Posts by Craig Ranson

Ady has got a big task ahead of him as he starts to look at dismantling our Bedford HA engine. As you can see from the pictures, the engine is currently in a very sorry state but it’s in very…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The sun’s out and so are we…we’ve taken our 1939 Packard 120 out for a spin today and got some lovely pictures on the way back in to the workshops.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”26816,26832,26831,26830,26829,26828,26827,26826,26825,26824,26823,26822,26821,26820,26819,26818,26817″][/vc_column][/vc_row]

A possible future project for us at Bridge Classic Cars. Open Top Touring are looking to carry out some routine maintenance on a few of there amazing fleet of classic cars for hire. First up, we have the 1972 MGBGT…

The unexpected arrival of our 1980 TR8 has meant that we have been unable to get to the car just yet to give it a full assessment. When we have a ramp free we’ll be getting her on it right…

We were delighted today to welcome Bernard Rice and his truly stunning 1934 SS2 Sports to our workshops here in Pettistree. Everything about this car is just perfect and is an absolute credit to both Bernard and the restorer Alan…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On Saturday 23rd February 2019 Bridge Classic Cars opened it’s doors to the Norfolk and Suffolk region of the Porsche Club Great Britain. We had the teas, coffees and biscuits at the ready and a great morning was had by…

This girl has seriously good taste! Eastender star Hetti Bywater, best known for portraying Lucy Beale shared this beauty with her 100,000 followers on Instagram. Check out this cream 1989 Mercedes 300SL parked up in central London.

Our 1955 Austin Healey has now been coated in epoxy primer. We will now look to refit all of the panels to ensure the lines and fit are as we want them to be ready to be prepared for paint.

Our 1971 Jaguar E-Type is now equipped with the new fitted boot lining. It will take a little time to settle in and for the creases to be removed but it means the rear is just about finished!

Brian is still busy working through the restoration of our smaller MGB components.  

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We frequently have cars arrive to us from the various UK ports, having travelled thousands of miles by boat to reach the Suffolk shores. We have also been known to jump on a plane ourselves and fly out to visit…

Tommy is setting his sights on the middle of next week having the repairs completed on our 1977 MGBGT body. Here are more images of the work he is currently carrying out  

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Work continues on the restoration of parts for our 1975 MGB Tundra Green project. Brian has been doing an amazing job restoring them to their glory. Here we have the dash, brake parts, windscreen, hood frame, filler etc. The dash…

We are just waiting on the bright-work to return from our good friends at Wyatt Polishing where they are currently in the process of being re-chromed. Once it is all back with us we can get to work on refitting…

Newly into our workshops this week we have our very rare 1980 Triumph TR8. Having been stored away for some time we look at a possible full but sympathetic restoration here. At this stage we are yet to get her…

Our original MGBGT fuel tank has unfortunately suffered from the years of neglect. The tank is full of rust and for the cost of a new product is not worth trying to save. A brand new fuel tank has arrived…

Work will soon start on the restoration of our amazing 1961 Francis Barnett 250cc trials bike. This very rare bike will be brought back to life and restored to original, concours conditon within the coming months.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Today, we have been called out to assess the accident damage on a beautiful 1936 Rolls Royce 20/25. The unfortunate incidents has resulted in the rear section being broken twisted and bent so a lot of work will be required…

The windscreen of our 1971 Jaguar E-Type V12 roadster is now in place. Dave can now work on fitting up the hood frame and hood.

We have now discovered the route cause of the engine issues on our 1963 Jaguar SS100 engine. Unfortunately this does however mean the engine needs to be removed in order to rectify the problems. The block face is warped and…

The block has now been refaced and repainted, the bores re-honed, the pistons are fitted and the crankshaft has been timed in.  

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]After a long journey that saw us head into Europe our 1960 Jensen 541S finally settles into its new home and what amazing company it is in with. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”26291,26292,26293,26294,26295,26296,26297,26298,26299,26300,26301,26302,26303,26304,26305,26306,26307″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Home time; waiting at the Eurotunnel for the return train….

Sharing a post to 465,000 followers on Instagram, British singer songwriter Ella Eyre  is out flying the flag for the UK in Los Angeles, promoting #LFW London Fashion Week beside this wonderful classic Mercedes.  

“Hi, I’m the former owner of the Jensen 541 S (prototype) that you have been restoring. I’ve been following the progress of its rebirth online over the past months and now it is complete it looks stunning, well done to…

The stripping and re-shaping of our 1960 Jensen 541R body is progressing well with the shell now primed and ready for the next stage.

Hopefully passing through our doors very soon we have our 1961 Ford Consul in for a re-commission. It is still the very early stages and awaiting a date confirmation but we are looking to get her back on the road…

At the start of the 1950s, the Jensen Motor Company had a financially sound business producing commercial vehicles and building bespoke bodies for other manufacturers. As is often the way with successful entrepreneurs, the Jensen brothers enjoyed having their name on…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]She’s already shown HUGE potential to be a big hit with both classic car and Butlin’s enthusiasts alike discussing the car’s history. A lot of interested parties were hoping we would be cleaning up in the original condition to preserve…

The brand new fuel sender for our 1977 MGBGT has arrived.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With our 1960 Jensen 541S restoration journey almost complete, today is the day for our wonderful photo shoot. The sun is shining bright and we are on location bright and early with Jason from Sugar & Spice Photography. Today’s venue,…