Car S.O.S.
Meet car enthusiast and TV presenter Tim Shaw and master mechanic Fuzz Townshend as they join forces to rescue rusty classic vehicles from their garage prisons
Genre: Reality-TV
Cast:Tim Shaw , Fuzz Townshend , Phil Cornwell , Jim Smallman , Roger Moore , James Nesbitt , Paddy Hopkirk , Ross Kemp , Rick Wakeman , Katie Piper , Philip Serrell , Jimmy White , Ed Whitby , Andreas
S1.E1 ∙ Cosworth In Crisis
TV presenter Tim Shaw and master mechanic Fuzz Townshend come to the rescue of Darren's 1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth, which was neglected after a family tragedy.
S1.E2 ∙ Phoenix Jeep
Having survived World War II, Dick Masters' Jeep was damaged in an arson attack. The guys embark on a rapid renovation project to surprise him.
S1.E3 ∙ Beetle Mania
"Boris" the VW Beetle may once have been a beauty but it soon found itself gathering rust in the garage. The guys attempt to restore it.
S1.E4 ∙ Fiat Fiasco
Jeremy lost his wife and was unable to work after a car accident. Can the guys end his bad luck and give his Fiat Spider the makeover it deserves?
S1.E5 ∙ Anglia Angels
The Hutchings-Clarke family all drive Ford Anglias, except James, whose own model doesn't even have an engine. Will the guys manage to rescue it?
S1.E6 ∙ The Rover's Return
Rover-lover Steve's health issues have ended his dreams of renovating his 1972 P6. Can the guys beat the odds and save Steve's beloved car?
S1.E7 ∙ Triumph of the Stag
Tim and Fuzz head to Portsmouth on a mission to rescue an ex-navy diver's Triumph Stag and hopefully put a smile back on his face.
S1.E8 ∙ Austin Re-Powered
This time Tim and Fuzz focus on the 1928 Austin 12 Tourer.
S1.E9 ∙ Zodiac Come Back
The guys head to Norfolk to revive an ageing Ford Zodiac. But tensions soon arise when Fuzz changes the paint back to the original colour scheme.
S1.E10 ∙ Lotus Flowers
Tim and Fuzz have been travelling the country searching for cars that have seen better days, and owners who need a helping hand restoring them. This time the focus is on the Lotus Elan.
S2.E1 ∙ Cortina Conundrum
Tim and Fuzz must restore a Ford Cortina GT that has seen better days, but when they arrive at the lock-up where it is kept, they find that the vehicle is little more than a well-preserved body shell.
S2.E2 ∙ MG Miracle
This time Fuzz and Tim surprise a terminally ill car fanatic by fixing up his beloved 1938 MG TA.
S2.E3 ∙ A Porsche Puzzle
Fuzz Townshend and Tim Shaw face a race against time to restore a 1980s Porsche 911 suffering from almost terminal rust.
S2.E4 ∙ Herald Angels
Tim and Fuzz are off to Cornwall to help the owner of a Triumph Herald who has been devastated by the death of a daughter.
S2.E5 ∙ Land Rover Legend
Tim and Fuzz try to rescue a Land Rover with a string of mechanical problems after going from being a daily workhorse to the winner of the off road circuit.
S2.E6 ∙ Start the Dart
Tim and Fuzz help restore a Daimler SP250 after an accident leaves its owner unable to complete the work.
S2.E7 ∙ Morris Traveller Mayday
Half a Morris Traveler sits gathering dust in a garage as a birthday present that was never given.
S2.E8 ∙ Danish Dilemma
Tim and Fuzz embark on their first continental car rescue as they head over to Denmark to fix a 1968 Volvo Amazon, a Scandinavian classic that's been in the same family for over 45 years.
S2.E9 ∙ Escort RS in Distress
This time Tim and Fuzz take on the restoration of an Escort RS1600i that has been left a mess from amateur tinkering.
