Ridgard Past
Ridgard Classic Seats were established in the early 1970's by Bob Ridgard when he arrived from South Africa to the UK. Working with some of the top teams in racing, as racing cars became faster in a straight line but more importantly in the corners, Bob pioneered and perfected the steel frame design, using full suspension for back and base, safety belt locators and developed the first seat to have head support. All now universally used.
Exhibiting round the world throughout the 70’s and 80’s Ridgard Classic Seats built a Worldwide reputation for design, safety and quality.
A keen racer himself with his Chevrolet Camaro and Alfa Romeo Alfetta, Bob won the Barn Ruche Saloon Driver of the Year Trophy in 1996.
Bob sadly passed away after a long battle with cancer in July 2019. Both daughters Lucy and Claire have both worked in the business and are passionate about continuing the legacy of Ridgard Classic Seats.
Ridgard Present
We are very excited, after a difficult time for the family, to be bringing Ridgard Classic Seats back to the market. Production has again started and we are moving forward with pace with our most popular ranges: the RS1, RS2 and RS9 seats.
Having been involved in motorsport since 2013, I am well aware of the need for a supportive and comfortable seat. My own competition classic car had Ridgard seats fitted back then and I have never looked back. At each event, I have no worry with back, shoulder or neck pain. The seats are superbly made and I wouldn’t be without them now.
You are very welcome to come to our workshop to try them out for yourself!
Sam Browne, Managing Director
Ridgard Future
We have been hugely encouraged at the response following Ridgard Classic Seats return to the market. This response has given us the confidence to look and plan for the future, which we are excited about.
It is our mission to keep up to date with the changing materials and fashion statements of cover designs. We are developing our RS10 seat, which has a narrower seat base, but maintains the wide cushion comfort and back support, and keeps the traditional bucket seat styling.
Future developments include an aluminium seat which is extremely lightweight, and a folding frame to allow access into the rear of the vehicle.
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