Out & About – Nearby Classic Collection

Out & About – Nearby Classic Collection

Recently, Bridge Classic Cars were asked to come and view a nearby classic collection including several different Ford Model T’s along with a Chevrolet and a Maxwell. These were part of a collection by a local gentleman who sadly could not care for the cars and the hundreds if not thousands of pieces of memorabilia […]

Shooting an ’80s Icon – Behind the Scenes with a 1983 Ford Capri 1.6

Well, you may have seen by now the video of our latest competition car but it’s time to take you behind the scenes of the shoot. The icon that is, the Ford Capri. The sun shone brightly on a crisp but slightly hazy Suffolk morning. At our Bentwaters storage facility, the nose of this black […]

Ford Model T Running Smooth

We’re delighted to see our Ford Model T starting up and running so smoothly today.

Ford Model T’s New Exhaust

We’ve manufactured a new stainless steel exhaust as the original was rusty.

Ford Model T’s Rear Box Covers

Brian has made up some covers for the rear box pillars on our 1915 Ford Model T. He’s done this in the same style as the seats, making it out of leather and buttons to create this luxurious effect. He began by making up buttons for the rear box covers, marking out the button holes […]

Ford Model T’s New Floor

We’ve recently recovered the floor of the 1915 Ford Model T in rubber rather than bare wood. Brian has done a fantastic job to make it look smart.

Ford Model T Interior Completed

We’re delighted to see that our trim shop specialists, Kath and Brian have finished the interior trim for our 1915 Ford Model T. They’ve covered the bench seats and battery box in the back and the bench seat in the front with this delicate and luxurious button pattern in a black leather.

Ford Model T’s Bench Seats

Our 1915 Model T’s front seats went down so well with its owner, he’s requested that we also cover the bench seats in the back with the same intricate hand styled buttoned leather. Being hand made, Kath and Brian need to work closely together to make sure that they mimic each others work as closely […]

Ford Model T’s Custom Battery Box

We’ve also created a cover for the battery box on our 1915 Ford Model T. Brian put together the foam and leather, and then added the buttons with make this beautiful dimpled effect.

Ford Model’s New Seats

Our 1915 Ford Model T has had some amazing new seats made by Brian in the trim shop. Tom had made the wooden board base and Brian worked on creating the elegantly finished leather. Brian began by glueing the squab to the board and making buttonholes. He then fitted the buttons through the leather and […]

Ford Model T Leak And New Seats

Our engine expert Ady has removed the core plugs, inlet and manifolds on the ford model T to address a leak and the rust. These will then be replaced. The Model T has also received neat seat covers made by Brian. Brian begun by gluing a foam base to the board, making holes for the […]

New Seat Covers For Ford Model T

Kath has been tasked with making some new leather seat covering for the 1915 Ford Model T. The seats are relatively basic however fresh new leather will certainly brighten them up. Kath marked out and measured the seats to be recovered as well as marking out where the sewn in diamond would sit, which she […]

Ford Anglia Polished And Shiny

Our 1959 Ford Anglia had some slightly worn paintwork when it arrived, however after a good polish, its already looking better. The beautiful thing about this car is how original it is whilst still being in fantastic condition, meaning we aren’t changing anything about it, including the original paintwork which has survived 62 years.

Ford Model T Gets New Brakes

We’ve been working on getting this 1915 Ford Model T up and running again, starting with refreshing the brakes. On this age car, the brakes are drum and steel which are only located on the back. We’ve taken the wheels off the back right hand side to find they’re totally dry and looking well. We’ve […]

The Ford Capri’s Run-In With A Ladder

This stunning 1971 Ford Capri has had an unfortunate run in with a ladder that has left some small cosmetic grazes on its rear quarter panel. We’ve taken it into the capable hands of our paint shop to have a touch up so that it can leave looking brand new. We’ve all been ogling at […]

Behind The Scenes: Ford Escort RS Turbo

A while back we shot some stunning photos of our lovely 1988 Ford Escort RS Turbo with model Carnell (@carnage_kicks). Using a smoke granade to create an artistic approach, we spent the afternoon shooting a series of interesting portraits with the car as well as capturing our standard shots. This car is currently up for […]

You Can’t Brake Her Spirit

After five long years of sitting idle, this fantastic 1953 Ford Transit was brought back to life by our talented engine mechanics here at Bridge Classic Cars. This week, she’s has a full refurbishment of her wheels and brakes. The brakes kept sticking, so now the engine is running smoothly, it was time to get […]

One Of Our Own – Welcome To The 1954 Ford F100 Truck

Our classic car technician Mauro has got himself this wonderful 1954 Ford F100 Truck. It’s come into the workshop today for the team to start a full engine restoration project on it. The truck was imported from the US in 2013. Mauro tells us “I’ve always had a passion for American cars. It needs a […]

New Arrival – 1953 Ford Transit Van

An exciting delivery arrived at Bridge Classic Cars this afternoon. The team got to meet one of the first ever Ford Transit Vans, introduced originally in 1953 as an FK 1000 but later as a Taunus Transit from 1961. It’s one of only three others in the world, one of which is at the Ford […]

Ford Capri 3000 E Steering Wheel Restoration

The team have done an incredible job re-trimming this Ford Capri wheel. The wheel firstly went down to the paint shop to be sanded down and repainted black. Once fully painted it headed through into the trim shop for Kath to pick up work on the leather. She stripped off the leather and applied the […]

1969 Ford Escort Visits Bridge Classic Cars

This weekend we were visited by this lovely Ford Escort. Possibly coming in for works with ourselves, this lovely example was a pleasure to have a look around.

New Arrival – 1959 Ford Consul

We’ve welcomed in this lovely Ford Consul to our workshop for restorative works. This fabulous Ford is in such wonderful condition. It truly is a credit to it’s owner. Whilst with us, the Consul will have a full brake overhaul and engine restoration works.

RS2000 Completed Restoration

Today we said goodbye to our gorgeous 1977 Ford Escort RS2000. This lovely Ford came in for a complete restoration here with us at Bridge Classic Cars. The team here pulled out all the stops to ensure this RS200 was finished to the highest standards.Congratulations Paul, we hope you enjoy this fabulous car for many […]