Bridge Classic Cars On BBC Radio Suffolk
October 19, 2022
Bridge Classic Cars Director Craig was recently interviewed on BBC Radio Suffolk. He was part of a live feature on Mark Murphy’s show where he
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An Electric Rolls Royce Is Coming
October 19, 2022
A big name is entering the world of electric vehicles, with Rolls-Royce saying that delivery of the all-electric Spectre will begin towards the end of
From Your Desk To Rome And Back Again
October 13, 2022
Colin Chapman, the late founder of Lotus, once came up with a great idea to put any lotus to the ultimate test. The idea was
Classic Car Storage – How To Store Your Classic Car
October 12, 2022
Looking after a classic car brings some additional responsibilities than looking after a modern car. Something that you may not have considered is classic car
Remembrance Sunday Luncheon
October 11, 2022
Hintlesham Golf Club will be hosting a Remembrance Day Luncheon on Sunday, 13th November. There will be a sit-down meal as well as musical entertainment
Supercars At The Beach
October 11, 2022
On Sunday, the seafront at Felixstowe (just down the road from the Bridge Classic Cars Workshop in Suffolk), was treated to a display of supercars.
Hitting The News
October 10, 2022
We were recently featured in an article by the East Anglian Daily Times. The article covers the story of how Bridge Classic Cars came to
Positive Feedback
September 30, 2022
We recently received a great email from one of our customers. We are currently restoring their 1958 Jensen 541R and a lot of work has
What Makes A Car A Classic Car? There’s More To It Than Age!
September 29, 2022
If you want to get technical about it, then a car becomes a classic car somewhere between the age of 15 and 40 years old
Entry Is Now Open – Win Our 1994 Ducati 750 SuperSport
September 23, 2022
After going through a thorough inspection and assessment in the workshop, the team have confirmed that our 1994 Ducati 750 SuperSport is ready to go!
A New Carpet For Our 1978 MG B GT
September 23, 2022
The classic car technicians at Bridge Classic Cars can turn their hand to many jobs. One job that you might not expect them to excel
New Into The Workshop – 2000 TVR Chimaera 450
September 23, 2022
It’s always an exciting time when we see the arrival of a new car into our workshop. One of the most recent additions is our
New Glass And Trim – 1981 MG B GT LE
September 23, 2022
After being recently repainted, our 1981 MG B GT LE had new glass and trim installed. This has not only made the car look neat
Gaining Access To Corrosion Areas On The 1986 Daimler DS420
September 22, 2022
The team of classic car technicians at Bridge Classic Cars found some areas of corrosion on our 1986 Daimler DS420 a little while ago. In
Working On The 1979 Arrow Ferrari Daytona
September 22, 2022
Scott, one of our classic car technicians, has been hard at work on the restoration of our 1979 Arrow Ferrari Daytona. From having his head
A Classic Car Technician In Action – 1978 MG B GT
September 22, 2022
There has been a lot of work completed on our 1978 MG B GT to get it into its current state. As it continues to
1978 MG B GT – More Progress!
September 22, 2022
Our 1978 MG B GT has taken another big leap forward on its restoration journey. With the fitting of its propshaft and radiator, real progress
A Repositioned Steering Arm For Improved Geometry – 1970 Bristol 411
September 22, 2022
Now that the 1970 Bristol 411 has been converted to a left-hand drive, our classic car technicians have repositioned the steering arm. Doing this improves
1959 JENSEN 541R – Back From The Blasters
September 22, 2022
After a trip to the blasters, our 1959 Jensen 541R has made its way back to the workshop. Once the newly blasted shell has been
New bottom section fitted
September 16, 2022
Monty and Christian are working together on our Daimler project. We are hoping that the body repairs will be completed within the next week or
Preventing further corrosion on our Morris Minor
September 15, 2022
Areas of corrosion are being dealt with on the offside of our 1969 Morris Minor convertible. The area of interest has been cut out, the
SOLD through MyClassics.co.uk: 1950 Land Rover Series 1
September 14, 2022
Another lovely classic car has been sold through our new classic car sales platform, MyClassics.co.uk . MyClassics is a completely free sales platform designed for
Engine and front end fit on Morris Minor
September 14, 2022
Scott is making great progress with our 1969 Morris Minor rebuild. Various components are now back on the engine and the fit up of the
One in, one out
September 13, 2022
As we bid farewell to our wonderful Alfa Romeo to start it’s new adventures with Adam up in Scotland we welcome a new addition to
En-route to Bridge Classic Cars – 1992 Rover Mini Cooper
September 13, 2022
Our good friend and colleague Bradley from Drivers4you right now is up in Aberdeenshire for us delivering and collecting a couple of our recent projects.
