Inspecting Our E-Type
February 6, 2023
Our 1970 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 has returned to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop to investigate and resolve some issues that the owner has been
February 6, 2023
Fixing Sunroof Issues
February 6, 2023
Classic car technician Jonn has been investigating some issues that our 1987 BMW 635 CSI has been having with its sunroof. His investigation began by
Bridge C-Type Replica Test Drive
February 6, 2023
Our 2022 Bridge C-Type Replica has been taken out of the Bridge Classic Cars workshop for its very first test drive. Classic car technician Jonn
Rebuilding Our Defender
February 6, 2023
Our 2015 Land Rover Defender has made good progress lately. Classic car technician Mauro has been putting the chequer plates and wheel arches back on
Improvements To Our Range Rover
February 6, 2023
Our 2013 Range Rover Vogue SE SDV8 has been undergoing some minor works that have made a big difference to the overall look of the
Getting Ready For Paint
February 6, 2023
Classic car technician Scott has been busy stripping our 1976 Aston Martin AMV8 ready for it to be painted. Now that it has been stripped,
Prep For Sandblasting
February 6, 2023
Our 1960 Jensen 541 is back in the workshop and in the very capable hands of classic car technician Rob. In preparation for sandblasting, Rob
Sealing And Painting
February 6, 2023
Since we collected our 1969 Morris Minor and safely delivered it to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop, it has been under the care of our
Rebuilding And Rust Protection
February 6, 2023
Our 1986 Daimler DS420 continues to be put back together. Classic car technician Steve carried on putting the front end back together before moving on
Inspecting Our E-Type
February 6, 2023
Our 1970 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 has returned to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop to investigate and resolve some issues that the owner has been experiencing while driving the car.
Classic car technician Jonn started his investigative work by taking the car out for a road test. During his time in the car, he checked the overdrive operation and found that the solenoid powered and was working so it was suspected that the issue lies with the overdrive unit.
The speedo cable was also checked to see what might be causing it to jump during driving.
The handbrake warning light has been reported to come on during driving. Jonn found that the brake fluid reservoir was loose on the nearside which could be the reason for the light engaging.
When the car was up on the ramp, Jonn noted that there were a few oil leaks too.
To fix an issue with the clutch, the engine and gearbox need to be removed from our E-Type. Jonn began the process of removing these so he could fix the issue.
The bonnet hinges had seized so, to allow Jonn access, he heated the pins to aid the removal.
During the engine removal process, it was found that the top hose of the radiator was damaged. The front suspension was stripped to take the tension off the torsion bars.
The engine and gearbox removal then moved on to the interior centre console being stripped so Jonn could remove the gear lever and wiring. Classic car technician Rob then assisted Jon in removing the engine and gearbox.
The wheels were put back on the car so it can be moved to our secure storage facility until the engine and gearbox are ready to be put back in the car.
Jonn noted that there was lots of waxoyl covering many of the components making the job quite a messy one!
Once out of the car, the engine and gearbox were separated. The overdrive was removed and cleaned ready to be sent for repair.
The new clutch was aligned and fitted. Jonn removed the seized clevis pin in the clutch fork slave rod. He cleaned and replaced this with the new thrust bearing.
Our 1970 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 has turned into a big job that has required lots of time, skill, and experience. Luckily, Jonn (and the rest of the workshop team) have this in great quantities and the car is making good progress towards getting back to its owner and out on the road once more.
Fixing Sunroof Issues
February 6, 2023
Classic car technician Jonn has been investigating some issues that our 1987 BMW 635 CSI has been having with its sunroof.
His investigation began by stripping the sunroof. While doing this, it became apparent that the roof had been badly welded at some point in the past. Jonn believes this was probably when someone removed the old sunroof.
While working on our 635 CSI, Jonn fitted new fog lights. However, the multi-plugs on the new lights were different. To overcome this, the plugs were cut and rewired using bullet connectors.
Bridge C-Type Replica Test Drive
February 6, 2023
Our 2022 Bridge C-Type Replica has been taken out of the Bridge Classic Cars workshop for its very first test drive.
Classic car technician Jonn was behind the wheel as this very exciting (and special) vehicle drove for the very first time.
Rebuilding Our Defender
February 6, 2023
Our 2015 Land Rover Defender has made good progress lately. Classic car technician Mauro has been putting the chequer plates and wheel arches back on after they were painted.
He also painted the doors and door hinges before reattaching the newly painted doors to the rugged vehicle.
Now that the doors match the rest of our Defender, it is looking very cool. With a bit more work left to do, it will be with us for a little while longer but it has certainly come a long way since it arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop at the beginning of the year.
Improvements To Our Range Rover
February 6, 2023
Our 2013 Range Rover Vogue SE SDV8 has been undergoing some minor works that have made a big difference to the overall look of the vehicle.
Part of this involved classic car technician Mauro refurbishing the side steps.
In addition to the side steps being refurbished, the grille was also replaced.
Our Range Rover has made good progress during its short time in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop and it will soon be leaving us ready to get back on the road again.
Getting Ready For Paint
February 6, 2023
Classic car technician Scott has been busy stripping our 1976 Aston Martin AMV8 ready for it to be painted.
Now that it has been stripped, this classic car will undergo a complete external respray as we continue to restore it ready to go back to its owner in full working order.
With lots of work being done to get the car running, it will be great to see the paintwork looking much improved too.
Prep For Sandblasting
February 6, 2023
Our 1960 Jensen 541 is back in the workshop and in the very capable hands of classic car technician Rob.
In preparation for sandblasting, Rob has removed the body and the roof frame.
With a history like this car has, it is exciting to see it progress through its restoration journey and be one step closer to being back on the road (even though there is still a long way to go yet).
Sealing And Painting
February 6, 2023
Since we collected our 1969 Morris Minor and safely delivered it to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop, it has been under the care of our experienced classic car technicians.
Dave has continued his work on our Morris Minor Convertible by resealing the exhaust clamp. This is all part of the bigger picture of getting the car running and through an MOT as well as a structured recommissioning over time.
While Dave was working on the exhaust clamp, classic car technician Mauro was giving the wheels of this classic car some attention.
The wheels were coated in epoxy primer before being painted and, as you can see from the photos below, they are looking much better after leaving the paintshop.
Rebuilding And Rust Protection
February 6, 2023
Our 1986 Daimler DS420 continues to be put back together. Classic car technician Steve carried on putting the front end back together before moving on to apply rust protection in the rear arches.
The rear end was also put back together.
Steve made a new bush for the throttle linkage as he found that the old one was missing. This was causing excessive play. The new bush resolved this issue.
As work continues on rebuilding our 1986 Daimler DS420, it is becoming more apparent that the finished vehicle will be a great-looking limo-style classic car.
