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Clear Out – Rebuilding the Carburettors of the 1959 MGA Twin-Cam
The 1959 MGA Twin-Cam that is currently in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop in our Pettistree, Suffolk HQ isn’t running quite right. So, our incredible team of in-house technicians have been working on the beautiful light blue sports car. Jon,
Behind the Scenes – Live Draw of the 1972 Triumph Spitfire and REC Spitfire Watch
Bridge Classic Cars Competitions has given another lucky winner the chance to own their dream classic car. On the 13th of January 2022 on our Facebook page. The winner was announced live for all to see. We began the live
This Just In – Alfa Romeo 1750 Spyder
Patiently awaiting its space in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop at our Suffolk HQ, is this stunning Alfa Romeo Spyder. This car was part of the shipment of cars we had come in from South Africa, along with some other
Piece and Quiet – Patching the Floors and Sound Deadening in the 1977 MGB Roadster
Our senior technician, Dave, has been working on the 1977 MGB Roadster that is in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop for restoration. This time, the job is to sort out some of the small holes and issues in the floor
Catch a Leak – Fixing Leaky Carburettors on the 1973 MGB GT V8
Paul, one of our in-house restoration technicians at Bridge Classic Cars, has been getting to the bottom of a fuel leak on the 1973 MGB GT V8 we currently have in our Suffolk workshop. After investigating, Paul found the seal
The Perfect Fit – Making the Rear Seat Cover for the 1956 Jensen 541
Our in-house trim expert Lydia has been busy remaking the rear seat for the 1956 Jensen 541 that we are currently in the process of restoring at Bridge Classic Cars. Lydia used what was left of the original rear seat
In the Spotlight – Stripping Down the Lamps for the 1934 MG PA
The Bridge Classic Cars in-house restoration team have been carefully stripping down the new lamps for the 1934 MG PA Midget in our workshop. These units have been completely taken apart in preparation to be sent off to a specialist
All in Order – Cleaning and Organising Parts from the 1987 Mercedes 500SL
The Bridge Classic Cars in-house restoration team have been busy cleaning and cataloguing the parts for the 1987 Mercedes 500SL which is in with ourselves for restoration. Our in-house restoration technician Tamas has been meticulously going through every component which
In Need of a Clean – Send 1905 Riley 9hp Parts for Rebrassing
The brass parts of the 1905 Riley 9HP are in need of a clean and refurb. So, these are being carefully catalogued and packaged to be sent off to a specialist to come back as good as new. These parts
In The Right Direction – Aligning the 1990 Mini 30
Our in-house restoration technician Jon has been working on the front end of the 1990 Austin Mini 30 before it is transported to its new owner. As part of its check over, Jon had to make some tracking adjustments to
Starting from New – Continuing Body Repairs on the 1987 Daimler Double Six
Our in-house fabrication shop at Bridge Classic Cars has been working its way through the rust issues on the 1987 Daimler Double Six. Monty, one of our amazing fabricators, has carefully removed the affected areas on the sills of the
Ready for Brightwork – Ready for Chrome on the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series III Roadster
The team at Bridge Classic Cars have begun work on the stunning bonnet of the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series III Roadster we have built for a client. With all of the weatherstripping installed into the headlight surrounds, they can
In Colour – Painting the 1977 MGB Roadster
The first layers of colour are now on the body of the 1977 MGB Roadster in the Bridge Classic Cars in-house paint shop. Our head painter Chris has spent hours, along with our other painter Alan, getting the MGB Roadster’s
From the Ground Up – Installing the Carpet Set into the 1970 Porsche 911T
Brian, our head trimmer here at Bridge Classic Cars, has been working his magic and skill alongside our other incredibly talented trimmer Lydia to install the new carpet set into the 1970 Porsche 911T currently in the Bridge Classic Cars
Check Over – Inspecting the 1929 Dodge Brothers DA
Bridge Classic Cars have got this incredible pre-war 1929 Dodge Brothers DA in our Suffolk workshop to begin the inspection of this beautiful dark blue tourer. Our in-house restoration technician Paul has been busy giving this classic a full check
