Bitchin' Rides
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11 Seasons · 160 Episodes · Premiered September 2, 2014 · Ended June 11, 2025
Dave Kindig, owner and operator of Kindig-It Design in Salt Lake City, Utah turns out one-of-a-kind vehicles for his demanding (and sometimes famous) clientele. In Velocity's Bitchin' Rides, viewers will see Kindig and his team working on all types and periods of cars. From rendering and design to building and restoring, viewers see vehicles being made from the ground up before being revealed to the car's owner.
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Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
10 episodes
E01
Grandma's Ride Gets Revived
Wed, Sep 3 2014 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A 1934 Dodge, a 1967 Impala and a 1948 Ford pickup truck are featured in the opener of this series, in which custom vehicles are designed and built at a garage in Salt Lake City.
E02
There's an Ass for Every Seat
Wed, Sep 10 2014 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Wrenches are turning in overdrive as the Kindig-It crew grinds on a '53 Ford Pickup, but a flesh wound threatens to make this build a bloody mess. A '69 Camaro muscles its way through the doors for a new suspension, and a bitchin' '65 GTO rolls up.
E03
More Than One Way to Skin a Cat (and a Bird)
Wed, Sep 17 2014 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Former NFL TE Chad Lewis brings an Audi R8 Spyder to Dave for customizations that will drive up funds for his alma mater. The garage makes room for tubs and wheels on a '78 Trans Am, and Kevin gets hyped for a '70 Challenger.
E04
Mile High Rod Run
Wed, Sep 24 2014 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Kindig's reputation is on the line as the shop gears up for the biggest outdoor show of the year. Dave's plans to turn profits from a '27 Zipper into an AC for the shop goes south. The crew looks back on one of their earliest builds, a '37 Chevy.
E05
Why Haul Hay When You Can Haul Ass?
Wed, Oct 1 2014 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave hopes to transform an outdated 1953 Chevy into a modern hot rod, a 1934 Ford coupe 'Kraken' needs an air ride refresh and a 1965 Ford Galaxie is taken for a major burn.
E06
The Juice is Worth the Squeeze
Wed, Oct 8 2014 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A 1933 Ford Tudor arrives for a challenging paint match, as well as interior and exterior refreshes, a 1970 Dodge Challenger is restored to its Mopar glory and Dave remembers a 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air.
E07
Lights, Cameras, Auto-Rama
Wed, Oct 15 2014 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
It's all about pride as Kindig-It prepares for 72 hours of Auto-rama mania. Late nights and long hours await as the crew prepares 17 bitchin' rides for the judges' demanding eyes. And the finest '39 Buick in the West goes for a ride.
E08
The Phantom Fleetside
Wed, Oct 22 2014 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The Kindig crew attempts to make history, as they produce a truck that does not exist. Never before has a 1950 style Fleetside been built, but Dave thinks he's created the design of a lifetime. Custom tubs upgrade a '72 Cuda and the Boss arrives.
E09
A Future What?
Wed, Oct 29 2014 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A former client brings in a project that may blow the doors off the building. Kindig It spends a year restoring a rare automotive treat, a 1957 GM FUTURLINER. Kevin gets a lesson in transmissions and a rare Ferrari Evo gets a light restoration.
E10
The Future Never Looked So Good
Wed, Oct 29 2014 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The most extensive build in Kindig's history is coming in for a landing. After more than 50,000 man-hours, and 5,000 parts the FUTURLINER makes its debut. Is this Dave's finest hour? A Bel-Air gets a new top and Dave recalls the build of a VW bus.
Season 2
12 episodes
E01
Baby Needs a New Pair of Shoes
Wed, Sep 30 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave has his hands full trying to locate & build a 1959 Buick Invicta. This build pushes the shop to the max & back, and even to a Foundry straight out of medieval times. Double trouble comes in the form of twin 2014 Audis looking for some styling cues.
E02
Blue Suede Shoes
Wed, Oct 7 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The Invicta build finally comes to a show-ready end after many challenges, including the most ambitious interior job the shop has ever attempted. Dave gets down and dirty on a 1970 Mustang that comes in to get its driveline unbundled.
E03
Clean Up on Aisle '32
Wed, Oct 14 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The Kindig crew must deal with the mess of a ‘32 Roadster when it comes in with problem after problem from another shop, while also trying to rescue a ‘40 Coupe. Wild Bill's 32 Roadster rides again and Dave's dune buggy goes missing.
E04
Just Cuz You Can, Doesn't Mean You Should
Wed, Oct 21 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A ‘94 Impala arrives for a modern upgrade, but the shop will have to up their game to bring this police cruiser up to date. A purple ‘69 Mustang challenges the mechanical know-how of the shop and metal fabricator Kris shows off an original Hot Rod.
E05
Orange is the New Orange
Wed, Oct 28 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A '54 Ford straight off the farm gets turned into a lean, mean hot rodding milk machine, while a new Challenger gets some retro Mopar updates. Will takes a vintage Chopper for a burn and Kevin puts his stamp on the shop.
E06
From Malibu to the Mailboost
Wed, Nov 4 2015 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A client with a massively powerful '64 Malibu rolls into Kindig-It-Design to catch the rest of the outdated car up to all the power under the hood. The crew gets a 1973 'Cuda ready to swim and Dave gets behind the wheel of a '72 Datsun.
