Posts by Craig Ranson

When purchasing new manifolds for the Jaguar E-Type they typically come already enamelled from the supplier, unless you opt for the more expensive option of stainless steel. Our customer wished for us to purchase un-enamelled manifolds as he wanted to…

The seats are currently in the process of being freshened up to help disguise the age related wear that is starting to appear. Whilst the seats are out we have taken the opportunity to deep clean the full carpet throughout.

As part of the re-commissioning project of our 1998 Daimler Super V8, we have been instructed to strip back and treat the underneath of the car and get her weather proof and protected after years of wear and tear. Here…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The electric windows are in need of some attention. The windows are falling slightly to enable the door to open and close without any glass shattering. This is exactly what should happen but the issue we are faced with is…

Source: ClassicsWorld With historic vehicles set receive MoT exemptions from Sunday, May 20, it’s worth reminding ourselves of the new procedures owners will have to go through to get their car recognised as a Vehicle of Historic Interest (VHI). Owners…

This weekend we took a trip up the M6 to Manchester to visit the Air and Space Museum of Science and Industry. It was a unique opportunity to witness Tim Peake’s Spacecraft as it makes it’ temporary residency within the…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The 1971 Ford Capri respray is now complete. The fresh looking Tawny Brown finish has totally transformed the exterior of the car and with the engine out being detailed by the car’s owner we can’t wait to see her at…

Having recently purchased this original right hand drive 1966 Jaguar E-Type Series 1, the new owner has called upon our services to get her up and running and back on the road. This 1966 model is believed to have left…

The body rectifications have now been completed on our 1996 Jaguar XJR Supercharged. The car is now off to the paint shop to prepared for paint.

Ideal for hidden audio solutions! Our hidden Bluetooth amplifier allows you the option to retain the appearance of your vehicle interior whilst offering a quality sound from your mobile phone or other portable music devices either via Bluetooth or via…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We have, this morning, been to see a beautiful 1929 Morris Cowley safely tucked away somewhere in Suffolk. You may recognise the car from a lot of the classic car shows here in Suffolk with the current owner a frequent…

We have now completed the final sill repair work on our 1996 Jaguar XJR Supercharged. We’ve cut out, repaired and replaced the inner and outer sills on both sides of the car and now we are only days away from…

Our 1990 Morgan 4/4 is one of the most choices for weddings in the Blue Sky Classic Car Hire portfolio of classic cars. Unfortunately, one of the main areas that suffer with wear and tear is the foot-well carpets. Having…

Just as we thought we had addressed the rotten areas ready for paint we uncovering more behind the inner sills. Not a huge task but one that was unexpected so Tommy is busy working on correcting the areas.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Review Source: telegraph.co.uk by Ed Wiseman Image Source: bridgeclassiccars.co.uk by Craig Ranson The Goodwood Members’ Meeting is one of the most exclusive events of the motorsport calendar and serves as the traditional season opener for historic racing, traditionally held as daffodils…

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Today we are collecting our beautifully original 2005 Vauxhall VX220 Turbo to bring down and have prepared ready for re-sale. As original as you’ll get, our 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is undoubtedly one of the most appealing examples on the road…

At some stage recently the seat reclining mechanism had been wound up too much and has broken the internal operation. Having stripped the seat back to reveal the mechanism Pete has been able to resolve the issue. Now the seat…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We’ve managed to get our 1937 International C1 over the pit this morning to inspect the underneath and to assess the work that will need to be carried out. The brakes have now been stripped and will be completely overhauled….

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Battling through the ‘Beast From The East‘, our 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider has finally arrived in our Suffolk workshops from the stunning setting of Tigh An Eilean, Ross-shire, Scotland. Although having been dry stored, in a garage, for over 10…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Peter has spent the morning preparing the 1937 International engine ready for it’s first run up. It has been sitting in a field under cover for a number of years and it is our intention to look at getting her…

We noticed whilst on our ramps that the exhaust seemed very close to the tyre and upon closer inspection it was evident that it had been rubbing against the inner wall of the tyre. This was due to the bracket…

Our 1960 Jensen 541S is once again back in the original Pearl Grey finish as it was when new. The final polishing is yet to be completed and we should see her return to our Ipswich workshops sometime later this…

The Triumph GT6 engine and gearbox refurb is now complete and fitted back in. The car is now on its way back to Stowmarket and is now ready for the summer. We can’t wait to see this little beauty at…

The new wheel arches are now fitted up and ready for shaping. Tommy is now removing the inner sills and fabricating new as a direct replacement. As you can see, the sills have suffered hugely over the years and the…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]After 14 years being tucked up in a garage in Shieldaig, Scotland, our 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider has once again seen the daylight.  We have spent the morning freeing her up and getting ready for the long trip down to Suffolk….

We have now taken in the first of the fantastic collection of cars on offer at Big Sky Classic Car Hire. With a diary full of summer bookings, the cars have been off the road for the winter and have come…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This morning we successfully completed the removal of 1937 International and 1957 Ford F100 for their current position. Both vehicles have been left in storage for many years, in a yard, right here in Suffolk. Due to a bereavement we…

Tommy has made real progress over the last few days removing the existing wheel arches, repairing the internals and replacing with new. From leaving the factory, the Jaguar XJR inner arch was sealed using a second layer to help position…

We are now on to the final stretch of the full restoration of our 1967 Jaguar E-Type 2+2. John is fitting up the black interior with all of the modern additions including the bespoke Air Conditioning panels and the fully…