Chasing Classic Cars

Chasing Classic Cars follows Ferrari expert and master car restorer, Wayne Carini, as he takes viewers on his personal mission to uncover the worlds most rare and exotic cars. Filmed entirely in high definition Chasing Classic Cars gives its audience a true insiders look at the elite club of car restorers and collectors as Wayne buys, restores and sells vintage rides, and the owners of the most exclusive and secret garages open up their doors only to Wayne.

2008 HD TV-PG United States English

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S1E1 - Bugatti Barn Find 2008-03-06

Experience the thrill of discovery with master car restorer Wayne Carini, as he pulls open the doors of a secluded garage in Westchester, N.Y., to reveal the automotive barn find of the century: an extremely rare 1938 Bugatti Type 57C Atalante Coupe. Untouched for nearly 50 years, the car is a restorers dream. When the Bugatti goes up for sale at the elite Christies auction at the Concours DElegance in Greenwich, Conn., Wayne and his wealthy client must do battle with an anonymous phone bidder or risk letting the Bugatti slip through their fingers. When the hammer falls, the sale price leaves the car world stunned and Wayne left wondering if the Bugatti is the one that got away.

S1E2 - Monterey Madness 2008-06-10

Californias Monterey auction week is the must-see event of the collector car world and master car restorer Wayne Carini hasnt missed one in nearly 30 years. However, with just three days left before the truck comes to take his cars to auction, Wayne is running out of time. His 1931 Cadillac V-16 Roadster needs an emergency clutch job and two of the cars he planned to bring to California just got sold. With two auction spots unexpectedly open Wayne rolls the dice and takes a gamble on a pair of 1950s Volkswagen Beetles. Will these pristine cuties bring home the big bucks? Or will Wayne come home empty-handed?

S1E3 - Auction at Amelia Island, Part 1 2008-06-17

Unfavorable economic conditions in the U.S have taken their toll everywhere, including the high stakes world of car collectors. With the exclusive RM Vintage Motorcars Auction in Amelia Island, Fla., right around the corner, master car restorer Wayne Carini is pressed to put together a roster of cars that is guaranteed to turn a profit. When an extremely rare 1906 Panhard-Levassor brass car comes up for sale, Wayne flies to Scottsdale, Ariz., where he inspects the car and buys it on the spot. With the Panhard, a 1958 Lancia Aurelia B-20 GT, a 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302 and a 1954 Buick Skylark Convertible in his lineup, Wayne is confident hell come home in the black. But when mysterious problems plague one of the cars, Wayne is forced to do some emergency repairs. With just hours before the truck comes to take the cars to Florida, will Wayne finish the work on time or sabotage his chance at auction?

S1E4 - Auction at Amelia Island, Part 2 2008-06-24

With sale prices plummeting and European collectors snapping up rare cars for a song, all eyes are on springs exclusive RM Vintage Motorcars Auction in Amelia Island, Fla. Despite doomsday predictions, the auction forecast looks strong. However, when tornados suddenly touch down nearby, extreme weather threatens to ruin the event. See which cars bring in the big bucks and which one sells for a huge loss, when master car restorer Wayne Carini rolls the dice and puts his 1906 Panhard-Levassor, 1958 Lancia Aurelia B-20 GT, 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302 and 1954 Buick Skylark Convertible up for auction with no reserve prices.

S1E5 - Herb's Ferrari 2008-10-28

Ferrari expert and master car restorer Wayne Carini gets a lead on a 1972 Ferrari Daytona Spyder for sale in Denver. Abandoned in a shed in the early 80s, the car has been painted an awful lime green and hasnt been driven for 27 years. It seems like a disaster, but Wayne has a hunch that he knows who the original owner is. With just 48 hours to put together a deal, Wayne and a friend hop aboard a private Gulfstream 450 in the middle of a blizzard and fly to Denver with the hopes of buying this rare Ferrari.

