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Jensen Interceptor IIIPhotography coming soon
Chrysler V8 in a Touring-designed body with the most beautiful glass tailgate ever designed. The ultimate 1970s GT cruiser.
History
The Interceptor combined Italian styling by Touring of Milan, British craftsmanship from West Bromwich, and American V8 muscle from Chrysler. Its curved rear glass window became an iconic design element. The sister car, the Jensen FF, was the world's first production car with all-wheel drive and ABS.
Production & Heritage
Production Total6,408
DesignerCarrozzeria Touring Superleggera
Production Period1971–1976
Estimated Value$60K–$130K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine7.2L V8 (Chrysler 440)
Power330 hp @ 4,600 rpm
Torque515 Nm
0–60 mph6.5 sec
Top Speed225 km/h
Transmission3-speed automatic (TorqueFlite)
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,738 kg
BodySteel platform frame, steel body panels by Vignale
Engine Details
Engine CodeChrysler 440
Displacement7.2L (7,212 cc)
Bore x Stroke109.7 x 95.3 mm
Compression8.2:1
Valves2 per cylinder (16 total)
Fuel SystemCarter AVS 4-barrel carburetor
Performance
0–100 km/h7.2 sec
0–60 mph6.5 sec
Top Speed225 km/h
Weight-to-Power5.3 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,800 mm
Width1,756 mm
Height1,346 mm
Wheelbase2,667 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionLive axle, semi-elliptic leaf springs
Front BrakesGirling ventilated disc
Rear BrakesGirling disc
SteeringRecirculating ball, power-assisted (Adwest/Hobourn-Eaton)
Capacity
Fuel Tank91 L
Doors2
Seats4
Source: auto-data.net, Wikipedia
