Description
Charterhouse Auctioneers are pleased to offer this vehicle in their next Classic Car auction on Sunday 3rd November 2019 at the Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet, BA4 6QN
The Auction will start at 12 noon with viewing on Saturday 2nd November 9. 30 am - 4. 00 pm and on the morning of the sale from 9. 30 am.
LOT 39: A 1969 Jensen Interceptor Series I, registration number 42 LOF, chassis number 115-3211, aubergine. First shown to an appreciative general public at the October 1966 Earls Court Motor Show, the Touring of Milan designed Interceptor certainly caused a sensation. Initially built by Vignale of Turin, the Interceptor was quickly taken back and assembled inhouse due to quality control issues. The Series I Interceptor would remain in production until October 1969 when the Series II became available. This example we have the pleasure of offering for auction is somewhat different from the normal Interceptor as it has been upgraded to a unique specification. Thirteen years ago the car was completely stripped and re-built by a South Coast Classic Car Company as a feasibility study into the possibility of producing and marketing a more modern, more economical and reliable Interceptor. Although the car proved very successful, due to other business commitments the project did not go ahead and this is one of a kind. The original 6. 3 litre V8 Chrysler engine and three speed automatic transmission have been replaced by a Buick derived 4 litre V8 engine with a five speed manual transmission. This reduced the weight of the car considerably still giving the car more than adequate performance and much improved MPG. The original rear axle was retained, as was the rear suspension with new springs and adjustable shock absorbers. The front end of the car is as per Mk III Interceptor incorporating better suspension with adjustable shock absorbers, vented disc brakes and power assisted steering. The car is also fitted with a stainless steel exhaust system throughout. The bodywork was fully rebuilt at the time and incorporated some alterations including different rear light assembles, similar to the CV8, front side lamps and indicators, front grill, front bumper, front wing air vents, bonnet air scoop and electric sunroof. Stainless steel finishing's to many areas included the body sills, door shuts etc. The car is also fitted with sundym glass to all windows. The interior was trimmed in grey and maroon with changes to the centre switch panel, the fitting of separate oil and water gauges and colour coding throughout. The present condition of the car is said to be excellent in all respects as it was completed some eleven years ago. No remedial work whatsoever has been necessary or done since the restoration, which bears testament to the quality of the re-build. This superb example of an iconic 1960s GT car, with much improved driving and handling, far better MPG and easier maintenance has none of the usual unreliability of the original cars and is unique. This Jensen will be offered with its transferable registration number. V5C, MOT and tax exempt See back cover and other illustrations
All lots in this sale are sold as is and bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Please read our terms and conditions.
£40, 000 - £45, 000 + 13. 2% buyer’s premium (including 20% VAT)
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