I just wanted to say it was a pleasure meeting Tony again, & thank you for delivering to me a wonderful car. Also a big thank you to all the team at Bridge Classics for providing & preparing a stunning vehicle for the competition. I consider myself extremely fortunate & lucky to now be the […]
I recently heard about the Gibbs Aquada and, after a bit of research, thought it sounded like a vehicle that could have been something very special but, for whatever reason, it never reached anywhere close to its full potential! Amphibious Cars Amphibious cars have never quite worked out. If you look at the Amphicar, for […]
Jon has been busy in our workshop! In this update, he has began repairs on the 1977 Triumph 2500TC which is in with our team at our Suffolk HQ to be recommissioned. First off, was a couple of simple jobs such as fixing a brake/stop light and replacing the windscreen wipers before Jon could move […]
Our workshop is well versed in all things Jensen 541 – having restored over a dozen of these classic GT cars (with 2 more in our workshop currently going through their restoration journey). So, when it comes to getting this beautiful 1956 Jensen 541 back up and running the team were eager to jump in. […]
Our technician Steve has been working on the 1975 Cobra Replica, checking off the jobs needed to get the ready for its inspection and certification. At this point, Steve has been working on the throttle cable to control that thunderous V8 that lives under the bonnet. After test fitting, Steve noted that the access hole […]
The gearbox for our 1960 Jensen 541R project is back in the building. The transmission had been with a trusted specialist for a rebuild as part of the project to get this incredible classic GT back on the road.
The Bridge Classic Cars workshop team have been going full steam ahead with preparing the 1979 Ferrari 400. Our technician, Jon, has been heading up the project from the moment the car came into our workshop a couple of months ago. To begin with, Jon has had to replace the heater valve nestled deep under […]
After being transported to our friends at Auto Transmissions, our 1973 Rover P5 had some mobile work completed by Jonn and John. Here are Jonn’s notes about the repair: Travel to Mersea island to attend to car. Poor running reported. Strip carbs and remove float bowl tops. Clean out. Remove suction Chambers and blow through […]
In this week’s Torque Show, the Bridge Classic Cars team sit down to talk about how online car platforms are changing and the impact that has on both traders and consumers, before having a chat about a very important moment in every petrolheads life… when we passed our driving tests of the back of a […]
To celebrate 60 years of the Aston Martin and James Bond relationship, Aston Martin has released the DB12 Goldfinger Edition. Limited to just 60 units, this car has been created by Aston’s personalisation and bespoke service – Q by Aston Martin. DB12 Goldfinger It was back in 1964 when the DB5 first appeared alongside James […]
I’ve been shortlisted in the Rising Star category for the Motor Trader Industry Awards 2024! On 20th November, Craig and I will be heading to London to join the other finalists at the awards ceremony being held at the Grosvenor House Hotel. When I opened the email and saw the announcement, it was a big […]
It takes 45 lessons for the average learner to pass their driving test. With lessons ranging in price from around £25 per hour up to somewhere around £50 per hour, learning to drive is an expensive thing to do. Even without the financial element, just the amount of time required for these lessons soon adds […]
On Saturday, we welcomed Darren and Anthony from EMG Ipswich to Bridge Classic Cars, as we teamed up to host our MG Cyberster Test Drive Day. Based at The Classic Lounge, the day was all about giving people the opportunity to experience what could very well be the future of electric sports cars. The MG […]
This week, the team headed to the incredible Imperial War Museum in Duxford for the recent H&H Classics auction where two of our cars were being represented surrounded by the most sensational display of aircraft anywhere in the UK. Molly caught up with Tony, our logistics coordinator, to find out more about what goes on […]
I just wanted to say thank you for the Gin that was a prize in your recent competition. I believe someone tried to call me on the day but I was abroad at the time so the call didn’t come through, but it was a nice surprise on my return home. Once again, thank you.
