NEC

[colin7673]

Is this OK Keith?
I found this on the NEC site http://www.thenec.co.uk/whats-on/classic-motor-show/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

The White Lady Returns!

2018 marks the 80th anniversary of Jensen Motors first exhibiting at the Earls Court Motor Show. A fantastic recreation of the display will be showcased on the Jensen Owners' Club stand (1-545) with two vehicles that were at that particular show including an S-type and an H-type (the car that is regarded as the first true Jensen created by the brothers Alan and Richard).

This elegant 1935 model, known as the White Lady, was exported to Canada in 1957 and used for a few years before being stored. Having recently resurfaced it will be making its only public appearance at the show before entering a full restoration, giving you an exclusive opportunity to see this unique vehicle... warts and all.

The final vehicle on the stand will be a Jensen SP, the most powerful vehicle they ever produced. Featured at the restoration show in 2015, the car has been the subject of a full nut and bolt restoration after over 20 years literally abandoned in a barn. Be sure to pay it a visit!


PS, Does anybody know if the JOC is up for any awards this year??

[Joerg]

What should be wrong about it?

[Joerg]

BTW: The White Lady will come into the NEC under it’s own power. We made the good old car driveable again - but as all prewar Jensen the brakes are very poor.

[Keith]

A fantastic recreation of the display

I can't wait to see that! A lot of work but it will be worth it! Big "Jensen" sign above the stand as well?

[johnw]

BTW: The White Lady will come into the NEC under it’s own power. We made the good old car driveable again - but as all prewar Jensen the brakes are very poor.

Wow this is going to be amazing! Would be good to see some dash cam footage from in the car, get someone to video you driving on the ferry, etc. I guess the brake linings are asbestos! I have heard from other (non Jensen) pre war car owners that new brake shoes can take ages to bed in so the recommendation is not to change them unless they are worn out. Maybe these have not bedded in yet? They could have very few miles on them even if they are 50 years old. Anyway, safe journey!

[Joerg]

Hey guy´s keep calm.
The tires are about 70 years old and there nearly is no brake.
The engine is running smoothly and the gearbox works fine.
So I will drive it from the trailer into the exibition hall - more is not possible at present.

Joerg

[Jens]

Max speed 5 mph and only with the anchor on board!

[colin7673]

Does anybody know if the JOC is up for any awards this year??