The March 29 episode of American Pickers saw Mike Wolfe acquire pieces of what was an Elgin Bluebird that goes back to the 1930s. He paid $3,200 for the remnants in hopes someone might be able to restore it.
During the April 4 episode, Mike found the perfect man for the job in California. Outside this adventure his brother Robbie and “Jersey Jon” Szalay head to New Jersey where they explore a multi-generational family collection.
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