Business Details
14 Years
experience
Expert Historic Motorsport Engineering Services in Evesham
Retro Engineering is a family-run business based in the West Midlands with over four decades of experience in the motorsport industry. Specialising in historic touring car preparation and development from the late 1950s to the 1980s, we provide professional engine and transmission building services, alongside comprehensive race-day support. Our expertise spans BMW, Jaguar, Porsche, Ferrari, and British Leyland models, with a focus on meticulous attention to detail and continuous improvement in methods and practices. Established in 2012 and relocated to a modern 4,000 sq ft facility in Evesham in 2019, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering solutions. Our services include structural bodyshell repairs, competition strengthening, wheel alignment, and electrical systems integration, supported by a team of seasoned professionals with extensive motorsport backgrounds.We design and manufacture custom parts tested on our race cars, ensuring reliability and performance. Our team includes specialists in engine dynamics, transmission systems, and fabrication, many of whom have worked with renowned motorsport entities. We prioritise client satisfaction through transparent communication, documented engine build records, and tailored arrive-and-drive race packages across Europe. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner in historic motorsport engineering.
Services
Engine Builds
Transmissions
Race Support
Car Restoration
Parts Manufacturing
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in historic motorsport engineering.
- Our family-run team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology.
- In-house fabrication and design capabilities for custom race components.
- Proven race-winning expertise across Europe's historic racing circuits.
- Comprehensive arrive-and-drive packages tailored to client needs.
Services
Engine Builds
We design and construct high-performance engines for historic race cars, including BMW M88, Jaguar V12, and Triumph Dolomite Sprint models. Our process includes precision measurements, custom crankshaft and piston assemblies, and dyno testing to ensure reliability. Each engine receives a detailed build record for future maintenance and development.
Transmissions
Our transmission department rebuilds and upgrades Getrag, Triumph Dolomite, and Classic Mini gearboxes with straight-cut synchro kits and heavy-duty components. We offer close-ratio gear sets, competition diffs, and custom solutions for BMW, Jaguar, and Triumph models to enhance racing performance and durability.
Race Support
We provide full arrive-and-drive packages, including car preparation, transportation, and on-site technical support at European historic racing events. Our team handles pit stops, race strategy, and post-event maintenance to ensure seamless competition experiences for drivers.
Car Restoration
Our workshop performs structural bodyshell repairs, corrosion panel replacement, roll cage fitting, and competition strengthening using Celette jigs and alignment systems. We restore historic race cars to exacting standards while preserving original design integrity.
Parts Manufacturing
We engineer and produce custom race components, including competition cylinder head studs, harmonic dampers, and electrical systems. Parts undergo rigorous testing on our race cars to guarantee performance and are available through our online shop for global customers.
People
Nigel Bridger
Founder & Engine Specialist
Nigel began his motorsport career in the 1970s, apprenticing with a British Leyland dealer. He has built engines for Jaguar, Triumph, and BMW models and raced competitively, focusing on car preparation and development.
Tom Bridger
Electrical Engineering Lead
Tom studied electrical engineering at Aberdeen College and oversees car assembly at Retro Engineering. He integrates modern electrical systems into historic vehicles, ensuring reliability and compliance with racing standards.
Alison Bridger
Operations Manager
Alison manages daily business operations and event hospitality. She ensures smooth administrative processes and client coordination during race events.
Neil Lampard
Transmission Specialist
Neil joined Retro Engineering in 2023 as a transmission expert, bringing experience from Prodrive Motorsport and World Rally Championship teams. He leads gearbox development and race-day technical support.
John Powell
Fabrication Technician
John has advanced our in-house fabrication capabilities, specialising in precision machining and structural repairs for race car chassis and components.
Questions
What services does Retro Engineering offer?
We specialise in engine and transmission building, race support, car restoration, and custom parts manufacturing for historic motorsport vehicles.
Which historic car models do you specialise in?
Our expertise covers BMW, Jaguar XJS, Triumph Dolomite Sprint, and Porsche models from the 1950s to 1980s.
Do you provide race-day support across Europe?
Yes, we offer arrive-and-drive packages with full race-day preparation and support at events across Europe.
Can you manufacture custom parts for race cars?
We design and produce bespoke components tested on our own race cars for reliability and performance.
How experienced is your engineering team?
Our team includes specialists with decades of motorsport experience, including former Prodrive technicians and rally engineers.
