We’ve begun work on this beautifully presented Austin Healey 3000. differential fluid was leaking due to a faulty seal. Pete has removed the prop shaft before removing the faulty seal. He then installed a new seal, put the pinion shaft back in and torqued it to the correct settings. He then replaced the prop and […]
Tom has been removing the entire brake system, servicing and cleaning them and is now in the process of reinstalling them back onto the car. Tom working on refitting the brakes on our 1962 TVR Grantura
Dave has been working on our 1972 Jaguar E-Type. It’s quite common for the air box’s on E-Types to corrode in the wheel-side corner. Dave has repaired the airbox ready to be sent down to our paint shop.
This Daihatsu seat has entered our trim shop today for a seat bolster repair. The damaged areas will be replaced with perfect matching red leather.
Wow, what a beauty! Our gorgeous deep blue Jaguar E-type is with Pete for a service. The tan leather interior compliments the striking blue interior so well. We’ll be sad to see this one leave us.
Our luxurious V8 Daimler is to the paint shop with Darren and Chris for a minor paint repair.
Our VW beetle has come into Bridge Classic cars for engine restoration works. Ady, our engine specialist, is now diagnosing any issues the engine may have and we’re sure he’ll be able to get this cute little Beetle back to it’s owner soon.
Our 1962 TVR Grantura Racecar has peaked the attention of TVR enthusiasts. Shared to three of the largest TVR fan pages, there is certainly a lot of interest in our one-of-a-kind Grantura Racecar. We have to agree that this car’s racing heritage and gorgeous patina make this car a classic well worth sharing. View the […]
Late last night we collected our 1970 Eagle SS. This kit car is based on a VW Beatle chassis. However, the dramatic bodywork styling is a far cry from the original Beatle. Remarkably, these cars only weigh around 750kg and owners state these are great little cars to drive. This vehicle will be available for […]
Something a little different is coming in today. This lovely Daihatsu Copen! The Copen is a Japanese kei car. The kei car category was devised by the Japanese government in 1949. These regulations specify a maximum vehicle size, engine capacity of 660cc and power output, so that owners may enjoy both tax and insurance benefits.
Ady’s finished up work on our Mercedes 220 Engine rebuild. The engine has had a brand new bespoke machined flywheel, valve seals cut, valves refaced and new valve guides. The camshaft has been re-profiled and the engine block completely re-bored. The crank shaft has been re-ground along with new gaskets and bearings being fitted. Check […]
Work is continuing on our TVR Racecar. We’re replacing the shock absorbers with brand new replacements from GAZ. The other photos will be used as a reference for the vehicles re-assembly.
Our Jensen bonnet has been in the paint shop. The fibreglass structure has a large crack and so will be repaired to a completely smooth surface ready for repainting.
Ady, Bridge Classic Cars engine specialist has completed another engine build on our 1953 Mercedes 220
Pete has replaced the old brakes on our E30 BMW 325 M Sport. It’s been treated to new rotors and pads all round.
Paul has made great progress stripping down the MG A. The clutch and brake pedal box is being removed and the bonnet catch will be refurbed. The chassis bolt has rotted away so will need to be replaced. The rear suspension support strap will be replaced. The vehicle will also need new bearings and disks. […]
Ady, our in-house engine specialist has had the carburettors out on our MG A. He’s given them a full service and a polish before they’ll be refitted onto the engine.
In with us at Bridge Classic Cars is this striking Blue Metallic 1967 Austin-Healey 3000. In our care this car will be treated to a new diff oil seal. Built between 1959 – 1967 the 3.0 L 2+2 seater sports car won its class in a plethora of European rallies.
Our one-of-a-kind Corvette powered Jensen 541R is having custom fabricated stainless steel exhaust system made and fitted. We had originally designed a system that took the manifold above the engine but due to our customers request we’re re-routing the system underneath. We’ve had to ensure the exhaust misses the steering column and alternator. We’ve avoided […]
We were at the oldest celebration of motoring this Sunday 3rd November, the 2019 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run. More than 400 pre-1905 vehicles took took to the road. Over 120 years since the first run in 1896, it was wonderful to see so many of these Veteran vehicles make the journey from Hyde […]
Ady, our engine specialist, continues to strip down the engine on our 190 SL.
Coming in as a part restoration is this 68′ Triumph TR5. A stalled project, this vehicle will now be taken in by us at Bridge Classic Cars for a total restoration. Built in Coventry, Triumphed manufactured TR5’s between August 1967 and September 1968. The vehicle, along with the Herald and Spitfire was styled by Giovanni […]
Pete has continued work on our 1977 Ford Escort RS2000. He’s had to grind down the transmission mounting brackets. He’s also discovered a core plug leak behind the flywheel which will be a fairly straightforward fix.
The Engine on our 1960 Jensen 541R has undergone a complete rebuild.
Since we completed our restoration work on this 1971 Bedford J Type Truck it has been fully fitted with kitchen appliances, ready to begin it’s new life as a mobile Indian restaurant. We will see the car coming back to us at Bridge Classic Cars for final inspections before she’s out on the open road […]
Arriving soon to our paint shop for some remedial paintwork correction is this Porsche 930 Turbo. Sporting a 3.3 litre turbocharged flat six engine. Flying to 60mph in under 5seconds, the 930 Turbo was the top of the line Porsche 911. The wide rear wheel arches, combined with Porsche’s iconic ‘Whale Tail’ rear spoiler make […]
Our Gorgeous E-type has popped back to the workshop for suspension adjustments and some additional minor works.
Today Pete’s completed the undersealing on our E30 325 M Sport. He’s used Tetra Shutz to rust protect this vehicle for many miles to come. Pete’s also replaced the fuel filter and fuel tank.
We’ve said goodbye to our 1996 Rover Mini Cooper. Having undergone a full body shell restoration, we’ve painted this car in this sumptuous Almond Green / White diamond colour combination. On it’s journey with us this vehicle visited Andrew and Darren to remove any corroded metal and complete any necessary welding. Then new Heritage panels were […]
Ady, Bridge Classic Cars’ engine specialist has been making progress with our MGA Engine rebuild. After cleaning and servicing the carburettors he’s stripping down the bottom end of our engine.