1950 Mercedes Benz Racecar Transporter - Jay Leno's Garage

With a top speed of 108 mph in 1950, this was the world's fastest car transporter and the one vehicle Jay lusted over as a kid, the Mercedes-Benz Racecar Transporter.
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[@bneyens]

I get the feeling Jay is specifically using these videos as a future preservation tool. One day sadly Jay will be gone, and his cars auctioned off (hopefully on many decades). You KNOW that each of these videos will be played with the car, and will be treasured by the future owner. It's almost like Jay is speaking directly into the future.

[@owman666]

jay has got enough money in the bank to secure all his cars in a museum. he will probably do that

[@SoLDMG]

I'd like to hope Jay has a fund and someone willing to look after his collection. He sure has the money.

[@samhaines8228]

Well said!

[@Scouter98]

i volunteer to take care of his cars

[@halleffect1]

very insightful thought. I've heard Jay mention several times the cars will be here long after we are gone.

[@Gr8Layks]

Jay could've edited out the unloading foibles, but he elected to keep it real. >>RESPECT

[@jonnycollison]

+Roland Waites yeah he is so real. Just a genuinely nice guy. No front to him.

[@gollypo448]

He's a genuine enthusiast. It's infectious.

[@yakacm]

Good point, well made.

[@doubleT84]

That was painful

[@Detail56]

Very Very Painful but respect for not editing it out. Thats why I keep watching Jays videos A+++++++

[@alg9553]

Kinda cool is an understatement. This transporter is one of the cooler cars I've seen.

[@iokarus]

This is basically my favorite vehicle ever!

[@BijahD]

All-time cool award right there.....

[@Neil-Aspinall]

Reminds me of vehicles you see at an airport?

[@weets69]

Oh my!! It’s incredible. I want one😎

[@UncleDoug]

"The ramp is collapsing" (beneath my million-dollar Mercedes race car), spoken as if commenting on the weather. Jay is truly a class act. Thanks so much for your down-to-earth attitude, and for sharing your fabulous car collection with us.

[@lauriecook8226]

13:3

[@steveanacorteswa3979]

Didn't see the ramp collapse but after the scratch got to be about a foot long we figured something might be askew.

[@Equinox866]

@@steveanacorteswa3979 the leg thats halfway down the ramp had kicked forward on both sides. You can see Jay kicking it back into place. But he didnt seem too concerned about the gouge from the ramp

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

hiya Doug, fancy seeing you here...

[@UncleDoug]

@@SNORKYMEDIA You too, Snork. Great minds think alike :)

[@robertfox05]

"My engine compartments are usually immaculate so I apologize" *proceeds to open an engine compartment cleaner than 90% of all road cars today*

[@joshacollins84]

Robert Markoš I thought the same thing. Ha ha

[@youtubemexico198]

Robert Markoš hello

[@waltertaljaard1488]

The German definition of immaculate is something different than yours.

[@AgencyIsland]

@@waltertaljaard1488 they always have a final solution for getting them clean

[@waltertaljaard1488]

@@AgencyIsland :D

[@LazyCookPete]

As a Brit I have only seen glimpses of his other life as a comedian and talk show host. I'm really impressed with Jay's reverence and respect for the great engineers, designers and renovators who dedicate their lives to creating and restoring these wonderful historic vehicles. Jay comes across as a genuine guy who sees himself as curator and custodian of some of the worlds most coveted vehicles. The result is a very watchable series, like a book I just can't put down!

[@dorothyford6616]

Pete T. Yes, the history of the car itself so interesting. When he gets into the designers, engineers , etc. just blows me away! Seriously hooked on Jays channel.

[@conorkennedy3304]

This stuff is better than his talk show.

[@richsackett3423]

The work he's done for automotive history far outstrips his work in comedy. Good new is he made enough money doing comedy to pursue something that really matters.

[@1NELove]

You should let Microsoft scan this for the “Forza Series!”

[@ST6-Music]

YES! This needs more likes and needs to happen!!!

[@rickbragstad4864]

With the Gullwing on it, and an option to load any other car.

