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@russellbennett8516
@russellbennett8516 Ай бұрын
My ALL TIME favourite car Iain. I used to wash one in Caldy Wirral in my mid teens and the owner would always oblige my request that he started his car and lightly rev it for me much to my great excitement and satisfaction. I was far too humble to ask for a ride Thank you for posting sir!
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you for your recollection!
@brianmacadam4793
@brianmacadam4793 Ай бұрын
I was once on a road trip in my little Triumph GT6 and came up behind an Interceptor on a lovely twisting hilly section of highway. Someone had put a high-compression head on the GT and spent a lot of time on the details, I put a Toyota 5 speed in, the car was (and is) a dream to drive. I attempted to keep up with the Jensen and was astonished that I couldn't. We were both going for a ferry, and in the lot I spoke with the owner and learned about this wonderful car. The owner was gracious enough to compliment me on "keeping up". A wonderful memory of a great road trip.
@louisdeliss6327
@louisdeliss6327 Ай бұрын
I had a 1973 Jensen SP with the 7.2 L engine and the six pack carburettor. It was beautiful to drive and I took it on a regular basis from Suffolk to the North of Scotland. In those days the A9 did not have average speed limits so on some stretches I could let it rip up to 120! I wish I did no have to sell it!
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
That’s the way to do it! Great story
@chrisloukes424
@chrisloukes424 Ай бұрын
An absolute credit to your wonderful team. And credit again to you again Iain for always name-checking your team.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@redhunterandgatherer2367
@redhunterandgatherer2367 Ай бұрын
We should mention that the FF had a longer wheel base to accommodate the added equipment. This is seen in the extended front guard (wing in UK speak) behind the front wheel arch. This was disguised with the double vertical vents.. These masterpieces were a perfect homologation of British finesse and American muscle.. Cheers from Aussie..
@simonelliott5956
@simonelliott5956 Ай бұрын
Another car I’ve always adored. I remember as a young lad, my father and his business partner John, had a big whisky bottle full of coins and notes in their office, with “buy Malc and John a Jensen Fund” written on it. Sadly neither of them ever got one, dad had a Scimitar SE5a GTE at the time and John had a 240 Mercedes.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Even so, they must have had a lot of coins! Impressive….
@simonelliott5956
@simonelliott5956 Ай бұрын
@@iain_tyrrell They certainly did, I’m not sure what happened to it, but I expect it involved expensive whisky!
@EleanorPeterson
@EleanorPeterson Ай бұрын
That pale blue with chrome looks very smart. Me like.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Original colours…..quite the thing in 1969!
@williambremner9022
@williambremner9022 Ай бұрын
Yes, that colour is really the doggie's gogonads isn't it!
@Paul-tk2my
@Paul-tk2my Ай бұрын
@@EleanorPeterson I love Indigo but that is my favourite shade of blue.
@BarryRudge
@BarryRudge Ай бұрын
The home office around 1969 commissioned a fleet of Ford Mk 4 Zephyrs with the same four wheel drive system with anti lock brakes as per the Jensen. Under the bonnet there was a counter that recorded the number of times the anti lock braking system operated. They were sent out to various Police Forces for evaluation. I was a member of Lancashire police H.Q.Traffic Patrol at the time. When two officers from another traffic group showed me around one. I was suitably impressed by far to low down the pecking order to have a go. I was only in my early 20's.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing that- highly interesting!
@patriottothecore6215
@patriottothecore6215 Ай бұрын
Wonder if any of them survive?
@BarryRudge
@BarryRudge Ай бұрын
@@patriottothecore6215 I spoke to someone on F.B. some years ago who actually owned one I told him what the second speedometer was for on the dashboard. It was for checking the speed of motorists it was a certified speedometer who's read out could be used in court for traffic offences. We didn't use the speedometer as fitted by Ford.
@timx3680
@timx3680 Ай бұрын
For whatever it’s worth, Jack Brabham owned from new a 1969 Ford Mustang Mach-1 Sportsroof (in ‘Wimbledon White’) with a 428 V8 and Automatic, that has similarly been converted by FF Developments into AWD. I’m Australian but about 20 years ago I noticed it both featured and offered for sale, in a UK Classic Cars magazine, with impressively low miles and for a surprisingly low (bargain) price - especially for its unique spec. And yes Ian, I’ve been quietly kicking myself (and drooling) ever since.
