1931 Duesenberg Model J Town Car - Jay Leno's Garage

1931 Duesenberg Model J Town Car. When Jay found the last original-owner, unrestored Duesenberg in the world languishing in a Manhattan parking garage, he knew he had to call in an expert. Thanks to Randy Ema, this Woods-bodied car owned by the Strauss family is finally back on the road.
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1931 Duesenberg Model J Town Car - Jay Leno's Garage
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[@JP-nh3iv]

I'm just glad that guys like Leno and Allen save cars like these

[@mikehotchkiss8975]

I do not envy Jay's money or his cars. The man worked hard and saved his cash. Thanks for your generosity sharing your passion with us. Just thrilled you put enough aside to bring this one back

[@simplesimon8255]

Congrats. Want a medal?

[@mikehotchkiss8975]

@@simplesimon8255 it would be a simple one so no

[@martinmller7410]

"The Duesenberg - section of the garage"....My God!

[@HHH-ye1ro]

I have 4 cars. “Here is the Fusion wing (2 2011s), the Chrysler wing (2013 200) and the Acura wing (03 MDX). All have over 200,000 miles, and are original, and unrestored😁”

[@greathornedowl3644]

Here is the Corvette section of my garage, they are all original, they say Hotwheel or Matchbox underneath

[@mrmoralman1]

Here is a section in my garage

[@claumeister1]

Really ... Count the cars, then multiple by $1 Million . At least.

[@brittroberts5042]

I always say this the weedeater section of my garage,this is the 2 cycle oil section......etc etc

[@tails22x]

Man, I love J's style of review. No bs, no gimmicks, no overt endorsements to things not related. Just cars, their history and pure facts portrayed.

[@tonylittle3508]

I have seen a Duesenberg once in my life here in New Zealand, absolutely jaw-dropping in the flesh, and I could not believe what I was seeing.

[@andromedaiscoming185]

In the flesh lol, weird expression to use for a car.

[@duelenigma7732]

The size of the tires seemed enormous when I say one in a Vancouver show

[@radioguy1620]

Randy and his Crew did a great job,

[@Whymcycle]

My parents were friends with Ema's parents, Mary Lou & Chris. My dad was a car buff, drove Citroens in the 50s, 60s & 70s. They're all gone now but it is nice to finally meet the younger Ema, and see the cars he was renowned for caring for. I am a Model A Ford user, not restorer.. Cheers!.

[@shankarbalan3813]

Jay is simply the best. What a fantastic person he is. To allow us lesser mortals to enjoy these wonderful pieces of automotive history.

[@darrylwbraun]

Something nobody seems to have commented on is Jay's driving skill. If that's an original gearbox, I assume it did not have syncromesh and Jay did a pretty good job of shifting. You can even hear once in a while he'd push the gear and wait for it to mesh (grinding gears) till he got the speeds matched and got'er in. That is not an easy skill to master. He's not just a rich guy with cool cars, he's a true "car guy".

[@mattkaustickomments]

Definitely NOT ugly! Thanks Jay, for spending the $$ to bring this car back to life!

[@marvindebot3264]

The average Dusey owner: "This is my pride and joy, my Duesenberg". Jay: "Here in the Duesenberg wing . . . "

[@MrWolfSnack]

Its only next to the Ferrari wing and around the corner from the Cadillac wing

[@tarstarkusz]

What is at 12:34 ? There are two of them (one on the other side). Are they horns?

[@olafsfamily2097]

@@tarstarkusz yes horns

[@retroguy9494]

Well, when you're worth 300 million dollars which was made from telling jokes someone else wrote and interviewing people, YOU'D have an entire "wing" too!

[@Kit_Bear]

This car is a work of art, it truly is stunning, this is the reason why I love the old America, America has lost a skill that I fear will never be gained again, I tip my hat to the restorer, Just beautiful.

[@HollywoodF1]

Today, those same people are designing iPhones. It's not so much that we've lost skill, we just don't have the capacity to retain the state of the art for every single era that we pass through. Imagine what Americans will be doing 5000 years from now. Do we then decry Americans as losers because there is no longer a bunch of people who can design things from the 3400s?

[@parentsbasement7734]

The restorer owns basically all the original designs and build sheet from the factory so when someone brings a one in he can go and find the original blueprints and build sheets and if parts are warn out and unusable he has the plans and can replicate almost everything. Its amazing i hope he has people to pass this knowledge and all the documentation too who will carry on

[@Slowhand871]

I think there are way more American custom car manufacturers today than ever before. Plus look a,Tesla. That will smoke any car on the world 0-60. Innovation is alive and well in America.

