2024 BAC Mono R - Jay Leno's Garage

[@LOWKEYDANGER]

We are beyond fortunate to still have Jay

[@MrRufusRToyota]

And he’s looking good since that facelift!

[@justinbustin677]

Wipe your mouth and clean your needs !

[@dimetime35c]

Now he just needs to stop lighting himself on fire.

[@XantoS771]

He's got the Life Cycle Impulse like a BMW

[@BlairAir]

​@@dimetime35c Or letting Reynolds roll him 3 or 4 times in the passenger seat. Jay: "it doesn't get more exciting than that" True.

[@druidofthefang]

Ian Briggs was a great guest, and what a great car. Thanks!

[@SuperSenis]

"The lightest component is the one that doesn't exist." Great line.

[@Oxibase]

That comment reminded me of Elon Musk saying something similar regarding the development of Starship. He said something along the lines of, "The best part is no part."

[@anydaynow01]

Colin Chapman said something very similar, "Simplify, then add lightness.".

[@mattburnett4185]

Less is more

[@tommy.eklund]

@@anydaynow01 Chapman was such a legend for that line, "add lightness" is such a funny oxymoronic statement.

[@muhammadsaadawi2440]

It a known line by Gordon Murray. Brilliant concept in a line.

[@DiamondCutter423]

I loved itw when he said......"it's Sunday morning and the wife and kids are still asleep"...yeah BABY!

[@t.j.m3987]

Then go home an take family to church😊

[@Auto_Peasant]

If the best part of your Sunday is when your wife and kids are asleep then you need to rethink your marriage. Why marry someone when you don't enjoy being around them? I'll never understand boomers in that regard.

[@DiamondCutter423]

Who's married? It's a joke snowflake.@@Auto_Peasant

[@CuratedCars]

@@Auto_PeasantI love my wife and kids and I can relate. It’s not about avoiding them, it’s that so much of your time is devoted to the family you love and care for it’s nice to have some guilt free personal time without having to sacrifice family time.

[@KaypangAsli]

​@@Auto_Peasanteverybody need somebody, but sometime need a me time too.

[@sickjohnson]

Seeing Jay have a good time is an absolute win! Mad respect to the Briggs & their BAC Mono.

[@DiscoverMono]

Glad you enjoyed your time in the Mono R Jay, it suits you 😉

[@patrickjordan2233]

Fantastic bit of engineering. Amazing creation...

[@DawlessHouseMusic]

This is one of the moments when this show just shines, shines, shines.

[@BAC_Mono]

I bought one of the old models 3 years ago expecting just to do the odd track day. I did 11,000 miles in it. Just bought another (later) one. Sublime machine, there's nothing like it! Currently looking at overtime jobs to pay for a Mono 'r' LOL! (Unlike you lucky people in the USA we have to wait for the Winter to finish before we can get back on track. Not long now...)

[@ailasalvador9195]

Nice weather in saudi

[@MrPimpmygun]

username checks out

[@mitchellsteindler]

Most of the USA isn't California or Florida 😂

[@androiduberalles]

"Unlike you lucky people in the USA" Uhh... you know it snows in like half of the US right? My corvette has been in storage for the past 6 months, lol.

[@BAC_Mono]

@@androiduberalles fair point, sorry being a bit parochial there 😁

[@Blakeoffire]

I've heavily admired the BAC Mono ever since I saw it gracing the pages of EVO way back well over 12 years ago when they were first producing them... An absolutely beautiful work of engineering and art - they should be mightily proud of what they've created and still create ! LOVE the Union Jack-themed R... Cheers, from a huge fan in western Canada !

[@harrysheffield624]

Congrats Ian, you have come across SO well in this vid. I especially like how you thanked Jay when he complimented "the English". You also showed him great respect, and your enthusiasm towards "the automotive world" is self evident.

[@kanagawakenji7]

I typically strongly dislike videos with manufacturer reps, but he came across really well. He felt more like an enthusiast/ fan rather than a sales guy.

[@limericklad2000]

@@kanagawakenji7 that's what happens when the sales guy is also the owner/designer.

[@BarracudaBoy]

I haven't seen Jay this excited in a car since the "Hemi Under Glass" rolled over.😂😂😂😂

[@gpz7525]

😹😹😹😹😹✨

[@DC5Brandon]

This is one of my 5 fav dream cars. Thanks to Jay for showcasing these.

