Inlet Manifold Gasket

Inlet Manifold Gasket

Classic car technician Steve has been continuing his work on our 1979 Reliant Scimitar. He removed the inlet manifold so he was able to replace the leaking gasket. He also noticed that the coolant passage was blocked so this was unblocked and cleaned too.

Scimitar sees a few improvements from Steve

Steve has stripped down the boot lock mechanism to get to a broken bolt. He has removed the lock clean and replaced with clean tumblers ready for refit. Whilst working on the Scimitar Steve has gone ahead and fitted a new fuel filter too.

Work Starts On A New Arrival

Classic car technician Steve has begun working on our 1979 Reliant Scimitar. He started by investigating the brake master cylinder that was leaking fluid into the servo. The servo diaphragm was leaking air when the brakes were applied so both parts will need an overhaul. The door switch contacts were found to be corroded so […]

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 experienced technicians.

Dash Repairs

Classic car technician Brian has been working on the latest car available to win through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions, our 1963 Reliant Scimitar GTE. Brian made and replaced the dash top cover, ensuring that this classic car’s interior looks as good as possible for the lucky winner who is soon-to-be-found. Brian started by making a […]

Bumper Refresh

Our 1966 Reliant Scimitar was given a bumper refresh this week. After some minor damage to the rear bumper, Darren in our paint shop has been at work getting it sorted. “It’s a pretty unique bumper in a way” Darren tells us. “As it’s fiberglass, but it’s painted to look chrome.” Darren sorted out the […]

The Spotlight’s On The Scimitar

New indicators were fitted this week on the 1966 Reliant Scimitar, changing the old bulbs to LED. “We had a problem with the new indicators,” explained workshop manager John. “There was feedback, so we switched to LED to make them brighter.” The Scimitar is now as flashier than ever – great work John!