[@ChairmanMeow1]

@@HollywoodF1 Good comment

[@OFFICIAL_VIDEO_AWARDS]

Not just America everywhere

[@conz000]

The skill required from so many experts with these restorations blows me away

[@LRS905]

I truly enjoy Leno´s reviews of older cars instead of the new ones. There is a certain charm on watching all these beautiful things with mechanic works. I get kind of bored watching the modern computerized cars, but in these, it is wonderful to see for instance the valves going back and forth in older engines. Glad Leno loves these cars and has the hard cash to keep them top notch. Maybe he should open a museum and make a return on the investment...

[@markfrance9924]

I am so glad this rich comedian is such a mechanical car/truck/bike guy he gets to do this and show us in a down to earth way 👍✔️🇺🇸 He is a rolling art historian that will go down in history for this passion as well as his terrific well balanced comedy and the best talk show ever ! Thanks Jay from all your fans once again 👍✔️🇺🇸

[@justtime6736]

At least money going to something other than money laundering charities and non-profits.

[@RamblinAround]

What an amazing machine, so glad you saved it.

[@chieftp]

"here we are in the Duesenberg section..." most people will never even see a Duesenberg, let alone own one. this guy has an entire collection of them. that's like having a collection of Moog modular synthesizers.

[@VADORT]

+chieftp a collection of rembrant !

[@BoostedPastime]

I know right, I'm over here admiring Toyota's and Honda's lol. rich man rich tastes!

[@theothertonydutch]

+chieftp But he does take them out and show them to people, doesn't he?

[@chieftp]

Ja Kooistra it appears he actually drives all his cars at some point (around the block and back.)

[@royaltoncoal1971]

Speaking of Moog synthesizers, U have one marketed by Radio Shack ,in the early 80's late 70's I don't have it to look at ,but its about 1/4 to 1/3 as long as a standard piano keyboard ,and it was nearly $400 then .Could you tell me of this is worth anything?

[@laohantun7404]

Its so classy Jay.....really take back us back to 80 years plus....thanks a lot.

[@Roeham]

Must be a real treat to live nextdoor to Jay's garage You'll never know what he might decide to come out with, but you can bet it's going to be damn impressive

[@chuckschillingvideos]

For those who aren't familiar with Duesenbergs and other vintage automobile makes, a Duesenberg left the factory as a rolling chassis - they did not have bodies nor interiors. It was up to the owner to choose a coachbuilder to create the body and interior components and as a result every Duesenberg on earth is a unique, one-off creation. There is no such thing as a "stock" Duesenberg.

[@outspokengenius]

Well they are considered stock if not mechanically modified. The body maker walker was owned by duesenberg. The LeBaron dual cowl phaetons are all the same except for color. Also if you buy an original and rebody it with a modern body it is still considered 100% original because of the fact that they didn't come with bodies.

[@preston8083]

@@outspokengenius Thank you both for the great information. Fascinating cars!

[@plunder1956]

I just love the style name Jay gave the interior design "Early Bordello". It is funny; but frankly it's true. Just look at it.

[@johnbrown303]

Incredibly beautiful car.

[@lynnmcculloch-m4h]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@mathieuclement8011]

Tell what you want about Jay, but this guy has passion. He's not a collector of shiny and pretty cars, he has enough passion and knowledge to acquire a 1920s car in very bad shape and restore it (even through Randy) to its past glory. He is like one of these people working in museums, doing this hard work of taking something old and making it presentable, while keeping it as close as possible as what it would have been like when it was made, matching materials and replacements to match the period and the car as much as possible. You can also tell he is not just collecting shiny toys, because he actually takes the cars on the road. He is also well helped by his team and friends, trusting them enough to literally put his life between their hands, which is why you'll often hear that the brakes have been improved.

[@QueerOkie]

Mathieu Clement I would say he not merely a collector but a curator

[@kd1s]

Randy Ema is an artisan. That he could restore that car to it's glory is testament to that.

[@plainlybasic2300]

Jay says that its not a pretty or good looking car. I cant be the only one to think hes crazy. This car is very pretty, looks better than alot of other cars today.

[@rogerd4559]

and all the cars today look like they are turned out of the same mould

[@Kevin-mx1vi]

It's like an ageing duchess - it may not have looks, but it oozes class.

