Modern Wheels or Classic Steals

2018•22m

Documentary

This UKTV original series pitches presenters Rebecca Jackson and Elo against each other, as they try to convince one car buyer to buy one Rebecca’s modern motors, or one of Elo’s classic bargains.

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Language

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

September 17, 2018

Last Aired

November 19, 2018

Networks

U&Dave

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

No providers available for this region.

Seasons & Episodes

Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.

Season

Episode 1

Air date: 2018-09-17

Kerri wants to swap her old Golf for a head-turner. Rebecca says a Porsche. Elo says a Karmann Ghia. Classic 1950s style is pitted against the best in German engineering.

Episode 2

Air date: 2018-09-17

Former racer Martin wants to swap his practical Ford Focus for a two-door speedster. Rebecca offers a Caterham and a Lotus Elise, but is Elo off the mark with his choices?

Episode 3

Air date: 2018-09-24

Lexy is a 21-year-old with very impressive money-saving abilities, and her deep-set hatred for London's public transport system has brought her to Rebecca and Elo.

Episode 4

Air date: 2018-09-24

What ride can Elo and Rebecca offer an eighteen-year-old DJ who likes mod-cons and fast cars? A heavily-modified speed machine with a loud sound-system of course.

Episode 5

Air date: 2018-10-01

The environment is no laughing matter for a comedy agent who is looking to go green with his new motor. Rebecca has two electric cars but Elo's choice has a wicker-basket boot.

Episode 6

Air date: 2018-10-01

Elo faces a tough challenge when Hayley requests features not typically found on classic cars - folding wing mirrors and top-of-the-range parking capabilities.

Episode 7

Air date: 2018-10-08

Rob loves the great outdoors and is after the perfect lifestyle vehicle. Rebecca thinks Jaguar and Jeep but Elo asks Rob a different question - how much do you like camping?

Episode 8

Air date: 2018-10-08

What ride can Elo and Rebecca offer an eighteen-year-old DJ who likes mod-cons and fast cars? A heavily-modified speed machine with a loud sound-system of course.

Episode 9

Air date: 2018-10-15

Les is cashing in his pension and needs a car for the racetrack. Rebecca thinks an Aston Martin but Elo's supercharged Italian classic might have something to say about that.

E10

Episode 10

Air date: 2018-10-15

George's wife wants him to buy another Land Rover. Can Elo's Morgan or Rebecca's Bentley sway him into something sexier?

E11

Episode 11

Air date: 2018-10-22

Paul is a family man with a £10k budget. Can Rebecca tempt him with a modern BMW? Perhaps Elo's classic Mercedes-Benz is what the man needs?

E12

Episode 12

Air date: 2018-10-22

Bik has just retired...should his next car be a retirement present to himself? Or a practical family car to cater for his four tall children?

E13

Episode 13

Air date: 2018-10-29

Today is cute car day. Gracie is in for a tough decision. Elo and Rebecca have redefined the word 'cute' with their modern and classic car choices.

E14

Episode 14

Air date: 2018-10-29

Radio presenter Samantha M has her heart set on a convertible. Both Elo and Rebecca have looked to Germany for ideas on this one. BMW vs Mercedes vs Porsche. Game on!

E15

Episode 15

Air date: 2018-11-05

Stylish, sporty and sexy: can Elo and Rebecca meet Katie's requirements? When two classic and two modern convertibles are pitted against each other, the answer is clearly yes.

E16

Episode 16

Air date: 2018-11-05

Three buyers need one perfect 4x4...two of them are dogs! Can Elo and Rebecca meet their cute, canine requirements?

E17

Episode 17

Air date: 2018-11-12

Mark wants a weekend boy's toy with power, speed, and muscle...but his wife must like it too! Elo and Rebecca are up to the challenge.

E18

Episode 18

Air date: 2018-11-12

Daniela and Mike are a happy couple...except when it comes to cars. She wants a convertible head-turner and he wants an everyday car. Can Elo and Rebecca sort it out?

E19

Episode 19

Air date: 2018-11-19

Stay-at-home dad Jason has four options put before him by Rebecca and Elo. Sporty and fun are his requirements, with a heavy dose of flashy too.

E20

Episode 20

Air date: 2018-11-19

Self-proclaimed Chelsea Girl Lexie needs a car for a road trip to the south of France and she has a whopping budget of £65,000 for Elo and Rebecca to play with.

Cast

Rebecca Jackson

Herself - Presenter

Elo King

Himself - Presenter

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