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The colorful crew at Gotham Garage overhauls an eclectic collection of cars and trucks, trading up to a showstopper they can sell for big bucks.

6 Seasons
48 Episodes
Returning Series
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#1 Outsmarted

S1:E1

The Gotham Garage crew tries to convert a 1964 Ford Thunderbird into a bonafide "rocket car" while giving a smart car the monster-truck treatment.

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#2 Green Is the New Black

S1:E2

The team tackles a disassembled 1970 Chevy C-10 Fleetside in order to upgrade and trade it for a very valuable 1939 Zephyr car body.

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#3 Buggin' Out

S1:E3

The crew tries to help out a friend at a steep discount with a Volkswagen Bug hot-rod upgrade. Mark gets overly creative with a T-bucket overhaul.

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#4 Junkyard Jewels

S1:E4

Shawn and Mark get a sweet haul in a trade. Tony and Caveman tag-team a 1956 Chevy truck as Constance takes on a vintage VW microbus.

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#5 Frank'N'Bus

S1:E5

Shawn locates an unconventional option for the bus engine but struggles to find a potential buyer. The crew gets some help from a hot-rod icon.

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#6 Life-Size

S1:E6

The team aims to bring some Hot Wheels dreams to life in order to trade up for a rare Lincoln Futura replica. Shawn tries to rein in Mark’s impulses.

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#7 Two for the Money

S1:E7

The team members race to beat the clock in pursuit of a six-figure car. Mark's quest for a shop truck brings up meaningful memories.

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#8 Back to the Future

S1:E8

The crew hustles to complete its ambitious upgrade of a 1955 Futura in time for a big auto show. Has Gotham Garage finally landed its six-figure car?

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#9 Electric Drag

S2:E1

With the new shop open for business, the Gotham crew upgrades a 1953 Buick Special and then attempts a first: converting a gas engine to electric.

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#10 Totaled Disaster

S2:E2

After suffering a massive setback, the crew focuses on flipping a souped-up motorcycle for some cash and finding their next great trade-up car.

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#11 Something Borrowed, Something Renewed

S2:E3

As Shawn tries to rectify a deal gone bad, he pushes Mark to take on a sentimental project. The garage gets a chance to impress a splashy new client.

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#12 Motorboatin’

S2:E4

Mark pushes more boundaries with his next two upgrades: overhauling a minivan so it’s fit for rock stars and giving the Corvette treatment to a boat.

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#13 Later, Vaydor

S2:E5

Shawn pursues the pieces he needs for a big trade while Mark puts his stamp on a kit car. The garage is treated to a surprise visitor: Caveman’s mom.

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#14 The Crow

S2:E6

Mark and Shawn finally make progress on a big deal. The crew fixes up a jalopy for a local race, then dives in to upgrade a legit vintage race car.

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#15 Deal with It

S2:E7

As Mark overhauls a 1947 military-style Dodge Power Wagon, Shawn finds himself in the driver’s seat when he surveys buyers for a 1960 Plymouth XNR.

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#16 Petersen Built

S2:E8

The crew collectively weighs the opportunity of a lifetime — one that entails a great deal of prestige, but comes at a hefty cost.

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#17 Taking the High-End Road

S3:E1

Business is booming for the Gotham crew, thanks to their recent recognition. Next up, they tackle turning a 1933 Ford replica into an art deco Delahaye.

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#18 The Italian Job

S3:E2

To finance a costly job redo, the crew works on an El Camino cash car for a very demanding client while overhauling an International Harvester Scout.

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#19 Ride from the Ashes

S3:E3

With everyone desperate for cash, Tony sees opportunity in a sentimental build. Shawn has a tough time finding a buyer for Mark's woody iteration.

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#20 Wheels on the Bus

S3:E4

After some creative dealmaking, Shawn frets over Mark's hot take on a Bel Air. An academic achievement leads to a school bus upgrade for Caveman.

