541 s at Bonhams auction 179 3197
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Re: 541 s at Bonhams auction 179 3197
Not an S!
Felix Kistler
C-V8 112/2454, 541DL 2223849
JOC 9465
Secretary/VP JCC Jensen Car Club of Switzerland
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C-V8 112/2454, 541DL 2223849
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Re: 541 s at Bonhams auction 179 3197
That's a relief, that it has been changed. Fairly recently it was carrying that number, which was identical to the registration of Phil Spencer's 541.Its original registration number is also noted as UVR 541.
"Now that chassis number is particularly interesting ‘cos it’s the one after the one before, which is the one after mine, not many people know that"
Stephen, Epping, Essex
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Re: 541 s at Bonhams auction 179 3197
Even within the description it varies from 541S to 541R. It also claims that there was the option of a 5 litre V8. Plus, it claims it had " lightweight construction", whereas it was heavier than an XK120 and about the same weight as an Aston DB3. Of course, the 541 was designed to be lighter than its predecessors, the 4-litre Interceptor and the PW, but it was no featherweight.
"Now that chassis number is particularly interesting ‘cos it’s the one after the one before, which is the one after mine, not many people know that"
Stephen, Epping, Essex
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Re: 541 s at Bonhams auction 179 3197
From notes I made when on sale in 2016:
The vehicle has been part of our family since 1982. Originally the vehicle was shipped from UK to Rhodesia by the original owner and then later to South Africa. We have various old receipts relating to service history and importation into South Africa. Original parts have been retained as much as possible.
"Now that chassis number is particularly interesting ‘cos it’s the one after the one before, which is the one after mine, not many people know that"
Stephen, Epping, Essex
Stephen, Epping, Essex
Re: 541 s at Bonhams auction 179 3197
Front of the bonnet looks a bit strange to me, although it could just be photo angle ? Can't say I like the interior trim/dashboard. Otherwise looks reasonable original.
Mike.
Mike.
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aka The Ozard of Wix.
Has owned:
Jensen PWA 10 2538 LGX 774 1950
Jensen 541 PWX 164 chassis no. 22/5206
541 alloy bodied prototype.
several other 541's
Indian 101Scout
JOC member number 2
Len Jackson was number 1
aka The Ozard of Wix.
Has owned:
Jensen PWA 10 2538 LGX 774 1950
Jensen 541 PWX 164 chassis no. 22/5206
541 alloy bodied prototype.
several other 541's
Indian 101Scout
JOC member number 2
Len Jackson was number 1
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It lacks the front flap circle and chrome strips, and the front indicators are the wrong shape.
The sidelights sit in a chrome recess - this is unusual, but not unique. Does anyone know anything about the originality of this feature, and whether it was an optional extra?
"Now that chassis number is particularly interesting ‘cos it’s the one after the one before, which is the one after mine, not many people know that"
Stephen, Epping, Essex
Stephen, Epping, Essex
Re: 541 s at Bonhams auction 179 3197
As per the silver one which is for sale it looks okay but the engine bay needs a ton of work and is missing a few parts, Crome trim ect, petrol cap is wrong to me and only one exhaust pipe? . Like the other 541 for sale it will make a nice original car once the few issues have been sorted out..
Hope it sells to someone who will drive it and improve it..let’s see what both sell for,
Cheers
Hope it sells to someone who will drive it and improve it..let’s see what both sell for,
Cheers
Alistair Thomas
Lancashire
541R
4386002
Lancashire
541R
4386002
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Re: 541 s at Bonhams auction 179 3197
sold £15,750 inc premium
Re: 541 s at Bonhams auction 179 3197
I think someone got a very good deal there despite the (valid) criticism!
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Re: 541 s at Bonhams auction 179 3197
This car has been transported to France and is now advertised for 55000 euros!
Dave Turnage
Colchester
JOC 8674
JOC 541 Registrar
541S, 100/1061
541R, 6002/387 (now in lots of pieces!)
Alvis speed 25 DHC
Colchester
JOC 8674
JOC 541 Registrar
541S, 100/1061
541R, 6002/387 (now in lots of pieces!)
Alvis speed 25 DHC