The Quiet Luxury of the Rolls-Royce Spectre

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

The world leading 2 car philosophers waxing about cars...what else can you ask for ? Wonderful

[@Thecarexchangepodcast]

So true..one day we won’t have the privilege of watching these two sharing their car stories and anecdotes while learning about the history of these vehicles .

[@abaialsa712]

Everyone must be white

[@rayRay-pw6gz]

Less chit ,chat and more about the car. Barely see the interior and dash in the whole video. We know what they look like ! 😊 does anybody know the different menus to bring up different displays on the dash ? Let’s see GPS mapping on display. DA !

[@fastcoffee9878]

I had a beautiful 2001 Jaguar XJ VDP that made the world melt away every time I got behind the wheel. I would drive my friend to his chemo appointments and one time after a rough session while we were driving home he was very quiet when he simply whispered "I love this car, I feel like a king". Watching some of these high end reviews remind me of that. I miss that car. I miss my friend.

[@gracegrace2107]

Sounds like you made some nice moments with your friend. Can we do more?

[@ingerlander]

Well said

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Sir William Lyons made Jaguar unique for half a century, the only manufacturer to combine design, engineering, racing, sedans & sports cars to such a high level, even Enzo Ferrari called E-Type most beautiful car ever made & it was street version of race car. Then Ford ruined them. Went to owners meeting, leather, wood & picnic tables.

[@avmelidor]

Deepest condolences to all

[@elosogonzalez8739]

WOW! Donald looks fantastic behind the wheel of this beautiful Rolls! What a glorious automobile.😊

[@moparedtn]

As time presses on, it impresses upon me more and more that we really need to appreciate every production featuring Jay and Donald like this one - and encourage those in charge of producing such content to do as much as possible with these wonderful gentlemen. I certainly encourage it! - Ed on the Ridge

[@havardstle3788]

You two are a really pleasant and interesting couple of car guys. Thanks for a great video. Great seeing Jay treating himself with a new RR.

[@davestradamu]

These two are truly a dynamic duo. I click on ANY video that features them together.

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

@@davestradamu In that case, make sure your notifications are on so you’re first to know about tomorrow’s video. We might be biased, but it’s more fun than this one!

[@jbrat4313]

Two knowledgeable gentlemen talking about automobile history 👏🏾

[@johnduchesneau8685]

The story goes that way back when a Rolls Royce engineer said to Mr. Royce - "The only thing you can hear is the ticking of the clock." Royce said, "What's wrong with the clock?"

[@Gerk8]

I’ve heard that when Rolls-Royce came out with the “clock” ad, Land Rover came out with there own ad saying “At 60 miles per hour all you can hear is the roar of the engine!” 😂

[@chuckfinley3542]

Donald, please consider allowing Jay to adopt you so that his cars will continue to be shown online. You’re both wonderful presenters.

[@canalwest]

Finally the design team at Rolls Royce has done a good job. I luv the lights, front and back. They should do the same design in non-electric as well.

[@kevmagill5163]

That green Spectre is crazy beautiful. I'm surprised our Jay didn't use his own full black Spectre. These two friends have so much knowledge, passion, history, OF and WITH, automobiles. I really enjoy these two good friends just shooting the breeze, talking about CARS. We love ya Jay. Edit: Do you guys know that Jay has made plans for his extraordinary collection to become available in a museum for all of us after he moves on to the great garage in the sky? That's the kind of car guy Jay is. He's a national treasure.

[@rjdavies1982]

Maybe he’s keeping the miles off his!!!

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

This green Spectre is an Audrain Collections car and lives on the East Coast where we shot this video. Jay doesn't have any of his cars here in Newport. Thanks for watching!

[@JMarSa-1]

I thought Jay’s Spectre was black, glad we got that sorted out, having said that, I love this color, this is rich!!! And, Donald’s face at the very end of this video was priceless…lucky man! And to have a friend like Jay, priceless!

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Best of intentions, but tragic # of automotive museums are lost.

[@duckie250]

Jay in a nice blue shirt. Fitting in the Spectre perfectly. Best looking Rolls Ever. You guys make the perfect combo.

[@F8Tributo]

7:19- "It has a washer-dryer combination look to it"! Hah ha ha ha! Now that you mention it, I can see that! 😂

[@shawncurtis3686]

It's smooth and quiet, check👍.

[@bradfordbarrettluckotheIrish]

I agree on the body of the Wraith. Rear end/rear window so beautiful

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Aren't they the same?

[@curtishoward5584]

I would give anything to meet Mr Leno and see his collection. Dream come true for a life long car builder and fanatic.

[@bcgrittner]

That was great fun. I was at a car display where a late 1930’s Rolls-Royce had to be moved. The owner/driver stepped out of the car briefly, but did leave the engine running. I leaned in close to the grill and listened for the engine. I think I heard the engine running, but I wasn’t sure. Amazing!

