March 25, 2020

TR5 Parts arrive

Our TR5 Restoration continues as another load of parts arrive. We’re currently waiting on the bodywork to arrive to really start making progress on this

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1964 Mercedes-Benz 319 L Camper

Many years ago we were in talks with Paul who owns this lovely 1964 Mercedes Benz 319L camper. At the time he was interest in Bridge Classic Cars carrying out the restorative work on the camper to get her back on the road. Various circumstances unfortunately meant that the camper did not make it into our workshops back then but we have recently discussed now being the perfect time to complete the restoration.

Our role, at present, will be to perfect the exterior lines and replace any metalwork that requires attention. Once we are happy with the repair work we will prepare the body shell and paint. At the moment a colour is yet to be decided but this is not crucial at this stage.

Paul has collected all of the chrome work, trims and windows so as part of our task, we will refit the exterior components once painted and return the camper ready for the bespoke interior to be fitted.

We really hope to see this lovely vintage camper enter our workshops very soon.

Here you can see the original Mercedes Camper before restorative works commenced.

Jensen 541S Work Complete

We’ve completed yet another stunning Jensen. This 541s has now had its MOT and is ready for the owner to drive again. We’ve fixed all the niggles the owner had with the vehicle and it’s now ready to be enjoyed once more. great work, Team!

Ford Consul Engine Restoration

The owner of this wonderful 1959 Ford Consul came in to see us as the engine was smoking on start up. This is often a sign of worn valves guides. You can see in the videos below just how worn they are.

Ady, Bridge Classic Cars’ engine specialist will now undergo the following work to get this lovely classic running as it should.

The head will have new valve guides fitted and have an unleaded conversion to have a hardened seat fitted.

All the valves will be refaced. You can see how heavily pitted the valves are, unleaded fuel has burned some of the seat away.

New gaskets have all been ordered up and will be fitted when we reach the assembly phase.

We will also investigate the cylinder bores as there is a deep grove in one of the bores which may result in a broken piston ring. It looks like there has also been a head gasket go in itโ€™s time as cylinder one has had water damage to the bore.

TR5 Parts arrive

Our TR5 Restoration continues as another load of parts arrive. We’re currently waiting on the bodywork to arrive to really start making progress on this project. The chassis continues to be built up within our workshop and is now up on wheels.

Austin Healey 3000 Workshop Update

How is this for a transformation!?

Darren has done a sterling job repairing the dent on our Austin Healey 3000. We’ve also given this stunning classic a full service and MOT. We’re delighted to play our part in seeing such a wonderful vehicle back on the road for plenty more smiles to come.