1930 Duesenberg LeBaron Barrelside - Jay Leno's Garage

Stolen diamonds and a suicide--this particular Duesenberg has a very unique backstory.
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1930 Duesenberg LeBaron Barrelside - Jay Leno's Garage
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[@collinscody57]

Do people actually complain the engine isn't clean enough? He took probably 4 hours out of his day to show us this car for no other reason than he wanted to so say thank you and watch

[@chuckschillingvideos]

You have to understand he spends a ton of time around other car collectors and concours judges, many of whom are, to be generous, incredibly anal about every last detail of a car. What most people would never notice stands out like a sore thumb to them, so Jay is probably accustomed to hearing about the faults of his collection from these folks.

[@mudkipsarekool]

Pandemic edition episodes are my favorite, Jay seems alot more genuine when hes alone with his thoughts and a camera. I really appreciate you pumping out these videos Jay thank you.

[@carlgeorgtsigakis498]

So you are a true Covid Enthusiast, as Mr. Leno put it.. :) hehehe

[@Exercise_as_Medicine]

Amazing gentleman JL!

[@frankcolumbo9615]

Jay is such an incredibly genuine person. He & Mrs Leno deserves all they have and long happy lives. Thanks for everything Jay.

[@jonathanbradford6871]

At the age of 41 I've spent my entire life in shops. Jay reminds me of a few special older guys that always took the time to explain something or just tell a story. It would be a dream come true to see his shop

[@radaroreilly466]

Yes. It would be my dream come true as well

[@terrygates8546]

I was blessed to see Jay's shop complex. I knew Jay's motorcycle guy. My jaw was open the entire time. Motorcycles and cars all epic.

[@RoeShamBoe]

"you restore them to 100 points and then drive them down to 5 points and then restore them again"

[@172-e5s]

Nothing to it...if you're a Bizzilionair!! lolol

[@SheepInACart]

@@172-e5s If he was commuting to work every day in the thing then sure, stupid expense, but keep in mind this car was originally restored nearly 30 years ago and isn't even up for being redone yet... I bet more is paid for the storage space ect in that time than the actual rebuild. Its a collection akin to a museum, where letting the items be slightly less than spotless (but all together/functional) is a labor/cost saving measure when compared to trying to keep them up to pebble beach showcar levels constantly, rather than some kind of disregard for the expense of the restoration work to redo them.

[@styldsteel1]

Yea, I guess when your a bazzilionaire, your verbage changes. For the rest of us? I can't drive my classics that I personally own and think about how many points I'm losing.

[@Skrean]

Amazing how this dude can talk so easily about stuff and makes it so nice to listen to, truly an old school talent. Thank you Mr. Leno.

[@mikekeeler6362]

Jay Leno has a great personality I think he's someone we can all relate to

[@22howards]

Little does Jay know that we enjoy these “pandemic” videos more than the regular videos

[@scooterdogg7580]

lol just commented similar :)

[@kjparlay]

Exactly. We don't have to listen to some marketing guy from Ford who knows almost nothing about cars try to sell us the new Mustang.

[@AxLWake]

He mentions often that he reads comments so I guess he knows by now that many people like this version of the show very much.

[@pettergardo3874]

I like that he seems to speak more freely in this edition. There is nobody there to stop him when he gets sidetracked and then the real nuggets comes out. It shows even more what an wonderful he is.

[@MrGlassAnkles]

i agree also, way better. feel less scripted and more one on one.

[@reaper121]

I love how car manufactures back in the day made such awesome cars and attention to detail, like a painted engine, the craftsmanship is amazing.

[@RARufus]

This! The work that went into the details is fantastic. Really shows off the passion that went into building the car and it’s restoration.

[@davidgiancoli2106]

How can you not love Jay? He's so unpretentious and relaxed as he describes one of the most valuable and beautiful vintage cars in the world. I'd be speechless and drooling just to stand near the thing!

