1927 Ford Model T - Jay Leno's Garage

After driving it across four states from Portland, Oregon, Clayton Paddison stops by the garage to show Jay how he hot-rodded his 1927 Ford Model T on a budget.
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[@jaimepowell5033]

The joy Jay & Clayton show in each other's company and this old car is what being a true car guy is what life is all about. Clayton's involving his boys in the car reminds me of my dad and me doing the yearly tear down on his pumped up '53 V8 flatty coupe. 1953 Ford Customline. Dechromed. Grey. (You could call it battleship grey. He worked for a pipeline company and used leftover paint from a project.) 1BA flathead block with Offie heads, Edelbrock twin carb intake manifold with 2 Strombergs, and Fenton cast iron headers with cut-outs fed into a 4 speed manual. The steering wheel had Lincoln markings on it. (It was a big wheel, a knuckle banger, no power steering.) He was always looking for ways to take a few more ounces off that car. Fast? Oh hell yes! For it's time.

[@michaelweston2285]

that door story is probably the best car story i've ever heard. incredible

[@nuthineatholl6434]

Reminded me of aviator Richard Bach's amazing finding-just-the-incredibly-rare-part-needed repair story about when he was barnstorming in a quite rare 1920s biplane in the American Midwest in the1960s: www.67notout.com/2010/12/richard-bach-biplane-coincidence.html Cheers.

[@commodoresixfour7478]

How about finding your deceased Grandfathers Model "T" Club of America membership card inside of a T Manual while buying a "T" for your Grandfather in law? That happened to my brother. He must have meet the previous owner at one time.

[@brianmelody8930]

Definitely supernatural activity of some sort going on there. Amazing.

[@radioguy1620]

back in the 80's I was fixing up a 67 Mustang and at the junkyard I found a doorlock that fit my door key, the odds are , who knows how high.

[@badapple65]

radioguy1620 Very Cool!

[@RichardBrown-xe8zm]

This is my all-time favorite J.L. Video. Great to see how much he enjoyed this experience and respected the builder.

[@Nvt13]

5yrs later & I'm still coming here rewatching it.

[@MacroMark1]

I'm not even a car guy, but I probably have watched more Jay Leno's Garage than Tonight show. Saw Jay in person once, great comedian, but you can see this is his real passion.

[@jayebyrd00]

What I like about this kid is he didn't act like a star struck fan. He talked to Jay, and Jay talked to him like a couple of gear heads about a car project.

[@alexcorona]

jayebyrd00 he's 32, not a kid lol

[@mediocreman6323]

Of course, man, they _are_ a couple of gear heads talking about a car project :-D

[@avman2cl]

That's what it's all about.

[@Ritalie]

I was gonna say, where does Jay find these ultra intelligent guys with so much personality and charisma. Wow! This guy could have hosted his own car channel.

[@ridermak4111]

Best conversation of all the episodes !!! Coolest young guest ever. 🤜🤛

[@nelsonoliva2119]

Here I am again, prob my 5th time. Each time I have a smile on my face the whole time. It is so nice to see Jay just listening intently and genuinely to Clayton, and also to see the admiration in Claytons eyes when Jay talks. What a blend of car generations. I wish Jay would have him back. Thank you for this. Cheers

[@juliap9277]

He had him back on his TV show in the episode “hard work pays off”

[@nelsonoliva2119]

@@juliap9277 hmmn tks ill have to see where i can find that ill google it

[@nelsonoliva2119]

@@juliap9277 thanks Julia I just paid the 1.99 , was looking forward to seeing Clayton again. Cheers

[@tiagopadua]

I personally find these old cars videos much more interesting than the crazy fast new ones.

[@71nortcomm]

Tiago de Pádua same here. I could actually own this, unlike a Ferrari or a Lamborghini.

[@davidgutierrez8297]

Yeah me too. All the new fast car's videos talk about is carbon this, aerodynamics that, efficiency, speed, yadda yadda yadda. These old cars have history.

