April 24, 2024

Polishing A C-Type

Jonn has been looking after our 2022 Bridge C-Type Replica. Here are his notes: Continue to work through list of jobs. Drill,dash and fit passengers

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Power Steering Box

Steve has removed the power steering box of our 1988 Mercedes 300SL. Once it was removed, it was stripped and cleaned ready for new seals

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MGA In Paint

Our 1960 MGA has been in the Bridge Classic Cars paintshop. After being stripped to bare metal, Mauro applied epoxy primer to the front wings,

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Double Six Progress

As our 1989 Daimler Double Six is being prepared to be won through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions, Jon has been completing some repairs. Here is

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Senna’s NSX For Sale

Formula 1 legend and three-time World Champion, Ayrton Senna’s personal Honda NSX has recently become available for purchase on Auto Trader, for the price of

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Nick Davey

Thank you for hosting Drive-it Day yesterday, good turnout of classics and great to look around Bridge Classic Cars. Well done to everyone.

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Polishing A C-Type

Jonn has been looking after our 2022 Bridge C-Type Replica.

Here are his notes:

Continue to work through list of jobs. Drill,dash and fit passengers grab handle. Secure all wiring under dash. Mask up areas around interior and polish alloy inside. Work slowly through car around inside panels visible when interior installed.

Continue to polish interior. Go over each panel a few times to get to a desired finish.

Finish polishing interior panels. Clean and hoover out. Fit gear lever cover and gaiter. Fit tunnel cover and mats to front.

Suspension, Glovebox, And More

Both Paul and Lydia have been working on our 1956 Jensen 541.

Once Paul had changed over the rear suspension leaf springs to the correct ones, he carried on fitting the door trim.

Lydia then made a glove box for our classic Jensen. It’s small in size as it has to fit into the dash around an air duct and wiper motor linkage. Lydia fitted the box she had previously made, then covered the front panel with red leather.

Unfortunately, due to the unique nature of the Jensen, the passenger seat didn’t fit next to the tunnel. Because it was made so long ago before the tunnel was ever fitted, we could not envisage this problem occurring. Lydia has test-fitted the seat into the vehicle and made alterations so that it will no longer fall on the gearbox tunnel, even when it is in its most forward position.

The door surrounds were then finished and the dash and extra wiring were also fitted for the fan motor and screen washer pump.

Power Steering Box

Steve has removed the power steering box of our 1988 Mercedes 300SL. Once it was removed, it was stripped and cleaned ready for new seals before being reassembled.

MGA In Paint

Our 1960 MGA has been in the Bridge Classic Cars paintshop.

After being stripped to bare metal, Mauro applied epoxy primer to the front wings, rear wings, bonnet, and boot.

Double Six Progress

As our 1989 Daimler Double Six is being prepared to be won through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions, Jon has been completing some repairs. Here is what he has been up to:

Reassemble after paint job. Refit boot trims and panels. Remove battery and charge. Reassemble removed parts from paint job. Clean battery tray and paint black. Fit modified battery hold down brackets and fit battery and secure. Help Lydia refit sunroof. Particularly awkward to get aligned. Lubricate and keep adjusting until satisfied with operation. Leave in the shut position to settle new seal in place. Refit wiper arms and wipers and test.

Investigate horn not working when refitting steering wheel centre push. Trace to earth fault but leave for now. Carry out full inspection and report. Grease all points. Reposition nearside driveshaft covers to gain access to grease nipples.

Senna’s NSX For Sale

Formula 1 legend and three-time World Champion, Ayrton Senna’s personal Honda NSX has recently become available for purchase on Auto Trader, for the price of £500,000.


Widely regarded as one of the greatest drivers in the history of motorsport, Senna dominated Formula One during the late 1980s and early 1990s, taking 41 race victories and securing three consecutive world titles with McLaren. Despite his tragic passing at the Imola circuit during the San Marino Grand Prix on May 1st, 1994, Senna’s legacy is far from over, particularly in his native Brazil, where he is still idolised to this day. His remarkable life story was also the feature of a biographical film released in 2010.

The Red Honda NSX, now up for sale and currently in the possession of Robert McFagan, from East Sussex, held a special place in Senna’s collection of NSX cars. It was kept at his Portuguese residence while he was in the country, and Senna himself was captured on camera washing the car in 1991. It also made an appearance in the film “Racing Is In My Blood.”


Robert McFagan, current owner of Senna’s Honda NSX said, ‘I first bought the car in 2013 during a trip to the Algarve in Portugal and have owned it ever since where it has sat proudly at my estate in East Sussex. Senna’s red NSX was given to him by Honda who he had a commercial partnership with and Senna frequently used and was photographed with the car during his stays in Portugal.

‘Being a huge Senna fan myself, I was delighted when I was able to get my hands on the NSX which was crafted to perfection and features a sleek and powerful machine to give an incredible experience on the road. It’s been a real pleasure owning what is one of the most famous cars belonging to a true sporting legend and the thrill of driving Senna’s car never goes away.’

Senna actually owned two other NSX cars—a black one he had in Brazil and another black NSX bought for him by his manager, Antonio Braga. On the 25th anniversary of Senna’s death, in 2019, the red Honda NSX was brought to the Imola circuit, where it was driven by Giancarlo Minardi in front of a packed crowd of Senna fans.

With only a select few of these models left in existence, whoever is fortunate enough to acquire this NSX will own a true piece of automotive and racing history.


Erin Baker, Editorial Director at Auto Trader added, ‘As the UK’s largest automotive marketplace for used and new cars we sell c.450,000 vehicles every day of different sizes, styles and price points and we often see cars once owned from celebrities to royalty being listed on our site. Senna’s impact on Formula One and the world of motorsport was immeasurable and Senna’s iconic Honda NSX is a chance to own a rare piece of sporting history which will no doubt turn heads and spark conversations amongst friends, family and neighbours.’

The car currently has just over 39,100 miles on the clock and was first registered in 1991.

The full listing on the Auto Trader website can be viewed online here.

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Nick Davey

Thank you for hosting Drive-it Day yesterday, good turnout of classics and great to look around Bridge Classic Cars. Well done to everyone.