E07
This is Gonna Be a Challenge
Wed, Nov 4 2015 3:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The newest member of the Kindig team is put to the test modifying the hood of a 2013 Mr. Norm's Challenger & Dave wants to make sure his newest employee is up to it. A '48 Studebaker gets a new rear suspension that will tear the flames right off the truck.
E08
Double Trouble
Wed, Nov 11 2015 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Muscle Car fans rejoice as not one but two classic '69 Camaros get the full Bitchin' Rides treatment. A white Camaro gets completely customized, while a green Camaro purchased on the web turns into a bigger project than the customer bargained for.
E09
Fore!
Wed, Nov 18 2015 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave and Kevin tee off on one of the most unique projects to ever come in the Kindig-It door, and a '67 Nova purchased off the internet comes in with a lot of holes to fill.
E10
Why Wouldn't Ya?
Wed, Nov 25 2015 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave digs out a rusty '68 Chevelle from the bowels of the shop, and comes up with a plan to make this car a Bitchin' Ride. A '55 Bel Air cruises into Kindig-It-Design for a chassis swap.
E11
Copper, Copper, Copper
Wed, Dec 2 2015 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
An iconic 1960 Cadillac is brought in for an overhaul but Dave needs some convincing as the client has dreams of turning his pride and joy into a copper hot rod. A rare one-off 2010 Camaro arrives for repairs and the guys take a look back at '72 Bronco.
E12
The Copper Caddy
Wed, Dec 2 2015 3:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A year and a half of metal grinding, panel matching, and a whole lot of copper all come together as the "Copper Caddy" is finished for its show-stopping debut.
Season 3
12 episodes
E01
That's Not an Engine...That's a Kevdogg
Wed, Oct 12 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Don Heidt has been scouring the country for a rare 1952 Pontiac that he wants Dave Kindig to turn into a Bitchin Ride. He's finally found one, but as the guys dig into the car they find something lurking beneath the metal that threatens the whole build.
E02
Mischief
Wed, Oct 12 2016 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The 52 Pontiac rumbles to a conclusion as the team struggles to get the trim, paint and upholstery just right. Dave and Kevin pull out all the stops getting this Pontiac in cruising shape for Don. Dave adds custom graphics to a 2014 Challenger.
E03
If Your Car Ain't Turning You On, Get Another One
Wed, Oct 19 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A 1969 Camaro arrives at Kindig It Design, to be completed, and the owner has a very specific mission for Dave and the crew. The upholstery shop is challenged to repair a worn out convertible top, and body man Brandon brings his bitchin ride into the shop.
E04
The Bitchin' Gasser
Wed, Oct 26 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The shop takes on a new challenge in the form of building a gasser race car, that is if Dave and the client can agree on a color. Dave preps a 2012 pickup truck for his teenage son, who had a little bad luck with his first car.
E05
We Can Work This Out
Wed, Nov 2 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
After 3 years of sitting around Dave gets to work fixing up a 1972 Bronco he purchased to build and sell. Justin thinks Dave needs to rethink his color choices, while Nick struggles to get the engine purring.
E06
It's a Super Car Farm Truck...Duh?
Wed, Nov 16 2016 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Kindig It Design is in full swing as a farm 1955 F-100 arrives from Miami. Dave wants to do a radical re-design including a custom hourglass shaped bed, extended cab, and sleek grill, but the client has his own opinions on the interior.
E07
The F Five OHHHHHHH
Wed, Nov 23 2016 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Otto Vega's Ford 150 crosses the finish line, and the guys scramble to get the exhaust, the color of the car and the engine just right. There's a ton of work going into this super car farm truck, but will Otto like the color Dave picked for the interior?
E08
It's Like 1929 in Here
Wed, Nov 30 2016 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave goes out on a limb buying a 1929 Roadster that he wants to fix up and flip, but Kevin fears he's bought another lemon. Kris tackles an engine that won't cooperate and hopes a two-dollar fix will solve a million dollar problem.
E09
Back to Basics
Wed, Dec 7 2016 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave Kindig started his career in cars working on Volkswagon's in his garage, and in this episode he purchases a 1962 VW Bus to restore, re-upholster and flip. A Kindig classic, the 1968 Boss Mustang arrives for some upgrades.
E10
De-pimp My Ride, Please!
Wed, Dec 14 2016 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A 2014 Jaguar with only 50 miles and a history of bad luck, arrives at Kindig where its luck is about to change. Handicap golf pro Dennis Walters wants Dave to suicide his doors, repaint the car and de-pimp his ride.
E11
Anyone Know Where I Can Find a Bitchin' Ride?
Wed, Dec 21 2016 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Bob Cimon has come all the way from Massachusetts to get himself a Bitchin Ride, and Dave is more than happy to turn a stock 68 Camaro into one. Dave comes up with a revolutionary way to customize parts, but will his grand plan work?
E12
Nomad? No Way!
Wed, Dec 28 2016 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
After 2 shops and many stops and starts, a 1955 Nomad is ready to go all the way. Dave and the crew have their biggest task of the year getting the warped metal back into the shape, the body work just right, and the paint to pop.