[@amyerazmus9075]

same tthing classic / first American cars rule keep collecting

[@CheapSushi]

These cars and owners together just have way more personality and character..

[@idontknowanythingaboutcars896]

i recommend the race of gentlemen for you then

[@kenhanson4015]

Thanks Jay, your best video. I'd like to tell my Model T story about my dad. I've had a 27 coupe for about 15 years, and when my dad was in his 80's, I would take him to the grocery store in the T. Got a lot of attention, especially from older people who knew what it is. His dad had a T when he was young, and sold it to get a new 37 GM truck with a granny 4 speed. He would take off in 2nd (first was a compound low gear that wasn't used much), and shift from 2nd to 4th., He said he never ever saw his dad use 3rd gear. After riding around in my Model T with the 2 speed planetary transmission, it dawned on him why his dad never used 3rd gear in the truck. He was used to having two gears and didn't see the need for anything else. My dad was born in March 1927, about the time my car was made, and was 10 years old when his dad sold the Model T to get a new truck. After seventy something years, he finally understood why his dad did what he did. I lost my dad October 2014 at 87, but that's OK because I will see him again someday along with my mom I lost when I was 9. What a reunion that will be, but in the meantime, if you see a forest green coupe tooling around Amarillo Texas, that'll be me.

[@mdhj67]

This might be my favorite JLG episode.

[@norbertertel2989]

Clayton sure knows his stuff. The communication between Clayton and Jay made this episode one of the best I have viewed!!

[@Hot80s]

they did indeed gel well

[@taino1975]

They should pair up and and be a consultant for "random" "complications"

[@TheWayneman01]

Clayton's knowledge far exceeds his age.

[@LawrenceTennant-h3r]

October 30th One word, awesome.

[@carlestler]

I think it is Jay’s best episode too!

[@stwhite5135]

One of the top 3 videos of Jay's garage. I love to see these young men with old souls. Clayton's children are very blessed to have such a father. Thank you Jay.

[@walterpalmer2749]

I love the composure, maturity, and knowledge this kid has. Clone him about 200 million times and this country may have a chance.

[@tavsultra9458]

if only

[@aumenarys]

"This kid" must be in his thirties haha :D

[@bneyens]

He has a 15 year old. He is probably pushing 40

[@writerconsidered]

Bob Marley I'll be pushing daisies soon enough, he's a kid.

[@JuliaIngolfsdottir]

+Bob Marley He's 32, they are his step babies 😉 But he's been a car expert since age 3.

[@silver1407]

Usually the guests make or break these shows for me, this has to be the best guest I've seen in Jay's garage.

[@jaywest4102]

Surprised Jay hasn’t had this guest back with his wife’s build. This was one of the best episodes.

[@juliap9277]

jay west Thank you kindly! Jay had him back on the TV show, this season in the episode “hard work pays off” featuring a 1927 Buick Master 6 he restored.

[@ashurgeorge4604]

The screen chemistry between those was contagious. I could watch them drive all the way across america and it'd never get old.

[@TBullCajunbreadmaker]

This episode just re-inforced my opinion of Jay Leno. I think Jay is truly an average Joe that just happens to have a lot more money to do things than I do. That doesn't take away anything from Jay. I love Jay Leno and the fact that he has a passion that we all share. He wants to share with us the things he has been blessed with. You can't ask anybody to do more than he does for us. He is a good guy and we need more good guys in the world.

[@mdpbl]

Agree.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

yup. would love to meet the guy, he makes some cool videos, always seems nice

[@markmccauley7597]

+1 Jay is awesome! Glad to have youTube so I can spend time with him again LOL

[@philclarke7712]

Hmmmm, what would Conan say?

[@steelyspielbergo]

Conan would cry, as usual

[@antalsolyom]

This is really a good example of commitment and genuine mindful thinking of having fun on a budget. Great job. And the door story makes even more lovable.

[@robertvandalsem94]

Better than just about every car I've ever seen brought to the show. Definitely in the top 5 of all time.

[@workingguy-OU812]

1.5 years later, I believe this is still my favorite Jay Leno Garage episode.

