John Targett's 1975 Jensen Interceptor III Convertible
as published in British V8 Newsletter, Volume XV Issue 2, September 2007
As photographed at British V8 2007, in Willoughby OH
Owner: John Targett
City: Akron, OH
Model: 1975 Jensen Interceptor III
Engine: Chrysler 440cid V8 (stock)
Note: Jensen Interceptors were produced from 1966 through 1976 (when Jensen Motors went into
receivership). All Jensen Interceptors featured Chrysler V8 engines, originally at 383cid
displacement and later at 440cid. Their steel bodies were mounted on a tubular chassis. The
convertible version of the Jensen Interceptor wasn't introduced until March 1974, but it is
now considered the most desireable variant. Only 507 convertibles were manufactured between
mid 1974 and early 1976, and they all received the 440cid Chrysler big block engine. The engine
is mated to a Chrysler TorqueFlite three speed automatic transmission and a Dana axle with
Powr-Lok limited slip differential (and 3.07:1 gear ratio.) Four wheel Girling disc brakes
provide quick stops.
