Gregg carried out the removal of the engine from our 1979 Reliant Scimitar. Once the engine was taken out of the bay, he proceeded to clean down the heavily greased and oil-covered components. Particular attention was given to the oil-soaked manifolds, which were sandblasted to remove the built-up grime and contaminants in preparation for further […]
James Bond has access to some very cool vehicles. Whether he is driving on the road, flying through the air, or travelling by sea, he always seems to have a vehicle that is just right for the situation. However, the James Bond of the future will be environmentally conscious, so he will need some new […]
An extremely rare and historically significant 1930s Mercedes-Benz has recently sold for more than £250,000 despite being in need of a full and in-depth restoration. It was sold via Manor Park Classics on 19th July 2025. This Mercedes-Benz 380 (W22) Cabriolet A is believed to be one of just 16 built, and was discovered as […]
Everyone here at Bridge Classic Cars is saddened to hear of the passing of Adam Reason, the man behind Reason Porsche and a good friend of our director, Gordon. I’m sure Gordon has many stories to tell about his friendship with Adam but, from a personal point of view, I had a very brief interaction […]
There are some classic cars that are iconic in their own right. However, from time to time, certain classics raise the bar when it comes to being recognised and acknowledged. We recently got to experience this first-hand when our absolutely stunning (and always iconic) 1965 Aston Martin DB5 became a sustainable vehicle! Thanks to our […]
Vauxhall’s GSE sub-brand is heading into a new electrified era. As of today (Monday, 21st July 2025), GSE models will be fully electric. New cars, zero emissions – that is what we need right now! The change to EV is being introduced with a new campaign and a short film called Three Letters, which shows […]
VETO® is all about making better choices, for your health, your relationships, and the planet. The brand promotes living well and saying no to anything that holds you back, including alcohol. Originally launched in 2020 as a plant-based food company, VETO® has since moved into the world of alcohol-free drinks. Their two lagers, PLAY and […]
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced plans to cut up to 500 management roles in the UK as part of a voluntary redundancy programme. This is said to be directly linked to new US trade tariffs and changing sales performance. The company said the redundancies, representing less than 1.5% of its UK workforce, are part […]
We have recently welcomed our 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE back into the workshop. While it is with us, its engine will be removed for the relevant work to be completed.
Our 1973 Jaguar E-Type Roadster Series 3 is now back home in France. Tony enjoyed a nice few days our of the office on this delivery. The photos he sent back made us all very jealous.
Can you please pass on my thanks to Craig. We had a great time. Nick and Molly made it a great night and made us very welcome. Thanks to all at Bridge Classic Cars
Stellantis has announced that it is discontinuing development of its hydrogen fuel cell technology, saying that a lack of infrastructure, high investment costs, and limited market viability in the near term were the reasons behind the decision. The decision means the end of its plans for hydrogen-powered Pro One vans, which were set to begin […]
An old friend was used in a photoshoot for the upcoming Festival of Classic and Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall. Our 1960 Jensen 541S looks as stunning as ever.
Back in March, Stephen Harris won our 1968 Lotus Cortina MK1. He has recently been in touch with an update : “I’m home and enjoying the Lotus Cortina. I’ve attached a couple of photos. One of the Cortina relaxing with its stablemate, and the other from Eilean Donan castle, where I stopped off for coffee […]
We were recently contacted by a former winner of one of our competitions. Nick Fiore won our 1991 Masertari BiTurbo Spyder E back in 2022, and he has been enjoying it ever since. Most recently, he has been driving it on a tour of Italy and, as you can see, it looks very happy being […]
Here is a short story from Phil Pownall and his 1948 Triumph Roadster, told in Phil’s own words. “In the early 1970s, when I was in my early 20s, my dad had a 1948 Triumph Roadster. The picture shows my then-girlfriend, now my lovely wife for 48 years, in the car. I recently posted this […]
From 16th July 2025, UK drivers will be able to claim up to £3,750 off a new electric car, thanks to a new £650 million government grant aimed at making EVs more affordable and encouraging the transition away from petrol and diesel. The new Electric Car Grant (ECG) will apply to new zero-emission vehicles priced […]
This is one of those times when words aren’t needed. All I will say is that our 1956 Jensen 541 has come to the end of its restoration and is looking incredible!
Tony took the chassis of our 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe off to be powder-coated. It is now back with us, ready to continue its restoration.
Gregg has cut out some sub-par welding patch work on our 1978 Mercedes 350SL and repaired it. He also removed the outer sill and prepared the inner sill for paint. Greg removed the passenger side inner sill, ground it down, and applied epoxy primer.
Chris has removed the steering rack of our 1969 Audi 70L before removing more rust. He then masked it up and applied epoxy primer to the roof and engine bay. Gregg has also made a new piece for the bottom of one of the doors before fitting it.
The photographs below document the bent front quarter bumper support steel on our 1963 Rover P4, along with a distorted number plate plinth, both of which required careful straightening. The centre section of the exhaust had suffered from a substandard weld that had failed; Steve removed the old material from both mating surfaces and re-welded […]
Mauro has stripped some of the interior of our 1965 Jaguar MK2 in order to repair some dents. Once her had levelled the panels, he primed the car and painted. it. He then polished the car.
The Goodwood Festival of Speed 2025 is now finished! We were lucky enough to be there, and it was another incredible event, albeit an extremely hot and sweaty one. Celebrating 75 Years of Formula 1 The 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed had a heavy focus on Formula 1. It was all part of the celebration […]
Over 70% of Earth’s surface is covered by the ocean, but only about a quarter of the seafloor has actually been mapped. That’s going to change, though, thanks to a project called Seabed 2030. What is Seabed 2030? The goal of Seabed 2030 is to map every bit of the ocean floor by the year […]
Yesterday, I stood next to the Jaguar Type 00. I’ve obviously written about this car before, and I’ve seen images and a range of videos. However, seeing it in person and having a conversation with the Director of Jaguar UK, next to the car, really brought it to life. Attention Grabbing Jaguar Type 00 The […]
RBW EV Cars, the British company making hand-built electric vehicles styled like classic roadsters, is making its first appearance at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed. Founded in 2017 by Peter Swain and a team of former Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin, and Jaguar engineers, RBW doesn’t convert classic cars to EVs; instead, they build from the […]
MG has revealed two new all-electric models at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. The new MG IM5 saloon and MG IM6 SUV fit under MG’s “Intelligence in Motion” banner, which is all about combining cutting-edge tech with performance and everyday usability. The IM5 is an executive saloon that offers up to 441 miles of […]
The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray has officially been revealed in the UK, making its debut at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. It’s the first electrified, all-wheel-drive Corvette, and it looks incredible! This new Corvette has been designed to give everyday usability without compromising on raw performance. Offered as both a coupe and a convertible, […]