[@onradioactivewaves]

I think Jay meant what he said with respect to other cars of the same time. It surely looks outclasses anything made today.

[@Lord_KillerBee]

Feel free to checkout the comment I left explaining it but here's a short version: Jay was referring to that it was a very plain looking car compared to other body styles that were made.

[@TWOCOWS1]

Duesenberg is THE car. Nothing compares to it in class and luxury. And these are beautiful, Jay. Really nice. I always dreamed of having a Duesenberg. But it shall remain in the dreamland, unfortunately. Good for you for saving these pieces of American history.

[@the1realanalogman]

Outstanding! Every time I watch one of Jay's videos, I further my education and am humbled by how little I know about automotive history! Jay is literally the curator of an amazing car museum where all of the stuff gets maintained and driven as intended! Talk about ultimate cool!

[@weezerfan3571]

"this is not a pretty car" this is one of the prettiest cars i've ever seen

[@16rumpole]

how much did Jay have to pay for this restoration?

[@brucecharlie8613]

By restoration you mean completely change everything about the car including the interior and the colour and the gearbox

[@pivkaaa]

Front is legendary, back is so bad :d

[@marks2731]

I agree, it is an attractive car.

[@daddyspooge1]

@@16rumpole if you have to ask....

[@lewiswereb8994]

Jay at 8:10: "But if you're a rich guy......" As if he ISN'T! Great guy with a great sense of humor, the first sign of intelligence.Night TV is crap without him.

[@johnkarl8373]

This Duesenberg is very pretty. I love these old automobiles especially the ones by Auburn and Cord. Randy Ema is the man when it comes to bringing these types of old cars back on the road.

[@lazarus0420]

i love the look of cars like that from the late 20's up into the early 40's

[@richardhowe5583]

Thanks Jay..I can't take the talk show hosts of today..I watch reruns of You and Dave and Johnny Carson..I wish you would do a late night show, maybe one night a week if you are tired..🤔👌👍😀

[@dumyjobby]

jay is a national treasure

[@danielporter7914]

M n

[@danielporter7914]

N l z

[@odisbrown6590]

Thanks you Jay for saving such a beautiful car......

[@lynnmcculloch-m4h]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@camaromattflorida1291]

This is hands down my favorite duesenberg! I love the look of these long cars they look so much better than the typical cars of today.

[@elosogonzalez8739]

No matter what style you own, your always drivin' in style! There's an incredibly restored Duesey at a museum. In Phoenix, sadly I don't think it ever sees the light of day. Because of the poor quality of the Phoenix roads and the horrible traffic, I can't really blame the owner. Every one is glorious! Keep 'em rollin'!

[@1PhilHarmonic]

Hello Jay, Great show man and thanks for it. I was riding my bike through NJ and came upon an antique shop and found a "Gabriel" 1932 Model SJ Town Car Duesenberg Metal Kit. I said Leno gotta have this!. I would like to donate this unassembled in the box to you and your Gallery. Contact me if you folks are interested and I will make delivery arrangements. Thanks again. Keep the shiny side up!

[@edr.8835]

That has to be my favorite kind of Duesenberg.

[@13thmistral]

not a pretty car ? you are saying WHAT ?! i love this thing.....i love how it looks like...well better then anything :o its a big blocky thing and you cant realy get more old school then this just love it :)

[@Lambykin]

+13thmistral It's a beautiful car, but he was comparing this particular example to other Duesenbergs. Jay alluded to this when he initially spoke of the original coachbuilder. Compare it to a Murphy-bodied Duesy, and the difference is night and day. Certainly not complaining - would love to own something like this myself.

[@CathyC454]

13thmistral I agree, it's a beautiful car, great style.

[@rogerd4559]

Its built like a motorized stage coach and is still elegant and beautiful

[@nicholasnicholas472]

Thank God for J!!! He is an amazing collector who does it correctly! And he actually drives them which is the best part of owning these precious pieces! I live vicariously through J!!! Love you sir! And thank you so much for sharing all of your knowledge!!!

[@ChairmanMeow1]

I respect jay so much for driving every single car he owns. he doesnt have any garage queens!

[@danbuchner28]

I think this was one of the more beautiful cars of that era. The styling, curves, and lines go well with all the chrome to produce a work of art.