[@allen9675]

its on forza street

[@GMH730YT]

Vash Williams YES WE NEED THIS IN FH4!

[@edwardscott9958]

I need in fh4

[@alelokox88]

13:34 I want to be as calm as Jay is when he's scratching his 2 million dollar car for a KZbin video. Even if he's super rich he felt that because he's a real car guy.

[@hazmatcinemaxxx]

He said in a previous video that he plans on getting it repainted anyway just not yet. Not that big of a deal the paint job is already old af and falling away.

[@Arizona_Skin_Walker]

alelokox88 I was like Aaaah! I felt it in the gut.

[@BboyInfusion]

riiiiigghhttt? i was like fuuuuuuuuuuccccklkkkkkk!!!!

[@PedalBox]

Man, I winced when I saw that happen. Full pucker :S

[@bob733333]

14:35

[@jaywest4102]

Jays voice and tempo changed after the long scrape on the car. Played it of well, but you know he's crying a little on the inside.

[@jackjmaheriii]

I watch these videos every week and I see all these negative comments making fun of Jay and making fun of other commenters and it really kind of makes me mad. He doesn't have to share these things with us. It's not like he needs the fame and I bet with production costs this channel is only breaking even. We even get to see things when they don't go perfect. So if you're the kind of person who likes to leave angry comments, do what you got to do. But please take a second to stop appreciate all the hard work Jay’s team goes through so we can appreciate the vehicles and the people who made them.

[@EdMiF]

Because KZbin is FULL of knuckleheads, Just like Facebook.

[@SIXPACFISH]

Jay is a big boy and a real comedian, So he knows how to take a joke. But with the commenters the ability to tell a joke varies. I think most people are trying to be funny, But most people don't have much comic talent. Speaking of talent, my brother in law is a talent agent. He told me about the strangest act he ever saw last week.......

[@panayiotispanayi1007]

Where did you see the funny part about the comments?I love the show...

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

+EdMiF - KZbin and Facebook? Try the entire WORLD!

[@jayv8068]

15k a month easy from youtube

[@siangetz8808]

Engineer: how long do you want the front overhang to be? Merc: *Yes*

[@finndahuman57]

Merc: dont you ever just look at a fire engine

[@Enyo1966]

Longer than the one you can find on a bus!

[@johnnypatriot652]

Merc: picture a school bus, but in reverse.

[@Denstoradiskmaskinen]

Its a goofy sweep area :)

[@Loulovesspeed]

@@Denstoradiskmaskinen The extreme over hang of the front end was designed so the wheelbase could be made as short as practical, which makes it significantly easier to maneuver in paddock areas. Smart fellers those Krauts!

[@TheJorgern]

I'm a tow truck driver. Seeing it get scratch 😱. Love your videos and awesome truck.

[@foreignerhill]

That front overhang is insane. How does the suspension not collapse?

[@roverwaters3875]

and the frame

[@GlendonG]

Airbag suspension . Just like a semi . That little truck isn't anywhere near heavy enough to overcome those bags ! Must ride awful funny , though , beyond just the steering happening behind you .

[@ekner]

The centre of gravity is probably very similar to a big front wheel drive car, so the suspension would be fine. Think lorry suspension, really heavy duty stuff. As far as the design decision of making it with such a huge overhang... Crash safety would be like if you put an egg on the nose of a brick and drove it around like that, lol :P That's taking into account the materials and design styles of the time. A modern version of that transporter could be as safe as any new lorry if you really wanted to make it.

[@jospi2]

The engine is above the front wheels. So it's not a front engined truck and the cab doesn't weigh that much.

[@dandel351]

The same way the over hang on the front of a bus works mate, front structure is not carrying any major mechanical components.

[@badgerflorida9182]

I'm sure he was cringing from that scrape that they put on the underside of the gullwing, but it was neat seeing him give the "no big deal". That's one of the big reasons why I admire him and his shop and all these videos he shares - he drives and uses his stuff, doesn't just polish and stare at them. That scrape just adds to the patina. Thanks for sharing this Jay.

