The American Pickers franchise has built its brand on the patient hunt for rusty gold, but this week’s “Best Of” compilation cuts right to the chase. In an episode titled “Wheel of Dreams,” airing Wednesday on History, Mike and Frank sidestep the usual assortment of oil cans and circus banners to focus squarely on high-value automotive finds. The result is an hour that feels less like a meandering road trip and more like a direct deposit of motorhead fan service.
At the center of the episode is a significant discovery: a trio of vintage Porsches, languishing and in need of serious attention, with a collective valuation of around $30,000. This multi-car find alone would be enough to anchor an episode, but the hits keep coming. A barn-find Corvette adds some American muscle to the mix, followed by the requisite pop-culture unicorn, a DeLorean, unearthed and waiting for its next chapter.
While the show’s format always hinges on the question of profitability, this collection of vehicles feels different. It’s less about the haggle and more about the historical weight of the machines themselves. The episode gathers some of the duo’s most memorable car rescues, presenting a highlight reel of horsepower and design. For anyone who tunes in specifically for the four-wheeled treasures, this hour is all signal and no noise.
American Pickers: Best Of airs Wednesday, June 18 at 9:00 PM ET on History.