[@Ritalie]

The guest here is probably the smartest guest that Jay has ever had on. He knows just about every fact and figure about the Model T and the history.

[@lena19191]

Yes it’s the best chat about cars with 2 knowledgable guys

[@DAquingil]

Mine too. When I bought my property I found an old brass air pump, some rusty wrenches, car jack, and oogah horn. I didn’t realize they were all related till I bought my ‘26 Model T, and found that they were the Model T tool kit.

[@duane4972]

4 years later, I've watched it 3 or 4 times, still about the best video of a true hot rod and hot rodder.

[@workingguy-OU812]

@@duane4972 lol, you have me watching the entire episode again. Thanks for the reminder, Duane!

[@gregcollins3404]

in 100 years, Jay will be more famous for his garage than for the tonight show....

[@mikecernovich5593]

Greg Collins Hollywood is pure degenerate trash that has no place in a grown man's life

[@GoatDust]

Mike Cernovich that's correct

[@alexcorona]

Greg Collins in 100 years? It's already more famous.

[@scottgolden2766]

If in a 100 years the Enviroweenies has us back on horseback, Jay Leno will be King because of all the working steam engines he has that work and more knowledge of them than any one else

[@ikigai47]

to gearheads maybe

[@DeerHunter308]

Yup I vote for more of these types of budget builder episodes. The exotic cars are cool too, but more of this type of video is my preference.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

You really need to coke check us out then. Exactly what you are looking for

[@michaelhanson2848]

Yep!! Very cool. That front end conversion was a good idea. It tracked very straight

[@zyllofmitain]

Amen! This and the 1964 Honda S600 Hot Rod are my two favorite Jay Leno Garage videos. ...well, that is unless you could bring back the old video from the archives of the early 20's green W.O. Bentley with the round tail. The audio of starting it up and hearing the overrun while driving was the best.

[@FrequencyOfThought]

Cars people can actually relate too agreed

[@sirparzival9372]

Yeah and they owner did a great job presenting the car and being entertaining

[@LinuxGalore]

it's not about what it looks like or how fast it goes but how much fun you have owning and driving it.

[@christophercottrell8227]

That young man is one smart cookie. Leno is such a wealth of knowledge, he seems to gravitate to people that may be able to teach him something too. I bet DO teaches Leno things all the time, and of course, visa-versa.

[@audioman8650]

I like Jay, he's not a hot rod snob, no bad attitude, just a nice guy, this kid put a lot of work into his car, and he should be proud, and Jay treated him great. Good job jay, love ya man!

[@zigaziga]

This is one of the few guys that came to the show that was actually great to listen to and didn't make you want to fall asleep half way through.

[@Hopeless_and_Forlorn]

What do I think? I think Clayton has distilled the American experience of the twentieth century into a single car. Industry, mobility and the resulting freedom, self-sufficiency and individual initiative, plus character and a little bit of style. Ken Burns could hardly have done better with a half-hour history lesson. Congratulations, and thanks to Jay for recognizing a special car and talent.

[@willieknight2011]

f*cking this right here. Well said--couldn't agree more.

[@thetrashman5381]

Exactly. There is something about that car that is different than any other.

[@beatsByZlaja]

I would argue that Henry Ford did that...

[@johnjameson3627]

absolutely!

[@82726jsjsufhejsjshshdjso]

Very nicely put pal. Couldn't agree more.

[@justinwil4365]

Clayton Paddison is a rock solid human being, who stayed true to his passions his entire life. Three thumbs up.

[@abbielindley123]

This guy really knows his stuff about old fords I'm impressed.

[@teop7887]

This is possibly one of the top 3 Jay Leno Garage stories and cars. Awesome.

[@MWL3]

Jay should consider this young man to fulfill his role in the garage, when he is ready to retire. Very talented And intelligent. He is one of a very few guest that Jay didn't constantly interrupt and/or talk over. He actually held Jay's attention. No offense Jay ( but you do). I just was impressed with this video.

