1947 MG TC Valet
We have called in the services of Paul Johnson Valeting this weekend to give our 1947 MG TC a thorough clean up. As the car
We have called in the services of Paul Johnson Valeting this weekend to give our 1947 MG TC a thorough clean up. As the car
Awaiting restoration, we have our 1960 Jensen 541R with matching number engine. The Jensen Owner’s Club have confirmed the identity of the vehicle so she
Looking for a new home. Our 1967 Jaguar E-Type body shell is now primed and in storage ready to find a new home or a
We often get asked if it is possible for 2 people to go on a 2 week holiday, take everything they need, including the 2
We have some substantial engine issues to contend with on our 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow 1. The head gasket has gone which has resulted
Our 2008 Bentley Continental rear seat has now been repaired and re-fitted and we are ready for the weekend at Helmingham Hall Festival of Classic
We have discovered that our newest arrival, our 1947 MG TC has little to no brakes so busy has got to working stripped and rebuilding.
David Turnage from the Jensen Owner’s Club has visited today to inspect our three Jensen’s. In order to register the cars, a representative from the
A leak from the roof has caused the rear seats in our Bentley Continental to stain. We’ll look at a cleaning option for removing the
A common issue on the MkII Mazda MX5 is the corrosion within the sills. Our 2003 Mazda MX-5 has arrived in our workshops having failed
The newly trimmed dash, complete with polished dials, is in position which means the electrics can now be wired up. Thank you, as always, to
Our freshly polishing wheels trims are now back on the wheels and back on the car look lovely.
Arriving in our workshops today we have our 1986 Volkswagen Golf cabriolet. The car is in for a full respray which will also consist of
Donna has fitting out our 1956 Ford Consul with brand new carpets throughout. Whilst doing so, Brian has been busy cleaning up the existing interior
Arriving soon to join the Bridge Classic Cars family we have our 1947 MGTC. We’ll be looking to carry out the routine checks with an
We have just received a lovely email from the owners to show us it’s new home. ‘Stain in his new home. A big thank-you to
Our 1959 Morris J Type is complete and ready to return home for rebuild.
More images from the body work preparation. Here we have the fibre-glass front wing/arches as well as the side skirts being perfected; to remove all
Our 1947 MG TC has arrived in our workshops for a recommission. The c ar has been regularly used up until recently so we are
Having owned the car for just under a week, the current owner is new to the classic car scene but has always wanted the iconic
One of the star attractions of last week’s Classic & Sports Car & Bike Show was our 1974 De Tomaso Pantera. The engine work is
We had the pleasure of Owen joining us for work experience here at Bridge Classic Cars. We were really impressed with Owen’s attitude and know
Busy weekend ahead as we work on the final preparations for the biggest event of the Bridge Classic Cars calendar, our Classic & Sports Car
Our engine guru Adrian Offord’s freshly painted Lightning Rod featured on UK Vintage Oval Racing‘s Facebook page, viewed by their 1700 avid followers.
Pete has replaced the nut on the De Tomaso Pantera’s wheel bearing.
Ady is currently cleaning out the corrosion in our Mercedes 220 engine.
In our workshops this week we have our 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow with a suspected head gasket. Upon starting, we are immediately experiencing pressurise
Running up our 1962 TVR Engine after rebuild. Prior to Ady rebuilding the engine, it had been left in bits for many years with the
Our boys Ady and Andrew are keeping themselves busy of their time away from the workshops preparing their race cars for some upcoming events. Ady
Our fantastic little 1933 Austin 7 is in our workshops with an ongoing charging issue. The dynamo has been rebuilt a number of times but
We have called in the services of Paul Johnson Valeting this weekend to give our 1947 MG TC a thorough clean up.
As the car has been sitting outside (under cover) for some time the body work was looking really tired and paintwork faded.
The clean has completely transformed the look of the car and given it a new lease of life.
Now we need to address the water leak issue…
Awaiting restoration, we have our 1960 Jensen 541R with matching number engine. The Jensen Owner’s Club have confirmed the identity of the vehicle so she will be stored away until such time as a full restoration can begin.
Looking for a new home. Our 1967 Jaguar E-Type body shell is now primed and in storage ready to find a new home or a new owner looking for a restoration project.
We often get asked if it is possible for 2 people to go on a 2 week holiday, take everything they need, including the 2 person inflatable kayak, all in a jaguar E-Type Roadster…and as we always say, ‘yes it is’…
We have some substantial engine issues to contend with on our 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow 1.
