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Back Together – Rebuilding the Brakes on the 1937 Austin Seven
After the strip down and inspection of the brake system on the 1937 Austin Seven, the team have been the process of getting it all back together. The team began by reassembling the wire and arm system which control the
Covered – New Rear Matting in the 1980 Austin Mini Van
The interior team at Bridge Classic Cars have been busy making new rear matting for the load bay of the 1980 Austin Mini Van. The team begun by making a paper template to ensure the matting would fit up tightly
Out Back – Trimming the Rear Floor Boards and Fixing the Dash Shelf of the 1968 Morris Minor Van
The Bridge Classic Cars trim team have been working on the interior of the 1968 Morris Minor Van at our Suffolk HQ. The team began by removing the shelf underneath the dashboard of the classic Morris in order to carry
Unseen – New Hardura for the Firewall of the 1970 Bristol 411
The interior team at Bridge Classic Cars have been working on finishing the firewall/bulkhead on the 1970 Bristol 411 which is having its left-hand drive conversion done at our Suffolk HQ. The firewall and under dash area of the classic
Progress – Continuing Work on the Interior of the 1955 Jensen 541
The Bridge Classic Cars interior team have been making progress on the interior of the 1955 Jensen 541. Each part of the interior of the car has been entirely made by hand by our trimmers. The team have taken each
Rickinghall Classic Car Meet, Autojumble, Swap Meet & Car Boot
Rickinghall Classic Car Meet, Autojumble, Swap Meet & Car Boot at Rickinghall Village Hall, Suffolk, IP22 1HD. On the second Saturday of the month starting on 14th May 2022. Set up from 8am. Ends at 12:30pm. Trunk trading from the
Rickinghall Classic Car Meet, Autojumble, Swap Meet & Car Boot
Rickinghall Classic Car Meet, Autojumble, Swap Meet & Car Boot at Rickinghall Village Hall, Suffolk, IP22 1HD. On the second Saturday of the month starting on 14th May 2022. Set up from 8am. Ends at 12:30pm. Trunk trading from the
Rickinghall Classic Car Meet, Autojumble, Swap Meet & Car Boot
Rickinghall Classic Car Meet, Autojumble, Swap Meet & Car Boot at Rickinghall Village Hall, Suffolk, IP22 1HD. On the second Saturday of the month starting on 14th May 2022. Set up from 8am. Ends at 12:30pm. Trunk trading from the
Rickinghall Classic Car Meet, Autojumble, Swap Meet & Car Boot
Rickinghall Classic Car Meet, Autojumble, Swap Meet & Car Boot at Rickinghall Village Hall, Suffolk, IP22 1HD. On the second Saturday of the month starting on 14th May 2022. Set up from 8am. Ends at 12:30pm. Trunk trading from the
Rickinghall Classic Car Meet, Autojumble, Swap Meet & Car Boot
Rickinghall Classic Car Meet, Autojumble, Swap Meet & Car Boot at Rickinghall Village Hall, Suffolk, IP22 1HD. On the second Saturday of the month starting on 14th May 2022. Set up from 8am. Ends at 12:30pm. Trunk trading from the
Rickinghall Classic Car Meet, Autojumble, Swap Meet & Car Boot
Rickinghall Classic Car Meet, Autojumble, Swap Meet & Car Boot at Rickinghall Village Hall, Suffolk, IP22 1HD. On the second Saturday of the month starting on 14th May 2022. Set up from 8am. Ends at 12:30pm. Trunk trading from the
Winners Circle – 1993 Rover Mini at Home with a New Owner
The Bridge Classic Cars Competitions 1993 Rover Mini has begun its new life with Jake, it’s very lucky new owner. Jake won our 1993 Rover Mini in a recent live draw and after it had its final check over was
Stopping Power – Freeing the Brakes and Replacing the Handbrake Shoe on the 1980 Porsche 924 Turbo
The restoration workshop at Bridge Classic Cars have been working on freeing and fixing the brakes on the 1980 Porsche 924 Turbo. The car had a concern of the front nearside brake binding on while driving. The team stripped back
This Just In – 1973 Triumph TR6
This beautiful 1973 Triumph TR6, finished in striking Saffron Yellow, has just arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars Suffolk HQ. The classic Triumph will go through our workshop for our in-house restoration teams to assess and inspect before reporting back
Finer Points – Repairs Continue on the Rear Arch and Valance Panel on the 1969 Morris Minor Convertible
The Bridge Classic Cars fabrication team have been continuing with the metal repairs to the rear arch and valance panel of the 1969 Morris Minor Convertible. The fabrication team have been working on thoroughly removing the corrosion from around the
