Martin has done an amazing restoration and electric conversion to create POPP-E, a practical daily driver Ford Popular Small Ford Spares is the leading parts supplier for the British-built side valve Fords from the 1930s to 1960s. We were very interested to learn...
After over 80 years of patiently waiting, these COVMO pistons for an Austin Light 12/4 are finally going to get their chance to shine! Despite sitting on warehouse shelves from before the Second World War they were not forgotten and will fulfil their destiny to keep...
After a hard-working life here at Vintage & Classic Spares (well, not really) we have said goodbye to the cute little Fordson Model Y van. A sad moment for all as the little van brings a smile to anyone, but we need the space in the warehouse for new projects....
Robin Wills had fond childhood memories of riding in his father’s old Humber 9/28 saloon in the early 70s. The car was last seen staring in the opening titles for the 1976 film “The Likely Lads” before disappearing to America. After a long search Robin located the now...
Issue 34 of the legendary Vintage Supplies catalogue is here – bigger and better than ever! 132 pages packed with even more of the parts, components and materials you need for your classic or vintage car. A handy reference for the workshop for all those little...
Steve Butler is not afraid to make serious road trips in his 1922 Vauxhall 30-98 E-Type Steve lives in the UK, but usually travels to Australia twice a year for driving holidays, participating in rallys. There is a strong vintage and classic car scene in Australia....
One of our customers in Switzerland (thanks Michel Vock!) was looking to add a period spot lamp/search light to his stunning 1920s Bentley Le Mans special. Unable to find the type of side mount he wanted he came to an ingenious solution of his own. Michel used an old...
Vintage Supplies is delighted to launch a major update of its popular website for historic vehicle enthusiasts. Paul Beck’s Vintage Supplies has been a leading specialist supplier of parts and accessories for restoring and maintaining historic vehicles for over...
We are very excited to announce that the new SVC product catalogue is finished, printed and ready for dispatch. It’s here! – the latest edition of the legendary SVC catalogue. 80 pages packed with parts, components and materials. Lots of information and helpful...
The repair and adjustment of vintage car door locks, bonnet fasteners, vents and other bodywork fittings. Time to fix those loose or damaged fittings on your pride and joy! Apart from appearance, badly worn fittings cause annoying rattles and squeaks and can be...
Classic Tucker Sno-Cat Model 222 “Sno-Kitten” 1958 is powered by Ford side-valve engine We supply a lot of classic British Ford parts to customers in America and Canada, but we were surprised to learn that the Ford 100E engine parts our customer Brian was buying...
When does an old car become a classic? There are a lot of terms applied to older cars with much overlap and confusion as to exact meanings. There are some legal definitions, but other than that there are many different opinions and national variations on the use of...