[@andrewgates9333]

His crew can polish it and send it somewhere if it needs new chrome.

[@cerealkilla8930]

Whether or not you like Jay, think he's funny, appreciate his work, style of entertainment, etc. you have got to love his love for cars.

[@Loulovesspeed]

@Cereal Killa - I'll go one step further and say how can you not like this man! He's great, and I'm sure glad he has such a passion and knowledge of great, historic cars. Leno rules!

[@anthonygordon9483]

For sure. Leno was collecting cars before he got the tonight show. I remember him riding one of his Harley's on the Late Show when he was nothing more than a guest. He use to travel his comedy tours on his Harley. Even if he never got NBC money he would still own alot of cars.

[@stevedeleon8775]

Jay is so calm & genuinely loves to share his vehicles with us the Blue Collar public..thank you Jay

[@firmitas68]

Jay is so old school, God bless him. Shows us a photo album of a vintage reconstruction of an esoteric truck instead of some slick PowerPoint presentation of the latest model and with his "Grandpa glasses," still finds time to throw a dig at Netflix..

[@nathangebben5738]

What an amazing honor it must be for the man that originally built it (RIP) for it to be kept in this condition with as much care and love being put into it as when he first built it. Good job Jay

[@JStryker7]

It's really special seeing how much effort was put into making this. The guy may be gone but what he created with his love and passion is still here.

[@chrisdugas1226]

Looks like the finished product if you asked Dr. Seuss to design a flatbed.

[@sotohc96]

This is probably one of the best episodes recently.

[@halleffect1]

Wow, Jay always surprises me with every episode. Does anybody have a larger more diverse collection than Leno?

[@insaneillegalzombie]

The rainbow sheikh's collection comes close to Jay's.

[@boilerhousegarage]

Mine's pretty diverse if you consider the volume to wealth ratio! :-D But seriously, no. Jay's got some Edwardian steam thing parked next to a 1950s racing car, next to an electric carriage, next to an early 90s hot hatch, next to an exotic 80s supercar, next to a prewar land speed record breaker... it just goes to each and every extreme. Brilliant!

[@Audiojack_]

Larger? Perhaps. More diverse? I think not.

[@dr.eurobeat619]

Jay has third largest auto-collection in the world (by the time when I've read the article previous year)

[@VerboseSlayer]

I'd like to see Jay try to match the vast diversity of my Hotwheels collection.

[@KNITE081778]

I like the non pomp and loudness with Jay just doing these imtimate videos of his collection by himself. I feel like I'm just hanging out with an old friend talking to me about his car. Very refreshing.

[@jimbradshaw4]

One of my favourite episodes - just enthralling to watch. And to actually have been given that trophy by the great Fangio....just wow.

[@georgekeats1478]

Jay, if you're reading this, I just wanted to say how much admiration I have for you. And it's not the usual admiration for a Hollywood star because I really don't have any admiration for any of those people. It's admiration for what a normal, regular person you are despite being a Hollywood star. I admire your love for vehicles, your knowledge of them and the way you present this show. You must have had numerous fights with executives who have wanted to hide the occasional imperfections that crop up (like the scratch in today's episode). These people always want to present a sanitized, squeaky clean image of life, even while presenting a reality show. I want you to know that there are people out there (I am one) who greatly appreciate the fact that you show it like it was filmed..like it occurred. A true reality show. I watch every episode. Keep up the good work. There are very few people I subscribe to on KZbin but I will always be a subscriber to this show. ...a Canadian fan in St. Catharines, Ontario

[@KanyeWestFanPage]

0 reply’s 3 years old?

[@johnmcdonald1647]

I totally agree with your sentiments George and I'll add that Mr Jay Leno is one of a kind,...the great kind.

[@GuineaJay]

A million dollar car on a one of a kind reproduction truck and, at 3:45, he opens a hatch to reveal the tie down straps, in a reused cardboard box they got in the mail. That's down to earth garage stuff, but, with a pair this nice, I think you should upgrade to a milk crate. Love the show Jay, I watch every one.

