1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
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1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
I'm having to make the tough decision to let go of my dad's Jensen Healey. He passed away in 1999 and left the car to me. It was running in 1999 but had some issues working consistently (fuel cap was broken and the engine need some minor work). The car was garaged for nearly all of the last 18 years but unfortunately the last garage had a leak in the roof which has meant the car chassis has rusted badly. I recently got a mechanic to inspect the car and he has informed me the structural work is significant. The cost is more than I can afford and definitely more than the restored car would be worth. For that reason I'm going to have to get rid of the car despite it's sentimental value.
I'd prefer not to scrap the car and am hoping someone on here might be interested in taking it on as a project. The mechanic told me that quite a few parts of the car are salvageable so even if someone can't rebuild it - hopefully they can make use of the best parts. The interior was largely replaced in 1999 and is apparently in alright condition - just needs a clean.
I'm asking for £350 to cover the cost of the mechanic towing the car and completing the inspection. Pictures of the car below - it's currently at a garage in Taunton. If you are interested in taking the car please let me know and I will contact the mechanic? I believe he can also deliver to anywhere within 2 hours drive of Taunton for £150. Thanks, Tobin.
I'd prefer not to scrap the car and am hoping someone on here might be interested in taking it on as a project. The mechanic told me that quite a few parts of the car are salvageable so even if someone can't rebuild it - hopefully they can make use of the best parts. The interior was largely replaced in 1999 and is apparently in alright condition - just needs a clean.
I'm asking for £350 to cover the cost of the mechanic towing the car and completing the inspection. Pictures of the car below - it's currently at a garage in Taunton. If you are interested in taking the car please let me know and I will contact the mechanic? I believe he can also deliver to anywhere within 2 hours drive of Taunton for £150. Thanks, Tobin.
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Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
Outside and inside look pretty reasonable to me. I am sure it is worth a lot more than the 350 you are asking.
Put it on Ebay as a genuine "barn find"
Put it on Ebay as a genuine "barn find"
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Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
I would totally agree with Dion. It's worth more than that.
Frankly, I'd buy it myself at that price.....which given Ive too many old cars, limited cash, no space and decreasing time tells you something.
Stuart
Frankly, I'd buy it myself at that price.....which given Ive too many old cars, limited cash, no space and decreasing time tells you something.
Stuart
Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
it looks far better than the one i am restoring and i paid £1500
If you end up breaking for bits I could give you a long list of bits i need.
but the other guys are right, on ebay as a barn find
Good luck
Chris
If you end up breaking for bits I could give you a long list of bits i need.
but the other guys are right, on ebay as a barn find
Good luck
Chris
Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
Definately worth much more than £350. Looks in better condition than quite a few I've seen advertised for significantly more money.
Phil
Phil
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Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
I am only 20 miles or so away and could be interested, is it still for sale?
Tim Hatcher
North Devon
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MGBs various states
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AC 3000me
MGBs various states
Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
I too have a long list of parts I need if you choose to break it thus breathing life into many projects.....interior, bumpers, chrome trim, windscreen..the list goes on.
Phil
Phil
Restoring '74 Healey
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E type project awaitng Jensens completion
Esprit S1 finished
E type project awaitng Jensens completion
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Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
Thanks for all the advice guys. A couple of members have asked to view the car. I'll keep you posted on what they decide to do. If I can find anyone that might be able to get the car roadworthy for close to £10k I'll happily restore it. The next best option would be to sell it to a member looking to restore it themselves.
If none of those are possible I'll let members know where they are pick up parts for their own projects. Thanks, Tobin.
If none of those are possible I'll let members know where they are pick up parts for their own projects. Thanks, Tobin.
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Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
Sent you a PM.
Is this still available?
Cheers
Will
Is this still available?
Cheers
Will
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Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
Thanks for following up Will, sorry but the car is no longer available. I forgot to update this post - I found a member in Devon that is helping me restore the Jensen. I'll post some picture updates on here when I have them. Thanks, Tobin.
Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
Hey, when your's is fixed up (& mine) we will have to park them next to each other, my reg no. is just 9 on from yours!
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Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
How is the restoration going?
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Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for sale or scrap parts £350
Good! Thanks for checking in Will and Miri.
I went to see the car in Devon last month and the mechanic has made good progress on the chassis and sills. There was a lot of stripping and welding required! Some snaps attached.
The engine has gone to be rebuilt. Thankfully a lot of the parts look like they will be usable. Next up - sandblasting and patching of the chassis. Then it will sprayed and the fun stuff can start.
I'll post some more pics soon. Thanks! Tobin.
I went to see the car in Devon last month and the mechanic has made good progress on the chassis and sills. There was a lot of stripping and welding required! Some snaps attached.
The engine has gone to be rebuilt. Thankfully a lot of the parts look like they will be usable. Next up - sandblasting and patching of the chassis. Then it will sprayed and the fun stuff can start.
I'll post some more pics soon. Thanks! Tobin.
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Re: 1975 Jensen Healey for restoration
Good for you Tobin
Great to see a car being put back on the road rather than busted up for parts.
Great to see a car being put back on the road rather than busted up for parts.
Chris L
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GT 30305
Perth, Australia
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GT 30305
Perth, Australia