Our 1972 MGB Roadster is now live on the Bridge Classic Cars Competitions website! The stunning classic roadster, finished in vibrant, summery red could be
Our Steve has been working on our 1981 Austin Allegro Vanden Plas to inspect the classic family saloon. To begin with, he resecured some of
The workshop team at Bridge Classic Cars have been flat out this week working on various cars in our Suffolk HQ, one of those being
Our technician Jon has been begun his inspection on our 1954 Daimler Conquest Roadster in the workshop of our Suffolk HQ. With some estimates showing
We are extremely proud to share that Bridge Classic Cars has been named a finalist in two categories at the East Anglian Daily Times Business
Our 1972 MGB Roadster is now live on the Bridge Classic Cars Competitions website!
The stunning classic roadster, finished in vibrant, summery red could be yours just in time for the start of show season but you’re going to want to be quick, over 50% of the tickets have already been sold.
Here’s what our very own Rob Harvey has written about what might be the worlds most popular sports car:
”Our 1972 MGB Roadster is a quintessential example of British automotive engineering. Manufactured by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) and later by British Leyland, the MGB Roadster was first introduced in 1962 and continued production until 1980.
A 1.8-litre B-Series engine powers our MGB and provides ample power for the lightweight, two-seater roadster. A four-speed manual gearbox, with overdrive, helps our MGB to offer a lively and engaging driving experience.
The 1972 model is noted for its classic design, characterised by clean lines, chrome bumpers, and a distinctive front grille. The cockpit is driver-focused, featuring well-placed controls, supportive seats, and a traditional wooden steering wheel.
MGBs are always popular competition cars and this one, finished in striking red with a beige interior, looks like it’s going to be exactly the same.”
Our Steve has been working on our 1981 Austin Allegro Vanden Plas to inspect the classic family saloon.
To begin with, he resecured some of the trims on the B-pillar and then moved onto checking the other parts of the car. He discovered that the rear suspension pushes have perished as well as the rear brake wheel cylinders have leaked and contaminated the brake material and will also require replacement along with the suspension bushes.
The workshop team at Bridge Classic Cars have been flat out this week working on various cars in our Suffolk HQ, one of those being the 1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 Coupe which is being cared for under the watchful and skillful hands of our technician Jon.
Jon has continued with his project of repairing the steering of the classic Jaguar. After he rebuilt the column on the bench, Jon secured the steering rack back onto the frame of the car and then fitted up the lower universal joint for the column along with fitting a new pinch bolt. When fitting the indicator cancel bracket, Jon had to modify it slightly to get it to sit higher up on the column to increase usability but also to help remove any play from the shaft once fitted into the car. The column was then aligned with the lower shaft and slipped into place, with the opening for the pinch bolt drilled in situ to allow for the best engagement. Once all together, Jon could then test the steering column and was happy to report that all play had been worked out of the system. He could then fit up all the various trims, wiring and brackets before moving on.
The next detail was to get the radiator and fans back into the car and connected up before getting the air filters fitted back on the car in preparation for the cars first drive under its own power for many years. Before that, Jon made sure to knock down and tighten each wheel in series, added more fuel to the brand new tank before checking the timing and firing order were all corrected and adjusting before turning the key.
At this point, Jon was ready to pull the classic sports car outside to let it run up to temperature for the first time and check each system individually for function and engagement such as the cooling system, but to also allow the ceramic coatings on several parts cure following the manufacturers process.
After repeating the run up and cool down procedure several times, Jon checked and topped off all fluids in the car and checked for any visible leaks and secured all the dash wiring before putting the car away.
Our technician Jon has been begun his inspection on our 1954 Daimler Conquest Roadster in the workshop of our Suffolk HQ.
With some estimates showing less than 60 of these unique cars ever to have been built, the team wanted to go through the entire car to check it over. The first step is a preliminary visual inspection of the car to check for anything that completely stands out as being incorrect or in need of attention, which is what this phase is. Next, the car will be safely put onto one of our workshop ramps for Jon to full inspect the mechanical aspects of the car.
We are extremely proud to share that Bridge Classic Cars has been named a finalist in two categories at the East Anglian Daily Times Business Awards 2024. Everyone here is honoured to be recognised for Medium Business of the Year and Positive Impact in the Community. These nominations highlight our commitment to excellence and our dedication to making a difference in our community.
Being a finalist for Medium Business of the Year is a significant achievement for us. This category celebrates companies that demonstrate all-round excellence!
Since the business started back in 2004, we have grown substantially, thanks to our innovative approach that combines traditional techniques with modern technology. This has allowed us to restore classic cars to their former glory while also finding a place in today’s world. Our dedication to quality has earned us a loyal customer base and enabled us to expand our work with state-of-the-art facilities.
Despite economic challenges, we have maintained our high standards of service through strategic vision and effective management. This resilience and adaptability have been crucial to our sustained success, making us proud to be finalists in the Medium Business of the Year category.
Being a finalist in the Positive Impact in the Community category is extra special to us. We believe in the importance of giving back and supporting our local community so to be recognised for doing so is incredible.
From our Mince Pie Drive to our fundraising for a number of charities, we have put a big focus on making a positive difference however we can. This is the first time we have been a finalist in this category (and shortlisted) so we are excited to have our work recognised.
Being a finalist in both the Medium Business of the Year and Positive Impact in the Community categories at the East Anglian Daily Times Business Awards 2024 is something we are immensely proud of.
Some of the team will be attending the awards ceremony on Thursday 4th July at The Hangar, Kesgrave Hall when the winners will be announced.
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