Episode
Pawn Stars: High Tops
Overview
The Pawn Stars feel a jolt of history when a guy brings in the original AC motor built by Nikola Tesla. Considered one of the most important inventions of the 19th century, will they power up a high voltage deal for this national treasure, or will the negotiation run out of juice? Then, Rick and Corey check out a 1968 VW Bug convertible. Nearly restored, but with a broken motor, will Rick try to convert this busted bug into cash, or will this deal crash on arrival? And later, Chumlee nearly loses his grip when a pair of Marty McFly high tops levitates into the shop. A limited edition Nike shoe, will Chumlee tie up the deal, or will he send these kicks back to the future?
Details
- Series
- Pawn Stars
- Season
- Season 5
- Episode
- Episode 9
- Air date
- 2011-12-26
- Runtime
- 21 min
Episode context
High Tops is Episode 9 in Season 5 of Pawn Stars. It aired on 2011-12-26. The runtime is 21 min.
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Episode 8: Pony Up
The Pawn Stars gain access to classified information as a collection from former Attorney General J. Howard McGrath enters the shop. Complete with his Secret Service I.D. and some counterfeit money, will this political memorabilia be a hot sale, or land the guys in hot water? Then, Rick and Chumlee encounter a 1960's U.S. Marines vehicle called a "Mighty Mite." Capable of driving nearly submerged in water, will Rick charge into hostile territory for this all-terrain truck, or will the negotiation get mired in the mud? And later, the Old Man is off to the races when he gets his hands on an electronic horse race analyzer. Will this 1970's technology help him beat the odds, or should this gadget have been put out to pasture years ago?
Episode 10: Apocalypse Wow
The end is near for the Pawn Stars when they check out an alleged original print by Renaissance artist Albrecht Durer. Known for his depictions of the apocalypse, will the guys battle demons to capture this valuable work, or is this demonic image more than they bargained for? Then, Corey feels like a third wheel when he checks out two trike-style motorcycles in the same day. Both equipped with V8 engines, will Corey be overpowered by these tricked out machines, or will a tough negotiation "tri" has patience? And later, a guy comes in with a statue of 80's advertising icon Spuds McKenzie. Will Rick and Chumlee try to tame this party animal, or has this dog already had his day?
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Episode 7: $=MC2
The Pawn Stars try to stay focused when a limited edition photograph of Albert Einstein comes in the shop. An iconic image from the cover of Time Magazine, if the price goes up, it must come down. Then, Rick and Corey are presented with a collection of confidential documents from the Pentagon. Possibly found at a yard sale, will Rick seal the deal on these Vietnam-era reports or will this classified treasure get him into hot water? And later, the Old Man takes the day off to tour a World War II era B-17 Bomber. With Chumlee along as his driver, will these two have the guts to fly in this 65-year-old Flying Fortress, or will they chicken out and keep their feet on the ground?
Episode 11: Corey's Big Play
Take a ride with the Pawn Stars when they check out a 1924 Dodge Brothers sedan. Complete with the original wooden wheels, will the guys make a move for this piece of automotive history, or will a questionable restoration have them dodging the deal? Then, a guy drags in a 19th century ball and chain that's inside a Wells Fargo strongbox. Will Rick be able to put these rare pieces on lockdown, or will he get distracted and let them slip away? And later, Corey and Chumlee check out a Terminator "skill stop" slot machine. Will the guys save the future by defeating this terminator, or is this killer robot more than they can handle?
Episode 6: Silence of the Lambo
The Pawn Stars fasten their seat belts when a 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago speeds into the shop. Originally purchased for $400,000, will Corey keep the negotiation on track, or is this 200 mile-an-hour super car more than he can handle? Then, Rick is presented with a true one of a kind, when a guy brings in a set of Saddam Hussein's fingerprints. Taken in Baghdad by the FBI, will Rick try to capture this rare piece at all costs, or will he play this one by the book? And later, Rick and Corey check out a sterling silver Tiffany Walkman originally owned by a member of the rock band "The Who." Will the guys try to win this one for a song, or is this antiquated device worth its weight in silver?
