Jensen CV8 Mk III
Overview
| Produced: |
1965-1966, 181 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe, 2 doors, 4 seats
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The Jensen CV8, famous for its controversial slant-eyed styling, was one of the fastest-accelerating four-seater cars of the 1960s. Using Chrysler's 5916cc 305bhp V8 (with Torqufilte three-speed automatic transmission), it easily undercut all the big gun opposition on price, and could reach 120mph (192km/h) from rest in less than half a minute. Although following established Jensen concepts - steel pressings and a box section to carry the suspension - the CV8's chassis was new and , like many high-class British manufacturers, Jensen went about plundering the parts bins of lowly mass-market firms for brakes and suspension.
Source: Motorbase
The model was progressively improved over four years of production. The last and best-looking of the line was the MkIII of 1965, with its lower scuttle, equalsize lights and lack of chrome around the headlight apertures.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6276cc | V8 OHV | Chrysler V8 OHV |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 131mph | 8.4s | 13mpg |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Disc |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | Track | Length | Width | Weight (CWT) |
Turning Circle | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Rear | |||||
| 8' 9" | 4' 9" | 4' 9" | 15' 3.25" | 5' 8" | ||
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Valuation
| Poor | Average | Excellent | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| £4000 | £8000 | £15000 | 26-Oct-06 |
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