Eric Minoff
Vice President, Head of Department - US
LOT 147 ¤
1973 Jensen Interceptor Series III Coupe Chassis no. 140-8963
Sold for US$41,440 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 147¤
1973 Jensen Interceptor Series III Coupe
1973 Jensen Interceptor Series III Coupe
Chassis no. 140-8963
Chassis no. 140-8963
7,210cc OHV Chrysler V8
Single Carburetor
330bhp at 4,600rpm
3-Speed TorqueFlite Automatic Transmission
Independent Coil Spring Front and Beam Axle Semi-Elliptic Leaf Spring Rear Suspension
4-Wheel Hydraulic Dunlop Disc Brakes
*The final and most refined iteration of the Jensen Interceptor
*Delivered new to the United States
*Subject of an older partial restoration
*British panache and American muscle
THE JENSEN INTERCEPTOR
It's not often when a car company is started with the help of a movie star, but that was the case for Jensen. In 1935 Clark Gable sent a new Ford chassis to England for the Jensen brothers to body it with one of their sleek 4-seater bodies. During the Thirties Jensen created a number of American-engined sporting bodied cars, predominantly with Ford V-8 power but also with Nash straight eights and Lincoln V-12s.
Postwar Jensen resumed low volume automobile production but prospered as the coachbuilder for Austin-Healey and others until in 1963 they introduced the partially fiberglass bodied C-V8 with Chrysler V-8 power, succeeding it with the Interceptor in 1967 with a Touring-designed body and power from a 383 Chrysler V-8. The Interceptor also offered Ferguson Formula all-wheel drive for about 50% more than the standard Interceptor. A modified and updated Interceptor II followed in late 1969, and it was succeeded in 1971 by the Interceptor III which soon got Chrysler's 440 cubic inch engine and was joined in 1974 by a convertible.
The Jensen Interceptor combined powerful, reliable American V-8 power and smooth-shifting automatic transmissions with British coachbuilt quality and luxury. They were built for a discerning clientele willing to pay a premium for their performance and exclusivity (in 1974 an Interceptor III cost 60% more than a Series III E-type roadster.)
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
Finished in the late summer/early fall of 1973, this Jensen was delivered new to the United States in Copper Brown over Tan leather. Restored in the previous ownership 10-20 years ago, it is now finished in electric blue over light tan with black piping and subtly upgraded with an improved stereo, Moto-Lita steering wheel, power steering, and more. It is accompanied by a thick stack of receipts, records, and photographs documenting the work completed. Additionally included are an original owner's handbook, a copy of John Tipler's tome on the model--Jensen Interceptor: The Complete Story, jack, tool roll, a recently obtained copy of it Statement of Origin from the records of Jensen Motors, and more.
Acquired by the current owner in 2012, it has been on static display since being purchased. While it shows nicely inside and out, mechanical recommissioning is recommended prior to active use—but one can take solace in the fact the drive train is pure Chrysler and parts are easily sourced.
Once back in top shape, this brute in a suit will be ready to cruise with the best of them.
Single Carburetor
330bhp at 4,600rpm
3-Speed TorqueFlite Automatic Transmission
Independent Coil Spring Front and Beam Axle Semi-Elliptic Leaf Spring Rear Suspension
4-Wheel Hydraulic Dunlop Disc Brakes
*The final and most refined iteration of the Jensen Interceptor
*Delivered new to the United States
*Subject of an older partial restoration
*British panache and American muscle
THE JENSEN INTERCEPTOR
It's not often when a car company is started with the help of a movie star, but that was the case for Jensen. In 1935 Clark Gable sent a new Ford chassis to England for the Jensen brothers to body it with one of their sleek 4-seater bodies. During the Thirties Jensen created a number of American-engined sporting bodied cars, predominantly with Ford V-8 power but also with Nash straight eights and Lincoln V-12s.
Postwar Jensen resumed low volume automobile production but prospered as the coachbuilder for Austin-Healey and others until in 1963 they introduced the partially fiberglass bodied C-V8 with Chrysler V-8 power, succeeding it with the Interceptor in 1967 with a Touring-designed body and power from a 383 Chrysler V-8. The Interceptor also offered Ferguson Formula all-wheel drive for about 50% more than the standard Interceptor. A modified and updated Interceptor II followed in late 1969, and it was succeeded in 1971 by the Interceptor III which soon got Chrysler's 440 cubic inch engine and was joined in 1974 by a convertible.
The Jensen Interceptor combined powerful, reliable American V-8 power and smooth-shifting automatic transmissions with British coachbuilt quality and luxury. They were built for a discerning clientele willing to pay a premium for their performance and exclusivity (in 1974 an Interceptor III cost 60% more than a Series III E-type roadster.)
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
Finished in the late summer/early fall of 1973, this Jensen was delivered new to the United States in Copper Brown over Tan leather. Restored in the previous ownership 10-20 years ago, it is now finished in electric blue over light tan with black piping and subtly upgraded with an improved stereo, Moto-Lita steering wheel, power steering, and more. It is accompanied by a thick stack of receipts, records, and photographs documenting the work completed. Additionally included are an original owner's handbook, a copy of John Tipler's tome on the model--Jensen Interceptor: The Complete Story, jack, tool roll, a recently obtained copy of it Statement of Origin from the records of Jensen Motors, and more.
Acquired by the current owner in 2012, it has been on static display since being purchased. While it shows nicely inside and out, mechanical recommissioning is recommended prior to active use—but one can take solace in the fact the drive train is pure Chrysler and parts are easily sourced.
Once back in top shape, this brute in a suit will be ready to cruise with the best of them.
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