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After years of searching, Mike has finally found the ultimate 1980s hot hatch, the Renault 5 GT Turbo. He now wonders whether Elvis can restore the car in time for the new owner's birthday, delivering the prized vehicle on schedule.

The episode titled “1987 Renault 5 GT Turbo” is a standalone instalment of a programme that follows car‑restoration projects. It is presented as an episode‑type entry in the series, focusing on a single vehicle from the 1980s. In this particular instalment, Mike finally tracks down what he believes to be the ultimate hot hatch from the era – a Renault 5 GT Turbo. After years of hunting, he secures the car and then turns to Elvis, the workshop’s lead mechanic, to see whether the restoration can be completed before the new owner’s birthday. The narrative centres on the practical challenge of bringing a classic hatchback back to life under a strict deadline. Elvis’s task is to repair, refurbish and return the Renault 5 to a road‑worthy condition, all while keeping the surprise intact for the owner’s upcoming celebration. The episode builds its tension around the ticking clock, asking viewers if Elvis will manage to finish the work in time for the birthday. The story therefore hinges on whether the restoration can be wrapped up before the special day, providing a clear goal for the characters involved.