One issue that plagued the crew during the Discovery show’s filming was the limitations of the format, which dictated project scope. Gas Monkey Garage could not dive into more complex or time-consuming builds because it didn’t work well for episodic content. Following the show’s conclusion, Rawlings expressed the desire to take the garage in a new direction. His latest focus is on extreme and unique projects like a 6×6 Humvee or a French-made recreational tank.
In the last year or so, Rawlings has put up several Gas Monkey Garage vehicles for auction to help fund new projects. The Dallas, Texas-based garage is interested in getting their hands on more exotic cars like those in the Lamborghini and Ferrari families. Working on iconic high-end Italian and German sports cars comes with a lot of risk in terms of financial investment and finding buyers. Purists may balk at projects that stray too far from the original spirit of these premium automobiles, so the pressure to deliver is monumental.