[@adlermorgan2722]

Jay, these intimate video tours you’re so generously offering during the pandemic mean everything. THANK YOU

[@igtard705]

On ramp Hollywood Fwy N/B W/B 134 Ventura Fwy in ‘89 Supercharged MR/2. Jay’s right beside me in Baby blue open wheel? 20’s racer. Brake handle on right running board. He flashed me that smile. We traded fist pumps. He left me in the dust. Shalom Tim Jagoe

[@igtard705]

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[@budstermcgreen6360]

I'm loving the covid edition episodes...just Jay talking about the car at hand and all his knowledge of said car. I love the dash in this thing...would love to have every feature it has in my Jeep for off-road..from the hand throttle to the ability to change brake pressure..I have a old 10 speed gear lever setup with the cable ran to throttle that works as cruise control or just to crawl along in 4x4 on certain trails without having to touch the gas pedal. Helps with a manual...have it mounted to the shifter. Thanks for keeping these coming Jay! ✌️

[@americatalkliveLA]

Me too. Nice work Jay 👍

[@dragospahontu]

@@americatalkliveLA apart from when he puts his finger on the camera

[@4gegtyreeyuyeddffvyt]

When you say ignorant things like that it makes me think you’re probably a sexist, homophobic, privileged white male!!! As a trans gender, trans race person I can tell you I’m highly oppressed in this incredibly backwards country!

[@ZomGoat8]

@@4gegtyreeyuyeddffvyt uhhhhhhh.... do what now?

[@MrGrentch]

@@dragospahontu Oddly enough I like that, strange chap that I am. 😁

[@galex2000]

It's amazing to watch Jay just casually drive this jewel of a car while telling you great stories about it.

[@verdict1163]

I look forward to these "pandemic edition" episodes every Sunday - each and every one have been some of the best episodes on the channel, IMO. Wish it was in 4k though! Would be cool to be able to see all the detail in the engine compartment/dashboard.

[@jamesrothwell8693]

It’s kind of amazing that this machine is nearly 100 years old.

[@KevAlberta]

Now imagine when it’s 150 or 200 years old. Will feel like looking at something so primitive, yet it’s not even far detached from our own reality. Things change so fast!

[@kens97sto171]

@@KevAlberta What helps this is the fact that the cars technologically were so far ahead of the curve when they were built. The duesenbergs and Doble steam cars were just really advanced for the time. Think about the fact that the last Ford model T came off the line just one year before this was built. Produced 20 horsepower and could go 40 mph.

[@carlbeaudry4142]

When cars were cars.

[@philiplee7604]

And with its ORIGINAL MUFFLER STILL ON THE CAR !

[@GuardiansCreed]

What do you mean it’s 1996 for me still 🥺🥺

[@Torus2112]

Jay broke out a Dusenberg, he must be in a good mood.

[@martycech5844]

Amazing smile on Jays face...

[@SirVic42]

It was really just an excuse to compare it to his Maclaren F1.

[@janinedunkel7605]

Being next to a Duesenberg would put me in a good mood! Owning one, much less several.....ecstatic! Getting a ride in one with Jay driving....heaven!!

[@SquillyMon]

I sure do appreciate the time, effort and generosity Jay affords us, where else could we have a window into such rare and special vehicles not to mention hearing some of the fascinating stories of these automobiles. I smile each time I hear Jay say that this or that vehicle is driven fairly regularly...I hope Jay does indeed exercise his beautiful collection either personally or by hiring a drive team to keep those wheels turning. It would be nearly impossible to keep 200 + vehicles regularly exercised by oneself, but it would definitely be fun trying also. Anyway, thank you for graciously sharing your prized possessions with us Mr Leno, it is appreciated more than you know!

[@snmthecloser]

28:20 never drive your Duesenberg without this tool.” Okay Jay, we’ll all remember that when we drive around our own Duesenbergs

[@josephgaviota]

I always follow that advice, too. (JK)

[@marcusdamberger]

With a caption showing Scotty Kilmer holding up the wheel removal tool and a red arrow pointing to it. "Never leave without this!"

[@2flyabove]

@@marcusdamberger His '94 Celica doesn't break down, so no tools needed.

[@marcusdamberger]

@@2flyabove Indeed it doesn't. However, every car gets a flat tire every once in a while no matter how reliable they are. ;)

[@philipbarrett3151]

What if I leave the tool in one of my Duesenbergs & happen to find myself driving another one?

