[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We had a very special visitor into our workshops today, a stunning 1934 SS II. As she was being taken out for a top up of fuel and a blast around the roads in Ipswich she stopped by for us all to see. Thank you very much for popping by, it was a pleasure to […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When our 1949 MG YT arrived at our Ipswich workshops back in November 2016, she was missing a lot of her character: A very different car to what we expected but never-the-less, a car that from day one showed so much promis. One of the major tasks was to rebuild the engine. With the majority of it […]
We are very fortunate to have one of the world’s leading MG parts suppliers right here on our doorstep. NTG have provided us with a brand new stainless steel exhaust for our MG YT restoration project. Although she arrived with us looking very sorry for herself, she did come equipped with her exhaust system. However, after […]
With the dials back from Speedograph, having been completely overhauled, rebuilt and re-polished, we have now been able to securely fit them in our newly refurbished dash. We are now on to the final stretch of the rebuild, with the interior arriving back from Kim very soon having been completely remade. We have re manufactured […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Our 1986 Rolls Royce Silver Spirit has arrived in to us to have a traditional Rolls Royce two-tone respray transformation. The base colour will remain Rolls Royce Walnut but we are looking to introduce a second colour of Rolls Royce Regency Bronze. As this is not a full restoration it is very important to maintain […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s the end of another day at Bridge Classic Cars and the Maserati Merak is parked up, ready and waiting for the final trip to the paint shop. In the diary for the beginning of next week. Once we have completed the final few touches she’ll be ready for one of our ‘now famous’ photo-shoots…after […]
Our 1982 Triumph TR7 featured on UK Road & Rally Classics, reaching (at the time) over 23,000 subscribers and 23,000 followers.
We reported earlier in the project that our original horn push came with the car damaged. Because of the rarity of almost everything on the Merak, we have commissioned Pamela David Enamels to design and re-manufacture a new one for us. Today, we received delivery of the new horn push… New Old
The brand new upgraded throttle linkage has now been fitted to our 1967 Jaguar E-Type. As you can see, the stunning new set up is far less busy under the bonnet than the regular set up. Not only is aesthetically pleasing but is far more responsive and will prevent any future play. The response is […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Arriving at Bridge Classic Cars in just over a month’s time, a 1967 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow, right hand drive in burgundy over black with creme interior.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”13155,13156,13157,13158,13159,13160,13161,13162,13163,13164,13165,13166,13167,13168,13169,13170,13171,13172,13173,13174,13175,13176,13177,13178,13179,13180,13181,13182,13183,13184,13185,13186,13187,13188,13189,13190,13191,13192,13193,13194,13195,13196,13197,13198,13199,13200,13201,13202,13203,13204,13205,13206,13207,13208,13209,13210,13211,13212,13213,13214,13215″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Arrived in with us today, a new restoration project for the guys at Bridge Classic Cars. Here we have a 1983 Ford Capri 2.8 Injection. As with a lot of classics we see, she comes with a fantastic story. Released as one the press demonstrators before being purchased by the BBC themselves back in the […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Work is now complete on our 1974 Triumph GT6 so all that is left to do is hand back the keys to one very lucky owner and watch her drive off up the A14 back home to Stowmarket. We’ll see her again very soon for her annual MOT. Here she is outside Bridge Classic Cars […]
As I took in impromptu visit to the paint shop today here we have some more pictures of our Jensen 541S in prime ready for paint. The shell is due to be painted next week so the next set of pictures will be hugely different. It’ll be lovely to see this prototype Jensen 541S back […]
The shell of our racing 1967 Jaguar E-Type has returned having been been wet blasted. Wet blasting, similarly to dry blasting, is the use of an abrasive material and compressed air. However, unlike dry blasting, wet blasting uses liquid to enhance the levels of surface finish that can be achieved. The benefit of including water is […]
Side by side, enjoying the sunshine here in Suffolk…our 1959 Triumph TR3 and 1974 Triumph GT6 outside Bridge Classic Cars and Bridge MOT Centre.
The new heater blower has been temporarily fitted up. Before we make this 100% secure, firstly the engine will need to be fitted up and the air conditioning components installed. Since the early 1920s, Clayton Classics has been supplying products to the automotive industry and has always been at the forefront of technical innovation. Part […]
Having de-greased the engine to inspect for the faults, we have replaced the rocker cover gasket and fuel pump gasket. At the same time we have changes the oil and filter and she now back on the road with no more leaks.
…well not strictly true! As you can see from our recent posts, our 1975 Maserati Merak has been somewhat missing the feel of the road for quite a while now. Due to a visit at the weekend, the workshops are being moved and that means the Maserati has been taken outside for a couple of […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It was a beautiful summer’s day today here in Suffolk, and with temperatures reaching 35′ in some parts of the country we were all welcomed with news of it being the hottest June day in 41 years. And what better way to enjoy the sunshine than to take Daisy out for her ‘completion’ photo shoot […]
On one of the hottest days of the year our newly painted Jensen 541S oil filter housing took no time at all to dry. Along with the steering column sleeve, work on refurbishing the loose components is really picking up pace. The shell should be returning from the paint shop very soon and the parts […]
Some additional pieces of bright-work have been added to the collection over at Wyatt Polishing. No major repair work is required so this collection will just require stripping, chroming and polishing.
When our 1949 MGYT arrived in to us from Cyprus amongst the many components missing or broken was a missing filler fuel neck. Dave has now remade the piece and painted it ready to be refitted.
Tommy has now completed the task of refurbishing and re-painting our 1967 Jaguar E-Type gearbox tunnel. With the engine and gearbox now fitted into the car the tunnel can be re-fitted into position.
To access all of the wiring for the over-drive we have today removed all of the interior from our 1974 Triumph GT6. A job well done as we have now managed to rectify the over-drive issues we were faced with.
The new master cylinder has now been fitted up… …along with the new heater hose pipes.
Whilst on the hunt for evidence of the original UK registration number (prior to it being exported to Cyprus) we have come across a couple of fantastic vintage photos. Although the car was originally Clipper Blue these look to be taken after the colour change but do show the original UK number. PXN 577 Let’s […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Having completed a full restoration at the back end of last year, we welcome back our 1971 Triumph Spitfire for it’s regular check up and service. Along with the full service we have accepted a list of remedial tasks required to be carried out. Fit rubber cones under the bonnet. Secure and hide wires from […]
Work is now underway on the recommissioning of our 19741 Triumph Spitfire. It has been sitting in a garden in Ipswich for many years and as always, the engine is the first department to concentrate our efforts on. Upon close inspection it is evident that the engine is very much seized so this will require […]
In this week we have our gorgeous 1959 Triumph TR3 with a slight oil leak that needs some investigation.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We spent a couple of days this week down in Esher, Surrey for the British Heritage, Classic and Sports Cars Auction hosted by Baron’s. And what a gorgeous couple of days if was, the sun was shining and the turn out was great. As the days get longer and summer creeps around the corner, Baron Classic […]