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A New Arrival – Toyota MR2
We have recently welcomed our 1992 Toyota MR2 to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. The workshop team will soon begin their work on this very popular nostalgic car.
Just in time for Christmas – Win our 1968 Morris 1000 Pickup
It has charm, character, and nostalgia. It’s been a workhorse, a celebrated classic and a family friend – The Morris Minor. In any configuration, from Traveller to Convertible, the humble Morris Minor is beloved by generations. From school carol concerts,
Back in Black – Painting more parts of our Mk2 Ford Transit Tipper
Several parts of the Mk2 Ford Transit Tipper have been in the spray booth here at Bridge Classic Cars. Our painter Chris has been hanging up several of the engine parts as well as brake dust shields to get them
In the Booth – Refinishing the rear seat pan of the 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 ‘Claret’
Our paint technician Chris has been working on getting some of the first pieces of the 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 into paint. First up on the rack, is the rear seat pan for the classic GT car. After being meticulously
Good as new – Painting parts for our 1951 Austin Devon
The Bridge Classic Cars paint team have been working on getting several components of the 1951 Austin Devon Pickup refinished. After prepping them thoroughly, the team have finished the pieces in a rich, glossy and hard wearing black to match
Ready to Refinish – Stripping the handbrake on our Ford Transit Mk2 for sand blasting
Our technician Steve has been turning his attention recently back onto the reassembly of our Mk2 Ford Transit Tipper. This time, Steve has been stripping apart the original handbrake mechanism ahead of its being put into our blasting cabinet before
Perfect Fit – Adjusting the vent patch panels on the 1975 Jensen Interceptor
Our fabricator, Christian, has been working on our 1975 Jensen Interceptor. Today, he has been working on finessing a patch panel on the left-hand wing of the V8 GT car. This patch panel holds the side vents in place but
Ready to be won! Our 2015 Jaguar F-Type is now live
In the early 1960s, Jaguar would create one of the most iconic and sought-after sports cars of all time – The E-Type. For nearly 20 years, the long-legged GT car would be seen as the pinnacle of luxury and performance
Work Continues
Various parts of our 2005 Honda S2000 were in the Bridge Classic Cars paint shop recently. Technician Chris stopped the paint on the engine cover before painting in wrinkle paint and sanding it down to expose the writing. The headlights
New Arrival – 1969 MGC GT
We’ve got a new arrival at our Suffolk HQ today, with this beautiful 1969 MGC GT. The car is just beginning its journey here at our restoration workshop so keep an eye out on the Bridge Classic Cars news page
Odd Jobs
Classic car technician Steve has been completing various tasks on our Ford Transit MKII Tipper. The hand brake pivot bolt and rear brake load valve adjuster were both seized and had to be cut off and removed using oxygen and
Work Begins Again On Our Interceptor
Our 1975 Jensen Interceptor Mk3 is back in the Bridge Classic Cars fabrication bay with technicians Chris and Monty. They have been fabricating new wing patches and started the process of welding them in.
Inspection And Repairs
Jonn has been finishing his inspection on our 1984 Ferrari 308 GTSi. He checked the brakes, refitted the wheels, inflated the tyres and torqued the wheel nuts. Jonn then tightened the screws in the nearside rear light and cleaned and
Interior Panels
Brian and Lydia have continued their work on our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4. Using the new plywood panels that Brian had cut out for her, Lydia covered them in leather at the top. The bottom part is a piece of
Out Of Paint And Into The Workshop
Our 1970 MGB Roadster has come to the end of its time in the Bridge Classic Cars paint shop. It recently moved into the main workshop where classic car technician Jonn has been giving it some attention. After removing the
Auction Results – H and H
Yesterday, Bridge Classic Cars Directors, Gordon and Craig went to Derbyshire for the latest auction hosted by H and H. They arrived early to make sure they got a good look at all of the cars available to buy and,
More Zinc Plating
Steve has continued his zinc plating lately. He has been focussing on the front and rear suspension nuts, bolts, and washers. As well as the zinc plating, Steve has also fitted the front springs as well as the front and
DB2 Centre Console And Rear Panels
Brian and Lydia have been working on our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4, specifically the centre console and rear panels. Using the existing material from the original, Lydia remade the centre console to match the new leather choice. This involved cutting
Jensen Crash Bar
Part of our 1959 Jensen 541R has been undergoing some work in the Bridge Classic Cars fabrication bay. Technician Monty has been straightening the front crash bar before it goes back onto this beautiful (and nearly finished) classic Jensen.
S2000 Brakes
Now that the brake callipers and carriers have been painted, classic car technician Jonn has been refitting them to our 2005 Honda S2000. Jonn also lubricated the pads and all sliders before bleeding all of the brakes. He then carried
Mercedes Wiring
Bridge Classic Cars workshop manager John has been sorting out the routing and assessing the condition of the wiring in our 1987 Mercedes 500SL.
Interior Trim – Bridge Classic Cars
Here at Bridge Classic Cars, our interior trim team of Brian and Lydia can bring the interior of your car back to life. We know that for a lot of people, your car isn’t just a mode of transportation; it’s
Molly – Bridge Classic Cars And Beyond
Our very own Molly has been busy outside of her presenting duties here at Bridge Classic Cars. She spent some time singing to the residents at Henley House care home. During her performance, the residents were clearly enjoying themselves and
Second-Hand Car Parts
Restoring classic vehicles, like our 1951 Austin Devon Pickup, can be extremely challenging when a hard-to-find piece, like the Austin badge, seems to be impossible to find. Second-hand car parts can be a great solution, and with a range of
Trying out something new – The team try zinc plating
At our Suffolk HQ, our team of classic car technicians like to expand their skills and try new techniques out. For example this week, our technician Steve has been working on perfecting his technique at zinc plating. With the help
More Progress On Our Mercedes
Jonn has been fitting new callipers and pads along with a new fitting kit and braided flexi hose to the nearside front of our 1987 Mercedes 500SL. He then fitted a new shock absorber and secured it.
Work Continues
Classic car technician Jonn has been continuing his work on our 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE. He cleaned the mating surfaces and put the new inlet manifold gasket in position. Both rocker covers were fitted and all pipes were connected and
Welcome Back
We recently welcomed our 2001 Jaguar XKR back into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. While it was here, Brian made some repairs to the carpet and the roof system was looked at. To do this, several components had to be
Polyester Priming
Our 1976 Triumph Spitfire has been in the Bridge Classic Cars paint shop with technician Alan. Alan has been applying polyester primer to the doors, boot lid, and bonnet. The first stage of this was to reapply epoxy primer to
Three of a Kind – Our 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe
Over the past few weeks, we’ve welcomed a very special addition to the workshop. The third in a line of Aston Martin DB2/4’s which are being completely restored by our classic car restoration technicians at our Suffolk HQ. This particular
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