S2.E10 ∙ Campervan Challenge
Rescuing a classic VW campervan in Hartlepool, where a stroke has left owner Brian unable to look after it, is the latest task for the boys.
S3.E1 ∙ E-Type Emergency
Ill health made Mick's childhood dream to own a Jag E-type become a nightmare; the Car SOS team steps in to get this iconic car back on the road.
S3.E2 ∙ Awesome Audi
Barry from Brighton dreams of restoring his 1984 Audi UR Quattro but the vehicle has been under a tarpaulin cover for 10 years. Tim and Fuzz visit the south coast to bring the car back to its best.
S3.E3 ∙ Stirling Moss Sprite Special
Tim and Fuzz fix up a historic racing car, the Austin Healey Sebring Sprite, so that Sir Stirling Moss can get back behind the wheel.
S3.E4 ∙ Morgan Mayhem
Tim and Fuzz head to Northumberland where they rescue a real find; they take on an eccentric 1934 Morgan three-wheeler that has sat in a shed for over 50 years.
S3.E5 ∙ Skyline Sensation
Kim is a dyed-in-the-wool petrol head, along with her husband Mark; tragedy strikes while restoring their dream car, a 1995 Nissan Skyline GTR.
S3.E6 ∙ Alfa Romeo Rennaisance
Fuzz and Tim restore a beloved 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia Spider, a two-seater convertible that's been kept in a dusty barn since the owner's restoration plans came to a halt.
S3.E7 ∙ Tim's Golf GTi Obsession
Fuzz and Tim are in Hampshire to repair a 1982 VW Golf GTI Mk1 that has been kept in a garage since a road accident in 2001. But they have different ideas about how the finished car should look.
S3.E8 ∙ Lancia Reborn
Health problems prevent Derrick from finishing the restoration of his 1967 Lancia Flavia coupe; Tim and Fuzz step in to help.
S3.E10 ∙ Viva La Citroen
Tim and Fuzz are off to Eastbourne in East Sussex to take on an iconic French front-wheel drive car, a 1954 Citroën Traction Avant belonging to former watchmaker and classic car lover Andrew.
S4.E1 ∙ Volvo P1800
Tim and Fuzz head to Croydon to save a 1964 Volvo P1800s, which is synonymous with cult 60s TV series The Saint starring Roger Moore, but after 30 years in a garage it's little more than a rusty shell.
S4.E2 ∙ AC Aceca
Tim and Fuzz visit Leeds to restore a rare AC Aceca, a beautiful but little-known British sports car that has been kept and loved by its owner since the early 1970s but is now rotting away in a garage.
S4.E3 ∙ BMW 2002 Turbo
In the West Midlands, the boys return a much-loved BMW 2002 Turbo to its former glory. Built in 1974, it has belonged to 79-year-old 'boy racer' Ray for over 30 years but is now rusting on his drive.
S4.E4 ∙ Datsun 240z
Tim and Fuzz are in West Sussex to rescue an iconic 1970s motor, a mighty Datsun 240z, which has been languishing in the garage of a retired GP for years while he put his work in the community first.
S4.E5 ∙ Range Rover Classic
Tim and Fuzz head to Cambridge to transform a cherished 1991 Range Rover Vogue SE, a dependable and durable four-wheel drive that has seen better times and is now tired, rusty and in need of some TLC.
S4.E6 ∙ Mazda MX5
The boys are in Plymouth to rescue a 25-year-old example of the world's bestselling two-seater sports car: the Mazda MX5. Tim wants to try some modifications but will Fuzz let him get away with it?
S4.E7 ∙ Singer Le Mans
Tim and Fuzz take on a 1934 Singer Le Mans two-seater sports car that had its last outing with a starring role at a wedding in 1998 and has been stored in a dusty barn in Cambridgeshire ever since.
S4.E8 ∙ Vauxhall Astra GTE
Tim and Fuzz go to south Wales to rescue a rusty Vauxhall Astra GTE that belongs to ex-boy racer Huw but has been off the road for over 20 years. Can they bring the car roaring back to its glory days?
