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Nick Davey
Thank you for hosting Drive-it Day yesterday, good turnout of classics and great to look around Bridge Classic Cars. Well done to everyone.
Good Deed 2/20 -Drive It Day 2024
Another year of Drive It Day, another brilliant turnout. Unlike last year, the weather remained dry and bright. There was a massive variety of cars spanning the eras, from pre-war to more modern fast Fords. We were delighted to welcome
A Future Competition Car
Our 1958 Austin Healey 100/6 has just arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. Once it has been inspected and assessed, with any repairs being made, it will go on to be available to win through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions.
2024 Grand Prix de France Historique
A few weeks ago on a beautifully sunny weekend, myself and a couple of friends attended the 2024 Grand Prix de France Historique at the famous Circuit Paul Ricard, in Le Castellet, France. This year’s event held a special significance
Talking Classics With Bob Wilkinson
Bob Wilkinson created the Classic Car Loan Project (CCLP) which is proving itself to be very successful at bringing younger generations into the world of classic cars. We recently asked Bob some questions about his love of cars and the
Transporting A Classic Land Rover
Tony recently transported our 1965 Land Rover Series 2a from our secure storage facility back to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop before delivering it to Cult 4×4.
PDI And Road Test
In preparation for our 1979 Triumph Spitfire to be delivered to its new owner (who won it through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions), Jonn has been conducting a pre-delivery inspection and road test. Here are his notes: Finish pdi and carry
A Different New Arrival
Earlier today, our 1955 MG Magnette arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. This new arrival is a little bit different though – it’s actually my new classic (sort of!). Through the Classic Car Loan Project, I am the custodian
Rock ‘n’ Roll History At Auction
Following the sale of Led Zeppelin manager Peter Grant’s Ferrari Dino GTS, Car & Classic has announced the auction of another legendary vehicle with a history full of rock’n’roll – Sir Paul and Linda McCartney’s 1972 Wings Over Europe tour
Another New Arrival
Our 1989 Daimler Double Six has arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. It will now be inspected and assessed before we decide its future.
XK120 Chassis
Our 1954 Jaguar XK120 has made some great progress as of late. As you can see from the pictures below, things are starting to come together.
A New Arrival
We recently welcomed our 1982 Citroen GSA into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop for a service. Technician Jonn checked all of the lights and levels and topped them up where needed. The handbrake linkage was lubricated and the air filter
Chris – Aberdeen
“Hi Craig, I have just seen your recent blog post regarding spotting the red TR3A you gave away in 2021…. well, after you guys took her to the Silverstone auctions at the NEC, she ended up in Aberdeen, where the
Roof And Front End
Our 1951 Austin Devon has been with Christian in the fabrication bay for more work recently. He painted the roof, modified the roof and mounting point, and fitted up and welded on the guttering, before welding the roof onto the
Transporting Our Porsche
Our 1989 Porsche 928 S has been collected by Tony and transported back to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop.
Seat Runners
As our 1956 Jensen 541 continues to make good progress through its restoration journey here at Bridge Classic Cars, Paul has been assembling the seat runners and drilling the mounting holes for these. The seat belt mounts have been fitted
Inspection And Repairs
As our 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will eventually be won through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions, Jonn has been investigating and assessing the car as well as making some repairs. Here are his notes: Start inspection. Check all lights and levels and
Steering And Suspension
Steve has been preparing our 1988 Mercedes SL300 to be won through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions. He replaced the steering idler arm bolt and bush as well as the near-side front bottom ball joint.
Bonnet Straps And Badges
Technician Jonn has continued work on the Grantz sensor on our 2022 Bridge C-Type Replica. He also secured the bracket under the prop shaft. He went on to remove and turn the bonnet release handles 180° before fitting and securing
A Rusty Boot
Mauro has been working on the rust on the boot area of our 1960 MGA. He also removed wax from the front inner wings.
Jaguar Rear Axle
Jonn has been continuing with his work on the rear axle of our 1991 Jaguar XJS Le Mans. He mounted the easy bleed pipes and cleaned the frame ready to install. The ABS wires were fed into the car before
Our E-Type Delivered
On Monday, Tony, Molly, and Nick delivered our 1968 Jaguar E-Type Series 1.5 Roadster to lucky winner Darcy. This is a beautiful classic and we all hope that Darcy enjoys it as much as we have. Congratulations Darcy!
Another Competition Car Delivered
Earlier this week, we delivered our 2007 BMW 335i to lucky winner, Stephen. After loading up the car into our covered trailer, Tony made the trip to Stephens’s home and delivered the car straight onto his driveway! Everyone here at
Classic Car Restoration Specialists of the Year – UK
We have won Classic Car Restoration Specialists of the Year in the Corporate Live Wire Innovation & Excellence Awards 2024. During the awards process, over 90,000 businesses and corporate professionals, magazine contributors and subscribers were asked to nominate companies &
WIN Our 1988 Mercedes 300SL
Our 1988 Mercedes 300SL is now live on the Bridge Classic Cars Competitions website. Our Mercedes-Benz 300SL was originally delivered by Mercedes-Benz main dealer Callanders of Glasgow to Cheshire Products Ltd on March 18, 1988. Initially serving as a director’s
From Storage To The Workshop
Our 1989 Daimler Double Six has been transported from our secure storage facility to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop.
Pre-Launch Repairs
Steve has been making some final repairs to our 1988 Mercedes 300SL in preparation for it to go live on Bridge Classic Cars Competitions. He has replaced the washer pump rubber seal, replaced the driver’s side interior light, and fitted
Cobra Chassis
Classic car technician Julian has been building the chassis of our 1975 AC Cobra Replica. The front suspension has been painted and serviced and just the front coilovers and anti-roll bar are left to fit. The differential is in place
912 Transport
Our 1965 Porsche 912 has been transported and delivered back home.
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