1977 MG B GT

1977 MGB GT – Restoration back in for minor works

In July of this year we finished restoration works on this stunning one owner MGB GT. Since then the car has been thoroughly enjoyed by it’s owner. As such, it has come back to us at Bridge Classic Cars to fix some minor running issues. There are minor issues with the door locks, dash lights […]

1977 MGBGT: Restoration Complete

We were first introduced to our 1977 MG BGT at last year’s Bridge Classic Cars Classic and Sports Car Show. The current and ONLY owner purchased the car brand new in 1977 and due to unforeseen circumstances the car was tucked away in the 80’s not to be used there after. …until now. We heard […]

When two MGB projects complete at the same time…

Our 1975 MGB Roadster and our 1977 MGBGT together, possibly for the last time, before they head back to their homes and owners for many many years of enjoyment. Fantastic images, as always from Matt Woods Photography (apart from the behind the scenes pics, those were taken by me…Craig, good I know)

Behind The Scenes: 1975 MGB Roadster and 1977 MGBGT Photo Shoot

Late finish on Friday evening as we welcomed Automotive Photographer Matt Woods along to complete our 1977 MGBGT and 1975 MGB Roadster restoration projects in style. The completed images will follow very soon but here are some behind the scene images of the shoot.

Refurbishing our Rostyle Wheels

Not the easiest of wheels to restore our friends at Wheelcare Refisnishing had their work cut out when we presented two sets of original Rostyle wheel in need of restoration. Our 1975 MG B Roadster and 1977 MG BGT will soon be sitting on fresh looking rims. Source: Wiki Rostyle wheels are a notable design of […]

1977 MGBGT Rebuild Progress

The freshly painted black arches have now been covered up by the refit of the front wings. The rebuild is coming along very well on our 1977 MG BGT with the wiring and new ceiling cloth now securely in position. Mauro and Tommy are working together to refit the bright work and finish off the […]

1977 MGBGT: Front Wing Preparation

Chris is currently preparing the front wings of our 1977 MGBGT ready for paint very soon.

1977 MGBGT Body Panels In Paint

First glimpse of the freshly painted MGBGT body panels. We are restoring our 1 owner MG to the original specifications, the interior remains untouched (albeit cleaned) and the finished exterior is Flamenco Red. The car has been off the road since the 1980’s but very soon will be completed and before we know it, back […]

1977 MGBGT Primer

The final stages of primer on our 1977 MGBGT panels.

1977 MGBGT Primed

Primed and nearly ready for colour!!

1977 MGBGT: Epoxy Primer

Chris is now masking up our 1977 MGBGT ready for the application of Epoxy primer. Epoxy Primer is used to seal and prepare surfaces prior to painting. It absorbs into the existing substrate, cures strong and seals effectively. By using an epoxy primer you improve the coverage on quality of your top coat. Epoxy primer […]

Fitting up the MGBGT sound deadening

The rear compartment of our 1977 MGBGT has now been fitted out with brand new sound deadening. The car is now ready and waiting for the paint guys to prepare the body for paint within the coming weeks.

Fitting new leaf springs to our MGBGT

Our brand new leaf springs have arrived from Moss Europe and have now been fitted onto the car.

MGB Windscreen Arrives

Thanks, as always, to the guys at Moss Europe for their fantastic service. Our brand new MGB roadster windscreen has arrived along with a huge assortment of parts for various projects we have running.

Restoring our MGBGT seats

The original 1977 MGBGT seats have survived 30 years of being in storage. Although very dirty and tired looking, the seats are in remarkably good condition so we decided to remain with the originality and look to restore them to their former glory The results are amazing. Other than one small tear to the passengers […]

Refitting our MGBGT engine

With the engine out. Pete has stripped, cleaned up, polished all visible components. The clutch was replaced with new and we cleaned and polished the gearbox. The gearbox has now been married back up to the engine and the engine and gearbox have now been fitted into the newly restored engine bay. We will soon […]

1977 MGBGT braking system

Pete is currently in the process of rebuilding the braking system of our 1977 MGBGT. As you can see, the brakes have been stripped back, cleaned, refurbished and new brake shoes and cylinders have been fitted. The suspension has also been stripped, cleaned and overhauled.

MGBGT Inner Sill Rebuilt

Tommy has now completed the rebuild of our 1977 MGBGT’s inner sill. The offside quarter panel and inner sill have also been repaired.

More repairs to the body of our 1977 MG BGT

Tommy is setting his sights on the middle of next week having the repairs completed on our 1977 MGBGT body. Here are more images of the work he is currently carrying out  

MGBGT – A brand new fuel tank required

Our original MGBGT fuel tank has unfortunately suffered from the years of neglect. The tank is full of rust and for the cost of a new product is not worth trying to save. A brand new fuel tank has arrived from our colleagues at Moss Europe.  

1977 MGBGT: new fuel sender

The brand new fuel sender for our 1977 MGBGT has arrived.

Cutting out more metalwork on our MGBGT

We are still in the process of cutting out the rot and corrosion from our 1977 MGBGT. We will then reshape and fit new metalwork into position before we start with the body preparation and paint next month.  

Repairing the corrosion on our 1977 MGBGT.

Tommy is now working on our 1977 MGBGT body. Certain areas, particularly the sills are heavily corroded and will need both repairing and replacing. The front valance and outer sills will be replaced with new parts supplied by our good friends at Moss Europe. The centre sill will be cut out, the affected areas are […]

MGBGT Rostyle wheels refurbished

Wheelcare have carried out an incredible job on our original 1977 MGBGT Rostyle wheels. Reknowned for not being an easy wheel to refurbish they take time and patience but the results are amazing. Fitted with brand new Continental tyres.

Cleaning and painting the original MG jack

Brian has been busy cleaning up and painting the original jack to freshen up the look.

Stripping and cleaning the pedal box and brake servo

More loose components are being refurbished and stored away ready for the rebuild of our 1977 MG BGT. Brian has now stripped, cleaned and completed the pedal box and servo.

Stripping and painting the MG alternator

Next job in our 1977 MGBGT restoration project is to test, strip down and paint the alternator. Now complete, the alternator can be stored away ready for the refit process to begin.

Refitting the MGBGT engine…

Our 1977 MGBGT engine is now cleaned and painted and ready for refit. The engine bay was originally black from the factory but over years has started to show signs of wear so with the engine out we have cleaned up and refinished the engine bay.

Refurbishing our original MGBGT exhaust

The original exhaust of our 1977 MGBGT is in exceptional condition underneath, just with a little surface rust to deal with. The car has been owned from new by one person and was stored away in the 80s not to be used again…until now. With very little use the car has remained in considerably good […]

Cleaning our MGBGT Gearbox

Pete has begun work on cleaning up the original gearbox housing.   …and what a difference a good clean has made.