[@Stefano10ace-e9l]

*Best Spectre talking points review yet. Thanks.*

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

Glad you enjoyed! Thanks for watching!

[@kendavis1198]

Now I want one of those.... What a Beauty that ROLLS Is...

[@scottycas]

Love watching these two legends together. Keep up the great work!

[@bamidbar2]

WHAT A MASTERPIECE 😍

[@cars_with_monte]

I could and do watch these videos with Donald and Jay all day everyday. They are so great.

[@bobnovaes9363]

Donald’s smile on the bend is priceless 😁

[@tedecker3792]

Some earlier British cars had three position heater switches also: hum, rattle, and squeal. Insert Lucas jokes here lol.

[@a.j.carter8975]

And carry points, condenser, distributer cap and plugs. And 20 pence for a phone call.😊

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Lucas also why their beer's warm.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

British friend couldn't return home because he'd grown too used to central heating, A/C & running hot water.

[@jamesonpace726]

Well, now I'm truly a helpless addict. Watching this makes me want this very car & that's just too much of everything for poor, l'il olde me....

[@Sockpoppet]

Gorgeous car design.

[@L3Trip]

That was an enjoyable drive!

[@decencywarrior9598]

I'm convinced too .-that I have a better chance of being hit by one of those than ever being behind the wheel of one.

[@margarita8442]

cant even steal the emblem

[@neoclassic09]

I used to drive a 78 continental Mk4 that was like this and it made me understand why old people drove so slowly. I've never realized it but as a 24 year old I was always 5 under the speed limit

[@BubbaSmurft]

"78 continental Mk4" - Looks like you have early onset Alzheimer's, there's no such car.

[@neoclassic09]

@@BubbaSmurft 76 you ever heard of a typo

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Old people golfers (a good walk ruined, according to Churchill), in Sarasota traffic circles clogged with elderly shoppers wearing patent leather white matching shoes, belts, trousers & caps with contrasting pastel shirts to match their Caddillacs (NOT their caddies!).

[@mattsagin717]

Thank you Donald for a thoroughly enjoyable tour. Who was that guy you brought along?

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Some 🤡.

[@ColinGarner-h1t]

Love it .

[@neilblackburn6869]

Another great piece 😎👍

[@eastielover]

I love Donald. He’s so magical to watch!

[@mytinplaterailway]

'washer/dryer' - magic.

[@uisguexjack]

That was right fun... as a Rolls fan big time going back to the beginning... very interesting discussion...

[@adamhose9632]

That is a beautiful machine...🤤🤤🤤

[@Taurusboy07]

I LOVE this car. It is the best Luxury car in my opinion.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Nothing to compare it to.

[@Taurusboy07]

@ Totally agree.

[@jamesallison4875]

Yes Jay, it’s quiet! We old people value that. Haha.

[@ezequiel55]

Jay looks so comfy in that car.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

It's the Newport Rhode Islander in him (does he have 1 on both coasts?). J.B. Fletcher lived in Maine & filmed in Carmel.

[@eeclass20]

You have to remember that prior to there 1904 meeting at the Midland Hotel in Manchester , Henry Royce was already making high quality motors, dynamos and over head cranes in his premises in Hulme Manchester. So electric power is part of Rolls Royce dna! As an aside Ford built the first Model T in the UK just a couple of miles away at Trafford Park.

[@billolsen4360]

Last time I drove a new Rolls Royce was about 1987, parking cars at a celebrity charity lunch. I was only 2 blocks so can't say much about it except it seems like I was in a Jed Clampett's mansion on wheels.

[@quincee3376]

Awesome stuff.

[@gonepostal9101]

Impressed Jay knew how to mess with the radio/ac/hvac buttons. Sure, he owns one, but, heck, I still don’t know all the buttons and settings in my MDX. Lolol

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Doesn't it have iDrive under a panel? Idiot buttons redundant, like E65 745i.

[@SuperMauricem]

Love this as a Rolls, electric propulsion system was really ideal for the marque. The design looks Rolls Royce you would not mistake it for anything else on the road. I do love this review as it really makes you think of what the ride and feel is about great sales material for RollsRoyce…..😊

[@fepatton]

Jay: “I don’t quite get the Cullinan.” Donald: “(Sigh)” 🤣 This is a lovely car. Electric is the obvious choice for a car that is about quiet luxury and RR have absolutely nailed it. Wish I could afford one! 😂

[@limit55]

“Phantom has a washer dryer combination look to it” 😂

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Phantom designed in The City for people who work there & looks it, even wheel:vehicle height is calculated specifically.