[@TomsGarage]

I have had a Mono for 8 years now with over 10K miles and love driving it. Nothing like a single seater!

[@BeachBum51050]

10 million. That must be a recorded for BAC. wow

[@justindake]

​@@BeachBum51050that's an average of 142.69 MPH for 8 years straight

[@TomsGarage]

@phillipalder9045 M also stands for thousands too

[@lukeamato423]

I may have made some bits of your car

[@paulqueripel3493]

​@@BeachBum51050not just BAC.

[@WalterBurton]

Verbal irony aside, the genius of the BAC Mono products/brand and Mr. Briggs is all about humility.

[@jefffrancis8769]

It's just great having Jay Leno's Garage, thanks Jay!👍

[@tkreitler]

I'm a huge fan of quirky British cars. There have been so many uniquely British gems and the BAC Mono is certainly one of them.

[@fteoOpty64]

The Brits are the kings of Motorsports....

[@jr2904]

​@@fteoOpty64 lol

[@Yosh1az]

The Brits have also Ariel Atom a road legal super go-cart

[@jl7676]

I've never seen Jay more happy doing a test drive.

[@NigelMarston]

I did over 25K miles in a (nearly) 250bhp Caterham on both track and road, and when I sold it, it was with its original brake pads which looked barely worn. That weighed 520Kg (without the fat knacker behind the wheel). It did go through tyres quite quickly but as Ian Briggs noted here, you have to choose different tyres to those sold for normal road cars because normal tyres are simply too hard - lightweight cars just can't get them warm enough. I ran my Caterham on Avon tyres which are specially designed for lightweight specials. I love big American cars but I am proud of the British specialist car industry and the (relative) freedoms of our laws here that permit cars like the BAC Mono and Caterham to still exist.

[@lukemiller18]

I feel like it's such an extreme and fast car that any road review doesn't even scratch the surface so there's not much jay can say about it. Great car. Well done

[@noonehere1793]

I LOVE the gulf homage paint scheme on that…..it is very well done and honors the 917 / GT40 era VERY WELL!👍👍

[@timothygraham5642]

Jay you get the best cars to make videos with. Love your channel and you!

[@Fizyy]

Insane feat of engineering. Impressive car

[@poplaurentiu4148]

Too expensive this Back-Mono that is why i 'm happy with my Go-Kart fitted with a Hayabusa motor + gearbox + brakes and exhaust it's a missile.. 💯🦽🏍💥💫💨

[@Fizyy]

@@poplaurentiu4148 I’d love to build a little hayabusa powered track car someday. wish I could afford a Mono but gotta be realistic lol

[@flamezoidtron]

So glad to see BAC making it in the real world, this is awesome. Who remembers how much Clarkson loved this on old Top Gear?

[@jacksparrow5281]

Well I may never own or drive one but I do have one in my Gran Turismo garage - one of the first cars I bought in the game. WHAT a machine. So glad stuff like this exists for the lucky few that can own one. Cheers!

[@pizzaroll6604]

i've never seen jay's teeth in like forever meaning he had fun

[@mura0]

never seen him smile like that when driving.

[@jerrylong381]

That smile usually means, "Sold!" And did I pick up a little foreshadowing when he twice said, "And if your wife doesn't want you on a motorcycle...." I'm sure Mrs, Leno would like to see Jay limit his bike riding these days, especially after he was nearly garroted on one of his side hacks. I wonder what paint scheme he's getting.

[@Mahyarheshmat]

American flag theme with Blue Jean blue where dark blue normally is?.?.

[@underwaterdroneservices7292]

If this had a glass (of course whatever material) dome shield (jet fighter type) that slid forward/back to open/close it would make it at least a tad usable and would likely be a highlight feature, and likely make it MORE aerodynamic. It would fit perfectly to the roll bar enclosure. Wouldn't even have to be airtight and could be removable.

[@overbuiltlimited]

Second this! The lack of even a windscreen makes this a deal breaker. As someone who is shopping for an Ariel Atom, I can say I didn't get really interested until they added the windscreen. I can't be the only one who doesn't want to look like a knob head driving around town wearing a helmet. To the people who say that you don't HAVE to wear a helmet in a BAC, I would ask, have you ever been hit in the face by a large hard insect or a small rock while at speed?