@eugenedreyer4805
@eugenedreyer4805 Ай бұрын
What utterly lovely posteriors to be deposited on the passenger seat... not a turn of phrase one normally associates with classic car videos!
@oohmeconkers1968
@oohmeconkers1968 Ай бұрын
One for my fantasy garage! I try to limit it to 10 cars but quite often I have an imaginary clear out…😮. I get quite emotional when my favourites have to go and then i remember they’re not actually real 😂 Great film Iain, keep them coming ☝️
@tomjensen618
@tomjensen618 Ай бұрын
I have to tell you Tyrrell that as a Jensen myself you've made my day! Not even remotely thinking about such nuceances gas mileage and practicality you are a true romantic and I treasure your unblemished passion for these older gentlemen. Loves T.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@martinclapton2724
@martinclapton2724 Ай бұрын
The 383 cu inch 6.3 was known as the G series , the later 440 inch , essentially a de tuned Dodge Charger unit was known as the J series , although of larger capacity had a lower compression ration , designed to run on 2 star fuel in its day . The smaller engine was fitted to Mk1 and Mk 2 Jensen Interceptor models and a small number of Mk3 models before the larger low emission model became standard. The earlier engine was known to pick up revs slightly quicker than the 7.2 . Either way , it’s easy performance with the Jensen , huge torque at low revs matched to the wonderful torque flight auto box, 30 - 50 mph in 2.3 seconds says it all. Wonderful car
@zumwild
@zumwild Ай бұрын
The FF used a 383 Golden Commando spec motor. A few of the very early Mk3 440s had 4BBL engines that weren't de tuned! Very nice those! Later on the SP came with the most powerful 440 ever fitted to a Jensen. Along with the Hemi that was the most powerful muscle car engine ever supplied in a Chrysler muscle car, and went into the Jensen "as is". All Jensen needed to do was put a small dent in the air cleaner for bonnet clearance!
@PiDsPagePrototypes
@PiDsPagePrototypes Ай бұрын
Arrrrh, what? The Chrysler 'big blocks' are the "B" and "Raised B" ( often written as "B/RB" ) for the B-series V8 and the Raised Deck Height version. The 170ci Slant Six is the "G" block, and the 255 and later 198 the "Raised G".
@DavidAylett-l8n
@DavidAylett-l8n Ай бұрын
Thanks very much Iain, I was lucky enough to own an FF in the early eighties the same colour , it was the 150th made , number stamped on the key. Reg. was CAL751H, needed full restoration , too much work for me so I let it go to a resto firm, I know it's still around because it has a valid MOT. I shall never forget the magical experience and you let me re-live that again , best regards and keep up the great work Sir.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you too. Very interesting
@yalerosner1059
@yalerosner1059 Ай бұрын
A lot of perseverance is paying off with this and a new sense of confidence in the car now. This is why we all love classic cars returned to their glory. Thank you for this channel Mr. Tyrrell!
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you for those kind words
@orsonbuggie750
@orsonbuggie750 Ай бұрын
Over here in Brisbane, Australia I remember drooling over the FF whenever I read about them in the motoring mags at the time. I still recall the article one journo (whose name escapes me now) wrote when production ceased for this wonderful car. He wrote: "Parting is such sweet sorrow, FF today and FA tomorrow." Beautiful job Iain. A credit to you and your team. 👍
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@seayavietnam
@seayavietnam Ай бұрын
Love this one! My dad had a 72 V8 Vantage 2....it really was gorgeous. Another one I'd love to have kept. I remember it had switchable horns. One for city and one for the highway! I was 7 years old then. Don't stop making programmes my friend. You really are most welcome in our living room anytime 🎉😊
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@PorscheRacer14
@PorscheRacer14 Ай бұрын
Love the design and technology behind this mad car. Also, such a nice shade of blue to be tearing about B-roads in. Well done to everyone on such marvellous work.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@herbertwilliams1608
@herbertwilliams1608 Ай бұрын
You and your family of trusted people have given this old steed a pony's heart. WELL DONE, APPLAUSE ALL.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thanks!
@petervandoren2984
@petervandoren2984 Ай бұрын
I fell in love with it the first time I saw one. I didn't know what it was, but loved it on sight.
