As we have been talking about Coachbuilt Whiskey quite a bit lately, it was great to see co-founder, and former Formula 1 World Champion, Jenson Button, share one of our social media posts to his 1.7 million followers on Instagram. We are very pleased that not only has Jenson seen our content but liked it […]
As the first run of the all-new Morgan Supersport has begun, the end of the Plus Six era is now here! After six years of production, the Plus Six has moved aside for the Supersport to take its place as the flagship model for the brand. To mark the occasion, Morgan team members all got […]
Jonn fitted a new manual washer pump to our 1978 MG Midget, primed the system, and tested it to ensure correct operation before securing it to the dashboard. The heater fan was tested by powering it directly, and an ignition live feed was checked from the fuse box. A dedicated wire was made to run […]
On Saturday night, we hosted an Evening With Coachbuilt Whisky. This event was exclusively for our members and our specially invited guests. We welcomed around 60 people into The Classic Lounge at Bridge Classic Cars, where they were met with a selection of Coachbuilt Whisky to try, including some incredible cocktails made by Max from […]
The UK government has officially relaxed its plan to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars. One of the key points from this update is that hybrid cars will not be banned until 2035, as long as they can cover a “significant distance” using electric power alone. A Smoother Transition The government says […]
Danish hypercar manufacturer Zenvo has revealed what they are calling ‘Mjølner’, a 6.6-litre quad-turbo V12 hybrid powertrain. Capable of producing up to 1,850bhp, it’s the most powerful V12 engine ever fitted to a road-legal car. Mjølner will be part of Zenvo’s upcoming Aurora hypercar, currently deep in development. While the V12 alone delivers 1,250bhp, an […]
McLaren Automotive is set to merge with British electric vehicle start-up Forseven – one of the biggest changes in the company’s 62-year history. The merger aims to expand McLaren’s model range beyond its traditional mid-engined supercars, potentially helping them produce SUVs and other vehicle types. The merger is facilitated by CYVN Holdings, an Abu […]
Last year, I wrote an article talking about the collapse of Cazoo. Now, though, it is making a comeback after being taken over by MOTORS. Earlier this week, on 2nd April 2025, Cazoo relaunched as a dedicated used car search platform. With a fresh website and over 200,000 listings from more than 5,000 UK dealers, […]
H&H Classics is hosting its ‘Take Off Sale’ at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford, on Wednesday 9th April 2025. The auction will feature 145 lots covering classic, collectible, and performance cars, with a combined estimated value of more than £4.8 million! The most valuable vehicle is a 1924 Rolls-Royce Springfield 40/50hp Silver Ghost Piccadilly Roadster, […]
Adam has masked the 1960 Jensen 541R and progressed it into the colour stage. An undercoat was applied first, followed by the main colour and then the clear coat. The wheel arches have been prepared, primed using a wet-on-wet process, and finished in satin black.
Adam has applied the final guide coat to our 1973 MGB Roadster and sanded it with P500. The car has since been cleaned and inspected in preparation for paint and is now ready to be masked up for colour.
Pete has continued with further repairs and weld dressing on our 1969 Aston Martin DB6 Volante. Fabrication of the wire frame has begun, and panel beating and straightening work is underway to address as many dents and imperfections as possible, with access gained to the rear using a hammer and dolly.
Rob has reassembled the gearbox on our 1975 Triumph TR6 using new gaskets and seals, and has refitted the overdrive unit with a new rear seal. A new clutch operating shaft and fork have been installed along with a new clutch, and the gearbox has been refitted to the car. New gearbox mounts have also […]
Mauro is continuing with the preparation work on our 1976 Jensen Interceptor in readiness for primer. Lydia has been working on the front seats, focusing on cutting and sewing several intricate and detailed sections. The foam has also been covered with a layer of scrim to enhance the level of plushness.
Steve has now fully stripped down our 1978 Mercedes 350SL. Bracing will be installed across the door openings and the body to prevent any twisting when the vehicle is removed from the ramp. The old underseal has also been cleaned off the grille components.
Aston Martin has officially been granted a Royal Warrant by His Majesty King Charles III. This means that, for the first time in the brand’s 112-year history, it will carry the royal arms of the reigning British sovereign. The news follows formal approval in May 2024 and comes after the College of Arms issued the […]
When Allen Swift passed away in 2005 at the age of 102, he left behind a very special car-related story. Back in 1928, while living in Springfield, Massachusetts, USA, Allen received a graduation gift that would end up being a big part of his life – a brand-new 1928 Rolls-Royce Phantom I. His father gave […]
As it is the 1st of April today, we thought we would share our favourite (what we assume to be) April Fools Day prank automotive news stories: Start Rescue Launches Touch-Free Winching with SPOOF Technology Start Rescue has revealed some new (and potentially game changing) recovery tech in the form of a wireless system that […]
Work has continued on our 1951 Austin Devon. Rob has been hard at work putting this beautiful classic pickup back together. Each time I go into the workshop, it’s fantastic to see the progress being made and to see it getting closer and closer to going back home.
Our 1973 Ferrari 246 GTS (Dino) has come to the end of its restoration journey here at Bridge Classic Cars. After arriving just over 12 months ago, it has undergone chassis repairs, been dry ice blasted, been stripped back to bare metal, and had a fresh coat of paint. Now that it is back together […]
Clinton has been fabricating new panels for our 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe. As this car is so rare, it can be tricky to find new or spare parts. Luckily Clinton is able to use his skills and experience to fabricate the bits he needs. Clinton has also been doing some weld repairs.
Jonn has drilled out the rivets in the driver’s sun visor in our 1968 MGC Roadster. He then asked Clinton to weld repair the broken bracket.
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 […]