American Restoration
American Restoration follows the best restoration shops in the United States as they restore pieces of America's history and create awe-inspiring works from vintage items including classic cars, rare antiques and one-of-a-kind bikes.
- 2010-2016
- 7 seasons
- Pluto TV
- Reality
- TV-PG
American Restoration follows the best restoration shops in the United States as they restore pieces of America's history and create awe-inspiring works from vintage items including classic cars, rare antiques and one-of-a-kind bikes.
Season 4 Episode Guide
24 Episodes 2013 - 2014
Episode 1
Vacuum Daze
Tue, Apr 9, 2013 22 mins
When a rare 1930's photo booth arrives at Rick's, the crew shoots for a picture perfect restoration. Later, Rick sends his team to the Rose Bowl Flea Market, where he sold his very first machine decades ago.
Episode 2
Photo Finish
Tue, Apr 9, 2013 21 mins
A photo booth from the 1930's. Also the guys visit the Rose Bowl Flea Market in Pasadena, California.
Episode 3
Harleys and Horsies
Tue, Apr 16, 2013 22 mins
Rick's crew brings a pedal car horse(?) back to life followed by partial rebuild a Harley Davidson golf cart(?) That leads to golf wager between RIck and Ron with a mild humiliation as the stakes. Needless to say, Tyler instigated it.
Episode 4
Mixed Signals
Tue, Apr 16, 2013 21 mins
When a 1920's "wig wag" train signal arrives, Rick and his crew move full steam ahead on the restoration. Will this restoration stay on track or get run off the rails? Later, Kelly plans a car show at the shop, and Rick challenges the crew.
Episode 5
Atomic Restoration
Tue, Apr 23, 2013 22 mins
Rick shoots to beat the clock with a 40's high-school electric scoreboard. Can this restoration score, or will Rick run out of time? Also, an atomic age Uranium Detector arrives for a scientific spruce-up.
Episode 6
Sand Hassle
Tue, Apr 23, 2013 22 mins
When a 1920's floor sander rolls in, Rick and his crew clean up their act. Can the guys make this a smooth restoration or will they be left in the dust? Later, an antique apple vending machine that needs a healthy dose of TLC is shipped to the shop.
Episode 7
Pests and Pins
Tue, Apr 30, 2013 22 mins
When a 50's Bowling Equipment Vending Machine rolls into Rick's, the guys take aim and hope for a strike. Later, a 1900's Antique Copper Pest Sprayer buzzes to the shop. Can the crew manage both projects?
Episode 8
Bimbo and the Beasts
Tue, Apr 30, 2013 21 mins
Rick puts the pedal to the metal when a toy 1950's Ferrari "Bimbo" Racecar cruises into the shop. And later, Ron, Tyler and Brettly go on a big pick finding not only a rare safe, nickelodeon, and cigar dispensing slot machine, but also live tigers.
Episode 9
Golf Ball and Chain
Tue, May 7, 2013 22 mins
When a 1937 Iron Lung rolls into the shop for a restoration, Rick visits a strange former client in hopes of unlocking the project's mysteries. Then, a prank war breaks out after Ron gives Tyler lip and no one knows who's getting the last laugh.
Episode 10
American Respiration
Tue, May 7, 2013 20 mins
When a 1937 Iron Lung rolls into the shop for a restoration, Rick visits a strange former client in hopes of unlocking the project's mysteries. Then, a prank war breaks out after Ron gives Tyler lip and no one knows who's getting the last laugh. Later, Brettly brings in a big haul after his first solo picking trip.
Episode 11
Billy Joel: A Matter of Rust
Tue, May 28, 2013 43 mins
When Billy Joel decides "This is the Time" to bring an item near and dear to his heart to Rick, the team prepares for a rock-star restoration. Then, Rick sends Ron, Tyler and Brettly out on a picking competition.
Episode 12
Sofa King Cool
Tue, Jun 4, 2013 21 mins
When Pawn Stars' Rick Harrison arrives at the shop looking for his son Corey's birthday present, Rick Dale suggests a new couch made from an old car. But the hunt for the coolest classic proves more difficult than he thought.
Episode 13
Un-Predicta-ble
Tue, Jun 4, 2013 22 mins
When Pawn Stars' Rick Harrison arrives at the shop looking for his son Corey's birthday present, Rick Dale suggests a new couch made from an old car. But the hunt for the coolest classic proves more difficult than he thought.