Car & Classic – Brand Loyalty, It’s Alive and Well
September 12, 2022
A fantastic piece of journalism from Dale Vinton from Car & Classic. https://www.carandclassic.com/magazine/brand-loyalty-its-alive-and-well/?bsft_aaid=a5ce63ed-6419-48b8-adb6-8692f74daf04&bsft_eid=3dc740ee-ba4c-4095-be10-f0a474019538&utm_campaign=other-week-3-day-1&utm_source=blueshift&utm_medium=email&utm_content=saturday-newsletter-10-09-22&bsft_clkid=5eea234e-b7af-458c-aa62-a57ebec8a1e7&bsft_uid=28ce9e57-ae04-4f00-be49-7ba92105475c&bsft_mid=60df4c76-1db0-4020-aff8-7620d9187cee&bsft_mime_type=html&bsft_ek=2022-09-10T09%3A32%3A51Z&bsft_lx=10&bsft_tv=7 When Dale met David Franklin. “David likes Fiat. In fact, David LOVES Fiat.
Fixed – Repairs and Undersealing on the 1969 Morris Minor Convertible
September 9, 2022
The 1969 Morris Minor Convertible has been back up on the ramps at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop to have a few key jobs sorted
Featured – Our 1981 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Featured in Practical Classics September 2022
September 9, 2022
Whilst on holiday recently, our director Gordon was flicking through this month’s Practical Classics he noticed a familiar face. In the September 2022 edition of
Together – 1958 Jensen 541R In Full Bodywork
September 9, 2022
The 1958 Jensen 541R has worked on getting all the panels onto the car to double-check fitment after paint. The team have put the one-piece
Refinish – 1981 MG B GT LE Repainted After Bodywork
September 9, 2022
The Bridge Classic Cars paint and body team have finished with the complete repaint of the 1981 MG B GT LE. Following its time with
Bridge Classic Cars On BBC Radio Suffolk
October 19, 2022
Bridge Classic Cars Director Craig was recently interviewed on BBC Radio Suffolk.
He was part of a live feature on Mark Murphy’s show where he talked about what we do, plans for the future, as well as sharing the story of how Bridge Classic Cars came to be. He even spoke about how some of our classic cars have been used in the TV and film industry too!
The full interview can be listened to below.
An Electric Rolls Royce Is Coming
October 19, 2022
A big name is entering the world of electric vehicles, with Rolls-Royce saying that delivery of the all-electric Spectre will begin towards the end of 2023.
Don’t be fooled into thinking this is a lightweight, less luxurious Rolls-Royce though. The Spectre has a kerb weight of 2975kg and comes with all the style and luxury we have come to expect from the brand. It’s also 5 metres long and 2 metres wide with 23-inch wheels. This is certainly not the type of car you might imagine as being all-electric.
With Spectre, Rolls-Royce is joining the electric world in an emphatic way. They aren’t just joining to be a small-time player, the brand wants to make an immediate impact. Rolls-Royce says that its entire range of vehicles will be electrified by 2030. If that’s the case, it can certainly be said that they have hit the ground running.
Luxury And Style
When it comes to luxury and style, there is a lot to talk about with Spectre. The doors, for example, are the largest doors on any Rolls-Royce model measuring an impressive 1.5 metres in length. These can be opened with the simple press of a button and provide plenty of room to make a comfortable entrance and exit.