[@jeroen9637]

'The engine is not pristine'. Opens the hood of a 90 year old car and shows an engine that is cleaner than the inside of my refrigerator.

[@fidelcatsro6948]

its cleaner than my 2 stroke bike too!

[@ClayLoomis1958]

"It is not as pristine under the hood" is Leno code for "Put on your sunglasses, you're about to see a mirror finish"

[@paweszczepanski6738]

Go and clean your fridge. You deserve better

[@NoTengoIlusiones]

Jeroen Refrigerator: Petri box

[@josephfaria6617]

Bruh you got gas leaking in your fridge? That's not good.

[@JonBlondell]

This is the most comprehensive explanation of a Duesenberg I've had the pleasure to view!

[@mattiasjohansson7231]

This is THE best KZbin channel! It's so great to see Jay talking about his cars and the stories behind them! It all makes them so much more interesting!

[@TheBrianFlanagan]

God I just love this man. My grandma passed away 15 years ago and one of my fondest memories was staying at her house and watching The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. I can’t remember what day of the week it was but he’d do a weekly segment showing funny news clippings. It’s great how even though she’s gone I still have this national treasure of a man in my life. ❤️

[@richardanderson5109]

Google KZbin,"Jay Leno,Headlines". There is every one of them,and they're hilarious !!!!!!!! ♿ 🇺🇸

[@THRASHMETALFUNRIFFS]

I fondly remember staying up late on special weekends with grandma and watching Johnny Carson... later it was Saturday night Carson Comedy Classics! Of course, Jay was guest hosting a lot and taking over, plus mad respect Joan Rivers!!

[@JuanRamirez-su3tf]

I believe it was on Mondays

[@davidargon6623]

I saw Jay do stand up at Indiana University Auditorium in early 90s. In addition to being funny, Jay stayed and signed autographs for well over an hour until everyone who wanted one had one. Class act.

[@wildstar1063]

Jay, If you read your comments you should know by now everyone really likes the format of the pandemic addition. It's a lot more personal than the ones with the camera crew. Keep 'em coming

[@MJTAUTOMOTIVE]

@John Barber ,wtf

[@karlbush89]

No. Not everyone does. Not at all. We used to see cool guests with cool cars. We used to hear from foremost experts. This in no way is as entertaining to me.

[@DK-jd8bj]

I say bring back the photographers. but not the awkward guests. of course he's only got so many of his own cars and to get the other nice ones he has to have a guest. So maybe do some of both. I definitely prefer it when he does his own cars without a guest.

[@ArthurDentZaphodBeeb]

Love Jay's attitude about cars - made to be driven and enjoyed, not trailer queens

[@sequoiahughes8536]

I agree--it shows true love for the history rather than an empty ego trip

[@darylreed7771]

I love how mechanical things were back then. That dashboard is unbelievable. And the hubs are so cool. Jay is so thorough and is really knowledgeable about all his cars. Awesome show!

[@planpitz4190]

"They tend to leak fluids and things like any old person, i guess " LOL

[@davebrittain9216]

Jay really likes his cars but he really loves this one, you can just hear it.

[@markp44288]

kinda sounds like the "if you could have just one" car... (that would be torture for Jay though, I'm glad he has a fleet)

[@davebrittain9216]

@@markp44288 The coolest thing about Jay is that he shares his cars with us. Plenty of wealthy people have cars but Jay is just different. He is a car guy through and through.

[@TrickMasterPC]

Yeah, the car has a soul, character, amazing backstory

[@gregfroehlich4442]

TrickMasterPC So does Jay

[@andresguraieb1947]

I can feel your passion for Duesenbergs through this video. Thanks for sharing Jay, this car is amazing and definitely decades ahead of its time!

[@johnnymason2460]

Jay Leno should try to find the Duesenberg 20 Grand car(named after the fact it costs $20,000 at the time). It was considered the most expensive Duesenberg ever made.

[@brandontorgenrud2883]

"The only car that could pass a Duesenberg was another Duesenberg, and that was with the first owner's consent." Absolutely gorgeous

[@darthgamer6080]

Jay has stated before that Howard Hughes liked the Doble because it was the only car that could match the Duesenberg.

