Ant Anstead Master Mechanic

About Ant Anstead Master Mechanic

Released in 2019, "Ant Anstead Master Mechanic" is a TV series that follows the endeavors of Ant Anstead, a renowned English television presenter, motor specialist, and artist. Ant Anstead embarks on the ambitious project of building a car from scratch, an Aston Martin DBR1, over the course of the series. Using parts from all sorts of other models, Ant confronts many challenges on his quest to create a one-of-a-kind machine that harkens back to automotive glory of the past.

Making / Production

The TV series is a production from the MotorTrend Group. Besides shooting in a garage, the series also featured many outdoor shooting scenes, adding realism and uniqueness to the setting. It provides a detailed view into the making of a car from inception to completion, along with all the complications faced in between.

Actors

• Ant Anstead as the presenter, mechanic, and builder. A raw display of Ant's knowledge in the field of automobiles, patience, and resilience.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The car Ant built, an Aston Martin DBR1, is one of the most expensive cars in the world in auctions.
• Alongside his career in TV, Ant Anstead has also had a stint as a semi-professional football player.
• This series not only shows the process of building a car but also offers educational information about the various parts of a car, teaching viewers about mechanics and engineering.

Awards

As of now, the series has not received any specific awards. Nonetheless, it continues to be a favorite amongst car enthusiasts and fans of Ant Anstead.

Quotes

• "This build is my ultimate test. It's something that I've wanted to do for many years." - Ant Anstead.
• "What a journey! Broken fingers, broken parts, a pandemic... but it's all been worth it." - Ant Anstead.

Music, Soundtrack

• The series features various instrumental music fitting for a garage build setting and the tense moments of the process.