For those who want to add a unique luxury car to their collection, Spectre can be made in the colour Chartreuse. This has never been an exterior option for any previous Rolls-Royce model. The colour is meant to replicate that of the French liquor with the same name.
Inside the car, you have woodwork, leather, illuminated fascia, and the recognisable starlight headliner.
Some Numbers
When it comes to numbers, Rolls-Royce says that the Spectre has a range of 520km (323 miles). It has 10 driver assistance systems, and the highly intelligent onboard system has more than 141 thousand send/receive functions, 25 thousand sub-functions all made possible by 7km of cabling.
In terms of power, it has 576hp, offers 900Nm of torque, and is expected to be able to cover 0-60mph in a little over 4 seconds.
While all this might sound a little much, it perfectly fits with the Rolls-Royce lifestyle of exuberance and total luxury.
Rolls Royce At Bridge Classic Cars
We have worked on some fantastic classic Roll-Royces before (see the below photos). That’s why we know that the Spectre will be an inspiring car to see. It’s safe to say that we are very excited to see it when it gets on the road next year.
From Your Desk To Rome And Back Again
October 13, 2022
Colin Chapman, the late founder of Lotus, once came up with a great idea to put any lotus to the ultimate test. The idea was simple yet provided a challenge to both the car and the driver. You leave your desk when you finish work on a Friday afternoon and drive to Rome and back again, in time for work on Monday morning.
To make things more interesting, if anyone did the route and was able to provide a photograph of the car outside the colosseum, Colin would pay the expenses of the trip.
This trip was recently recreated in a Lotus Exige 410 Sport, albeit over a slightly longer period of time. The idea of doing the journey between leaving your desk on a Friday afternoon and being back in time for work on Monday morning is just the type of micro-adventure that can bring excitement to many car lovers’ weekends.
Of course, doing it in a car like a lotus makes it even more appealing. We wouldn’t mind giving it a go in any one of the classic lotuses that we have restored here at Bridge Classic Cars.
Classic Car Storage – How To Store Your Classic Car
October 12, 2022
Looking after a classic car brings some additional responsibilities than looking after a modern car. Something that you may not have considered is classic car storage.
With a newer car, you’ll likely be driving it on a regular basis. However, with a classic, it may be parked up for extended periods of time – over winter for example. Leaving a classic car to sit unprotected can have some very negative consequences. Issues such as rust, corrosion, parts seizing, dead batteries, and locked brakes to name just a few are fairly common.
If you are looking for ways to properly store your classic car, there are some things to keep in mind.
Store Your Classic Car In Your Garage
If you are fortunate enough to have a brick garage at home, then this is likely to be a very good place to store your classic car.
Brick buildings are very good at maintaining a stable temperature and keeping the environment relatively moisture-free. Both of these things are important if you want to prevent damage-causing condensation from forming during the colder months of the year.
Before storing your car in your garage, you will want to make sure any gaps are sealed. Big gaps under the door etc, should be covered to stop too much cold air from being able to make its way inside. You should also think about how secure your garage is. Upgrading your locks to a more robust system might be called for if you are worried about the security of your classic car in storage.
Storing your classic car in your garage is not always the best option for you though. Unless you have a window that you can open to improve air circulation, you might struggle to maintain a suitable storage environment. You will also need to look at the temperature. In particular, how much it fluctuates to avoid any heat/cold issues caused to your car.
Store Your Classic Car Outside
If you don’t have a garage to store your classic car in then you might choose to store it outside. If this is the case, you should ideally invest in a car cover that is perfectly suited to your vehicle. Finding the perfect car cover might not be possible though. If you are unable to find a cover that is the exact size of your car, then choose one that is slightly too big. You can use pegs (or similar) to secure it in place to make sure everything is suitably covered and protected.
When storing your classic car outside, it’s important to protect it from direct sunlight. It should also be protected from rain, bird mess, and pretty much any other form of moisture that could potentially damage it.