[@lillianezesky9248]

@@miltonrichardson786 p

[@briandepoppe7209]

Don't ever change Jay. You seem to be a heck of a guy. I love the way you feature your cars. Brian You even had my wife looking up her first car on her phone. 69 Pontiac Lemans . Sweet!

[@billhumphries1483]

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[@LucianoHorianski]

Every other youtuber: "The best car story!!! Nazi diamonds in a motorcycle, fire and 7up" Jay: "1930 Deuesenberg"

[@willywillywillywillywilly]

...huh?

[@axellundgren6151]

They weren't "Nazi diamonds" they were German and the soldiers stole them

[@JohnSmith-wj2wd]

@@willywillywillywillywilly Referring to how 90% of youtubers would go for the clickbait title even though it's only briefly mentioned. Jay's videos don't do that.

[@Mr_Bones.]

Axel Lundgren It’s a joke, you humor Nazi

[@woaln5213]

@@axellundgren6151 You probably know first hand how those diamonds got in that bank in the first place. They could have been robbed as well. Not justifying those soldiers. But let's not forget what Germany was and did back then.

[@nimamojtahedzadeh1568]

These “pandemic editions” are probably the only good stuff happened to me during the COVID-19 pandemic. Love to see more of your garage coming up Jay!

[@Sheridantank]

Awesome and all but it’s a bit annoying that 100 people have said this on every video for the past several months. This comment has been said 50,000 times.

[@3wheelie]

Born In Shithole Country, are you a member of the flat earth society also?

[@jamesengland7461]

Sorry to hear that

[@4gegtyreeyuyeddffvyt]

Born In Shithole Country When you say ignorant things like that it makes me think you’re probably a sexist, homophobic, privileged white male!!! As a trans gender, trans race person I can tell you I’m highly oppressed in this incredibly backwards country!

[@Sheridantank]

Born In Shithole Country What’s embarrassing is to be as stupid as you are to claim there isn’t one. You’re telling me COVID doesn’t exist? Funny someone who wears a tin foil hat is the person to tell people not to wear masks. COVID is real. The only thing false about is is the severity of the problem portrayed by media.

[@Land_Raver]

Grew up watching Leno late at night and my dad would tell me about his car collection and how impressive it was. Here I am 30 years later still learning about it. Just inspiring.

[@firefightergoggie]

What an incredible legacy that Jay has built for himself.

[@TheSighphiguy]

why not put an "L", "R" and "B" on your keys to take the guesswork out of it? that BLUE is to die for! what a phenomenal car!

[@derrickstorm6976]

Blasphemy!

[@jody024]

Keeps the brain more active.

[@freakysteve140281]

Would love to know the paint code for the car but.

[@MrMSandin]

I was thinking he should color code them red and green for port and starboard.😉

[@brunotulliani]

Totally agree, that blue is just like a sapphire gem. So rich and deep.

[@maryschwarzenberger6789]

What a gorgeous piece of machinery! Love the sound of the engine! My grandfather worked for Dusenburg. He was a mechanicsl engineer and he also raced cars back in the 20’s and earlier. I wish I knew more about him.

[@keithrobertson2401]

Can you imagine sharing that story of that one shift at 7 11 when Jay Leno rolled up in a big ol old car straight on fire threw money at you and proceeded to shoot sprite at his big ol on fire car to successfully put out said fire! Legendary

[@oldenweery7510]

Beats the ones about guys peeing in radiators or batteries in an emergency. Presence of mind!

[@jeffpiatt3879]

Jay- "This is a "working car" so there are some oil drips, dirt etc." Jay then shows us an engine cleaner than the kitchen counter in most of our homes. : )

[@Electobat]

Jay is one of the best interview hosts, genuine interest in people and machines. Brilliant person

[@zacualpeno100]

That blue color and beige combo is amazing.

[@briankearn3965]

"This is not a show car," says Jay, "It was, it won Pebble Beach in 1992." That was a very classy flex!

[@afriendtoo6971]

" I think you should restore them 100 points then drive them down to 5 and restore them again. " Sure beats letting them sit in a garage and collect dust.

[@bradmarkell12167]

Yeah. His '30 was so amazing, it won the golf tournament

[@ItsJustElenore]

29:20 I like how he made this like a little tutorial. Thanks, Jay. I'll remember this for when I need to change the wheels on my Duesenberg.

