Beschreibung
This classic Jensen SP (chassis 131/ 8057) has undergone an extensive and meticulous restoration process, including comprehensive bodywork repairs and a fresh coat of its original Reef Blue color. The original engine was fully rebuilt, and the gearbox was completely overhauled. The front steering and suspension, rear axle, brakes, and fuel system were all renewed, along with significant electrical and cooling system upgrades. The car also received new wheels and tires, polished stainless steel and chrome elements, and a refurbished interior with leather re-coloring and new trim. This comprehensive restoration blends vintage charm with modern reliability, making it an ideal choice for classic car enthusiasts.
COMPREHENSIVE RESTORATION
Summary of the tasks completed:
Bodywork Restoration:
- Included comprehensive welding, fabrication, and repairs
- Full new sills fitted on both sides
- Both floor sections and rear arch panels repaired
- Front and rear valances replaced
- Minor issues on the front wings and doors fixed
- New seat belt mounts installed
- Preparation and Painting:
- Stripped, shot-blasted, and primed with epoxy
- Minor perforations repaired
- A new bonnet was fitted
- Shell was prepped and painted in its original Reef Blue color
Engine Rebuild:
- Original engine was fully disassembled and rebuilt
- Crankshaft was polished and refitted
- Bores were honed
- Timing chains and sprockets replaced
- Cylinder heads were machined
- A new oil pump, high flow water pump, and sump were installed
- The block was repainted in its original black color
Gearbox:
- Fully rebuilt including the torque convertor
- Front Steering & Suspension:
- Completely stripped and rebuilt
- Parts powder-coated or zinc-plated
- Replacement of all bushes, bearings and seals
- New MK11 front springs fitted
- Adjustable front shock absorbers
- Rebuilt power steering rack fitted with new track rod ends
- Rebuilt power steering pump
- New ball joints
- Poly bush kit
- New wheel studs
Rear Axle & Suspension:
- Crownwheel/ pinion was in good condition
- Halfshafts were removed and fitted with new outer bearings and seals
- Rear springs were cleaned, repainted
- New wheel studs
- Polybushes
- Spring shackles
- Coil over adjustable shock absorbers
Brakes:
- Installation of new front and rear Fosseway big brake kit
- New discs and calipers with EBC brake pads
- Rebuild of the master cylinder and servo
- New brake reservoirs
- Flexi hoses
- Kunifer tube-made brake pipes
- Vacuum pipes
Fuel System:
- Installation of a new stainless steel petrol tank
- 100% ethanol proof fuel pipe
- High volume Carter fuel pump
- New six pack carbs
- New air filter element
Electrical:
- All wiring looms removed and checked
- New engine bay wiring loom fitted
- All new relays fitted in fusebox
- All new front and rear lights
- Window motors fitted with new gears
- Alternator upgrade with genuine Mitsubishi alternator and new wiring
Cooling System:
- Uprated aluminium radiator fitted
- Uprated radiator fans fitted
- All new hoses fitted
Heater & A/ C:
- All new pipes fitted
- New Ranco valve fitted
- Compressor uprated to Sanden unit
- New condenser, dryer, pressure switches fitted
- New R134a pipework
Wheels & Tyres:
- New 17? GKN style wheels including spare – powdercoated in granite
- 5 new Tyres fitted
Brightwork:
- All stainless steel parts sent for polishing
- All chrome items either replaced or re-chromed
- New chrome front and rear bumpers fitted with new over riders
Interior Trim:
- Original leather has been recoloured and refitted
- Dynamat fitted to floor
- New carpet set
- New boot carpet set
- New cord headrests
Windows:
- All glass refitted with new seals
- New front windscreen as original was delaminating
PAPERWORK SUPPLIED:
- Restoration of Jensen SP chassis no 131 8057 / Engine no HC 10859
- Colour – Reef Blue / Black / V/ Roof
- First owner Sunday Express
- Valuation Report Jensen owners club concours secretary
- Restoration documentation
- Invoices for all work carried out 2014 -2018 £129, 000
- Purchase invoice receipt 2014
- MOT documents Expiry 1. 9. 23
- History of Jensen SP 1971 MYH 9L
- Jensen SP Handbook
- Jensen SP routine service book
- Log book
- MOT certificates 1982 mileage 40, 167-1988 50, 047 then laid up for 26 yrs
- Current mileage 59, 000
- Jensen owners magazine 269 feature page 14
- Jensen owners magazine 265 feature page 11
- Jensen owners magazine 241 feature page 42-43
- Classic car weekly article page 10
Vehicle Model History:
The Jensen SP’s performance specifications were nothing short of remarkable for the time. The vehicle’s 440ci (7212cc) Chrysler engine, with its high compression ratio of 10. 3:1, required the use of five star fuel to develop the impressive 385 bhp. This was a significant increase from the 330 bhp of the 383ci engine used in previous models.
The vehicle also featured new 6. 5J x 15” 5 spoke alloy wheels manufactured by GKN, allowing for the fitment of wider tyres and larger 10. 75” ventilated discs with a dual circuit system. To distinguish the SP from other models, a contrasting vinyl roof and two sets of louvres were added to each side of the bonnet. The front bumper was redesigned, and the rear featured a single rear number plate lamp and cast aluminium surrounds for the dual headlamps.
The interior of the Jensen SP was also upgraded, with new seats and door panels, a restyled centre console, and the addition of two extra eyeball vents on the dashboard. The vehicle came standard with every optional extra, including a Lear-Jet Stereo 8 track tape player-radio and electric aerial.
As for its performance, the SP could go from 0-60mph in just 6. 9 seconds, 0-100mph in 16. 8 seconds, and had a top speed of 145mph. These figures made the Jensen SP one of the fastest and most powerful vehicles of its time.