[@anamariabarbosa4578]

MWL3 hupmovle antiguos

[@normanduke8855]

Yes. And he should leave by the side of the road that non-stop giggling girl with the AZ car who came on the show half naked.

[@joeambly6807]

@@normanduke8855 which episode is that lol

[@PhilipKerry]

@@normanduke8855 Half naked ?? all i could see was a pretty young lady who had the temerity to show uncovered arms . I thought the right to bare arms was a thing in the US ?? Go back to the Quaker Community mate ............

[@yanuchiuchihaanimegamesand3907]

@@PhilipKerry Let him speak his 'conservatism', otherwise he'll get offended

[@starman5500]

This show is the highlight of his career. In terms of amazing content and doing what he loves. This is what the new generation doesnt have. A stand up guy with good values

[@spicysashage1886]

You’re talking about Jay Leno? This is a joke, right?

[@corvettez06usa]

Somewhere in the heavens I'm sure Henry Ford grins from ear to ear whenever someone points out how many Model Ts are still around nearing a century later. Engineering and quality is timeless.

[@Nookdashiddole]

Nah its a t. No one would keep a 1986 commodore.

[@elcabezon5487]

Where in heaven,what exit he tooked,,when he was transfered?

[@20thCenturyManTrad]

@@elcabezon5487 Pearly gates pass after that I have no clue.

[@junkhondas481]

Yes the t and a are great cars but the newer stuff is crap

[@elpato598]

Wow didn't expect this to be my favorite episode, owner or car of all of these shows I watch over and over. That was such a great episode for som many reasons.

[@sydsacks9097]

One of the best episodes ever. Clayton is a regular guy and so is Jay; both united by a shared interest.

[@james3452]

Jay is a class act; always has been. Most older car guys would have talked down to someone like Clay. He knows his stuff; and Jay never contradicted him; and respected his knowledge; despite his young age; and maybe saw Clay as a version of his younger self. Clayton defiantly has my respect. I'm 54; with way more means than he has; but no where near the balls to just do it like he has.

[@jonathansparks7558]

The kid is more wiser than his years. Somebody needs to pick up the torch of car wisdom when Jay does retire. I do believe that Jay will die underneath a car that he was working on.

[@opera93]

James me too.Thanks...

[@dreadpenguinlord340]

@@jonathansparks7558 I know I'd prefer a Mechanic's Creeper to a deathbed :p

[@jonathansparks7558]

@@dreadpenguinlord340 ain't that the truth

[@wildcycles1]

When somebody finds their passion, it really shows. These informal videos where Jay is chatting with another car guy are the very best!

[@garygronberg4310]

This episode inspired me to start looking, and get one of these cars. I'm 77. When I was a young teenager I was fascinated by what I called Old Time cars. I pressured my dad, and he and I hunted around in Wisconsin and somewhere in Tennessee, and never came back with one. Thank you, Jay, for the affectionate review; it's never too late.

[@tobysettle8595]

OK! Two things: I want this car! and 2, I'm beyond impressed with this young man! I'lm 74, a car guy and life long automotive enthusiast. The car is just perfect, and Clayton's knowledge and attention to detail are on point!

[@broadwayjim107]

Beautiful tribute to his grandfather, I hope future generations keep the memories of their ancestors like Clayton and Jay do!

[@CamiloHPNunes]

Of the hundreds of episodes i've watched all these years i think this is probably the one that made me apreciate and want to have the car showed more.

[@trefod]

What a great guy. So often it's a curator or builder showing up and they are not nearly as interesting to listen to. This guy is deeply and personally involved and has knowledge pouring out of him. Also he was not stuttering and camera shy. It is funny that Jay mentioned Jonathan Ward, because he reminded me of the episodes with Ward, he too speaks naturally on camera and just pours information and love of his craft. I hope Jay keeps in touch with him, I know I would.

[@billdarnell5650]

This was, without a doubt, one of the most enjoyable episodes on Jay's Garage .

[@randalldrake4704]

That t got my blood pumping! What a great car, and great story. He is truly a great guy, and sari it w the family! Thx guys.