[@huntingtonbeachsasquatch]

The 4th. time for me seeing this video! And as always Mr. Lenno, ...Thank you!🙏😉👍😁 Be Safe And Stay Healthy Because You Have More Cars To Do!😂👍

[@craigpennington1251]

You know it's a shame when people really don't care about what they have and treat it so. To me, those type have no respect and take everything for granted. Jay, thanks for restoring a valued treasure.Your show is King. The other shows are only after $sign& have no respect.

[@radioguy1620]

Another viewer commented there were once other vids of your other cars no longer on the tube, please bring some back , thanks Jay

[@donlum9128]

Thank you Jay for keeping them running and showing it.

[@henglongtanks1]

It's amazing H. Hoover sat in that. Good stuff Jay!

[@bobs182]

This car is beautiful and truely a Duesey.

[@lauranyc4966]

My favorite section of your garage ♥️ each car looks like a piece of jewelry ♥️

[@Miami_tree_house]

Watching Jay's videos is like going to a car museum on steroids for FREE!!! In the museum, I get to look at the vehicle, read up a little bit, and maybe, if I'm lucky walk all the way around it. Jay gives us an opportunity to "feel" the car. His enthusiasm speaks volumes, and his knowledge is presented in a humble way. I'm not a great fan of his comedic work, but boy does Jay make up for it with this great series. Thanks Jay, from the bottom of my heart, these videos will live forever.

[@cleeshann1928]

Beautiful restoration Jay! Thank you for sharing. Can only imagine having one.

[@section8usmc53]

I would hang out in the back seat of that thing just sitting quietly in the garage. So cozy and warm. What an amazing restoration. Outstanding.

[@TheHardik112]

If cars had souls, Leno's garage would be the haven 🌥

[@777jones]

If a car is a good boy or good girl all it’s life then maybe it will go to Jay Leno’s garage.

[@rogerd4559]

so glad men like Leno are around to bring these beauties back

[@miguelcastaneda7236]

go on alameda burbank sat or sunday say 10..12 noon you will see him driveing or trying drive grinding gears or blowing a engine...jerk almost ran me over at irwindale litiature meet

[@Josh-hr5mc]

@@iamalwayswrite I agree but I think they made it tasteful in a new style

[@292carroll]

Jay, when I was a kid probably about 16 (1980) I went with my dad to an old steel building down on Lake Quinsigamond in Shrewsbury Massachusetts inside the steel building there were about seven Duesenberg‘s all in various states of restoration. What they didn’t have they would hand make. One of the most impressive shops I ever went to… These cars truly are works of art.

[@nickmedadd]

While other have Sports car as dream cars, this is my type of dream car.

[@1ClassicCar]

#Yogesh Tiwari I nominate this car's hood ornament "most lethal-looking". Pedestrians beware! @ZGryphon Want to {Visit my site|Hit my page|Check out my website|Skip on over to |Slide on over to ebay.to/29RuaD4 Catch you later

[@MartinSage]

The first car I learned to drive at 13 on the farm was a 2-Ton 1932 flat bed truck. It had a little 4 banger engine that we started by pouring gas down the carb. The gears were super low so it could haul a big stack of hay around the farm. Great fun, memories.

[@hondansx1000]

I wish Jay would do more video's on his Duesy's...but I imagine they're probably some of the most valuable cars in his collection

[@chs75]

He had videos for all of them on his website, but pulled most of them down for some reason.

[@bigredc222]

@@chs75 When you say his website, what are you talking about, he has a page on NBCs web site, and he has this youtube channel, but I didn't find a website?

[@chs75]

@@bigredc222 It was the NBC page for "Jay Leno's Garage".

[@bigredc222]

@@chs75 Thanks, some of the first video's had poor lighting or sound, maybe he wants to redo them, or maybe there was some licensing issues. I just searched Duesenberg and found several video's of him on other people's channels talking about his cars, I found four or five to put on my watch later list.

[@joeh470]

They are beautiful cars

[@graememitchell5742]

Thank you Jay very informative as usual.Your depiction of 30s motoring is fascinating.

[@TheThinker39]

No need to apologize for the car's appearance, Jay. It's beautiful!

[@bombasticbushkin4985]

Wow! A wonderful result. Thanks Jay for the ride-a-long. You're a great guy with an amazing hobby.

