For Dan Short, restoring classic cars is an obsession. So, he tries to only accept jobs that can be done right, for owners who love their car. But love is blind and old cars conceal hidden problems. At FantomWorks – every car has a story.
Dan and the team take on the restorations of a 1963 corvette and a 1931 Model A hot rod. The corvette has to be ready in time for a wedding in less than two months. The hot rod has been torn to pieces by a well-intentioned internet mechanic.
2 -1965 Mustang and 1951 Studebacker Truck 43 min
In honor of wounded veterans, Dan and the team attempt a near-impossible conversion by making a 1970 Chevelle SS handicapped accessible. The shop’s first pre-war restoration of a 1926 Velie with no manuals or parts takes them into new territory.
3 -1964 Impala and 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Wagon 43 min
Dan and the team take on the restorations of a 1965 Mustang fastback and a 1951 Studebaker truck. The mustang is for a friend who’s plans are far bigger than his budget, and the Studebaker needs a unique design to make it a world class show vehicle.
4 -1970 Chevelle and 1926 Velie 43 min
Dan’s team take on the restorations of a 1966 Volkswagen beetle and a 1976 TR6 convertible. The TR6 looks bad, but Dan sees hidden potential for it to become a rare ‘survivor’ car that still has its original paint and fixtures.
5 -1966 VW Beetle and 1976 TR6 Convertible 43 min
Dan and the team take on the restorations of a 1964 Chevrolet impala and a 1957 Bel Air wagon. When the impala arrives, it is one step away from the junkyard. Due to a mistake in the shop, the restoration of the Bel Air goes further than intended.
6 -1965 Cadillac DeVille and 1984 Monte Carlo 43 min
Dan and the team take on the restorations of a 1965 Cadillac Deville and a 1984 Monte Carlo. The ‘caddie’ is so full of leaves and rat droppings that it’s a health hazard. The Monte Carlo is intended as an anniversary present.
For Dan Short, restoring classic cars is an obsession. So, he tries to only accept jobs that can be done right, for owners who love their car. But love is blind and old cars conceal hidden problems. At FantomWorks – every car has a story.