S1E6 - Internet Flips and Finds 2008-11-04

From back yards, to barns, to the Internet, vintage cars can surface anywhere, but it takes a lot more than blind luck to find them. Getting access to these vehicles is all about who you know. Invited by a friend in the wholesale business, master car restorer Wayne Carini travels to a remote avocado field in Southern California where he gets a once-in-a-lifetime chance to inspect a secret collection of vintage cars worth millions. Meanwhile, a collector friend of Waynes shows off one of the most legendary eBay finds of all time. Listed online as a Devin racer, it turns out the car was actually something much more special. Underneath the shell of the Devin was an extremely rare Ferrari race car. Despite the very public online auction, only the collector saw the clues that helped him guess the vehicles true origin and purchase the car for only $35,000. Restored, the Ferrari will be worth upwards of $4 million.

S6E1 - Amelia Island 2013-05-07

Wayne attends the start to the auction season at Amelia Island. He lists a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190SL and 280SE Cabriolet, but will he walk away with a profit?

S6E2 - Hudson Hornet 2013-05-07

Wayne chased a Hudson Italia for 38 years before acquiring the car in 2006. It turns out that the woman he bought it from still has a few surprises left up her sleeve.

S6E3 - Micro Cars 2013-05-14

Wayne visits the Bruce Weiner Microcar Museum, where hes on the lookout for a BMW Isetta for his daughter. But will he be able to get his hands on one at a good price?

S6E4 - Packards 2013-05-21

Wayne heads to an auction of unusual cars where a 1937 Packard Convertible catches his eye. But how far will he be willing to go to secure a deal?

S6E5 - Utah Collection 2013-05-28

Waynes on the trail of some high end classics. While his contact tells him the cars are in good condition, he wont send Wayne photos. What is he trying to hide?

S6E6 - 275 Ferrari 2013-06-11

Wayne is selling a 275 Ferrari, but a car this special requires the right buyer. Meanwhile, he flies to Chicago to help a woman put a price on her late husbands Jaguar.

S6E7 - Where Are They Now? 2013-06-18

Wayne follows up some special finds from seasons past, including a Rolls Royce sold at auction for a fair price that ended up at the Pebble Concours dElegance.

S6E8 - Chase, Buy, Repeat! 2013-08-27

A client of Waynes is red-hot for Fords. He wants one of every production model from 1935-40. Wayne is on the hunt for the best early Fords he can find. First stop is the Auctions America Ft. Lauderdale sale where bidding is as hot as the Florida sun.

S6E9 - Barn Find or Bust 2013-08-27

Wayne is over the moon when he uncovers a perfectly preserved 1963 street legal 427 Cobra in a barn. Before selling the car Wayne and Roger get it running and then Wayne takes it for a very special last hurrah.

S6E10 - Green Is the New Black 2013-09-03

Waynes client has a 1973 Daytona Spyder painted "restoration red." Not a look that will stand out at the Cavallino Classic, a prestigious Ferrari concours, and score a Platinum award.

S6E11 - Wet, Wild, & Willys! 2013-09-10

Waynes appetite for the offbeat is in full effect when he auctions off a wild assortment of rides.

S6E12 - Overheating in Oregon 2013-09-17

Wayne flies to Oregon for a killer find - an untouched 1932 Stutz DV32. Knowing a good investment when he sees it Wayne buys the car on the spot. His plan? Get it running and refurbished and sell at a profit.

S6E13 - A Mysterious Find 2013-09-24

When four sisters need advice about what to do with their fathers 1939 328 BMW, they call on Wayne. Having sat untouched for twenty years the car is full of surprises including a mysterious briefcase discovered behind the seats.

S6E14 - What Wayne Wants 2013-10-01

Wayne needs to auction off a handful of cars to go after a stately 1911 Winton 17b Five-Passenger Touring brass car.

S6E15 - Red Hot and Rowdy 2013-10-08

After a woman loses her husband and son in an airplane crash she turns to Wayne for help selling her late husbands 1965 427 S/C Cobra. In the meantime Wayne discovers that twenty years ago he was the one that painted the 912 Porsche he just bought.

