The Great Auction Showdown with Paul Martin S01E01 - Episode 1

This week, Paul Martin is in the West Midlands, where he takes on local auctioneering expert Rachel Holland. Rachel is a specialist of Asian art and has extensive knowledge of her home patch: the heart of British manufacturing. In their first challenge, locals from all over the West Midlands bring their antiques and collectibles to an open valuation day, but only the best items will be put under the hammer. Will either auctioneer be tempted by the retro style of an 80s omnichord player, or will they go for classic collectibles like an impressive stamp collection. As they head into the second round, they find themselves against the clock, as they race around Halfpenny Antique and Vintage Centre in search of hidden treasures that could make them a profit in the sale room. The third challenge gives both rivals the chance to bag a big money star lot which could transform their fortunes. Who will have the closest answer to the question in the golden envelope and have the chance to pick first? It's all to play for as the final auction takes place but who will take the crown as the day's winner?