[@sportclay1]

I have a friend that has a 1932 model 54 Pierce-Arrow LeBaron. Like Jay he drives it My wife and I have ridden with he and his wife to car shows. What a treat! It is not a Duesenberg but pretty close. The workmanship on this class of American car is really so far beyond anything else from that time period. I am glad there are people like Jay and my friend Jim that are preserving these works of mechanical art so the bar will remain set very high.

[@michaelledford4751]

@ Jay Leno , I am the 2nd owner of a 1936 EL Knucklehead and a 1955 FL Panhead ,both bought new by my father and still registered under the factory " A " title ,my father's name was the same as mine ,I keep the registration & plates renewed by mail so I don't have to retitle either bike . For resale purposes I'm the original owner of both bikes .

[@Steverinomeister]

Not too many people with the means would have restored this car simply for the history and love of the car. Also, pretty cool to see a craftsman in the Ema shop assembling a Duesenberg with an old Craftsman end wrench.

[@carconnoisseur4615]

Im with you jay I like cars ahead of their time in its own time as well A true Car guys philosophy

[@onradioactivewaves]

@ a real manual transmission would be nice as well.

[@timothywegner3173]

I grew up 20 mins from where the Duesenberg, Auburn, and Cord was designed and made. I've seen the prototypes, race cars, and rarest cars. Awesome cars, designs before their time. Love them

[@steinwaygrande3971]

Magnificent car. Saw one on GOODING AUCTION in red with the big flexible exhaust pipes coming out the RH side and was sold for $11.000.000 at auction

[@chuckschillingvideos]

That would have been a SJ variant. The SJ's had superchargers and are extremely rare today as there were few made and many/most had the superchargers removed at some point in the past.

[@DQ81]

The best part about you Jay is that no matter what or which vehicle it is, you always say the magic words: "...let's take her for a ride". Meant to be driven!

[@13lueBomber]

#JayLeno, I can’t get enough of this AWESOME content! Jay, and Dennis from #MyClassicCar are GREAT together. I hope I see them together more often!

[@ericheine2414]

Jay thank you so much for sharing your Duesenbergs with us. Many of us share your dream. Those cars are so lucky to have you as the custodian. Take care and be well

[@londonsk8tr]

The car may have been in ugly condition but its not an ugly car

[@ronaldfazekas6492]

Sorry--If you look at pictures of other Dusenbergs, you would agree that this is probably the least atrractive one in existence--at least from the cowl back

[@jaydoesanything7652]

Ronald Fazekas I agree, but It’s by no means ugly. Has more style and personality than modern vehicles.

[@frankdenardo8684]

@@jaydoesanything7652 a car for the Rich and famous.

[@rogerd4559]

Exactly my point of view

[@johnlee4249]

Jay thanks for sharing the breaking down & restoring segments of your awesome 1931 Duesenberg Model J Town Car, absolutely outstanding work done by Randy Ema and his team. The 1930's through the 1960's are definitely some of my most favorite years of automobile makes & models.

[@ralvin9365]

A piece of history reborn. Jay Leno is more than a collector, also a preservationist and historian. Thanks to Leno and men like him who spend their money on more than hookers and blow.

[@rogerd4559]

you mean he puts aside a certain amount for hookers and Blow?

[@markbenzos1631]

@@rogerd4559 job

[@steveberman5616]

Amen

[@baritonebynight]

I had this car as a match box car as a kid.....loved it ever since.

[@fuzinho1]

"Duesenberg section"? I have a"mop'n'bucket" section of my garage :)

[@AJohnson0325]

I don’t even have a garage, LOL

[@fuzinho1]

@@AJohnson0325 well you can always store your Duesenbergs in Jays garage I guess...lol

[@here_we_go_again2571]

This is one of my favorite Leno's videos. What a magnificent car!

[@joshuaguitar3231]

Jay Leno - seats are pretty easy to make, asses havent changed much in the last 70 years. XD!! 7:06

[@BuzzLOLOL]

+Mawek .. Yeah, never seen so many enormous bubble butts in my life before...

[@NATURELIVREUNIQUE]

+Joshua Guitar www.amazon.fr/gp/product/B00NO4ID3A?*Version*=1&*entries*=0

[@GamezGames19]

Thought he said assets

[@generalxanos]

Not true. First off, it's not big enough to fit Kim Kardashian, and fer dayum sure not big enough to fit Kanye's ego.

[@donaldaasen4763]

they have only gotten bigger

[@timbalconi3389]

Jay does such a great job restoring and presenting great cars

[@peterlewis3540]

Amazing what we had to do, oh my God, what was the final restoration bill, when many of the parts had to be custom made.