S6E16 - Chance of a Lifetime 2013-10-15

Wayne has a chance to visit the last remaining original 1967 275 GTB/4 Ferrari N.A.R.T. Spyder. The NARTs are valued in the multi-million dollar range, so the stage is set for it to become the most expensive collector car ever sold.

S6E17 - Invitation Only 2013-10-22

Wayne takes you behind the scenes to the best events, hottest parties and under-the-radar gatherings that the Concours at Pebble Beach week has to offer.

S6E18 - Cannonball's Run 2013-10-29

Wayne is hired to sell automotive journalist Brock Yates car, the Eliminator and after picking it up at the Saratoga Automobile Museum Wayne, shows the car at Mecum Auto Auctions Indianapolis, then its off to auction in Monterey in August.

S6E19 - Back to the Beach 2013-11-05

In 1955 Phil Hill achieved a first when he won both the Pebble Beach race and the best-of-show award in the same day. Waynes in the inner circle when Phils son, Derek Hill, brings his fathers 1912 Packard to the Pebble Beach concours.

S6E20 - Backyard Finds 2013-11-12

Think you know your own backyard? Think again. Wayne roams his stomping grounds and uncovers a cache of Mopar cars, a 1905 Cadillac and a 330 Ferrari in the most unexpected place.

S6E21 - Wayne Meets Triplets 2013-11-19

When Wayne gets a lead on a cache of three 308 Ferraris in a nearby garage, he shows up ready to buy and with a trailer in tow. Then, while Roger works on a belt job, Wayne puts on his sales hat to drum up clients for two more Ferraris, a 275 and a 430.

S6E22 - Wayne Goes Skiing 2014-02-04

Wayne helps Olympic gold medalist Jonny Mosely and the Squaw Valley ski resort find a vehicle that could have been at the 1960 Winter Olympics. Its all about 4x4s and big powder when Wayne finds them a ride and takes some turns down the mountain.

S6E23 - Big Brass 2014-02-11

Wayne travels to Napa, CA to evaluate a collection of cars including a 1911 Kissel Kar, a 1910 Buick Model 16, a 1914 Ford Model T Speedster and a 1915 Ford Model T C-Cab Delivery and later sells the cars at auction.

S6E24 - Kiss a Few Frogs 2014-02-18

Wayne finds a rare 1934 Lincoln KB Convertible. In order to buy it, he must meet the owners high price and also buy two other cars; a 70s Chryseler K Car and 60s Buick convertible. Sometimes you have to kiss a few frogs before you get what you want.

S6E25 - Getting Hot 2014-02-25

Waynes on a hunt for a Volvo 960 station wagon. However the cars original owner, Paul Newman, fitted this car with a supercharged 5.0 liter V8 engine pulled from a Ford Mustang. Wayne checks out a hot rod event which only allows cars made before 1964.

S6E26 - The Power of Three 2014-03-04

After finding a 1970 Porsche 911 E Targa with 5,000 miles, Waynes got his hands on possibly the worlds most perfect 1962 Jaguar Mark 2 3.8 Saloon AND an unrestored 1932 Stutz DV32 Convertible, all at an estimated value between $420,000 and $550,000.

S7E8 - Season 7, Episode 8

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S7E13 - Season 7, Episode 13

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S8E1 - Chase, Buy, Repeat! 2013-08-27

A client of Waynes seeks every Ford production model from 1935 to 1940; Wayne attends an Auctions America event in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

S8E2 - Barn Find, or Bust? 2013-08-27

Wayne uncovers a 1963 street legal 427 Cobra in a barn, then takes the vehicle for a spin before he sells it.

S8E3 - Green is the New Black 2013-09-03

Waynes client paints his 1973 Daytona Spyder "restoration red.

S8E4 - Wet, Wild, and Willys! 2013-09-10

Wayne auctions off a strange collection of vehicles.

