Exposed! The truth about Mike Wolfe’s overpriced cars and his secret junkyard scheme

**Fans Criticize Mike Wolfe for Selling Overpriced Junk Cars on Instagram**

*American Pickers* fans have lashed out at Mike Wolfe after he was accused of selling overpriced junk cars. Wolfe recently shared a video on his Instagram account promoting the sale of a 1959 Chevrolet Corvette, featured on a recent episode of *American Pickers*. The car, which was in poor condition with gray paint, rust, and a cracked body, was priced at $10,000.

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**The Condition of the Car and Mike’s Pitch**

In the video, Mike explained that the car had been purchased from a company in Pennsylvania and, while it came with additional tires, it needed significant repairs. He described it as a “really clean old drag car” with some history but noted the only major issue was a large crack on the body. Despite these issues, Mike emphasized they were trying to sell the vehicle and even encouraged fans to buy it, mentioning it had recently appeared on the show.

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**Outrage from Fans Over the Price**

The $10,000 price tag sparked backlash from fans, many of whom criticized Mike for trying to sell a car in such poor condition at an inflated price. In the comments section, fans voiced their disappointment, with one user claiming they had sold a much better 1957 car for just $3,750. Others called the Corvette a “POS” (piece of s**t), stating that $2,000 would be a fairer price, mainly to use it as a “flower pot” due to the amount of work it needed.

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**Mike Wolfe’s Efforts to Promote the Show Fall Flat**

In addition to promoting the car, Mike has been trying to generate interest in the new season of *American Pickers*. However, the premiere episode failed to maintain momentum. The March 1 episode of Season 26 saw a significant drop in viewership, attracting only 711,000 viewers. Fans again took to social media, demanding the return of Frank Fritz, a former fan favorite who has not appeared on the show since his departure in 2020.

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**Frank Fritz’s Absence and Health Issues**

Frank Fritz left *American Pickers* to undergo back surgery and later suffered a stroke in July 2022. While some fans are pushing for his return, the show cannot bring him back due to his current status under a conservatorship following his stroke. Mike Wolfe, Robbie Wolfe, and Danielle Colby now feature in the show, but many fans feel the dynamic has suffered without Frank.

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**What Are Your Thoughts?**

What do you think about Mike Wolfe selling the Corvette at such a high price? Do you think the new season of *American Pickers* is missing something without Frank? Share your thoughts in the comments.