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Rust Valley Restorers

Rust Valley Restorers is a Canadian documentary reality television series about classic-car restoration in Tappen, British Columbia, an area nicknamed Rust Valley.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Rust Valley Restorers is a Canadian documentary reality television series that follows the restoration, trade, and sale of classic cars in Tappen, British Columbia. The series, which premiered on December 6, 2018, on History Canada, centers on Mike Hall and his crew at the Rust Bros. shop. It has been distributed internationally through streaming platforms such as Netflix.

Premise

The series documents a car-restoration business in British Columbia that turns abandoned and rusted vehicles into collectible classics. Its setting and cast combine automotive work with personal and business challenges.

Production and broadcast

Rust Valley Restorers was created by Matt Shewchuk and Tyson Hepburn and produced in Canada. It aired on History and later reached wider audiences through streaming distribution.

Main cast

The series features Mike Hall, Avery Shoaf and Connor Hall as its principal on-screen figures. These cast members are identified in listings and platform descriptions for the show.

Reception and availability

The show has been described as a Canadian reality series centered on car restoration and family dynamics. Streaming listings indicate availability on major platforms in various regions.

Key facts

  • Set at a vintage automobile restoration shop in Rust Valley, near Tappen, British Columbia.
  • Follows the Rust Bros. crew as they restore, trade and sell classic cars.
  • Central figure is Mike Hall, joined by Avery Shoaf and Connor Hall.
  • Premiered on December 6, 2018, on History Canada.
  • Distributed internationally through streaming services, including Netflix.
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Canadian context

It is a Canadian-produced series set in British Columbia and originally broadcast on History Canada, making it directly relevant to Canadian television and automotive culture.

Frequently asked questions

What is Rust Valley Restorers?
It is a Canadian documentary reality TV series about restoring, trading and selling classic cars in Tappen, British Columbia.
When did it first air?
It premiered on December 6, 2018.
Who created the series?
The series was created by Matt Shewchuk and Tyson Hepburn.
Who are the main cast members?
Mike Hall, Avery Shoaf and Connor Hall are the principal cast members most commonly listed.
Where is the show set?
It is set in Rust Valley, an area around Tappen in British Columbia.
How many seasons does it have?
Available listings identify five seasons.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rust_Valley_Restorers
    Supports: Series genre, creators, country, language, seasons, episodes, network, release date, and setting.
  2. Netflixhttps://www.netflix.com/title/80203254
    Supports: Synopsis, cast members, and Canadian reality-TV classification.
  3. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt9498102/
    Supports: Series title and Canadian release date.
  4. Google Playhttps://play.google.com/store/tv/show/Rust_Valley_Restorers
    Supports: Canadian documentary series description, production company, and international distribution notes.