Episode 14
Gone to Pieces
Tue, Jun 11, 2013 22 mins
When Rick's favorite customer Big Mike comes in with a 1964 Ducati motorcycle in a basket, the search is on for rare parts. Can the shop complete this Italian job or will the pressure cause them to crash?
Episode 15
Star Wreck
Tue, Jun 11, 2013 21 mins
When a star-shaped 1970s Carl's Jr. sign arrives in need of a fast-food facelift, Rick and his team aim for a restoration that's out of this world. Will the stars align for a tasty tune-up or will Rick be left with a belly ache? And later, Ron returns from a monster picking trip with a huge haul. Can he sell his treasures and earn Rick's approval or will he be left with a pile of junk?
Episode 16
Thin Tin Tin
Tue, Jun 18, 2013 22 mins
Rick steps up to the plate to transform a vintage 1950s Coke cooler into a LA Dodgers inspired hot dog cart. But when he finds out he'll be revealing it to baseball greats Tommy Lasorda, Ron Cey, and Paul Lo Duca,
Episode 17
Dodger Doggin' It
Tue, Jun 18, 2013 21 mins
Rick steps up to the plate to transform a vintage 1950s Coke cooler into a LA Dodgers inspired hot dog cart. But when he finds out he'll be revealing it to baseball greats Tommy Lasorda, Ron Cey, and Paul Lo Duca, Rick swings for the fences to do an all-star restoration. Can Rick hit a home run with this dream-come-true project or will the pressure cause him to strike out?
Episode 19
Ameri-cone Dream
Tue, Jan 21, 2014 21 mins
When a 1950s Cushman Ice Cream Cart glides into Rick's, the shop digs in for a sweet retro ride. Can Rick transform this fun frozen treat machine or will he leave the client feeling ice cold? Then Leonard, the new picker, takes his first treasure hunting trip with Ron. Can the prot g impress the boss's brother or will the student leave feeling stumped?
Episode 20
Astro-Nuts and Bolts
Tue, Jan 21, 2014 21 mins
When a 1964 NASA Jet Pack signed by astronauts Buzz Aldrin and Gene Cernan blasts into the shop, Rick and his team prepare for an out-of-this-world restoration. Later, returning customer Darius brings in an item unlike anything the shop has ever seen: a World War II era bomb.
Episode 21
Search Part-y
Tue, Jan 28, 2014 21 mins
When Rick is tasked to repurpose a retro Cigarette Dispenser into a Bike Tool Vending Machine, the wheels are set in motion for a pedal-to-the-metal project. Then, Tyler steps in for Rick to bid on rare 1950s Pedal Bulldozer project. Can they rise to the challenge and give this pile of parts a pick-me-up?
Episode 22
Pitch Perfect
Tue, Jan 28, 2014 22 mins
When a 1960s Electric Mini-Car arrives for a car show quality upgrade, the crew's got the challenge of making this sparky little roadster into a fast and safe ride for the open road. Will this pint-size put-put prove to be a full-size headache? Then, Rick feels the heat when he's asked to throw the first pitch in a LA Dodger's game. Ron tries coaching his big bro, but will Rick's pitch on the mound be a ball or a strike?
Episode 23
Shocks, Locks and Clocks
Tue, Feb 4, 2014 22 mins
Rick feels a jolt of panic when an early 1900s Electro-Shock Alarm Clock arrives in need of hard-to-find parts. Can Leonard the picker, expert in things weird and scientific, save the day on this creepy contraption? Later, the shop's got a problem when trying to convert a vintage 1940s Wayne Gas Pump into a polo player's equipment locker.
Episode 24
Bed, Bug and Beyond
Tue, Feb 4, 2014 20 mins
When a client asks Rick to convert a 1960s Volkswagen Beetle into a child's bed inspired by Herbie the Love Bug, Ron takes Leonard out to search for the perfect punch buggy. Can the crew turn this iconic ride into a piece of fun furniture or will they just bug out? Then, Rick gets more than he bargained for when he lets his straggly-bearded buddy, Caveman, crash in the boneyard.
Episode 26
Car Before the Horse
Tue, Feb 25, 2014 21 mins
When a client cruises in with a 1962 mini-Corvette to be modeled after his full-size version, Rick looks to turn this tiny ride into racing ragtop. Then, a 1950s coin-operated mustang ride hoofs it into the shop. Can Rick restore this broken down pony into a sleek stallion?