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New Workshop Floor

Now that our former events space, The Atelier has turned into an extension of the workshop, the white floor that looked so good for events wasn’t quite right for its new role. Recently, a new floor has been laid that matches the blue of the main workshop. It took a bit of time and effort […]

Many Drivers Overlook Wiper Blade Maintenance

According to new research from eBay, 11% of drivers admit they have never checked the condition of their wiper blades, despite their important role in maintaining visibility and passing an MOT. Worryingly, the study seems to show a big lack of awareness, with one in five drivers (20%) unaware that faulty wiper blades could lead […]

1977 Ferrari 512 BB ‘Wide Body’ Heads to Auction

A rare 1977 Ferrari 512 BB ‘Wide Body’ with just 6,000 miles on the clock is going up for sale with H&H Classics at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford, on April 9th, 2025. This one-owner example, estimated to sell for between £150,000-£170,000, is believed to be unique among the 101 UK-delivered right-hand-drive models. A Custom […]

New Morgan Supersport

Morgan Motor Company has introduced the Supersport today. This will now be its new flagship model, and is built on the all-new CXV aluminium platform, The Supersport delivers enhanced torsional rigidity, refined suspension, and improved steering for a more connected and engaging driving experience. A Modern Take On Traditional Design Staying true to Morgan’s philosophy […]

Type 00 On The Road

At Paris Fashion Week, the brand-new Jaguar Type 00 was seen out on the road for the very first time. Still in its concept form, it definitely got a lot of attention.

A Successful Evening With Elisa Artioli

On Saturday night, we hosted our “Evening With Elisa Artioli” in The Classic Lounge at Bridge Classic Cars. Elisa, the namesake of the Lotus Elise, was incredible and we loved having her here with us for a few days. She told our guests the story of how the Elise became such a huge part of […]

DRVN – Escort MK1 RS

Earlier on today, I was lucky enough to have a call with DRVN Automotive Group Design Director Wayne Burgess and Rob Borrett about the new Ford Escort MK1 RS from Boreham Motorworks. It was a great conversation between myself, Wayne, Rob, and our new Operations Director, Anthony. It will feature in the March issue of […]

Sir Elton John’s Former Aston Martin DB7 Heads to Auction

An Aston Martin once owned by the music legend himself, Sir Elton John, is heading to auction. The 1995 DB7 will be offered for sale by H&H Classics on Wednesday, April 9th, at the Imperial War Museum in Duxford, Cambridgeshire. Sir Elton was the car’s first owner, and the vehicle comes with its original warranty […]

New Emira Line-Up From Lotus

Lotus has refreshed its Emira range with the introduction of the new Emira Turbo SE and the Emira V6. These models replace the previous First Editions. If that wasn’t exciting enough, the Turbo SE is actually the fastest Emira to date. Emira Turbo SE The Emira Turbo SE’s name pays tribute to Lotus of the […]

New Autonomous Speed Record Set

At the 1000 Miglia Experience in Florida recently, the Politecnico di Milano team, in collaboration with Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) and Maserati, set a new world speed record for an autonomous car. Their AI-driven Maserati MC20 Coupé reached 197.7 mph (318 km/h) at the Space Florida Launch and Landing Facility (LLF). This seems a fitting […]

More Sustainable Cars On The Road

We recently supplied a local collector with synthetic fuel from P1 Fuels. As his collection is pretty vast (around 100 cars), that’s even more sustainable cars out on the road. Great work!

Bridge Classic Cars Summer BBQ

The Classic Lounge | Bridge Classic Cars, The Nursery, Main Road, Pettistree, IP13 0HH Please note: this is a ticketed event, and tickets will be checked upon arrival. Your ticket includes the first burger or hot dog and a drink of your choice from The Classic Lounge bar. The Bridge Classic Cars Summer BBQ returns on […]

Best Private Members Bar 2025 – East Anglia

We have been awarded Best Private Members Bar 2025 – East Anglia in the Lux Life Restaurant and Bar Awards 2025. The whole Bridge Classic Cars team is very proud of our members club so to be recognised with this award is very exciting.

