Stripping our 1973 MG B Roadster – engine, carbs, heater box, wheels
October 14, 2024
Week 1 for new guy Dave has already been a busy one as his first project is our 1973 MG B Roadster. Gordon has not
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MGB Stripdown
October 7, 2024
Classic car technician Steve has been stripping down our 1973 MGB Roadster.
MG Midget Carbs And Exhaust
September 30, 2024
Rob completed his work on our 1966 MG Midget by looking at the carbs and exhaust. Once he had finished, the car was loaded into
MG Midget – New Hood
September 13, 2024
Rob has moved the windscreen frame forward on our 1978 MG Midget in order to obtain the correct gap with he quarter light. He then
MG Midget Service
September 2, 2024
Technician Steve has been working on our 1978 MG Midget. He prepared the sump and gearbox for new gaskets before fitting new front brake hoses
MG Midget Oil Leak
August 12, 2024
Steve has removed the engine and gearbox of our 1978 MG Midget so he was able to gain access to repair the gearbox leak as
MGB GT Dent Repair
August 12, 2024
An old friend has recently returned to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop in the form of our 1968 MGB GT. While it is here, Mauro
MGA In Paint
July 31, 2024
Our 1960 MGA has been in the paint shop with Chris. The holes have been welded and the panel has been painted.
Reassembling Our MGA
July 5, 2024
After Chris had finished repainting our 1960 MGA, Julian reassembled the car and fitted new steering rack gaiters.
PDI
July 3, 2024
Our 1971 MGB Roadster has been undergoing its PDI with technician Jonn. Here are his notes: Carry out Pdi and road test. Adjust idle speed.
Driving Our 1971 MGB Roadster
July 1, 2024
Earlier today, Craig and Nick took our 1971 MGB Roadster out on the roads around the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. It’s safe to say…it was
More Paint And The Rebuild Begins
June 21, 2024
Our 1960 MGA has continued its stay in the Bridge Classic Cars paint shop. Mauro painted the wings while Chris painted the rest of the
MG B Roadster Inspection and Repairs
June 12, 2024
Steve is very impressed with the floor and chassis on our 1971 MG B Roadster. “This is a very nice, clean and well protected floor
MG TF Transport
May 13, 2024
Tony has collected our 1955 MG TF from its owner and safely transported it to the workshop.
MGA In Paint
April 24, 2024
Our 1960 MGA has been in the Bridge Classic Cars paintshop. After being stripped to bare metal, Mauro applied epoxy primer to the front wings,
A Different New Arrival
April 18, 2024
Earlier today, our 1955 MG Magnette arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. This new arrival is a little bit different though – it’s actually
Work Continues
April 12, 2024
Our 1960 MGA has been in the Bridge Classic Cars paintshop. Mauro has removed the wax from the body of the inner wheel arches. He
A Recent Photoshoot with our 1975 MGB GT V8
March 4, 2024
A cornerstone of the British sports car world. A car recognised and loved by so many for its usability, practicality, and it’s gorgeous looks. We
Now Available To Win
February 27, 2024
Our 1976 MG Midget 1500 is now live on the Bridge Classic Cars Competitions website. It has a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine that is capable of
An MG Midget Arrives
February 9, 2024
Today saw the arrival of our 1976 MG Midget into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. It will now go through a detailed inspection and assessment
Another Job Done
February 8, 2024
The thermostat on our 1955 MG TF 1500 has been fitted, the carburettors adjusted and a new front bumper has been replaced on the car.
Carburettors, Manifold And Brakes
January 31, 2024
The manifold has been fitted to our 1955 MG TF 1500, along with the carbs and fuel lines. James also checked the brakes. They were
Welcome Back
January 19, 2024
We have recently welcomed our stunning 1955 MG TF 1500 back into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. Tony collected the car from its owner and
MGC Fit Up
January 19, 2024
Paint Technician Chris has begun the process of fitting up our 1969 MGC GT. While doing this, he also added new rubber in the front
MGC GT Roof And More
January 17, 2024
Lydia has been hard at work over the last week or so on the roof of our 1969 MGC GT. First, she stripped the old
Prep And Paint
January 8, 2024
Our 1969 MGC GT has been in the Bridge Classic Cars paintshop with Chris. He rubbed down the primer on the car before moving it
Looking Great
January 3, 2024
Now that our 1970 MGB Roadster has come to the end of its stay at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop, Nick spent some time taking
MGB Roadster Engine Work
December 14, 2023
Classic car technician Jonn has carried out a diagnosis for number 7 valve clearance that keeps increasing on our 1970 MGB Roadster. He removed the
Out Of Paint And Into The Workshop
November 30, 2023
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
In Paint
November 24, 2023
Our 1970 MGB Roadster has been in the Bridge Classic Cars paintshop with technician Mauro. Mauro has been rubbing down the car after primer before
Stripping our 1973 MG B Roadster – engine, carbs, heater box, wheels
October 14, 2024
Week 1 for new guy Dave has already been a busy one as his first project is our 1973 MG B Roadster. Gordon has not started Dave off lightly. The MG B is needing a serious amount of attention but that hasn’t seemed to phase Dave so far. The engine and gearbox have been removed. The radiator and surrounding panels and hoses are all now out. We have removed the heater box, bulkhead parts, blanking plates and covers. The body is now stripped ready for welding, the windscreen, door glass, all chrome and trims, soft top and rear trims are all removed.
The suspension has been removed and will be completely rebuilt. The engine is out and work has begun on stripping down to component level.
The heater box has been stripped down to component level and will be prepared for rebuild.
