Here’s a closer look at the pistons for our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4. This design focuses on optimisation for strength as shown by the detailed internal structure.
Back in December 2022, Nick Fiore won our 1991 Maserati Bi-Turbo Spyder E. Since then, he has been enjoying it and, it has been featured in several publications since. One of the most recent features was on the “Number 27” YouTube channel.
What have children’s books got to do with restoring classic cars? You have brought to life a classic car older than most people’s grandparents, what relevance does Rilee have in the modern world and what do you want this story to do? From an idea in Craig’s head, to words on a page, to a […]
Jonn has completed the pre-delivery inspection for our 1960 Triumph TR3A. All tyres were inflated to the correct pressure, and the wheels were securely tightened. The vehicle was filled with P1 fuel, and a road test was conducted, confirming that everything was in full working order.
More repairs were carried out on our 1963 Rover P4 by Rob. He has continued his focus on structural areas of the car. The rear floor and seat base were repaired, ensuring stability and integrity. Attention was also given to the rear wheel arch, with necessary repairs made to restore its shape and strength. Work […]
The Tokyo Auto Salon 2025, currently being held at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba City, Japan, has the Caterham all-electric concept car, Project V, on display. Project V is the result of a collaboration between Caterham and XING Mobility IMMERSIO™ CTP Battery System Project V uses XING Mobility’s IMMERSIO™ CTP (cell-to-pack) battery system. This technology […]
The first steps in breathing new life into our 1985 Mercedes 500SL have been successfully completed. The work done so far has been addressing a variety of mechanical, electrical, and general maintenance concerns. Heater Blower Maintenance One of the initial issues tackled by Pete was the squeaky heater blower. The blower was removed from the […]
H&H Classics had a very successful 2024, selling over 1,100 classic and performance cars, motorcycles, and scooters at nine physical auctions. The company reported a sales total of more than £14 million and an overall sales success rate of 74%. Global Appeal and Celebrity Cars Buyers from nearly 40 countries participated in H&H auctions, with […]
We recently welcomed our 1960 MG Midget into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. It will now begin its restoration journey with the workshop team.
Steve recently identified a fuel leak originating from the electrical terminal of the cold start solenoid of our 1964 Mercedes 230SL. This component plays a crucial role in aiding the engine’s start-up, especially in colder conditions, by delivering a precise amount of extra fuel during ignition. Unfortunately, attempts to reseal the solenoid were unsuccessful. Given […]
We don’t see modern cars in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop very much but, recently, a friend of ours brought their beautiful 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrafoglio in for some new tyres.
The customer reported a few issues with our 1985 Mercedes 500SL, and Pete confirmed most of them during a test drive: Lighting Issues While the external lights are fully operational, there were a few concerns with internal and auxiliary lighting: Heated Seats The heated seat switches are non-functional. They’ve completely collapsed in their housing, rendering […]
Pete has made some good progress with out 1993 Jaguar XJS recently. He fitted seatbelt clips with covers, using a mix of old and new parts to create these, as they are an extremely rare item to come by, whether new or used. Pete also ensured the window switch bezel is now sitting correctly after […]
Classic car technician Steve has been conducting his initial check and assessment of our 1976 Jensen Interceptor. His findings will now be reported back to the owner.
Bristol Cars looks set to make a return to the roads in 2026, just in time to celebrate its 80th anniversary. The revival of the British car manufacturer is being led by Chairman and CEO Jason Wharton, who purchased the company’s assets in 2020 following its liquidation. Founded in 1945 as an offshoot of the […]
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is expanding its manufacturing facility in Goodwood, with an investment of more than £300 million. This is to enable the brand to increase its capacity to build more complex and highly personalised luxury vehicles. Preparing for a Bespoke and Electric Future The investment, the largest since the plant’s opening in 2003, will […]
Pete removed the very tired old shocks on our 1977 Ford Granada and replaced them with new Gaz adjustable units. The old shocks had very little damping effect and could easily be compressed by hand, while the new units should significantly improve the car’s ride quality. He also removed the power steering rack for refurbishment, […]
Rob has been repairing some of the corrosion on our 1963 Rover P4. He welded in the front wheel arch closing panel before removing the front chassis outrigger. He then repaired the chassis behind the outrigger and fitted a new one. Next, he cut away corrosion from the rear wheel arch and C-post area to […]
Jonn removed the fuel filter of our 1968 Lotus Cortina and cleaned it thoroughly before refitting and securing it. He turned on the ignition to check for leaks and discovered that the rear carburettor was leaking at the fuel union. After tightening and retesting, the issue was resolved. He then fitted a new wheel trim […]
Jonn has been working on our 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. He started by stripping and removing the nearside window regulator, which was found to be worn out. He fitted a larger washer to secure the nearside seat trim and painted it black for a clean finish. He also secured the nearside door mirror. Jonn then undid […]
Pete has been removing the AC condenser on our 1993 Jagura XJS. It proved to be quite tricky getting the old collapsed unit from the car and freeing all the seized pipes and fittings The new part was incorrect so we have now sourced the correct one. While Pete was working, he swapped the auxiliary […]
At Bridge Classic Cars, we want our love of classic cars to continue through future generations. That’s why we’ve launched a new project just for kids! We’re introducing a dedicated Kids’ YouTube Channel, where classic cars come to life in a way children will love. Imagine bedtime stories about classic cars, their journeys through restoration, […]
Hagerty UK has released its 2025 Bull Market List. This is a list of ten cars that look like they will be good buys this year. Some of the cars listed are predicted to rise in value while others have been selected for their value for money and overall ownership experience. The list is based […]
Jonn has been completing some repair work on our 1977 Triumph 2500TC. He began by getting the car onto the ramp and raising it up so he could get a detailed look at the work that needed to be done. After removing the rear wheels, he connected the offside rear brake pipe to the flexi […]
Steve has fitted a new kingpin to the assembly on our 1964 Mercedes 230SL. He also fitted new top and bottom joints, and new bushes too. He also made some welding repairs before noticing that the driver’s footwell carpet had been fitted over the top of the kickdown switch. The carpet was removed and holes […]
2024 was full of friends (both new and old), exciting projects, lots of content, and even more classic cars. Trying to summarise it in full was always going to be impossible, so here’s a 17-minute video of the very best moments from The Torque Show of 2024.
It’s no secret that we are big fans of Coachbuilt Whisky. We have several bottles behind the bar in The Classic Lounge and we are planning to work even closer with the Coachbuilt team over the coming weeks and months. During his recent visit to us, Max, from Coachbuilt Whisky, shared some incredible cocktail recipes […]
After some time off over Christmas, the team at Bridge Classic Cars is now back and ready to hit the ground running in 2025. One of our first jobs was to get together and look ahead to the next 12 months. We are planning on going BIG this year so there was a lot to […]
At the end of 2024, we said goodbye to one of our technicians, Paul, as he retired. The whole team here at Bridge Classic Cars would like to say a big thank you to Paul for all of his incredible work and we hope he has a very happy and enjoyable retirement. Thank you Paul!
There’s no doubt that the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is one of the biggest changes in the automotive industry’s history. The forecast for 2025 presents a mix of progress and hurdles, which I believe we need to address collectively if we are to make meaningful strides toward a sustainable future. EV Sales Are Strong, […]