1986 VW Golf arrival
August 1, 2019
Arriving in our workshops today we have our 1986 Volkswagen Golf cabriolet. The car is in for a full respray which will also consist of
Projects
Ford Consul Interior Work
July 31, 2019
Donna has fitting out our 1956 Ford Consul with brand new carpets throughout. Whilst doing so, Brian has been busy cleaning up the existing interior
Coming Soon: 1947 MG TC
July 31, 2019
Arriving soon to join the Bridge Classic Cars family we have our 1947 MGTC. We’ll be looking to carry out the routine checks with an
1959 Morris J Type Home
July 30, 2019
We have just received a lovely email from the owners to show us it’s new home. ‘Stain in his new home. A big thank-you to
1959 Morris J Type ready to go home
July 30, 2019
Our 1959 Morris J Type is complete and ready to return home for rebuild.
Jensen 541R: Skirts and front wing work
July 30, 2019
More images from the body work preparation. Here we have the fibre-glass front wing/arches as well as the side skirts being perfected; to remove all
1947 MG TC: Recommissioning
July 30, 2019
Our 1947 MG TC has arrived in our workshops for a recommission. The c ar has been regularly used up until recently so we are
Coming Soon: 1965 Ford Mustang
July 29, 2019
Having owned the car for just under a week, the current owner is new to the classic car scene but has always wanted the iconic
Work now complete on our 1974 De Tomaso Pantera
July 29, 2019
One of the star attractions of last week’s Classic & Sports Car & Bike Show was our 1974 De Tomaso Pantera. The engine work is
De Tomaso Pantera Wheel Bearing
July 26, 2019
Pete has replaced the nut on the De Tomaso Pantera’s wheel bearing.
Cleaning the 220 engine
July 25, 2019
Ady is currently cleaning out the corrosion in our Mercedes 220 engine.
Suspected head gasket
July 25, 2019
In our workshops this week we have our 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow with a suspected head gasket. Upon starting, we are immediately experiencing pressurise
Running our TVR engine
July 25, 2019
Running up our 1962 TVR Engine after rebuild. Prior to Ady rebuilding the engine, it had been left in bits for many years with the
Austin 7 Regulator
July 24, 2019
Our fantastic little 1933 Austin 7 is in our workshops with an ongoing charging issue. The dynamo has been rebuilt a number of times but
TVR: Refit, Interior, Dash
July 24, 2019
Work is progressing well on our 1962 TVR Grantura as we continue to fit up the exterior, at the same time working on the full
Painting our Bentley Calipers
July 23, 2019
Whilst refurbishing the wheels we have taken the opportunity to repaint the calipers.
1959 Triumph TR3 new metalwork
July 23, 2019
New metalwork has now been fitted and shaped on our Triumph TR3 to replace the areas affected by rust. The colour has been matched and
2008 Bentley Continental: painted
July 22, 2019
Our 2008 Bentley Continental back bumper is now complete. The wheels have been fully refurbished and the back bumper has been painted. Next up, the
MGB Roadster Home Time
July 22, 2019
Today’s the day we introduce our 1975 MGB Roadster to it’s new home in the city. First trip out was a big one, we’ve heard
Triumph TR3 ready for paint
July 22, 2019
Our 1959 Triumph TR3 is now in primer and ready for paint.
Cleaning up the Ford Consul door cards
July 20, 2019
Brian has been busy cleaning up the existing door cards to give them a nice, fresh, clean look ready for refit.
Rolls Royce Shadow 1 Back Home
July 20, 2019
Our running issues on our 1974 Rolls Royce Shadow 1 required new points and a condenser. Whilst in we topped up the oil in the
Painting the Bentley rear end
July 19, 2019
Bizarre but true, our Bentley’s rear bumper had found a mate in a friendly pheasant who decided to peck away at the paintwork. Not a
Fitting up the front and rear hubs on our Jensen 541R
July 19, 2019
John has now built up the front and rear hubs. The brakes have been upgraded all round with the front set up being converted to
Restoring the window frames and hood cover
July 19, 2019
The original Austin Healey side screens have been stripped, cleaned and repainted. We have had to carry out some remedial repairs to the cracked frames
Chroming various parts
July 17, 2019
Images back from Tony at Wyatt Polishing as he continues to work through the various re-chroming and re-polishing projects we have given him. Here we
TVR Grantura: Bringing back to life!
