Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic

Ant intends to restore and sell a 1980 Triumph Dolomite Sprint, hoping the proceeds will kick‑start the renovation of his farmhouse. Yet he is concerned that any rust damage could eat into the significant profit he expects from the sale.

Dolomite Sprint is a programme presented as an episode‑length feature. It falls under the broader genre of episodic television, focusing on a single, self‑contained story rather than a serial narrative. The title references the classic car at the centre of the plot, signalling that the vehicle itself will drive the action. The episode follows Ant, who believes that refurbishing and then selling a 1980 Triumph Dolomite Sprint could provide the financial boost needed to get his farmhouse renovation off the ground. His plan hinges on the car’s restoration being successful enough to attract a buyer willing to pay a price that will cover the building work he has in mind. Ant’s optimism is tempered by the reality that the car suffers from rust, a problem that could eat into any profit he hopes to make. The rust not only threatens the aesthetic appeal of the restored vehicle but also poses a potential cost that may diminish the final sale price. The central tension of the story therefore rests on whether Ant can overcome the rust issue and secure a tidy return, or if the corrosion will ultimately erode the financial gains he’s counting on for his farmhouse project.