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Saab 9-3 Engine Rebuild

December 10, 2019

Ady, Bridge Classic Cars’ in-house engine specialist has completely rebuilt the engine on our Saab 9-3. She’s now up and running beautifully. Fit and raring

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Paul visits his RS2000

December 9, 2019

Owner of this lovely Ford Escort RS2000, Paul, popped down to the Bridge Classic Cars Pettistree workshop last week. We’re so close now to completing

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1959 Morris J Type

November 29, 2019

Another vehicle returning to us at Bridge Classic Cars is this gorgeous little Morris J Type. Since the vehicle left us, the owner has done

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Saab 9-3

November 28, 2019

This 2006 Saab has been brought into us at Bridge Classic Cars as a non-runner. Ady, our engine specialist has found that the engine has

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RS2000 Interior Re-fit

November 27, 2019

After it’s visit to the Bridge Classic Cars in-house paint shop, our Ford Escort RS2000 is now having it’s interior re-fitted. John has fitted the

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1987 Porsche 930 Turbo Paint Complete

December 10, 2019

How good does this Porsche 930 Turbo now look!? After leaving our paint shop, the rear end of this lovely classic Porsche is looking beautiful once more.

1985 Mercedes Benz 280SL Wheel refurb

December 10, 2019

This lovely 1985 Mercedes Benz 280SL has been treated to a wheel refurb here at Bridge Classic Cars. After bringing the wheels up to such a high standards, we will now replace the wheel bolts to shine just as bright.

Saab 9-3 Engine Rebuild

December 10, 2019

Ady, Bridge Classic Cars’ in-house engine specialist has completely rebuilt the engine on our Saab 9-3. She’s now up and running beautifully. Fit and raring to take to the roads.

Christmas Hamper arrives from our friends SNG Barratt

December 10, 2019

What a lovely surprise at Bridge Classic Cars today. This lovely hamper was generously gifted to us from SNG Barratt. We would like to say a huge thank you to Pete, Alex and the entire SNG Barratt team for their fantastic service. They are absolutely the best in the game when it comes to Jaguar Parts for our restoration projects.

We look forward to continuing working with you through the New Year, breathing a fresh lease of life into Jaguars for many years to come. Merry Christmas!

Prepping the Bridge Classic Cars Trailer

December 10, 2019

Ahead of Mauro and Pete’s trip over to Rushton Engineering / International Restorations in Exeter this morning, Mauro has given our trailer a thorough strip down and service.

This preventative maintenance is essential to keep our fleet of vehicles rolling along without any issues. Our 1972 Series 3 Jaguar E-type will now be brought back to our Suffolk workshop to continue this vehicle’s restorative works.

1971 MGB Roadster- Pre Sale Inspection

December 10, 2019

Upon close inspection, we’ve found a fault with the MGB’s Starter motor and Distributor. Ady, Bridge Classic Cars’ engine specialist is now on the case to either repair or replace the faulty components.

New Showroom Arrival- 1971 MGB Roadster

December 10, 2019

This weekend we picked up this lovely green MGB Roadster, soon to be up for sale with us at Bridge Classic Cars. Before it enters our showroom it will be subject to a full mechanical inspection, ensuring this lovely sports car is fighting fit for its next owner.

1967 Jaguar E-Type Racecar: Now with wheels!

December 9, 2019

She’s really starting to look the part now! Our stunning E-type racecar is now sitting proudly on wheels. Painted in our in-house paint shop by Darren to match the metalic grey and with tyres fitted by Graeme from We Fit Any Tyres Anywhere.

Paul has also sourced new period correct gauges for our E-type to sit within our new look dashboard.

Paul visits his RS2000

December 9, 2019

Owner of this lovely Ford Escort RS2000, Paul, popped down to the Bridge Classic Cars Pettistree workshop last week. We’re so close now to completing work on this lovely car. We can’t wait to see it back on the road and being enjoyed once more. Was lovely to see you, Paul!

1989 BMW 325 M Sport paintwork

December 9, 2019

Our lovely E30 BMW 325 M Sport is out enjoying some sun after a partial respray.

Darren has done a marvellous job in repairing the paintwork on this lovely classic BMW.

1960 Jensen 541R completed paintwork

December 9, 2019

Our Jensen has emerged out of the paint shop and can be seen gleaming in the sun. Chris has done a fabulous job on our Jensen 541R. Black is arguably the hardest colour to get just right, however Chris has worked wonders, firstly preparing the panels to be perfectly smooth, before then applying this stunning deep black paint.

Getting ready for the Christmas auction

December 9, 2019

We arrived at Sandown Racecourse on Sunday with our 1971 MG B Roadster and 1991 BMW 318i Cabriolet, all prepared and ready for Tuesday’s Barons Christmas Classic Auction.

We popped back Monday to get a sneak peek of all the cars available on the day, all being positioned and cleaned ready for the big day tomorrow.

A lot of fantastic cars to look out for in this sale, we have our eye on one or two…

A lot of excitement surrounding the 2014 Land Rover Defender Works V8 70th Edition. One to watch would also be the 1967 Mercedes 250 SL Pagoda but with a room full of amazing classics it is sure to be a good day tomorrow.

We also bumped into Anthony James Saxon Kearsley of Lizard Lick Classic Motor Cars Ltd fame. Great to meet you and hear about your incredible collection of cars.

