Registration No: REE 40M
Chassis No: 22409576
MOT: Exempt

• Subject to full repaint to Jaguar Carnival Red in 2022
• Complete with receipts for mechanical and cosmetic parts from Martin Robey
• Fitted with a Holley Caburettor

PLEASE NOTE: The vendor has opted to have the car fitted with a new Holley Caburettor prior to the sale as the Fuel Injection system has proven to be unreliable and he can confirm 'very good' running has been restored.

Introduced at the October 1971 Earls Court Motor Show, the Jensen Interceptor III shared the same striking Vignale-penned sheet metal and advanced tubular-chassis frame as its predecessors, but was readily distinguishable by its cast headlight surrounds, GKN alloy wheels and comprehensively revamped interior. Initially powered by a Chrysler 6.3-litre V8 engine, the model was soon upgraded with an even larger 7.2-litre unit. Boasting Torque-Flite three-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel disc brakes as standard, the 2+2-seater Coupe was both impressively refined and seriously quick. Indeed, the 7.2-litre versions were reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 6.4 seconds and 140mph. The model was bought by celebrities as diverse as Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham, golfer Peter Butler, British Foreign Secretary Lord Carrington and World Motorcycle Champion Phil Read.

First registered in Grimsby on 22nd May 1974 (or so its 'REE 40M' number plate would imply), this home market, Series III example was acquired by the vendor some forty-eight years later. Having previously restored a number of interesting classics, he undertook any necessary body repairs before having the Jensen repainted in Jaguar Cardinal Red metallic (a shade he much refereed to the original factory Red). The very original interior was found to be in reasonable condition so the vendor opted to have it re-connollised rather than re-trimmed, with the addition of a new Red carpets. Mechanically, the car was given a good going-over for which there are a number of bills on file (Martin Robey supplying various parts). The seller advises that the car now runs 'very well' on its Holley Caburettor which is fitted in place of the original Carter carburettor. A true 1970s icon that is said to be in ‘very good overall’ condition, ‘REE 40M’ is offered for sale with V5C Registration Document and sundry paperwork.

For more information, please contact:
Lucas Gomersall
lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk
07484 082430