We recently ran a competition for our members where they could win a bottle of Heart of Suffolk Betty’s Gin completely free of charge. If you join the Bridge Classic Cars Members Club, you get a wide range of benefits: As an additional perk, we also give you the chance of winning bonus prizes without […]
In the very near future, we will be seeing the AC Ace back out on the roads of Britain. AC Cars, Britain’s oldest active vehicle manufacturer, has recently announced the upcoming return of one of the most beautiful cars ever made. The new version of the Ace will, of course, be inspired by the recognisable […]
Last Friday, we opened the doors to The Classic Lounge so our guests could enjoy live music from The Three Chordettes. Everyone had a great time and it was a fantastic evening of music, drinks, and classic cars – a perfect Friday night! Thank you to everyone who joined us and we hope to see […]
Yesterday marked the 44th birthday of the Austin Metro. The Metro was once a common sight on roads all over the country and was launched as a competitor to the highly successful Ford Fiesta; with the idea that it would eventually be the successor of the ever-popular Mini but now, they are rarely seen. That […]
What an incredibly exciting start to the week this week at Bridge Classic Cars HQ. Tony set up bright and early to delivery our first car, the Dodge DA to Duxford for this weeks H&H Classic Auctions. Then it was a return to the workshops to pick up car number two, our Vauxhall Wingham to […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday 7th October 2024 Bridge Classic Cars Welcome the Future with MG Cyberster Test Drive Day Bridge Classic Cars, known for its passion for restoring and preserving classic cars, is very excited to announce an exciting event that combines the past with the future. On Saturday, 12th October 2024, the MG Cyberster […]
Just a few hours ago, McLaren revealed its brand new supercar, the W1, as the successor to the iconic McLaren F1 and P1. The W1 combines Formula 1 style aerodynamics, hybrid technology, and lightweight engineering to deliver what McLaren calls the “ultimate supercar experience.” Powertrain The W1 has a hybrid powertrain, combining the all-new MHP-8 […]
The Bridge Classic Cars team have been at it again! After another jam packed week they sit down to go through everything that’s been going on at the Suffolk HQ. They talk through synthetic fuels after our visit from Jake at P1 Fuels, our love of Aston Martins as well as a sneak peek at […]
On Sunday (6th October), Kia UK is going to reveal a very special vehicle as part of the celebrations marking the brand’s 80th anniversary. The exclusive ‘restomod’ – a restored and modified car – will debut at the Bicester Heritage ‘Scramble’ event. This one-of-a-kind vehicle has been created from a donor vehicle taken from Kia’s […]
Vauxhall has started UK customer trials for its hydrogen-powered van, the Vivaro HYDROGEN. Over the next few months, a range of companies, including those with some of the largest fleets in the country, will be involved in these trials. This is all in preparation for the launch of the Movano HYDROGEN, which will be Vauxhall’s […]
The UK is officially turning its back on coal-powered electricity after 142 years, as the final active coal plant in Ratcliffe-on-Soar shut down for the final time this week. It’s hard to put into words how big of a deal this is; as coal was the foundation of the Industrial Revolution that changed the country […]
The first Norton F1R motorcycle to be produced and raced will be available to buy at an auction hosted by H&H Classics at the National Motorcycle Museum on Wednesday 30th October 2024. The bike is estimated to sell for between £52,000 and £56,000. This 1990 Norton F1R is frame number one and was the first […]
Recently, a customer (and good friend) of ours moved house. While this might not mean much to you, he very kindly sent us some photos of his growing car collection being moved from his old house to his new one. You can’t deny that there are some very special cars in this collection and we’re […]
The 2024 Goodwood Revival, as always, delivered an incredible weekend of vintage racing, celebrations, and plenty of nostalgia. Running from Friday, September 6th, to Sunday, September 8th, the event welcomed legendary drivers, beautiful classic cars, and some very exciting, albeit wet, races, all while championing sustainability. In a world-first for historic motorsport, the entire race […]
Each year, World EV Day promotes the importance of sustainable transport, and this year, in 2024, it’s probably more relevant than ever. As the world is realising our battle with climate change is going to be a big one, the electric vehicle (EV) initiative offers a cleaner, greener alternative to fossil-fuelled vehicles. On September 9th, […]