Lifting your car off the ground during outdoor storage can go a long way in protecting your tyres, wheels, and the underside of the vehicle too.
Use A Classic Car Storage Service
If you want to give your classic car the very best chance of being stored correctly, then using a classic car storage service will likely be your best option.
A professional car storage service can provide the best possible environment for safe and secure classic car storage.
If you’re looking for a car storage service, there are certain things that you should keep an eye out for:
- Security – perhaps the biggest concern classic car owners have is the security of their vehicles. When in storage, ideally, the facility will offer 24-hour protection. This could be in the form of CCTV, manned patrols, and similar. If you can, full-time manned security will be something to look out for as a preferred method
- Regular checks – it’s all well and good offering a secure facility to store your classic car but unless your storage provider is going to regularly check on your vehicle while it’s in their care, there’s still a real chance that you will get your vehicle back in a non-running state. Regular temperature, levels and pressures, as well as electrical and mechanical component checks, are the gold standard
- Environment control – classic cars need lots of love and attention. Stable temperatures and humidity levels are needed, as are optimum air circulation and ventilation. Without this, your classic car could have to face less-than-ideal conditions while in storage.
Bridge Classic Cars Vehicle Storage Solutions
At Bridge Classic Cars, we are passionate about all things classic cars. That’s why we have a safe and secure vehicle storage facility.
Not only is The Hangar monitored by 24-hour security, but we also use Carcoons to make sure your beloved car is stored in the best possible environment. If that isn’t enough, the location of our storage facility is kept secret to avoid it getting too much attention.
As experts in classic car restoration, we have a team of highly skilled classic car technicians who will perform regular checks on cars in our care. We can even collect your car, store it, and deliver it back to you, ready to drive, whenever you choose.
More information about Bridge Classic Cars vehicle storage can be found here. Or you can contact us directly at 01473 742038 or by email at info@bridgeclassiccars.co.uk
Remembrance Sunday Luncheon
October 11, 2022
Hintlesham Golf Club will be hosting a Remembrance Day Luncheon on Sunday, 13th November.
There will be a sit-down meal as well as musical entertainment from Bridge Classic Cars’ very own Molly and her 1940s Trio – The Three Chordettes.
Arrival is from 12:30 pm for a 1 pm service.
If you would like more details or to make a booking, contact the golf clubs events team on 01473 652761 or email office@hintleshamgolfclub.com
Supercars At The Beach
October 11, 2022
On Sunday, the seafront at Felixstowe (just down the road from the Bridge Classic Cars Workshop in Suffolk), was treated to a display of supercars.
Everyone who had chosen to visit the beach for the day got to enjoy the sight of 15 supercars travelling together. The cars had actually driven in convoy through several parts of Suffolk including Sproughton and Woodbridge before heading to Felixstowe.
The event was organised by members of The Drivers Union which is a supercar owners club. As they lived locally, it made complete sense that they should treat their home town to all the joy and excitement that comes from being up close and personal with a supercar.
The full story can be read in the East Anglian Daily Times article.
There were several supercars that took part including some older Ferraris and Porsches. It’s a shame the Bridge Classic Cars team were not in Felixstowe at the time as we would have loved to see the cars in all their glory. Instead, we will make do with looking at the below photos of some of the classic Porsches we have worked on in the past.
Hitting The News
October 10, 2022
We were recently featured in an article by the East Anglian Daily Times.
The article covers the story of how Bridge Classic Cars came to be, what we do, and what we hope to achieve in the future. It also includes some great photos of the workshop as well as a detailed explanation of some of the processes involved in restoring a classic car.
The full article can be read here.
Positive Feedback
September 30, 2022
We recently received a great email from one of our customers. We are currently restoring their 1958 Jensen 541R and a lot of work has been completed on this classic car over the last few weeks.
At Bridge Classic Cars, we do our best to keep everyone up to date with everything that is happening in our Suffolk workshop through our regular blog posts, our social media channels, and by meeting people face-to-face at classic car events throughout the year.
