Car Matchmaker - Season 2
Season 2
Episodes
Driven by Design
The owner of a fashion marketing company seeks a perfectly tailored car; Spike's three ``unique, yet understated'' suggestions include a restored 1964 Lincoln Continental.
Stone's Bassist
Bassist Darryl Jones of the Rolling Stones test-drives a Mercedes, a Jaguar and a BMW during his search for a fast and refined ride.
Car for a Comedian
Spike picks up comedian and fellow Esquire host, Jay Larson, of "Best Bars in America," in a $285,000 McLaren 650s to help him find a reliable and classy second car, perfect for weekend cruising.
The Perfect Vintage
Spike takes a trip to Los Olivos, CA, in a $100,000 Aston Martin Vantage GT, to help a winemaker find a large, utilitarian vehicle that can shuttle guests around his vineyard. Under the beautiful setting of wine country, Spike shows our buyer three unique tourist haulers, including a Pinzgauer, VW pickup, and a "Uni-Dodge" - a car featured in the Academy award winning film "Argo".
Kate Plus V8
A television reporter's rental-fleet Hyundai is replaced with something more appropriate; actor Patrick Dempsey provides a lesson in speed racing.
Grill and Thrills
Spike suggests three different vehicles for a restaurateur who drives a custom Scion equipped with a sausage-making grill; Formula DRIFT driver Joon Maeng.
Hauler Back
Spike recommends a 1968 Ford Country Squire, a 2015 Subaru Outback and a 1963 Chevy C10 Stepside truck as possible vehicles for a woodworker and her husband.
Truck, Yeah!
Spike helps a construction manager find a truck to suit the needs of his growing family and business; three double-cab work trucks and an off-roading experience prove that trucks can be just as fun as they are practical.
Band on the Run
Spike helps Matt Farah of The Smoking Tire log miles on a 1996 Lexus LS 400; band Citizun desires a spacious and stylish vehicle for its next tour.
Cooking with Gas
Spike takes a sensible-minded chef to Magnus Walker's Urban Outlaw Shop for a ride in a classic Porsche.
A Hoop Dream Car
A professional basketball player seeks a new vehicle with swag and plenty of legroom; a baller from the Los Angeles Clippers shares his opinion.
Vintage Ride for an Oakland Raider
The garage of football player Donald Penn; Spike lines up a 1961 Cadillac convertible, a 1972 Buick Riviera and a 1968 Ford F-100, to add to the collection.
Car Collecting 101
A cinematographer seeks a vehicle that will hold both collectible value and camera gear; Spike's suggestions include a 1976 Ford Bronco, a 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300TD wagon and a 1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Performance Enhancement
A Los Angeles plastic surgeon is on the hunt for Spike's favorite type of car... a weekend cruiser. With a large budget of $150K, Spike shows a Dodge Viper SRT GTS, a classic 1970 Mercedes 280 SL and a 2016 Mercedes AMG GTS.
A Roman Chariot
Spike helps a tattoo artists find a replacement for his beloved Camaro that was destroyed in a recent accident. After opening the buyer's eye to the beauty of European muscle cars during a field trip to the McLaren showroom in Beverly Hills, Spike lines up three buyer three sporty and safe options, including a Bentley Continental GT, that surprisingly fits within his $60,000 budget.
Family Cool Bus
Spike suggests crossover SUVs from Volvo, Audi and Mercedes-Benz as stylish alternatives to a soccer mom who is looking to upgrade her minivan.
Hot Property
Spike suggests a Range Rover Autobiography, a Maserati Ghibli and a Mercedes-Benz E250 BlueTEC sedan as suitable options for a real-estate agent looking to upgrade her vehicle and impress her clients.
Off Road Warrior
Spike recommends a Toyota FJ Cruiser, a Land Rover LR3 and a Chevrolet Colorado to a dirt biker in search of a rugged transport vehicle.
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