July 17, 2019
Images have emerged of our 1962 TVR Grantura in dis-repair some years ago. As much as it is not nice to see a wonderful classic
Cleaning our M3 engine cover
July 17, 2019
Whilst we continue to diagnose the running issues with our 1998 BMW M3 Evolution we have cleaned up engine cover ready for the recommission to
Shine Supply UK – July 2019
July 17, 2019
Our 2008 Bentley Continental featured on ShineSupply_UK Instagram story.
1959 Triumph TR3 body preparation
July 16, 2019
Our 1959 Triumph TR3 is now in the preparation area having the outer sills removed and corrosion behind repaired. The sills will be replaced with
1986 VW Golf arrival
August 1, 2019
Arriving in our workshops today we have our 1986 Volkswagen Golf cabriolet. The car is in for a full respray which will also consist of a very sympathetic restoration of various components.
Ford Consul Interior Work
July 31, 2019
Donna has fitting out our 1956 Ford Consul with brand new carpets throughout. Whilst doing so, Brian has been busy cleaning up the existing interior and securing back into position.
Coming Soon: 1947 MG TC
July 31, 2019
Arriving soon to join the Bridge Classic Cars family we have our 1947 MGTC.
We’ll be looking to carry out the routine checks with an aim to get her back on the road in very little time. The car has aged beautifully and with bags of character this is a great example of when a car should not be restored. With a little TLC the car will be back on the road and ready to enjoy the shows.
Due in to us within the coming weeks, once in we will fully assess the car to work out what work needs to be carried out. We may even be able to have her ready for a trip to the upcoming Helmingham Hall Festival of Classic & Sports Cars.
1959 Morris J Type Home
July 30, 2019
We have just received a lovely email from the owners to show us it’s new home.
‘Stain in his new home. A big thank-you to you all A&N’
1959 Morris J Type ready to go home
July 30, 2019
Our 1959 Morris J Type is complete and ready to return home for rebuild.
Jensen 541R: Skirts and front wing work
July 30, 2019
More images from the body work preparation. Here we have the fibre-glass front wing/arches as well as the side skirts being perfected; to remove all blistering and get them repaired and ready for paint.
1947 MG TC: Recommissioning
July 30, 2019
Our 1947 MG TC has arrived in our workshops for a recommission. The c ar has been regularly used up until recently so we are hoping not to have to carry out too much work to get her back on the road. A thorough service is a definite must and we look to be losing water so this will most certainly have to be addressed.
We also think a detailed clean would not go a miss and this will completely transform the car.
Coming Soon: 1965 Ford Mustang
July 29, 2019
Having owned the car for just under a week, the current owner is new to the classic car scene but has always wanted the iconic 60’s Ford Mustang. later in the month the car will arrive in our workshops for a general check over and full service.
This will be a longer term project for the owner who would eventually like to see the paint and interior imperfections addressed.
For now, it’s time to enjoy the summer and get used to the car and it’s personality.
Work now complete on our 1974 De Tomaso Pantera
July 29, 2019
One of the star attractions of last week’s Classic & Sports Car & Bike Show was our 1974 De Tomaso Pantera.
The engine work is now complete and the car is ready to return home.
The car came to us for a full service, to tighten, loctite the gear linkage and to investigate a misfire. We have replaced the obvious; plugs, leads, rotor arm, distributor cap. The fault was still present. We have now discovered an incorrect push rod fitted which has resulted in the rocker arm breaking.
We have stripped own and crack tested all rocker arms where we have established 3 being cracked.
We have fitted lifters, inlet manifold gaskets, pushrods and 4x rocker arms.
We have also removed offside rear hub assembly, replaced nut and tightened.
The torque has been adjusted to manufacturers recommendation.
Lastly we carried out a full MOT inspection.
De Tomaso Pantera Wheel Bearing
July 26, 2019
Pete has replaced the nut on the De Tomaso Pantera’s wheel bearing.
Cleaning the 220 engine
July 25, 2019
Ady is currently cleaning out the corrosion in our Mercedes 220 engine.
Suspected head gasket
July 25, 2019
In our workshops this week we have our 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow with a suspected head gasket. Upon starting, we are immediately experiencing pressurise in one cylinder going into the water way.
