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Back in the Workshop – 1930 Packard 740 Waterfield Convertible
The vast, imposing and elegant figure of the 1930 Packard 740 Waterfield Convertible is now present in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. This pre-war icon has been stored at our secure and private classic car storage facility, The Hangar, whilst
Laying Down – Fitting the Sound Deadening and Carpet to the 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4
While the seats were removed from the 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4 which is in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop, our in-house trim expert, Brian, could begin work on retrimming the floors and installing the sound deadening into the floor of
Smallest Details – Trim Edging on the 1934 MG PA Midget
We love the 1934 MG PA Midget here at Bridge Classic Cars. Whilst work is continuing on the classic sports car in the workshop, our in-house trim expert Brian has the seat in the trim shop. Underneath the driver’s seat,
Headed in the Right Direction – Installing the Rebuilt Steering Box on the 1966 Mercedes 250SE
The steering box for the stunning 1966 Mercedes 250SE W111 Coupe is back at Bridge Classic Cars after being refurbished by a local specialist. Now, it’s time to get it back into the car ahead of tonight’s live draw! Paul,
Under the Skin – Undersealing the 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4
Part of the work carried out on the 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4 by our in-house technicians here at Bridge Classic Cars was protecting the underside of the car. Dave, one of our in-house restoration technicians, began by prepping the entire
Out & About – Charlotte’s New York Car Spotting at MoMA
Charlotte, our Bridge Classic Cars Competitions presenter, has been off on holiday but she’ll always manage to find something cool and classic for us back home. This time, she found a familiar friend in the Big Apple. Whilst in New
Small Adjustments – Adjusting the Doors of the 1954 MG TF
Jon, one of the in-house restoration experts here at Bridge Classic Cars has spent some time working to get the doors on the 1954 MG TF to fit and close properly. Firstly, Jon removed the door card from the classic
Behind the Scenes – Photoshoot with the 1972 Triumph Spitfire IV
The bright winters sun fell across the small, brightly coloured sports car as it sat on the south loop. The harsh highlights bounced off every surface that happened to get in the way of its rays. But, it couldn’t have
Diving Deeper – Finding a Rotten Heater Hose on the 1954 MG TF
The Bridge Classic Cars in-house restoration teams have been inspecting and assessing the 1954 MG TF after getting the car started. Our technician Jon had a look at each component within the engine bay, and that includes all the hoses.
New Set of Shoes – New Tyres for the 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4
As work continues of the 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4 in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop, our friends over at Tyre Assist in Ipswich have been out to do their part on the project. Previously, our in-house paint expert Alan had
Building Update – Cladding Finished and Doors Going Into the Workshop Extension
There’s been a hive of activity in recent weeks around the new extension on the Bridge Classic Cars workshop in Pettistree, Suffolk. The new ramps and edging have had their concrete laid and cured by the builders meaning we will
Get Up and Go – Starting Issue on the 1954 MG TF
This absolutely stunning 1954 MG TF has got a bit of a starting issue. So, it has been bought in for the amazing Bridge Classic Cars in-house restoration technicians to get to the bottom of it. The job of looking
Got Your Back – Working on the Seats of the 1956 Jensen 541
Our in-house trim shop at Bridge Classic Cars are well versed with the interiors of the majestic Jensen 541. So, with the fronts of the 1956 Jensen 541 seats complete, it was time for Kath to turn her attention to
The Woman Behind the Name – Remembering Hazel Chapman
She was the inspiration behind the name Lotus. A nickname from her husband. A powerhouse alongside its enigmatic founder and adored by all who knew her. Today, we learned of the passing of Hazel Chapman. Wife of Lotus Founder Colin
Hub of Activity – Preparing the 1934 MG PA Midget for Work on the Hubs
The 1934 MG PA Midget which belongs to our Director, Gordon, is in the workshop for our in-house teams to tackle the next jobs. The first is our technicians have removed the hubs on the classic sports car so that
Final Checks – Checking the Alternator on the 1989 TVR S2 2.9
The 1989 TVR S2 which was won through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions has left the secure storage facility, The Hangar, on its way to its new home with its new owner, Jarlath. But, before it goes anywhere our in-house restoration
A Series of Unfortunate Events – The Story of James Dean’s Porsche 550 Spyder
James Dean was one of the brightest stars of 1950s Hollywood. With dashing good looks and an air of charm and ruggedness, he captured the hearts of movie-goers within the span of his tragically short career. What the public may
Coming Back Together – Reinstalling the Interior of the 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4
It’s been a pleasure having this 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4 in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. Our in-house restoration technicians have been hard at work on the car getting through the list of jobs requested by its lucky owner. Our
Full Service – Servicing the 1934 Riley Lynx
The 1934 Riley Lynx is in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop today to begin work on the list of jobs that need doing on this amazing classic tourer. First off for the Riley, is a full service and set up
A Gift – 12 Sleeps till Christmas Discount on Bridge Classic Cars Competitions
With Christmas only just around the corner, Bridge Classic Cars Competitions is giving you a little stocking filler. Each day on the run-up to the big day, we will be giving you a discount on our prizes. With 12 sleeps
This Just In – 1976 Mercedes Benz 350SL
Our 1976 Mercedes Benz 350SL is back from Derrick Wells, a local Mercedes Specialist, to have a look into some electrical issues with the car. Now that it is electrical working exactly as it should, it’s time for our Bridge
Looking Ahead – Replacing the Headlight Buckets on the 1934 MG PA Midget
Over the weekend, Gordon (one of our directors) has been working on installing the newly painted headlight buckets to his 1934 MG PA that is having some other jobs done by the in-house technicians at Bridge Classic Cars. The original
Wired Up – Sorting the Wiring on the Glastron Sea Ray
The Bridge Classic Cars technicians have been working on getting the electrical side of the Glastron Sea Ray up to scratch with a new battery cut off and some much-needed rewiring. Jonn, one of our in-house restoration technicians has been
Down to It – Working on the Steering Coupler of the 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4
The next job to be done on the 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4 by Bridge Classic Cars is to replace the steering coupler. This will help to tighten up the loose steering for its owner. This job is being done by
Wheel of Fortune – Refinishing the Wheels of the 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4
One of the jobs to be done on the 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4 was to paint the wheels to a colour matched off white, just the same as the body. So, it was off to the paint shop under the
Newest Member – 1960 Jensen 541S at The Hangar
If this isn’t one of the most beautiful cars then we don’t know what is. Finished in a beautiful shade of red with a grey roof and camel leather, this 1960 Jensen 541S is definitely stealing the show at The
Seamlessly – Repainting the Rear Valance on the 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4
The 1968 Jaguar MkII 2.4 has been in the Bridge Classic Cars in-house paint shop where our paint expert Alan has worked his magic on the rear valance. The valance had been coated with a thick black stone chip protection
Coming Soon – 1974 Pontiac Trans Am Firebird
Coming soon to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop is this incredible 1974 Pontiac Trans Am Firebird. It seems that recently we’ve been seeing a fair amount of classic American muscle cars! This Trans Am Firebird will be coming into us
Behind the Scenes – Photoshoot of the 1975 MGB GT V8
There’s always a buzz around a new competition car. Especially one as special as this… a 1975 MGB GT V8. This small, V8 powered British sports car is the latest prize to be won through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions by
Start of the Journey – Stripping the Front End of the 2021 Renault Master
Chris, our in-house paint and body expert here at Bridge Classic Cars, has begun work on the 2021 Renault Master which belongs to one of our neighbours here in Pettistree. The van had some front end damage which Chris and
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