Christmas Surprise! Your Chance to Win a 1990 Mini 30
December 20, 2021
Some of you may remember this stunning Cherry Red Mini from last year when Courtney Barker won it through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions, well she’s
December 20, 2021
On the Move – Working on the Glastron Sea Ray Trailer
December 20, 2021
Bridge Classic Cars have now completed all the necessary work to be done on the Glastron Sea Ray speedboat we have had in our workshop.
Marge Allan – Inverness
December 20, 2021
”Thank you so much for the quick turnaround! Your customer service is excellent”
From Scratch – Making and Trimming Rear Quarters for the 1956 Jensen 541
December 20, 2021
Brian, one of our legendary in-house trim experts at Bridge Classic Cars, is a true master of his craft. Brian is currently working on the
Got it Covered – Repairing the Tourneau Cover of the 1934 Riley Lynx
December 20, 2021
The Bridge Classic Cars in-house trim shop have been working the magic on the 1934 Riley 12/4 Lynx. With the rest of the car in
Just in Time for Christmas – Delivering the 2021 Lotus Elise Sport 240 Final Edition
December 20, 2021
Bridge Classic Cars have delivered the 2021 Lotus Elise Sport 240 Final Edition to the lucky winner, Alex Juggins. Alex won the Elise which helped
Check Over – Repairing the Door Cards of the 1954 MG TF
December 20, 2021
Whilst the 1954 MG TF was being worked on by Jon in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop, the door cards were in our in-house trim
Unplugged – Wiring Up the 1962 Jensen 541S
December 20, 2021
The 1962 Jensen 541S that is currently in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop is currently undergoing a full wiring harness swap. Our workshop manager, John,
Coming Soon – Triumph TR4 from South Africa
December 20, 2021
Coming soon the Bridge Classic Cars workshop in Pettistree, Suffolk is this gorgeous light blue Triumph TR4. We have sourced this car from one of
Delicate Work – Paint Repairs on the 1930 Packard 740 Waterfield Convertible
December 20, 2021
It’s always a pleasure to work on cars like the 1930 Packard 740. This particular Packard has been awaiting some specialist parts from the US
Christmas Surprise! Your Chance to Win a 1990 Mini 30
December 20, 2021
Some of you may remember this stunning Cherry Red Mini from last year when Courtney Barker won it through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions, well she’s offered it back to us and now it could be yours!
This is a limited edition Austin Mini 30, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the legendary Mini. The car is in amazing condition which is why the team at Bridge Classic Cars Competitions bought it back when it was offered to us. The car had a full respray and sympathetic interior restoration by our in-house restoration teams.
The car is well known around the area, having spent much of its life in Southwold and then in Ipswich with Courtney. It also did the rounds of almost every car show such as Stonham Barns as well as several appearances at our own meet-ups. Since August 2020, the car has only covered an additional 3,000 miles meaning this 31-year-old pocket rocket has got just 66074 miles showing on the clock.
This could be yours! Ready to go for 2022, all you need to do is head over to the Bridge Classic Cars website and get your tickets now!
But hurry, these little things are very popular with just 2299 tickets available. Click the link below!
On the Move – Working on the Glastron Sea Ray Trailer
December 20, 2021
Bridge Classic Cars have now completed all the necessary work to be done on the Glastron Sea Ray speedboat we have had in our workshop. The next step? Sorting out the trailer for the boat.
Our technician Jon has been carefully taking apart and inspecting all the necessary components on the trailer to make sure it is 100% safe while the boat is towed to and from the river. Upon looking into it, Jon noted that the wheel bearings and the brakes would need some attention.
Jon fitted up a new set of bearings to the axle after finally being able to track down a set for this specific model of the trailer along with a brake overhaul kit. Jon worked methodically through the trailer to make sure each job was completed to the very highest standard in terms of safety.
With these jobs now complete, the boat will soon be going off to be sold.
Marge Allan – Inverness
December 20, 2021
”Thank you so much for the quick turnaround! Your customer service is excellent”
From Scratch – Making and Trimming Rear Quarters for the 1956 Jensen 541
December 20, 2021
Brian, one of our legendary in-house trim experts at Bridge Classic Cars, is a true master of his craft. Brian is currently working on the rear trim panels and pieces for the 1956 Jensen 541 being built by us here at Bridge Classic Cars. The interior is one of those pieces being handcrafted to fit the car.
The rear quarter pieces have been entirely made by hand by Brian. We have a long history of restoring Jensen 541’s to a world-class standard and part of that is the interiors our team create for these bespoke sportscars. Each piece for the interior of the ’56 has been made by hand by the team, whether it be the coverings or literally panels for the car like these rear quarter pieces.
