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Just Arrived – Reliant Scimitar GTE
We have recently welcomed a new addition to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop in the form of our 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE. It is with us for some minor electrical work which will soon be completed by our team of
Monaco To Genoa
At Bridge Classic Cars, we have spent the last 20 years building a strong reputation as The Classic Car Experts, based on our craftsmanship and attention to detail through our restoration projects. Recently though, we entered the world of marine
DB2/4 Boot Boards
Classic car technician Brian has been busy working on our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4. After a lot of work went into stripping the interior of this rare classic, things continue to progress in its restoration journey in the Bridge Classic
Repairing DB7 Ceiling Cloth
Classic car technician Brian has been busy repairing the ceiling cloth of a 2001 Aston Martin DB7. After removing the old glue from the headliner board and material, Brian repaired the damaged areas of the board. He then glued the
Almost Ready For Competition
Classic car technician Jonn has continued his work on our 1970 Lotus Europa in preparation for it to be won through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions very soon. After working out where he was going to route the choke cable and
Suffolk Show 2024
The Bridge Classics Car team are looking forward to attending the Suffolk Show once again in 2024. It is a great opportunity for us to talk to other local businesses and see what it is we do so well in
Work Continues
Work on the interior of our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 has continued as Brian and Lydia have made new boards for the kick panels, as well as removing the seat frames and the old covers from the dash top panels
This practical classic could be yours!
It’s one of the most popular and practical classics out there! Beloved by generations of petrolheads and casual admirers at large, it is of course the Morris Traveller. Bridge Classic Cars Competitions wants to put you in the drivers seat
Fast Fords – From 1908 – 2023
Fast Fords have been a consistent part of the automotive industry for as long as most of us can remember. From the introduction of the Model T through to the newest electric models, Ford has always been a popular car
Body And Running Boards
Our 1905 Riley 9HP has been with a friend of Bridge Classic Cars, Darin, from Ashbocking Joinery. While our one-off car is with Darin, he has been starting the first phase in the process of mounting the front body and
Europa Steering And More
Our 1970 Lotus Europa has been in the hands of classic car technician Jonn. He drilled and fitted a new washer jet. Jonn then drilled out the panel in the offside front arch and routed the new washer pipe through
A New Seat Cover
Interior trimmer Lydia has been making a new seat cover for our 1967 Suzuki TR 250. Before making the seat cover properly from Alcantara, Lydia made a mockup to ensure her idea would work. She used a piece of scrap
Next Steps
Classic car technician James has been working on our 1972 Ford Transit Tipper. Since leaving the Bridge Classic Cars paintshop, it is now in the main workshop where the next phase of its restoration will take place. James repaired the
More Interior Progress
Classic car technician Brian has continued his work on the interior of our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4. He removed the covers and cleaned the old glue off the door pockets before removing the old leather from the rear side cappings.
Rewiring Our Europa
Workshop manager John has been looking after our 1970 Lotus Europa. He has been rewiring the fuel pump to work off a relay as well as rewiring other relays and tidying up the wiring. This stunning classic car will soon
Subframe Reassembly
Classic car technician Jonn and workshop manager John have been working on our 1987 Mercedes 500SL. They have been reassembling the subframe before refitting it to the car. They then moved on to connect and secure the steering.
More Prep
Classic car technician Alan has been prepping a range of parts from our 1964 Amphicar 770 to be painted DTM black. Once they were prepared, they went into the paint booth for Alan to apply the paint.
Simon Bland – Winner Of Our 2001 Jaguar XKR
Just to say I visited yesterday and the team was fantastic.
Still A Popular Competition Car
Towards the end of 2022, our 1991 Maserati Bi-Turbo Spyder E was won through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions by Nick Fiore. We recently heard from Nick, who got back in touch with us with a short update on the car.
Great Feedback
We recently sold a TR6 hood through our sales platform, MyClassics. When the buyer, Russ, came to collect the hood, he couldn’t help but quickly look around the workshop and see the current projects the team was working on. After
Off To The Sandblasters
Our 1951 Austin Devon PickUp has left the Bridge Classic Cars workshop to head to the sandblasters. Once sandblasting has been completed, the workshop team will be able to assess the vehicle and decide the next course of action to
Won – Land Rover Series 1
This morning was the live draw of our 1953 Land Rover Series 1, when Colin Murray was randomly selected as the lucky winner, with ticket number 2158. Our Land Rover will soon be heading off to its new home in
Ford Escort RS Turbo – History Of A Future Classic
The Ford Escort RS Turbo holds a special place in the hearts of petrolheads, especially those who grew up during the 1980s and 1990s. This compact yet powerful hatchback combined the practicality of a family car with the sportiness of
Nostalgia – Austin Healey ‘Frogeye’ Sprite
Stephanie Penn was the lucky winner of our 1958 Austin Healey ‘Frogeye’ Sprite. This wasn’t her first experience with a Frogeye though as her husband had one when they first met. They ended up running away together with the car
Another Competition Car
Classic car technician Steve has been looking at another competition car in the form of our 1996 MGR R V8. He replaced the exhaust heat shields and fitted new number plate light holders and lenses.
Getting Our Traveller Ready For Competition
Classic car technician Jonn has been working on our 1965 Morris Traveller 1000, getting it ready to go live on Bridge Classic Cars Competitions very soon. Jonn stripped the air intake pipe and fitted a new one in the cabin.
Bristol Engine Work
Classic car technician James has been working on the engine of our 1954 Bristol 405. The carburettors and refurbished/correct air filters arrived back at the workshop and were fitted to the engine. The three mounting brackets were cleaned thoroughly, and
More Paint Prep
Our Ford Transit Tipper MKII has continued its stay in the Bridge Classic Cars paintshop. It has been with technician Chris who has been applying polyfan to the doors. After he had finished working on the doors, the cab of
Ignition Cable
Our 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Mark 1 has been in the hands of classic car technician Steve. Steve soldered the original ignition advance control cable end to the new inner cable as the original was broken and we were unable
Interior Repairs
Classic car technician Brian has been continuing his work on the interior of our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4. He has made several repairs such as the front window surround panels and the front side window surround panels. Brian also made
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