[@alancohn3817]

Pure automotive bliss... Plain and simple, as it was meant to be. The man and his machine, rolling down the road.... It just doesn't get any better than that.... This is why I love Jay's channel.... He gets it, 100%. Just look at the look on his face as he's driving that Model T... Priceless.

[@ldodom]

I love Clayton's spirit and passion for life and automobiles. Thanks for having him, Jay!

[@harveyboy4461]

Another reason why Jay's channel is the best car show in tow. This kid's T model story is by far, more interesting than some a rapper explaining a subwoofer in his McLaren.

[@SidecarBob]

I subscribe to the old saying "If you didn't build it yourself it isn't really yours". This is truly Clayton Paddison's car and that deserves a huge pile of respect.

[@highwatercircutrider]

I love the ‘working man’ budget build car reviews......you are truly a great man Jay !

[@mattwilson3244]

This Clayton Patterson practically a genius .He knows ;when something is done right ,It Never gets old !

[@TheCoolpat3]

Jay, you should have more cars and owners like these on your show! I especially love it when the owner knows what the heck he or she's talking about! Anyone have deep pocket can buy a flashy car and tell you stuff from the catalog, but not a lot of owners can tell you how he or she builds it.

[@otm646]

This was my favorite episode in a long while. Average guys who wrench, build and improve what they've got is the car culture I enjoy more than anything.

[@IronClad292]

Amen to that !!

[@trainedwarrior502]

Well, I plan to wrench about on a few cars, make them nice. Add some performance parts and not carefully measure absolutely every stat about it. Just make it look, sound and feel nice, the way it used to be!

[@cohassetsteve]

My Grampa told me so many stories about hopping up the Model T's in the 30's and 40's. They used Rajo (sp?) heads, Winfield carburetors, Ruckstal rear ends, etc. They would channel the bodies over the frames, etc. He used to tell a story about the Constable in Long Beach who couldn't catch their hopped up t's in his patrol car (I think it was a Dodge). Well, one day he got a Ford V8 and said "now I can catch you guys". Well they baited him into chasing them and he wouldn't give up and blew the engine in his car. My Grampa and a buddy held a speed record at the Muroc Dry Lake for Model t's for awhile. Good Stuff!

[@eldonnparks8059]

One of my favorite episodes. I've watched it half a dozen times. It would be cool to have Clayton back on the show to see what he's done in the past seven years.

[@scottnyc6572]

You know Jay loved this mod-T.I couldn’t get enough watching him enjoy it!!

[@McGeias]

This is the kinda episode I get excited for. Dawn of motoring cars, steam cars, rare old oddball machines. Wickedly cool old bikes. Fantastic.

[@CoolHandLuke7]

This guy was great, loved his enthusiasm.

[@erictaylor2819]

great episode you could see clayton & jay had great chemistry

[@jamesluther3473]

Learning about all the early speed equipment manufacturers in the 20's and 30's has made this my favorite Leno's Garage video.

[@jerrycraig6522]

Aaand, how cool would it be to have Jay drive your car, make him sign it and then have it forever!!! just way too cool!!!

[@glenndelamotte6614]

Now 88 - But I Loved it. Driving my 1921 T original to school was a joy in 1945, so buying it for 50.00 but going into the service in 1946 sold it for 75.00. I've never gotten over feeling so bad for not keeping it.

[@GoatDust]

Glenn de la Motte you should track it down

[@bernardguynunns5658]

Hope you're still kicking on Glenn...God bless!

[@cmonster6]

Glen I think we all have had a car story like that lol

[@shackman9566]

Every car guy has one or more of those I never should have sold its. I've had to many of those. But I also remember all the fun I had.

[@22ron81]

Get another one man

[@LEXXIUS]

This engine sound is music to my ears!

[@pontiacgrandprix733]

I call myself a car guy, but hats off to this young man, cause his love of the automobile is greater than any need for modern convenience, and Jay looks to appreciate that.

[@morrylauder7534]

My favorite 'Jay Leno's Garage' ever!

