Episode
Counting Cars: Storm Chaser
Overview
The local Fox News channel is looking to update their Ford Expedition Storm Chaser in the coolest way possible. They want to turn a run-of-the-mill SUV into an all-weather mobile news unit they can also bring to schools to help kids learn about weather. The elaborate paint scheme calls for all the iconic Vegas attractions and the station's mascot, Rusty the Fox. Meanwhile, Danny and Ryan get a class in high performance driving at the Bondurant Racing School in Phoenix. And later Kevin and Roli find a rare 1956 Ford Truck with a history as outrageous as its price tag.
Details
- Series
- Counting Cars
- Season
- Season 7
- Episode
- Episode 14
- Air date
- 2017-10-17
- Runtime
- 23 min
Episode context
Storm Chaser is Episode 14 in Season 7 of Counting Cars. It aired on 2017-10-17. The runtime is 23 min.
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Episode 13: Get Your Motor Running
Danny and Shannon restore a rare 1957 Harley-Davidson Panhead prototype; while Shannon is busy returning this motorcycle to its former glory, Danny checks out some rare old cars, including a Model A Ford, a French Citroen and a 1967 Firebird.
Episode 15: Bel Air Beauty
A client wants a 1956 Chevy Bel Air, not just to remember the old days, but to drive cross country. Danny finds a red beauty, and he and the crew jump in to make her look like 1956, but drive like today. Ryan and Mike drive to a local shop to check out another classic Chevy--a fully restored 1960 Corvette. Kevin and Mike are on the hunt for a new flip and spot a rare 1963 Mercury Comet.
More episodes from this season
Episode 12: Oh My Nova
Danny helps a customer surprise his brother on his 50th birthday with a restored 1968 Chevy Nova; Danny's friend, Mike, swings by with a classic Mercury; Ryan and Shannon hit the streets to find a guy who is a true Vegas original along with his car.
Episode 16: Bonneville Bound (1)
When the vehicle holding a land speed record, The Turbinator, blew a tire at 400 MPH last year, some serious damage was done. Now that it's repaired and ready for an awesome paint job, the owners have called on Counts Kustoms to make the vehicle look as fast as it goes. Danny decides that the crew should be there in Bonneville, Utah when the Turbinator goes for the record again. Shannon and Mike have to work through a communication snafu to complete a cool paint job on an Indian Motorcycle, and Danny checks out a classic Mercury and a Rolls Royce.
Episode 11: The Amazing Z
Ryan and Kevin find a 1972 Datsun 240z, hoping Danny will fix it up and sell it before having a change of heart about keeping it; Davey Deals shows off his new muscle car, a 1969 Falcon; Ryan and Kevin pull over the driver of a restored 1953 Ford.
Episode 17: Bonneville Bound (2)
Ryan and Kevin head to the Bonneville Salt Flats to see The Turbinator, a vehicle that holds a land speed record try to break 500 MPH. Back at the shop, Davey Deals stops by to ask Danny to help him sell a classic 1951 Nash, and Mike and Paul trick out an electric bicycle that's projected to hit 100-miles-per-hour. Danny decides to put the bike to the test, pitting two wheels of electric power against the high octane horsepower of an all American Muscle car.
Episode 10: CHiPs Bike
Kevin's brother, Steve, wants a 1980 Kawasaki KZ100 motorcycle tricked out like the ones on the TV series, "CHiPs;" Steve and Danny try to keep the project a secret; Ryan and Mike pull over a 1961 Ford Falcon; Danny sets his sights on a Grand Prix.
Episode 18: Naughty Nomad
When a client rolls into Count's Kustoms with a beautiful 1955 Chevy Nomad, Danny can't help but want the car for his collection. While the owner wants a simple paint job Danny and Ryan have a hard time doing simple. They take a chance and decide to surprise the client with some Count's Kustoms style pin striping. Danny figures the Nomad's owner doesn't like how it turns out, he might just sell it! Meanwhile, Mike and Shannon find 1972 Nova in desperate need of an overhaul. Then Ryan and Shannon check out a rare Harley-Davidson dirt bike.
Episode 9: Mustang Madness
In this special episode, Reservoir Dogs star Michael Madsen asks Danny and the Counts Kustoms crew to restore a 1964 Mustang as a special surprise for his son. Meanwhile Danny transforms a classic El Camino into a high tech video gaming street machine. And if all this wasn't enough, Danny investigates a 1936 Auburn that could be worth six figures. Plus a plain jane bicycle gets the ultimate Counts Kustom's makeover.
Episode 19: Old School Camaro
When a client gives Danny free rein to customize a muscle car of his choice, Danny goes old school with a 1967 Camaro; the car is beautiful right from the start enabling Danny and his team to focus on turning it into a world class street machine.
Episode 8: Dee’s Sweet Ride
Musician Dee Snider brings a brand new BMW Z4 to the shop to be customized as an anniversary present for his wife, Suzette; however, Suzette is not happy with the finished product; Mike builds a picnic table on wheels.
Episode 7: Mighty Fine '69
When Danny gets a commission to restore a 1969 Corvette, his biggest challenge won't be bringing her back to life but rather not letting her go when he's done because this is his absolute dream car. Meanwhile, Kevin and Mike check out two classics that have been hidden in a garage for decades, and later Mike finds a rare Oldsmobile 422 that he can't wait to show Danny.