Building the Worlds Fastest Jensen

[SMaley]

I have just read the article in the latest Jensen Owners Club Journal about the record attempt at the fastest Jensen. I am extremely confused. Owning two SV8’s and knowing the history of these machines I thought it was undisputed that these Jensens are likely to remain the fastest. The claimed top speed is 164mph but records show one was tested and exceeded 180mph ! Can someone help me out on this one. Thanks.

[Keith]

but records show one was tested and exceeded 180mph ! Can someone help me out on this one. Thanks.

Are you referring to an S-V8? Who tested it?

[SMaley]

Paul Ffoulkes Halbard of the Filching Manor collection in conjunction with ‘Hot Cars’ back in about 2006.
I know there are probably restomod Interceptors faster but for a bog standard factory Jensen must go to the SV8

[Martin R]

Regardless, if the C-V8 that Ian is working on hits the magical 200mph, it will officially be "The World's Fastest Jensen".
I wish Ian every success with his attempt(s).

[johnw]

I think you can rule out the Restomod Interceptors. The aero wouldn't be stable at 180. An FF on the other hand...

[SMaley]

I agree, if they hit 200mph, all respect to them. 170mph however is a way short and less than an existing car which is why I was surprised at the articles headline. I also wish them every success.