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Diagnosed Dodgy Distributer
Scott has taken a look at our 1971 MG Midget. He began by investigating the poor running issue, which he identified as being a dodgy distributor cap. After finding a cap off another car to try, Scott got it running.
Maroon Stag Paint Preparation
The 1973 Maroon Triumph Stag has its rocker covers and air box removed so that these could be painted.
Spitfire In For Service
Scott has been working on our 1971 Spitfire to identify the source of an oil leak. He discovered that it was the timing cover gasket so we’ve ordered a new part to fix it. Scott then had to fix the
Peony Red Headliner Continues
Kath has continued on the 1960 Jensen 541S Peony Red headliner by bolting in the screws in the front header rail. She’s then covered the B posts in leather and added 3mm of foam to the rear. Kath has then
The Ford Capri’s Run-In With A Ladder
This stunning 1971 Ford Capri has had an unfortunate run in with a ladder that has left some small cosmetic grazes on its rear quarter panel. We’ve taken it into the capable hands of our paint shop to have a
1978 Mini 1275 – Team C Racing
This little brown 1978 Mini GT 1275 is in for some bodywork. We work closely with Ted from Team C Racing, who specialises in Minis as he will often send his projects our way for paintwork and bodywork, such as
Lotus Elise S2 Ltd Edition
1 of 43 Ltd Edition Lotus Elise S2, with just 9 in red and only 6 in red with a grey cloth interior. Being 1 of the 6 and being a beautiful, low mileage example, the current owner would like
Austin Healey Sprite
We’ll hopefully be welcoming this little Sprite in soon for some work – keep your eyes peeled!
EADT – May 2021: Electric Classic Mini Set To Star On TV
Our Surf Blue mini that we helped restore with Ted from Team C Racing is now set to star on Vintage Voltage on tv. We’ve recently been mentioned in an EADT article about it which you can read here. The
1971 MG Midget In For Service
This little 1971 MG Midget has come in today for a service. It’s in need of its wheels being balanced, a general check over as it hasn’t been driven in a while and an oil check. These MG Midgets are
Jaguar XK8: More Rust Reveal
Our 1997 Jaguar XK8 has become somewhat of a snowball restoration. Originally in for just a touch of rust repair, we’re now revealing more rust than previously thought. Scenarios like this is very common as rust repair is often like
Lilac Jensen Fibreglass Repair
Our 1960 Jensen 541R is undergoing some fibreglass repair in our paint shop. Matt is currently working on the boot lid that needs to be repaired with filler, shaped up and smoothed down.
White E-Type Begins Its Paint Journey
Before we get the body and panels of our 1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 Roadster in for paint, we need to start painting the internal parts in black epoxy. The majority of these parts will be totally or partially hidden
Rebuilding the V8 engine
Having been in storage for many years with our friends at Brown and Gammons it’s time for the car to out and see the sunshine. We have been commissioned to rebuild the engine and marry up the gearbox. Work will
Triumph Stag Interior Finished
Brian has recently added the finishing touches to our Maroon 1973 Triumph Stag. This car has gone from looking rather sad at Bentwaters, with an empty interior and flat tyre, to now starting to resemble a usable car! He has
Life On Two Wheels
On these sunny Sunday afternoons we don’t just jump in our cars here at Bridge! Two of our technicians, Mauro and Tom spent Sunday enjoying a day out on two wheels in Great Yarmouth.
Lotus In For Service
Our Lotus has come back in for a service before the owner takes it out on a road trip. We’ve attended to the engine cooling fans which are working correctly, we’ve found no oil leaks, we’ve checked over the vehicle
Tr4 Goes Camping
We love receiving updates from winners about what they’re getting up to with their cars. Adrian has gone camping with his campervan and Tr4. What a great opportunity to take it out on a new adventure now that camping is
Jaguar XK8
Pricey has discovered a rotten left hand subframe mounting point/chassis leg. To deal with this, Pricey cut out the outer layer to reveal a rotten middle section. He then cut out the middle section to reveal rotten inner reinforcement. He’s
Toyota TLC
James has been using the original spot-weld marks on our Toyota Hilux to realign the drivers door skin. James has made a spacer for the same door to rectify the owner’s previous repair and has also rust repaired the passenger
Jaguar E-Type Handbrake Stripped
Scott has stripped the handbrake callipers and sandblasted the parts so they could be painted. Scott then started to put the rear axle together.
Free Goodwood Competition Celebrates A Year Of Bridge Classic Car Competitions
We’ve been giving people the chance to win their dream classic cars for just a few pounds through their competitions since May 2020 and now, 12 months on, we’re running a free competition to win tickets to Goodwood as a
Behind The Scenes: Francis Barnett 1953
A few weeks back we shot our Francis Barnett with Charlotte, who stepped in to not only model the bike but also ride it. We shot in our usual setting of Bentwaters RAF base, where we hold our live draws
Crash Victim In For TLC – 1961 Jensen 541S
Earlier in the week we got delivered this 1961 Jensen 541S that had been the victim of a crash, and is looking a little worse for wear on the front end. The incident occurred when the bonnet flew up on
1915 Ford Model T Up And Running
Our 1915 Ford Model T took a bit of encouragement to start, but when it did, it ran perfectly! Having sat in a barn for a while, this Ford needed some help to start up, from being towed behind the
Mini GT Arrives At Winners Home
Last but certainly not least, our spectacular orange mini 1275 GT arrived at the David Gair-Steven’s house this week. David Gair-Stevens won with ticket number 632. We wish you many happy memories in your classic Mini, David!
BMW Z3 Winner: Happy Faces And Big Smiles At Bridge HQ
“It’s rather wonderful isn’t it” exclaimed Ian as we revealed his BMW Z3. Ian Logan is the lucky winner of our modern classic BMW Z3 and made the trip, with his wife Gail, from central London to collect his new
Land Rover and IFRC Highlight Importance Of Community Aid Units In New Film Series – Premier Tonight
Land Rover and IFRC’s new short film series highlights the importance local humanitarian aid.
Goodwood Revival’s New Look
Goodwood Revival, which is set for 17th-19th September 2021, will take on a new look this this year’s event. The iconic Madgwick Corner will gain an extra viewing station as well as a brand new bridge which will cross over
Jaguar XK8 Rust Repair
Pricey has been continuing his work on the 1997 Jaguar XK8 which is needing some thorough rust repair. There has been more rust discovered in the sills and Pricey has begun to fabricate the left hand rear lower inner and
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