Latest Draw – 1976 Mercedes Benz 350SL
Bridge Classic Cars Competitions have revealed the latest prize! This absolutely stunning 1976 Mercedes Benz 350SL is finished in Aztec Gold with a tan and brown interior. Also, it comes with a very useful and matching removable hardtop. This particular
Stop & Go – New Handbrake Cable of the 1975 MGB GT V8
Mauro, one of the restoration technicians here at Bridge Classic Cars, has been working through the list of jobs we have been asked to complete for the owner of the 1975 MGB GT V8. The next item on the list
Fresh and Clean – Painting the Hubs for the 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Mk1
The Bridge Classic Cars in-house paint team have just finished working on the hubs for the 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Mk1. Chris, our head painter, has delivered the freshly refinished hubs for the Aston Martin to Scott, our restoration technician,
Extra Touches – Creating New Bags for the 1974 Jaguar E Type Series III Roadster
Lydia, one of our incredible trimmers here at Bridge Classic Cars, has been busy handmaking the extra pieces for Fern Grey. Fern Grey is of course the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series III Roadster that our in-house restoration teams have
This Just In – 1995 Dodge Viper RT/10
Bridge Classic Cars have the honour of welcoming a 1990’s hero into our workshop in Pettistree, Suffolk. The legend that is the 1995 Dodge Viper RT/10. This classic American supercar will go into our workshop for our restoration teams to
Trimmed – Working on the Trim Pieces for the 1956 Jensen 541
Our head trimmer here at Bridge Classic Cars, Brian, has been working on finishing up the interior trims for the 1956 Jensen 541 which is in with us for a full ground-up restoration. Brian has methodically worked through the trims
Final Fitment – Fitting the Exhaust to the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series III Roadster
The Bridge Classic Cars in-house restoration technicians have finished up the custom-made exhaust on the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series III Roadster that we refer to as Fern Grey. Paul has been working on getting the new exhaust safe and
This Just In – 1929 Dodge DA
This beautiful 1929 Dodge Brothers DA is the latest arrival into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. This car is due to be inspected and assessed by our in-house restoration teams to bring this stunning pre-war Dodge up to scratch. The
Prep and Paint – 1977 MGB Roadster Begins Paint
The 1977 MGB Roadster that is currently in the Bridge Classic Cars in-house paint shop is moving along quickly! Whilst Alan is busy preparing the body for its turn in the paint booth, Chris is working on getting the first
Fixing The Leak – Leak from the Rear End of the 1975 MGB GT V8
Bridge Classic Cars in-house restoration technician, Mauro, has been investigating a leak from the rear differential of the 1975 MGB GT V8. Mauro found the seal/gasket on the rear end had deteriorated over time and was allowing the rear end
New Home – The 1989 Austin Mini Safe at Her New Home
The beautiful 1989 Austin Mini is safe and sound at her new home in Scotland. Also, she seems to have got some company for her life up north. The new owner of the straight cut gearboxed 1989 Austin Mini also
Coming Soon – 1998 Mazda MX5
Bridge Classic Cars hopefully will be welcoming this absolutely stunning 1998 Mazda MX5 into our secure classic and collectable car storage facility, The Hangar, very soon. This 1998 MX5 is finished in stunning dark green with a matching interior and
Safe and Secure – Exhaust Mounts on the 1990 Mini 30
Jon, one of our amazing Bridge Classic Cars in-house restoration technicians, has been working on getting the last few bits and pieces done on the 1990 Austin Mini 30 before it heads off to its very lucky new owner. The
This Just In – 1975 Volkswagen Beetle
Bridge Classic Cars have welcomed this 1975 Volkswagen Beetle into our Pettistree workshop recently for our in-house restoration teams to assess and report on the condition of the car for its owner. After the team has assessed the car and
2022 Bridge Classic Cars – Classic & Sports Car Show
The classic British summertime. Those barmy few weeks of fabulous sunshine, warm weather and the chance to get out and show off your classic. Returning for another year of celebrating our classics, the Bridge Classic Cars Classic & Sports Car
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