The paintwork on the roof of our 1980 Volvo 245 Estate has been revitalised by the Bridge Classic Cars paint and body team. The team masked up the roof on the car to begin the process of laying down the correct colour to this classic Swedish hauler. First, the team sanded and primered the roof. […]
Our 1970 Lotus Europa is now live! The Lotus Europa is without doubt one of the quirkiest and individual sports cars of the 1970s. A low slung, mid-engined, racecar inspired drivers’ cars which has garnered a following amongst marque enthusiasts and classic car fans across the world. The Europa, with its slab back design, would […]
We have some very exciting changes afoot at Bridge Classic Cars in early 2024. In preparation for these changes, 4 new containers have arrived on site. Not only do we love a container but we also watching the cranes lowering them into position… Next up…paint the containers to smarten them all up.
Top Gear is cancelled! At least for the ‘foreseeable future’ anyway. The decision to pause production of one of the top money makers and most watched shows for the BBC, comes following a crash involving presenter Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff, during filming last December. Back in the days of Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May, […]
The restoration of our one-of-a-kind 1905 Rilep 9HP has been something of a labour of love and dedication. With very little reference material to work from, bringing this piece of automotive history back to life has been challenging, to say the least. However, the project has made even more progress recently, as its wooden body […]
Chris has been working on our 2005 Honda S2000 in the Bridge Classic Cars Paint Shop. After prepping it for paint, he then gave the car a fresh coat of colour, along with various components that will eventually be put back onto the vehicle.
Steve is showing here our old cambelt with damaged teeth causing the belt to slip. He has now fitted a new belt, tensioner and spring.
When Ross Coats was randomly selected as the lucky winner of our 1979 Ford Escort MK2 through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions, preparations were made to deliver the car to him at his home in Scotland. We have made many trips to Scotland transporting cars to and from the Bridge Classic Cars workshop so we were […]
This past weekend, Bridge Classic Cars‘ Director Craig took his family to Lapland UK. Set in an enchanted wood in Berkshire, this immersive experience creates a magical winter wonderland that transports families to the North Pole to see what Father Christmas and his Elves are getting up to in the run-up to Christmas. From the […]
The Bridge Classic Cars Mince Pie Drive has been featured in some local news outlets. Living In Suffolk has created a great post about the event and Choose Woodbridge has also shared it on their Facebook Page. The Mince Pie Drive will be a fantastic event where we will be spreading some early Christmas cheer […]
For many drivers, a personalised number plate adds an extra bit of character and charm to their car. While most personalised plates tend to be special to their owner, sometimes, a number plate becomes available that appeals to drivers, collectors, and historians from all walks of life. One such number plate is ‘AU 1’, as […]
As well as looking after and restoring a huge range of classic cars, the workshop team sometimes have to give the Bridge Classic Cars fleet a check-up too. That is what classic car technician Jonn has been doing lately as he has been checking over our 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While checking the vehicle, he […]
Our 1964 Amphicar 770 has made great progress as of late. Brian has been fitting the roof and roof cover. After glueing the floor side panels back down, he cleaned the main floorboards and fitted them into the car. He then cut out the new rear quarter panel boards, fitted new catches to the frame […]
As our 2002 Alpina B10 is new in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop, classic car technician Jonn has started work on its initial inspection and assessment. Once Jonn is happy that the car is in good health, it will go on to be won through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions.
Our 1987 Mercedes 500SL has been the focus of classic car technician Monty recently. He has had the car in the fabrication bay and has been making the ABS bracket.
Several technicians have been working on our 1951 Austin Devon Pickup recently. The wing has been repaired along with the headlight bowl. Multiple components have also been sent off to be re-chromed, while others have been sent to the sandblasters. The doors have also been repaired in the fabrication bay.
We have sourced some original VW wheel trims for our 1974 Beetle. These have now been sent off for re-chroming before they will eventually go onto the car ready to go back home to its owner.
Before our 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage got delivered to its new owner (who was lucky enough to win it through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions), Jonn put it through a pre-delivery inspection. He applied a lockwire to the rear exhaust heatshield to tighten and stop a rattle. He then replaced the 20amp fuse for the […]
Bridge Classic Cars workshop manager, John found that the hose was not sealing on the water pump of our 1959 Jensen 541R, so he found another pump and fitted it into the engine. Our 541R is getting closer and closer to being completed and we are looking forward to seeing it leave the workshop very […]
Entries are now OPEN for our 1996 MG RV8. This car takes the spirit of the extremely popular MGB and updates it with a modern powertrain and contemporary styling. Still maintaining its recognisable shape, this is a modern twist on a popular practical classic. For more information, and to enter the draw, head over to […]
Here is another incredible story from Keith Belcher, in his own words, about his Ford Capri 2000 GT XLR: “50 odd years ago Bristol Street Motors, Birmingham’s Ford dealer had a superb display of the sporty, rakish full four-seater coupé, it was seen as Europe’s answer to the Mustang. Launched in Brussels, it was somewhat […]
Our secure storage facility, The Hangar, has a wide range of vehicles safely tucked away inside. We recently welcomed a Dodge Challenger into storage but, before it arrived, we gave The Hangar an extra clean to make sure everything is pristine for the owners of this wide range of classics. Once cleaning had finished, we […]
We have welcomed yet another car into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. This time, it is our 2002 Alpina B10. It may be safe and secure in the workshop but, it won’t be here for long. It will soon be another vehicle for you to win through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions.
We have had several competition cars enter the Bridge Classic Cars workshop lately and this is the latest one, our 1985 Lotus Excel. Once the car has been inspected and assessed, it will be available to win through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions.
Our 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL300 has recently arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. Now that it is here, our team of technicians will thoroughly inspect and assess it before it becomes available to win through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions.
The Historic Motoring Awards is an annual celebration of automotive excellence, honouring the best that the automotive industry has to offer. Bridge Classic Cars may not have been nominated this year but we would like to extend a huge congratulations to all of the deserving winners. Among the list of talented individuals recognised, we were […]
On 13th November, during the Contemporary and Modern Art sale, hosted by RM Sotheby’s in New York, a 1962 Ferrari 330 LM / 250 GTO became the second highest-priced car ever sold at auction, and the most valuable Ferrari ever sold at auction with the winning bid coming in at $51.7 million (approx £42 million). […]
One of the latest new additions to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop is our 1988 Volvo 240GL. It has come to us so we can do what needs to be done to get the car up and running. We are looking forward to starting work on this hefty classic, and it will be great to […]
At the NEC Classic Motor Show 2023, Craig purchased the latest addition to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop, our 1984 Ferrari 308 GTSi Quattrovalvole. Bought through Iconic Auctioneers, this incredible car will go on to be won through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions very soon. After buying the car, we collected it from the NEC and […]
Interior trimmer Lydia has managed to re-fit the original sound deadening to the car, which also has a coating that she assumes to be fireproof/ retardant. Where it was too damaged to be replaced, Lydia has pieced in new patches of a material we have in stock. She also took time to clean up the […]