[@ccrider7425]

Jay gets the “Real Man Award “ for the finger over the cam. The car is beautiful as well.

[@piotrnaliwajko9834]

So comprehensive! This video is over 44 minutes long and not a second of it is boring! Every small detail is so fascinating!

[@wyattleroux3285]

Jay warns us that the engine bay isn't very pretty. Most of us wish our engine bays looked that pretty.

[@vtr0104]

That engine bay is cleaner than my apartment :|

[@oldenweery7510]

@Glenn Heston Yeah, I spent seven months (notice I didn't say "lived in" it because that wasn't living, just existing) in a place that wouldn't hold anything but the passenger compartment of this beauty. Stay safe.

[@carlbeaudry4142]

Show off

[@JosephsCoat]

It’s like when you visit someone’s house and they say, “sorry about the mess.” And you’re like, “my house has never been this clean...”

[@wheel1775]

@jayleno Jay, I’ve always considered myself to be a car guy, but you are just on another planet. You’ve given me a newfound appreciation for the older cars. I didn’t know anything about Dusenberg until I watched your videos. Even watching the Packard videos leaves me in awe. Those cars are truly engineering marvels. It’s really incredible to see all of the technology in those cars. The fact that a Dusenberg had an oil change light is amazing for an 80 year old car. I especially love how you show the minor details of these cars. So much of those small details are just unthinkable in todays market.

[@Shumi-kr3tc]

What other guy would admit to being in such a panic, that they did not see the fire extinguisher and put the fire out with 7-UP!!!!! Jay you're awesome!

[@styldsteel1]

lol. You have to remember he's Hollywood.

[@Tex1911]

I had to put a fire out in my dad's 2500 Chevy in around 1994 with Welch's Fruit Punch Soda. It used a quart of oil every tank of gas, I forgot to add it on a road trip, pulled over on the side of the road, had no funnel, and hit the manifold with oil. Instant fire. All I had was a case of sodas in the back seat. It worked.

[@dougherbert7899]

23:43 he pocket dials someone. I love these back to basics videos, just Jay telling the story of the car.

[@cobra45cola]

Jay Leno and Gene Winfield. The only real car-guys of the past. Absolutely love videos like this keep it up, Jay!

[@CrazyMrTim]

and Tim Allen

[@thelorax7704]

I think it's funny when Jay says it's not very clean under the hood and it looks better than any vehicle I have ever owned. I think about my 72 IH Scout with a 345 V8. I used to come out from under the hood looking like a guy who just discovered oil on a rig in the 1880's. Gotta love Jay. These videos are awesome.

[@TheNeverPlayedSymphonies]

I shook my head in disbelief when Jay said that knowing damn well before he lifted the hood(s) up on the grand Ol Gal that what he considers a dirty engine bay I could probably still eat my dinner off of

[@palmlimit9297]

World War II soldiers gold diamond motorcycle in a Duesenberg what a great movie!!!!

[@garyallen7868]

The Duesenberg has always been my favorite car ever made since I saw one as a kid in the 60's.

[@jordancook1668]

Hey Jay, I always wish you’d include the sound of the engine starting up and idling in the shop in these videos. Maybe throw in a couple quick revs too. The sound of these great engines is one of my favorite parts of these cars.

[@olliefoxx7165]

That's a great idea! Sometimes it's hard to translate the sound of the exhaust/engine through digital media bit its still worth a listen.

[@darylwizzard5832]

Thank God the car world has Jay Leno to honour and care for these iconic cars of olden days.

[@Erik_Swiger]

"What's your PhD in?" "1930s Dusenbergs Wheel Removal"

[@terrykennedy7422]

Gets him paid.

[@alejandrocruz2547]

“Subsequent Duesenbergs I got” Hahaha. Much love, Jay! You always put a smile on my face

[@VintageTechFan]

The Doble steam car, too. They built like 40 of them at all, 10-20 are still around and he has 3 or 4 of them.

[@bigbouncer75]

Duesenberg has been my favorite car since I was 11 years old. My step dad bought me a duesenberg model car and I was hooked. 34 years later and I still have never seen one in person.

