Jaguar XKSS Reborn? | Jay Leno's Garage

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[@infinite7501]

I've been through his shop in Austin. It's like a hospital. They hand fabricate everything. Not just Jaguars. They had an Aston Martin that was in bare metal at the time and it was flawless. Upper echelon of restoration shops!

[@trex1940]

I've been there too. Truly craftsman that work there. I think I might back by and day hi, it's just down the road.

[@jasonvandervalk3679]

The best thing about jay Leno he doesn't just collect he knows his car

[@cluelessbeekeeping1322]

Wait, what? Austin? I live in Austin....I must go here...where is it????

[@Jason.cbr1000rr]

@@cluelessbeekeeping1322 google it if these two dont reply to this poor person of you 😃😄

[@cluelessbeekeeping1322]

@@Jason.cbr1000rr Rodger Dodger!

[@d.rodrickeamon6133]

I had Closed Captions on, and every time the "exhaust camera" was showing the car going through the gears, the CC said, "Music." So true.

[@MuitoDaora]

The steering wheel screws are aligned! YES! This is perfection on wheels, the dedication on building it is magnificent.

[@martyhaynes6976]

I noticed that at Pebble Beach one time...even the little cross-head screws on the instrument faces were all undercut and aligned...crazy.

[@woodrims]

Steering wheel by Mike Lempert

[@jaimykok6533]

This is one of those interesting Jay Leno video's where everything is just right. Interesting and sharp guest, a beautiful car which is build by said guest and an interested Jay.

[@spimper1]

I wish they had a bit more "shizzle" in their camera work and editing ala Top Gear, but I do like the show. They don't have anywhere near the TG budget. TG/BBC tried to hire him, but he turned down the gig. I had never heard of seen a XKSS. Very sweet. JLR was going to make a EV 60s era E-type for $300K and cancelled the program, I guess due to lack of interest and a high price point.

[@timothydraper3687]

@@spimper1 I actually prefer the lower tech/'lack of shizzle' in Jays videos, it has me feeling more like I'm along for the ride somehow.

[@billsherer9815]

When you listen to their conversation it shows the fantastic depth of Jay's automotive knowledge. He really is an encyclopedia of vehicular history.

[@philipdubuque9596]

Arguably the sexiest looking car of all time. For Mr. Mooney to create a tweaked tribute to the original Steve McQueen car is way beyond cool. Must have been a blast to throw it around up in 'the twisties'. A real work of art and a great episode!

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

I saw a British racing green XKE convertible in my grocery store parking lot. That was the most beautiful car I've seen in the flesh. The older gentleman was exiting his car and I blurted out, "That is one beautiful car".

[@eskamobob8662]

I am very much so not a fan of the classic sexy Ferraris (f40 and dinos are just fugly imo), but the xkss just seriously does something for me. Much much more so than a 250gto or even an f1, this is my true no-budget dream car

[@realMaverickBuckley]

@@eskamobob8662 There's something about mid 50s to late 60s Jags that just... mmm

[@eskamobob8662]

@@realMaverickBuckley I just seriously love all those cars. Tbh my love for jag looks kinda stopped when the e-type came out though. I think I even like the xk150 more than even the s1 etype

[@CloudyShinobi]

One of the best guests that Jay’s ever featured and arguably top 3 coolest and most beautiful cars Jay’s ever featured. Thx for sharing it with us

[@mdub1955]

I love the tribute given to the absolute King of Cool. I was 8 years old when I watched the Great Escape... Steve's motorcycle scenes stole my imagination. For the next six years I worked doing anything I could to earn money, saved it all, and at 14 walked into a dealership and paid cash for a new bike. I raised some serious hell on that bike... great memories. At 18, I had an accident while racing, woke up in a hospital room, and recall my mom breaking down in my dad's arms. I remember thinking that wasn't a good sign. Multiple surgeries and 48 years later I still ride an Electra Glide Ultra Classic with my wife as the trusty copilot. We have logged many miles across the US and Canada and owe a good piece of our adventures to the inspiration gifted many years ago by Mr. McQueen.

[@NickRatnieks]

Dan Mooney is a very classy understated guy- having created such a masterpiece of engineering.