Key Points – Progress on the 1970 Bristol 411
The restoration team in the Bridge Classic Cars restoration workshop at our Suffolk HQ have been making progress on the 1970 Bristol 411 in for its left hand drive conversion. The team have begun the work by rebuilding and fitting
Stripped Back – Stripping and Inspecting the Brakes on the 1937 Austin Seven
The workshop team at Bridge Classic Cars have turned their attention to the brake system of the 1937 Austin Seven which arrived recently at our Suffolk HQ. The team began by first inspecting each of the drums of the classic
Key Features – Work on the 1959 Jensen 541R
The workshop restoration team at Bridge Classic Cars have been working on completing several jobs on the beautiful 1959 Jensen 541R in with us. The first job that need completing was to get the moveable front grille working again. The
Behind the Scenes – Shooting the 1980 Austin Mini Van
There is something about a classic Mini which cannot help but put a smile across your face and that’s before you’ve even driven it. Just seeing one is a sure-fire way to brighten up your day. So, that’s why the
All Present and Correct – Fixing the Front Spot Lights and Heater Valve on the 1980 Porsche 924 Turbo
The workshop team at Bridge Classic Cars have been working on sorting out a few electrical issues with the 1980 Porsche 924 Turbo. The team first began with wiring in the front spot lights. This involved an in-depth pin grip
Out and About – Bridge Classic Cars at Barons Auctions
The Bridge Classic Cars team recently at the pleasure of attending the final Barons Auctions event at Sandown Racecourse before their move. The team went to look at all the cars on display. A wonderful mix of modern and vintage
Service and Check – Work on the 1996 Rover 216
The Bridge Classic Cara restoration technicians have been working on the 1996 Rover 216 Convertible in our workshops recently. The team have carried out a full service on the car as well as a full and thorough inspection. Whilst completing
Dazzling – New Brightwork on the 1968 Austin Morris Minor Van
This beautiful 1968 Morris Minor Van has been in the Bridge Classic Cars body shop to have its new brightwork kit fitted to get it looking even better! The Morris Minor Van’s original chrome had begun to pit and tarnish,
Build Up – The 1987 Daimler Double Six in High Build Primer
The paint and body teams at Bridge Classic Cars have been busy preparing the body and panels of the 1987 Daimler Double Six for the final stages of high build primer. The classic Daimler, which is in with our restoration
Two wonderfully different classics visiting us this week…
Visiting us this week we have a beautiful Lagonda which may possibly be revisiting in the not too distant future for a new top to be fitted. We are just awaiting confirmation from the owner Secondly, we welcomed the Porsche
All in the Preparation – Primer and Filler Work on the 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 MkI
The paint and body team have worked on getting the body and bonnet of the 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Mk1 as close to perfect as possible in the build-up of the car going into paint. The car is being completely
Praise continues for our CalmIndianCow
We continue to follow the progress and incredible praise our good friends at CalmIndianCow are receiving on a daily basis. Recently @jendaddyg shared a post on Instagram having enjoyed lunch in London. If you’re in or around London check out
This Just In – 1970 Jaguar XJ
Just arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars restoration workshops in our Suffolk HQ is this beautiful 1970 Jaguar XJ. The team are going to be looking into a few running issues on the classic XJ for its owner. Since having
This Just In – 1937 Austin Seven
This beautiful 1937 Austin Seven has just arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop in our Suffolk HQ to be worked on by our restoration teams. Along with the full inspection all cars entering our workshop receive, the team will
Progress – Update on the 1959 Jensen 541R
The team at Bridge Classic Cars have been making progress on the beautiful 1959 Jensen 541R in our restoration workshop. Firstly the team began by removing the seats in order to correctly fit the centre console of the classic Jensen.
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