[@bassplayermarty6032]

I noticed that too… But Someday that cardboard box will be collectible 👍

[@Sashazur]

Naw, he should get a german beer crate!

[@herrunsinn774]

This is now July 2020. This video was made back in 2016, thus is at 4 years old at this time. From his recent videos, Jay looks younger and more healthy today than he did when he made this video. Hopefully that trend continues. Take good care of yourself, Jay!

[@mereclander]

Nobody has ever made such a “thing”. It was an amazing idea from MB. With the SL on, it looks great!!!!

[@tomf3150]

Watch the fiat multipla on this channel.

[@bwest6275]

I know it's debatable, but IMHO this is the COOLEST in your collection Jay. I mean the other cars are great but this....WOW this is awhile different level of COOL.

[@StephenMorganCanada]

Agreed

[@yatesfilms8318]

Brian Westfield i like the chrysler turbine car tbh

[@cup_and_cone]

"The pictures are in English." Hahaha.

[@normalguyfromSW]

When he came up with this photo album it felt like my grandpa was telling me about the good old days... so relaxing

[@The_CIA]

*_Jay Leno showing pictures of the build out of the same picture album my grandparents used to keep my baby pictures in. That made me smile so much. Love ya Jay._*

[@KapteinFruit]

I enjoy seeing how much Jay actually love his oddball cars. So much passion. My country neighbor who built this is the man!

[@addictedtopiano]

Very cool vehicle. The Netflix reference hit right in the heart. Yes Jay, you still got it.

[@MrMenefrego1]

*As a comedian, an automobile collector, historian & buff, a restorer, the literal 'savior' of automobile of many different types and designs, rare automobiles that would otherwise have been left to decay, or worse, be destroyed. Mr. Leno has done more for our collective automobile history that he should be honored with an award by the combined world's auto manufacturers, (or what's left of them, anyway) And, just for being a regular guy, a good man that happened to make it BIG. However, even though I truly admire and respect Jay for so many and varied reasons... Mr, Leno is really one of the most truly absentminded drivers I've ever seen drive a car! lol. He rarely stays in one lane, always veering off into the next lane! He's a true 'Sunday Driver' lol! Yes, I am aware that Jay is actually an excellent driver, but just watch the way in which he drives in these videos, it's, as Jay would say, 'Hilarious!' lol.*

[@ironheadgram]

I've watched this video twice now. I think its one of Jay's best. Thank you Mr. Leno.

[@JD-xc4fm]

I think it's very neat that he completed this replica. I've not actually seen any of these, because of the rarity. nice job, Jay!

[@JD-xc4fm]

That scrape!!! yikes!!!

[@JohnDoe56166]

you're a woman, you're not supposed to be watching these videos. Would you like me to link you to a make up tutorial or the latest Justin Bieber video?

[@edrajeev7359]

+John Doe what is wrong with you? The more car enthusiasts the better!

[@JohnDoe56166]

+cameron swegs she's a woman, she doesn't belong here.

[@edrajeev7359]

+John Doe very closed minded of you, what's wrong with anybody having a passion for cars or at least just thinking cars are cool?

[@igkgigoh]

The fact that they crushed the original Transporter is insane. I'd reinforce it a little bit so loading and unloading will get safer, because that scratch was really shocking, good thing that gullwing isn't fully restored yet. Why not go for a little more power? It's a transporter but the real thing wasn't called the Renntransporter for no reason and I'd really like to see one of those going at a 100 mp/h

[@kurtrusellpatrickswayze]

C 63 S engine >:)

[@duncanvanrenswoude1646]

The mercedes 722s is the car that stand on that truck

[@aserta]

It's ok. The heartless CEOs (aka the scum of many companies) who decided paid in full considering the bad rep and cost they paid.

