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A New Arrival
We have recently welcomed our 1985 Austin Mini Mayfair Berkeley into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. Since its arrival, technician Neil has been completing some repairs as well as looking at the brakes and the exhaust. He also investigated an
Heater Box
Jonn has continued his work on our 1987 Mercedes 500SL. He cleaned and repaired the heater box assembly. He bonded the broken fan mating surface and sanded it back flat. He then stuck foam to the directional and air blend
A 100-Year-Old Seat
Lydia has upholstered the base seat of our 1905 Riley 9HP. She used a 2-inch foam for the base to provide a firm seat so that the driver doesn’t slip out of the seat. She then placed a layer of
Win a Classic Mini for just a few pounds! – Our 1976 Mini Clubman 1100 is now live
The humble Mini served as both a way to get from A to B as well as the first steps out onto the open road for a generation of would-be petrolheads. From its earliest days in the late 1950’s all
Super Car Club Takeover
We look forward to welcoming the Super Car Club into the Atelier for a car club takeover! The club will arrive in their super cars and be treated to a workshop tour whilst they enjoy a coffee. This is a
The Classic Motor Show
We will, once again, be attending the Classic Motor Show at the NEC. It’s always an enjoyable event and we are already looking forward to seeing what 2024 has to offer. About The Classic Motor Show The Classic Motor Show,
Networking at Venue 16
Lily & Rob are excited to be heading to Venue 16 in Ipswich for a networking event. They look forward to meeting other people working in the local area with the hopes of possible future collaborations.
Nostalgia – 1938 Morgan 3-Wheeler F Super
This is the story of John Piper and his 1938 Morgan F Super, told in John’s own words. “My first car was a 1938 Morgan 3-wheeler, an F-Super with an inboard Ford Ten engine, reg GPG 539. I bought her
New Arrival – 1970 MGB Roadster
We recently welcomed this beautiful 1970 MGB Roadster into our Suffolk HQ for our trim team to take a look at the hood of this classic drop-top sports car. Our trimmer Lydia will work here magic on soft-top of the
New Arrival – 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
We’ve recently welcomed one of the most capable off-roaders into our Suffolk workshops – a 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. This has come in for our trusted engine specialists to take a look at the truck for a couple of issues
A Familiar Face Returns
Former competition car, our 1975 MGB GT V8 has returned to Bridge Classic Cars. However, rather than returning to the workshop, it has actually gone into our brand-new secure storage facility. Tony collected the car and it is now safe
New Arrival – 1992 Rover ‘Italian Job’ Mini
Recently we welcomed back an old friend to our Pettistree workshops, our old 1992 Rover ‘Italian Job’ Mini. This car, played a part in the very early history of Bridge Classic Cars before going off to live its own life
Welcome Back
We have recently welcomed our stunning 1955 MG TF 1500 back into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. Tony collected the car from its owner and delivered it safely to the workshop. Now that it is here, it will be looked
More Paint And Trim
The reassembly of our 1976 Triumph Spitfire is making good progress. Rob has now fitted the rear seat pan sound deadening aswell as fitting new trim in the rear of the cockpit area. While Rob was doing this, Alan was
Ipswich to Felixstowe Rally
Starting at Christchurch Park in Ipswich before travelling to Felixstowe Seafront, the rally is organised by the Ipswich Transport Museum and has been an annual event for many years and is always extremely well attended. The Bridge Classic Car’s team can’t wait
MGC Fit Up
Paint Technician Chris has begun the process of fitting up our 1969 MGC GT. While doing this, he also added new rubber in the front quarter lights.
Chassis Prep And Dent Repairs
Classic Car Technician Neil has been prepping the chassis of our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4. Alongside this, Clinton has been pulling dents out of the car and repairing them. Once the chassis was fully prepped, Tony took it to be
Bench Seat Base
Recently, Lydia has been making the pattern for the base part of the seat of our 1905 Riley 9HP. She has been working with Steve to make sure that the seat is adequately secured when placed in the vehicle. They
Wood Trim Refurbishment
Neil has been refurbishing the wood trim in our 1993 Bentley Turbo R.
SS100 In The Paintshop
The Bridge Classic Cars PaintShop has been home to our very special 1939 Jaguar SS100. While in there, Chris and Mauro have been working on the rear wing. Mauro prepped and primed the rear wing before fixing the dent on
Interceptor Progress
Our 1975 Jensen Interceptor Mk3 has been in the fabrication bay with technician Chris. He has been welding the front bumper as well as cutting the bumper mount holes. He then went on to fit up and make the mounts
Repairs And Modifications
Classic car technician Paul has been working on our 1956 Jensen 541. He fitted the heater box and fabricated various parts before fitting the handbrake cable and welding the bracket in place. He then modified the chassis to enable the
Inspection And Repairs
Jonn has been inspecting our 1992 Mercedes SL300 in preparation for it to be won next week through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions. His notes were:
Uniquely & Proudly British – 1972 Morgan 4/4
The Morgan 4/4 is undeniably and unapologetically British. It is one of the most timeless and nostalgic designs to grace the roads across not only this island, but the world at large. From its earliest days, the company’s DNA has
A Bold New Look – Revamping our 2010 Land Rover Defender
A few months ago our director, Craig, got a 2010 Land Rover Defender 90. Not only is it Craig’s everyday car but we’ve been using it for our events towards the end of the summer and into the winter. Recently,
Safe & Sound – New Vehicles Arrive at our HQ for Storage
Over the last week, we’ve welcomed two loads of cars to our Suffolk HQ to be safely put into storage with ourselves. The first batch belong to longtime friend of Bridge Classic Cars, Karl. His classic sports cars, classic Jaguar
Raw Form – Our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 Back from Blasting
Our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 has arrived back at our Suffolk HQ following its appointment with the media blasters. The body was carefully removed from the chassis of the 1950’s GT previously by our workshop technicians and carefully transported to
New Arrival – 1977 Triumph 2500TC
Along with the beautiful 1960’s Fiat, we’ve also welcomed this 1977 Triumph 2500TC to our Pettistree workshops for the team to take a look at for the same owner! Like the Fiat, this will be assessed by the restoration teams
New Arrival – 1960 Fiat 1500
Part of our new arrivals at our Suffolk HQ is this beautiful 1960 Fiat 1500! This car has arrived to us from Europe for our team to have a look and assess very soon – keep an eye out on
Fitting Up
Recently, Jon and John have been working on our 1987 Mercedes 500SL. Jon stripped the heater box and removed the blend flap and directional air flap from one side. He left the other side as it was so he could
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