Season 4
16 episodes
E01
New Season, New Headache
Wed, Oct 4 2017 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 that has not seen the road since 1957, gets revived. An original FE engine, modified bumpers and some insights from Kevin make this build one to remember. In addition, a father & son challenge the team to make their engines roar.
E02
Mint Condition
Wed, Oct 4 2017 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The Fairlane build comes to a conclusion, as the car is bodyworked, painted, assembled and upholstered. The old school engine is a favorite of the guys, but getting it fired and working properly has the whole team scratching their heads
E03
It Sounds Bitchin'. Let's Make It Look Bitchin'
Wed, Oct 11 2017 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A '69 Camaro has a new owner who wants to finish off the build, with a new front valance, rear spoiler and fresh paint. Dave's graphic skills shine as he puts a new spin on a classic. A 1964 Mustang with mechanical issues gets a Bitchin upgrade.
E04
The One Where Nick Gets Arrested
Wed, Oct 18 2017 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The team set their sights on Pleasanton, CA. where they will be attending a major car show and the competition is fierce. To get to the show they need to get a Chevelle road ready for its owner that is if the whole staff isn't arrested.
E05
The Supernova
Wed, Oct 25 2017 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
16 years in the making, Kindig It Design is finally finishing the '67 Nova. Looks can be deceiving however, as the car looks pretty stock on the outside, but underneath the hood is a unique power station. Will it be powerful enough for the client?
E06
Land of 10,000 Bitchin' Rides
Wed, Nov 1 2017 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Kevin and Dave gear up for the biggest car show in America-Back to the 50's, where once a year over 10,000 cars descend on St. Paul, MN. The 1929 roadster, is given away to one lucky contestant as Dave runs a sweepstakes to raise money for charity.
E07
That's One Bitchin' Grocery Getter
Wed, Nov 8 2017 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Repeat client and collaborator Ron Meis has a new project for Kindig It and it's right in Dave's wheelhouse, a 1927 Shadow Rod. Dave has some new tricks up his sleeve, as a brand new 2017 Bentley Bentayga gets some bitchin' styling upgrades.
E08
I Blew Your Inheritance on a Bitchin' Ride
Wed, Nov 15 2017 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Tad Leach is hell bent on getting his dream car built by Kindig It Design. A rare 1955 Lincoln Continental is the new challenge for the shop, and Dave is going big on this build. The upholstery shop updates the seats and headliner on a rare 1969 McLaren.
E09
A Lincoln Legend
Wed, Nov 22 2017 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
With approval from "THE BOSS," the continental build continues. A custom blue color, massive V 12 engine, and the green light from a living legend officially make this car a Bitchin' Ride. Dave wants a new car hauler and enlists RMD garage to help.
E10
On the Road Again
Wed, Nov 29 2017 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave and Kevin take the show on the road to Loveland, CO where they hope to capture a major award for the Copper Caddy and Mischief, a 1952 Pontiac. But before they leave, a 1966 Chevelle rolls into the shop for upholstery and an engine upgrade.
E11
A Family Affair
Wed, Dec 6 2017 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The entire Kindig family is working hard to give Charity's father the retirement gift of a lifetime: converting a ‘57 Corvette into a Bitchin' Ride. Getting the kids motivated to help is easier said than done. A '67 Malibu gets a Bitchin' AC repair.
E12
It's Getting Hot in Here
Wed, Dec 13 2017 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The last car show of the season has arrived and the shop is pulling out all the stops to take home the gold. The Fairlane and the Nomad get extra attention and Dave and Kevin check out the best cars in Reno.
E13
If It Was Easy, Anyone Could Do It
Wed, Dec 20 2017 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A 1967 Chevelle with Great 8 Pedigree and high expectations is the next challenge for the metal masters of Kindig It Design. Dave learns the hard way that builds do not always go according to plan.
E14
The Future is Now
Wed, Dec 27 2017 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A ‘32 roadster is secretly purchased and shipped to Kindig It Design for mechanical upgrades and bitchin' styling changes. A 2004 Hummer arrives and Dave is tasked with re-designing the car, as if it we're being built in 2020.
E15
The Secret Client
Wed, Jan 3 2018 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave is tasked with finding and transforming a 1967 GTO for a secret client from South Africa. Dave buys back one of his first builds, a Karman Ghia, but doesnt know what he'll do with it when he gets it back on the road.
E16
Gt...Ohhh Hell Yeah!
Wed, Jan 10 2018 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The final details on the 1967 GTO come together to create a one of a kind masterpiece. Tanzanite blue paint, redline wheels and a custom interior complete Dave's initial vision. A chevelle arrives for a small but poignant and cool upgrade.
Season 5
14 episodes
E01
We Build Bitchin' Rides
Wed, Oct 10 2018 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave and the team at Kindig It Design start a new year with a one of a kind build they have never attempted before, a 1964 Ranchero. The car looks to have had a lot of work done, but what's underneath the metal sets the team back.
E02
24 Karat Magic
Wed, Oct 17 2018 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The Ranchero build is an epic achievement for Dave and the whole Kindig It Design team, but will the client see it the same way? And will Dave find the perfect name for the perfect car?
