Jonn modified the battery hold-down bracket of our 1974 Triumph Stag to accommodate the slightly different dimensions of the new battery and secured it in place. The main battery cable was re-terminated with an eyelet suitable for attachment to the isolator, which was then refitted and secured. The power steering pump was refitted and its […]
Last week, we said goodbye to a longstanding member of the Bridge Classic Cars team as Mike Lloyd officially retired from his role as our accountant. Mike has been a huge part of the business for the last 5 years, and he will certainly be missed. Mike has worked with Gordon for most of his […]
Aston Martin has released images of its upcoming supercar, the Valhalla, as it nears the final stages of development. Seen both on-road in the UK and on-track in Spain, this limited-run hybrid looks like it’s going to be a very special car. With just 999 units planned for production starting in Q2 2025, the Valhalla […]
Used cars are selling fast in 2025, with March seeing average sale times drop to just 25 days, making it the quickest month on record, according to the latest figures from Auto Trader. This continues a strong start to the year, following January’s 31-day and February’s 28-day averages. The trend reflects high consumer demand, backed […]
Our 1955 MG Magnette has undergone some welding repairs on the rear upper shock mount. A general assessment of the vehicle last weekend fond it was in great shape, other than this so now that the repair is done, it is ready to get back out on the road.
Jonn carried out an appraisal of our 1975 Triumph Stag. The battery was charged but found to be dead. The spare tyre was checked, inflated, and refitted in the boot. The vehicle was raised for an inspection of the underside, including checks on the axle and gearbox fluid levels. All wheels were removed, and the […]
Aston Martin has revealed its brand new Vanquish Volante – its most powerful and fastest convertible to date. This stunning car is part of the celebration of 60 years since the first Volante – the rare 1965 Short Chassis. With a 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 under the bonnet and a top speed of 214mph, this is, […]
Jonn carried out a visual inspection underneath our 1980 MG Midget and greased all necessary points. The brakes were bled and the reservoir was topped up. Upon checking the coolant, brown sludge was discovered, prompting a full drainage and the beginning of a cooling system strip-down and clean. The radiator and associated pipework were removed […]
The Toyota Hilux has long been known as a dependable workhorse, tackling everything from rough trails to urban commutes without breaking a sweat. Now, it’s stepping into the electrified era with the introduction of the Hilux Hybrid 48V – a mild hybrid system that enhances performance without compromising the truck’s famed toughness. Available in the […]
Ipswich Town Women had a successful return to Portman Road on Sunday, with a 3-1 win over Plymouth Argyle, with a record-breaking attendance of 10,807. Goals from Lucy O’Brien, Natasha Thomas and Sophie Peskett gave the ITFC Women a well-deserved three points. Just two minutes after kickoff, Thomas sent in a low cross that Plymouth […]
We are supporting Ipswich Town FC Women as they return to Portman Road this weekend. Last season, more than 10,000 fans turned out to watch our local team dominate Chatham Town with a 5-0 win. This time, promotion is in their sights and, with some momentum behind them, the team will be playing Plymouth Argyle […]
INEOS Automotive has opened a state-of-the-art biomass heating plant at its Hambach production site. With an output of 9.2 megawatts, the €15 million facility will supply 78% of the site’s heating requirements. The plant is fuelled by up to 14,000 tonnes of locally and sustainably sourced woodchips each year, helping reduce the plant’s CO2 emissions […]
We are incredibly proud that last night, Bridge Classic Cars was announced as the winner of the Behaviour Change Campaign of the Year at the first-ever East Anglia Clean & Green Awards 2025! It is incredible that we have been recognised for our work in driving positive behaviour change within the classic car community through […]
Eddie Jordan, the former Formula 1 team owner and television pundit, has passed away at the age of 76. Eddie was known for his larger-than-life personality and influence in the motorsport world before he sadly died in the early hours of this morning after battling aggressive prostate cancer. In a statement, his family said: “It […]
Former Formula 1 World Champion Jenson Button is returning to the Goodwood Revival this year, where he’ll be racing his own 1962 Jaguar E-Type in the Royal Automobile Club (RAC) TT Celebration. Taking place from Friday 12th September to Sunday 14th September, the Revival is always one of the biggest motoring events of the year. […]
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 […]