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Brakes And Axle Supports
Classic car technician Paul has manufactured brake pipes for our 1956 Jensen 541. After fitting these to the car, he then fabricated axle support straps ready for them to be painted.
Rotation: Limited Experience in Half the Time
When learning to drive a car, passing your test and gaining your licence is only the beginning, after that is when you really start learning. Passing your orals and achieving your CoC is just the same. For many crew members,
Celebrating A Successful 2023
After a year of hard work bringing a whole range of classic vehicles back to life, the entire team at Bridge Classic Cars are celebrating our success, and the festive season, as we all head out for our Christmas meal.
Iconic Auctioneers
Our good friends at Iconic Auctioneers have recently announced that they have regained their status as the foremost leaders in the UK car auction market. They have achieved this by completing £36 million in car sales, setting 18 auction world
The End Of 2023
At the end of each year, the workshop undergoes a deep clean to ensure that it is a pristine environment for more classics to be restored in next year. The workshop team have spent the last 2 days cleaning every
Final Stripping of DB2/4
The last sections of our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 have been removed, the radiators and other engine ancillaries, the engine and gearbox removed, then the chassis and bulkhead were completely stripped of suspension, steering and brake components, along with wiring
Service And Repairs
Jonn has secured a new battery with a clamp in our 1992 Toyota MR2. He went on to refit the plastic under the bonnet trim and fix it in place with four new clips. Jonn then stripped and removed the
Our Lotus Europa – Delivered
Earlier this week, we delivered our 1970 Lotus Europa to lucky winner Timothy Chapman. Timothy was randomly selected as the winner during the live draw with his ticket number 784. Everyone here at Bridge Classic Cars loved this car and
Brake Pipes
After completing even more zinc plating on several more components of our Ford Transit MKII Tipper, Steve fitted the brake servo and master cylinder under the bonnet, along with all of the brake pipes.
Run Up And Finish
Our 1970 MGB Roadster is coming to the end of its time here at Bridge Classic Cars. Jonn has been refitting parts to the engine now the engine is fitted. After filling it with oil, he removed the spark plugs
Wheel Arches
Rob has welded the inner wheel arches back onto the bonnet of our 1976 Triumph Spitfire. He did this before the outside of the bonnet was painted. More parts are being cleaned and blasted before Rob electroplated them.
541 Progress
Paul has been working on our 1956 Jensen 541. He made and fitted the fuel tank before fabricating parts for the driver’s side footwell and welding these in place.
Replacing Wheels
Our 1970 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 recently made a short return to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. It came in to have its wheels replaced as the original wheels had fractured.
Undersealing
Our 2005 Honda S2000 has continued its stay in the Bridge Classic Cars paintshop. While in there, Chris has been undersealing the underneath of the car.
More Parts Removed From DB 2/4
The floors and interior of our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 were completely stripped, along with the front end and bonnet. Then the body fixings were removed and the body was carefully taken off for blasting/paint removal.
Cobra Strip And Interior
Classic car technician Mauro has removed the gearbox and fuel line from our 1975 AC Cobra Project. Brian has also been working on the interior of our Cobra. He has been making and working on the glovebox lid and the
MGB Engine
After the engine of our 1970 MGB Roadster had its engine prepped and painted in the Bridge Classic Cars paintshop, classic car technician Jonn reassembled it. He refitted the painted parts and ancillaries and refitted the oil pump with new
Front Bonnet Flap
As the restoration of our 1959 Jensen 541R is coming toward its end, Rob has fitted new studs into the front grille badges and trim ring. He marked the positions of the new fixing holes and drilled them before bolting
Springs And Differential
Our 1976 Triumph Spitfire has continued to make good progress at the hands of technician Rob. Rob has built up both front spring/shock absorber assemblies and fitted them to the car. He also fitted the poly bushes to the rear
Tag Heuer Formula 1 Watch
Designed for individuals with a passion for speed and innovation, the Tag Heuer Formula 1 collection boasts a dynamic and sporty aesthetic. Its robust construction combines stainless steel and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. You can enter the draw to be in
A Big Delivery
This morning, we were very excited to see the latest batch of vehicles arrive at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. After Craig and Gordon’s successful day at the Classic Car Auctions Christmas Sale, we welcomed our 1963 Vauxhall Victor, 1989
Gabrielle Chanel: Fashion Manifesto
On Saturday 16th December, I headed off to our capital city to take in the festive sights and Christmas lights. Whilst in London I paid a visit to my favourite museum, the V&A in Kensington. Filled to the brim with
Dean Sullivan Funeral
Friends and family of the beloved Brookside star, Dean Sullivan, known to many as Jimmy Corkhill have paid tribute to him at his funeral. After his passing, aged 68, following a brief illness last month, hundreds of people came together
The Bridge Defender
Our 2010 Land Rover Defender has officially become part of the Bridge Classic Cars team. Since it has been in the workshop, it has proven itself to be a true workhorse, so we had no choice but to make it
Engine Rebuild
Our 1939 Jaguar SS100 is currently with our friends at Rushton Engineering having its engine rebuilt. The head and crank are now finished so the rebuild can continue making good progress.
Home At Last
Our 1974 Volkswagen Beetle, affectionately known as Delilah, is back home with her very pleased owner. After spending quite a while in the Bridge Classic Cars workshop, this classic Beetle is now back where it belongs.
On BBC Radio Suffolk
During our Mince Pie Drive, Luke Deal from BBC Radio Suffolk met us at Bucklesham Grange Care home, where he spoke to Molly and Lily about what we were up to.
Transit Engine And More
Steve has been stripping down the seized wiper linkage and of our Ford Transit MKII Tipper and fitted it to the front bulkhead after reassembly. He then refitted the newly painted peddle box and cleaned and serviced the heater box.
Seat And Roof
Brian has been fitting the brackets to hold the roof frame when it’s folded back, cutting the inner seat frame wood to fit around the brackets. He then put the front inner seat frame into the car, adjusting the cutouts
Making seat foam and cardboard
After cleaning up the seat of our 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe, Lydia has spent some time making the foams fit. Unfortunately, the original foam has been lost or destroyed, meaning that it was necessary to make new ones.
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