S4.E9 ∙ Mini Cooper S
Fuzz and Tim head for Eastbourne, aiming to secretly restore farmer Keith's 1962 Mini Cooper S, which has been rotting in a shed for decades. Can they transform it into a Monte Carlo-winning replica?
S4.E10 ∙ Tim and Fuzz's Greatest Hits
Tim and Fuzz jump into Tim's 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback for a road trip around Britain to revisit some of their favourite cars from series one to four.
S5.E1 ∙ Mercedes 230sl Pagoda
Tim and Fuzz need all their parts-finding magic and mechanical know-how to restore a 1965 Mercedes-Benz 230SL that was left in a storage garage after its owner, ex-car dealer John, had a heart attack.
S5.E2 ∙ Jaguar mkII
Fuzz and Tim roll their sleeves up and get to work on Tony's 1962 Jaguar Mark 2 - which has been stored in a garage for nearly two decades - aiming to transform the much-loved vehicle, inside and out.
S5.E3 ∙ Aston Martin DB6
Fuzz and Tim restore a British classic - a 1967 Aston Martin DB6 - for oil worker Steve, who bought it for a bargain price over 20 years ago but was unable to repair it after it broke down.
S5.E4 ∙ Fiat Dino
Fuzz and Tim restore a 1971 Fiat Dino coupe with a Ferrari engine that has been rusting in a barn. Its owner, ex-mechanic Chris, has kept it for 25 years but was forced to put its restoration on hold.
S5.E5 ∙ Renault 5 GT Turbo
Fuzz and Tim tackle a 1980s French hot hatch that has ended up as a half-finished project, gathering dust in a draughty garage: a Renault 5 GT Turbo that is owner Ben's dream car.
S5.E6 ∙ Fiat 500
Tim and Fuzz restore an iconic 1967 Fiat 500, which has been rusting away in a damp garage, to its former glory for its owner, all-round petrol-head Duncan, taking a road trip to Turin in the process.
S5.E7 ∙ Sunbeam Alpine
Tim and Fuzz use all their motoring know-how and parts-blagging guile to restore a Sunbeam Alpine, one of the most stylish British sports cars of the 1960s, for motor racing fan and ex-mechanic Ray.
S5.E8 ∙ Caterham 7
Tim and Fuzz get their hands on a legendary British two-seater sports car that's an amateur racer's dream: a Caterham 7 owned by family man Jason, who used to take it on track days and the school run.
S5.E9 ∙ Austin 'Tilly' Truck
It's a case of conservation over restoration as the team tackle a 1941 Austin 10 Utility Truck, a relic from the British Army and one of the great unsung heroes of World War II, owned by farmer Ted.
S5.E10 ∙ Mazda RX7
Tim and Fuzz restore a Japanese sports car with an innovative, unusual rotary engine - a 1992 Mazda RX-7 that has been standing idle and has fallen into disrepair - for its owner, charity worker Conor.
S6.E1 ∙ MG MGA
Tim and Fuzz take on a 1959 MGA Roadster. The car belongs to Billy whose life was turned upside down when his son and daughter in law were drowned on their honeymoon . The boys enlist the help of 'Lucky Man' actor James Nesbitt.
S6.E2 ∙ Lancia Delta Integrale Evoluzione II
Tim and Fuzz take on Gary's Lancia Delta Integrale Evo II , sadly before the car is returned tragedy strikes when Gary unexpectedly passes away.
S6.E3 ∙ VW Karmann Ghia
The Car SOS team take on Lee's imported Karmann Ghia. Lee was unable to finish his restoration when his Crohns disease robbed him of his energy.
S6.E4 ∙ Triumph GT6
Petrolhead Andrew's restoration of his beloved Triumph has ground to a halt when his Marfan's disorder puts him in hospital . Tim and Fuzz step in to save the day.