[@igkgigoh]

Yeah .. An AMG engine :D Then the truck is louder and probably faster than the 300 sl on top of it. Why are you people so angry about this? The guys who decided to destroy obviously made a bad choice, everyone does, it wasn't some perfidious plan they followed, And come on, those "CEOs" didn't pay anything, the Renntransporter was crushed about 50 years ago, I don't think one of them is still working

[@57WillysCJ]

People don't think of future values on what seems junk. Heck I see things all the time that I trashed as a kid and it's now worth something. I have a friend in his late 70s that is a real car guy and saved many things but he is really sad to think of when he was a kid how many of those old cars he cut up with a torch for a guy that sold scrap metal. They wouldn't have more than scrap value for 30-50 years. Think about what you throw away today as junk and what it could be worth in 50 years. Then again in 50 years it might still be junk.

[@andrewlast1535]

Would love to just have a cup a coffee with Jay and talk about his cars. Just seems like that eccentric uncle or grandfather that just appreciates the history and the workmanship of these old vehicles.

[@Robard65]

It was amazing and funny to see the cabin bouncing up and down going through a putthole. And how cars were following this unique car, not overtaking it.

[@sweaterwearingsquirrel9302]

This car and this video is exactly why Jay Leno is such an was one guy. He's keeping history alive for all of us! Thank you Jay! I wish I could see your collection one day!

[@ellydonbhakti5242]

Jay is the true definition of a car guy. we love you Jay,

[@LostNCyberspace]

Jay , you've shown many of us another amazing vehicle we never heard of ! You've gone the extra mile with this one. Thanks for all you do

[@kurtbilinski1723]

"When you don't have Netflix, this is the kind of stuff you can build" - boy he's right! I built a couple cars from scratch and both Netflix and KZbin had to be kept at bay to finish Kimini and Midlana.

[@joshacollins84]

Mr. Leno, as always thank you! What an amazing project. I RUSH to my dad's house, every week so we can watch these videos together. You are quietly part part of the many prized moments I get to share with my dad. Cheers

[@steelyspielbergo]

oh man, that scrape....adds character I guess

[@MalcolmMarcus]

Hey, Jay knows his stuff, he’s a real car guy, has an amazing collection and he’s sharing it all with us. How can anyone complain about that?

[@drummerdoingstuff5020]

Oh I'm sure they will find a way. That seems to be a hobby for far too many.. Can't learn to appreciate nothing and need to feel entitled. Smh

[@ericleesmith708]

You hit the nail on the head with your comment, Malcolm! You are exactly correct! He is kind enough to share his love of these vehicles with the world, and our lives become more enriched with each video that he makes - may he live forever - I wish that his collection could be preserved as a singular entity, and his garage turned into a museum, or at least turned over to the Petersen Museum, which Jay loves only second to his own collection!

[@user-xj8os4cr1l]

I appreciate how Jay says he “lusted after” this transporter when he was a kid. Some of my favorite trucks were wreckers.

[@CCandWally]

Did the ramp just scratch the car at 13:39? Another great video, thanks for sharing.

[@snipexd4964]

Ohhhh NO! That gash looked horrible!

[@vector6977]

The car is all original and the "patina" was from its heritage and/or years of storage in a shipping container.

[@snipexd4964]

+vector6977 You can see where ramp dug into paint. original patina or not, that's a shame.

[@harris8390]

Have a feeling that scratch was already. Jay did an episode on that car and its never been repainted. All original paint.

[@Markle2k]

Back up to 12:25 There is no scratch. But it happened right where Jay was supposed to be watching so he has no one to blame but himself. Note that there is a break in the video so some expletives were probably uttered in the interim before he resumed his talk-show host unflappability.

[@brian5o]

This has to be one of the best Jay Leno's Garage episodes ever. While I am not necessarily the someone who is a big Mercedes-Benz fan, that transporter is really, really cool. It is such a shame that Mercedes-Benz didn't see the value of preserving the original one but I am so happy for all the individuals that put their time and money into this replica so that it could be enjoyed an appreciated by those who didn't get a chance to see the original.

[@jeffreyhaynes5774]

Drivers of the old race cars were some fearless people.Got a trophy,a had shake,a leg of lamb ,bottle of wine ,went home happy suviving the race.

