Name: Is Born Series
Released: 1999-07-01
Duration: PTfalseM
Rating: 0

Overview

The Is Born collection of Television series produced for the Discovery Channel in the UK, presented by Mark Evans. Each series follows Mark Evans through either the building or restoring of a vehicle

Is Born Series Collection

A Car Is Born: AC Cobra Pilgrim Sumo 5.7 V8 Super Car (15 Episodes)
Follow car enthusiast Mark Evans as he builds a Pilgrim Sumo 5.7 litre V8 Super-Car. Based on the Ford Sierra and and inspired by the AC Cobra from the 1960's this kit car is shown from the beginning - from finding the donor vehicle to getting the finalised car through the SVA test
A Plane Is Born: Europa XS (15 Episodes)
Follow Mark Evans as he builds a Europa XS two-seater aeroplane. Capable of flying from England to the South of France on a single tank of fuel, this kit plane is shown from the beginning - from the first look at the kit plane market through to the final test flight.
A Car Is Reborn: 1965 Jaguar Series 1 E-Type Roadster (15 Episodes)
Follow car enthusiast Mark Evans as he re-builds a 1965 Jaguar Series 1.1 E-Type Roadster. This kit car is shown from the beginning, following every aspect of the restoration process, with help and advice from experts. Subjects such as metalwork restoration and leather upholstery are discussed.
A Chopper Is Born: Rotorway Exec 162F (15 Episodes)
Follow the fortunes of Mark Evans as he begins to build a fully functioning helicopter from a home kit and develops his flying skills by attaining a helicopter rating in Arizona.
A Bike Is Born: Harley, Triumph & Trike (15 Episodes)
Series that follows the restoration of a 1942 Harley Davidson WLC, 1970 Triumph Bonneville T120R and a kit built Boom Trike. Also features interesting three wheelers such as the UK's first motorcycle and sidecar-hearse.