[@WilfChadwick]

His understanding demeanor, is something that doesn't always translate, reminds me of a British company under US command in Korea

[@timothydraper3687]

He's still got his 'MET police British detective demeanor' after transitioning from that job, one gets the sense that nothing escapes him and he doesn't make rushed decisions.

[@elagace03]

Mr. Mooney is the epitome of class, great job on this exceptional Jaguar!

[@sysop007]

The detail and love in that car, he’s gotta be the biggest McQueen fan around. I’d take that car over any Ferrari from that era. Beautiful car. Brilliant!👏🏼👏🏼

[@HRM.H]

What a stunning vehicle. The curves are amazing

[@melvinburwell8202]

Magnificent vehicle. Nothing on the road then or since with that styling. Very nice. A real sports car. 👍😎😍👍🤩👍

[@parrotraiser6541]

When I was young, a friend of my father had a 1954 D-type, which I worshipped, polished, and occasionally got to ride in. There's one feature of this car which is necessarily different from the prototype, since the motor is a lot taller and not tilted as much; the power bulge in the hood is larger and centred. The real thing had the bulge towards the left side. (Passenger on the original car, because they were RHD.) I'll bet they had trouble keeping the steering column and the exhaust from interfering with each other when building this one.

[@alanburke76]

As nice as a V8 sounds, whether American or European, a straight 6 like this is such a beautiful sounding engine.

[@thechemtrailkid]

yes. i love the buzz straight sixes of this vintage have. it conveys a sort of willingness to want to be pushed

[@MichaelCarmichael]

The best video since the McQueen or Bizzarini. Congratulations to Dan Mooney for building such a spectacular gem - an updated and uprated XKSS -- Mcqueen would be more than delighted. Jay Leno did a wonderful job of describing and driving this amazing Jaguar. I hope to see many more modern classics on Jay's channel.

[@ajay-xjs]

The D type is one of my favourite car shapes of all time and this XKSS is perfection! Stunning.

[@Nicolchu_]

And the XJ13... I'm drooling now hmmmm :)

[@dreddguy6454]

It reminds me of Penelope Pitstops car.

[@Nicolchu_]

@@dreddguy6454 Pink & Yellow with bushy eyebrows?

[@dreddguy6454]

@@Nicolchu_ it's just missing the umbrella!

[@mjh5437]

@@dreddguy6454 And the equally gorgeous Penelope!!

[@barrettwbenton]

Had to watch this back-to-back with Jay's previous ride in the OG Jag (which I recommend everyone do): same big smiles, same heart-pumping run-by. I would say Mr. Mooney has accomplished his goal with a mad flourish, something you can't easily put a price-tag on.

[@jonmassengale4878]

One of the best JLG episodes ever. 1990 Mazda Miata Wheelbase 89.2 in Curb weight 2100 lbs

[@jp3576]

OMG, listen to that thing start up! Like popping steel bubbles. Beautiful.

[@richmeyer2064]

About the time this car was built my dad took me at 5 years old for a spin in a Jag XK140 roadster. It was frightening! I was glad to get back to the safety of our 55 Ford Fairlane convertible. I want another try with THIS Jag!

[@CubeCyclone]

"It's fast, from zero to however brave you're feeling..." 🤣 Absolutely stunning vehicle and so much character you just won't find these days with mainstream vehicles. Just gorgeous!

[@ronlynch7744]

I know Steve McQueen would approve of this Masterpiece. Excellent one Jay, thanks. 😎👍🇨🇦

[@mythrusthelema]

I have been drooling through the whole episode. I am assuming that he brought it so the folks as the Peterson could see it. You get to play with all the cool toys Jay, thanks for sharing, your Mom should be proud 👍

[@fiouable]

Get over yourself

[@michaelhill7471]

@@fiouable go to bed little girl.

[@williamwinslowhansen]

This is a absolutely stunning motorcar . I’ve always had a deep deep love for this jaguar . Amazing and with the extra power it must be a absolute lightning bolt . The original car was fast this must be capable of close to 190 mph . I’d be curious to see one of the jaguar factory continuation cars aside this . I’ve only seen photos and videos but to me this almost seems a little more beautiful. I am curious if this is perhaps a massive improvement from the original with brakes that actually work without needing to rev the engine first.

