$7,600
Chicago, Illinois
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Posted Over 1 Month
Intro: For your consideration is this nice condition and complete 1974 Jensen Healey that has traveled 63,000 miles. It runs and drives very nicely and is ready to be enjoyed as it is. This is a great example for someone wanting an example to drive quite a bit. It still retains its proper, strong running Lotus 907 engine mated to the original manual transmission. The finish is believed to be the original color and is presentable as is the interior. These vehicles are an excellent value right now compared to other British classics. The all-aluminum, dual overhead cam, 145 horsepower, exotic Lotus engine is a delight, quite bulletproof, and has more horsepower than many of its competitors. Please view the 7 minute video, 190 pictures, and the rest of the description to get a clear idea of the condition of this Jensen Healey. Video: A 7 minute long high definition video is provided to better show the condition of this ’74 Jensen Healey. The video footage was taken in April of 2015. To view the video please click play below or copy and paste the link. Get your own valid XHTML YouTube embed code https://youtu.be/mEqlkUc0aUEThere are a few different sections to the clip: 1.) The first exterior-walk around shows the straightness of the body, quality of reflections in the finish, and the condition of the finish. 2.) The interior clips shows the very nice condition of the interior as well as how easily and nicely the doors open and close. 3.) The driving clips show that this Jensen Healey runs and drives very nicely. Absolutely no grinding at all with the trans. The engine runs great. The exhaust sounds good. Also note the reflections in the finish. Images: 190 high resolution images of this ’74 Healey are hosted via PhotoBucket. The photos were taken in April of 2105. All of the pictures can be seen by either clicking the slide show below, clicking any of the sample images below, or copying and pasting the web address: http://s1074.photobucket.com/user/OldSkoolFool83/library/Blue%20Jensen%20Healey Images include exterior condition, close ups, interior, engine bay, underbody, and etc. Please look through all of the images. To view an even higher resolution version of an image on Photo Bucket, click “Download” under “Media Options” on the right hand side of the screen. Exterior: The finish on this Jensen Healey overall is presentable. It received a repaint at some point of its existence in what must be the original blue color. The color is very attractive and fits the personality of the car. The re-finishing must have been professionally done as it is quite smooth, has good reflection, is the same shade on all of the panels, and lack amateur type issues like runs and overspray. For whatever reason, the passenger side’s finish looks absolutely beautiful with limited wear and the driver side shows some more nicks and wear, which might have been due to how the car was parked or stored. Other aging includes a couple contained/limited spots of “crazing” which are very shallow-not-through-the paint stretching and contracting marks. There are just a couple of these areas, the most significant ones are pictured, and they are about the diameter of a softball. Pictured is a spot on the hood and one on the trunk. This IS NOT occurring over the whole car, again there are just a couple limited spots. The finish would be considered more of a driver quality but is definitely presentable enough to take this vehicle to British car shows and club events, and presentable enough to still admire this vehicle. This shade of blue looks very nice and the panels still do have a nice reflection too them. Note the photos with the book next to the car showing the reflections and also the video clips show the reflection well. The body on this Jensen Healey is quite straight. The gaps are where they should be and when kneeling down and looking down the sides of the car, it is very straight, not wavy. There is no evidence I can find of accidents. The body is presentable and should stay this way for quite some time. The most important chassis areas are solid, like suspension mounting points. There are a few areas that exhibit rust repair. While the passenger floor looks to be original and overall pretty solid, parts of the driver side floor pan have been replaced. Other rust repair work looks to include the driver rocker and I cannot tell if the passenger rocker has been repaired as well. I am not quite sure why there are like screw holes in the bottom lip of the rocker. At the front corner of the driver door jamb and back corner there are some minor cracks in the finish. Luckily though, the rockers, door jambs, and other areas, do not have big rust blisters, bubbles, or holes. Right now, it just looks like some prior body work is starting to show some aging. It looks like it will at least stay this good for quite some time to come and it does not distract from the presentation of the car. The doors open and close nicely and easily. The trunk floor is great. The engine bay is overall nice, very complete, and in original spec. The bumpers, trim, lenses, badges, and etc. are present and are presentable. The convertible top is very nice without rips or cuts and the plastic window is very clear and in great shape as well. This is a very complete vehicle and as it sits it is presentable. Again, this would make a great driver for someone. Interior: The interior on this Jensen Healey is in nice condition and in original spec. The interior presents how it should for a vehicle that has been well taken care of and traveled only 63,000 miles. There would be nothing that would be considered excessive or distracting wear, just typical use is shown. There are some minor scuffs on the bottom of the driver door panel and a tiny bit of rubbing