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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[@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!

[@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. 🤜🤛

[@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.

[@RichardBrown-xe8zm]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@ashurgeorge4604]

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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@cameronbehnke7017]

Along with two brothers who manufactured and supplied drivetrain. Dodge

[@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.

[@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?

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@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.

[@sydsacks9097]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@broadwayjim107]

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

[@robertvandalsem94]

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

[@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.

[@billdarnell5650]

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

[@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.

[@claytonpaddison6721]

I would be down for that if @jaylenosgarage is. I have had a LOT going since..

[@geoffcrisp7225]

What a fabulous guy Jay is. A man that loves his cars and is so knowledgeable about them. He also cares for his wife, which is a mark of the man.

[@juliap9277]

Thank you! As his wife I can vouch that he’s pretty amazing ☺️

[@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.

[@LinuxGalore]

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

[@wildcycles1]

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

[@bbb462cid]

There's nothing- nothing- more fun in the automotive hobby than buying a vintage convertible, doing some work to it, getting the engine running well, and bombing around in it with a few friends.

[@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.

[@justinwil4365]

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

[@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.

[@mousearebec]

Pretty knowledgeable fellow.......... Interesting to see him talk about the history of the car and different aspects of the era of vehicles with Mr Leno....... I'm sure that Jay liked the visit.......... we all did.

[@teop7887]

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

[@gregorytimmons4777]

I grew up two houses away from probably the richest family in our little town. The guy's father and grandfather had worked in the local paper mill and they invented, patented and manufactured the first pneumatic air shafts for rewinding paper rolls. He had three sons, the youngest of which was my age. When i was about twelve i went with my friend and his brothers and dad to pick up a 1925 T that was about 10 miles away at a country home. Thus began my education of T's and my interest in classics as the middle brother had a '48 Ford Businessman's Coupe he bought and did the back yard flathead hot rod trip. He still has the car today at 70 years of age although it is much updated with an LT1 350. His oldest brother had a 1940 Chevy 2dr. sedan we would borrow and my friend and me would cruise the countryside and around our local lake. His dad was frugal for his means to the point that he dynamighted the sand stone and excavated a basement under their house in the 60's. The T got a budget resto and also a 1930 Ford Victoria to a much higher standard than the T. I must say i have always felt fortunate having the child hood i had in a town of about 5,000 in the Pacific Northwest as i spent much of my childhood around that family.

[@guytansbariva2295]

I'm so impressed by this guy. I'd say kid because he looks young, but he's mid 20s here. And who says "hot ticket"? Awesomeness He was definitely raised right. If only 10% of American youth were as impressive as this kid, we'd have nothing to worry about for future generations.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@abbielindley123]

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

[@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.

[@mdhj67]

This might be my favorite JLG episode.

[@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.

[@jeffirish3402]

This is still my favorite- two car geeks riffing on a classic car!

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@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.

[@scottnyc6572]

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

[@stephenslusser2895]

My old Dad always loved the T, he felt that as long as he had a little tool kit, and could find fuel, oil and water, he could just drive on forever. He built jet engines for The Air Force but, he really could appreciate this simple yet well thought out design.

[@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!!!

[@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.

[@brundlefish9350]

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

[@StellarionPrime]

yeah !

[@mattwilson3244]

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

[@ELKFILMZ]

That T put a huge smile on my face watching it tick down the street, but also kinda put a tear in my eye knowing that period is long gone and is never coming back 😞

[@ldodom]

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

[@ralphbryant8178]

You can see the joy on both of there faces with car talk. And Jay looking at what was done and ideas going off in his head. You can tell Jay appreciate this man work. Awesome 😎

[@OverEngineeredAdventures]

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!

[@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 -

[@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!

[@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

[@frankdeluca5983]

"12 speeds forward...and 6 in reverse and I've shifted in reverse "....way to go kid !

[@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.

[@kurtgerdes7604]

Jay that young man Clayton and you have great chemistry. He could be a co-host on the show. He’s got the right blend of confidence, fun, looks and enthusiasm. Invite him back soon or send him in the road to find more projects for you!

[@alexkalish8288]

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

[@PHAT50CHEVY]

This guy has to be one of my favorite guests he new his stuff wasnt cocky about it and the part that woulda flipped me out was the doors that is great I've done alot of cars and when something like that happens it brings u closer to that car i love the headlights and the dash Jay was definitely impressed and Jays belt buying story just shows u anybody can catalog build a car but when u find a way to save that money its a high like no other i also can relate to his grandfather i lost mine a few years ago and he was great its ashame he didnt see and share the car with him but hes guiding him im sure hes got balls driving 3 states over in that car thanks for another great video Jay

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!!!

[@splinter356]

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

[@barryf5479]

This guy has great camera presence. He also really knows his stuff. I'm going to show this to my son as an example of how someone has creativity, knowledge and can be a generally nice person on top of it all. Great job, Clayton (and Jay, thanks for putting stuff like this on youtube).

[@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.

[@johnjeromson3471]

This has to be one of the best episodes yet, that is a great car with a great story behind it. Great job putting her together.

[@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.

[@thepreacher-v3x]

It is a real spiritual build Jay. There is a bond between Clayton and the car, he resurrected it back from the dead,it's almost like it's his child, he gave birth to it. Nice job and nice car, exciting to say the least. Thanks Jay!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Great video Jay - I prefer these projects that are within the grasp of the "average Joe" rather than the exotica, gives us all a bit of hope - great fun and thanks for another great 30mins of quality entertainment....keep 'em coming...TMF

[@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.

[@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!

[@donaldk21]

I really believe Jay just showed us a real smile because he truly was having a great time talking and driving that old model T Ford. It seemed to me he was enjoying it more then driving some of those super cars of his!! I know I certainlykved this step bach in time !!

[@uio890138]

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

[@BCaldwell]

This is one of the best episodes you've ever produced! One of my favorites for sure.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

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

[@the1and0wnly1]

I love how Jay won't pay $500 for the OEM belt and gets a $15 one which will do the same job what a legend

[@johnsmith-ed2tx]

something tells me he went ahead and paid the $500. he likes his cars to look proper.

[@the1and0wnly1]

+john smith I think he said he paid the $15 if I remember correctly? I wouldn't mind either choice the cheap one if it does the same job why not the expensive one for authenticity either or no wrong decision I'm a nut about my car and won't shy away from spending decent money if it's the better item

[@johnsmith-ed2tx]

He actually wasn't clear on which one he bought. He just told him the cost of both.

[@demondhaas7401]

+john smith watch the Bugatti episodes. Jay makes it clear he went with the local cheap option.

[@steffenflindt8670]

Being good for 350.000.000$ that i pretty cheap of him lol

[@lesterwood2564]

This was great. Reminds me of when my brother and his friend took a model T pickup which had been used as a saw mill . And got it going. This was in 1954. He took us kids for rides down country roads. Great memories. Oh by the way it took them about two days to get it going. It did its first backfire at about midnight. My dad came out and said shut it down. . The next day we went for rides.😮

[@highwatercircutrider]

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

[@Michelle-Eden]

The Dad moment at the end is priceless. Thumbs way up!

[@amycastor2872]

"Everything I do is for him." That got 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.

[@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!!

[@stepnow]

This is, without a doubt, one of the best episodes of Jay Leno's Garage that I;ve seen. Simply because of the amzing chemistry between two guys that know their Model Ts. That's how this show should be done, period.