[@paulrossiter8685]

Fabulous. Well done Jay for sharing this wonderfully preserved piece of car history.

[@Ventargard]

These old Merce's are so beautiful. Those today dosn't have charm in my opinion

[@carminedauria-gupta2561]

Ventargard the new amg gt is probably the closest looking to the gull wing

[@styx85]

Fangio's first Cup... that's pretty special o_O

[@Door333]

I love Jays love of automotive history and passion for everything automotive. This channel brings me a lot of joy.

[@clarewatkins5230]

I absolutely love this transporter thanks for sharing your out of this world vehicle collection I'm a huge fan Full Send U.K.

[@TheDutchTexan]

One of the advantages of a crummy paint-job. What happened? Nothing, just another sign that his cars are USED instead of stored and not driven! Any car collector should be like him. Drive them, and when needed fix them back up!

[@samyard]

Yeah you are completely right. But there are some out there who drives. Look at kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpDImHWursaif8U

[@itspenguin7187]

he said that because the Ramp scraped paint off the bottom of the racecar.

[@logancrouse2041]

Wrong notice how he has a story for every single car he has.

[@logancrouse2041]

Also notice how he has all his cars serviced better than any other person u can name.

[@T0YCHEST]

E calling a car classic means it’s old but ur respecting the heritage so u don’t say old not because it’s popular that guy is a car noob

[@HOSSMCGILLICUTTI]

If it will haul a 3,500 lb. Racecar, Then i think it Would Haul a Ton of Bricks Jay.

[@HOSSMCGILLICUTTI]

And all this time i thought it articulated right behind the cab.

[@Turppa21]

Haha, you beat me to it.

[@surelysmith]

I think Jay meant its designed to carry just one thing. A single race car not that a ton of bricks is heavier than a car.

[@patrickpelletier6315]

lets just say you probably cant tow a Cadillac El Dorado 67 or whatever (Elvis had one in pink). firstly because it truly is the definition of a ton of bricks and then some (as much as i love it) but also because it is probably too long to fit on there

[@patrickpelletier6315]

lets just say you probably cant tow a Cadillac El Dorado 67 or whatever (Elvis had one in pink). firstly because it truly is the definition of a ton of bricks and then some (as much as i love it) but also because it is probably too long to fit on there

[@brianward7550]

I'm impressed by how calm Jay is when he says "hey hold on George the ramp is collapsing" and then, when his Priceless Mercedes is being winched back up and the bottom of it it's coming within a fraction of an inch of contacting the ramp he doesn't say anything, then later he says something like a good thing this one has a crummy paint job or something like that. It must be a really unique feeling to be Jay Leno, a guy who has so many Priceless Mercedes that if he scuffs one of them it's like I know big deal it's all part of the process of enjoying this vehicle

[@wileygeorge2770]

I love Jay Leno's Garage! Thank you for preserving these great vehicles Jay! Very entertaining!

[@The_Inspiration_86]

The pictures are in English lol ur definitely 1 of the coolest car enthusiasts of all time...keep er goin.

[@ScottsafriendofGod]

Sir Leno, loved the car loader thank you for sharing it. I was scared every time you opened or closed the engine cover because it looked as if you were going to take out the back of the cab. Did it feel as if you were driving a teeter-totter with the wheels so far back, it looked as if you were bouncing pretty good. Again - thanks for showing us this amazing project It was a pleasure to watch and your love for the carrier showed through.

[@richis65]

I really enjoy going back and viewing the past episodes. Wonderful vehicle. Jay is AWESOME.

[@rockaholictom]

Jay reminds me so much of my uncle talking about vintage cars. It’s awesome that people like this are out there preserving these classic machines and feats of engineering. If Jay or Sergei weren’t out there putting the work in this would have probably stayed a corgi model or a brick of steel that Mercedes just crushed. Fantastic show.

[@anonharingenamn]

SUPER COOL! So happy to see it was built in Sweden.

[@EqualsThreeable]

These types of videos are always my favorite. Never change Jay!