wear on the driver seat bolster but again, not bad at all. The most significant spot of wear is one typical, but yet small, hairline crack in the dash about an inch long and is pictured. The dash though for the age is great and does not exhibit significant shrinkage like I have seen on others. The passenger side door panel has a couple minor splits towards the top of it. The carpet is good throughout but the floor mats could use a minor cleaning. The seats are comfortable and are in great condition front and back. The gauges look fine. The steering wheel is good. The center console is very nice. The top cover is in nice shape. An aftermarket tape deck is installed but the original is included with the car. This is an interior that could be enjoyed as it currently is and aids in the presentation of this vehicle. Mechanical: The most important mechanical aspects of this Jensen Healey are in very good condition, allowing this vehicle to be driven and enjoyed. This Jensen starts up nicely. The Lotus engine runs nice and smooth and idles on its own without throttle modulation. It does not blow smoke out the back. It keeps a proper temperature. It does not spit, back fire, feel low on power, or any other goofiness. It sounds very healthy and goes through the RPM range as it should. These engines are great and like to be revved. It is a typical British car with typical minor amounts of fluids working their way out but nothing significant or needing to be addressed. The exhaust is overall quiet and in nice condition. The clutch feels great and operates without issue. The transmission shifts very nicely and is the 4 speed unit. Absolutely no grinding, no popping out of gear, no funny business. The differential does not exhibit any issues. The brakes operate as they should. The suspension seems fine. The rack and pinion steering feels good. The tires are older but are matching and have much tread left. The passenger rear has a slow leak, which is really the main thing mechanically to address, which in the grand scheme of classic automobiles, is pretty insignificant! The gauges work, headlights, brake lights, turn signals, and etc. also work. Again, this vehicle would make a great driver and should only need regular maintenance for years to come! Conclusion: The Lotus 907 engine is a treat. Other British classics of the same era like the TR6 (100 horsepower) and the MGB (85 horsepower) currently cost thousands more in similar condition, are much more numerous, AND offer a less sporting drive compared to the 145 horsepower Lotus engined Jensen. The 900 series Lotus engine is actually quite reliable and solid. The Lotus 900 engine was around from 1972 to the mid 1990’s ending with the 4 cylinder Esprit Turbo. Parts are still available for these cars and engines (ex: http://www.jhps.com/), including performance upgrades even. Austin Healey/Jensen Healey Club and online forum support is out there for these cars as well. This Jensen Healey is a very complete and well sorted vehicle for the owner that is looking for a presentable classic drive around. This example should only need regular maintenance for the foreseeable future. Enjoy this Jensen Healey as it is. Due to this being a very complete and overall presentable example, we have tried to set asking price fairly at $7,600. Serious buyers are welcome to contact me with any questions or set up a viewing. Preferred calls are between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM central time. This vehicle has a clean title. 262-391-1069 This vehicle is located in Chicago, IL 60613. Motor-Vated.com (MotorVated LLC) is assisting the owner in the listing of this vehicle and owns the copyright of this description, images, and video. The owner is a collector that is downsizing his collection. He is also selling a 1968 Land Rover and a 1983 Fiat Spider, both of which I have pictures and video of. This is a serious auction so please treat it as such. This is a true Ebay ad. The car will be sold through Ebay, and only Ebay, with proper procedures and reduced risk for both buyer and seller. If you put in an offer, I may ask to speak with you via phone to confirm it is a serious offer. Putting in an offer or accepting an offer is committing to a contract to purchase this vehicle and the following terms. Buyers with "0" feedback will not be allowed to bid prior to speaking with me via phone. I have attempted to describe this vehicle very fairly but it is the buyer’s responsibility to determine their opinion of the vehicle’s condition prior to submitting an offer. It is recommended possible buyers inspect the vehicle in person prior to bidding but extensive details and pictures have been provided as I understand in person inspection is not always possible. If a professional pre-purchase inspection is wanted, it must be completed prior to committing to buying through putting in an offer. Winning bidder must deposit a non-refundable $1000 down payment within 48 hours of auction close via Paypal. Remaining funds must be received no later than two weeks from auction end. Negative feedback will be given to non-paying buyers and a case via Ebay will be opened. Vehicle must be picked up from Chicago, IL no later than two weeks from auction end. $15 per day fee for extended storage. Vehicle will not leave nor title signed off until all funds have been received/verified. Wire transfer, bank check, or cashier’s check accepted. Once auction is over, the vehicle will be kept in appropriate general care by the owner. Buyer is responsible for insurance once auction has ended. No warranty is expressed or implied. Vehicle is sold as is. Transportation of the vehicle is the buyer's responsibility. If special circumstances are needed for anything, including time, please contact us. Thank you for reading through and surviving this lengthy ad!
Trim Base Convertible 2 Door
