Based on Austin running gear, Jensen 541R was nevertheless an avant-garde design. Constructed around an immensely strong, tubular-framed chassis featuring independent coil and wishbone front suspension, a leaf-sprung hypoid bevel rear axle, cam and roller steering and Girling hydraulic brakes, the model’s cutting edge fiberglass bodywork was penned by Eric Neale. The luxury sports coupe was powered by a 3993cc OHV straight-six allied to four-speed manual transmission. Widely acknowledged as one of the best looking 1950s British GT cars, the Jensen 541 has become increasingly sought after in recent years. It apparently benefits from various sympathetic upgrades including a high-speed fuel pump, immobiliser, ‘Nardi’ steering wheel, electronic ignition and double twelve volt batteries.