[@corvanha1]

In later years Jaguar became a bit lazy touring vehicles with the XJS as an absolute zero point but Mercedes did the same thing when the era of classic motor racing was finished as their 230 SL was no sports car any more but a grand tourer. And think of Pegaso, Cunningham, Talbot Lago, Panhard DB, Gordini, Abarth, Maserati, Ferrari, Lancia, Alpine, Matra and many more who made the pure sports/racing vehicles of the period, a time lost forever now in electric boredom

[@bobschenkel7921]

Beautiful one-off replica. It took Jay a whole 6:26 before "McLaren" came out.

[@mikepelz7004]

HaHa🤣

[@crusherbmx]

Jay now intentionally mentions the McLaren just because we expect it...and I'm cool with that, if I had one EVERYBODY would know about it.

[@wyskass861]

I wonder if Jay is on the buy list for the GMA T.50. Promises to be another masterpiece, and maybe an even better investment.

[@FFE-js2zp]

Wow. If possible to pick an all time best car, that’s it right there.

[@azizhachimi8744]

his is one of the BEST looking cars I have ever seen! Kudos to the gentleman who did the build and to Jay who gave him the opportunity to show the fruit of 2 years of hard work! RIP Steve McQueen!

[@JonDraeger]

This and the Lola T-70 are for me the pinnacle of auto design. What beautiful work of art.

[@Jcrpdx]

History & art on wheels produced & presented by Jay Leno for all of us to enjoy. Thanks Jay!

[@MrBluoct]

Dan- and extended team - incredible talents

[@chasingwheels]

Not only a very gifted engineer, a great voice, joyful and very happy about the ultimate car specialist, Jay Leno, praising this car for what it is: a piece of art !!!

[@flylear45]

The most beautiful car ever built. I thought so 45 years ago and still do. My bucket list car was an E-type, but I settled for an 2005 XKR. I still just walk around it and admire it's lines. Thank you Jaguar.

[@Jason.cbr1000rr]

Wow that car looks so nice! Looks like a aston marton a bit. Good for you its a very nice car. Have you looked into the newer F-type jaguar or anything like that?

[@pieteri.duplessis]

I've been a Jaguar fan since my teens. What a delight to see this.

[@IchibanMoto]

wow that's so awesome. love cars where fun kicks in at lower speeds

[@wallymarx9646]

That was fantastic. Once again, the true enthusiast dedicated to the craft proves to be the ultimate interview subject. What a fantastic automobile.

[@xk120limited7]

Thanks Jay. Always a Jaguar fan, you bring back memories of the seventies when Steve's car was at a party at our house in Malibu. It was my inspiration to form XKSS-Inc a company to make XKSS reproductions. I made only 2 cars, based on the same XKE components, before selling the company as XK's Unlimited. Should have kept them. As I have aged and retired Mr. Mooney's artwork and restoration skills still inspire me to complete my alloy XK120 restoration project. Keep up the good work. Mike May

[@kevins7093]

Absolutely beautiful, major kudos on a job well done!

[@slambo70]

This will always be my dream car, the ultimate Jag, and I love Jags

[@hawlikd]

I could listen to these two guys forever.

[@michaelmartinez1345]

What a beautiful machine!!! Wow, and the performance along with that marvelous sound of that engine!!! Just beautiful !!! One of Jay's best guests and cars for sure !!!

[@DetailxpertsNet1]

Starting the vid with that sound is always an assurance of an epic vid.

[@petepure3387]

Great Video as always Jay. Thank you... On a Triumph being used by the Germans in WW2. The Brits left a lot of equipment, vehicles and firearms behind after Dunkirk. The Germans used that equipment for the rest of the war. At one point they even had entire battalions of German soldiers equipped with "Lee-Enfield 303" rifles so the use of a Triumph motorcycle is certainly not impossible. :)

[@tonyb9735]

The engine note is fabulous!

[@kurt1618]

Nice job Jay, this is one of my favorite reviews ever.

[@lobsterwhisperer7932]

cool

[@Cas_anova]

That's sooo beautiful. It's a design that does not age. Every decade since it's came out it would be considered beautiful and it will continue like that. 100%

[@06VistaBlueGT1]

A fellow McQueen fan like myself. Love his watch he has on (Tag Heuer Monaco). And such an amazing car he had created! Steve would love it. 👏👏

[@ATomRileyA]

Really amazing build, great video too. So great that people do things like this. I am sure Steve McQueen would have loved it too.