[@linehaullife7807]

Of all the rear windows I have seen on the highway that window on the Mercedes truck is the best. Thanks Jay!

[@johnmick9457]

When you're a racer have the fun is getting to the racetrack. I know I have many fond memories of the vehicles I used to transport, my race cars to and from the track.

[@Danzilly]

Jay thanks for showing in detail how you brought it back to life and the story of why it was built. Its like a good book I can't get enough!

[@BuckeyeMCS]

Kudos to you Jay giving us real footage of the off load of the car.

[@slackerman9758]

My grandad had one of those toys! I remember playing with it when we went to visit. I (we) are so happy you have made this beautiful, quirky, unique vehicle. I just wish I could take it for a spin or push it on a carpet...

[@kevinkadrmas3260]

I watch a lot of your videos Jay and this one is one of my favorites! You love this truck and it shows, thanks for sharing it with us.

[@delona6485]

Jay, thank you for sharing these amazing cars with us. Your love for these cars is contagious!

[@TheBlkzenki]

just put a scratch on a million plus car! ouch!

[@izhlayukio5863]

Not fully restored yet ;-)

[@izhlayukio5863]

But still ouch

[@patrickpelletier6315]

yea that's exactly my thoughts aswell and sure the restoration aint complete but im sure he didnt like that deep down inside. then again he probably doesnt care too too much about that because he isnt into these things because of the investment potential. he rarely sells cars and the ones he does probably dont interest him anymore. like the VIN # 003 Hemi Challenger (2012 or whatever) he sold at auction. back then you couldnt have the manual at all for the Challenger (how stupid is that). and a while back he sold his F150 Harley Davidson edition. the very first one made and the very first one to have the SVT Lightning package which didnt come in until later in the years of the Harley Davidson editions.

[@anderpendragon]

He isn't going to restore it. Not the paint anyway. (At least that's what he said when he did the video on it.)

[@patrickpelletier6315]

Ander Pendragon actually he said he might do a full restoration eventually in that video

[@d.j.9961]

JAY LENO IS THE MAN! "Two out of three ain't bad!" Jay is all ace's! A true winner in every aspect of life! When it comes to automobile's, Jay definitly knows his vehicles & has a very, very desirable & renowned collection! The fact that Jay shares his knowledge & his automobile collection with the public & does a blog, sharing his personal history, is So enjoyable! What a Nice, Thoughtful, Lucky man! I would love to be able to get to know Jay Leno & spend time in his shop, Meet all of his mechanics while absorbing the knowledge, knowhow, & ability of the craftsman who work for Jay!!!

[@CrusardModding]

I just love how passionate he is and wants to show us everything. I really appreciate it and like to watch your videos!

[@Arizona_Skin_Walker]

Crusard Modding Same here, I usually when i arrive from work i take a shower and eat while watching one these Jay car videos.

[@leonardoantonio8756]

This attention to detail, passion and love for this machines reflected in the drawings and pictures treasured that were showed, makes this episode and the show a great example of the accomplishments of mankind, not only for the making of this machines, but the celebration and caring for them, so watching jay with his glasses showing those pics was pretty sentimental great thing to watch. so thank you it really was special!

[@GT-gt4bf]

Great episode, Jay. That Fangio trophy is really something.

[@prairiemountaineer]

I love so many of your vehicles, but this one easily makes the top 5. Iconically beautiful in its singular design. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.

[@steve20118]

Jay Leno is the best automotive enthusiast. His knowledge of such a diverse range of automobiles is amazing. Love these videos!

[@justaguitardude]

very cool. when i was 15 i built the model of this exact combo.. what a trip.. same colors too or close to it i just copy the picture on the box, so yeah. woohoo.

[@congospruce]

This is my favorite episode so far. I LOVE all the cool cars you have, Jay. But this is just plain wonderful, eclectic and amazing. Please keep up the awesome content.

[@Gamefreak8112]

Someday I want one of Jay's cars, it would be kept as a faithful functional display piece to be enjoyed. I'll keep dreaming

[@joer8854]

Thank you sir. I absolutely love stuff like this and most people don't really enjoy it so it's so rare to see people actually talk about it like this.