[@rickeyjam1]

Jay should adopt this young,respectable,,, gentleman!,as,I feel no "coaching", yet he knows all about compression ratio,,ECT. Jay ,he is probably the one, young man,that,can, fill your shoes,and, carry on, legacies,as, antique autos,plus, understanding,just basics...... forgotten,if it's not on your phone! God bless both of you,from USA,in Jamaica! Don't Stop!!

[@patrickjohnson2886]

I love this episode. This young guy loves this T. And really knows his passion.

[@darrylwbraun]

Here's why I love these types of shows; craftsmanship! I can look at a simple bookshelf or this guys car and find the same appreciation for the craftsmanship that went into it. It's lacking in the rush to custom these days. Go buy a car, take it right to the custom shop where they place a catalogue in front of you and you pick out all the "custom" parts you're going to "customize" your car with. This guy really made a statement with this thing. It's what I call "guy art" Big thumbs up!!!

[@brundlefish9350]

One of the best episodes I've seen! Hot rodding taken to it's most elemental state. Bravo!

[@solunasunrise]

yeah !

[@markfortin421]

The modifications Clayton made are not only chosen well, but make the car much more driveable. Sorry they didn't discuss the suspension, because it looks like a major mod, but I guessed it when Jay had to almost get on the ground to crank it! I love, love, loved this episode...real world hot rodding at its best! Thanx Jay.

[@alexkalish8288]

That is an ultimate late model T. His dash is perfect for the era , the engine is smooth and powerful. A fantastic job and a work of art. I didn't know they changed the crankshaft in late 1927... I have a 27 T chassis, now I know what to do with it. It's a driver -

[@DIGITAL01UAA]

this was definitely one of your best shows, and Clayton is amazing. His knowledge on the Early Model T's and A's is incredible and l look forward to seeing his next project. Bring him on again Jay.

[@TexRenner]

In 1962 our father bought a 1926 Ford touring car, and my two brothers and I were introduced to the Model T Ford. Dad passed away last year, but three years ago he surprised us all by buying another '26 tourer. Riding with him into a busy intersection could be terrifying. He'd say, "O, they'll stop." Thank God they always did! Thanks for the excellent video, which one of those bros shared with me.

[@Rocketninja200]

This is one of my favorite cars that's been on the show. I love that he only restored it to running condition. He allows the car to tell its own story.

[@johnschackai268]

Lucky guy to have a knowledgeable and very funny guy give praise.

[@codonovn]

I smiled all the way through that. The best possible use of an old car. Jay brought out the best in it.

[@gpracer270]

With out a single doubt My FAVORITE episode EVER !!! So much more fun than something only 1% of us could afford, THIS pretty much is American history on wheels, which most ALL of us could afford and enjoy the hell out of.

[@derekbirch1410]

That is wonderful and inspirational. My Father is 81 years old and fulfilling a lifelong dream. He is currently building a hot rod from a 1926 model T (T bucket). This thing sat upside down in a field for over 50 years, but as a testament to the quality of the vanadium steel, the body is still straight and solid. As the car had no drive train in it, he is putting in the LT1 engine and complete drive train from a 1992 Cadillac Fleetwood, and the front end from a 48 Ford. He custom built a new frame for it, and is putting in the back seat from an '88 Lebarron. It fits perfectly as the front seat for this model T, like it was made for it. I am so proud of my father for realizing a life long dream at his age, and am constantly surprised to see the cars progress every time I visit.

[@psk1w1]

Is there any Model T left in his car?

[@Dino-god69]

Paul Standeven at least it’s not upside down in a field now

[@fitzyholden1036]

One of the best yet on Jay Leno's Garage. Love budget rods like this.

[@Statist0815]

Mr. Leno this episode is inspiring. It shows that you're a great enthusiast and your heart is in the right spot. Greetings from Germany.

[@splinter356]

Watched it twice, great story. Kudos to someone off the street who can go toe-to-toe with Jay Leno! Sweet 🤘👊🎯

[@MCGaar]

What a piece of history!

