Discovery Turbo Wednesday

Buying goods from home

Buying goods from home

How does one family in America make three quarters of the world's peppermint oil? Also, how do they make state-of-the-art, performance-enhancing tennis rackets?

A look at the production process of trombones, traditional Spanish wineskins, and how muddy peat is turned into rejuvenating face cream

Motorcycle enthusiast Ellie wants to find a car that's fun to drive. Paul and Helen help her pick out a supermini that feels quick and looks good

Paul has owned over 250 cars and now wants something exotic. With a budget of £35,000, he's looking for a stylish grand tourer with a powerful engine

Drew Pritchard and Paul Cowland find a Morris Traveller at the largest private car collection in the UK. Later, in Surrey, the duo spot a rare but affordable Maserati

In Gloucestershire, Henry and Fuzz take on a risky Triumph Spitfire that has been in a crash. In their biggest restoration challenge yet, can they fix it?

Neil promises to help a friend with his 1930s Morris 8, but it is a financial hit for Cog. Plus, Richard admits to Kamla that work on the MGB will cost more than expected

Derek and Sean Bieri head back to Zweifel Motors in the Black Hills of South Dakota to revive an Oldsmobile station wagon Derek has been eyeing for 16 years

In Leicestershire, Henry and Fuzz explore a shed full of classics, selecting a 1970s VW Beetle Beach Buggy. Can they restore it in time for a Somerset beach ride?

Ant hits week seven of his Alfa build and takes the team on a pilgrimage to see an original Alfa 158. He is starstruck and even squeezes into the car for a selfie

Ant's engine for the Alfa 158 is still missing in action and he is losing patienc after working early mornings, late nights and weekends

James proves the superiority of roundabouts and tackles toothpaste wastage. Then, he takes on a cheese and cracker problem

In Devon, Drew Pritchard and Paul Cowland fall for the Gallic charm of a Renault 4. It's a rare limited-edition model, but the duo need to replicate its unique interior fabric

Mike buys a stinker of a car at auction. Plus, a BMW M3 turns into a rotten headache and Mike tries to sell The Stig a nice little runaround

Mike Brewer finds a British motoring icon, a 1976 Land Rover Series III. One of the few registered in California, it's a rare find but Ant has work to do to get it moving

In Northamptonshire, Henry and Fuzz dive into an eclectic mix of British and American vehicles. Henry and Fuzz end up smitten with a customised Hot Rod

Mike takes the family on a trip down memory lane. He finds new cars for his dad and sister and helps Richard Hammond's mum sell her MX5 for charity

A 1953 Bel Air with a turbulent history awaits completion. Plus, a 1967 Ford Bronco comes in for service work but needs a complete engine overhaul

James designs a fully integrated desk/workout station. He's on a mission to use up all the ink in a Bic pen and make spaghetti in a paper shredder

Mike tries to track down an early SUV - a 1970 International Harvester Scout 800A. Ant's repair includes rebuilding a leaky transfer case and replacing the interior

Mike takes the family on a trip down memory lane. He finds new cars for his dad and sister and helps Richard Hammond's mum sell her MX5 for charity

Neil promises to help a friend with his 1930s Morris 8, but it is a financial hit for Cog. Plus, Richard admits to Kamla that work on the MGB will cost more than expected

Joe Martin cannot believe his eyes when a '63 Impala with a four-speed 409 engine enters his shop - and even better, the owner of this classic car wants to keep it original

With the Ford Focus having its 25th anniversary, Mike thinks the ST model may be the next classic. He nabs a bargain, but Elvis finds the engine needs a full rebuild

Buying goods from home

Buying goods from home

Buying goods from home

Buying goods from home

Buying goods from home

Buying goods from home