Help from Hospitality Answers
September 30, 2024
Tony is very much used to spending his time out on the road, delivering and collecting vehicles in our own covered transport. More often than
1959 Ford Zephyr
Ready To Go
September 23, 2024
Our 1959 Ford Zephyr has been loaded into the trailer and is ready to be delivered to the lucky winner very soon.
One Of The Best Ford Zephyrs
September 4, 2024
Our 1959 Ford Zephyr has recently gone live on the Bridge Classic Cars Competitions website. This is one of, if not, the best example you
Bridge Classic Cars at the Festival of Classic & Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall
August 5, 2024
We had the privilege of being the headline sponsors of the Festival of Classic & Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall this past weekend, and it
2024 Festival of Classic & Sports Cars set up and take down.
August 4, 2024
Set up began early for us on this year’s stand at the Festival of Classic & Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall Gardens. The week prior
Our Zephyr Looks Great
August 1, 2024
We recently welcomed our 1959 Ford Zephyr into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. As it was going through its initial inspection and assessment, we couldn’t
More Competition Cars
July 31, 2024
Following a successful trip to an auction recently, four more future competition cars have arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. Once they have been
Help from Hospitality Answers
September 30, 2024
Tony is very much used to spending his time out on the road, delivering and collecting vehicles in our own covered transport. More often than not it may be an early start or a late finish for Tony but we aim, as best as we can to return home at the end of every trip. Sometimes however, that’s just not possible.
Last week, Sheila, winner of our Ford Zephyr received her vehicle from Tony at the far north of Wales before he headed on to Runcorn to collect one of two vehicles from Manor Park Classics.
The trip saw Tony cover just under 700 miles which is far more than what was achievable in one day.
So we called upon the assistance of Lyndsay at Hospitality Answers. Lyndsay has a wealth of experience in the hospitality field and is quick to help us source good, quality hotels. For us, it is not about looking for the cheapest hotel, it’s about looking for quality, convenience and practicality. If you’ve been on the road all day and are towing a trailer the size of a coach you want to be able to relax in a nice comfortable environment. Grab yourself a drink!
Thank you as always to Hospitality Answers for finding somewhere lovely for Tony to stay.
Ready To Go
September 23, 2024
Our 1959 Ford Zephyr has been loaded into the trailer and is ready to be delivered to the lucky winner very soon.
One Of The Best Ford Zephyrs
September 4, 2024
Our 1959 Ford Zephyr has recently gone live on the Bridge Classic Cars Competitions website.
This is one of, if not, the best example you will find of this memorable classic.
Following a three-year restoration by its previous owner, our Zephyr looks incredible and will make the winner an extremely happy one!
- Electronic ignition
- 2600cc engine with 3-speed manual gearbox
- Fully restored between 2017 and 2020
- Under 3,000 miles since the completion of the restoration
- Finished in Pacific Blue over Ermine White paintwork with Two-Tone Grey interior trim
- Attended numerous shows around the country as well as touring the Lakes and Scarborough.
- Bridge Classic Cars Pre-Delivery inspection
All the details are here.
Bridge Classic Cars at the Festival of Classic & Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall
August 5, 2024
We had the privilege of being the headline sponsors of the Festival of Classic & Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall this past weekend, and it was a huge success. As the main sponsors, we wanted to make a big impression, and we’re thrilled to say we think we did just that!
A Stand to Remember
Our stand proved to be very popular with visitors to the show. Thanks to the incredible canvas setup from Events Under Canvas, we had a comfortable and inviting space. The seating area was perfect for people to relax, chat, and enjoy the cars. It wasn’t just about the vehicles for us; it was about creating a great atmosphere where everyone could share their love for classic cars.
Interesting & Unique Vehicles
The real stars of our stand were the rare and interesting classic cars and bikes we had on display. Each one had its own story such as our 1905 Riley 9HP, 1939 Jaguar SS100, 2022 C-Type Replica, or our beautiful 1959 Ford Zephyr.
All of the cars on our stand generated a lot of interest and got lots of attention. The whole team were very excited to talk to people about each one and tell their stories.
The Live Draw
One of the highlights of the day was our live draw to find the winner of our stunning 1958 Austin Healey 100/6. As it ended up being a local winner, we were hopeful he might be in attendance at the show but, unfortunately, it wasn’t to be and we had to settle with speaking to him on the phone.
A Day of Fun and Team Spirit
The whole day was great fun for both the visitors and our team. We enjoyed every moment, from setting up the stand to chatting with fellow enthusiasts.
Very simply…it’s days like these that remind us why we love what we do.
