Posts by Craig Ranson

Our newest addition is our fantastic 1987 Mercedes 500SL, this one is ours and this one is a keeper. She has been sitting locally for some time and after a gentle poke we managed to get her fired up and…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Work has commenced on our 1975 MG B restoration. The images are not very clear but we have photographed lots of the areas prior to dismantling so we have a good point of reference for when it is time to…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Tommy has had a good, solid two days of welding on the Mercedes 230E, tackling the corrosion and affected areas. All of the rot has been cut away, metalwork is now being re-fabricated back into the body before being treated….

Arriving to Bridge Classic Cars in mid-August we have a lovely 1972 MG B GT available for sale. Having recently purchased a Morris Minor the current owners of our MG are happy for her to go to a new home…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s been a long time coming and this date has been in our diary for many months. Our 1983 Mercedes 230E is now in our workshops ready to have the first sign of corrosion addressed and the new arches secured…

The nose cone, grille and badge is now in position and looking amazing. The front headlamp assembly and bumpers will follow very soon.

The pipework is now fitted to the brand new aluminium radiator which means the radiator can be positioned and fixed securely.

Week 1 in our new Pettistree workshops and no slowing down for us as we continue to make good progress on our current projects. Dave has been busy fitting up the new pipework and hoses to the engine bay of…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Introduced in 1922, Riley’s ‘Redwing’ series was aimed squarely at the sporting motorist. With its distinctive polished aluminium coachwork (in either two- or four-seater form). Cardinal red wings, chassis, wheels and upholstery. The Redwing (or Red Winger) was one…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]All mechanical aspects of our 1929 Hillman Fourteen recommissioning project are now complete. All levels have been monitored. Before we can let her back out on the roads we’ve called upon our friends at Vintage Tyres for a new set of…

A big thank you to the guys at GP Products in West Sussex for producing a brand new set of Jaguar XJR door handle gaskets for us. Amazingly, these gaskets are almost impossible to find as spares (like a lot of spares…

We love to see our classic cars return to the workshops but we’d always prefer to see them for their annual service and maintenance schedules. Unfortunately on this occasion we welcome back our 1978 Triumph Stag, one of the amazing collection…

A late finish tonight at Bridge HQ as we finally met the owner f this wonderful Bedford J Type. Since being here in Pettistree we have stirred up a huge amount of interest with the truck without actually undertaking any…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A couple of extra parts to get re-chromed, an over-rider, brackets and oil filler cap. A few weeks time we’ll have these back and ready to be fitted. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

We are currently in the process of fitting up power steering to our 1960 Jensen 541S. Obviously not an original install when rolled out of the factory in 1960 but an excellent addition to the restoration. EZ Power Steering specialise in…

Work as begun on the re-commissioning of our 1928 Hillman Fourteen. She has been very well looked after over the years but as she has been standing for some time without a lot of use the owner has agreed for…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Following the success of the inaugural event last year, Belgrave Square Garden once again opened to the public with the second Belgravia Classic Car Show which took place on Sunday 24 June 2018. The event showcased 150 of some of the…

The thick layer of external filler has now been successfully removed and a new door skin has been rebuilt and fitted. We are not too far away now from having the body shell ready for paint.

Outside the Aston Martin Racing and Toyota Racing workshops at Le Mans 24 hour.

The Aston Martin racing team were out in force this year with some incredible cars on show.

‘Hugo ready for his first driving lesson’. Our good friend Danielle, Director of DH Coaching & Consulting and Hugo enjoying a day out with Hugo in her Aston Martin.

They put us next to the noisy, rowdy lot this year at Le Mans this year but we didn’t mind…

Day 1 of our trip to Le Mans 24 Hours 2018. The days officially start Saturday 16th June but we got in early to get a sea view! Source: Wikipedia The 86th 24 Hours of Le Mans (French: 86e 24 Heures du Mans) will…

Not as simple as it looks, the fuel tank is now successfully fitted and the pipework in position.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We were recently commissioned to source and restore a matching number MG B in Tundra Green. Being a very rare colour originally, Tundra Green proved to be a very difficult find but having searched the country high and low we…

The original task was to install new, upgraded carbs to our 1979 Ford Escort but having seen the carbs that Mr B was hoping to have fitted we advised that this would not be a suitable choice. Whilst in, we…

About the little ‘Redwinger’ Here we have some old cuttings relating to the origins of our little 1925 Riley Redwing.

The Riley Redwing (or Red Winger) was one of the most desirable light cars of its period. This particular model is believed to be 1 of only 4 ever produced. Currently en-route to join the Bridge Classic Cars family, this…

After a full interior detail and a deep clean of the carpets. the newly refurbished interior has now been refitted.

Would you like to join one of the most successful car restoration companies in the U.K? As the move to our new bespoke premises in Pettestree near Woodbridge is nearing completion we are looking for new stars to join us….