[@mariojurman4113]

Just back from an 6000 km trip to the Canary Islands + 2700 km on the ship

[@tpjohnson6304]

Something you've never heard in a Jay Leno video...the quiet shuffling of clothing. That is an impressively silent car.

[@mariojurman4113]

The smoothness and quietness is also what I love at my Mitsubishi Sigma 3.0V6 12V

[@throughmyeyes9940]

and don't forget the 500ci 76 Cadillac Coupe De Ville

[@unowen-nh9ov]

'76 was smog mods & people pay BMW premium for I6.

[@pivkaaa]

Compared to the Rolls of the pre-war era, I think the biggest leap is the service once per 3 years.. No pun intended :] I think Jay should do his voice over in this car, sound quality is insane.. And they are driving about, lol :]

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Weren't pre-War all coachbuilt & so individual? While now Bespoke & unique $30+ MILLION!

[@sdry]

I used to hate EVs but this is amazing. Now when old this is perfect car for wwithout v8 someting roaring.

[@Cowboy_moonman396]

I can’t remember what music industry individual it was I heard this say, maybe a rocker, but he said that the best car for anyone who produces music is a Rolls Royce because of quiet they are and how great the sound is from the speakers. An electric Rolls with an audiophiles wet dream of a sound system seems like a logical paring to me.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Lennon painted his psychedelic.

[@mattskustomkreations]

Gorgeous car, especially the rear 3/4 view and the su£cide doors!

[@opera93]

Well, thanks .. oddly interesting discourse……….& some VEHICLE stuff, etc.

[@firstnamelastname8060]

"I'm working on my tan, Jay". "You're going to need a bigger Sun".

[@u.e.u.e.]

... and one for me, please! 😎

[@johnfrei9057]

They’ve improved the styling for sure. Less blingy and more class.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

You can still get starlight ceiling if you want bling.

[@towerdave4836]

The first Roller that in one iteration makes all the others look old fashioned. The first Roller that I can actually say “ I want one”.

[@Stijn5]

Not really though. Only point to buying a RR is the backseats of a Phantom EWB.

[@urbanstrencan]

EV power is the solution that Rolls Royce should always had

[@hirampriggott1689]

I'm just like Jay Leno. I drive my car on Sachuest beach rd. just like he does. ....except my car is a 1979 Plymouth Volare station wagon.

[@azmike3572]

"The Sound of Silence" (Simon & Garfunkel, 1964)

[@unowen-nh9ov]

"The Look of Love" (Dusty Springfield, Bacharach & David, 1967)

[@azmike3572]

@@unowen-nh9ov Will have to listen to that. Thanks.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

@@azmike3572 Both classics from films.

[@JoeMama827]

But, does it have the Ernst Stavro Blofeld option? Like the Mercury Marquis with the de Sade option.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Blofeld killed Mrs. Bond from the rear of a Mercedes 600 Pullman limousine.

[@JerryC25]

I can’t believe how quiet that is lmao

[@Achilles_2024]

Wow 🤩 will you buy one of those Donald ? That vehicle would suit you well sir 😉

[@terryboehler5752]

My dad took me for a ride in a Buick Electra 225 in the '60's. He had done some work to it for the neighbor across the street. He gave me an assignment. I was to tell him when the transmission shifted gears. I could not.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Probably why Silver Shadow had GM automatic.

[@avmelidor]

The 2 wise men

[@woodwelder]

Donald was seriously focused on the road 😂😂 didn’t want to scratch it ….not quite white knuckle …..😇

[@melvinburwell8202]

Pass the grey mustard. 😅 Jolly good gentlemen.❤️💜💙😁😎🤑

[@stevevarga8621]

It’s not important at all but the mustard is called ‘Grey Poupon’ but it’s not grey mustard.

[@BubbaSmurft]

@@stevevarga8621 It IS important. Grey mustard is bad mustard.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

​@@BubbaSmurftNot if it's the seeds in the Dijon, like Grey Poupon Country Dijon.

[@ALXXR63AMG]

Jay and Donald in the Car always means Business in the front Party in the rear…maybe after 5th November Jay could be driven by another Donald !

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Duck?

[@DeutschlandGuy]

It was nice of Jay to transport his Spectre all the way to the east coast, just to let Donald take it for a spin for an hour. 🤣

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

This is our Spectre from the Audrain Collections, not Jay’s. Thanks for watching!

[@dlschgo]

Jay--again working for Rolls. Another sale.

[@shamona7121]

We gotta bring back the luxobarges

[@jimdellavecchia4594]

Like driving a living room!!

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Check 007 in rear of Corniche convertible in OHMSS, true there as well, even seating 3.

[@Misterlucas134]

I saw Nick in this leaving the show a month ago. It'd be nice to see his opinion too.

[@biskotak9053]

Thank you...I'll take one. Hahahhaaaa.....i dont see that coming

[@kasm10]

Where did you film this?