@CauliflowerMcPugg
@CauliflowerMcPugg Ай бұрын
Beautiful, and what a wonderful sound. The next owner is going to be a very lucky person.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@user-gc1zn5mn4p
@user-gc1zn5mn4p Ай бұрын
Iain, as a Yank I enjoy your Brit car videos--in fact I owned a used MG Midget in undergrad college--it was alway bloody fun. :)
@paulelverstone8677
@paulelverstone8677 Ай бұрын
I think I speak for almost all of us when I say that Iain, Harry and Jonny spoil us on a Sunday evening. Always love to look around this garage to see what's in and what's happening. Both the DMC12 and the Esprit have their bonnets up so maybe something on them soon... *fingerscrossed*
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@zymmer4
@zymmer4 Ай бұрын
you are spot on as to how one bought a car then..I lived in Ramsey, Hunts..in 1971, I needed a car for my wife to tear about in whilst carrying our 5 year old daughter..I took to to Huntingdon, to the BMC store..She chose, and rather quickly, a Morris Marina TC..red with black interior. I pulled out the book and wrote the check..Done. We put 145000 miles on that TC in 3 years..After they made good on a replacement transmission and engine in the first 25ooo miles, all was golden with that car. It ran an honest 126 MPH flat on, and 0 to 60 in 7.3 seconds..I did do a bit of tuning to it to make it move better..Brakes were the hardest to tune..required larger wheels and a host of suspension mods.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thanks for that- great
@briandurning9211
@briandurning9211 Ай бұрын
This is another wonderful video. It combines history, exterior and interior shots, mechanical repairs, and a test drive in a great way. I can't wait for the next release.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@craig380
@craig380 Ай бұрын
Autocar magazine tested the FF in March '68, and here are the key figures: 0 - 60 in 8.4, 0 - 100 in 22.5, standing quarter in 15.9s at 86mph, 40 - 60mph in intermediate in 3.8s. Top whack was 130mph (at 5,000rpm, the 383's hydraulic tappets would start to 'pump up' at sustained rpm higher than this). The magazine averaged 13.6mpg overall in its test (naturally, 5-star only!)
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you for that- interesting!
@ronmccullock1407
@ronmccullock1407 Ай бұрын
Wow! What an absolute fantastic video of my favourite British performance car! Well done Iain and your team. In your own words Tickety-Boo!
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@markdarragh6627
@markdarragh6627 Ай бұрын
WHAT A MACHINE!!! GORGEOUS,,well done sir!!!
@nigeldewallens1115
@nigeldewallens1115 Ай бұрын
When I was a lad! I always love the styling of a Jensen! I los remember my parents saying just what you said! You either brought a car or a house! As my parents loved the two seater merch of that era too! That was just wonderful to see a Jensen once more! Thank you
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you too
@kennethbrennan2916
@kennethbrennan2916 Ай бұрын
I was a young apprentice and a supervisor at my work place had a brand new one and to me it was love at first sight , I'm not 73 and would still love one.
@lindaoffenbach
@lindaoffenbach Ай бұрын
Most intriguing cars. A fully restored and highly curated Inceptor in dark green metallic with similar interior leather trim and carpets does live nearby us in which we had a go. Wonderful drive. Very different actually. However, the FF is of course entirely different under the body. The design is evidently unmistakeably distinctive. In a contemporary zeitgeist with all cars virtually eyeing extremely similar, these classics are such a breeze of fresh air 💓 Thank you so much again Iain.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you too. They really are a good- looking car. I prefer the proportions of the slightly longer at the front FF, but the Interceptor is also pretty
@davids9960
@davids9960 Ай бұрын
I recall that Dennis Jenkinson (Jenks) reviewed this car in MotorSport magazine. After reading that, where he gave it a thorough work out near the limit I was hooked on ABS and 4WD. It took me many years before I actually had an AWD, but what a revelation, just as that article promised. It would be interesting to see the details of how the FF 4WD distributes the power. Thanks for another great video.
