Is “Storage Wars” Rigged?

Is "Storage Wars" deceiving viewers by making it seem contestants are bidding on unseen items, when the best goods are actually planted inside? Could be, according to a lawsuit filed by former show star David Hester.

The “YUUUUP” star claims he was axed when he complained to producers about the alleged rigging practices.

Hester claims in one case producers planted a car under a pile of trash and even planted a pile of old newspapers that announced the death of Elvis. He also says claims the show even gave less than photogenic cast member’s money for plastic surgery to "create more sex appeal."

Hester alleges in the suit he was wrongfully terminated because he blew the whistle.

Dan Dotson -- the guy behind the show's auction company -- disagrees, saying, every unit seen on the show is legit and has a seal on it before they open it ... making it impossible for A&E to tamper with the units before filming begins.

A rep for A&E says, "We do not know about a lawsuit being filed and we do not comment on pending or threatened litigation."