S6.E5 ∙ Citroën DS
Tim and Fuzz travel to Northern France to rescue a beloved Citroen DS that belongs to Roger , a world war two French resistance hero.
S6.E6 ∙ Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser
Tim and Fuzz are off to Wales to rescue a Toyota Landcruiser after it's owner's deteriorating health meant the mighty 4x4 had been laid up in a dusty garage .
S6.E7 ∙ Peugeot 205 GTI
The boys are called in to secretly help vet Jeremy get his rally spec Peugeot 205 back on the road. It also gives Tim and Fuzz a chance to go to rally school.
S6.E8 ∙ Subaru Impreza
Tim and Fuzz are secretly called in to give Subaru loving Lee a new lease of life after a harrowing back injury left him physically unable to restore his beloved car.
S6.E9 ∙ Messerschmitt KR200
Tim and Fuzz visit the West Country to secretly steal away Sam's rusting old Messerschmidt bubble car , although once they get it back to the Car SOS workshop this tiny car turns into a mega amount of work.
S6.E10 ∙ Ford Capri
After a horrific accident, Mum Helen was unable to complete the restoration of her Ford Capri, so the kids have asked Tim and Fizz if they can make a plan.
S7.E1 ∙ Triumph TR4
Tim and Fuzz take on a Triumph TR4 which turns out to be one of the worst basket cases they have ever brought into the workshop.
S7.E2 ∙ Toyota Celica
Thanks to a crippling condition car loving Noel has lost his health, his job and his house. The one possession that can't be taken from him is his 1972 Toyota Celica, that is until Tim and Fuzz sneak it away for a secret restoration.
S7.E3 ∙ Lotus Elise
Tim and Fuzz steal away Sarah's beloved Lotus Elise, in order to bring a little happiness to a family whose lives have been struck by tragedy.
S7.E4 ∙ Ford Model A
After a near fatal motorbike accident classic car buff Craig was left with horrific brain damage. Craig's family hope that the restoration of his beloved 1938 Model A will help bring back a bit of their old dad.
S7.E5 ∙ Peugeot 504 Cabriolet
Retired dentist Barry had plans to restore his beloved Peugeot 504 convertible until he was laid low with arthritis. His family put out the Car SOS emergency call and Tim and Fuzz step in to save this 1971 French beauty.
S7.E6 ∙ Talbot Sunbeam Lotus
Tim and Fuzz are called to Forfar in Scotland to rescue former fire fighter Jim's Talbot Sunbeam Lotus a rare championship winning rally car that turns out to be ever rarer than they at first thought.
S7.E7 ∙ Lamborghini Espada
The boys take on their first Lamborghini V12 supercar when they are secret called in to rescue petrolhead Ged's 1971 Espada. Ged had part restored his car until heart and lung problems meant his plans had ground to a halt.
S7.E8 ∙ VW T4 Camper
Tim and Fuzz take on a 1991 VW T4 Campervan . It's the much-loved motor of camper enthusiast Jon, whose plans to transform his van had to be put on hold after being diagnosed with cancer of the brain.
S7.E9 ∙ Ford Escort Mexico
Tim and Fuzz travel to the channel islands to take on a 1972 mk.1 Escort Mexico. The car is owned by Gary whose dream to one day own a show stopper was shattered when he was diagnosed with leukemia.
S7.E10 ∙ Citroen 2CV
Tim and Fuzz take on a 1983 Citroën 2CV - the French 'people's car' that won the heart of the whole world. It's owner Stephen, after being diagnosed with stage 4 throat cancer, was unable to continue it's restoration.
S8.E1 ∙ Porsche 356
Master mechanic Fuzz Townshend and petrolhead Tim Shaw begin this series in east London where they are confronted by a rusty old Porsche 356, which they claim to be the worst car they have ever taken on.
S8.E2 ∙ Healey 3000
Aan Austin Healey gets the guys up to County Durham to for John, who has Parkinson's disease. They are determined to make his classic car dreams come true.
