Jack Kerridge Turned His Passion for Fiat into a Flourishing Business

WORDS AND PHOTOS BY JEROME ANDRE

JACK Kerridge’s 1973 Fiat 500 transformed into the stunning Fiat 500E.

MEET Jack Kerridge, the automotive talent behind the wheel at Silent Classics based in the southwest of the UK. With classic cars coursing through his veins from an early age, Jack’s destiny was sealed as he tinkered away in his father’s workshop, immersing himself in the art of car restoration. Here, he cultivated the skills and meticulous attention to detail that set him apart.

Motivated by his love for his struggling Fiat 126, Jack reached a tipping point when its underwhelming 0.6-liter engine repeatedly succumbed to failure. Driven by determination and a stroke of inspiration, he took matters into his own hands and embarked on a transformative endeavor—his inaugural electric conversion—revitalizing his cherished vehicle.

The resounding success of this project ignited a newfound passion within Jack, propelling him to push boundaries even further. Fueled by a fervent desire to merge cutting-edge battery technology with his deep affinity for classic cars, he gave life to the visionary concept that would later become Silent Classics. Determined to specialize in a particular vehicle, he recognized the Fiat 500 as the ideal candidate. Despite its elegant and beautiful design, the car was let down by its conventional powerplant.