@zumwild
@zumwild Ай бұрын
Very nice. One of my favourite colour combinations for an FF. Shame it is up for sale, but hope the owner gets to enjoy it for a weekend and they might just change their mind! We have owned 10 FFs over the years, but never an Interceptor. Always maintained them ourselves. Parts have not been a major problem. The FF's double wishbone front suspension and disk brakes are well designed, effective, reliable, easy to service. Jensen designed a beautiful removable cradle, a sub frame that houses the engine, front diff and lower wishbone. I think the access and maintenance is easier on the FF than the Interceptor because of that front end. The only tricky job is removing that driver's side exhaust manifold. The manifolds glow red in use after spirited driving and almost stress relieve themselves to the particular car and can last decades without blowing once they are on properly because they don't use or need a gasket. I would be tempted to leave them on the car if you are not yet sure abut keeping it.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you for that
@stroopwafel4577
@stroopwafel4577 Ай бұрын
I love the Interceptor. Such a elegant powerhouse. Always a pleasure to listen to the fluent Lain Tyrrell.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you
@senianns9522
@senianns9522 Ай бұрын
I had one of these in the mid 70's. 'F ' reg in UK. Always had issues and was happy to part with it! Fast forward to today and I was so stupid to let it go! Miss it for sure!
@mikesage9544
@mikesage9544 Ай бұрын
Iain. An Interceptor and especially a FF, was a class act back then. Still is today. I had the pleasure of working on one, won't disclose which a while ago. A very different era, a very different ethos. Thanks Iain. Bw Mike in the Forest of Blackness.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thanks Mike
@nomebear
@nomebear Ай бұрын
These were a common sight in Houston, Texas during the 70s and 80s, usually seen in the better part of the city. They were eye-catchers then, just as they're eye-catchers today. Considered to be far more reliable than Ferrari, it seemed they had problems with overheating in hot Texas summers. The Jensen FF was always driven by men, whereas the Jensen convertibles were usually driven by women (* a teenage boy's observation during that time.).
@gracegrace2107
@gracegrace2107 Ай бұрын
As one who spent the 70's off Memorial Drive...you made a nice picture in my head.
@iainmcglynn833
@iainmcglynn833 Ай бұрын
Nice job done but I’m not a fan of these However if given the chance I’d have got Craig to drive me and I’d have added my rear to those of Sophia and Jackie O on the front passenger seat 😎 As always the team have given their all to make this good as new and Iain always makes fabulous content 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👌
@BarryRudge
@BarryRudge Ай бұрын
Don't confuse the Jensen FF with the Intercepter, the FF had an extra few inches forward of the doors to accommodate the 4WD you can tell the difference with the location of the side vents.
@eddylauterback1312
@eddylauterback1312 Ай бұрын
River Oaks more so than Scott St
@JSDesign.Hongkong
@JSDesign.Hongkong Ай бұрын
The Jensen FF was not sold in the US. You’re thinking of the Jensen Interceptor, namely the Interceptor III.
@SharkAttack37
@SharkAttack37 Ай бұрын
A great car and a great KZbin format/show.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@hahnarchdelarhothure4277
@hahnarchdelarhothure4277 Сағат бұрын
Really impressive car and so desirable !.... Never had the chance to see one of them in France, only Interceptors!.... Thanks
@ross2812
@ross2812 Ай бұрын
This chained should have 5 million subscribers.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you!🙏
@P1959H
@P1959H Ай бұрын
One of the senior partners in the firm of solicitors I worked for in Warrington before going to university had an Interceptor and I loved it. I guess he did too. Had a ride in it once on a visit to a client. The partner I worked for had a Mercedes 450SEL. The two of them were as different as their cars.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Both great cars
@mitchellsteele3878
@mitchellsteele3878 Ай бұрын
What a stunning Jensen , I personally love the series one’s and the FF’s with there dash, definitely the best dash design on the late 60’s Jensen, one of my all time favourite classics, good to see that big smile on your face when it kicks down , brilliant, thank you 👍
@robertorhymes
@robertorhymes Ай бұрын
It's a lovely thing The pinacle of pinache and engineering Now Tyrrells Classic workshop has fixed the steering and wheel bearing Thanks Iain for sharing
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Pleasure- thanks
@stco2426
@stco2426 Ай бұрын
Thank you. The FF is one of the most incredible cars of all time. Back in the 90s there was one that parked in an area below where I lived and it must have taken 5 min to get it going on damp winter morning. I'm not sure of the model and this didn't detract for me this car's splendour.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Pleasure- thank you
@Paul-tk2my
@Paul-tk2my Ай бұрын
Seriously beautiful car. One of those that really does tick all the boxes. Quality, style and performance
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Agreed
@almathias6538
@almathias6538 Ай бұрын
Another great vid!I always liked those. Very rare around these parts. Incidentally I was just watching the horror classic “The Omen” the other night where Gregory Peck plays American Ambassador to the UK, and in one scene he’s putting a beautiful triple black Interceptor convertible through its paces. Lots of cool vintage British iron in that movie 😬
@crhvideo
@crhvideo Ай бұрын
What an amazing car. I saw an actuall FF (not just the Interceptor the FF is based on) in person once in Arizona. So much presence, one of the coolest GTs ever. Thanks for another great video!