S8E5 - Overheating in Oregon 2013-09-17

Wayne travels to Oregon to snatch up a 1932 Stutz DV32 that he plans to refurbish and sell at a profit.

S8E6 - A Mysterious Find 2013-09-24

Four sisters seek Waynes advice on what to do with their fathers 1939 BMW 328; a strange briefcase is discovered behind the vehicles seats.

S8E7 - What Wayne Wants 2013-10-01

Wayne must auction off a number of vehicles in his quest to obtain a 1911 Winton 17b five-passenger touring car.

S8E8 - Red Hot and Rowdy 2013-10-08

A woman turns to Wayne for help in selling her late husbands 1965 Shelby Cobra 427 S/C.

S8E9 - Chance of a Lifetime 2013-10-15

Wayne gets a personal look at the last remaining original 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 N.A.R.T. Spyder.

S8E10 - Invitation Only 2013-10-22

Wayne presents an exclusive look at the best events and hottest parties occurring at the Pebble Beach Concours dElegance.

S8E11 - Cannonball's Run 2013-10-29

Wayne is hired to sell automotive journalist Brock Yates Eliminator roadster; the vehicle is picked up from the Saratoga Automobile Museum and taken to auction.

S11E1 - Road to Minerva 2017-03-15

In the Season 9 premiere, Wayne and car buddy Ralph cant believe their good fortune when they win a sealed-bid auction for a one-of-one, all-original 1930 Minerva bodied by Hibbard & Darrin.

S11E2 - A-List B Cars 2017-03-22

Wayne spans the BMW spectrum when he sells a high-performance, low-production 2003 BMW Z8 Alpina roadster and a 1958 BMW Isetta 300.

S11E3 - Bearcar Boys & Porsche Toys 2017-03-29

Wayne makes a surprise announcement that hes selling the best barn find of his career, his original 1921 Stutz Bearcat with just more than 11,000 miles from new.

S11E4 - Season 11, Episode 4

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S11E5 - Season 11, Episode 5

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S11E6 - Season 11, Episode 6

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S11E7 - Season 11, Episode 7

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S11E8 - Season 11, Episode 8

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S11E9 - Season 11, Episode 9

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S13E1 - Porsche 4Cam vs. Steve Jobs BMW Z8 2018-06-25

Wayne must take a leap of faith to bring home a 1957 Porsche 356A 1500 GS Carrera with a rare four-camshaft engine. When Apple guru Steve Jobs 2000 BMW Z8 goes up for sale, the current owner turns to Wayne for help.

S13E2 - Racing Record Monza, Bucking Bronco, and Vincent Motos 2018-07-02

Wayne rescues a rare 59 Fiat Abarth Record Monza from its thirty year slumber in a NY garage. In Nebraska Wayne falls in love with a custom 66 Ford Bronco and returns home to discover 2 all-original Vincent Motorcycles for sale just 20mi from his shop.

S13E3 - Chevy Surprise & Lucky Lamborghini 2018-07-09

A proud son needs to find and restore a 1960 Chevy pickup truck-- all to surprise his father for his 65th birthday-- so he turns to Wayne Carini for help. In NJ, Wayne buys a single-owner 67 Lamborghini 400 GT thats been garage-bound for 25 years.

S13E4 - 100 Year Old Harley 2018-07-16

Wayne discovers a 100 year old Harley Davidson in a basement, rolls the dice on a pair of Ducatis at a Las Vegas auction, takes on the Laguna Seca corkscrew on a motorcycle, and meets legendary bike-builder Arlen Ness.

S13E5 - Coupe! (There It Is) 2018-07-23

Wayne chases after a flawless 61 Cadillac Coupe DeVille, takes a joy ride in a spirited 53 Nash Healey and raises big money for charity when he sells a 71 Corvette Stingray and 70 C10 Chevy pickup at the Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction.