UK Vehicle Production Falls 17.7% in January

The UK’s automotive sector saw a big decline in production at the start of 2025, with total output dropping by 17.7% to 78,012 units. According to the latest data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), this includes a 14.3% decrease in car production to 71,104 units and a 41.5% drop in commercial […]

Alpine Celebrates 70 Years with Updated A110 Range

To mark its 70th anniversary in 2025, Alpine is updating its A110 lineup with two new models – the A110 R 70 and A110 GTS. The A110 R 70 is particularly special, as it will be a limited-edition model with just 770 units produced, and will be the final version of Alpine’s ‘R’ models. A110 […]

East Anglia Clean & Green Awards 2025 – Finalists

We are incredibly proud that Bridge Classic Cars has been named as a finalist in the East Anglia Clean & Green Awards 2025 in TWO categories: Changing Perceptions Classic cars have long been considered non-environmentally friendly, but we are on a mission to change that perception. We strongly believe that classic cars can have a […]

Engine Test Stand

Ben has been making some improvements to our engine test stand. After stripping the stand down, he has fabricated legs which are adjustable from a bolt at the top. This means that raising an engine will now be much easier.

BMW Delays Oxford Mini Plant’s Electric Future

BMW has recently confirmed that it has delayed plans to restart electric vehicle (EV) production at its Oxford Mini plant. The car manufacturer had planned a £600 million upgrade at its Cowley facility, but with industry EV challenges continuing, the decision has been made to pause the investment for now. As a result of the […]

Torque Show – 21st February 2025

Molly and John recently took a closer look at our beautiful 1939 Jaguar SS100. Craig and Rob then join Molly in The Classic Lounge for a chat about a recent trip she enjoyed, featuring the iconic Marilyn Monroe! Enjoy this week’s Torque Show….

You’re Not Fired!

We recently had Alex Short, a former contestant on The Apprentice in The Classic Lounge at Bridge Classic Cars. Alex had a meeting with one of our members surrounded by some stunning classic cars.

Paint Gun Testing

We may be award-winning classic car restorers but we are always trying to be even better. That’s why, earlier today, Chris and Adam were trying out some new paint guns in the Bridge Classic Cars paint shop. The Sata Jet X proved to be a good choice as Adam and Chris both put it through […]

A Limited Arrival

We recently took delivery of a stunning piece of limited edition automotive art from our friends at Limited100. It was a hard decision to choose between all of the incredible pieces available but we finally decided on the 1965 Porsche 911 Paul Smith ‘art car’ at Bicester Heritage and, I think you’ll agree, it looks […]

Manor Park Classics

Gordon and Tony recently went to an auction hosted by our friends at Manor Park Classics. As you can see from the photos, it was a fantastic auction and they may have even come home with another competition car!…

Best And Worst Cars For Depreciation

Depreciation is something most car buyers spend a bit of time considering. Is that brand new car that’s going to cost you six figures hold on to its value or will its value dive as soon as you leave the showroom? Data recently released from Parkers identifies ten cars that lost significant value in their […]

Toyota Unveils Third-Generation Hydrogen Fuel Cell System

Toyota has made a hydrogen-powered future more promising with the launch of its third-generation fuel cell (FC) system. Designed specifically for commercial applications, the new system is said to offer the same durability as diesel engines while improving fuel efficiency and reducing production costs. Revealed at the H2 and FC EXPO in Tokyo, this new […]

Steer-By-Wire Technology

The new EV from NIO, the ET9, will feature steer-by-wire technology. This means that the traditional mechanical connection between the steering wheel and front wheels will be replaced with an entirely electronic system. The steer-by-wire setup includes a steering wheel actuator along with the redundant steering gear actuator and software integration and is being provided […]

Goodwood Revival to celebrate Alfa Romeo

The Goodwood Revival will celebrate Alfa Romeo as 2025 marks the centenary of the marque’s victory in the inaugural Manufacturer’s World Championship. As part of the celebrations, an on-track demonstration will show off some of Alfa Romeo’s most legendary racing machines. Taking place from Friday 12th – Sunday 14th September 2025, Goodwood Revival will include […]

Honda-Nissan Merger Talks Collapse Over Disagreements

Merger negotiations between Japanese car manufacturers Honda and Nissan have broken down after the two companies failed to agree on the terms of a multi-billion-dollar deal. The proposed merger, which also included junior partner Mitsubishi, aimed to strengthen all 3 brands’ position against growing competition, particularly from Chinese automakers. If the deal had gone through, […]

Torque Show – 14th February 2025

This week comes to you from the future but in the past… First off, we talk with Gordon about our 1956 Jensen 541 restoration project currently in the final stages of its build process here at our Suffolk HQ. We talk about some of the pitfalls and challenges with restoring cars which even when built […]

Visiting the Marilyn Monroe exhibition

I got the chance to visit the Marilyn Monroe Exhibition at Arches London Bridge which shows you her life from when she was born to her untimely death. The exhibition features everything from her marriages to the struggles she faced in her professional and personal life. I have been a big fan of Marilyn Monroe […]