Coming Together – Metalwork on the 1951 Riley RMB
October 22, 2021
As you might have seen in our previous post on the 1951 Riley RMB here at Bridge Classic Cars, James has been hard at work
October 22, 2021
Doing the Big Shop – Our Technician Mauro’s 1954 Ford F100.
October 22, 2021
Our technician Mauro has got an amazing truck. It’s a 1954 Ford F100. Last weekend, Mauro thought he should use it to do ”The Big
Back Together – Refitting the Engine and Gearbox to the 1998 Honda Integra Type R
October 22, 2021
Tamas and Paul, our in-house restoration technicians have been busy refitting the wiring harness, accessories, engine and gearbox back into the 1998 Honda Integra Type
Looking Back – Fitting the Door Mirrors and Dome Light to the 1970 Dodge Charger
October 22, 2021
The in-house trim experts at Bridge Classic Cars have been hard at work. Teaming up to conquer the interior of the 1970 Dodge Charger. One
Background Sounds – New Speakers and Speakerbox on the 1960 Jensen 541S ‘Peony Red’
October 22, 2021
Peony Red, the 1960 Jensen 541S, is reaching the end of its restoration and its pre-delivery inspection. So it’s time to get the last few
Coming Together – Metalwork on the 1951 Riley RMB
October 22, 2021
As you might have seen in our previous post on the 1951 Riley RMB here at Bridge Classic Cars, James has been hard at work getting the wings into the best shape possible.
James, our expert in-house fabricator, has been working on the Riley for quite some time. A lot of the panels needed extensive repairs and reworking to be useable in the restoration of this beloved classic. The rear wings are currently the pieces on James’s bench.
After James worked the repair patches into the original wing, he then had to work them carefully and methodically to ensure they met the original shape and dimensions of the car. Also, he has to make sure both sides are identical. This takes a highly skilled hand and incremental adjustments to achieve the finish you see before you.
James has blended new pieces into the originals and almost seamlessly blended new and old together through the medium of metal. Any adjustment to the piece also means that the entire panel must be checked to see if it has caused any sort of distortion elsewhere.
But, these wings are looking absolutely incredible for when they eventually meet back up on the car.
Doing the Big Shop – Our Technician Mauro’s 1954 Ford F100.
October 22, 2021
Our technician Mauro has got an amazing truck. It’s a 1954 Ford F100.
Last weekend, Mauro thought he should use it to do ”The Big Shop” which we thoroughly approve of!
The looks on people’s faces as he drove it around the streets and then casually parked it in the supermarket car park he said were absolutely priceless and the thumbs up and smiles made it even more important. Using classics for everyday duties is always a fun thing to do.
There’s a lot of interesting cars owned by everyone at Bridge Classic Cars. Keep an eye out for more updates on staff cars in our news section.
Back Together – Refitting the Engine and Gearbox to the 1998 Honda Integra Type R
October 22, 2021
Tamas and Paul, our in-house restoration technicians have been busy refitting the wiring harness, accessories, engine and gearbox back into the 1998 Honda Integra Type R that is in at Bridge Classic Cars.
Using reference photos and the catalogued parts from the dismantling of the car, the whole engine bay now looks as good as new.
Next stages for the Integra will be to get the vehicle back together before final check overs. Expect to see more here on the Bridge Classic Cars blog.
Looking Back – Fitting the Door Mirrors and Dome Light to the 1970 Dodge Charger
October 22, 2021
The in-house trim experts at Bridge Classic Cars have been hard at work. Teaming up to conquer the interior of the 1970 Dodge Charger.
One of the jobs on the list for the interior refit was to fit the signature dome light. This involved a small hole in the brand new headliner for the wires to be passed through. Thankfully with the skill of our trim fitters, you would never know it was ever there and the outings all lined up to be able to secure the light to the roof.
Next up, Brian began to work on getting the new rearview mirrors to the doors of the Charger. These mirrors are so iconic to the Charger that their placement is crucial. Brian, one of our in house trim experts, carefully measured up and mocked up the mirrors countless times before drilling the holes for the fixings to pass through. Once in place, the mechanisms to control the mirrors can be installed to make them fully functional.
Background Sounds – New Speakers and Speakerbox on the 1960 Jensen 541S ‘Peony Red’
October 22, 2021
Peony Red, the 1960 Jensen 541S, is reaching the end of its restoration and its pre-delivery inspection. So it’s time to get the last few finishing touches completed and in the car.
One of these systems that is being finished by our in-house trim experts is the sound system. Peony Red has got a modern stereo unit, although it is a classic-looking head unit it is thoroughly up to date. With that, it does require a set of new speakers.
Kath has been working on making new speaker boxes from scratch for the car. These were made from a simple wooden box but finished in matching carpet to the rest of the interior to blend into the car and be completely useable for her new owner.
Just because it’s a classic car, doesn’t mean you can’t have some of the modern luxuries. We think its a good balance of old and new in this stunning 1960 Jensen 541S