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you too
@longbeachcarguy
@longbeachcarguy Ай бұрын
Another Sunday video gift. What a machine! Timeless. Thank you!
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thanks for appreciating
@Mike-yt4jq
@Mike-yt4jq Ай бұрын
Beautiful vehicle. I seem to have a soft spot for these for some odd reason, and this specific colour is welcomed. Thanks for your videos Tyrrell.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you too
@Steve-rv1ql
@Steve-rv1ql Ай бұрын
Gorgeous car the interceptor, real road presence combined with the perfect V8 soundtrack. Hope we are granted an audience with that Daytona spider, possibly the most beautiful car ever made.
@fusionfan6883
@fusionfan6883 Ай бұрын
Dad had one of the very first Interceptors when the early bodies were made in Turin. Damn thing leaked like a sieve and eventually Jensen gave him a brand new car. What a glorious beast of a GT, the sound of that purring engine and the effortless power, those were the days🚗🤘🏻
@anthonyxuereb792
@anthonyxuereb792 Ай бұрын
A very bold and courageous undertaking I must say, so much innovation by a small outfit, huge respect for those involved. FF was adopted for a gas turbine race car, might have been a Lotus.
@V8_screw_electric_cars
@V8_screw_electric_cars Ай бұрын
Beautiful interior really it captures the atmosphere of the era it was made in.
@civlyzed
@civlyzed Ай бұрын
Nice surprise on this post-hurricane Sunday morning after a couple days without electricity!
@nomdeplume2724
@nomdeplume2724 Ай бұрын
Great video Iain. I can remember my dad’s metal finishing business in the West Midlands being stacked out with Jensen parts which were stuck onsite in a not altogether clean atmosphere, while the motor trade enjoyed their propensity for industrial action in the early seventies… as I remember… Needless to say they were blown out by my old man at the earliest opportunity! And so finished his direct contact with any of the motor trade for evermore. He just wouldn’t entertain them! One out… All out! I can still hear them now!🙄🤣 Memory Lane eh?….
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thanks- the British motor industry was a shambles then
@brianclarke4159
@brianclarke4159 Ай бұрын
I remember when I was a teenager one of my paper round customers had a Jensen FF, he owned an engineering firm in Leicester
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@ericrawson2909
@ericrawson2909 Ай бұрын
I saw one for the first time in Bromsgrove high street. I was totally captivated by the V8 burble and the amazing rear window. I always wondered if it was John Bonham driving, he lived in a nearby village and I believe he had one.
@Tolpuddle581
@Tolpuddle581 Ай бұрын
Thanks Iain. The FF and the Interceptor the coolest British cars of that era no doubt. Despite costing the same price as a nice house.
@eieghn
@eieghn Ай бұрын
I've had the privilege to drive both the FF and the standard 440 powered Interceptors. If ever there was a British equivalent to an American muscle car, these are it. Loved those cars.....
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Lucky you!:-)
@davidhinkson8856
@davidhinkson8856 Ай бұрын
I remember when you first looked at this car, I think it was a couple of years ago, and I've been seeing it in the background of your videos for a while now. Beautiful machine and that color really suits it.
@worldofrandometry6912
@worldofrandometry6912 Ай бұрын
One of my favourite classic cars.
@pile333
@pile333 Ай бұрын
Congrats to the restoration team for the job they have made with this rare beauty. 👏
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@albertvanwoerden5650
@albertvanwoerden5650 Ай бұрын
Marvelous car. I'm also in love with the stunning 130 coupe at the entrance😬
@ianashton1593
@ianashton1593 Ай бұрын
Cracking video and a beautiful car ! They were so advanced for their time it makes you wonder what they’d be making now if the company was still in business. Fascinating history this particular car has too !
