The Bridge Classic Cars paint shop is always busy. Today, one of the ongoing jobs is being completed by Adam as he is flattening and polishing our freshly painted 1975 MGB GT V8.
After moving our 1973 MGB GT around the workshop, Will positioned it on the ramp to begin work on the steering components and tyres. He swapped the spare wheel back into place and fitted the two new tyres onto the rear. Turning his attention to the steering rack, Will removed the track rod ends, carefully […]
Our paint technician, Mauro, has continued his work on the bonnet of our 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe.
Progressing further with the engine bay of our 1987 Mercedes 500SL, Jon studied reference photos to determine the correct placement of components before securing them in position once satisfied with their alignment. As each part was addressed, he cleaned the associated pipework and applied lacquer to preserve the finish and protect against future corrosion. Working […]
Will removed the exhaust headers of our 1969 Audi 70 L in preparation for refinishing, carefully taping and preparing them before carrying out the sandblasting process to strip them back. Once cleaned, he re-taped and prepped the surfaces for paint, ensuring everything was ready for coating. He then applied the first coat of VHT black […]
Steve has fitted new drive shaft boots to address the oil leak on our 1970 Volkswagen Dune Buggy, ensuring the joints are now properly sealed. He also installed a new indicator and high beam switch gear. He also identified several points where the roll cage had been knocking against the body. In some of these […]
Greg has continued his work on our 1970 Aston Martin DBS Vantage. This time, he has been giving his attention to the wing, boot, and sill.
As preparations were made to deliver our 1978 MG Midget, Jon carried out a full PDI, beginning with inflating the tyres to the correct pressures and torquing the wheel nuts. On checking the engine, he noted the oil level was too high, so he removed the excess via the dipstick tube before rechecking to ensure […]
Picking up from the previous stages of work on our 1987 Maserati BiTurbo, Will began by fitting a new radiator cap before turning his attention to the fuel system. He carefully cleaned and inspected the replacement fuel sender unit, removing corrosion and debris from the terminals, then tested it on the car to confirm the […]
With the finishing stages of our 1959 Jaguar MKIX in sight, John carried out a series of tasks to bring both functionality and authenticity up to standard. At the customer’s request, he fitted a hazard switch to the car, though this proved more involved than expected due to the presence of a DB10 relay. To […]
As the restoration of our 1975 MGB GT V8 continues to move forward, Adam completed the painting of the car’s shell and engine bay, applying a clear coat over the finish to give it both protection and depth. He then turned his attention to the individual engine components, refinishing them in gloss black while picking […]
With attention turned to the braking and cooling systems on our 1978 MGB GT, Ben replaced the master cylinder and then bled the brakes through until there was a properly firm, solid pedal. He also bled the clutch, making sure that side of the hydraulic system was correct at the same time. Around the engine […]
The team here at the Bridge Classic Cars HQ have been diving in deeper to the 1973 Triumph TR6. Rob, our resident Triumph specialist, has been carefully taking apart the drivetrain of the classic British sports car. Once arrived, the car was diagnosed with a starter motor issue, clutch issue, release bearing issue and a […]
Our paint and body team have worked their magic on some of the final pieces of the 1996 Bentley Continental R. Our paint and body manager Chris has had the centre sections of the wheels in the Bridge Classic Cars paint booth to be finished as part of the aesthetic refresh of the 1990s luxury […]
Our technician Steve has been working through the job list on the 1970 VW Dune Buggy here at the Bridge Classic Cars restoration HQ. Steve has located the source of the reported oil leak to a drive shaft boot seal. Being based on an aircooled Volkswagen, most after market driveshaft boots are a split design […]
Just arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop are the relatively modern 2006 Jaguar XK and, on the other end of the timeline, a 1966 Daimler 250 V8. Soon, these will find their way into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop for our restoration teams to check out. 2006 Jaguar XK: 1966 Daimler 250 V8: Collected:
Mauro, one of our paint and body technicians, has been working his magic on the 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe. After modifying the bonnet hinges to get the correct angle so that the one-piece clamshell front in gapped and shaped perfectly, Mauro has got them welded into the car after checking meticulously and then […]
The Bridge Classic Cars team have been working on servicing and preparing the 1978 MG B GT. Ben, one of our amazing restoration technicians, has been working on the classic sports car in the finishing room of our restoration workshop. ”Finishing full service with points, air filters and setting dwell for points. Replacing perished clutch […]
This morning, the day came for the 1975 MG B GT V8 to have its bodyshell painted. Adam, one of our amazing paint and body technicians, has been in control of this side of the cars restoration – from preparing the heritage shell through the many phases of priming, sanding and levelling to get the […]
Recently arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars HQ, is this 1952 MG YA. The team will be checking over this classic MG soon and you never know… you may be able to have this classic on your driveway soon. Along with the MG YA, the team have also welcomed this brutish and iconic 1972 Rover […]
The 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe restoration is moving forward with every day. Our paint and body technician Mauro has been heading up the restoration of this handbuilt sports car. This time, as part of the panel gapping and adjustment, Mauro has had to adjust and modify the bonnet catches to make sure that […]
The 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 has been with our trim team this week as Lydia turns her attention to the back of the classic Aston Martin. The boot lid has been retrimmed and fitted up with perfect tailoring and fitment befitting such an incredible piece of British sports car history,
The Bridge Classic Cars paint and body team have worked their magic on the 1972 Rover P5 4500S. Since arriving back at our Suffolk HQ, the team have been working on getting the car (affectionally known to the team as ‘Beastie’) back to show-winning condition.
Jon and John have been in the Bridge Classic Cars finishing room to work on the 1987 Mercedes 500SL. This time, after some repairs, they have been refitting up the engine bay of the classic German droptop. As components went in, they were wired in and connected as well as the certain parts were cleaned […]
Will, one of the amazing Bridge Classic Cars restoration technicians, has been working his way through to getting our 1987 Maserati BiTurbo back on the road for the first time since 1995. The team have been going through a series of tests and checks to make sure that everything is working exactly should on the […]
Our 2005 Porsche 911 Cabriolet has made its way from our Suffolk HQ to its new owner David. We want to wish David many happy miles in his new 911.
Our paint and body team have been working alongside our workshop team to get the door cards refinished for the 1991 Nissan Figaro. The door cards were cleaned down, repaired in places and then prepared for the paint and body team to spray the door cards for a new lease of life. Before the workshop […]
Our paint and body team have spent the last few days getting the 1975 MG B GT V8 ready for its refinish in iconic Tundra Green. To start with, Adam (one of our Bridge Classic Cars paint and body technician) has finished the interior paint and clear coat work as well as the various panels […]
As part of the Bridge Classic Cars teams recommissioning of the 1983 Toyta Hilux they have replaced the exhaust on the classic pickup truck. The original piece had deteriorated and corroded. The team have adjusted and installed a new unit underneath the car.