good to be true? (S1, ep 5)
6 - Porsche
Porsche: Will and Gus buy a Porsche 923 with a cracked interior, bad paintwork and ripped seats. This driving legend is well past its best, but can they still turn a profit? (S1, ep 6)
7 - Volvo
Volvo: Gus and Will lay their hands on a potentially very valuable Volvo. It's great to look at, but doesn't start and can't stop. Can they fix it in time for auction? (S1, ep 7)
8 - Mercedes
Mercedes: Gus and Will splash out £550 on a garage owner's Mercedes 190. But if he can't fix it, can they? (S1, ep 8)
9 - Mazda
Mazda: Gus and Will take on a Mazda MX-5 that's been given some real boy racer attitude. Can they return it to its former glory? (S1, ep 9)
10 - Metro
Metro: The guys reckon there's big profit to be made when they track down a 1980s Austin Metro. It's cheap, it's clean and it's bright yellow. Can they treble their money? (S1, ep 10)
Season Season 2 Episode Guide
1 - Mgb
MGB: Gus and Will stumble on a GT. It might have a few rust patches, but underneath it's a real beauty. How much profit can they make?
2 - Bmw Z3
BMW Z3: The guys are in the market for a BMW and Will's after a Z3. But can they get the deal they want?
3 - Austin Maestro Mg
Austin Maestro MG: After missing out on an Austin Maestro, Gus and Will set their sights on another car on the seller's driveway. But can they convince him to do a deal?
4 - Suzuki Sj
Suzuki SJ: The guys soon find their budget doesn't stretch when they go after a 4x4. However, Will comes up with a cunning plan. (S2, ep 4)
5 - Morris Minor
Morris Minor: Gus and Will are after a classic Morris Minor and find an ex-police car that perfectly fits the bill. But the payment process is not what they expected. (S2, ep 5)
6 - Skoda
Skoda: Gus and Will want an 'Eastern Bloc' car to see whether the old Skoda jokes were deserved. Bidding low they win an orange Estelle - but can they add value? (S2, ep 6)
7 - Renault 5 Mk1
Renault 5 MK1: Gus has to really twist Will's arm when he spies a super-rare Renault 5. But back at the workshop, they realise they've got one hec of a problem to fix. (S2, ep 7)
8 - Vw Beetle
VW Beetle: Pals Will and Gus luck out when they track down a £1,000 VW Beetle that needs work. The price is seriously tempting, but the car has certainly seen better days. (S2, ep 8)
9 - Reliant Kitten
Reliant Kitten: The guys take on a major challenge when they spot an abandoned Reliant Kitten. One engineer has already given up. Are Will and Gus about to do the same? (S2, ep 9)
10 - Saab
Saab: It's a first for the boys as they set their sights on a Saab. But when all hopes of a classic 99 are dashed, they're forced to settle for a failed rally car. (S2, ep 10)