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thanks!
@ruutbianchi4358
@ruutbianchi4358 Ай бұрын
Always loved this car, as a child I had a miniature of it, and actually, I still have that! I have never realized that they were so expensive, if you compare it with an Aston Martin DBS, that was much "cheaper"! The anti locking braking technique fascinates me, with all its troubles, but this Jensen was technically far ahead of its time. Four wheel drive and ABS is now such a common feature. Lovely video Iain, I enjoyed it as ever!😍
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you for that. Yes, rarefied air indeed price- wise!
@theretoocs
@theretoocs Ай бұрын
Iain, the background cars in your videos are far more fascinating and mouthwatering than many cars actually featured by other KZbinrs.
@steveshoemaker6347
@steveshoemaker6347 Ай бұрын
l am so sorry i am 2 day's late on this beautiful awesome 1969 Jensen...lt was ahead its time for sure.....Thank you Lain.... Old F-4 pilot Shoe🇺🇸
@jezpayne3245
@jezpayne3245 Ай бұрын
Wonderful cars the FF and the interceptor. If only I had deep enough pockets…. Lovely work by you and your team Iain bringing this beauty back to its best.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@heckmacbuff
@heckmacbuff Ай бұрын
Who wouldn't want one of these? Lovely
@maddmanxx8042
@maddmanxx8042 Ай бұрын
One of my all time favourite cars
@knutbergan
@knutbergan Ай бұрын
My first car had that same engine, it was a Plymouth Satellite ( ex police car) and bought for $600 back in 1977. I remember it was quite power full. I think the Jensen Interceptor look fabulous, it would be great as a restomod.
@johnchurch4705
@johnchurch4705 Ай бұрын
Harry Metcalf tested a resto mod Interceptor on his channel.
@thetwistedsock3253
@thetwistedsock3253 Ай бұрын
Absolutely gorgeous. The shut lines too ❤
@kennythomson4934
@kennythomson4934 Ай бұрын
I could listen to Mr Tyrrell all day long. As long as he doesn’t sing all is cool 😂
@shankarbalan3813
@shankarbalan3813 Ай бұрын
Ah Fantastic as usual Sir. This is such a gorgeous car. And I love that sound. Ive never seen one in the metal, sadly. And Ive managed to collect only the tiny Oxford Diecast 1:76 versions. Not found a 1:43 as yet. But thank you as always for the lovely video! As an aside, legend has it that L’ Avvocato had some sort of liaison with both the femmes fatales whose names you mentioned.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you too. I’m sure you’re right
@insertusernamehere6025
@insertusernamehere6025 Ай бұрын
What a wonderful car! It’s always good to have some history of a car, too!
@Dr.Dawson
@Dr.Dawson Ай бұрын
Best shop content on KZbin by far! Love the FF WOW!!! Can't wait to see what cool toys you share next Ian.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@komradkolonel
@komradkolonel Ай бұрын
I really like Jensens. I've seen some of them and they are one of my favorite, classic GT cars. They have something very unusual about them that most other GT cars from the time or even now don't have - and that's a roomy interior.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
So true
@robertharris7027
@robertharris7027 Ай бұрын
One of the last Grand Routiers. Wonderful. I would like to do a road trip with this down to Genoa, then along the coast to St.Trop and back. And not too fast, by the way... Parking the car in a shade, have a seat in front of a little coffee bar, just looking at the sea. Yep. That sounds nice.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
I’m there….
@bobcoats2708
@bobcoats2708 Ай бұрын
Unmistakable Chrysler roar on kick down with lovely British styling and trimmings. Wonderful! Though I’m sure you can watch the petrol gauge move noticeably when you have your foot in it 😂
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
So true!
@bhumiriady
@bhumiriady Ай бұрын
That is one gorgeous Jensen FF! Definitely one of my fave British classic cars of all time. Keep up the awesome work, sir!^^
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@bhumiriady
@bhumiriady Ай бұрын
@@iain_tyrrell You're welcome, sir!