Brian made these panels to perfectly fit into the car and also to work alongside the other pieces of trim which are going to be alongside them in the car. After hand forming them, Brian then cuts and wraps them by hand to ensure the best possible fit and finish to each piece for such a special car.
Got it Covered – Repairing the Tourneau Cover of the 1934 Riley Lynx
December 20, 2021
The Bridge Classic Cars in-house trim shop have been working the magic on the 1934 Riley 12/4 Lynx. With the rest of the car in the workshop with our restoration technicians, some of the interior pieces have been handed over to our very own Kath to do what she does best.
First across the trim table is the Tourneau cover. This piece needed a few repairs doing to it which Kath has managed to get done by combining traditional techniques with modern materials and approaches. The edges of the pieces had become heavily frayed so Kath created all new edging to surround the deep back cover. Also, several small leather pieces inside the cover had deteriorated, which Kath managed to create a template for and replace with new material.
Kath also replaced several of the tin snaps which fix the cover to the body when the soft top is folded down and stowed. So, with that completed and pressed. It was time to get it back into the car and on to the next job for this beautiful 4 door tourer.
Just in Time for Christmas – Delivering the 2021 Lotus Elise Sport 240 Final Edition
December 20, 2021
Bridge Classic Cars have delivered the 2021 Lotus Elise Sport 240 Final Edition to the lucky winner, Alex Juggins.
Alex won the Elise which helped to raise over £100,000 in support of the Norwich City Community Sports Foundation. Recently, Alex spent the day at Lotus Cars for the handover of his new car and a very special day of guided tours and driving experiences with legendary ex-Formula One driver Martin Donnelly.
The car was then prepared by Lotus ready for Alex to take delivery of the car. Our in-house transport technician, Tom, was at Lotus HQ in Hethel early this morning to load up the car into our enclosed transporter for its journey to Loughborough where Alex was waiting excitedly.
Now, just in time for Christmas, Alex has got the keys to his new pride and joy. We wish Alex all the best with the car and many happy miles of motoring bliss in his new 2021 Lotus Elise Sport 240 Final Edition.
Check Over – Repairing the Door Cards of the 1954 MG TF
December 20, 2021
Whilst the 1954 MG TF was being worked on by Jon in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop, the door cards were in our in-house trim shop being worked on by our trimmer Kath.
The door cards it was found were actually causing a slight issue with getting the door to close correctly. Kath began by inspecting the part of the door which interfered with the hinge and the striker, using her experience and skill Kath managed to rectify the issue and then re-edge and retrim the door card ready to be installed back into the car.
Whilst working on the door cards, Kath also made some new check straps for the doors. Finding the closest colour hide we had in stock, Kath remade the pieces entirely from scratch so that when the doors are opened the will not over extend and risk damaging the pins or the hinges.
Unplugged – Wiring Up the 1962 Jensen 541S
December 20, 2021
The 1962 Jensen 541S that is currently in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop is currently undergoing a full wiring harness swap.
Our workshop manager, John, has been given the task of changing over from the old harness to the bespoke harness for the car. John has been making sure that everything is prepped and ready for the new harness but he has found a couple of issues.
This particular 541S has been fitted with electric fans which on inspection of the wiring, was just twisted together and taped over. John cut this out and remade the extensions for it to be wired up to the new harness. The main aim of the new harness is the safety and longevity for the owner so John is making sure each of the systems is being checked as it is installed.
Coming Soon – Triumph TR4 from South Africa
December 20, 2021
Coming soon the Bridge Classic Cars workshop in Pettistree, Suffolk is this gorgeous light blue Triumph TR4.
We have sourced this car from one of our contacts in South Africa and is due to arrive in the next few months here with us. Once it has arrived, it will be assessed by the in-house restoration teams and from there, its future will be decided.
Delicate Work – Paint Repairs on the 1930 Packard 740 Waterfield Convertible
December 20, 2021
It’s always a pleasure to work on cars like the 1930 Packard 740. This particular Packard has been awaiting some specialist parts from the US but whilst we get them sorted in our workshop, the car itself is in our state of the art in-house paint booth.
Alan and Chris, our in-house paint and body experts, have been working on assessing and preparing the maroon wings of the pre-war giant. Carefully, Alan has sanded back the affected areas of the car to get them ready for primer and eventually their colour coats.
After the primer has dried, Chris and Alan will work on getting the surface level and ready for the colour. Ensuring the best finish on the paint and no imperfections in such a large panel.