[@n3307v]

What an amazing, gorgeous replica. The D, XKSS, and E are all rolling works of art. However, I still think Malcolm Sayer's magnum opus was the XJ13. To my mind, the most beautiful car ever designed and built. I also think Porsche spent a good deal of time designing the body of the Boxster with an eye on the XJ13. Thanks for making these Jay!

[@Nicolchu_]

I 100% agree with the xj13.... The Most Famous Car in the World by Philip Porter is a must read!

[@BubbaSmurft]

I agree with the XJ13, one of the most beautiful cars of all time; have the Autoart model on my dining room table but a HUGE no to the Boxster as it was loosely designed with an eye on the 550 Spyder (I have the Boxster showcar model in my living room) and it really has NO lines that evoke thoughts of the XJ13.

[@BubbaSmurft]

@david woods Yep, we ran outta fuel in the '70's, the Ozone hole never recovered and acid rain has destroyed all the trees.

[@keithhoughton4308]

For me the C type is prettier. This car looks to have been blinged for the American market. The most beautiful of Sayer's designs was the XP/11. This prototype car sat between the D and E type. Sadly that car was recycled by the factory. Would make a fantastic alternative body for a Proteus or similar replica.

[@jst4curiosity704]

Breathtaking quality work on that XKSS replica!

[@sexylover780]

WOW! Is that ever the coolest Jay! This guy pulled out all the stops and actually made it better than the original. I can't even imagine the amount of time and labor that went into building that car, he did a fantastic job! Well done would be an understatement.

[@zekelucente9702]

This guy is such a focused and accomplished man and I absolutely love that he wears a Williams jersey. Loyalty matters.

[@johnmc9406]

Truly art on wheels. Well done to you guys for honoring Steve and accomplishing the final product. I'm not an emotional person but this one got me down to another level! Thanks

[@brunotulliani]

Well said and and best comment!

[@DetailxpertsNet1]

+1 here

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

The stories really add to the car itself

[@DeutschlandGuy]

19:39 Given Jay's struggle just to get into the car, it would be amusing to see how he managed to get back out. I'm guessing he either had to grab on to one of the Stertil-Koni lifts or have the crew turn the car upside down and shake him out. Haaaa! 😅🤣😂

[@joaoportesantava1412]

They where all smiles at the end! I love cars that I can use all the power like Jay says and there is nothing like these cars from the 50’s and 60’s, light and no assistance in driving aids. You get to feel the road, you actually get a workout when controlling it during the turns, your left leg with the clutch. I would give anything to own a car like that or even drive one. I’ll keep working hard and who knows one day

[@sickjohnson]

This video is so epic to me...it starts out with this absolutely incredible remake of one of the rarest cars in the world, tearing up the canyons in the Calli hills! The epitome of true automotive enthusiasts right here! Mad respect guys, and thank you for the education.

[@rabfallon4507]

That's Mulholland hwy . Jay can be seen nearly every Sunday at the Rock Store . I'm surprised he didn't take it there to relive his memory of first seeing it . It would've been empty on a weekday.

[@vicburke8479]

Love the sound of that motor

[@javifabela]

It's so cool to hear two true aficionados banter about a car! Thanks guys

[@josephsullivan5145]

I followed this build on their Instagram account. Absolutely beautiful and even better than the original. It sounds and looks beautiful!! Congratulations!!

[@Kelly-oq9nh]

One of the top cars on this show. The side view ! Gorgeous

[@davidhenry2927]

What I love is that it has the same rear lights as my Morris Minor

[@azizhachimi8744]

This os one of the BEST looking cars I have ever seen! Kudos to the gentleman who did the build and to Jay who gave him the opportunity to show the fruit of 2 years of hard work! RIP Steve McQueen!

[@ianbedwell4871]

I just love this car and the fantastic effort to build it. It’s something beyond just a car.. it’s art and love and craftsmanship at its very best

[@rjnation5042]

Yeah Jay, that's just a beautiful recreation, Rj in Oz

[@gordonvanlieshout8134]

My dream car also. Thanks for the ride. Safe travels!

[@АлександрШатан-к6г]

Damn, what can be more beautiful than this car? Thank you Jay.

[@The-Enthusiast47]

Yesss one of my favourite all time cars!

