Jonn attended to the lighting modifications on our 2007 Caterham Seven Roadsport 120 in preparation for its return to France. The work involved converting the lights to a left-hand drive (LHD) specification. The rear fog and reverse lights were removed, and the power wiring was adjusted accordingly. The reverse light power wire was extended from […]
Jonn carried out a check of fluid levels and performed a road test on our 1987 Morgan 4/4 before bringing it into the workshop for an appraisal. An initial walk-around inspection was conducted on the floor before proceeding with a more detailed appraisal. The braking system was examined, beginning with the front brakes, which were […]
BYD has introduced its Super e-Platform which looks to have a big impact on the charging potential of electric vehicles (EVs). The platform, featuring a 1,000V vehicle architecture, enables charging speeds comparable to refuelling a petrol car and can add two kilometres of range per second. Impressive Charging Speed The system is based around a […]
Close Brothers Group has reported a pre-tax operating loss of £103 million for the first half of its financial year, leading to a 14% decline in its share price. This big drop is primarily due to a £165 million provision set aside in anticipation of a potential customer redress scheme, pending the outcome of the […]
Ineos Automotive has issued a recall to thousands of its Grenadiers due to a defect in the exterior door handles. The release buttons on these handles can remain depressed after closing, potentially causing doors to open unexpectedly while driving. This issue stems from insufficient grease application during assembly. In the United States, over 7,000 […]
We are extremely proud to have been recognised one more time for our sustainability efforts. Bridge Classic Cars has been shortlisted as a finalist for the Sustainability Award at the AM Awards 2025. This recognition highlights our ongoing work and commitment to creating a more sustainable future for classic cars while preserving their incredible history. […]
A short while ago, we welcomed our 1975 Triumph TR6 into the Bridge CLassic Cras workshop. It has come in for the workshop team to investigate an oil leak, replace the wing mirrors, and some paintwork too. We look forward to seeing it progress and having it back out on the road very soon.
A rare 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood Series Seventy-Five Limousine, first owned by John Entwistle, bassist of The Who, is heading to auction. The classic American luxury car is expected to sell for between £15,000 and £25,000 when it goes up for sale with H&H Classics at the Imperial War Museum in Duxford, Cambridgeshire, on Wednesday 9th […]
The RA4 Vanguard, built in Christchurch, New Zealand, in 1950/51, made its debut at the 1951 Lady Wigram International meeting. At a time when front-engine layouts dominated Grand Prix racing, the RA4 was ahead of its time with a revolutionary mid-engine design – something only seen in the new 500cc Formula Three cars of the […]
The rebuild of our 1951 Austin Devon has made a good amount of progress recently. Rob has been hard at work putting this classic pick up back together and, as you can see from the photos, it is now starting to look much more like a restoration that is heading toward the finish line. There […]
Our 1956 Jensen 541 has come a long way since it first arrived in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. After being cleaned recently, the car was looking incredible and we can’t wait to see it back out on the road very soon.
Chris has been painting various engine parts of our 1975 MGB GT V8, He has also been cleaning the ridges on the rocker covers.
The owner of our 1985 Mercedes 500SL very kindly sent us some photos and footage of them enjoying the beautiful classic on the roads in Switzerland. Even with the roof down in the snow, it looks very much at home and as stunning as ever.
Jonn has continued his work on reassembling the rear axle of our 1987 Mercedes 500SL. He has now fitted the hubs and discs as well as fitting the new calipers and new pads. He also made brake pipes and fitted the brackets for these.
Our 1960 Jensen 541R has been fully masked and been in polyfan. A guide coat has been applied to the car, and the polyfan has been rubbed down using 180-grit sandpaper. The vehicle is now ready for its final primer application. Before sending the side trims for chroming, they have been marked out and aligned […]
The engine and gearbox of our very rare 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 are now complete and are ready to go back in the car when the time comes. Chris has applied epoxy primer and painted the inside of the bonnet too. This had to be done now as, when the bonnet frame goes back into […]
The headlamps of our 1968 Morris Minor Traveller were misty on the inside. Steve removed them from the car, washed them out and dried them. They were then refitted to the car and they now look much better.
UK drivers are facing an increasing financial burden due to pothole damage, with new data revealing a steep rise in repair costs. According to the latest Pothole Impact Tracker (PIT) report from Kwik Fit, the total bill for pothole-related vehicle damage has increased to £1.7 billion over the past year. The average repair cost is […]
One of our former competition cares, our 1958 Austin Healey 100/6 is currently for sale through Bonhams Online. We remember this car very well and we are very pleased to see it is still looking as stunning as ever. There are still a few days left if you want to bid on the car and […]
Jonn has completed the following work on our 2000 BMW Z3: The remote key battery was replaced and tested, functioning correctly. A road test was carried out, revealing a slight vibration when braking, though this improved with continued driving. An initial appraisal was conducted, during which the battery was placed on charge, and the wheels […]
Pete has been stripping the suspension and steering hub of our 1969 Aston Martin DB6 Volante. He has prepared each individual component for shot blasting and powder coating. He also drained the rear diff oil.
The strip down of our 1978 Mercedes 350SL included the removal of various components, ranging from the bumpers to the centre console. The offside door was documented during disassembly, while the nearside door was handled by Steve. Alongside the removal of parts, the window regulator catches, and other door components were thoroughly cleaned. The door […]
Dave has been busy building up the chassis and running gear of our 1954 Jaguar XK120. As you can see from the photos below, it is a big job that involves quite a lot of components (and time!)
Now that our former events space, The Atelier has turned into an extension of the workshop, the white floor that looked so good for events wasn’t quite right for its new role. Recently, a new floor has been laid that matches the blue of the main workshop. It took a bit of time and effort […]
A new competition car has arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop – our 2000 BMW Z3. Once it has been assessed by the workshop team, it will be prepared for photographing and filming before eventually being won by a very lucky person.
According to new research from eBay, 11% of drivers admit they have never checked the condition of their wiper blades, despite their important role in maintaining visibility and passing an MOT. Worryingly, the study seems to show a big lack of awareness, with one in five drivers (20%) unaware that faulty wiper blades could lead […]
A rare 1977 Ferrari 512 BB ‘Wide Body’ with just 6,000 miles on the clock is going up for sale with H&H Classics at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford, on April 9th, 2025. This one-owner example, estimated to sell for between £150,000-£170,000, is believed to be unique among the 101 UK-delivered right-hand-drive models. A Custom […]
Morgan Motor Company has introduced the Supersport today. This will now be its new flagship model, and is built on the all-new CXV aluminium platform, The Supersport delivers enhanced torsional rigidity, refined suspension, and improved steering for a more connected and engaging driving experience. A Modern Take On Traditional Design Staying true to Morgan’s philosophy […]
At Paris Fashion Week, the brand-new Jaguar Type 00 was seen out on the road for the very first time. Still in its concept form, it definitely got a lot of attention.
After being collected by Tony, Ben started work on our 1968 Morris Minor Traveller. He has been removing the rust from the underside of the car and putting fresh underseal on. New spark plugs have been fitted and gapped too.