Tony recently collected several of our motorbikes being stored at our storage facility and brought them back to the workshop.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday 7th October 2024 Bridge Classic Cars Welcome the Future with MG Cyberster Test Drive Day Bridge Classic Cars, known for its passion for restoring and preserving classic cars, is very excited to announce an exciting event that combines the past with the future. On Saturday, 12th October 2024, the MG Cyberster […]
Just a few hours ago, McLaren revealed its brand new supercar, the W1, as the successor to the iconic McLaren F1 and P1. The W1 combines Formula 1 style aerodynamics, hybrid technology, and lightweight engineering to deliver what McLaren calls the “ultimate supercar experience.” Powertrain The W1 has a hybrid powertrain, combining the all-new MHP-8 […]
Welcome to Bridge Classic Cars! Our latest arrival is our 2002 Ford Thunderbird very much in need of some TLC. The car has been in dry storage for some time now and has made it’s way into our possession from the storage company. What do you think? The Ford Thunderbird was manufactured and marketed by […]
The Bridge Classic Cars team have been at it again! After another jam packed week they sit down to go through everything that’s been going on at the Suffolk HQ. They talk through synthetic fuels after our visit from Jake at P1 Fuels, our love of Aston Martins as well as a sneak peek at […]
On Sunday (6th October), Kia UK is going to reveal a very special vehicle as part of the celebrations marking the brand’s 80th anniversary. The exclusive ‘restomod’ – a restored and modified car – will debut at the Bicester Heritage ‘Scramble’ event. This one-of-a-kind vehicle has been created from a donor vehicle taken from Kia’s […]
Work in progress on our gearbox and overdrive unit rebuild.
Vauxhall has started UK customer trials for its hydrogen-powered van, the Vivaro HYDROGEN. Over the next few months, a range of companies, including those with some of the largest fleets in the country, will be involved in these trials. This is all in preparation for the launch of the Movano HYDROGEN, which will be Vauxhall’s […]
The UK is officially turning its back on coal-powered electricity after 142 years, as the final active coal plant in Ratcliffe-on-Soar shut down for the final time this week. It’s hard to put into words how big of a deal this is; as coal was the foundation of the Industrial Revolution that changed the country […]
The first Norton F1R motorcycle to be produced and raced will be available to buy at an auction hosted by H&H Classics at the National Motorcycle Museum on Wednesday 30th October 2024. The bike is estimated to sell for between £52,000 and £56,000. This 1990 Norton F1R is frame number one and was the first […]
The 2003 MG ZT SE 260 V8 was an attention-grabber within MG Rover’s ZT range, as it was a performance-oriented saloon featuring a potent 4.6-litre V8 engine. This was very different from the rest of the ZT lineup, most of which were front-wheel drive with smaller, less powerful engines. The rear-wheel-drive configuration, paired with the […]
Recently, a customer (and good friend) of ours moved house. While this might not mean much to you, he very kindly sent us some photos of his growing car collection being moved from his old house to his new one. You can’t deny that there are some very special cars in this collection and we’re […]
The 2024 Goodwood Revival, as always, delivered an incredible weekend of vintage racing, celebrations, and plenty of nostalgia. Running from Friday, September 6th, to Sunday, September 8th, the event welcomed legendary drivers, beautiful classic cars, and some very exciting, albeit wet, races, all while championing sustainability. In a world-first for historic motorsport, the entire race […]
Jonn has swapped and rewired the revere lights and rear fog lights on our 2007 Caterham 120 Roadsport. Chris also did some paint repairs.
Chris has prepped, primed, and painted the side boxes of our 2016 BMW S1000 XR.
Our 1960 Jensen 541R has continued to make progress. Various parts have been painted and the wheel tubs are being looked at to see what their shape is like. Paul fitted the springs to the subframe and prepared the engine mounts for paint too.
Chris has been painting various components of our 1973 Ferrari Dino in dtm black.
Chris has been prepping and painting with dtm the backing plate for the number plate of our 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4.
Tony recently made the long drive up to Scotland to deliver our 1933 Austin Seven to lucky winner Garry.
Each year, World EV Day promotes the importance of sustainable transport, and this year, in 2024, it’s probably more relevant than ever. As the world is realising our battle with climate change is going to be a big one, the electric vehicle (EV) initiative offers a cleaner, greener alternative to fossil-fuelled vehicles. On September 9th, […]
Earlier this week, a group of Bridge Classic Cars members had the opportunity to take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Morgan Motor Company, joined by Molly and Tony. The trip gave everyone an insight into the craftsmanship that goes into producing one of Britain’s most iconic vehicles. One highlight was seeing the assembly process being […]
Paul has been preparing the front suspension and brakes of our 1956 Jensen 541 ready for assembly.
Here are Jonn’s notes relating to the repairs completed on our 1973 Rover P5: Continue replacing coolant hoses. Cut top rad hose and fit fan control in hose. Waiting for thermostat. Raise and replace propshaft centre bearing mounts. Resecure. Lube prop slider joint. Remove offside front wheel. Strip and replace track rod end rubbers and […]
Jonn has been investigating a charging issue with our 1994 TVR Chimaera. Here are his notes: Looked in to car not charging. Battery light not illuminating on dash. Investigated wiring to alternator checking feeds and connections. Warning light wiring was in the incorrect place. Reposition wiring to correct position and check light on dash, now […]
Volvo Cars is continuing to push forward with its electrification strategy, with five fully electric vehicles (EVs) already on the market and five more in development. Aiming for full electrification remains a central part of the company’s long-term goals, which also include achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. However, in light of shifting […]
Save the date: Sunday, 27th July 2025, as Bridge Classic Cars host our Summer Social! This will be a relaxed car meet and the perfect way to spend a summer morning, whether you’re a classic car enthusiast or simply enjoy admiring beautiful vehicles. Everyone is welcome – with or without a classic car! Running from […]
The Caterham Academy is an incredible starting point for anyone who’s ever wanted to enter the world of motorsport. Launched in 1995, this series is designed exclusively for novice drivers, giving people with no racing experience the chance to be on the track in a proper race car. Over 1,300 drivers have gone through the […]
Our 1959 Ford Zephyr has recently gone live on the Bridge Classic Cars Competitions website. This is one of, if not, the best example you will find of this memorable classic. Following a three-year restoration by its previous owner, our Zephyr looks incredible and will make the winner an extremely happy one! All the details […]
It is with huge sadness that we share the news that our colleague and friend, Brian, recently passed away after a brief battle with lung cancer. Brian was not just an incredible interior trimmer at Bridge Classic Cars; he was someone everyone loved and enjoyed working with. His passing has left us all shocked and […]
Clinton has spent quite a bit of time recently fabricating some new components for our 1951 Austin Devon Pickup. His focus has been on the bed buck. As you can see from the photos below, the newly fabricated components are a big improvement from the original ones. Progress continues to be made and we are […]