E03
The Little Sister
Wed, Oct 24 2018 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A Canadian father daughter team arrives to add a new Bitchin Ride to their impressive collection. Building the little sister to the 62 Safari Bus is something close to Dave's VW roots. Fresh off the showroom floor, a 2017 Cadillac CTSV.
E04
A Caldera-what?
Wed, Oct 31 2018 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
An old build is back for new customizations, an interior revamp and a new name. With Kevin headed out of town, Dave tries to sneak a new and personal project thru the doors.
E05
Fiberglass, Fiberglass and More Fiberglass
Wed, Nov 7 2018 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
One of Dave's all time favorite designs is the Mercedes Gul-Wing, and a new client arrives with a kit version of the car. But it has many flaws, which the team need to address while trying to get the car as close as they can to the original.
E06
Green for the Money
Wed, Nov 14 2018 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Every inch of the Mercedes Gul-Wing has finally been addressed and the car comes to an epic conclusion. But questions and challenges remain, which color will be just right? Will the doors actually function?
E07
The Snowball Episode
Wed, Nov 21 2018 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A '41 Chevy that has bounced around numerous shops rolls in for a quick trunk lid fix, but things very quickly go south. As if the shop wasn't busy enough, they kick off a Road Tour and the garage turns into an ER for broken down cars.
E08
The Hummer of the Future
Wed, Nov 28 2018 2:00 AM GMT+0000
120 min
A new client arrives and asks Dave to envision a future where the Hummer H2 continued to be produced and to build what he thinks that car might look like 20 years into the future. Its out with the old and in with the new, as Kevin leads the charge.
E09
Dave Kindig, Guest Judge
Wed, Dec 5 2018 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Car show season is always a big time of year for the Bitchin' Rides crew, but a show in Stockton, CA has called with an interesting request. Along with bringing some Bitchin' Rides to the show, would Dave be a judge and present a special award for the show?
E10
Where's the Gold, Paulie?
Wed, Dec 12 2018 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A car doesn't always need to be built from the ground up to be considered Bitchin', exactly the case with this 1955 Nomad. Dave and the team swap the chassis and upgrade its' performance, which will give this car the edge it was missing.
E11
Veruca Violet
Wed, Dec 19 2018 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A Corvette enthusiast has brought his 1963 Corvette to the right place. The car's had some work done, but he wants a huge LS X engine, a larger transmission, he wants to ditch the side pipes and developing a one-of-a-kind, stand-out paint color.
E12
Little Red Corvette
Wed, Jan 9 2019 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Lloyd was born in 1962 and his dream is to have something old, but in good shape just like himself. Dave's biggest challenge is to stretch the car 4 inches to give more room for driving, moving the gas tank and a few other necessary improvements.
E13
The Last Mopar
Wed, Jan 23 2019 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
4 years ago, Vinnie Massaro, brought his Charger to Kindig It Design looking for some minor improvements, and what he got absolutely blew him away. Now he's back to build the biggest, baddest, Mopar on the planet.
E14
The Bitchin' Coronet
Wed, Jan 30 2019 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The 1967 Coronet build continues as the metal work comes to an end and the car moves into the paint booth. Vinnie wanted to go all out on this build and Dave has done some of his most innovative design work to date.
Season 6
14 episodes
E01
Finish What You Start
Thu, Sep 26 2019 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Delayed by numerous issues and setbacks, the 1941 Chevy is finished in the metal shop and ready for paint. Fresh paint, new wiring and custom interior take this problem build to the next level.
E02
Getting Jiggy with it
Thu, Oct 3 2019 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
C-10's are all the rage these days, and the team Kindig is adding their own touches to finish this truck off properly. From a tubbed bed to slivered Camaro bumpers, Dave makes subtle but groundbreaking changes to a classic.
E03
The Last Frontier Cuda
Thu, Oct 10 2019 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A road warrior from Alaska arrives at the shop to add some improvements to an already solid build. To enhance performance, a new exhaust and tips are custom fabricated as well as a new set of wheels, tires and a custom interior.
E04
Car Show to the Stars
Thu, Oct 17 2019 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Prior to the annual classic car show in Los Angeles, the guys need to shake down a 1962 Corvette and make some design adjustments to a '55 Mercedes Gullwing. Kevin hunts for new ideas, rare finds and maybe some Hollywood stars.
E05
Cut, Replace, Repeat
Thu, Oct 24 2019 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A simple yet classy Pontiac Tempest arrives for a ground-up build. From the outside, it looks like the team can get right to the customizing, but after the car is completely stripped, things are more complicated.
E06
Temptress
Thu, Oct 31 2019 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The Pontiac Tempest build continues as bodywork wraps up and Dave has designed a killer new color. Kevin shows off his powder-coating skills, and the client has a tough decision to make on the color combo for the interior.
E07
The Do-It-Yourself Nova
Thu, Nov 7 2019 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The pieces that have arrived at the shop are allegedly for a Nova, but the only thing recognizable is the body. The challenge will be to piece the car back together and get the body ready so the client can paint it himself.
