The BEST episodes of Car Masters: Rust to Riches
Every episode of Car Masters: Rust to Riches ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Car Masters: Rust to Riches!
The colorful crew at Gotham Garage overhauls an eclectic collection of cars and trucks, trading up to a showstopper they can sell for big bucks.
#1 - Back to the Future
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/14/2018
The crew hustles to complete its ambitious upgrade of a 1955 Futura in time for a big auto show. Has Gotham Garage finally landed its six-figure car?
#2 - Petersen Built
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/27/2020
The crew collectively weighs the opportunity of a lifetime — one that entails a great deal of prestige, but comes at a hefty cost.
#3 - Deal with It
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/27/2020
As Mark overhauls a 1947 military-style Dodge Power Wagon, Shawn finds himself in the driver’s seat when he surveys buyers for a 1960 Plymouth XNR.
#4 - Frank'N'Bus
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/14/2018
Shawn locates an unconventional option for the bus engine but struggles to find a potential buyer. The crew gets some help from a hot-rod icon.
#5 - Life-Size
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/14/2018
The team aims to bring some Hot Wheels dreams to life in order to trade up for a rare Lincoln Futura replica. Shawn tries to rein in Mark’s impulses.
#6 - The Crow
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/27/2020
Mark and Shawn finally make progress on a big deal. The crew fixes up a jalopy for a local race, then dives in to upgrade a legit vintage race car.
#7 - Going, Going... Gone?
Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/4/2021
The crew gets creative when social distancing hurts their hopes for a big payday. But Mark's high price demands may end up costing them even more.
#8 - Proof of Concept
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/4/2021
Mark's Hayabusa hopes are tied to his take on a Prius. Shawn tries to generate buzz ahead of an auction, but a real-world roadblock gets in his way.
#9 - Something Borrowed, Something Renewed
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/27/2020
As Shawn tries to rectify a deal gone bad, he pushes Mark to take on a sentimental project. The garage gets a chance to impress a splashy new client.
#10 - Two for the Money
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/14/2018
The team members race to beat the clock in pursuit of a six-figure car. Mark's quest for a shop truck brings up meaningful memories.
#11 - Doubling Down
Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/23/2024
The garage snags two Ferraris at a steal, but client expectations strain creativity. Mark rolls the dice on a '32 Ford Roadster build for a casino.
#12 - Tomorrow's Throwback
Season 6 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/23/2024
Mark shares his vision for the shop's future as the crew begins a "Magnum P.I."-inspired build. Later, Shawn tries to secure two legendary Hollywood cars.
#13 - A Green New Deal
Season 6 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/23/2024
Tony builds a biodiesel conversion system for an eco-friendly Humvee. Mark revisits a project inspired by childhood memories of his father.
#14 - Hot Tub Time Machine
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/4/2021
As Mark presses to finish the hot-tub car and fulfill a commitment to some friends, Shawn persuades him to upgrade a vintage Ford pickup as insurance.
#15 - Electric Drag
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/27/2020
With the new shop open for business, the Gotham crew upgrades a 1953 Buick Special and then attempts a first: converting a gas engine to electric.
#16 - A Bit of a Stretch
Season 6 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/23/2024
A whiskey maker's urgent request comes with a big payoff. Mark and Shawn spot a '70 Camaro SS at Dangerous Dan's salvage yard and try to strike a deal.
#17 - Totaled Disaster
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/27/2020
After suffering a massive setback, the crew focuses on flipping a souped-up motorcycle for some cash and finding their next great trade-up car.
#18 - The Salvage Card
Season 6 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/23/2024
The garage works overtime to satisfy a client and save a Jaguar XK-E trade. A deal for a '78 Ferrari 308 causes friction in the workplace.
#19 - Junkyard Jewels
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/14/2018
Shawn and Mark get a sweet haul in a trade. Tony and Caveman tag-team a 1956 Chevy truck as Constance takes on a vintage VW microbus.
#20 - Later, Vaydor
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/27/2020
Shawn pursues the pieces he needs for a big trade while Mark puts his stamp on a kit car. The garage is treated to a surprise visitor: Caveman’s mom.
#21 - Life of the Party Bus
Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/27/2022
After losing money on a build, the Gotham crew gets back to doing what they do best by turning a 1954 Army ambulance into a blinged-out party bus.
#22 - The Future is Now
Season 6 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/23/2024
A custom McLaren build puts Nick in a tough spot as Mark continues to fight for creative freedom. The team takes an iconic car back to the future — again.
#23 - Brotherly Love
Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/27/2022
A broker representing a wealthy client shows interest in the yet-to-be-sold concept car combo. Later, Caveman pitches the crew on a project for a pal.
#24 - Dumpster Divin'
Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/27/2022
Eager to make some cash, the crew gets to work on two projects: creating a rat rod from scratch and making a customer's Elite Laser 917 race-worthy.
#25 - Motorboatin'
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/27/2020
Mark pushes more boundaries with his next two upgrades: overhauling a minivan so it’s fit for rock stars and giving the Corvette treatment to a boat.