@johndavey72
@johndavey72 Ай бұрын
Good evening Sir ! I'm certain l've mentioned this before but l repainted an FF in around 1990 in Cassis . The colour turned out to be Ford Aubergine , a colour used in the late 1960's early 1970's . "Your" FF looks strikingly similar to a 1960's colour , Jaguar Opalescent Light Blue. Of course l could be wrong, and l often am ! 😂 Thankyou lain . Just remembered ! Had a series 2 lnterceptor back in late '80's . It cost me the princely sum of £5000 !
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thanks. A lot of British cars used ICI paint, so more than possible
@gerritleemburg6777
@gerritleemburg6777 Ай бұрын
A very special car and it contains a restrained beauty all around.
@deltajohnny
@deltajohnny Ай бұрын
What a wonderful lesson 😍😍😍😍 Thank you very much from Spain 😉😉
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you
@mohabatkhanmalak1161
@mohabatkhanmalak1161 Ай бұрын
I first saw a Jensen Interceptor in 1974/75, this was in Dubai and the car was whizzing past on a diverging road which from my point of view seemed like an aircraft on a takeoff roll. That big engine, the weight of the car, those size tyres would give this car a sporty performance.🌴
@kosmogeorge
@kosmogeorge Ай бұрын
What an innovative and exclusive machine! Must have been fun on the road ? Very interesting video for technology nerds. Thanx
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Pleasure- thank you
@kosmogeorge
@kosmogeorge Ай бұрын
@@iain_tyrrell You are welcome. I would be interested to know how such a vehicle copes with UHP tires, a large brake system and a firm suspension. Greetings from Frankfurt am Main
@dogson5000
@dogson5000 Ай бұрын
Tyrell’s Classic workshop turns out another meticuloulsy restored car. On top of that we get Iain’s extensive knowledge and supreme wit, along with bonus celebrity gossip from back in the day! 👌🏻
@roccofortura2468
@roccofortura2468 Ай бұрын
Always loved the Jensen, great looking automobile.
@kittinsconkers
@kittinsconkers Ай бұрын
what a monster of a car!! thanks for sharing Ian
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you
@meirionwilliams-w1p
@meirionwilliams-w1p Ай бұрын
I love the sound of a v8 kickdown
@wotrulke5868
@wotrulke5868 Ай бұрын
Amazing automobile your team have done a great job on the Jenson as they do on all cars in the workshop 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you
@meltdown6165
@meltdown6165 Ай бұрын
The reason why ABS on planes is so good is that you can press the brake pedal fully as soon as you contact the ground on landing. If you have to use threshold braking, you might waste many meters of runway before you achieve optimal braking force. It also prevents flat spots on the tires and therefore increases tire life.
@shoestringfarm
@shoestringfarm Ай бұрын
Always loved those.
@djpalindrome
@djpalindrome Ай бұрын
I love winding up a long shift of work on Sunday afternoon to settle down with Ian
@TygonBC
@TygonBC Ай бұрын
The background cars being worked on, as ever, mindblowing. Almost surreal.
@Tinman3008
@Tinman3008 Ай бұрын
Don't know if anyone else noticed but this is a very very interesting car!
@clc2328
@clc2328 Ай бұрын
Prove it.
@paulnewman9275
@paulnewman9275 Ай бұрын
Probably my fav car produced in my lifespan ( so far!) ....
@isalmankhan1
@isalmankhan1 Ай бұрын
Finally get to Sir IAIN😍😍😍 So excited😍😍😍 Thanks for sharing Sir IAIN, please resume the long videos really enjoy the process & looking forward to the update on the Mercedes😍😍😍 Stay Blessed Sir IAIN🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thank you. Stay blessed too
@AxLWake
@AxLWake Ай бұрын
Incredibly cool looking car.
@smal1393
@smal1393 Ай бұрын
Another informative and educational video, thank you so much!
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@arthurdardalis
@arthurdardalis Ай бұрын
Fantastic car! Jensen’s are the business with Sophia & Jackie in this car with Agnelli, I really wish the Jensen could talk and reveal all…
@gsmith207
@gsmith207 Ай бұрын
you got me with AWD! these things are so cool. I want one so bad but I’m afraid in the states they’re pretty rare. great looking. Thanks for the upload really educational.
@iain_tyrrell
@iain_tyrrell Ай бұрын
Thanks- glad you enjoyed it!
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