[@Yosh1az]

A halo or aero screen similar to that of the Indycar would do

[@The_R-n-I_Guy]

For the company owner to follow behind Jay in the other car is cool. Shows that he's not just a suit trying to sell something

[@GrooveTasticThang]

We’ve all dreamt of a F1 car for the road, so pleased these brothers had the skill set, background and passion to bring it to fruition. It’s the perfect blend of engineering, design and quality. Most people get that balance wrong. One of few products that can be appreciated by any person whether they are car enthusiasts or not.

[@quig89GMC]

Absolutely wonderful episode. Ian Briggs is very knowledgeable and speaks quietly getting my attention. Jay you obviously enjoyed the car.

[@vernonkuhns3561]

Having owned a Sunbeam Tiger II I always thought about 2000 pounds was light with a fantasy of a Lotus 7 with a v8... There it is updated to current tech.

[@TeddyRumble]

I always liked the Tiger.

[@jimsyoutubechannel6818]

I genuinely wanted to put on the national anthem when I watched this. Seriously though, how amazing is this car & how amazing are the brothers + team who developed it. Good on you all!

[@MrRufusRToyota]

The ultimate go-cart!

[@MikeValencia]

I really wish the old school UK Top Gear still existed so the stig could take this around their race track, I’d love to see where this would place on their leaderboard

[@A.J.1656]

If your spouse won't let you spend $20k on a motorcycle, just spend $300k on one of these.

[@4Kandlez]

I think he's meaning the inherent risk rather than the money

[@A.J.1656]

@@4Kandlez Probably, but then I don't have a joke to make. Haha

[@stevansaunders18]

😂😂👍🏼

[@happycamperjack]

A second hand turbo busa with more power than this car probably can be bought for $10k. That bike weight about 1/3 of this car too.

[@bewareofsasquatch]

Starting price is $200k but I’ll be honest I didn’t even know they’re that expensive now. I remember them being like $150

[@clutchcarabelli8054]

Man, Briggs has come a long way since he separated from Stratton.

[@TeddyRumble]

Thought the same thing.

[@eeblatter]

That body design is my absolute favorite. The white colored upper body one really shows the form and the dramatic graphics. Great quality and fantastic attention to details. Thanks to you both for showing these remarkable cars.

[@AI.Overlord.X]

There's a lady down the street from me who drives one of these all the time. She's had it for years and I bet it has 10s of thousands of miles by now. For a car like this, that's a lot.

[@xirisAB]

A brilliant piece of engineering, and it's nice to see Jay excited about a car like this.

[@ruthun]

Would love one of these and a Bowler Wildcat for the weekends

[@SheilaDrives]

That looks like so much fun. Beautiful cars.

[@antraxxslingshots]

Well, i own a Briggs too. Two even. They go Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr and are amazing in cutting my Lawn O.O

[@daveyshmavey]

I’ve never had a dream car… sure, there have been some that I thought would be nice to have. I NOW have one! Holy smokes! Beautiful! The perfectionist in me while watching this, was satisfied! When Jay giggled during the drive I laughed out loud! Incredible!

[@bluesky9093]

I think the last time Jay seemed this excited to be driving a vehicle he was sitting in a Porsche 918 Spyder. Amazing pieces of engineering and Ian Briggs was an awesome representative for his company, humble and he really knows his cars.

[@bicyclist2]

I remember seeing Jeremy Clarkson's review of the original one on KZbin. It's so great to see that they're still making cars. So many of these small car companies go under in a few years. I hope to be able to afford one some day. I wonder how this compares to an Ariel Atom or KTM X-Bow. Thank you.

[@jdencook]

You summed it up. So many of us can’t do what these cars are made to do but the excitement is trying to.

[@Jadawin-kk3fz]

Great video, greater guest and even greater car. I laughed out loud when i heard Ian say, they never sold a set of brake-discs. BAC created an absolut weapon, what an enthusiasts car. Can't wait to see the Mono / R go up the hill in this years Festival of speed in Goodwood. You realize how good this show is, when you can purely enjoy the car and guest and have the feeling of sitting in the gharage and listening to them as a bystander.

[@uzabat]

0:08 we need more of this Jay!

[@terry12327]

Nice to see Jay out having so much fun. And him sharing that experience with us...

[@frankthatank02]

This car took you back to when you were a child formula driver, i recognized the expressions, thanks Jay, Monday morning treat...WOW!!!