E08
It's 1200 Miles to Columbus and We've Got a Trailer Full of Bitchin' Rides
Thu, Nov 21 2019 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave and Kevin take the '67 Coronet, '55 Gullwing and '63 Corvette to a car show in Chicago, where they'll compete for street rod of the year. The cars need to complete a road course and be judged on the appointments of the build.
E09
Dave's New Toy
Thu, Nov 28 2019 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave loves anything VW, and he finds a deal for a rare Transporter pickup that is too good to pass up. With a few modifications, he will finish the build, but then his real dilemma begins - whether to keep it or auction it.
E10
Lean Mean Green Machine
Thu, Dec 5 2019 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave has a challenge on his hands restoring a 1964 Cadillac to its original condition while adding modern updates. Parts are scarce and the car's current state leaves a lot to restore.
E11
Back Again...
Thu, Dec 19 2019 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A Karmann Ghia aficionado wants some very specific upgrades for his new purchase. Custom trim, wheels, lowered stance, new paint and new upholstery are some of the items that will give this car a new lease on life.
E12
Updating a Classic
Thu, Jan 9 2020 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A beauty of a car from Kindig's past arrives back in the shop for an engine upgrade. Dave and Kevin make a trip to Detroit to see the latest technology at Lingenfelter engine builders and check out the Woodward Dream Cruise.
E13
Stop and Go
Thu, Jan 23 2020 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A client wants his '48 GMC to be Dave's baddest build ever, but when he throws Dave a curveball, it threatens the entire project. Celebrating 20 years in business, Kindig-lt hosts a custom car show featuring a slew of past builds.
E14
Finally!
Thu, Jan 30 2020 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave has finally secured a buyer for the '48 GMC truck. He's a truck nut who wants to finish the build properly, with a color change, custom trim and new interior design. Hopefully, the guys can pick up right where they left off.
Season 7
14 episodes
E01
Easy Does It
Thu, Oct 22 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A returning client is back with another classic, a 1965 Mustang Fastback. He likes to keep a stock look, but with updated drivetrain and modern amenities.
E02
Let The Chef Cook
Thu, Oct 29 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave and the crew start on a 1966 Corvette, but one major challenge lies ahead for Dave the designer - he is up against a client who is adamant that he doesn't want the color of the car to be anywhere close to the original that it came in.
E03
Let's Make Green Great Again
Thu, Nov 5 2020 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
After some intense development, the client is happy with the shade of green Dave has concocted. But will he fall for it when he sees it in on the car?
E04
Fireproof
Thu, Nov 12 2020 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
After recovering from a terrible accident where his '32 Ford caught fire, a local business owner wants to see the car fixed as well. Diagnosing the fire damage and what caused it is job #1. Plus, a 1967 Mustang arrives with a nasty engine vibration.
E05
Just a Couple Heres and Theres
Thu, Nov 19 2020 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A 1964 Corvette arrives at the shop for a simple repaint. But the build quickly careens into much more with new wheels and a whole new interior.
E06
Thank You For Your Service
Thu, Dec 3 2020 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
An active-duty serviceman has spent years working with his father to get their 1951 Ford pickup built. They are ready to get it finished once and for all, and the crew will stretch the cab, redesign the front end and add Kindig's patented hourglass bed.
E07
Unfinished Business
Thu, Dec 10 2020 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The 1951 Ford pickup is painted and ready for final assembly. The team encounters problem after problem trying to get it ready for a serviceman who is returning from a year away in a war zone.
E08
Once in a Lifetime
Thu, Dec 17 2020 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
From an early age, Dave Kindig would cut up hot wheels, mixing and matching parts to create his own cars. 20-plus years later, he has decided that the time is right to design his own concept car from scratch.
E09
It's Alive!
Thu, Dec 24 2020 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
All the Concept Corvette's elements are built and assembled, but to call the experiment a success, Dave needs to find a buyer. Also, a rock 'n' roll icon brings his 1934 Ford coupe to the shop to complete a project 25 years in the making.
E10
Fastback Fever
Thu, Jan 14 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave designs a Mustang for the ages to compete in the Optima Challenge, which involves running the car on track as well as in a traditional car show. The build includes a new front facia and hood, tucking in the bumpers and redesigning the rear end.
E11
Challenge Complete
Thu, Jan 21 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The 1965 Mustang makes its way thru the metal shop and is now ready for paint and final assembly. However, this is one of the more intricate cars the shop has ever built and making it function will test even the Kindig crew.Â
E12
Back From the Dead
Thu, Feb 11 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
An abandoned '67 C10 build that has been sitting in the back of the shop for years has been sold to a client. He wants a few new touches, and everything is looking aces until a closer inspection reveals more work under the surface that needs to be done.
E13
That's Never Been Done
Thu, Feb 18 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
With the C10's body issues solved, Dave convinces the client to make the truck into a convertible. Fabricator Will Lockwood will have to figure out how. Plus, Kevin takes on a personal project, slamming a Cadillac Escalade on a new chassis design.
E14
The Convertible C-10
Thu, Feb 25 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
So far, the engineering behind the convertible C10 works in theory, but making it works in practice is the next step. A father-daughter team bring in a replica 1967 Cobra that is having engine trouble, but Kindig's new dyno is ready to save the day.
