Highlights

• Imported to Poland in 2016
• Restored interior with leather seats and Lecarra steering wheel
• One of only 267 convertibles built
• Mechanically sound with recent replacements of water pump, fuel pump, spark plugs, and high-voltage wires
• Registered in Poland, facilitating easier import within Europe

The Appeal

The Jensen Interceptor, with American powerplants, styling by Carrozzeria Touring, and British assembly, is quite a layered story from a uniquely ambitious period in British car-building. That tri-national stance has made the resulting tourer one of the boldest projects any English car manufacturer embarked upon. 

The MKIII Convertible is among the rarest of these already fairly scarce cars, though. Introduced in 1974 to capitalise on the American market, the Interceptor's roofless kin was intended to sap some of the thunder being set by Mercedes-Benz's R107 and the like. Sadly, Jensen wasn't long for this world, and only 267 were ever built in two years of production. They may lack some of the more distinctive styling cues of the hatchback, but they're undeniably fascinating.

This example, imported to Poland in 2017, has been treated to an interior restoration and plenty of mechanical work. Beautifully presented in a bright red livery, this is a solid, eminently drivable car that's rarely seen outside of its homeland. We expect it'll garner plenty of interest on auction.

History and Paperwork

• Manufactured in 1974
• Previously based in the USA
• Imported to Poland in 2016
• Registered in Poland
• Odometer indicates 12,731 miles on a five-figure odometer
• The vendor informs us that the actual mileage is unknown

The Condition

• Bodywork is reportedly original and never subject to repair
• The paint was refreshed during the car's time in the USA, and could do with a few touch-ups
• Chromework is largely in good order, with minor scratches and patina
• The vendor notes minor scratches to the sill hole cover and minor damage to the rear bumper
• Original five-spoke alloy wheels with CooperTires in size 205/70R15
• Soft top appears to be in good order with no issues noted in the fabric
• Underside is showing signs of its age
• The vendor reports that this could use some attention, but it appears solid
• Restored interior with leather seats and Lecarra steering wheel
• No sign of rips, tears or substantial wear to the upholstery
• All gauges and dials are clear and legible
• Dashboard has been re-covered with eko-leather
• However, the vendor thinks this could do with some improvement and perhaps a more careful restoration
• Air conditioning requires repair

The Mechanics

• Powered by the largest of the Interceptor engines - the Chrysler 440cu in (7.2-Litre) 'high deck big block' V8 
• Three-speed automatic transmission
• Engine bay is in fine order with no issues we can discern
• Recent replacements of water pump, fuel pump, spark plugs, and high-voltage wires
• Suspension and brakes in good condition and regularly serviced
• Differential has been fully restored
• We understand the car to be in fine, drivable order with no significant mechanical issues

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