Monster Garage

Monster Garage (2002-2006)

EndedReality show

Monster Garage is a game show where a group of people who have a passion for building, modifying, or fabricating cars get the chance to create a vehicle that can transform into a completely different machine. If the build is successful, the build crew gets a tool chest with $3,400 worth of Mac tools. Later add-ons to the prize, Monster Garage soundtrack CD, and occasionally (to some of the builders who go above and beyond) a Monster Garage jacket. If the build is a failure, host Jesse James feeds it to a shredder. James got his Discovery Channel fame by being chronicled in Motorcycle Mania and Motorcycle Mania 2. In Monster Garage, he is practically involved in every build; from design, construction (or destruction), and the Monster Challenge.

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E09Ultimate Old School WagonJun 12, 2006
S05E08On the Road - Baja Trophy Truck IIJun 5, 2006
S05E07On the Road - Baja Trophy Truck IJun 5, 2006
S05E06'51 Cool Caddy DaddyApr 17, 2006
S05E05Battery-Powered DragsterApr 10, 2006
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Monster Garage premiere?

Monster Garage premiered on June 23, 2002.

Who created Monster Garage?

Monster Garage was created by Thom Beers, who also created Deadliest Catch and Ice Road Truckers.

Who hosted Monster Garage?

The show was hosted by Jesse James, a renowned custom bike and car builder in the USA.

What was the basic concept of Monster Garage?

The basic concept of Monster Garage was to take ordinary vehicles and transform them into extraordinary machines in just one week.

What was the most outrageous vehicle ever made on Monster Garage?

One of the most outrageous vehicles ever made on Monster Garage was a Plymouth Roadrunner that was turned into a sand rail.

How was each episode structured?

Each episode of Monster Garage was structured around a specific vehicle, and Jesse James had one week to transform it into a unique machine.

How many people worked on a vehicle each week?

A team of five to six people worked on each vehicle each week, along with Jesse James.

Was there a prize for completing the challenge?

There was no cash prize for completing the challenge, but the satisfaction of completing the challenge was the prize.

What were some of the challenges faced during the builds?

Some of the challenges faced during the builds included time constraints, budget limitations, and finding the right parts in time.

How long did it take to shoot an episode?

It took about six days to shoot an episode of Monster Garage.

Did Jesse James have any input on the concept of each build?

Yes, Jesse James had input on the concept of each build and often chose the vehicle himself.

Did the team have any experience with the vehicles they were working on?

The team members had some experience with the vehicles they were working on, but not always. Sometimes they had to learn on the fly.

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