1974 Jensen Interceptor - Jay Leno's Garage

Taking a cross country road trip of a lifetime, Mark Halliday stops by the garage to show Jay his gorgeous 1974 Jensen Interceptor.

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[chrishoeft]

I was a typical broke USAF Staff Sgt stationed in the UK in the mid 70's who by chance teamed up with another Staff Sgt who came from a very rich family and was doing a bit of "slumming" with us. He bought one of these Jensen Interceptors just for something to drive. We made many a pleasant road trip from RAF Alconbury to London in it and I will never forget the experience. I just happened to stumble onto this episode late one night. Thanks Jay!

[micko]

Without doubt, bar none, no argument, thee coolest name for any car ever, period.

[doogaltube]

As a kid growing up in England in the 70’s these were off the scale exotic!

[normturner]

I used to sell these in the 70”s...just put them behind the wheel..turn up the eight track player and cruise through the hills...instant sell. Love it....and you should see it as a convertible....wow

[joeessid]

An all-time personal favorite. The 440 has long been one of my favorite mills, but when wrapped in this sheet metal...put me in the “lust” camp for an Interceptor.

[YasumotoUS]

That was one of the most genuine and comfortable dialogues yet between Jay and an owner. Also, I love the family inputs with the restoration of this car. It doesn't get more honest. Neat episode.

[lambdalambdalambda]

This is amazing especially when you realize this isn't scripted and is an off the cuff conversation. And Jay is actually listening to his guests. These interviews go really well when the owner actually holds the convo up.

[sensibleb]

This guy was one of the most chill, likable guests I've seen on this channel. And I love the Interceptor. Really enjoyed this video a lot.

[shmujew]

That shirt hes wearing is hypnotizing me

[RobPudWilliams]

They were made in West Bromwich - I used to see them being roadtested when I was a young man.

[mikecrowe]

It’s noteworthy that there is a lot of love for this car out there judging by the comments👍

[rg.]

the owner is very likable, could listen to him and Jay talking for hours

[Blech]

Jay's shirt takes you back in time. That guy's shirts bends time itself.

[mikebeer]

Probably the greatest name a car has ever had

[christopherward]

It still manages to be beautiful. The lines, angles, curves and sweeps. The car is just beyond criticism for looks.

[reekashade]

Always thought this should have been a Bond car...as a kid growing up in the UK, it always turned my head...still love the look!

[bradlefton]

One of the truly cool cars of all time. My cousin had one in London. In 1972 we were visiting from the states for another cousin's wedding there. A bunch of us crammed into the Jensen for the bachelor party that went until the early morning hours. As the youngest (17) I was crammed in the trunk under the bubble window as we careened around London from bar to bar and club to club. It was one of the best nights of my life, and the Interceptor played a significant role.

[jeremycondon]

I always have a strong urge to take a drive every time I watch one of Jay's videos, regardless of the car or bike he features. He's a true gearhead! Right on!

[edj]

I remember back in 1974, because of the "oil shortage" the gov came out with a list of cars and their proposed m.p.g. (miles per gallon). The Jensen Interceptor had the honor of having the worst rating. I believe it was about 5 mpg. Of course, it instantly became one of my favorite cars.

[junkman]

This Jensen is one of the best cars who had ever shown here! Thank you, gentlemen!