[@coffeebert6644]

Beautiful car - it’s nice to see these being restored for generations to learn and see and appreciate when cars where made by craftsman

[@KGisthename]

What do you mean its not a pretty car Jay? It is beautiful.

[@theboot801]

I believe he speaks in relative terms. He owns a number of far more attractive Duesenbergs. In today's terms anyone would think this a stunning automobile. Even the engine is absolutely gorgeous.

[@TreadTalk247]

I recently purchased a 1927 Buick Model 27 and the prev owner told me to come pick up any parts I could find in her garage (it was her husband’s car who passed away in 2004 and the car had been untouched since his passing, sitting in her garage), one of the things I found was a Pine’s Winterfront which has shutters, it amazes me when I used a hairdryer and heat the bellows based thermostat the shutters work as they should after all these years!!! Pretty cool @JayLeno

[@Briandoesit]

That is a gorgeous machine.

[@andyriggs6613]

That car is beautiful

[@drklingon]

Please Jay, would you release a 90 minute story on the Model X from the barn/garage, I remember seeing it on TV in an hour long format and can't find it anywhere. If you could release the original story, or re-do it for a DVD or streaming release it would probably sell well :)

[@charlesbutler4646]

Jay, I have watched this segment probably a dozen times, it is very enjoyable. I like this kind of restoration because it actually is a full rescue and restoration of an automotive treasure. This project was so beautifully and perfectly done. I am fascinated by the gauges, the clock was especially interesting. Please do more of these rescue restorations, they are so enjoyable to watch, especially following the step by step craftsmanship.

[@nunyabiznez6381]

I completely disagree with Jay on this one. This car is a work of art. It is beautiful. My only disagreement regarding how it was restored is the external color. I happen to like black and for this one, with the interior I think I might have gone with a dark maroon. But then I don't like green for cars much anyways, personal preference. The restoration was exquisitely done. I am so glad Jay is rescuing such vehicles and having them restored and preserved for future generations to appreciate.

[@ElectronHexagon]

This car is beautiful. Not sure why he doesn't feel that way. Its gorgeous.

[@PacAnimal]

I can't even watch a car video now without a voice in the back of my head going "*THIS* is a 1931 Dusenberg...

[@Eaw522]

Great cars , I appreciate the fact that you share everything, and educate along with it . I can tell you realize how fortunate you are . You live every gearheads dream . I have enjoyed mechanical equipment and cars all my life . My first was a 37 ford touring car . It was built like a Jeep/ tank . Took it off a 10 ft bank and threw about 10 ft. hi corn back to the road , when we could find it . Did not hurt it at all ...... But I had to take the time the difference between a curve and a corner . I always had a soft spot for that car . The last time I saw it ,it was in the junk yard all alone , by the river , with another car on it’s top . I still have nightmares . Thanks so much for sharing , keep it up. 👍👍

[@londonsk8tr]

Ive always loved those big old square town cars.

[@dugwthree]

Jay. I am glad people like you are involved.

[@eikepopeike]

When talking about Duesenberg, I think it's worth mentioning that the german name "Duesenberg" translates into english as "JETMOUNTAIN".(!)

[@markking2766]

Awesome job Keith. Jay Leno was really diggin your ride. Surreal and a truly great complement. Good job kid.

[@ferrellscales1155]

“ you know when you buy a rembrant?” No jay I don’t

[@Kevin-mx1vi]

Was, c'mon. Surely you've bought a Rembrandt ? Haven't we all done that at least once ?

[@wespryor1322]

@@Kevin-mx1vi my Rembrandt section hardly needed any cleaning at all. Really fun paintings to drive. Becoming desirable now. You know back in the day, I worked at a Rembrandt dealership.

[@rdeanbenson217]

I saw one at Harrahs, before MGM broke the collection up. I think it was Sammy Davis Jrs. dark red...most beautiful car ever made!

[@julessilvers1054]

To have a beautiful car like that restored in a year and a half is totally A miracle.

[@984francis]

"Early bordello", yes indeed Jay!

[@Scioneer]

Cars like this have a level of class no modern car could ever achieve. Far more design and engineering, much less bean counting than today.

[@ZGryphon]

I nominate this car's hood ornament "most lethal-looking". Pedestrians beware!

[@Forevertrue]

Thanks for this. That was a great era in America.