[@RobertJonesSilum]

This might just be my favorite episode of JLG ive seen, Clayton is a true car guy, he knows his stuff, and he's built a wonderful little car on a budget that all of us can do. More like this please!

[@Carterofmars]

This was one of the best episodes. I love anything pre 1950.

[@alexkalish8288]

Clayton is a Model T encyclopedia - really great episode and amazing what he did to get this drive-able over modern highways.

[@sethlavinder]

Jay, projects like this really speak to me, I am a truck guy at heart but with a young family, two kids a wife and very limited budget I have yet to fulfill my dream. I want to build a truck, I have a soft spot for Ford and Chevy. I once had a friend who restored a 47 Ford pickup with a Chevy 350 under the hood. Always thought he was pretty smart, the best of both worlds. I want either a Chevy or Ford, pretty much the period 1972-1987 , I dream of a stock restoration with air conditioning and brakes being the only major mods. I want it to be my daily. Clayton’s T was an awesome example of what even a young guy can do! Maybe one day my will time will come!

[@mrjomaled755]

IMHO this is one of the best Jay Garage episodes that I have seen, and I think I have watched most of them. The car...and the kid (well, he's not really a kid anymore) made this most enjoyable to watch. Jay and Clayton definitely bonded over their love of old cars, and I give credit to Clayton for not getting starstruck, and just talking to Jay, one gearhead to another.

[@409mark]

I get it that young man's heart and soul is in that car it comes from a time when things were simpler and it gave exactly what was asked of it I am glad you put it on your podcast

[@SteeringSteel]

This kid is great! He's got amazing personality, flair and a tremendous amount of knowledge. Jay it would be a disservice not to help this young man get his own show. All of those in favor say "I". Best of luck on your future builds Clayton.

[@alexcorona]

Thomas Holmes that kid is 32 lol probably older than you!

[@rcmakingtracks18]

Just priceless entertainment and knowledgeable car history. Brilliant. Thank you so much, smiling from ear to ear. John

[@waynekaminski5438]

Clayton knows Model T and A cars inside and out, all the improvements/enhancements, the backstories of all the inventors that figured out how to get more HP out of that engine block. Plus, the guy fits his build within a budget, but knows how much money it would take to do any and all variations. This was 6 years ago. I hope Jay and Clayton keep in touch and maybe Clayton can bring another cool build on. I applaud Clayton for involving his kids. Imagine being his son at 15 years old getting to drive this car.

[@adamscott2219]

What a great car, I love that Jay appreciates the car for what it is. The story and the relationship Clayton has with this car makes it much more interesting than a lot of really expensive cars. Jay is a true car enthusiast.

[@mescko]

That's what being a car guy is. You can't go around judging any car against another. You love every car for what it is, and don't judge it for what it's not.

[@SAFETYHOOD]

My Father had bought a 1927 Model T Touring Car in 1959 - had broken down the engine and rebuilt it - put it back together and still had parts to the engine laying on the floor, he forgot where they went. When he cranked it over - it started right up. If only today cars were as simple now as they were then. Brought back a lot of memories as I am the same age as you Jay.

[@_chipchip]

Might have been one of the best videos I've seen on your channel. Love the car and how simple it is. The owner seems like such an interesting guy too.

[@brucknerian9664]

Best car build I've seen yet on Jay Leno's Garage. And, on a budget.

[@uio890138]

Honestly, of all the guest cars that have been featured by Jay, this is by far the most interesting and best one.

[@troynov1965]

I think this may be my favorite car I have seen on all the Garage videos, its outstanding !

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Loved this! I really like seeing cars that are not over restored, I wanna see the years & scars on them.

[@wb6162]

Not many times have I seen Jay get this excited or have this much fun with a car. Pretty cool.

[@jaymiepobanz8801]

Wifes name and pic. Mark here. Great car, great guy, in its own way one of your best videos; just look at the big smile and the joy in his voice. Well done!!!

[@speedmachine69]

The stance on that thing is perfect. Loving the big boots.....