Season 8
14 episodes
E01
'Mueller? 'Mueller?
Wed, Oct 6 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Of all the different years and generations of the VW Bug, there is one that stands out among the rest -- the Hebmueller. There are maybe 200 of them left, so in addition to being hard to find, they are truly the holy grail of VWs.
E02
The Holy Grail, But Customized
Wed, Oct 13 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The build continues, and the challenge is to keep what makes the car a Hebmueller intact, while taking bold steps to turn it into a hot rod. Dave keeps the traditional two-tone exterior, but modifying it to an automatic is a hugh test for the shop.
E03
Meet Judge Kevdogg
Wed, Oct 20 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Normally when Kindig-It Design attends a car show, their cars are the ones being judged. But this time around, Dave and Kev hold the keys and will have to select the top 10 builders out of the hundreds of cars that arrive for the show.
E04
Restorations? We're Talking 'Bout Restorations?
Wed, Oct 27 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave's clients have owned a car since they got married 25 years ago and want it restored so they can enjoy it for another 25. While the shop isn't really into straight restorations, adding some custom pieces and paint makes them "say yes" to the project.
E05
It's a Barn Door Deluxe, of Course
Wed, Nov 3 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Once again, Dave is thrilled with the latest build, while KevDogg is barely lukewarm. Dave has done double-cab VW's, Bugs and Karmann Ghias, but now he is taking on something completely different -- and even more rare.
E06
The Big Brother
Wed, Nov 10 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Matching the two-tone paint job is the challenge of the day as the '53 Barn Door Deluxe build carries on. Custom trim, a new, more powerful engine, 22 windows and a custom interior all come together to make this surprise worth the wait.
E07
Who Gets Number One?
Wed, Nov 17 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave and the guys at Kindig-It proved they could execute Dave's vision of his production Corvette, but now that a few have sold, they have to get them completely finished. The buyers vying for car #1 are a true Corvette aficionado and his best friend.
E08
Introducing the Kindig CF1
Wed, Nov 24 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
In a special 100th episode, Dave and the team put the finishing touches on the first-ever Kindig CF Corvettes to complete a lifelong dream. However, the clients argue about who will get the first one, all in advance of a once-in-a-lifetime debut at SEMA.
E09
How We Got Here
Wed, Dec 1 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
For over eight years, the metal masters of Kindig-It Design have entertained audiences and inspired automotive fans. Now, Dave and Kevin make their return to the SEMA show after a year away, with an ambitious plan of bringing 10 new builds to Las Vegas.
E10
New York, New York
Wed, Dec 8 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave and Kev take the show as far east as they have ever gone and head to Lake George, New York, for the Adirondack Nationals. The entire town shuts down for this car show, attracting the best of the best on the East Coast
E11
The Pantera of the Future
Wed, Dec 15 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A 1970s Pantera is already an iconic sportscar, but once Dave gets his hands on it, the style will never be the same. The client has given Dave free rein to change the car as he sees fit, but has one request -- he is 6'4" and can't comfortably get in it.
E12
Not So Subtle
Wed, Dec 22 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The whole team agrees that the body mods are just right, but now the crew must make it a reality. Milestones like bulging out the fenders, creating a spider-shaped exhaust, executing the stretch and getting the car to body are on tap for this stage.
E13
Strawberry Rolls Forever
Wed, Dec 29 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Kindig-It Design is knee deep in a Pantera build when the owner throws a huge curveball. One of Dave's other clients is a Beatles fanatic, and he challenges Dave to paint his modern Rolls-Royce to match a car John Lennon commissioned in the late '60s.
E14
Now That Is a Bitchin' Ride
Wed, Jan 5 2022 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The Bitchin' Pantera is just about done -- paint, assembly and upholstery sound easy, but nothing is simple with this project. While the team bears down on the Pantera, Dave and Kev get an opportunity to upgrade their semi rig that's too good to pass up.
Season 9
20 episodes
E01
How Hard Can a Hardtop Be?
Wed, Oct 5 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A 1971 Chevy Nova with tremendous pedigree arrives at the shop to get classic Kindig-It styling cues; Dave wants to make this car into a hardtop; tucked-in bumpers, front valance and a new engine provide a good test for the crew.
E02
The Gentleman's Hot Rod
Wed, Oct 12 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Will makes miracles happen, and Dave decides to make a wholesale change to the car's color; challenges mount at each stage of the build, and the upholstery shop changes up their routine as the client arrives for a reveal years in the making.
E03
Just Pick a Color
Wed, Oct 19 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
While the shop perfects its process in building the CF1s, word about the car spreads and potential buyers line up; the latest client has a big problem when he can't choose the perfect color combination.
E04
Blue Suede Cruise
Wed, Oct 26 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave and Kev take the show to the Midwest, as more than 2,500 cars descend on the Summit Motorsports drag strip for a weekend of fun, Kev gets a ride in a lean, mean drag racing machine and Dave steps up his autocross game.
E05
A Bitchin' Mission
Wed, Nov 2 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A client enlists Dave on a mission from God to make his dreams of a father/son road trip along Route 66 come true; getting the client's mechanically unsound reproduction of the Bluesmobile ready for the road will test the crew's mettle.
