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Modern Wheels or Classic Steals
Overview
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.
Status
Returning Series
Network
U&Dave
Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
Episodes
Episode 1
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Episode 10
George's wife wants him to buy another Land Rover. Can Elo's Morgan or Rebecca's Bentley sway him into something sexier?
Episode 11
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?
Episode 12
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?
Episode 13
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.
Episode 14
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!
Episode 15
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.
Episode 16
Three buyers need one perfect 4x4...two of them are dogs! Can Elo and Rebecca meet their cute, canine requirements?
Episode 17
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.
Episode 18
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?
Episode 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.
Episode 20
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.
Top Cast
Rebecca Jackson
Herself - Presenter
Elo King
Himself - Presenter
