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Back to Basics – Stripping Down the 1977 MGB Roadster
The Bridge Classic Cars paint and body experts have been busy assessing the 1977 MGB Roadster that is in with us for Aesthetic restoration. Chris and the team careful began to take apart and inspect every aspect of the car.
Outside Help – Doors for the 1951 Riley RMB
The doors on the 1951 Riley RMB have got some beautiful wooden trims inset around the window openings. Sometimes it’s best to leave things like carpentry to the specialists who know and understand the material they’re working with more than
Fit-Up – Mocking Up the Rear Seats of the 1970 Dodge Charger
Kath has been working on test fitting the carpet on the 1970 Dodge Charger in the trim shop of Bridge Classic Cars. To check the best fit on the carpet, she has had to mock up the rear seat in
Coming Back Together – Refitting the Engine Bay of the 1998 Honda Integra Type R
The freshly painted 1998 Honda Integra Type R is out of the paint booth after its sympathetic respray here at Bridge Classic Cars. Now it’s time for our in-house restoration technicians to begin putting everything back together. As you may
Mirror Finish – Painting the Front Bumper of the 2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S
Our incredible in-house paint team have begun work on the part repairs to the 2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S at Bridge Classic Cars. There were a few small scuffs and scratches in several areas of the bump. Carefully, Chris and
Cool, Calm and Collected – Fitting the New Radiator to the 1999 Mercedes E55 AMG
We’ve been waiting on the radiator/gearbox cooler for the 1999 Mercedes E55 AMG, but it is now in the car ready for it to be tested. Some may remember from the previous post, our technician Paul, found a leak coming
Getting into Shape – Windshield Surround on the 1951 Riley RMB
Our master fabricator James has been busy in the Bridge Classic Cars fabrication shop carefully and methodically recreating the windshield surround on the 1951 Riley RMB. Using traditional shaping methods, James has recreated the original tops of the cowl/windshield surround.
Safely Stowed – Fitting the Tonneau Cover on the 1966 Sunbeam Alpine
Our 1966 Sunbeam Alpine is freshly back from its time at the 78th Goodwood Members Meeting last weekend and it’s now time to have its tonneau cover fitted. The Bridge Classic Cars in-house trim experts worked hard to get the
Out & About – Nearby Classic Collection
Recently, Bridge Classic Cars were asked to come and view a nearby classic collection including several different Ford Model T’s along with a Chevrolet and a Maxwell. These were part of a collection by a local gentleman who sadly could
This Just In – 2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S
Just into the workshop is this stunning 2008 Porsche 997 911 Carrera S in black that has got a small bit of damage to the front bumper. Not a problem for the Bridge Classic Cars paint team who will assess
Goodwood Members Meeting 2021 – Day Two (Part 3)
The latter part of the 3rd day saw the autumn sky filled with sun. Although it hung lower than was expected for the hour it still allowed the team at Bridge Classic Cars to talk to fans and competition entries.
Goodwood Members Meeting 2021 – Day Two (Part 2)
With so many different races scheduled throughout the day, the paddocks would always have something to look around. Whatever you wanted, it was there. 1960s GT racing? Of course. Pre-War Alfa Romeos? Absolutely. Vintage Formula 1 cars? Come right this
Goodwood Members Meeting 2021 – Day Two (Part 1)
Much like the day before, the team at Bridge Classic Cars arrived early at Goodwood. The sun had barely crested the horizon by the time the stand was open. The sun managed to break over one side of the circuit
Goodwood Members Meeting 2021 – Day One (Part 3)
Between our times on the stand, each of us would venture out into the paddocks and to various points on the circuit to soak up as much as we could. Not only of the light evening drizzle, but of this
Goodwood Members Meeting 2021 – Day One (Part 2)
As the sun gained some strength and the air grew warmer, the paddocks also grew in size and commotion. The further you delved into the rows of priceless vintage racing machinery, the more there was to find. Nestled away against
Goodwood Members Meeting 2021 – Day One (Part 1)
After we had built up the stand it was time to get some rest before the first day of the 2021 Goodwood Members Meeting. We were up before dawn and on-site before the first members had even come through the
Plugged In – Changing Spark Plugs on the 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible
This 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible is having a list of things done to it by Bridge Classic Cars in Suffolk, UK but next up on the jobs is a spark plug change. Mauro, our in-house restoration technician, has been working
Coming Soon – 1969 Mercedes Benz 250SE Automatic W111 Coupe
Coming soon to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop is this stunning 1969 Mercedes Benz 250SE Automatic W111 Coupe! This will be making its way into us for assessment ahead of the plans that are being considered for its future. This
In Plain View – Cleaning up the Dash and Centre Console of the 1970 Dodge Charger
The 1970 Dodge Charger is in the Bridge Classic Cars in-house trim shop to be fitted out with its interior. Brian, one of our in-house trim experts, has been cleaning up the Dashboard and Centre Console ready to be put
Not Quite Lining Up – Alignment on the 1930 Packard 740 Waterfield Convertible
This 1930 Packard 740 Series Waterfield Convertible has been in at Bridge Classic Cars recently for a check over and service. Currently, our Workshop Manager John has been looking into an issue with the alignment of the front end. The
Finding the Source – Investigating an Oil Leak on the 1963 Jaguar MkII 3.4
This 1963 Jaguar MkII 3.4 is back in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop after its recent overhaul to investigate an oil leak from underneath this impressive tourer. Our workshop manager John and in-house engine builder are on hand to look
It’s Got To Be Right – Bodywork and Paint on the 1984 BMW 635CSi
The Bridge Classic Cars paint and body specialists need to know they’ve done a job absolutely right. So, once the 1984 BMW 635CSi came in to be assessed it was clear its first stop was going to be with Chris.
This Just In – 1977 MG B Roadster for Restoration
New to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop is this 1977 MG B Roadster. It is in with us for a full aesthetic restoration which will include a brand new paint job along with a full interior, a new convertible hood
Take a Seat – Repairing the Seat on the 1971 Morris Traveller
This is one of the seats from the 1971 Morris Traveller 1000 which has been announced as the latest car to be won on Bridge Classic Cars Competitions. Before then, this seat is going to need to visit our in-house
Building Update – Brickwork on the Bridge Classic Cars Extension
The extension to the restoration workshop here at Bridge Classic Cars in Suffolk, UK goes full steam ahead. Now with the roof on the framework, the walls and interiors can start to be put in. The first few courses of
Best Port of Call – Results of the Wiring Checks on the 1974 Triumph TR6
This 1974 Triumph was in with us to have a look into a wiring issue caused by a mouse while being stored in a customer’s Carcoon. Well, after careful inspection and checks by our Workshop Manager and electrical specialist John,
Following Along – Diagnosing a Head Gasket Issue on the 1971 Jaguar XJ6
As with any classic car, you want to try and exercise a certain amount of reserve and caution when working on them. Try to be sympathetic to their age and their condition. So, when the 1971 Jaguar XJ6 that we
Out & About – Calm Indian Cow in Cornwall
Our dear friends at Calm Indian Cow have been in Cornwall recently! They were catering a wedding down in the West Country so of course, they took their gorgeous blue truck with them. Some of you may remember a while
In It To Win It – Our 1971 Morris Traveller Is Now Up For Competition
The 1970 Morris Traveller 1000 has been revealed as our latest competition car! It is a smashing little car. It’s so quirky and full of character that you can help but smile and be happy when you’re around it. Who
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