[@M1cRoWp33N]

Boy that freeze frame really shows life. Man & machine becoming one. @23:05

[@TedNemeth]

That was super fun. Love the design & concept. Great to see so many small bespoke sports car manufacturers able to survive & thrive: Czinger, Gordon Murray, BAC, etc. Great time to be a filthy rich car lover. I’ll have to befriend one.

[@aaron-fauth]

@@TedNemeth It’s all fun and games until you realize that it’s just another track day toy that has no use sitting in people’s garages.

[@stumonkey17]

Brilliant cars from a brilliant company. I live 2 miles from the factory and look out to see one all the time. Can’t think of anything else that compares at any price.

[@nojnoj3069]

I can tell you absolutely love this dream machine....Jay at his best!

[@Ride_Runner]

I've never been more jealous of another person then right now! Jay has earned it but I so want it!

[@JS-hu7pv]

That was fun to watch. It’s especially fun when Jay’s so into a car. BAC is way out of my league but I’m in that “if the wife won’t let you buy a motorcycle” group. My budget is more Miata MX-5.

[@JP-oe6pw]

Makes me proud to be British. That's hard to say these days

[@martinandrews8646]

Yep

[@over-educated-sp]

Which is just lame. I’ve got a lot of English blood in me.

[@weltonreds]

Wow...they packed so much into a 30 second show. Automotive innovation at its finest. Cheers! 🏁

[@Rajonas007]

Happy to see cars like that are still being made and sold. So many SUVs these days would love to see these rockets more

[@FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill]

Jay has some of THE BEST TOYS... and knows how to have fun.

[@MckIdyll]

Swell. But honestly I just want to see Jay drive his Hudson around. Give me the 30s and 40s cars any day. Seriously, I miss the Pandemic Editions. They were the best Jay Leno content ever. Just him and us, and his favorite cars. Bring it back!

[@petervandoren2984]

Turn it on and the wife and kids won't be asleep any more, but it's so fast, you'll be long gone before they get out of bed. Your reactions while driving it Jay says it all. Clearly this is the bee's knees. I now know why, even over here in the UK, finding them is like looking for hen's teeth. Thanks again Jay!

[@mike_holdread]

Impressive engineering and quality. Attention to detail and performance. Synergy of driver and machine

[@WalterBurton]

Mr. Briggs' comments about the difference between plastic molding versus 3D printing totally check out, and it's good to hear it any manufacturing context. Batch-size matters! And, yes, this is a "luxury" product, but it's a perfect example of the type of component manufacturing that just gets more and more important as we "re-shore" industrial output. (Think security implications. Not just weapons. A division gets a one-off batch of a thousand aerial drones that have a special hook to do who knows what.)

[@charlesblackwell327]

I always look torward to Jay Leno's Garage on Monday. Awesome offering this week!

[@kendavis1198]

With out Jay Leno doing these Videos on Extreme Car's and such, I don't know where we would see anything like it around here in California?? Thanks Jay. Loved it. Now we are all trying to Loose weight to fit in one 😂😂....

[@pistonburner6448]

Videos on extreme car's what?

[@gymshoe8862]

When you buy one they tailor it to fit you exactly. I am 6' 6" tall, 290 lbs--Im not sure I'd fit in the envelope. That eliminates the concerns about how to pay for it.

[@kendavis1198]

Ya, not so sure that Wilt Chamberlin would Fit Either If he were still around?? 😂😳...

[@kendavis1198]

"O" I guess like the TESLA SEMI Truck, Motorcycles with Rocket Engines on em, Underground Tunnels for Vehicle's to Travel through, like the Video he did with Elon Musk and the Cyber Truck. You know, Stuff like that "EXTREME WHAT"!!!! Stuff.

[@JayDubster]

So glad BAC are still making cars, these look frikkin epic !!

[@jotighe2]

best part of the week

[@STORM3SHADOW]

This is next on my list to add to the stable. I'd even take an early model from 10 yr ago. They just look so cool and are bloody fast on the track!

[@garyseaton4619]

Thank you for sharing this view of a car that will undoubtedly go down in automotive history. Beautiful, technologically advanced, and street legal. Outstanding piece of kit...

[@sachinborkar4466]

Jay always finds the right words to describe it. Thank you Jay.

[@andytalbot6719]

Well done to BAC from the NW of England, just a few miles down the road from me. Jay LOVED IT! Wow. Not sure I'd ever be able to afford to try one. We need one on Auto Mundial.