The head gasket has gone which has resulted in the water getting through and over heating the engine. One of the push rods is also severely buckled and we believe the inlet manifold has developed a hair-line crack.
At this stage it looks as though the engine will need to be removed and either rebuilt of replaced with an alternative.
Our 2008 Bentley Continental rear seat has now been repaired and re-fitted and we are ready for the weekend at Helmingham Hall Festival of Classic and Sports Cars.
We have discovered that our newest arrival, our 1947 MG TC has little to no brakes so busy has got to working stripped and rebuilding.
Whilst the wheels are off we will also touch up the red and black areas that could benefit from a little attention.
David Turnage from the Jensen Owner’s Club has visited today to inspect our three Jensen’s. In order to register the cars, a representative from the club is required to verify the paperwork and confirm the authenticity of the vehicles.
And, as always, he arrives in style…
A leak from the roof has caused the rear seats in our Bentley Continental to stain. We’ll look at a cleaning option for removing the stain, failing that we will need to come up with a plan B for how to repair the leather.
Plan C being a re-trim which we are hoping not to be the case…
A common issue on the MkII Mazda MX5 is the corrosion within the sills.
Our 2003 Mazda MX-5 has arrived in our workshops having failed a recent MOT inspection.
The outer sills and front wing section on both the offside and nearside will need replacing and repainting.
The newly trimmed dash, complete with polished dials, is in position which means the electrics can now be wired up.
Thank you, as always, to the guys and girls at Autosparks for manufacturing the rare super rare wiring harness for our TVR.
Our freshly polishing wheels trims are now back on the wheels and back on the car look lovely.
Arriving in our workshops today we have our 1986 Volkswagen Golf cabriolet. The car is in for a full respray which will also consist of a very sympathetic restoration of various components.
Donna has fitting out our 1956 Ford Consul with brand new carpets throughout. Whilst doing so, Brian has been busy cleaning up the existing interior and securing back into position.
Arriving soon to join the Bridge Classic Cars family we have our 1947 MGTC.
We’ll be looking to carry out the routine checks with an aim to get her back on the road in very little time. The car has aged beautifully and with bags of character this is a great example of when a car should not be restored. With a little TLC the car will be back on the road and ready to enjoy the shows.
Due in to us within the coming weeks, once in we will fully assess the car to work out what work needs to be carried out. We may even be able to have her ready for a trip to the upcoming Helmingham Hall Festival of Classic & Sports Cars.
We have just received a lovely email from the owners to show us it’s new home.
‘Stain in his new home. A big thank-you to you all A&N’
Our 1959 Morris J Type is complete and ready to return home for rebuild.
More images from the body work preparation. Here we have the fibre-glass front wing/arches as well as the side skirts being perfected; to remove all blistering and get them repaired and ready for paint.
Our 1947 MG TC has arrived in our workshops for a recommission. The c ar has been regularly used up until recently so we are hoping not to have to carry out too much work to get her back on the road. A thorough service is a definite must and we look to be losing water so this will most certainly have to be addressed.
We also think a detailed clean would not go a miss and this will completely transform the car.
Having owned the car for just under a week, the current owner is new to the classic car scene but has always wanted the iconic 60’s Ford Mustang. later in the month the car will arrive in our workshops for a general check over and full service.
This will be a longer term project for the owner who would eventually like to see the paint and interior imperfections addressed.
For now, it’s time to enjoy the summer and get used to the car and it’s personality.
One of the star attractions of last week’s Classic & Sports Car & Bike Show was our 1974 De Tomaso Pantera.
The engine work is now complete and the car is ready to return home.
The car came to us for a full service, to tighten, loctite the gear linkage and to investigate a misfire. We have replaced the obvious; plugs, leads, rotor arm, distributor cap. The fault was still present. We have now discovered an incorrect push rod fitted which has resulted in the rocker arm breaking.
We have stripped own and crack tested all rocker arms where we have established 3 being cracked.
We have fitted lifters, inlet manifold gaskets, pushrods and 4x rocker arms.
We have also removed offside rear hub assembly, replaced nut and tightened.
The torque has been adjusted to manufacturers recommendation.
Lastly we carried out a full MOT inspection.
We had the pleasure of Owen joining us for work experience here at Bridge Classic Cars. We were really impressed with Owen’s attitude and know he’ll go far in this industry. We really hope Owen gained some valuable experience and enjoyed his time here with us. We wish Owen all the best for the future and would love to see him back here at Bridge Classic Cars in the future!