E06
Starry Starry Night
Wed, Nov 9 2022 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
KevDogg has some crazy ideas as he leads the makeover of a semi hauler.
E07
The Kindig Academy
Wed, Nov 16 2022 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave finally realizes one of his dreams by opening the Kindig Academy.
E08
Is There Anything Good on it?
Wed, Nov 23 2022 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A '69 Camaro comes in, but Dave and the team soon determine that it requires a full rebuild. And since the team will be starting from scratch, the client decides to go all-out on the chassis, engine and every detail.
E09
Mean, Green and Bitchin'
Wed, Nov 23 2022 3:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
With the Camaro's design firmed up, the build continues but hits a roadblock when it comes to getting the engine dialed in just right. Meanwhile, Dave has second thoughts about the color combination.
E10
There's a Bolt in My Motor
Wed, Nov 30 2022 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
What starts as a simple engine repair slowly turns into a patented Kindig slippery slope, as a show-ready '35 Roadster V8 will require a full rebuild. The mechanical chops of the shop get pushed to the limit on this car.
E11
Rumble in the Rockies
Wed, Nov 30 2022 3:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The shop hits the road with their freshest builds to check out and compete against the competition. Will and Dave's cousin Brad give their "unique" views on the cars they come across, and they team up to challenge Dave in an autocross to remember.
E12
Super Charged and Super Secret
Wed, Dec 7 2022 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The team work on a 1957 Nomad to give it a boost in power.
E13
Deadliest Car
Wed, Dec 7 2022 3:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Rick Mezich ("Deadliest Catch") get Dave to work on his CF1.
E14
Hum-Dinger
Wed, Dec 14 2022 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Off-road vehicles are few and far between at the shop. This Hummer is getting a huge conversion from two-wheel drive to four-wheel, a new LS engine, interior, and a fresh paint job
E15
Everything But the Kitchen
Wed, Dec 14 2022 3:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A 1955 Bel Air comes in for a mechanical upgrade, and Dave's son needs some help with his pickup truck. While the shop is buzzing with all this activity, Dave announces they will be holding their first-annual pinewood derby competition.
E16
Concours d'Ele-Bitchin'
Wed, Dec 21 2022 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The shop has a busy week prepping for the 2022 SEMA show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Once in Vegas, Dave and Kev attend the first-ever concours d'elegance at the famous Wynn hotel and golf course, where their knowledge of cars will be pushed to its limits.
E17
Automotive Oasis
Wed, Dec 21 2022 3:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The competition at the year's last car show is steep, as the 10 best cars descend on Scottsdale, Arizona, to separate the contenders from the pretenders. Also, Dave decides to restock his toolbox with help from his right-hand man.
E18
A Rusty Mess
Wed, Dec 28 2022 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A beat-up truck arrives at the shop, and underneath all the rust lies a hidden gem.
E19
Heavy Metal
Wed, Dec 28 2022 3:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The guys have to invest in a process to get the C10's hood just right, but the bodywork on this truck is where the art of the build comes out.
E20
The Bitchin' C10
Wed, Jan 4 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The C10 moves into final assembly, and the upholstery shop puts on their finishing touches. Getting the bed to fit perfectly and dialing in the new air ride is a challenge, and the upholstery runs into one problem after another.
Season 10
20 episodes
E01
How Do You Say Bitchin' in Italian?
Wed, Oct 4 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Good things come in small packages, and this 1967 Fiat fits the bill. Since it's not the typical car that comes in, Dave is excited by a new challenge. The build sheet includes making it a wide body, a more powerful engine, custom fender flares, and more.
E02
We've Gone Plaid
Wed, Oct 11 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A loyal Kindig-It client has decided to jump on the latest trend -- he wants Dave to build him a show-off, off-road vehicle. After they get past the rust repair, it'll be new fender flares, engine and custom chassis for this 1974 Bronco.
E03
A Bitchin' Off-Road Warrior
Wed, Oct 11 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The Bronco's owner is lukewarm on Dave's radical idea for the interior. Dave wants to make his client happy, but must resist going too far with this build so they can actually enjoy it on dirt roads without feeling like they're beating up a museum piece.
E04
New Engine, New Headache
Wed, Oct 18 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
While maybe not the most popular of models, the Fox Body Mustang is actually making a comeback, and the one that rolls into the shop needs a lot of love. The build list calls for a huge engine upgrade, new custom wheels, suspension and exhaust.
E05
A Whole New Game
Wed, Oct 18 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave has been interested in dipping his feet in the electric car world, and with his CF1s providing the perfect canvas. Turning this into reality will take a new level of engineering and learning a new automotive language.
E06
Benefit for the Basin
Wed, Oct 25 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave has a soft spot for all kids in need. So when a car show in Oregon that benefits the local children's charity called, Dave eagerly said yes, the guys take the rig to the show. There's a rumor that Kev may actually get a spot in the drag races.
E07
I Love it
Wed, Oct 25 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
One of KevDogg's favorite cars has arrived in the form of a stock post Bel Air, and he will lead the charge on the build. When Kev's pride and joy takes a turn for the worse, he enlists the help of a local dealer to help him get back on the road.
