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Sailing Away – The Glastron Sea Ray is Up For Sale
Bridge Classic Cars have just delivered the Glastron Sea Ray to local specialists Clarke & Carter where it will be sold. As many who read the blog know, we have done extensive work on this fantastic speedboat (and its trailer)
One in, One Out – Arrivals and Departures at Bridge Classic Cars
Bridge Classic Cars recently welcomed this new arrival to our workshop in Pettistree, Suffolk. A 1995 Dodge Viper RT10. But, in the same breathe we also said goodbye to an old friend of ours. Recently we had been offered the
Going Forward – Sending the 1972 Chevrolet El Camino for a Transmission Rebuild
This 1972 Chevrolet El Camino has been stored at our secure storage facility, The Hangar, for some time now. But today it was time to get the classic American muscle car out and off to a local automatic gearbox specialist
Coming Soon – 1975 Jensen Interceptor Mk3
Bridge Classic Cars will soon be welcoming this 1975 Jensen Interceptor Mk3 for an aesthetic restoration by our in-house teams. Our paint and body teams will assess and report on the condition of the classic GT car which will then
Handling the Pressure – Oil Pressure Gauge and Wiring Issue with the 1973 MGB GT V8
Progress is continuing on the 1973 MGB GT V8 that is currently in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. Our technicians have been going through to check all the systems required for its testing and found a couple of issues. Paul
This Just In – 1970 Porsche 911T
Bridge Classic Cars have welcomed this iconic 1970 Porsche 911T into our in-house trim shop at our Pettistree, Suffolk HQ. The car, which belongs to a local customer has been brought to us for a special job. The Bridge Classic
Mounted Up – Refreshing the Subframe Mount on the 1990 Mini 30
Jon, one of our Bridge Classic Cars in-house restoration technicians, has been working on getting our 1990 Mini 30’s subframe mount all sorted out. The old mount appears to have been damaged previously so as these are a safety item,
Building Update – Next Stage of the Workshop Extension Floor is Complete!
The new floor for the workshop extension at Bridge Classic Cars Pettistree HQ in Suffolk is entering it’s final phase! The flooring has had a special treatment and polishing regime down to it to allow for a very high gloss
Held in Suspense – Refitting the Front Suspension to the 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Mk1
Work on the 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 continues with Bridge Classic Cars as our in-house restoration technician Scott begins to put together the front suspension of the DB2 back into its freshly powdercoated frame. Scott has been carefully refitting the
Coated – Exhaust for the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series III Roadster
The 1973 Jaguar E Type Series III Roadster, Fern Grey, is getting closer to completion by the day. Recently our in-house restoration technicians have been working on completing the exhaust for this amazing project. Our technician Paul has been working
Way out Back – Replacing the Rear Pinion Seal on the 1954 Jaguar MkVII
Dave, one of our most experienced technicians here at Bridge Classic Cars has been working on replacing the rear pinion seal of the 1954 Jaguar MkVII. We noted the seal was leaking during an inspection and with the newly refurbished
A Flash of Colour – Primer and Guide Coat on the 1977 MGB Roadster
The Bridge Classic Cars in-house paint shop have been busy getting the 1977 MGB Roadster we have in for restoration ready for its first coats of colour. Chris, our lead painter, has been working on getting the body panels just
Starting Over – Inspecting and Rebuilding the Carburettors on the 1934 Riley 9 Lynx
The Bridge Classic Cars in-house restoration teams have been working on getting the beautiful 1934 Riley 12/4 Lynx running properly. Our technician Jon, has been heading up the project. After the Riley had been fully serviced, Jonn noted the engine
Piece by Piece – Body Panels for 1977 MGB Roadster Ready for Paint
Our Bridge Classic Cars in-house paint and body technician Alan has been working on getting more of the 1977 MGB Roadster panels in primer ready for the first coats of colour to go on very soon. Alan has been carefully
This Just In – 1963 Morris LD