[@gjpopper3863]

Forty two years after Steve McQueen's death, he's still influencing ,still admired and still being talked about . He died from mesothelioma ,a cancer that starts in the lining of the internal organs .Always associated with asbestos exposure . This cancer is almost always fatal . Terence Steve McQueen March 24, 1930 - November 7, 1980 .

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

Much too young. He was the epitome of cool.

[@SirVic42]

Dan Mooney sounds like he outfits James Bond with cars. "Please, 007, try not to destroy this one."

[@ndh641]

Great achievement. Thank you for sharing.

[@leokimvideo]

Rare to see rain looking clouds in Jay's area.

[@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461]

🤗 I JUST WATCHED BOTH VERSIONS OF THE JAG BACK TO BACK 😎😎 AND THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS WITH US ALL…😍😍😍

[@speakingout6345]

Symphony on wheels. The attention to detail and paint is just awesome.

[@hobo1452]

Jay wasn't driving that beautiful car, he was wearing it!

[@TheJuan72]

That's a beautiful looking car, reminds me of Speedracer cartoon.

[@azizhachimi8744]

Jay does not give compliments that easy and yet he gave the gentleman a lot of compliments throughout the episode!

[@cenoviopereira8603]

4:15 -4:33 I love how he kills with him that

[@tunnelrabbit2625]

Brilliant as always. Yet there is nothing better than the 'first time'. It was one of my favorites too. We restored Triumphs back in the 1980's. The best TR-4 had a GT-6 Plus motor, exhaust, and suspension. That was a great motor too. A hard to find Triumph would be a GT-6.

[@markphillips2648]

Officially my favorite show to watch, thank you Jay Leno !

[@stormbringr00]

I never realized that this car had a wheelbase just a little smaller than my MGB. Its overall length is 4 inches longer than my MGB though. A truly beautiful machine, its the Jag I've always wanted.

[@mustafasfleas7342]

Jay thank you for publishing this exposé of the Jaguar XKSS it was one of the the most wonderful throwback moments to my misspent childhood youth!!!

[@1stopwatch]

Absolutely Amazing ..excellent craftsmanship and a true work of Art!!

[@joewilder]

My neighbor and best friend when I was a kid had to spend 2 years in Boys Republic in Whittier. (reform school) Steve was an alumni and used to come by and visit with the guys doing time there.

[@waynecampbell2249]

And Danny is wearing the Perlsols ! One of my epic favorite clips . Thanks Jay .

[@BlackheartCharlie]

"... it's a fast car from zero to however brave you're feeling." - Love it!!!

[@richardgutteridge2127]

Truly stunning.

[@caribman10]

The original design was brilliant for its time, no doubt. The simple fact that the car is as aerodynamic at those extreme speeds bespeaks genius.

[@shanavlakaram4919]

I love watching jay review classic cars

[@BubbaSmurft]

Yes and even new ones like this one.

[@MBSLC]

Fanatastic! Thank you Dan and Jay!

[@Not-a-bot222]

I’ve watched this episode I think twice now…this episode, the Daytona coupe and a ew others are just great

[@jerryrounds8586]

Thanks Jay. A real treat.

[@limer4330]

Best looking car I've ever seen. I always was in love with Steves car but this one wins it for me.

[@fedorsynthman]

If you turn on subtitles on 26:10 at the moment when Jay throttles the car the subtitle says MUSIC, thats an ideal translation of the moment.

[@aamaadmitopics7628]

thrill of a lifetime...so true

[@cliffdavis5244]

I saw this at Pebble Beach when Jay displayed it there. Awesome car!

[@andyleo8418]

This guy knows his stuff. Like a walking British car encyclopedia.

[@whodeycinbengals]

Seriously McQueens Jaguar is a dream car. Also, I noticed the owner of the car is wearing the watch that McQueen made famous, the Heuer Monaco!

[@soyounoat]

Just a great entertaining video here. Two hardcore enthusiasts brimming with knowledge and one amazing car.

[@IDamian1]

Good to see Leno back on his heels (or I should say with his arms folded, for the first time ever) when he was being schooled! But he came back to go head to head...cool video in all!

[@Jibbahrish1]

Had to watch this twice! Perfection. Best channel on youtube! And thank you J!

[@ScottyLo]

Wow what a rolling work of art