Not Sold | 1969 Jensen FF Series 1

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Not Sold (Est: £70,000 - £90,000)

1969 Jensen FF Series 1

United Kingdom • 24 Aug 2024

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1969 Jensen FF is a rare piece of automotive history, notable for its pioneering four-wheel drive and ABS. It features a Chrysler 6.3-litre V8 engine, a Royal Flag Blue exterior (originally white), and a well-documented history, including invoices for over £40,000 in maintenance and restoration.

Condition

6

While described as an older restoration that 'still presents beautifully,' the car has had multiple owners and long-term storage. The extensive history file and maintenance by marque experts suggest good care, but the older restoration implies some wear and potential need for reconditioning to achieve a higher rating.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

119 165

Odometer:

71,000 miles

Reg Number:

MMA 40H

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Introduced in 1966, the Jensen FF was the first non all-terrain production vehicle to feature both four-wheel drive and an anti-lock braking system (ABS).

Prior to this, the Dunlop Maxaret mechanical ABS was utilised solely on aircraft, lorries, and racing cars.

Recognising the competitive edge ABS provided to racing cars, Jensen decided it was essential to incorporate this technology into road vehicles.

Named the FF for its pioneering four-wheel drive system (FF stands for Ferguson Formula, developed at Ferguson Research Limited), the vehicle is powered by a formidable Chrysler 6.3-litre V8 engine, generating around 330bhp fed through the TorqueFlite automatic transmission.

This powerful engine ensures that the car's performance matches its impressive appearance.

MMA 40H, Chassis number #119 165, is one of just 195 Series 1 cars produced (Chassis prefix 119) and was delivered to its first owner during the summer of 1969.

It was to remain in that ownership for over 30 years, alt...