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August 3, 2023

A Classic Arrival

August 3, 2023

Earlier this week, we welcomed a very ‘special’ classic vehicle into the Bridge Classic Cars Workshop. Our 1935 Wolseley Super Hornet Special has arrived with

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Suffolk Military Show 2023

August 3, 2023

Press release from the Suffolk Military Show Team: Over the weekend of 29-30 July, Trinity Park, Ipswich played host to The Suffolk Military Show.  Jam-packed,

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Handmaking Classic Parts

August 3, 2023

When restoring classic cars, it can be difficult to get the exact part that you’re looking for.

This is exactly what happened when classic car technician Monty was looking to replace the door latch on our 1973 Triumph Spitfire. After ordering the part we needed (which was extremely difficult to find), it was found to be too small.

As another wasn’t available, Monty had to handmake a replacement.

In the photos below, you can see the original latch at the top, the purchased latch which was too small in the middle, followed by the one Monty made at the bottom.

This goes to show the level of skill that our technicians have in order to restore and repair the classic cars we work on.

Welcome To The Team – Lydia

August 3, 2023

When former Bridge Classic Cars trimmer, Lydia, left for new pastures, our search for a new trimmer began.

We have been lucky enough to find someone who can join the interior trim team, to work alongside Brian, another Lydia!

Lydia Mark II joins us with a wealth of classic car experience. After leaving uni, she began working on the interiors of classic Volkswagens. This was an excellent match for Lydia who is a self-confessed classic car enthusiast/owner/hoarder.

After moving on from her VW work, she began working for Signature Furniture in Essex where she helped create bespoke furniture of all shapes and sizes.

Lydia has now joined the Bridge Classic Cars team and she has been hard at work on the interior of some stunning cars already, including our 1968 Jaguar E-Type Series 1.5 and our 1959 Jensen 541R.

As well as her love of classic cars, Lydia also has a passion for the vintage lifestyle. This is highlighted by her membership of a World War 2 re-enactment group – The Suffolk Regiment Living History Society.

Lydia’s current car collection includes a 1990 Mark II Golf, a 1986 Honda Acty, and a WW2 Royal Enfield CM350.

Welcome to the team!

Peter – 2023 Bridge Classic Car Show

August 3, 2023

A great day, enjoyed seeing everyone’s cars.
More stalls would be nice, perhaps some car accessory stalls (cleaning, detailing and gadgets)
Nice to see everyone look forward to the next.

Jeffrey Eatough – 2023 Bridge Classic Car Show

August 3, 2023

Thanks, great show at Bentwaters. Will next years be there as difficult to see how you could get all those exhibitors and visitors into the area in front of Suffolk Plant Centre? I was parked next to Steve with his sparkling MGB V8 GT. He was a happy man!

Jilly G – 2023 Bridge Classic Car Show

August 3, 2023

Ideal location, good varied selection of cars from the man who restored in his garage, to the high-end professional restoration, all unique in their own right. Nice atmosphere with the swing and jive music, and not a ghetto blaster. Would like to have seen more stalls generally, including an Autojumble, maybe the weather forecast was to blame. Keep up good work, Look forward to next year. Jilly.

A New Look For Our Trailer

August 3, 2023

The new Bridge Classic Cars trailer hasn’t been with us very long but it has already been extremely busy collecting and delivering classic vehicles all over the country.

Recently, we gave it a very short break so it could have a makeover with Bridge Classic Cars branding being applied to it.

It’s great to see our trailer now look like it is officially a part of the team!

A Classic Arrival

August 3, 2023

Earlier this week, we welcomed a very ‘special’ classic vehicle into the Bridge Classic Cars Workshop. Our 1935 Wolseley Super Hornet Special has arrived with us for a service.

We have had several older vehicles in the workshop lately and this is another that adds to that collection.

As you can see from the photos below, this is a beautiful car that has clearly been well looked after and loved throughout its life.

Suffolk Military Show 2023

August 3, 2023

Press release from the Suffolk Military Show Team:

Over the weekend of 29-30 July, Trinity Park, Ipswich played host to The Suffolk Military Show.  Jam-packed, covering over 700 years of interactive reenactor displays and bringing together over 1000 reenactors from across the UK and Europe. The cheering crowds were treated to a medieval ‘elimination!’ tournament, and archery, demonstrated by The Suffolk Swords.

The Main Arena Explosive Action came from an American Civil War Skirmish with Black Powder Cannon provided by SoSKan  (The Southern Skirmish Association) that wowed the viewers, whilst the WW2 Allied/Axis Battle came with atmospheric engagement, PAK field gun and pyrotechnic smoke cover as German, Russian and British Troops engaged at close quarters.

The hundreds of military vehicles displayed by both individuals and Military Vehicle Groups were a huge attraction alongside Knights Templar to Cold War re-enactment.

Image: Suffolk Military Show
Image: Suffolk Military Show
Image: Suffolk Military Show
Image: Suffolk Military Show

On Saturday, the sky was filled with the brilliant sights and sounds of a Battle of Britain Memorial Flight iconic Spitfire that came out of the clouds and brought out the sun over the packed event ground.  It was unfortunate that the winds and cloud base over the two-day event meant that the Tigers Army Parachute Team could not make their jaw-dropping skydiving display over the showground, so the crew provided a great ground display and crowd engagement open mic session.  

Entertainment by 1940s tribute group The Three Chordettes were joined by Dance Group A2 Jive on the Main Stage and on Sunday Service of Remembrance led by WW1 group The 10th Essex Regiment was joined by a Parade of Banners, Land Army Girls, representatives from the Regular Army, military charities being supported by the event and the many Veterans and Serving Military Personnel that were provided with free entry in a show as a sign of respect for the service to their countries.

Image: Suffolk Military Show
Image: Suffolk Military Show
Image: Suffolk Military Show
Image: Suffolk Military Show

The Suffolk Military Show 27-28 July 2024 is already under construction by the Team behind the event, Fifty One Degree Events. 

Plans for the 2024 show are already underway and under wraps, as the organisers aim to provide the County of Suffolk with a top-quality historical showcase that everyone will be proud of.

 The show will be back with its signature ground-to-air lights to provide some of the very best interactive experiences you will not want to miss and will not forget.

So be prepared to get involved, prepare for the unexpected but most of all prepare to enjoy yourself as the team pull out all the stops to provide you with a thrilling and truly memorable time at the Suffolk Military Show 2024

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