Looking Forward to Next Year
As we packed up at the end of the day, we were already excited about next year’s event. We’re eager to build on this year’s success and bring even more excitement to the Festival of Classic & Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall. We’re brainstorming ideas to make our stand even bigger and better and can’t wait to share our plans.
Why We Love Being Part of the Classic Car Community
Being part of the classic car community is more than just a business for us; it’s a passion and a privilege. Events like these allow us to connect with fellow enthusiasts, share our love for these beautiful machines, and contribute to the preservation of automotive history. We’re proud to support and sponsor events that bring people together and celebrate the artistry and craftsmanship of classic cars and the Festival of Classic & Sports Cars certainly does that.
Helmingham Hall
For those who’ve never been, the Festival of Classic & Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall is an amazing event. The stunning backdrop of Helmingham Hall adds to the huge range of cars on display. With its beautiful gardens and historic architecture, it’s the perfect setting for a day dedicated to appreciating the beauty and history of classic vehicles.
Thank You
We want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who visited our stand, participated in the live draw, and shared their stories and passion with us. A big shoutout to Events Under Canvas for providing such a fantastic setup. And, of course, congratulations to the lucky winner of the 1958 Austin Healey 100/6, Jeremey, we hope you enjoy many miles with it.
See You Next Time
If you missed out this year, don’t worry—there’s always next year! We’re already counting down the days and planning how to make our presence at the Festival of Classic & Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall even more memorable.
In the meantime, keep an eye on our website and social media for updates on upcoming events.
Thank you for making the Festival of Classic & Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall such a wonderful experience for us at Bridge Classic Cars. Here’s to many more successful events.
See you next year!
2024 Festival of Classic & Sports Cars set up and take down.
August 4, 2024
Set up began early for us on this year’s stand at the Festival of Classic & Sports Cars at Helmingham Hall Gardens. The week prior to the event was glorious sunshine all week and the forecast looked good going in to the weekend so with that in mind we started the installation of the stretch tent from our friends at Events Under Canvas on the Thursday. That meant we were able to start transporting our vehicles over to site and start to lay out the display.
It was certainly less hectic this year having time on our side and the centre tent was a new feature for us this year which was an exciting new addition.
Sunday morning was a bit of a breeze to be honest. A few banners and flags to put up and then we could sit down as a team, grab a coffee and enjoy the surroundings.
The day itself is always so busy at the show that you don’t really get time to enjoy what else is there. This year especially, I didn’t even get to leave the stand so I didn’t manage to see any of the cars on display but Nick, Molly and Rob got to enjoy it a bit more when they were out and about filming the show.
You can check out the proper photos from the day here
And after a full on day which was a huge success, I think the part that was truly quite special was being the last to leave the site after clearing down. I dropped Tamas back off by his car on the top field and then had the opportunity to look back at the incredible all. A few hours previous to these photos the fields were bustling with thousands of cars and spectators all enjoying the atmosphere.
The Festival of Classic & Sports Cars is one of the best shows of the year for us and this year was one of the best of all time. Thank you so much to the team at Helmingham and we are so proud to be a big part of this show and hope to continue our relationship for many years to come.
Our Zephyr Looks Great
August 1, 2024
We recently welcomed our 1959 Ford Zephyr into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop.
As it was going through its initial inspection and assessment, we couldn’t help but notice just how well it has been restored over the last few years.
Usually, when the workshop team get underneath a car, there’s a surprise or two waiting for them. In this case, though, it was a very pleasant surprise as even the underside of this stunning classic seems to be in pristine condition.
6 responses to “Our Zephyr Looks Great”
My good friend John had a 1955 Mk1 Zephyr 6 that had been left in his Grandfathers will. It had 38k miles on it when we went out searching for Anglias and minis to burn off at the lights. We were 17 in 1971 and the police assumed we had stolen it when they often pulled us over in their Minor Panda Cars! I remember the lovely exhaust note and how flexible the engine was. Would pull away from 30mph in top gear with no fuss.
My Uncle Alan had a Mk2 Zodiac Automatic which seemed so exotic to me in 1966 when my fathers car was still the old Triumph Renown 1949 model. I would love this Zephyr and the gorgeous note it produces when double declutching down to 2nd. Fingers and Toes crossed!
Is it column change? Yes, it definitely is and you’d better be good with the clutch getting it away on a hill, as the 3 speed box has quiet a high ratio 1st gear. Ha ha!
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More Competition Cars
July 31, 2024
Following a successful trip to an auction recently, four more future competition cars have arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop.
Once they have been thoroughly assessed by the workshop team, they will be added to our growing collection of classic cars waiting to be won by someone for just a few pounds.
1959 Ford Zephyr
1974 Triumph TR6
1978 MG Midget
1973 MGB Roadster
A Big Delivery
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