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#21 Hot Tub Time Machine

S3:E5

As Mark presses to finish the hot-tub car and fulfill a commitment to some friends, Shawn persuades him to upgrade a vintage Ford pickup as insurance.

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#22 Lowrider Long Shot

S3:E6

Mark harbors a lowrider vision for a vintage Impala, aimed at financing his high-concept car. As expected, the plans quickly get very elaborate.

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#23 Proof of Concept

S3:E7

Mark's Hayabusa hopes are tied to his take on a Prius. Shawn tries to generate buzz ahead of an auction, but a real-world roadblock gets in his way.

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#24 Going, Going... Gone?

S3:E8

The crew gets creative when social distancing hurts their hopes for a big payday. But Mark's high price demands may end up costing them even more.

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#25 Dumpster Divin'

S4:E1

Eager to make some money, the team sets to work on two projects: creating a rat rod from scratch and converting an Elite Laser 917 into a racing car.

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#26 All In the Family Wagon

S4:E2

Shawn asks the team to set up a trade involving a '57 Chevy station wagon. They also get to work on an epic project: merging two cars.

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#27 Ready for Lift Off

S4:E3

Mark and Shawn visit a salvage yard hoping to trade in their recently finished '57 Chevy for some nice Detroit-made parts.

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#28 Life of the Party Bus

S4:E4

After losing money on a build, the Gotham crew gets back to doing what they do best by turning a 1954 Army ambulance into a blinged-out party bus.

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#29 Brotherly Love

S4:E5

A broker representing a wealthy client shows interest in the yet-to-be-sold concept car combo. Later, Caveman pitches the crew on a project for a pal.

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#30 Riding High End

S4:E6

The Gotham Garage crew sets out to turn a Lincoln Zephyr that's seen better days into something truly special for a high-profile car show.

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#31 Go Big Rig or Go Home

S4:E7

While the crew cranks on the Zephyr, Shawn pitches Mark on a deal involving a 1957 Kenworth big rig, just like the one Mark's dad used to drive.

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#32 Special Delivery

S4:E8

Pumped at the opportunity to be on the cover of a Speedway catalog, Mark and company pull out all the stops to get the Zephyr ready for its closeup.

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#33 Upping the Ante

S5:E1

A tribute to the '69 Dodge Charger Daytona gives newbies Brian and Jake a chance to prove their skills. Shawn's plan could snare a Ferrari 458 Italia.

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#34 Hit the Gas

S5:E2

The garage shifts into overdrive when a client wants a practically unheard-of modification to a Tesla. The transformed Dodge hits the track.

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#35 Captain Man-Cave

S5:E3

In a jam, Shawn needs to find a buyer for an unusual hot rod. Gotham Garage takes on a venture that could lead to lucrative business in the future.

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#36 Franken-Tank

S5:E4

Crew members air concerns about the garage's direction. A Harley Dyna gets a sleek, sinister look. Mark puzzles over a request for a novelty vehicle.

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#37 Upgrade and Paid?

S5:E5

Tony has $10K to make over a dual-cab bricknose truck. The rat rod takes shape. Mark and Shawn look at a Ferrari 360 Spider — which comes with baggage.

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#38 Abandon Ship

S5:E6

While waiting on the Ferrari news, the team turns an old pontoon boat into a floating party bus. A '69 Chevelle gets a 21st-century update.

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#39 Divine Design

S5:E7

Mark takes a huge risk and the shop needs cash — fast. A customer returns to check out a revamped American classic with a $60K price tag.

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#40 Going For Broke

S5:E8

Gotham makes bold modifications to the Ferrari while respecting its pedigree — a gamble that could make or break the shop. The car debuts at a party.

Cast & Chracters

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Actor: Mark Towle
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Actor: Shawn Pilot
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Actor: Constance Nunes
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Actor: Tony Quinones
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Actor: Michael 'Caveman' Pyle

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