[@computiNATEor]

26:06 That, right there - that smile is what it's all about!

[@jeremychurch5683]

These are so cool! I race them all the time.... in Gran Turismo 7. all joking aside this car is a blast to rip around with in VR!

[@johnw65uk]

Same, I’m watching this and am about to jump on to the simulator for a spin.

[@terryeustice5399]

Jay just like you were driving a Monaco Race Car. 🏎️ Thanks for sharing! 💯👍👊

[@scottimusgarrett15]

Thanks for bringing these by, Ian! Great show, Jay and Crew! ✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦

[@WalterBurton]

Mr. Briggs gave a great presentation. 👍

[@TeddyRumble]

Handsome bloke with a great beard.

[@yekdose121212]

One of your best episodes Jay. Thank You

[@eddylauterback1312]

Watching and my heart sunk when he announced the costs. Was hoping for a smaller number.

[@TeddyRumble]

Half the price for a used one...

[@rcmakingtracks18]

Jay, laughing out loud. Priceless... john

[@user-ed5jh3ff6u]

You gotta love Jay, the essence of class

[@georgeclark142]

I know my life sucks I know I would never be able to afford one of these cars but it is awesome to see other people enjoy their life

[@williambremner9022]

99.9% of the drivers in the world can't afford this or will ever try to own one. And your life does not suck. Make the most of it and stay positive brother!

[@4Kandlez]

You can have just as much fun without spending that kind of money

[@philippekervynfaucon9849]

BEST PRESENTATION EVER ! Bravíssimo BAC !!!!! .................... and thks a lot JLG!!

[@agunther08]

Thanks Jay, You have shown me so much. Thank you for all the things you share with us.

[@bigcity2085]

I love coming out to my garage and seeing my motorcycle there. I can't imagine seeing one of these in my garage. I'd never be in the house ! (not in there that much as it is.)

[@PhillyDee215]

Jay has so much fun driving different vehicles everyday🤟

[@xFunTomCZx]

these cars are epic, pure perfection

[@Gobolton1]

I always loved the BAC Mono since I'd seen it on TOP GEAR years ago.. Finally, it's in the States

[@mduduzibhebhe4268]

One of the most beautiful cars ever made

[@pissoff234]

Said by no one with a bain EVER.

[@davidbridge5652]

​@pissoff234 yeah people who can spell properly say it

[@pistonburner6448]

I always immediately think of Bjørk's music video for All is Full of Love. Really cool aesthetic.

[@rodneyjweltham150]

We are beyond fortunate to have Jay after that review!

[@Alexandra-Rex]

Simply the most beautiful track car! (not in those colors though) Fell in love with this car the first time I saw it on Top Gear. Had I won the lottery and could buy a couple of special cars, it be the Noble M600 and the BAC Mono.

[@jjcross3560]

Jay as always great info on your video I did not even know these were in production? However I had this very idea but a 2 seater. One seater is great!

[@jjcross3560]

Jay I was thinking of coming by? And we could take a look @ my Audi A4.

[@nhmtrhd]

And yes I hope Jay is still around for many more decades. 🤞

[@themorganator]

such a quality product. These boys know what they're doing

[@jamesburns2232]

Like the Polaris Slingshot, this 2024 BAC Mono R is just more fun. The Polaris Slingshot is a two-seater, so you can share the fun with a passenger. 😉😊

[@ochayethegnu2915]

I don’t think there’s any comparison really, having seen Matt Farah’s review of the Slingshot.

[@robertscheinost179]

Apples and oranges comparison.

[@grievuspwn4g3]

I like that the Briggs' actually have experience with normal cars that sold and were well-enough regarded by neutrals.

[@andya857]

Bet he owns killer bikes, and other stuff. .Kudos, Awesome rocket ship..🏎

[@ochayethegnu2915]

The polar opposite of the Cybertruck. Proper, thorough engineering and design. Great to hear a car company boss who knows his stuff inside out.

[@vinceteo7091]

Polar opposite to pretty much everything apart from maybe an Arial atom.

[@2JZDestroyer]

ginetta g40r too @@vinceteo7091

[@a34rwl]

The very best of British design and engineering.

[@chuckb470]

26:06 That smile says it all!

[@Bamamarama]

I hope Jay buys one and we get too see the custom fitting process, would be fun to watch.