[@thericher]

That's a beautiful truck Jay. Really have to appreciate the time and skill put into it. Thanks for sharing.

[@Xynudu]

Wow, that front end overhang is extreme. Spoon drains and humps would be a big issue, even with the front air bags up full. Weird that Mercedes made something like that. The way it was bouncing around at street speeds makes 100mph sound rather scary. Interesting vehicle.

[@muddshshshark]

I can relate to that feeling having owned a mid engine 1967 Gofar window van which was my race bike transporter..I lived in that thing. Lots of beer runs to Blaine Washington

[@miqojoe]

They had the Nurburgring back then still, Germany had great roads since back then so this was just fine.

[@Xynudu]

What about the rest of Europe? Mercedes didn't just race in Germany.

[@sydneycbr6466]

That's why it has a funny design, so it can have a smaller turning circle for its overall length.

[@mattadrev471]

this isn't the original

[@mmuussiiccmmaann69]

I like this guy so much !!! I did not have a chance to know him as a show man, only as a car collector ! And I could listen to him talking about his collection non stop for hours !

[@lincolncwynar1547]

I love Jay. All the passion and dedication. I would be honored to meet such an amazing human being. Thank you for being pure.

[@d33b33]

13:35 Is that the ramp scratching and dinging the hell out the gullwing's bottom doorsill?

[@d33b33]

***** That's true. He might need a little bit of filler there though, when it's time for that paint job.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

+Michael Evans indeed. i hate body filler

[@852urkl]

Nothing wrong with a little filler when major body work has been done, but when you start using bondo by the gallon on a car, you're doing something wrong!

[@negativeindustrial]

Is really a door sill if it's a foot lower than the door? LOL

[@moegeek]

Jay Leno doesn't seem like he wants these cars to be museum pieces - he enjoys driving these cars, and generously makes these videos to share. I can't imagine scratching that car, but unless you are going to keep it in a museum behind glass, things like this might happen. Remember when he broke the Doble? That isn't something that Pep Boys has parts for, either.

[@gvc56100]

thanks for sharing this labor of love with us....beautiful design that only M-B can put together..

[@michaelsmartin5388]

I'm just so glad you share these unique and wonderful cars, trucks and memories. Thank you Big Time

[@kurtwomack9474]

My dad got a 1961 190 sedan just before I was born, sold after I graduated High School. The windshield and door looks like that body. So cool Jay showed us this icon, thank you.

[@net-twin-de]

The scratch that occurred during unloading really hurt me and I'm sorry for the owner who now has the damage even though he just wanted to show us KZbin watchers the unloading.

[@absolutium]

I feel you man.. but the car was already damaged Jay found the vehicle at the desert he make it fully operational but said he wanted to use it in that condition for a while.. it would be a shame if thay happened after the final restoration.

[@jam655]

Hey Jay, thank you for sharing your passion. You know you’re also a classic 👍🏼

[@JuicyFruityify]

Huge respect to you Jay. I would never have imagined such things or their stories existed. If anyone can restore million dollar cars to their former glory, its you.

[@elodnagy4061]

I can watch your channel all day!! Keep it my good man!! Your enthusiasm, passion and love for cars and car lovers is beautiful!

[@1mouse3]

it would be a good ideal to add a safety cable on the ramp stands, have it go from the ground point and clip to the ramp like 3ft back from the stand. that would keep them from easily collapsing and causing you to damage your car

[@alexmartinez280]

Way to keep it together Jay. I might have lost my cool to witness that gauging.

[@DwightMS1]

Jay, we love how you don't keep your passion all to yourself like some rich snob. We love how you share your incredible collection of cars and motorcycles, and that whole factory you run to restore and maintain them. It's all so cool; thank you, thank you, than...

[@DaveTheRred]

I love all the unusual vehicles that Jay has, just a treat to watch these videos of stuff I've never even heard of. Thanks Jay, for all these really cool insights on these great old vehicles!