Busy weekend ahead as we work on the final preparations for the biggest event of the Bridge Classic Cars calendar, our Classic & Sports Car & Bike Show on Sunday 28th July.
Vincent has arrived with his incredible Mk1 VW Golf. Unfortunately the man himself is unable to join us on Sunday but he has kindly given his car to show.
And the CarCrazedFool has arrived with his wonderful 2019 Aston Martin DBS59 we featured previously. Be sure to join us on Sunday and enjoy!
Read up all about the New Aston martin DBS59
Our engine guru Adrian Offord’s freshly painted Lightning Rod featured on UK Vintage Oval Racing‘s Facebook page, viewed by their 1700 avid followers.
Pete has replaced the nut on the De Tomaso Pantera’s wheel bearing.
Ady is currently cleaning out the corrosion in our Mercedes 220 engine.
In our workshops this week we have our 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow with a suspected head gasket. Upon starting, we are immediately experiencing pressurise in one cylinder going into the water way.
Running up our 1962 TVR Engine after rebuild.
Prior to Ady rebuilding the engine, it had been left in bits for many years with the main block being buried in the garden. This was a big engine rebuild but very satisfying when completed and running…
Our boys Ady and Andrew are keeping themselves busy of their time away from the workshops preparing their race cars for some upcoming events.
Ady has just completed the body and paintwork on his Spedeworth Formula Lightning Rod with the 2 Litre Ford Pinto Engine.
Source: Spedeworth Motorsports
“The Ford Sierra may have all but disappeared from Britain’s roads but on the ovals they live on in the rear-wheel-drive Lightning Rods.
This formula offers old-school side by side non-contact racing, with high speeds and spectacular tail-slides guaranteed from these experienced drivers. Many drivers come into the formula after competing in contact classes so they have the skill and competitive nature to put on an excellent show every time.
Drivers from across the UK and Ireland travel to Spedeworth/Incarace’s raceways on a regular basis to take on the stars of the ovals, and tight NASCAR-style battles have become a common feature of Lightning Rod meetings.
The highlights of the Spedeworth/Incarace calendar are the annual National Championship Weekend staged over three days at Hednesford Hills Raceway and the two day Spedeweekend spectacular held at Foxhall Heath Stadium, Ipswich which will be the stage for the 2015 World Championship.
The Lightning Rods can be seen at all Spedeworth and Incarace operated tracks over the year.”
Andrew is also looking to return to the track in his BriSCA F2.
A brief history of BriSCA F2 Stock Car racing.
Junior Tens racing was introduced to the short oval raceways of the UK in August 1960, they were designed to offer the working man a chance of Stock Car racing without the prohibited expense of trying to run against the big spenders in the Senior Stock Car class.
Junior Tens became Juniors and then were eventually renamed BriSCA Formula Two Stock Cars, and the Senior Stock Cars are what we today call BriSCA Formula One Stock Cars.
The growth of BriSCA Formula Two Stock Cars during the 1960’s was astonishing, with tracks opening in various parts of the country, with the South West becoming a particular stronghold of the sport.
During the 1970’s dramatic modernisation of the sport took place, which saw the racing become limited to the South West, before the sport went nationwide again in the late 1970’s, before being reintroduced to Scotland in 1981.
Near year on year growth in the driver ranks now sees BriSCA F2 racing as the largest open wheeled Stock Car sport in the country with nearly six hundred registered drivers, and tracks that span from Aberdeenshire in Scotland right down the to the South West of England, touching base in the North East, Lancashire, Yorkshire, The Midlands, the East Coast region, and the South East.
There are several main manufacturers of BriSCA F2’s, but drivers can build their own cars if they wish, as long as they comply with the strict construction rules.
Unlike big circuit racing, Stock Car racing sees the stars of the sport start at the rear of the grid; to win they have to force themselves through the grids of cars with use of the front bumper being allowed. It is a contact sport, but out and out wrecking tactics are not allowed.
Our fantastic little 1933 Austin 7 is in our workshops with an ongoing charging issue.
The dynamo has been rebuilt a number of times but the previous garage have been unable to work out why the car is still not taking charge.
Having carried out a little research, John temporarily rewired to ensure that the dynamo was working correctly. As this seems to be the case, we were then able to diagnose the issue being with the regulator.
The regulator is now away with a specialist being rebuilt. We await its return so we can get it refitted and the car back to the current owner.
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