Jensen is back! The brand famous for the Interceptor returns with the first officially sanctioned model in 13 years, paving the way for a new Interceptor.
Marking the rebirth of the brand, the formation of the Jensen Group is the start of the next chapter in the brand’s story, following the collapse of the car manufacturer in 2002. The man responsible for the return of Jensen and the force behind defending the trademark for almost four years is Tim Hearley.
“This represents the next chapter of Jensen and, as we look to the future, we want Jensen enthusiasts to help us celebrate as we unveil a completely new car and outline our plans for the future,” said executive chairman Hearley.
From top: The original Jensen Interceptor from the 70s; clay model of the limited-edition Jensen GT
The Jensen Group is currently working on an Interceptor 2 for 2016, which may involve collaboration with an established automotive group. For now, the Jensen GT will fill the gap between the the Interceptor of 1976 and the Interceptor 2, which will take design cues from the classic grand tourer.
Despite several companies claiming to be the spiritual home of Jensen, the GT is said to be the first new car to legitimately bear a Jensen badge since the demise of the S-V8 in 2001. This “extremely limited edition” will be built under an agreement between the Jensen Group and Jensen International Automotive (JIA), known for their modified Interceptor R models. The GT will be available exclusively through JIA.
Aren’t those tail lamps from the Jaguar F-Type?
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should’ve just stick to the original Interceptor design.
“Shall we take the Interceptor tonight darling”
Imagine you are chased down in a police hot pursuit. Then you hear on the police scanner, “INTERCEPTOR INBOUND!”. You know you are f#cked from that moment.
For me, i will be just distracted by the elegance of the car when it intercepts me, aaand i crash.
The end.
The shooting brake design should be reused or just stick on the old design with modern technology add in.
If not because of Fast & Furious Movie, I will never know about this car.
Ni zaman bila punya design…boleh jual ke
Best name for a car, ever.
Aiseh man, dont copy paste others creativity and dont watch too much topgear, ok
*Cue to Top Gear’s Interceptor Theme Song*
Now this is a proper man’s car.Had the rare chance to drive one owned by my buddy living in England.
Yes,the first original batches rusted badly and their handling will bite hard if you drive them like a fool,apart from that,it’s an awesome ride.
I just hope the new rendition of the original Interceptor will become a reality.Love these.
Cheers.