Highlights

Rare right-hand-drive convertible, only circa 87 manufactured
In family ownership for 30 years, with documents confirming the first three registered keepers
Original Jensen stamped history book up to 1986
Retains its original color and paint

The Appeal

The Jensen Interceptor Convertible is among the rarest variants of one of Britain's most charismatic grand tourers. With only around 87 right-hand-drive convertibles believed to have been produced, finding one at all is noteworthy, finding one with this level of originality and documented provenance is rarer still.

This 1974 example has been in family ownership for 30 years and went into dry storage soon after 1986, having covered barely 1,500 miles since. An original Jensen stamped history book records its service history up to 24,494 miles. The 7.2-liter V8 starts and drives under its own power, though it has not been road tested. Presented as a very original running project, this is a compelling opportunity for those seeking one of the most sought-after Jensen variants to sympathetically recommission.

Key Information

Mileage: 26,084 miles indicated
Country of registration: United Kingdom
MOT status: exempt
Technical specs: 7,212cc V8 gasoline, three-speed automatic
Paperwork: original Jensen stamped history book up to 24,494 miles in 1986; documents confirming the first three registered keepers

The Detail

Engine starts and runs with good oil pressure, we are told
Vendor notes it reaches operating temperature and cooling fans engage as expected
Seller reports it drives under its own power but has not been road tested
Rear brake calipers noted to be new
Electric top is reportedly fully operational
Retains its original color and paint, which shows patina
Interior is described as very complete with what appear to be original lambswool inserts showing some patina
O/S outer sill has some surface corrosion around the front and jacking point area
Outer sill sustained damage from a jacking point
The vendor describes the underside as being in very good condition, with inner sill beams complete and only light cosmetic issues noted
Dry-stored for approximately 20 years from soon after 1986
Has covered barely 1,500 miles since entering storage
Potential bidders are welcome to view the car on the ramp at the premises by prior agreement

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