The team work extremely hard to restore all of the cars they work on to the highest of standards. That’s why it always feels so good to get some very positive feedback from our customers who want to let us know that they appreciate what we do.
Receiving a testimonial like this is the reason we do what we do, so thank you for the great feedback – it will be shared with the team.
“I’m enjoying every update. I’m impressed with what Lydia and Brian are doing. I like the leather and vinyl combo very much. So pleased with the rear seat now. The paintwork looked great as well and I’m sure when it gets its final touch-up, alignment and the few flaws attended to that it is a real work of art.
I would appreciate it if you can complement the staff that is doing this great work for me.”
What Makes A Car A Classic Car? There’s More To It Than Age!
September 29, 2022
If you want to get technical about it, then a car becomes a classic car somewhere between the age of 15 and 40 years old (depending on who you ask!) However, classic cars are more than just old cars. They are special cars. Classic cars are timeless cars, and it seems unfair to label them purely based on their age.
They Were Designed With Greater Freedom
You only have to look at classic vehicles such as our 1987 Lotus Excel or our 1970 MG C Roadster to see how impressive they are to look at. It doesn’t take an expert to see that they look quite different from some of the modern cars we see on the roads today too.
A big part of this is because classic cars were designed and built in a time when there was less of a focus on safety, emissions, and alike. Instead, it was all about making the car look good and giving the driver an experience they would hold on to anytime they got behind the wheel.
Modern car manufacturers have to compete with other leading car manufacturers. As a result, you get a lot of similar-looking cars. Back when classic cars were built though, designers could break the mould and let their imagination and creativity run wild.
You Can Look After Them Yourself (Sometimes)
This isn’t always true as, sometimes, you will need the assistance of a classic car technician. This is particularly the case if you are trying to restore a classic car. If this is something you are thinking about, it’s well worth working with the highly trained and highly skilled technicians at Bridge Classic Cars to give you a helping hand with your latest restoration project.
However, If you have some level of mechanical knowledge, you might be surprised at how much you can repair, replace, or improve on a classic vehicle. Modern cars tend to be full of complicated electrics, and manufacturer-specific parts. This usually means that nothing can be replaced without plugging the car into a laptop first. Classic cars don’t need any of that.
With traditional tools, a skilled classic car technician can strip and rebuild most components of a classic car. They will be able to do this without a laptop or specialist tool in sight.
They Were Built By Hand
Perhaps one of the most important factors to consider when deciding if a car is a classic or not is whether it was built by human hands or by a machine.
True classic cars would have, at least in part, been built by hand. This is something that can never be replicated by machines. As every hand-built car will have minor differences, each one will be as unique as the people who own them.
When we are working on restoring classic cars, our technicians don’t just rely on made-to-order parts. They fabricate their own to make sure everything fits perfectly and things look exactly how they should.
What Makes A Car A Classic Car?
Sometimes, a car will be deemed a classic or not based on its age (for insurance purposes, etc). However, true classic car enthusiasts know that there is much more to it than that.
Classic cars feel different, look different, and give you an entirely different driving experience. Some modern cars are great. There’s just something about classic cars that makes you want to get back behind the wheel time and time again.
Entry Is Now Open – Win Our 1994 Ducati 750 SuperSport
September 23, 2022
After going through a thorough inspection and assessment in the workshop, the team have confirmed that our 1994 Ducati 750 SuperSport is ready to go!
This means that you can now enter the draw for your chance to win it.
Head over to Bridge Classic Cars Competitions for more information about this stunning bike, including how to win it for yourself.
A New Carpet For Our 1978 MG B GT
September 23, 2022
The classic car technicians at Bridge Classic Cars can turn their hand to many jobs. One job that you might not expect them to excel at though is carpet fitting! However, that’s exactly what they have been doing with our 1978 MG B GT.
The exterior of this classic car is enough to catch many people’s eye but, for its owner, the interior needs to be equally as well finished too.