S13E6 - Ford GT40 & A Flying Banana 2018-07-30

Its a trio of firsts for Wayne as he takes on a the transformation of a rare 34 MG PA Airline Coupe, helps a friend with a multi-million dollar Ford GT40 Mk IV, and hits the road to scope out 1 of only 6 remaining Aston Martin Speed Model Type Cs.

S14E1 - Commander in Chief 2019-03-20

When Waynes all-original 1954 Studebaker Commander Starliner Coupe is invited to compete at the worlds most prestigious car show, hes determined to bring home a top prize. Wayne takes a chance on a 1938 Lincoln Model K Coupe with hot rod vibes.

S14E2 - Wheels & Deals 2019-03-27

Wayne transforms a 1931 Packard 840 Roadster Packard and encounters a very unexpected buyer; Wayne loans "Wheeler Dealers" host, Mike Brewer, a 57 Ferrari Testa Rossa; a simple parade lap at a state fair turns into a day at the racetrack.

S14E3 - XKE Marks the Spot 2019-04-03

Wayne resurrects a 1962 Jaguar XKE SI 3.8 Flat Floor Roadster once owned by "Today Show" host Dave Garroway; what an OSCA MT4 race car, a million-dollar 8 liter Bentley and a questionable 71 Siata Spring have in common.

S14E4 - Hurray for Jollywood! 2019-04-10

Wayne unearths a low-mileage 1965 Shelby GT350; he brings a famous 1950s Southern Californian hot rod to auction; Wayne hunts for a Duesenberg, but is wowed by a Packard instead; he says goodbye to an old friend from his personal collection.

S15E1 - One Car Wonder 2020-02-06

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S15E2 - Wayne's Gotta Wait 2020-02-13

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S15E3 - No Replacement for Displacement 2020-02-20

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S15E4 - (AC) Ace in the Hole 2020-02-27

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S15E5 - 3 Million Mile Volvo 2020-03-05

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S15E6 - Shouldn't Be Selling It 2020-03-12

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S15E7 - 10 Million Dollar Fixer Upper 2020-03-19

The team are part of a multi-shop mission to return a coveted 1937 Bugatti to like-new condition and enter it in competition in the most prestigious exhibition in the world, the Pebble Beach Concours dElegance.

S15E8 - Twist and Scout 2020-03-26

Wayne buys the motorcycle of his dreams in a 1928 Indian Scout 101 and he cant wait to take it out on the track. He also helps find new homes for a collection that includes a 77 Mercedes 450 SEL 6.9 and a ready-to-race Audi R8.

S15E9 - Let the Good Times Roll 2020-04-02

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S15E10 - Eclectic Avenue 2020-04-09

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S16E1 - A Griffith Resurrection 2020-10-20

Wayne finds a rare mid-sixties Griffith 200 in a parking garage. Its been hiding in plain sight for over 20 years, and he wants to revive it in time to show it at an exclusive East Coast Cars and Coffee.

S16E2 - Hasta La Bristol, Baby! 2020-10-27

Wayne comes across a mid-forties MG TC for sale while restoring his ultra-rare 54 Arnolt Bristol Coupe and 55 Arnolt Bristol Roadster. The car is all in pieces and Wayne is determined to find every part before going home.

S16E3 - The Collection Has Left the Building 2020-11-03

When the Tupelo Automobile Museum decides to close and auction off their entire collection for charity, they call Wayne for help. He brings in two auction houses to assess their cars and automobilia and give their best pitch to the museums owner.

S16E4 - Fly Like an Elgin 2020-11-10

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S16E5 - Great Godsal! 2020-11-17

A client bought a one-of-a-kind 1935 Godsal, and wants Wayne and Evan Ide to do the restoration. With no other automobile of such kind in existence, Evans expertise in automotive history will be highly essential for the job.

S17E1 - Season 17, Episode 1

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S17E2 - Season 17, Episode 2

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S17E3 - Season 17, Episode 3

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S17E4 - Season 17, Episode 4

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S17E5 - Season 17, Episode 5

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