Highlights
- Low reported mileage of under 53,000 miles
- One of only 923 automatic RHD Mk1 Interceptors built
- Very rare white car with black interior
- Current keeper since 2006
- Always stored indoors during current ownership
- MOT valid until April 2027 with no advisories
The Appeal
The later MkIII may be a more common sight, but it is the early Mk1 Interceptor that aficionados revere. These early cars, of which just 923 RHD autos were built, are the purest version of Jensen Chief Engineer Kevin Beattie’s vision for a sleek fastback grand tourer, one that would heavily influence all future GTs. Details like the refined front light treatment and beautiful wood-lined interior with its classic toggle switches set these cars apart.
The Mk1 is also notable for being fitted with the high compression version of Chrysler’s 6.3L V8 delivering 325bhp, considerably more than the bigger-engined later cars. This 1969 Mk1 is an original RHD 115-series car and one of 95 to leave the Kelvin Way works in white. The vendor is only the car’s seventh owner and acquired it in 2006. He tells us that the displayed mileage is correct, but this isn’t warranted.
The car would benefit from some bodywork and paintwork investment, but it does come with a useful voluntary MOT. This runs to April 2027 and shows no structural advisories. For the enthusiast who wants a running project, this rare British beast looks very tempting.
The vendor says:
“Very comfortable and drives well. Lovely colour combination and interesting 500 registration number included. Always attracts complimentary remarks.”
Key Information
- Mileage: 52,796 miles (indicated as correct, not warranted)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: voluntary MOT to 20th April 2027 with no advisories
- Technical specs: 6,276cc V8, three-speed Torqueflite automatic
- Paperwork: Original handbook included, V5C, radio handbook
The Detail
- Rare white paintwork, which HPI check indicates is factory correct (not verified)
- The vendor states the car runs well and drives well
- Bodywork and paintwork require age-appropriate attention
- Rostyle-style wheels in fair condition with evident deterioration in photos
- Chromework is factory correct with some age to the bumpers and fittings
- Black leather interior with matching carpets
- Vendor describes the interior as displaying age-appropriate wear
- Carpet needs replacing
- Mk1 dashboard with veneer trim and toggle switches
- Moto Lita wood-rimmed steering wheel
- Fitted with a Kenwood radio/CD player
- Original Jensen unit included with the car
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