A Car Is Born

  • : 1999
  • : 15
  • : 1
  • Discovery Channel (UK)
  • 21
  • Documentary

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Episode 1
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01, 1999
A visit to the National Kit and Performance Car Show gives Mark a chance to talk to owners and test-drive two models before visiting the factory manufacturing his design.
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Episode 2
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08, 1999
A donor car is found and disassembled.
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Episode 3
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15, 1999
The chassis arrives and the front suspension is installed.
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Episode 4
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22, 1999
The rear suspension, steering, and fuel tank go on the car.
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Episode 5
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29, 1999
Brakes are installed, then brake and fuel lines are run.
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Episode 6
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05, 1999
Disappointed with the donor engine, Mark goes shopping for a new one. The new engine and gearbox are dropped in.
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Episode 7
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12, 1999
Radiator and engine electrics are installed. Add some fluids, and fire it up!
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Episode 8
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19, 1999
Mark visits the factory to see the body being made, and begins the bodywork when his is delivered.
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Episode 9
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26, 1999
More bodywork! The doors, boot lid, gas cap, and headlights are fitted.
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Episode 10
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02, 1999
The body is back from paint. Exhaust, lights, and brightwork are bolted on.
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Episode 11
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09, 1999
The dash is assembled and installed.
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Episode 12
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16, 1999
The carpets are glued in, and the rest of the interior trim soon follows.
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Episode 13
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23, 1999
Finishing up the details. More exterior trim is added, the bonnet hinge is attached, wipers are installed, the steering wheel goes in. A soft-top is also added.
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Episode 14
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30, 1999
The car is done, but can it pass inspection?
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Episode 15
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07, 1999
Mark puts his driving skills to the test in his new car.

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