[@Ashcrash82]

My very first hot wheels car was a 4 door Duesenberg given to me by a cousin when I was around 5 years old. I loved it before I even knew what a Duesenberg was. I do not have that first one any more (I played with my cars in the dirt a lot when I was young), but I have since replaced it with another one that is even the same color. That one diecast hot wheels car started my love of classic and vintage cars.

[@wrightsublette1701]

You must tour to the museum in Auburn, Indiana. I visited it last year and it’s well worth the trip.

[@troynov1965]

I had a radio that looked like a Duesenberg when I was a kid . Used to listen to it every night going to sleep.

[@jamesallison4875]

Just re-watched this episode. Classic car, classic Jay. These pandemic ones are some of his best.

[@mikehotchkiss8975]

When you talked about the keys being all different I felt you were just talking to me. The current style of videos are more personal. Love your collection and thanks for taking such good care of them and sharing them with us

[@ryanhuntley2201]

"My first rule: Don't Panic" Did we just find out Jay is a fan of Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?

[@blewz4u]

Wow. You may be right.

[@DutchVanHelsing]

Dads Army ?

[@M60E3MG]

I was thinking the same thing. I wonder if he had a towel in the trunk?

[@iamtherealzombie]

@@M60E3MG Well there were moist towelettes in the rear seat storage, does that count?

[@M60E3MG]

Ha! Right! Now I’ll have to keep my eyes peeled for a bowl of petunias in his garage.

[@ward7588]

My father was an automotive mechanic for 51 years. I would love someday to be able to take him to Jays museum to take a tour of the cars and other finds he has. I know that he would just be over the moon to see something like this.

[@mikekeeler6362]

Doesn't he also have just about every year of the Corvette I don't know where he puts all these cars nice problem to have

[@jamescrowe1331]

He's the car guy every car guy wants to be. So glad he shares his knowledge with us. Thank You Jay.

[@compaqdeskpro5770]

This is the car that scares the living daylights out of you at the end of every episode.

[@JustaGoodOlDodge]

A FACT! I always have to quickly find the remote before the honk! Haha

[@captainbart]

The Road Runner horns Great Grandpa.

[@richharr]

Funny, i tend to take my afternoon 15 min snooze to one of these videos Ive seen a ton of times and that horn lets me know its time to be productive, makes me jump every time

[@jimboTTT]

hahaha it has woken me up so many times

[@houseofno]

Amazing that even the tire wrench reflects the level of engineering that went into the car itself. The curved design of the top of that dash looks remarkably advanced for the 1920s automotive design.

[@somannacs]

ecactly... designing that part. Production planning and bring up to finished product would have been a lot of work. Or that part could have been adopted from any other existing special purpose machine.

[@mattm2837]

Amazing story I could listen to this stuff forever

[@euhm]

Jay Leno's Garage, Harry's Garage and HubNut are by far the best car channels there are imo. Real genuine car guys that seem real down to earth and friendly to others. While Jay and Harry do the more high end cars (very well), I find HubNut the best for your everyday forgotten old cars. Nothing like those spoiled kids and there ferrari's. I thank all three of you for making these great video's!

[@edpoell2876]

Thanx very much Jay. I am in my sixties and had yet to see as thorough a presentation about a Duesenberg and what an absolute beauty she is too.

[@mattm2837]

I also love old cars with hoods like this. Makes it so accessible and easy to work on

[@Mrcaffinebean]

Hahaha Jay said “Welcome COVID enthusiasts!” 😂 Jay you are hilarious and educational simultaneously. Never change Jay!

[@RoverWaters]

sarcastic remark to hysteric idiots

[@theadventuresofbrockinthai4325]

HEY JAY, WHAT A WONDERFUL CAR. MY DAD TOLD ME ABOUT THIS CAR AND MANY OTHERS THAT HE EITHER KNEW ABOUT OR HAD. AS A NAVAL OFFICER HE HAD A LITTLE MORE MONEY THAN MOST PEOPLE DURING THE DEPRESSION AND HE WOULD ALWAYS HAVE A NICE CAR TO DRIVE. I USED TO HAVE PICTURES OF HIM OR MY MOM NEXT TO HIS CAR WITH THE SHIP HE WAS ON IN THE BACKGROUND. I WISH I STILL HAD THOSE PICTURES BECAUSE I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT KIND OF CARS THEY WERE. IT'S GREAT THAT WE HAVE SOMEONE LIKE YOU THAT HAS SUCH PASSION FOR RESTORING OLD CARS THAT WOULD OTHERWISE RUST AWAY. THANK YOU FOR THAT JAY LENO.