E08
Kevin Hart's Challenger
Wed, Nov 1 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Kevin Hart's latest project is in the works, and every square inch of the automobile is being personalized, from a futuristic front and back end overhaul to minor but significant adjustments to the rear window and fenders.
E09
I Hart Challengers
Wed, Nov 1 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Kevin Hart's Challenger fabrication is complete, and Dave is now incorporating his futuristic idea into the dash and interior. This client, who demands perfection, will receive a fresh, bespoke color, exquisite bodywork, and seamless assembly.
E10
Truck Heaven
Wed, Nov 8 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
It's no secret that while Kev can appreciate cars of all shapes, deep down, he's a truck guy through and through. So when a truck show comes through town, KevDogg shows Dave what is what with all the great builds that have descended on Salt Lake.
E11
The Outlaw Porsche
Wed, Nov 8 2023 3:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave's latest client wants him to outlaw a Porsche 356 A, which means a ton of modifications, including smoothed-out bumpers, louvered deck lid, through-the-hood fuel filler and more. But this will be a Bitchin' Outlaw and have the Kindig touch.
E12
No Regrets
Wed, Nov 15 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Charity, Dave's wife, drove the wheels off her '67 Chevelle in high school. When the couple first started their business, they sold their car in the intention of eventually purchasing another. That day has arrived, and the crew is hard at work getting everything ready for Charity's birthday.
E13
Labor of Love
Wed, Nov 15 2023 3:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The Chevelle survives paint and enters the assembly section, where it is brought back to life. New upholstery provides the automobile the much-needed boost it need, and Dave is once again the family hero.
E14
The Next-Gen CF1
Wed, Nov 22 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
64 min
Since launching the project in 2021, Dave Kindig's CF1 has been a smashing success. Never one to rest on his laurels, Dave has decided it's time to move on to the next generation of the car, and this one will be adding the option of a Carson top.
E15
On the Road Again
Wed, Nov 29 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
KevDogg and Dave take the rig to the Triple Crown of Rodding show in Nashville. This is one of the few shows they've attended in the South, and they are chomping at the bit to check out all of the local builders, and get into some shenanigans.
E16
A Week in the Life
Wed, Dec 6 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A week in the life of a shop like Kindig-It Design is a mix of beauty and chaos. A look at one week includes multiple stories of what actually happens behind the scenes of the show, along with all the projects underway that week.
E17
A Classic and a Unicorn
Wed, Dec 13 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A '55 Bel Air arrives, and right off the bat, problems ensue. While the shop is bustling, a unicorn project arrives in the form of a new Lambo, with a client who wants to reconfigure the top.
E18
7 Cars, 4 Days, 1 Bitchin' Event
Wed, Dec 20 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The business is preparing for the annual SEMA Show in Las Vegas, and Dave will be bringing seven cars this year. The guys have a chance to check out some of the new builds at the event once the cars are ready, set in their booths, and the show is up and running.
E19
The Bitchin' Bel Air
Wed, Dec 27 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
From the outside, this '57 Bel-Air has all the markings of a classic, but a closer inspection reveals rust in the rockers, sloppy gaps and damaged trim. While fixing up the obvious, the customer also wants a bigger engine, which means a lot of other work.
E20
The Color Question
Wed, Jan 3 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Dave tries to come up with a one-of-a-kind color that incorporates the client request to get purple into the build. Body work, assembly and some nifty mechanical work get this car in great condition, but the interior needs a complete overhaul.
Season 11
14 episodes
E01
The Outlaw
Thu, Mar 13 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
45 min
The shop is finally ready to take the Outlaw Porsche to its conclusion.
E02
The Outlaw - Part 2
Thu, Mar 20 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
The team finishes the 1956 Porsche for its debut at the SEMA show.
E03
The Souped-Up Beach Cruiser
Thu, Mar 27 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
A friend wants Dave to turn a 1950s VW Bug into a glorified beach cruiser.
E04
In a Land Down Under
Thu, Apr 3 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
Dave and Kev jump at the chance to host a car show in Adelaide, Australia.
E05
100 Years, 100 Changes
Thu, Apr 10 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
Two new projects both look good at first, a '33 Roadster and a '68 Camaro.
E06
Red Rocket
Thu, Apr 17 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
The '33 Roadster's hard top hits a roadblock in the upholstery shop.
E07
British Racing CF1
Thu, Apr 24 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
The crew builds a CF1 with the features of a vintage '60s British race car.
E08
New Year, New Vette
Thu, May 1 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
The crew eagerly jumps into modifying every inch of a '58 Corvette.
E09
Two-Fer
Thu, May 8 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
The '58 Corvette's owner wants to top off his collection with a custom CF1.
E10
It's Always Sunny in Florida
Thu, May 15 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
For the first time ever, Dave and Kev auction off one of their CF1s.
E11
Back in the Club
Thu, May 22 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
Dave takes on a VW that's a heap of rusty parts and a broken-down engine.
E12
New York State of Mind
Thu, May 29 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
Dave and Kev are back East checking out the Syracuse Nationals car show.
E13
The Blue Boat
Thu, Jun 5 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
E14
Stay Bitchin'
Thu, Jun 12 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
44 min
Cast
Dave Kindig
as Host