S8.E3 ∙ Lotus Esprit
Excitement is at an all time high, when Tim gets his hands on his absolute favourite car - the Lotus Esprit. Then it's over to Fuzz and the team to resurrect the classic Bond car, for veteran fire fighter Gary.
S8.E4 ∙ Hillman Imp
Fuzz and Tim travel to Gloucestershire to take on a 1973 Hillman Imp, which has been abandoned for decades in a dusty barn. The car belongs to former NHS theatre nurse Margaret, who has owned and loved Imps since she first started to drive.
S8.E5 ∙ Lancia Fulvia
This time the boys travel to Scotland to take on a 1968 Lancia Fulvia - a 1960s Italian automotive masterpiece. The car belongs to former hairdresser Bill, who bought it back in 1984. It was his pride and joy until it went off the road a few years back.
S8.E6 ∙ Ferguson Te20 Tractor
Taking a slightly different route to normal, Tim and Fuz restore a faithful old farm tractor back to its former glory.
S8.E7 ∙ Mitsubishi Evo
A Devon man who was diagnosed with cancer has his pride and joy car transformed by Tim and Fuzz. The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution was given the full treatment.
S8.E8 ∙ Austin 7
The boys go to East Anglia to pick up a 1924 Austin 7 and give it their signature treatment. Then they arrange to hand it back to its original owner, as planned by his children.
S8.E9 ∙ Cannon Goldfinger
Fuzz Townshend and Tim Shaw take on one of their most obscure cars to date - a little-known Cannon trials competition car, the Goldfinger.
S8.E10 ∙ MG Metro 6R4
Tim Shaw and Fuzz Townshend take on a 1980s legend, a British championship-winning Metro 6R4 that was discovered languishing in a scrapyard.
S9.E1 ∙ Jaguar XJ-S V12
Tim and Fuzz are off to Wolverhampton to take on a 1980 Jaguar XJ-S V12 a great British Grand Tourer that has sadly fallen into neglect.
S9.E2 ∙ Fiat X1/9
Tim and Fuzz take on something a little bit different. 53-year-old Steve, owner of a Fiat X1/9 has terminal cancer but is desperate to see his son drive the car before it's too late.
S9.E3 ∙ VW Wizard
Tim and Fuzz come to the rescue of their first ever custom car, a radically modified VW Beetle called a VW Wizard.
S9.E4 ∙ Jensen Interceptor
Tim and Fuzz are off to Southampton to take on a 1969 Jensen Interceptor. The owner adored the car, and worked on it until he got extreme arthritis, and could no longer complete the project.
S9.E5 ∙ Rolls Royce Doctors Coupe
Tim and Fuzz head to Lincolnshire where the embodiment of a luxurious era, and a very rare breed indeed, awaits them - a 1929 Rolls Royce Doctor's Coupe.
S9.E6 ∙ Peugeot 106 Rallye
The boys head to Norfolk where an sad old hot hatch car is in need of their attention. Owner Senna, as her name suggests, comes from a family of petrol heads.
S9.E7 ∙ Renault Alpine 110
Tim and Fuzz pick up one of France's most legendary rally racers: A 1972 Renault Alpine 110. The car has never been driven by it's owner, Guido, and is sadly in need of much work..
S9.E8 ∙ Bedford HA Ice Cream Van
Tim and Fuzz are off to Manchester to pick up a 1978 Bedford HA Ice Cream Van. This rusty wreck belongs to Barbara who has served ice cream to the locals for over 50 years.
S9.E9 ∙ Ford Cortina Mk 3
Tim and Fuzz head to Leicester to pick up a Mk 3 Ford Cortina, once Britain's top selling car but now on the automotive endangered species list.
S9.E10 ∙ Bond Bug
Tim and Fuzz are back on their mission to restore much loved classic cars for deserving owners. They take on a quirky little car, affectionately know as The Bond Bug.