Stripped down carburettors, cleaned manifold gasket surfaces, cleaned carburettors, polished dash pots and rebuilt carburettors new jets and fuel line’s replaced gaskets.
Wheel refurb
MGB Stripdown
October 7, 2024
Classic car technician Steve has been stripping down our 1973 MGB Roadster.
MG Midget Carbs And Exhaust
September 30, 2024
Rob completed his work on our 1966 MG Midget by looking at the carbs and exhaust. Once he had finished, the car was loaded into the trailer ready for Tony to deliver it back to its owner.
MG Midget – New Hood
September 13, 2024
Rob has moved the windscreen frame forward on our 1978 MG Midget in order to obtain the correct gap with he quarter light. He then began fitting the new hood.
MG Midget Service
September 2, 2024
Technician Steve has been working on our 1978 MG Midget.
He prepared the sump and gearbox for new gaskets before fitting new front brake hoses and flushing the brake fluid out.
Steve then fitted a new oil filter, air filters, points, and condenser.
MG Midget Oil Leak
August 12, 2024
Steve has removed the engine and gearbox of our 1978 MG Midget so he was able to gain access to repair the gearbox leak as well as the engine front cover and sump leaks.
MGB GT Dent Repair
August 12, 2024
An old friend has recently returned to the Bridge Classic Cars workshop in the form of our 1968 MGB GT. While it is here, Mauro has been repairing the dents in the front lower panel. He then primed the panel ready for paint.
MGA In Paint
July 31, 2024
Our 1960 MGA has been in the paint shop with Chris. The holes have been welded and the panel has been painted.
Reassembling Our MGA
July 5, 2024
After Chris had finished repainting our 1960 MGA, Julian reassembled the car and fitted new steering rack gaiters.
PDI
July 3, 2024
Our 1971 MGB Roadster has been undergoing its PDI with technician Jonn. Here are his notes:
Carry out Pdi and road test. Adjust idle speed. Washers not working. Inspect behind dash and found pipes had come off the back of the manual pump. Reconnect and test, ok. Horn not working and switch faulty. Engine breaths a bit from pipe to atmosphere. Remove rocker cover and get Clinton to weld a pipe outlet to front corner and order a breather catch tank to be fitted.
Rub down area around outlet welded in by Clinton. Paint with Dtm matt black and leave to dry. Refit and secure, ready for breather catch tank to be fitted.
Driving Our 1971 MGB Roadster
July 1, 2024
Earlier today, Craig and Nick took our 1971 MGB Roadster out on the roads around the Bridge Classic Cars workshop.
It’s safe to say…it was a very enjoyable drive.
There are still a few hundred tickets left if you want the chance to win this beautiful classic for just a few pounds; but they are selling fast!
Enter here.
More Paint And The Rebuild Begins
June 21, 2024
Our 1960 MGA has continued its stay in the Bridge Classic Cars paint shop. Mauro painted the wings while Chris painted the rest of the car before the rebuild began.
MG B Roadster Inspection and Repairs
June 12, 2024
Steve is very impressed with the floor and chassis on our 1971 MG B Roadster.
“This is a very nice, clean and well protected floor and chassis.”
The brakes have been cleaned and checked and are in very good condition. Good news!
And a slight smart repair has been carried out on the body.
MG TF Transport
May 13, 2024
Tony has collected our 1955 MG TF from its owner and safely transported it to the workshop.
MGA In Paint
April 24, 2024
Our 1960 MGA has been in the Bridge Classic Cars paintshop.
After being stripped to bare metal, Mauro applied epoxy primer to the front wings, rear wings, bonnet, and boot.
A Different New Arrival
April 18, 2024
Earlier today, our 1955 MG Magnette arrived at the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. This new arrival is a little bit different though – it’s actually my new classic (sort of!).
Through the Classic Car Loan Project, I am the custodian of this beautiful classic for the next 12 months.
While the car is in my care, I will be taking it to all of our events and car shows. I will also be using it regularly for the pure enjoyment of doing so!
Peter, who is the owner of the car, drove it to the workshop and spent lots of time showing me around it. I obviously returned the favour by showing him around the workshop and all of our current projects.
Thank you to Peter and everyone at the Classic Car Loan Project who helped organise the handover – I look forward to making the most out of my time with the beautiful MG Magnette.
Work Continues
April 12, 2024
Our 1960 MGA has been in the Bridge Classic Cars paintshop. Mauro has removed the wax from the body of the inner wheel arches. He also removed the front seats and started stripping the paint to bare metal.
A Recent Photoshoot with our 1975 MGB GT V8
March 4, 2024
A cornerstone of the British sports car world. A car recognised and loved by so many for its usability, practicality, and it’s gorgeous looks. We are proud to offer for sale our 1975 MGB GT V8.
The most sought after of the MGB GT’s. Its elegant, sophisticated looks paired with the glorious rumble of the small block V8 are a recipe for a thrilling driving experience.
Our 1975 example is one of the 2591 V8 cars produced by MG between 1973 and 1976 and is one of the very best MGB’s we’ve had through our workshop. Finished in vibrant Maroon Red with Black accents, it is a classic and classy colour combination. The Rover sourced small-block V8 delivers 137BHP which was more than enough to get this small, nimble, and iconic sports car on the move quickly.
Interestingly, the V8 used in the MGB GT was the lightest V8 engine available at the time, so the V8 took 20 kilograms off the nose of these wonderful British cars compared to the 4-cylinder engine.
This car has a well-documented history with invoices from parts specialists as well as extensive MOT histories dating back to the early 1990s. The file also includes photos from its bare metal rebuild in the early 2010s with photographs of its journey for its next owner to pour over.