Bridge Classic Cars in Pettistree, Suffolk have welcomed this amazing 1963 Morris LD Van into our workshop recently. The van, which is local to us, belongs to a heritage builder who wants an authentic vintage van to go along with
Coming Soon – 1995 Dodge Viper R/T10
Soon Bridge Classic Cars will be welcoming this amazing 1995 Dodge Viper R/T10 to our workshop in Pettistree, Suffolk. This rare and unique muscle car will be inspected and assessed by our in-house restoration teams over the coming weeks to
Fresh Finish – 1951 Riley RMB Chassis off to Sandblasting and Powdercoat
Since finishing the repairs on the chassis of the 1951 Riley RMB by our fabrication team, the whole chassis has been loaded up to head off to a local specialist to be media blasted in preparation for the whole frame
Like New – Renewing the Steering Column and Dash Wiring on the 1962 Jensen 541S
The Bridge Classic Cars in-house restoration technicians are not new to the world of Jensen 541’s, after restoring several of the 541, 541S and 541R’s we have some experience in doing jobs on them. This particular 1962 Jensen 541S came
A Flick of a Switch – Fitting the Battery Cut Off to the 1930 Packard 740
The 1930 Packard 740 Waterfield Convertible has been in with Bridge Classic Cars recently for several jobs to be completed on the stunning prewar tourer. One of those jobs was to fit a battery cut off switch to the car
Finishing Touches – 1973 Jaguar E Type Series III Roadster
The Bridge Classic Cars in-house have been finishing the final pieces for the interior of Fern Grey, the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series III Roadster before it goes into the main workshop for final assembly. Brian, our head trimmer, has
This Just In – 1974 MGB GT
Just arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop in Pettistree, Suffolk is this beautiful 1974 MGB GT. This particular car has been owned by the same gentleman for the last 25 years and every single day the car has been
Following Along – Wiring and Light Issue with the 1934 Riley 9 Lynx
This 1934 Riley Lynx we have in at Bridge Classic Cars has got a few issues. Mainly electrical and involving the lights. So, our restoration technician Jonn has started to dig a bit deeper into it. Upon inspection, Jonn found
Inspection – Checking the Glow Plugs and Fuel Pump on the 1970 Land Rover Series IIA
Our restoration technician Paul has been working on inspecting and assessing the running of the 1970 Land Rover Series IIA that is at Bridge Classic Cars for restoration. Before any further work is carried out, Paul wanted to check and
Under The Arches – Rust Repair Begins on the 1987 Daimler Double Six
Monty, one of our incredible in-house bodywork experts here at Bridge Classic Cars, has begun the process of repairing any rust on the 1987 Daimler Double Six that is currently in our Bodyshop. Beginning with the inner arches, Monty has
Protected – Lacquering Parts for the 1955 Aston Martin 2/4 Mk1
The Bridge Classic Cars in-house paint booth has been busy working on several projects that we currently have in. One of those is some of the components from the 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4. After the pieces have come back from
Building Update – Workshop Extension Floor Progress
The new floor in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop extension is now in place and looks absolutely incredible. This is just one of the stages that need to be done in order for the new building to look as good
Coming Soon – 1974 MGB GT
Bridge Classic Cars is welcoming this beautiful 1974 MGB GT to our workshops very soon. This car has been owned by the same gentleman for the last 25 years who has clearly adored and enjoyed the car. It will be
Moving Forward – Update on the 1973 MGB GT V8
The team here at Bridge Classic Cars have been busy working on getting the 1973 MGB GT V8 that is currently in our workshop all finished up. Some of the final jobs to be completed involved renewing some of the
Lifting the Cover – Tonneau Cover for the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series III Roadster
Our head trimmer here at Bridge Classic Cars, Brian, has been perfectly tailoring a tonneau cover to protect the interior of Fearn Grey. The 1973 Jaguar E Type Series III Roadster we have been restoring in-house. Brian has masterfully created
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