S10.E1 ∙ Fiat Uno Turbo
Tim and Fuzz take on a neglected 1988 Fiat Uno Turbo belonging to former car salesman Gerry, who has been struck down with ill health
S10.E2 ∙ Saab 900 Turbo
A 1992 Saab 900 Turbo belongs to Saab enthusiast and former Electrical Engineer Pravesh. Sadly, due to ill health, he has been left with little strength. The hope is getting his Saab back on the road would give Pravesh the boost he needs.
S10.E3 ∙ Ford Escort RS2000
Tim and Fuzz take on carpenter Mike's 1980 Ford Escort RS2000. After his son's road accident, Mike's family want to repay his selfless devotion and give him the Car SOS treatment
S10.E4 ∙ VW Corrado
Tim and Fuzz head to Huddersfield to rescue a 1992 VW Corrado, a German coupe that was once one of the fastest small family cars on the road.
S10.E5 ∙ 1973 Dennis D-Series Fire Engine
Tim and Fuzz head to the South Coast near Romney, for a surprise a little outside of their usual restorations. Firefighter James has a 1973 Dennis D Series fire engine and it is in need of some restoration.
S10.E6 ∙ Toyota Supra Mk4
Tim and Fuzz head take on a 1993 Toyota Supra Mk.4 owned by former competitive motorcycle racer Lisa. Mobility problems have meant the car has ended in need of TLC. Lisa's friends and family hope a fully restored car will lift her spirits.
S10.E7 ∙ Opel Manta
Tim and Fuzz head to Rochdale for a Opel Manta GTE, a rare German Classic straight out of the 1980s. The car belongs to former amateur rally driver Alan, who loved his Manta so much he couldn't bear to part with it.
S10.E8 ∙ Citroën Hy Van
Tim and Fuzz head collect a rusting Citroen HY van. Former England footballers Bryan Robson and Wes Brown join them to help restore the fortunes of a family torn apart by tragic events.
S10.E9 ∙ Vauxhall Cavalier
Tim and Fuzz head to Stockport to take on a 1994 Vauxhall Cavalier Turbo. After a horrific accident Darren was left tetraplegic. Darren's friends are hoping that Car SOS are able to convert the car to allow him to be a passenger.
S10.E10 ∙ MGB GT
Tim and Fuzz take on their 100th restoration in ten years, but this time step right outside their comfort zone by converting a MGB to electric for unsuspecting owner Caroline.
S11.E1 ∙ Renault Alpine GTA
Tim and Fuzz restore a rare Renault Alpine GTA for David a former computer technician struck by ill health.
S11.E2 ∙ Ford Mondeo
Tim and Fuzz take on the challenge of restoring a lack lustre Ford Mondeo and returning it as a tribute touring car.
S11.E3 ∙ Jeep Grand Cherokee
Tim and Fuzz take on the challenge of restoring an American classic,and then building it to its off road capabilities, for a deserving wounded warrior.
S11.E4 ∙ Riley RMF
A great Bristsh classic gets the treatment. Tim and Fuzz restore a 1953 Riley RMF that has stood in a garage for decades.
S11.E6 ∙ Rover SD1
Tim and Fuzz take a trip back in time with a Rover SD1 belonging to 58 year old landscape gardener Darren who has been feeling poorly
S11.E7 ∙ JCB Digger
In a departure from the usual, Tim and Fuzz travel all the way to Southend to take on a 1978 JCB Digger. Former carpenter Kev suffered two heart attacks and cannot now work on the vehicle.
S11.E8 ∙ Ford Mustang
Tim and Fuzz rescue a classic Ford Mustang in very poor condition after 33 years of neglect. The boys hope a remake will put some spring in its owners step again.
S11.E9 ∙ Mk.1 Toyota MR2
Tim and Fuzz take on a neglected Toyota that has stood in a shipping container for years
S11.E10 ∙ Ultima Mk3
Tim and Fuzz take on a world speed record breaker, a rare 1989 Ultima racing car. Unfortunately, the one they are off to see, hasn't moved for over 30 years.
