31st Jul, 2022 12:00
The Gold Cup Classic Car Auction
1969 Jensen Interceptor MKI
Registration - ALP 24H
Chassis No. - 115/3406
M.O.T. - June 2023
Odometer - 90,327
Originally liveried in California Sage Green, this handsome Interceptor is nowadays finished in Audi Racing Green and trimmed in black leather. It has never been fully restored, just maintained and repaired as required to keep it running as it should do. The sumptuous interior is apparently completely original, whereas over time the body has been resprayed, the engine rebuilt and, more recently, the gearbox replaced with a reconditioned one. There have only been four owners to date, the first of whom was a Mayfair estate agent. The second retained the Jensen for 26 years before passing it to a dealer who held if for six months before selling it to the vendor in 2005, since when it has never been off the road. He presently classes the automatic transmission, bodywork and paintwork as ‘excellent’ and the V8 engine and upholstery as ‘good’, and adds that ‘ALP 24H’ ‘starts and runs well with loads of torque and acceleration’. He is now offering the car complete with a number of rare extras (eg ‘cotton reel’ headrests), a full set of owner’s manuals, fire extinguisher, medical kit, jack and toolkit, copy of the build history and large collection of invoices, plus a current MOT valid to June 28 next year.
The Interceptor was unveiled in 1966 and broke several of Jensen’s established traditions in that the design was outsourced – to Carrozzeria Touring – rather than penned in-house, and the bodies were made of steel rather than glass reinforced plastic. The MKI is the rarest of the breed, of which just 1,024 were handbuilt between 1966 and 1969. Its 325bhp 6.3-litre Chrysler V8 engine was claimed by Jensen to result in a 0-60mph time of 7.3 seconds and 133mph top speed. Celebrity owners of MKIs have included Sir Henry Cooper, Sir Matt Busby, Tony Curtis and Eric Morecambe.
In summary:
- A lovely apparently rust-free example that’s remained within the same ownership since 2005
- Never restored, but maintained and repaired as required
- Comes complete with such original accessories as fire extinguisher, medical kit etc
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £45,000 - £55,000Registration - ALP 24H
Chassis No. - 115/3406
M.O.T. - June 2023
Odometer - 90,327
Originally liveried in California Sage Green, this handsome Interceptor is nowadays finished in Audi Racing Green and trimmed in black leather. It has never been fully restored, just maintained and repaired as required to keep it running as it should do. The sumptuous interior is apparently completely original, whereas over time the body has been resprayed, the engine rebuilt and, more recently, the gearbox replaced with a reconditioned one. There have only been four owners to date, the first of whom was a Mayfair estate agent. The second retained the Jensen for 26 years before passing it to a dealer who held if for six months before selling it to the vendor in 2005, since when it has never been off the road. He presently classes the automatic transmission, bodywork and paintwork as ‘excellent’ and the V8 engine and upholstery as ‘good’, and adds that ‘ALP 24H’ ‘starts and runs well with loads of torque and acceleration’. He is now offering the car complete with a number of rare extras (eg ‘cotton reel’ headrests), a full set of owner’s manuals, fire extinguisher, medical kit, jack and toolkit, copy of the build history and large collection of invoices, plus a current MOT valid to June 28 next year.
The Interceptor was unveiled in 1966 and broke several of Jensen’s established traditions in that the design was outsourced – to Carrozzeria Touring – rather than penned in-house, and the bodies were made of steel rather than glass reinforced plastic. The MKI is the rarest of the breed, of which just 1,024 were handbuilt between 1966 and 1969. Its 325bhp 6.3-litre Chrysler V8 engine was claimed by Jensen to result in a 0-60mph time of 7.3 seconds and 133mph top speed. Celebrity owners of MKIs have included Sir Henry Cooper, Sir Matt Busby, Tony Curtis and Eric Morecambe.
In summary:
- A lovely apparently rust-free example that’s remained within the same ownership since 2005
- Never restored, but maintained and repaired as required
- Comes complete with such original accessories as fire extinguisher, medical kit etc
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Gold Cup Classic Car Auction, 31st Jul, 2022
This auction of classic cars, motorbikes, registrations & automobilia will take place on the final day of the prestigious Oulton Park Gold Cup weekend.
We are delighted to again be be running this live event at the Gold Cup.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling on of the team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Friday, 29th July 2022 9am - 7pm
Saturday, 30th July 2022 9am - 7pm
Sunday Morning, 31st July 2022 9am - 12pm
Fill in the form below and one of our team will get in touch with a no-obligation valuation. We will also take you through the consignment and valuation process, to enable you to make an informed decision.
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