Running our TVR engine
July 25, 2019
Running up our 1962 TVR Engine after rebuild.
Prior to Ady rebuilding the engine, it had been left in bits for many years with the main block being buried in the garden. This was a big engine rebuild but very satisfying when completed and running…
Austin 7 Regulator
July 24, 2019
Our fantastic little 1933 Austin 7 is in our workshops with an ongoing charging issue.
The dynamo has been rebuilt a number of times but the previous garage have been unable to work out why the car is still not taking charge.
Having carried out a little research, John temporarily rewired to ensure that the dynamo was working correctly. As this seems to be the case, we were then able to diagnose the issue being with the regulator.
The regulator is now away with a specialist being rebuilt. We await its return so we can get it refitted and the car back to the current owner.
TVR: Refit, Interior, Dash
July 24, 2019
Work is progressing well on our 1962 TVR Grantura as we continue to fit up the exterior, at the same time working on the full interior re-trim. The dash is complete and ready to fit before we look to wire up the entire car.
Painting our Bentley Calipers
July 23, 2019
Whilst refurbishing the wheels we have taken the opportunity to repaint the calipers.
1959 Triumph TR3 new metalwork
July 23, 2019
New metalwork has now been fitted and shaped on our Triumph TR3 to replace the areas affected by rust.
The colour has been matched and the car has been painted just in time for Sunday’s Classic & Sports Car & Bike show.
2008 Bentley Continental: painted
July 22, 2019
Our 2008 Bentley Continental back bumper is now complete.
The wheels have been fully refurbished and the back bumper has been painted.
Next up, the interior trim needs addressing.
But what a beautiful car…
MGB Roadster Home Time
July 22, 2019
Today’s the day we introduce our 1975 MGB Roadster to it’s new home in the city.
First trip out was a big one, we’ve heard from the owner that the trip from London to Luton went very well. Next stop Sicily…
Triumph TR3 ready for paint
July 22, 2019
Our 1959 Triumph TR3 is now in primer and ready for paint.
Cleaning up the Ford Consul door cards
July 20, 2019
Brian has been busy cleaning up the existing door cards to give them a nice, fresh, clean look ready for refit.
Rolls Royce Shadow 1 Back Home
July 20, 2019
Our running issues on our 1974 Rolls Royce Shadow 1 required new points and a condenser. Whilst in we topped up the oil in the carburettors.
She now runs beautifully and back home ready for an upcoming wedding trip.
Painting the Bentley rear end
July 19, 2019
Bizarre but true, our Bentley’s rear bumper had found a mate in a friendly pheasant who decided to peck away at the paintwork.
Not a huge issue to resolve so we have now put the car through our workshops to tidy up the rear and make it look perfect once again.
Fitting up the front and rear hubs on our Jensen 541R
July 19, 2019
John has now built up the front and rear hubs.
The brakes have been upgraded all round with the front set up being converted to 4-pot calipers. We have also altered the set up to hold spoke wheels and have temporarily fitted a set for testing.
Restoring the window frames and hood cover
July 19, 2019
The original Austin Healey side screens have been stripped, cleaned and repainted. We have had to carry out some remedial repairs to the cracked frames which involved welding new metal into the affected areas. The material and perspex which makes up the window have been cleaned down before rebuilding both sides ready for refit.
The hood cover has also been cleaned ready for install.
Chroming various parts
July 17, 2019
Images back from Tony at Wyatt Polishing as he continues to work through the various re-chroming and re-polishing projects we have given him.
Here we have bright work from our TVR Grantura, Jensens 541R’s and Jaguar E-Type.
TVR Grantura: Bringing back to life!
July 17, 2019
Images have emerged of our 1962 TVR Grantura in dis-repair some years ago.
As much as it is not nice to see a wonderful classic looking so sad it is still lovely to find images like this.
Cleaning our M3 engine cover
July 17, 2019
Whilst we continue to diagnose the running issues with our 1998 BMW M3 Evolution we have cleaned up engine cover ready for the recommission to commence.
Shine Supply UK – July 2019
July 17, 2019
Our 2008 Bentley Continental featured on ShineSupply_UK Instagram story.
1959 Triumph TR3 body preparation
July 16, 2019
Our 1959 Triumph TR3 is now in the preparation area having the outer sills removed and corrosion behind repaired.
The sills will be replaced with new and repainted.