That’s why new carpet and interior trim have been fitted recently. Installing carpet in a classic car takes a steady hand, a keen eye, and a good amount of patience. Luckily the team in the workshop have a whole load of experience (and skill) in these areas and, as you can see from the photos below, the interior of this stunning car is coming together nicely as a result.
New Into The Workshop – 2000 TVR Chimaera 450
September 23, 2022
It’s always an exciting time when we see the arrival of a new car into our workshop. One of the most recent additions is our 2000 TVR Chimaera 450 in blue.
Once we have finished lovingly staring at this beautiful classic car, our classic car technicians will take control of it in order to inspect and assess its current condition.
While this classic car is with us, it will undergo a full MOT and service, have a new induction hose fitted, and our classic car technicians will investigate an issue with the radiator fan that is causing it to run continuously.
This looks to be an exciting project for Bridge Classic Cars, so expect plenty of updates very soon.
New Glass And Trim – 1981 MG B GT LE
September 23, 2022
After being recently repainted, our 1981 MG B GT LE had new glass and trim installed.
This has not only made the car look neat and tidy, but also taken it one step closer to getting back on the road for everyone to see and enjoy!
Gaining Access To Corrosion Areas On The 1986 Daimler DS420
September 22, 2022
The team of classic car technicians at Bridge Classic Cars found some areas of corrosion on our 1986 Daimler DS420 a little while ago.
In order to fully inspect all of the corrosion areas, the team have had to gain access to some tricky parts of the car.
Recently, the servo was removed to give our classic car technicians better access to specific areas of corrosion. Once removed, work could begin to resolve some of the corrosion issues as the Daimler continues its journey of restoration.
Working On The 1979 Arrow Ferrari Daytona
September 22, 2022
Scott, one of our classic car technicians, has been hard at work on the restoration of our 1979 Arrow Ferrari Daytona.
From having his head under the bonnet to being under the car itself (and everywhere else in between), Scott continues to restore this incredible car so it can be back on the road where it belongs.
A Classic Car Technician In Action – 1978 MG B GT
September 22, 2022
There has been a lot of work completed on our 1978 MG B GT to get it into its current state.
As it continues to be beautifully restored here at Bridge Classic Cars, our classic car technicians, like Rob, can always be seen working hard to lovingly bring this classic car back to all of its former glory.
1978 MG B GT – More Progress!
September 22, 2022
Our 1978 MG B GT has taken another big leap forward on its restoration journey.
With the fitting of its propshaft and radiator, real progress has been made to get this classic car back on the road, where it rightfully belongs.
In addition to the propshaft and radiator, the MG B GT’s headlamps, front spoiler and bumper have also been fitted. This has made it even more recognisable as the truly stunning car that it is!
A Repositioned Steering Arm For Improved Geometry – 1970 Bristol 411
September 22, 2022
Now that the 1970 Bristol 411 has been converted to a left-hand drive, our classic car technicians have repositioned the steering arm.
Doing this improves the steering geometry, which can make a big difference in how the finished car will drive when it is returned to its owner.
1959 JENSEN 541R – Back From The Blasters
September 22, 2022
After a trip to the blasters, our 1959 Jensen 541R has made its way back to the workshop.
Once the newly blasted shell has been inspected by our classic car technicians, the next stage of restoration can begin.
New bottom section fitted
September 16, 2022
Monty and Christian are working together on our Daimler project. We are hoping that the body repairs will be completed within the next week or so. The front arch lips and rear bottom sections have now been shaped and welded into position.
Preventing further corrosion on our Morris Minor
September 15, 2022
Areas of corrosion are being dealt with on the offside of our 1969 Morris Minor convertible. The area of interest has been cut out, the underseal has been removed and a brand new repair panel has been fabricated and welded back in to position.
SOLD through MyClassics.co.uk: 1950 Land Rover Series 1
September 14, 2022
Another lovely classic car has been sold through our new classic car sales platform, MyClassics.co.uk . MyClassics is a completely free sales platform designed for the classic car enthusiast by classic car enthusiasts.