Episode 12: Help Wanted
The Pawn Stars lock and load as a triple barreled firearm made by famous European gunsmiths blasts its way into the shop. Will the guys hold their fire on this combination rifle and shot gun, or will they pull the trigger and make a deal for the rare weapon? Then, a man drops in with a collection of antique children's toy piggy banks made of cast iron. A favorite among collectors, will these tot toys cost Rick a pretty penny, or will he save his money for a rainy day? Later, the shop is looking to hire a new broker to help cover the night shift, and Rick puts Corey and Chumlee in charge of recruiting. Will the guys be able to attract some major league talent, or will they get stuck in the minors?
Episode 5: Buyer Beware
Hat's off to the Pawn Stars, when a man brings in a signed print of Abraham Lincoln. Will Rick write off this presidential paper as an impostor or will he decide this Abe truly is honest? Then, the guys are presented with a turn of the century parade cannon. Originally used to salute Civil War veterans, will Rick pay tribute to this rare piece of ordnance, or will he rain on the seller's parade? And later, Corey and the Old Man encounter a steel mandolin from the 1940's. A bit worse for wear, does this rusty relic have a few songs left in it, or will the seller be strumming the blues?
Episode 13: Learning the Ropes
The Pawn Stars are back in school when a first edition of Henry David Thoreau's "Walden" comes into the shop. Will the guys be on the same page about this novel's value, or will the seller throw the book at them? Then, Corey focuses his sights on a 19th century rope gun. Used on ships to shoot ropes a long distance, will he try to tie this one up, or is it knot a good deal? And later, Corey and Chum conduct interviews to find the shop's newest night shift broker. Can they sift through the candidates to find a diamond in the rough, or will they bring Rick a bag full of fool's gold?
Episode 4: Looney Dunes
The Pawn Stars pray to the rock gods when a collection of unpublished photos of Jimi Hendrix blasts into the shop. Taken by Jimi's personal photographer, will Rick be able to contain his excitement and make a deal, or will he tip his hand and see the signal go from green to red? Then, the guys see history repeat itself when they check out two high-performance dune buggies in the same day. Will they jump at a chance to buy these tricked out toys, or will both deals sputter out when negotiations get stuck in the sand? And later, Rick and the Old Man check out a rare 1930's Levi's jacket. Will Rick be busting at the seams to snatch up this highly sought after denim, or is this old piece just not a good fit?
Episode 14: Smells Like Pawn Spirit
The Pawn Stars see their spirits soar when a guy brings in a Charles Lindbergh doll from the 1920s. Will the appeal of this rare toy fly over Rick's head, or will he take the pilot's seat and make a deal? Then, the shop becomes a real freak show when a guy brings in an antique poster advertising a sword swallowing act. Will Rick cough up the cash for this piece of show biz history, or will the asking price be too hard to swallow? And later, a guy comes in with a harmonica that once belonged to Aerosmith front man Steven Tyler. Played by Tyler, can they make a deal with some "Sweet Emotion," or will they tell the customer to "Walk This Way" right out of the shop?
Episode 3: Blaze of Glory
The Pawn Stars go gangster when they check out a 1937 Oldsmobile. Allegedly owned by mobster Bugsy Siegel, will the guys go to the mats over this rare luxury ride, or has this classic car seen its last drive-by? Then, a guy comes in with a genuine Olympic torch. Carried in the opening ceremonies of the 1984 summer games, will this piece burn a hole in Rick's pockets, or will a marathon negotiation make the deal flame out? And later, Rick and Chum reach for the sky when the world's smallest pistol pops into the shop. Will this tiny Austrian gun aim its way onto Rick's shelves, or fail to make a big impression?
Episode 15: Crosby, Stills and Cash
The Pawn Stars are blown away when a pair of WWII bomb fins drop into the shop. Designed to keep bombs on target, will the guys try to blast out a deal for these rare military items, or will they run for cover as the negotiation implodes? Then, Rick tries to get in tune with a guy who brings in a Martin guitar signed by 60's super group Crosby, Stills and Nash. Will Rick's offer be music to the seller's ears, or will he get nothing but feedback? And later, the guys continue their daunting search for a new employee to work the night shift. Will they pick beauty over brains or go with a safe bet?