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More plating for our XK150S

Tony from Wyatt Polishing is now working on the final few pieces of our 1961 Jaguar XK150S re-chroming. We should hopefully see everything returned to us in a matter of days for refit.

1955 Austin Healey Power Steering

Introducing EZ Power Steering Enjoy driving your classic car, but do you (or your partner) find the steering to be too heavy? Would you like to cure this without changing the steering characteristics of the car? We can now offer you a solution: an EZ Electric Power Steering system that is completely hidden underneath the […]

One for the future: Mercedes 190SL Interior

Recently purchased by the current owners from auction. Later in the year we are hoping to welcome a sympathetically restored Mercedes 190SL into the trim shop for a complete new interior refit and hood.

1961 Francis Barnett Trials

The tank is now straightened up and ready for dull chrome. The bottom had to come out which is just as well as it was full of all sorts. You wheels are currently with the wheel builder and will hopefully be rebuilt with galvanised spokes. At present the bike is completely stripped and the identification […]

Mercedes 500SL – More parts to restore

More parts are now refurbished and put away safely ready for reassembly.

Fitting up the new XK150 Exhaust

We have now fitted up the brand new exhaust system to our Jaguar XK150, supplied to us by SNG Barratt. Introducing SNG Barratt “SNG Barratt is trusted and valued by Jaguar owners all over the world, and has been for over 30 years. Our knowledge and experience can help to keep your car on the […]

1962 TVR Grantura bodyshell painted

Our 1962 TVR Grantura body shell is now painted and currently in our oven going through the final stages of setting.

TVR Grantura in paint

The colour has now been chosen. The original idea of a Chevrolet Laguna Blue has now changed to a lighter, brighter alternative and she looks stunning. The bonnet and doors have been treated in blue primer ready for top coat to be applied. And here she is; first pictures of our incredible 1962 TVR Grantura […]

UK Barn Finds – March 2019

One of our Jaguar Mark VII featured on UK Barn Finds reaching (at the time) almost 750,000 subscribers and followers.

1970 Mercedes 280SL – Restoration

1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL auto Pagoda in with us for complete restoration. We have been on the look out for some time for a model with this specification. This is a very rare, original, UK, right hand drive car and with a new home already lined up this will be a very exciting future project for […]

2003 BMW M3 Makeover

Arriving this weekend to our Woodbridge workshops we have our 2003 BMW M3. A full assessment will be carried out soon to determine what work will be required but certainly paint issues will need to be addressed. Originally, the wheels would have been diamond cut so we may explore the possibilities of refurbishing back to […]

Two for the future: 1953 Mercedes 220 and 1997 Bentley Turbo

Due in later in the month for a full engine rebuild we have our 1953 Mercedes 220 W187. The car will be with us for a short time having the engine removed before heading back home until the engine is rebuilt and ready to be refitted. Stay tuned for more images, coming soon… Secondly we […]

1955 Austin Healey: ready for rebuild

With a fresh new look our 1955 Austin Healey is out of the paint shop and now back in our assembly room as we start to fit back up the bright work, badges, exterior and interior components etc. The new wheels, supplied to us from MWS are now in our possession but will not be […]

1957 Triumph TR3 – Service and MOT

Returning to our workshops today we have our stunning 1957 Triumph TR3; getting ready for the summer shows with a service and MOT. Passed with flying colours…

MGB Roadster: Painted and Polished

The fresh Tundra Green paintwork is now complete and polished on our 1975 MG B Roadster. Soon be time for refit to commence.

Visiting us today…

Visiting the Bridge Classic Cars workshops today we have our 1988 Austin Mini Moke, the perfect toy for the summer…

Rear Brakes for our Jaguar E-Type

The rear brakes have arrived from SNG Barratt for two of our Jaguar E-Type projects.

Nick Pandolfi spots Aston Martin in Woodbridge

Earlier in the day we spotted this stunning Aston Martin driving through Woodbridge and no sooner had we returned to the office did we spot the same car on Nick Pandolfi’s Instagram feed. Here it is, the iconic Aston Martin Langonda parked up outside Seckford Hall

Attendees: Classic & Sports Car & Bike Show: Sunday 28th July 2019

Confirmed to be attending our Classic & Sports Car & Bike Show 2019. Our neighbours and good friends at Suffolk Sportscars will be bringing along a couple of their amazing creations.

Uncovering more rust on our Mercedes SL

It seems that whichever way we turn at the moment we are uncover more areas that desperately need our welders touch. It’s great that we are finding the issues and addressing them but I’m sure Tommy is looking forward to being able to sit back having passed the car on to the paint guys for […]

Jensen 541S: Custom Cover

In order to manufacturer our bespoke Jensen 541S fitted car cover we have called upon the experts at Protec Covers in Bradford. They took a trip down to our workshops to measure up for the cover which we should hopefully see with us with a week or so. Whilst on site, they have also taken […]

Building the Amphicar Dash

The Amphicar dash is starting to be built up today with the freshly painted dash being filled with the refurbished dials.

Making the E-Type storage surround

Great teamwork in the workshops today as Dave completes the work on his bespoke storage compartment surrounds. The storage compartment is a unique piece to our 1971 Jaguar E-Type roadster, utilising the spare area behind the front seats. Our storage compartment will consist of two removable and lockable padded lids. Within the storage unit you’ll […]

Coming Soon: 1990 Lancia Delta – Available for sale

Soon to be available for sale we have our beautiful 1990 Lancia Delta. To arrange a future viewing, by appointment only call Craig on 01473 742038 or email info@bridgeclassiccars.co.uk. Office hours are Monday to Friday (Saturdays and Sundays can be arranged) 8am to 5pm.

Welding complete on our 1987 Mercedes SL500

The welding work is now complete on our 1987 Mercedes SL500 body. Parts of the floor have been cut out and replaced. The front nearside arch panel has also had work as has the rear box compartment beside the spare wheel carrier. Tommy now has grinding and tidying to carry out before he can pass […]

1962 TVR Engine – Re-fit

Preparing the fibre-glass body of our 1962 TVR Grantura ready for repaint. The colour has not been 100% confirmed as yet but we are looking at the finish being in blue, similar to the Chevrolet Laguna Blue. With the workshops being closed and limited staff in it was a great opportunity for Ady and Tommy […]

New Arrival: For Sale: 1952 MG TD

Built in 1952 this is, without doubt, the nicest MGTD we have ever seen. Finished in flawless maroon and trimmed in a superb biscuit leather. The car was shipped new to a lady Professor in Alabama, and it stayed with her until she and the car expired around 1980. About 2010 it was returned to […]

Balancing the Aston Martin’s carbs

We have hopefully cured the running issues on our 1965 Aston Martin DB5. To begin with the car was unable to start so we have replaced the faulty fuel pump, rewired the feed for the fuel pump. We have replaced the faulty solonoid which was causing a short on the fuel pump. The car now […]

Riley – ready to go home

Our 1936 Riley Merlin Nine is now complete. The running issues have been resolved and various test drives conclude successful. You’ll see our wonderful Riley Merlin at The Ufford White Lion Car Rally in two weeks time on Saturday 6th April 2019; White Lion Inn, Lower St, Lower Ufford, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 6DW

1975 MGB in paint

First few pictures of our freshly painted Tundra Green MG B roadster.