It’s easy to see why this classic Land Rover sold so quickly. The chassis is in amazing condition and the vehicle has a warm, charming patina fitting for that of the original go-anywhere, do-anything workhorse.
If you are in the market to either buy or sell a classic car, be sure to head to MyClassics.co.uk .
Engine and front end fit on Morris Minor
September 14, 2022
Scott is making great progress with our 1969 Morris Minor rebuild. Various components are now back on the engine and the fit up of the front end continues.
One in, one out
September 13, 2022
As we bid farewell to our wonderful Alfa Romeo to start it’s new adventures with Adam up in Scotland we welcome a new addition to the Bridge Classic Cars collection…
Our 1992 Mini Cooper 1.3 is now heading down from Scotland to join us here in Suffolk. More information to follow.
En-route to Bridge Classic Cars – 1992 Rover Mini Cooper
September 13, 2022
Our good friend and colleague Bradley from Drivers4you right now is up in Aberdeenshire for us delivering and collecting a couple of our recent projects. Once the Alfa is delivered, Bradley will be heading 10 minutes up the road to collect our amazing 1992 Rover Mini Cooper.
We should hopefully be able to accept deliver back here in Suffolk either later this evening or tomorrow morning. We can’t wait!!
Car & Classic – Brand Loyalty, It’s Alive and Well
September 12, 2022
A fantastic piece of journalism from Dale Vinton from Car & Classic.
Brand Loyalty – It’s Alive and Well
When Dale met David Franklin.
“David likes Fiat. In fact, David LOVES Fiat. You could say he’s a little obsessed, if you wanted to be dramatic about it, but the fact of the matter remains, David is a big fan of the Italian auto manufacturer. So much so that he has just taken delivery of his 55th model – a fully-electric New 500 (RED) edition. Don’t worry, this isn’t an article where we wax lyrical about EVs and their place in the classic car world. No, we want to talk about brand loyalty when it comes to classics and David’s story aroused the old grey matter in that respect…”
It’s clear that brand loyalty continues to exist in the classic world today. Not just brand loyalty but geographical loyalty or even decade loyalty. Only last week we met another David. David Renn is from the US state of Virginia but loves all things British when it comes to classic cars. Whether it’s the German quality you prefer, the 90’s hot hatches or can’t get enough of the classic Fords, we all have a loyalty lying somewhere.
Fixed – Repairs and Undersealing on the 1969 Morris Minor Convertible
September 9, 2022
The 1969 Morris Minor Convertible has been back up on the ramps at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop to have a few key jobs sorted out.
The first was to cut out and repair a small rust hole in the underside of the car. Our technician Dave carefully made a patch panel to perfectly fit the car before full welding it in and grinding back.
Once that was complete then the team could begin spraying the underseal to keep the underside of the car in perfect order.
Featured – Our 1981 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Featured in Practical Classics September 2022
September 9, 2022
Whilst on holiday recently, our director Gordon was flicking through this month’s Practical Classics he noticed a familiar face.
In the September 2022 edition of the magazine, is a feature with our 1981 Alfa Romeo Giulietta and an interview with its former owner. If you get a chance, pick up a copy and give it a read!
Together – 1958 Jensen 541R In Full Bodywork
September 9, 2022
The 1958 Jensen 541R has worked on getting all the panels onto the car to double-check fitment after paint.
The team have put the one-piece clamshell bonnet and both doors and boot lid onto the classic GT cars to begin adjusting and checking over everything to make sure there’s no interference and damage any of the paintwork.
It’s incredible to see the car together as a whole and see all of the various lines and curves which blend into one another on the body of the car.
Refinish – 1981 MG B GT LE Repainted After Bodywork
September 9, 2022
The Bridge Classic Cars paint and body team have finished with the complete repaint of the 1981 MG B GT LE.
Following its time with the fabrication team, the body was worked on and perfected by the body prep specialist before being taken into our in-house paint booth/oven. The team then laid down several coats of stunning brilliant silver to get the bodywork and paintwork looking absolutely perfect.
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