[@deejayimm]

I remember when he first started doing this show, and for the first time in my life I liked Jay Leno. This should have been the show that was on television.

[@williammartin9783]

Going back and watching the 'pandemic episodes' and the ones with just Jay describing a car, makes me long for those days! The shows where it is just him going over the workings and mechanicals is GOLD! MUCH better than when there is a guest, IMO.

[@doctorgille]

I feel like it's just me and Jay taking the Duesie for a spin around the block. Such magnificent engineering. I bet it will still be blasting around in another 90 years when everything built today is long-gone because the electronics crapped out and all the plastic bits turned to dust. The locking wheel hubs are quite a theft deterrent without the frammis wrench. Super cool!

[@josephgaviota]

There's a lot of truth to that. All this electronic stuff will bite the dust _way_ more quickly than the old metal and gears kind of thing.

[@mrtyreus0]

These intimate Jay episodes are literally the only reason I wish the epidemic doesn't end. 🤣. Please don't stop what you're doing, Mr. Leno.

[@garrygballard8914]

Beautiful Jay, thanks for keeping it alive. Much appreciated for those down the road and the history.

[@davidlegg9690]

Isn't it great when your passion is your work, great shows Jay.

[@jakedeutscher]

Love the covid editions Jay, it feels extremely personal

[@MRBoatwrights]

Me too

[@MRBoatwrights]

The regular episodes seem way over produced. These episodes seem a lot more real and personal.

[@Will_DiGiorgio]

It's good to know there are guys out there that don't want to turn everything into a hot rod or a resto-mod... It hurts me beyond anything to see a perfectly good vintage car of any decade torn apart and made into some abomination.

[@MRBoatwrights]

@@Will_DiGiorgio I know what you mean. I am into hot rods and customizing as much as anybody but I don't like to see anything rare or all original torn apart. I believe it is best to use something to rough to ever be original again.

[@bruce92106]

I love this car. And the Duesenberg was my Dad's (RIP) favorite car when he was a young man back in those days and told me stories of some. He was born in 1916 so whatever the math is.

[@xceler8auto]

Vehicles are meant to be driven not carted around on trailers like a pretty trophies... I like Jay Leno cause most of his vehicles are drivers cars... Thanks for showing the world cool and unique motoring icons!!! P.S. Thanks to all the behind the scenes mechanics, Technicians, volunteers, detailers etc... A fleet like this isnt easy or cheap to maintain.... 😁🏁

[@ImInLoveWithBulla]

This is Jay’s idea of a dirty engine bay. Let that sink in.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

It's a former Pebble Beach winner, so it's obviously not still up to that standard. The lighting was poor so we couldn't see what he was seeing.

[@easyricer]

My brand new engine is not as clean as his 92 year old engine!

[@stefan-anamericaninrussiaa6683]

God Bless Him, Jay is still pluggin’ away, even at 70 under covid conditions.. I see he’s slowing down a bit, and that’s ok.. plus no Vegas gigs.. he surely deserves it, and he still has great hair.. ;-)

[@buckfaststradler4629]

I'm the same age and I resent his "great hair" intensely!!

[@2008tourer]

That's what I noticed as well after not watching him for a long time and now when I'm back I can see changes when he talks about stuff. Still lovely listening to his stories though

[@williamfeldner9356]

Jay, I miss your show at night so much… You were a pro, you brought us together with your humor and did not tear us apart……….

[@songsbyvitali899]

"Check my altimeter... see how high above sea level I am"... Commodore Jay Leno

[@sclogse1]

You never know, the car could have been delivered by dirigible.

[@hatsuboy7393]

The unexpected horn noise on this car is responsible for scaring me at the end of all of your videos Jay!