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

Middletown, Rhode Island!

[@XceedDriver]

I wonder how quiet the Spectre is compared to the Celestiq? I’d love to drive either of these beasts!

[@MarinCipollina]

They both drive a Celestiq in another video.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Bet Caddy doesn't have starlight headliner.

[@ИбрагимИсламов555]

Jay, make a fresh episode of your Bentley Turbo R. Would be nice to look at it from today"s perspecrive.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Particularly because Rolls & Bentley were using BMW engines in those days, in fact I think that gave Munich an edge when VW thought they were buying Rolls with Bentley.

[@MD-xb1qw]

Damn. Jay sounds much older now. 🥲

[@unowen-nh9ov]

We all are, if he's like my university friends he's busier now than when he was working & touring full-time.

[@kevindimauro9689]

I’ll take 3 .

[@LlyleHunter]

I wonder when an electric 4dr Ghost will premiere

[@johndavey72]

I thought the Camargue was ugly until ..........Sorry Jay , the present line up knock the Camargue into a cocked hat however well appointed and quiet it is . I still rate the series 1 Jaguar XJ6 as the supreme o the supreme !

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Camargue failed Pininfarina attempt @ large luxury car, would happen again with Allante. ALL Lyon's vehicles were exceptional, he actually drove prototypes home to assess them in his driveway.

[@gfalcon]

These two guys need to swap wardrobes for a day. Donald could probably pull off the denim look

[@waqarghulam3548]

What is the range? Why so much camber in the front wheels?

[@unowen-nh9ov]

There is so much camber in the wheels to improve range.

[@mariojurman4113]

It is a Model 1990

[@stutzbearcat5624]

How much down? How much fo'financements?

[@unowen-nh9ov]

If you have to ask...

[@reelreeler8778]

Makes no sense to me that this channel only has 58K subscribers.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Keeping the peasants away. Like Grey Poupon. Or a Rolls.

[@oonwing]

Between Mr. Osbourne and Tim Allen, Jay has cool car friends. 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@Joolz777]

👍👍👍👍👍🌶😎😎😎😎😎 From the UK...

[@douglasdennett4583]

This viewer loves the idea of driving this super fine auto to the next Ms. Angelina Jordan's Magical Jazz & Pop Music Concert - Yes.!!!

[@robertpatrick3350]

You don’t drive such a vehicle you promenade.

[@lkendrix7782]

RR Spectre! Forget that it’s a Rolls-Royce! Pretend it’s a brand new automobile manufacturer with a strange unpronounceable name. Even if it were a Ford, Chevy, Toyota, Tesla, Lucid, BMW, Mercedes-Benz or any other well established car manufacturer! This is just a Beautiful Automobile! End of story!

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Unpronounceable? It was a box office hit for 007 & looks like a Wraith, though Rolls pretty much brand new manufacturer this century, complete with new Goodwood factory.

[@LCculater]

I can’t believe you have not reviewed a LC 509 LEXUS 😂

[@unowen-nh9ov]

It doesn't exist.

[@stevehartley7504]

To waft in luxury at speed!!!!!!

[@josephnapolitano277]

Felix and Oscar 😂❤ thanks for the awesome video ❤✌️🇺🇸

[@billolsen4360]

Hah! Right on comparison.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Bert & Ernie? Hope & Crosby?

[@josephnapolitano277]

@unowen-nh9ov Love it 😀

[@unowen-nh9ov]

@@josephnapolitano277 Butch & Sundance, Thelma & Louise, minus cliff.

[@dr.buzzvonjellar8862]

Where is the Grey Poupon dispenser?

[@unowen-nh9ov]

In the refrigerator, of course. Or in the door next to the brolly or just pump the flying lady.

[@josephrobichaud5198]

Fantastic car for about 1% of people that are looking to buy a car. The new high HP cars are killing hundreds of people a year, millions in court fines and fees causing insurance costs to go through the roof.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

No, drivers do that (y'know, like guns) & Rolls will never manufacture enough of anything for about 1% of people that are looking to buy a car.

[@nickpaz2421]

What’s the cost of that car? Never said it.

[@SRX2004]

About $500,000.00

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Bespoke means buyer decide$.

[@memphis_sean8169]

I think they call that a preset button 😂

[@Czechbound]

Oddly enough, here in Prague, CZ as I sit in suburbia surrounded by Communist built "Krushevska" housing blocks, there is a new Roll Royce showroom 500m up the street. It certainly looks incongruous in postcode where the average gross monthly salary is $1000

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Volvo & Lotus now owned by ☭ 🇨🇳 billionaire oligarch, which I would also have thought was oxymoron.

[@Czechbound]

@@unowen-nh9ov "Two systems, one country"