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PROJECT BRM P15 V16 – THE NATIONAL MOTOR MUSEUM

Here at Classic Transfers, we offer a uniquely bespoke service for all types of projects. Working with our customers to create tailor-made pieces, we’re always eager to bring amazing ideas to life.

We were recently lucky enough to work with the historic National Motor Museum in Beaulieu. They tasked us with reproducing the iconic British Racing Motors (BRM) logo for the front bonnet of the original 1950 BRM 1.5 Litre V16 Type 15 MK1, using our high-quality digital waterslides.

We completed this project in just three working days. With artwork supplied by the museum, we first designed a digitally printed white underlayer, followed by the colour print to ensure a strong opacity, even on the BRM’s dark surface.

A clear varnish layer was then applied, allowing the transfer to slide off separately. Once dry and in position, we removed the varnish layer a day later, leaving an ultra-thin, brand-new BRM logo proudly displayed on the front bonnet of this incredible Formula One racing car.

BRM HISTORY

BRM was established in the 1940s. The assignment? To build a British Grand Prix car. The outcome? The BRM V16 Type 15 – the first car to use disc brakes in racing.

The celebrated V16 first came on the scene in 1950. Widely known for the sound of its incredibly distinctive engine, the V16’s fierce roar plunges through the air and catches the attention of anyone within its perimeter.

Year: 1950
Country: Great Britain
Capacity: 1,496cc
Cylinders: 16
Output: 600bhp at 12,000rmp
Performance: 170 mph
Owner: National Motor Museum Trust
Manufacturer: British Racing Motors

Unfortunately for BRM, their first car was not the success they’d hoped for. Its power and innovation were ruled out by an unreliable engine, making it difficult to drive on motor circuits. But it was a step in the right direction for Britain’s dominance in motorsports in the years to come.

In 2021, the P15 V16 made its world debut at the Goodwood Revival, the first of three new cars built by specialist engineers Hall and Hall, using original blueprints and drawings from the BRM archive.

At Classic Transfers, we’re proud to offer a quick and efficient service for any bespoke project. Simply get in touch with your ideas or drawings, and we’ll be more than happy to help.

Icons of F1 display in the National Motor Museum Beaulieu May 2025

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SAY GOODBYE TO COSTLY TRADITIONAL WATERSLIDE TRANSFERS

SAY GOODBYE TO COSTLY TRADITIONAL WATERSLIDE TRANSFERS

Unlike traditional waterslide transfers—where each colour requires a separate screen print, driving up costs—our digitally printed waterslides let you print detailed, full-colour designs at no additional charge. Whether your artwork is simple or highly intricate, you get vibrant, professional results every time.

Perfect for small projects, you can order as little as a single sheet, with standard print areas ranging from A3 up to 600x450mm. Need a custom size? Just get in touch—we’re happy to help.

While other suppliers offer A4 or A3 waterslide sheets with a full-page carrier film (which requires you to cut out each design manually), our waterslides are precision-printed and feature a screen-printed clear coat, allowing each design to slide off separately—saving you time and effort. Plus, we offer larger formats like 500x350mm and 600x450mm, giving you even more creative freedom with less trimming.

OPTION 1: REMOVABLE VARNISH LAYER

Firstly, we digitally print a white base layer, followed by the colour print on top. This ensures strong opacity, even on dark surfaces. Over each individual design, we then screen print a clear cover layer, allowing the transfers to slide off separately. Once dry and left in position for at least 24 hours, the clear cover can be peeled away. This leaves an ultra-thin, high-quality finish—ideal for detailed applications such as car models or Airfix kits, where a seamless, paint-like appearance is essential.

Why’s this a great option?

Printed image is incredibly thin in depth.

No varnish edge noticable on design.

Perfect for models/objects that need the print to be as thin as possible.

We recommend lacquering to improve long term durability.

OPTION 2: PERMANENT VARNISH LAYER

We begin with the same process of printing a white base layer and colour print for strong opacity, followed by a screen-printed clear coat over each design. This clear layer stays on the surface after application, providing a tough, durable finish—very similar to traditional screen-printed waterslide transfers, and ideal for longer-term or more heavily handled projects.

Why’s this a great option?

Very similar to traditional screen printed waterslide transfers.

Permanent varnish offers additional print protection.

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

Transfer with peelable varnish layer. Only printed design on the surface.

Transfer with permanent varnish layer. Slightly noticable in certain lights.

WHY CHOOSE OUR DIGITAL WATERSLIDE TRANSFERS?

Our digitally printed waterslides offer unmatched convenience, quality, and durability, making them the perfect solution for a wide range of projects. Whether you’re customising vehicles, models, sports equipment, tools, or virtually any surface, our precision printing ensures vibrant, long-lasting results. With no need for tedious cutting, each design slides off smoothly and individually, saving you time while enhancing your project with crisp, eye-catching details.

Perfect for both small and large-scale applications, our waterslides provide exceptional opacity on dark surfaces and stand up to the wear and tear of everyday use. From intricate designs to bold logos, this versatile solution works for hobbyists, professionals, and enthusiasts alike—making it easier than ever to bring your creative vision to life. No matter your project, our digital waterslides are the ideal choice for superior results, every time.

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We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

We will closing for the Christmas break on Thursday 19th December and we will re-open on Monday 6th January. Any orders placed within this break will not be dispatched until we re-open.

Thank you to all our customers old and new, we wouldn’t be here without you, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all. Your support this year has allowed to continue doing what we love… designing and producing Transfers and Decals for classic motorcycles of all types.

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Midland Counties Dairy Ltd / Black Country Living Museum

Restored Midland Counties Dairy Graiseley Cart featured at The Black Country Living Museum

The Black Living Country Museum offers an extensive range of over 80,000 items in their collections including buildings, cars, sad irons, trolley buses, photographs, shops, locks, canal boats, catalogues and glass!

Historically, the Black Country played a vital role in the nation’s industrial history. This was the world’s first industrial landscape and one of the most intensely industrialised regions of the UK.

Recently, they have been working on restoring an electrically powered milk float from The Midland Counties Dairy company and asked us to supply some waterslide transfers of The Midland Counties Logo to add the finishing touch to the Graiseley Cart.

Attention to detail, restoration and preservation of historic vehicles is just some of the core values we hold at Classic Transfers. Although we are naturally well knowledged in the Vintage motorcyle industry, we do not discriminate and welcome bespoke projects of all natures. We highly recommend paying a visit to The Black Country Living Museum and experience their talent at bringing history back to life.

An original image of
The Midland Counties Dairy Ltd Graiseley Cart

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SHED AND BURIED x CLASSIC TRANSFERS

Classic Transfers head to the Costswolds UK, to supply some transfers to Henry Cole and Sam from the Shed and Buried team. We have supplied a lot of the transfers which are featured on the motorcycles on their shows. We also got to visit the Manfred Schotten Sports Antiques Shop.

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PROJECT BRM P15 V16 – THE NATIONAL MOTOR MUSEUM