[@kennethdavidii2734]

These pandemic videos are epic. I love the stories that go along with the cars.

[@burbt6069]

Thanks Jay. Really enjoyed your in depth tour of the 1930:Deusy. The locking wheel nut and oiling computer are a masterclass in inventions. It’s a beautiful car Jay and your attitude of restoring to100 and using till 5, is great to hear. All the best 👍

[@joerogers4227]

I would love a documentary done on automotive engineering on things like ohv, hydraulic brakes, four wheel brakes, both mech. and hydraulic. You don't really know the long legacy of automotive development. I am 78 now and remember pharases like the Chevy stove bolt 6 and remember the whine when driving in 2nd gear. Keep it up

[@d.castillo9495]

What's crazier than the Duesenberg story is seeing Jay Leno without stonewashed denim.

[@JaredConnell]

The pandemic has hit us all, some harder than others. Jay has had to resort to wearing non denim clothing since his favorite dry cleaners have closed down during the lockdown

[@d.castillo9495]

@@JaredConnell Jay wears non denim clothing too from time to time when it was not related to the pandemic.

[@kendallkeil6996]

Just a onezie with no under shirt!

[@JaredConnell]

@@d.castillo9495 hes also a comedian so maybe he would understand that it was a joke

[@jcluma]

Yeah, here he's got on his special rich man's "worker's overalls." Gotta do that with a Duesy!

[@canadaeast8358]

Love old cars and love it when there’s a good story along with it

[@phillipvazquez2834]

The Duesenberg from the outro?!?! Been wondering when we would finally see it

[@williestyle35]

Same here

[@mainmanmustard]

I was disappointed he didn’t beep the horn.

[@paulfisker]

Finally!

[@kenadams2799]

I have to say that Jay probably knows more about very old classic cars, and how they operate, than anyone else. He appreciates them. Keep it up.

[@LMacNeill]

That is so amazing that this car is 90+ years old, and yet you're only the 4th owner! Spectacular!!

[@rosen9425]

oh $hit, never realized it's this Duesenberg at the end credits every time :D

[@bravofoxable]

Just amazing, thanks Jay... I always wonder?.... What happens to all that knowledge and passion in such a person, pass it on, I can only hope. You are much more than just a walking encyclopedia, so much love for life... Great work 👍🏻

[@craighearn747]

Thank you Jay for giving us this overview of a very special piece of history. I have seen you driving in Burbank four times and every time it was a different vehicle. I met a gentleman one time in a hardware store and in talking to him about cars he mentioned that his friend had sold you a trailer queen Dusenberg and that when you picked it up you just drove it away on the public street and that the seller was just aghast that you had done so. Imagine being able to own a Dusenberg and never being able to drive and enjoy it for what it was and is. Happy mileage to you.

[@NightRidersUrbex]

A stunning car presented by a stunning man. Highly appreciated Jay, we love your work. Cannot wait for new videos on this channel. THANK YOU.

[@maddee2548]

Restore em to a 100 points, then drive them to 5 points and then restore them again, GOLDEN WORDS. Everybody else please take note

[@seanfoster1980]

Thanks for finally doing this car. Always wanted to see more of the vehicle in your closing segment for these videos. Keep the Duesenbergs coming

[@co3476]

Imagine being a 17 yo and driving around in one of these in the 20s... ballers.

[@co3476]

@Modern Classic Comics pretty much

[@Doctor_Robert]

Make Gatsby blush.

[@Real_MisterSir]

I wonder how people actually would have looked at that young guy back then. If you compare it to a17 year old today driving a Bugatti, I bet you most people would just shrug it off as "daddy's money" rather than thinking he is a baller. Then again, cars like these were a lot more exclusive back in the day, no internet and no global exposure to prepare and normalize them.

[@easyricer]

At 17 I was building models of these cars and taking my girl out in a VW!

[@jaybeemhardscrote7466]

Probably had a soundcloud where he started his rap career.

[@wayneschiller5985]

Should rename the show - Just Jay & his garage. Love these pandemic additions

[@SB-kw6oo]

Omg is this the car from the outro? O:

[@dennismarvin9143]

Thank you Jay for a wonderful 44 mins of history and the ride at the end..