MK1 bonnet release

[Denis]

Mine is 2714 and has polished one, exactly as shown here.

[Frankoid]

Gents, I have found a supplier for the correct "Bonnet Lock" script bonnet release T handle and cable...... http://jrwadhams.co.uk/bonnet-cable.htm ... et%20cable" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[Grant]

Gents, I have found a supplier for the correct "Bonnet Lock" script bonnet release T handle and cable...... http://jrwadhams.co.uk/bonnet-cable.htm ... et%20cable" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Nice one Francis you Ole Eagle'd Eyed Git .. I have a few of the Alloy Handles in stock.. but now I want a few of these handles in stock too .. I love the spares more than the cars!! ... only so you know what to put on my Christmas List .. You little Monkey Man .. Actually that's Felix's Nick Name ... don't try and take it yourself Rock 'N' Roll Man

[Terdu]

Hi guys, sorry to bring an ancient thread back from the dead.
My car is missing the original bonnet release lever, and i've been digging through files and searching the interwebs for one. I also struggle to find any reference photo's from Jensen sources at the moment.
However, I have found that a lot of the vignale trim used were shared with other cars built by vignale at the time. As such, I think I've recognized similar parts used on the Maserati Mexico and Quattroporto of 1966/67.
Can anyone confirm that indeed the picture below is the type needed/used on the vignale mk1s?

If so, the second question is: Where would I be able to find one.. I see this thread started with a batch of 10 for sale in 2016.. surely somone must still have one on a shelf somewhere that they are willing to part with? Pretty please?

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[Grant]

I tink they are early Alfa's and Lancias Jasper..I bought 2 out of the 10 that were for sale, You can Buy my Lara (the wife) if you have enough money..but Definatley not the Bonnet Release Handles ..I'm not sure what model cars had the handles though, I'm sorry

[RockyUSA]

That style bonnet release is also used on DeTomaso Panteras.

Rocky

Here’s one, just FYI. You may be able to find something cheaper through the Pantera Parts vendors.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/223525277634

[Terdu]

Thanks guys, how much did you pay back in those days Grant? (So I know when I find a good deal.. )
https://panterapartsusa.myshopify.com/products/18106A
Found the above at 165,=, which is already 120 less then the ebay add.. so we're moving in the right direction.

[Richard Calver]

That seems to be the right latch. I don't know if they made them handed (probably not). On a LHD Jensen you see the pulling loop at the bottom and on a RHD you see it at the top.

[Terdu]

Thanks Richard. What do you mean the 'pulling loop'? I'm not following.. probably because I don't have anything correct to reference from.

[Grant]

Thanks guys, how much did you pay back in those days Grant? (So I know when I find a good deal.. )

I think they were as cheap as around £35 each Jasper, but from memory I think we bought them in from Australia, so there was shipping and import, but they were very cheap at the time I thought ..you can leave a search on ebay for items and then get an email when 1 comes up..that's what I do for things Jasper..one always comes up in the end even if it is a year later

[Terdu]

You were not wrong (again) Grant..

75pounds, and nice patina, donor vehicle some type of alfa, think its a giulia saloon.
https://www.autotreasures.co.uk/product ... er-safe-2/

[Grant]

You were not wrong (again) Grant..
75pounds, and nice patina, donor vehicle some type of alfa, think its a giulia saloon.
https://www.autotreasures.co.uk/product ... er-safe-2/

...If it was me in your shoes Jasper..I would buy that..and being the clever chap you are Jasper I would maybe make some more , if you don't want to make any..I think £75 is a fair price anyway really, you may oneday find one cheaper, but..I like to just buy these things

[Terdu]

You're right.. but I found it in EU mainland now as well. 75 euro, easier shipping and no customs/duty/tax.. so cheaper still!
Bought.. on its way to my growing parts collection.

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[Richard Calver]

>What do you mean the 'pulling loop'?

The curved end.

[Grant]

>What do you mean the 'pulling loop'?

The curved end.

They're not handed Richard