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 the headphone jack. There is no need to have a radio installed in your vehicle, […]
[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 visitor. Although the owner has been unable to have her out of the garage for […]
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 getting her in to our paint-shop to be prepared and painted.
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 searched high and low for a new set of carpets with little results we put a […]
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 begin to flower in England. The event is steeped in pomp and tradition, and is […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Her are some of our video highlights from the 2018 76th Goodwood Member’s Meeting.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buFcTwWTC4M”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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 today and could be yours in time for summer. it was nice and sunny for […]
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 reclines as it should.
[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_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gqr7Z5FzMbc”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
[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 years, the car has suffered from the ever changing Scottish temperatures. The body has unfortunately […]
[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 back up and running and hopefully back on the road someday. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UH_YABQmYEg”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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 being bent the wrong way. It was a great find by Peter and a quick […]
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 a few of the Suffolk car shows this year.
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 metalwork needs to be cut out at the source and replaced with new. Not tackling […]
[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. W have called upon the help of our good friend Ron from K.A.R.R Solutions who […]
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 in now for a general check over and to correct any minor issues that have […]
[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 have acquired the vehicles with a view to recommissioning them. Once back at our workshops […]
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 the panel as well as act as extra protection in the form of a special […]
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 concealed blue-tooth audio set up.
A trip down the A14 for us as we look to get the Master Cylinder and Slave Cylinder refurbished by the guys at Past Parts. Past Parts specialise in the supply and re-manufacture of braking and clutch parts for a range of older vehicles including older and classic cars, classic motorcycles, commercial and agricultural vehicles, […]
Car show and display of Vintage & Classic Vehicles – Drive It Day 2018 returns to Kersey Mill on Sunday 22nd April. A showcase of spectacular Vintage & Classic cars. A day out for all the family, admire the beautiful cars, tour the mill and gardens, sample the delicious cakes, teas, coffees & lunches. Various […]
The engine was removed prior to the car arriving in our workshops. With the engine out we were able to respray in and around the engine bay.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are now at the final stages of the paint preparation for our 1983 Ford Capri. It was a huge task welding up the affected areas but now the work has been completed it has made the preparation far easier. Next time we see the car she’ll be looking fantastic with her new gleaming exterior.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]One final task to be carried out on our 1991 Nissan Figaro is to take a look at any areas underneath that require a clean down and under-seal. Once on the ramp it is evident that no under-seal is currently present and there are a few areas in particular that require attention prior to any sealing […]
We have had lots of work to do on the Ford Capri with the unveiling of the sills uncovering much more rot than we first anticipated. The affected areas have now been cut out, treated and new, improved components have been manufactured.
The day has come for our 1967 Jaguar E-Type race replica to head off to the paint shop for the full preparation and respray. Although we are now on the 11th hour, our choice of colours are yet to be finalised.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With the engine out for the gearbox and overdrive refit we decided to clean up and detail the engine. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”18288,18289,18290,18291,18292,18293,18294,18295,18296,18297″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The refurbished gearbox and overdrive have now been completed and the engine is back in position. The next step is the test drive.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”18298,18299,18300″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
With the ‘Beast From The East’ setting up home here in Suffolk and showing no signs of going anywhere soon, it’s the prefect time for our 1974 Triumph GT6 to come in for the gearbox and overdrive overhaul. This project is one for Andy so he’s now removing the engine to be able to get […]
With the engine work now complete on our 1944 Ford GPW Willys Jeep we couldn’t resist a quick photo opportunity this morning, out in the snow as we are set for another day of blizzards from ‘The Beast From The East’.