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Highlights
16-valve Lotus-engined sports car
Underside in great condition
Very well presented bright red paint
Only two owners
Reported to be always kept in the dry Spanish climate
The Appeal
The Jensen-Healey nestles itself into the arena of classic British sports car somewhere between a luxury car and an out-and-out sports car. It is certainly a capable performer, with its 16-valve overhead cam Lotus engine mounted at a jaunty angle under the bonnet. But it also has plush seating, wood trim pieces and a radio. Truly luxurious appointments.
This particular Jensen-Healey has spent its life in Spain, so is presented in well preserved condition. The bodywork and paint look particularly good, and the car sits on a set of attractive alloy wheels which finish it off very nicely.
So if you’re after a rare and capable classic British sports car, this Jensen is certainly one to consider.
The History and Paperwork
First registered 16th July 1974, in Barcelona
Original 1986 Permiso de Circulación certificate included
The car has reportedly always remained in Spain
Only two owners
The Interior
The interior of this Jensen-Healey is in generally good condition
The seat covers are excellent, with very little sign of wear we could see
There is a small scuff to the driver’s bolster
Some wear to the sill carpets in the foot wells
The dashboard is in great condition, with no cracks or obvious UV damage
Wood effect trim pieces look good, with only one area of cracking to the centre console
The gearstick gaiter is ripped
Original radio still in place on the dashboard
The door cards are neat and tidy, with speakers fitted
There is space for luggage behind the seats, as well as in the boot
Fire extinguisher fitted in the boot
The Exterior
Wonderful bright red paintwork
The low, sleek bodywork looks great
No obvious areas of damage or corrosion
The vendor tells us that the exterior of the car is totally original
Lamp lenses clear and bright
The alloy wheels look great
The fabric roof is a little stained and has a few rips
The underside of the car looks good, from what we could see
The Mechanics
1,973cc Lotus 907 engine
Twin cam, with four valves per cylinder
The engine is mounted at around 45 degrees
The engine bay looks tidy
We’re told by the vendor that the car runs well, with no issues
It has reportedly just been inspected
Summary
In all, this appears to be a nicely preserved example of a Jensen-Healey. There are a few areas which its next owner may choose to improve upon, but it still looks like it’ll be great fun in the meantime.
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1974 Jensen Healey
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