1987 Porche 930 Turbo – Paint Repair

December 5, 2019

This absolutely gorgeous ‘Whale Tail’ Porsche 930 Turbo is in with us at Bridge Classic Cars for a bodywork / paint repair as well as electrical repairs to the sunroof.

1977 Ford Escort RS2000

December 4, 2019

John has been busy working hard on our lovely RS2000. After a substantial restoration the vehicle is now going back together piece by piece. The door seals and cards have been refitted, as have the seats. John’s fitted sound deadening insulation underneath the floor carpets before re-installing the entire interior trim.

BMW 325 M Sport Arch Repair

December 2, 2019

As is quite common with E30 BMW’s of this age, our lovely 325 M Sport is in need of some wheel arch repair. It’s now down with Darren in the Paint shop for fabrication and repair before being painted in identical matching paint.

1973 Jaguar E-Type – On it’s way…

November 30, 2019

We awake this morning to hear that our 1973 Jaguar E-Type is now one step closer to our Woodbridge workshops.

“We are pleased to inform you that your 1973 Jaguar XKE Roadster has been delivered to the freight forwarder Direct Express Inc. Please allow 1-2 weeks for your vehicle and documentation to clear US Customs. Once approved, they will be able to provide more detailed information regarding your shipment.

Beverly Hills Car Club
Shipping Department

Beverly Hills Car Club Inc.
Mailing Address: 9663 Santa Monica Blvd. #913, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Showroom Address: 4576 1/2 Worth Street, Los Angeles, CA 90063
Office: (310) 975-0272 Fax: (310) 494-0443 Email: shipping@beverlyhillscarclub.com



1955 Austin Healey – Test Drive

November 29, 2019

Dave has been working hard on our 1955 Austin Healey ahead of the owner seeing the car this weekend. It’s getting very near completion now. We can’t wait to see this gorgeous Healey back on the road after our recent restoration works.

1959 Morris J Type

November 29, 2019

Another vehicle returning to us at Bridge Classic Cars is this gorgeous little Morris J Type. Since the vehicle left us, the owner has done loads of wonderful work to this vehicle.

The J type will be heading into our trim shop for interior restoration.

1985 Mercedes Benz 280SL Revisits Us

November 29, 2019

Coming back to us at Bridge Classic Cars is this wonderful Mercedes 280 SL. It’s owner would like the car in tip top shape for his return to the UK for Christmas. As such, the vehicle is having a thorough service and the wheels will be refurbished.

MG A Engine is reassembled

November 28, 2019

Ady, our in-house engine specialist here at Bridge Classic Cars has done a wonderful job assembling the engine and gearbox on our 1960 MG A. After a total engine rebuild we can’t wait to see this back in the car and starting for the first time!

1967 Jaguar E-Type Racecar details

November 28, 2019

A few more additions have been made to our Racecar in the last few days. The chrome fuel filler cap and steel pressed number plates are now fitted. Here at Bridge Classic Cars we love authentic steel pressed plates.

2013 Mercedes-Benz E220 AMG

November 28, 2019

Coming in for a service today is this lovely Mercedes-Benz E220 AMG. While performing our extensive service checks Pete and Tom noted the front tyres were in need of replacing. Later the same day, the tyres were fitted by our friends at We Fit Tyres Anywhere.

1955 Austin Healey Gearbox seals

November 28, 2019

The gearbox seals have been replaced of our 1955 Austin Healey. Now that it has been removed and fully rebuilt. The gearbox is now being re-married with the engine.

Saab 9-3

November 28, 2019

This 2006 Saab has been brought into us at Bridge Classic Cars as a non-runner. Ady, our engine specialist has found that the engine has a broken cam-belt and broken rocker fingers. He’s busy stripping the engine and will be diagnosing and fixing any potential faults he finds to get this vehicle back out onto the road.

Daihatsu Copen Roof Rack

November 28, 2019

The little Copen Kei car is slightly short on luggage space. But not any more! Paul has fitted this roof rack onto our Daihatsu Copen and it looks simply fabulous. great work, Paul.

1964 Daimler Dart Water Pump

November 28, 2019

Our 1964 Daimler dart, currently for sale at Bridge Classic Cars needed a new water pump. As with all the cars we present for sale, this vehicle was inspected by our classic car technicians. It was found to have a leaking water pump. As such, we’re replacing with a new water pump so the vehicle is in top condition ready for the vehicles next owner.

RS2000 Interior Re-fit

November 27, 2019

After it’s visit to the Bridge Classic Cars in-house paint shop, our Ford Escort RS2000 is now having it’s interior re-fitted. John has fitted the door seals, rear seats, door cards, sound deadening and insulation.

After much hard work, this lovely Ford is nearing completion.

Sourcing a US Jaguar E-Type

November 27, 2019

We were recently approached by a good friend of Bridge Classic Cars to source a V12 Series Three Jaguar E-Type. We found this lovely example for sale from US classic car sales company, Beverly Hills Car Club.

Although the vehicle looks in fine condition, this E-Type will need to undergo a full restoration to bring it up to our exceedingly high standards. We can’t wait to see this stunning car arrive on British soil.

To keep up to date with this project and our other restoration projects here at Bridge Classic Cars, keep an eye on the ‘Projects’ section of our website.

Bridge Classic Cars are award winning Classic Car Restoration and Maintenance specialists. Your pride and joy is in safe hands with our expert Classic Car Technicians. Take a look at our awards here.

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