Rare 1970 Porsche 914/6 GT | Jay Leno's Garage

Being only one of sixteen, Randy Pobst extolls the virtues of this 914/6 GT and tells Jay that he passed a GT2 RS at Laguna Seca.
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[@xboxbenny]

This is one of the best guests Jay has had on the show.

[@robs993]

Randy is a legend. I'd love to see him on JLG every week.

[@myass5964]

Mr Randy pabst blue ribben himself

[@realityhitsmehardbro]

Without a doubt. Not only up on his technical facts, but a great scholar of history, and a fantastic driver to boot. A true triple threat, and a great guy. I first saw him on Roadkill. EDIT: We don't often see Jay meeting his equal in terms of knowledge of cars and history, much less a great communicator. And here we are.

[@romankalyniuk2596]

Watch Pobst out drive Camisa

[@UberLummox]

@@realityhitsmehardbro Right. Though unfortunate Jay felt the need to interrupt him every time he started talking about the car's factory racing pedigree. We really missed out on it's history. SO amazing this has a 906 mill! That sound is just beautiful.

[@veteq101]

Randy is one of my favourite "car guys". Very well-spoken, very entertaining, always great stories.

[@regel303]

Amazing what someone with knowledge, experience, and innate skill can provide.

[@feralmale1517]

Randy is THE MAN.

[@timarem8071]

as

[@KyleD25354]

Randy Pobst is soooo underrated... he is such a great presenter.

[@stefanmarraccini8646]

You got that right Kyle. I loooove his talks while he's hot lapping something awesome I wish I was driving on a track!

[@shadow7037932]

He writes for the SCCA publications. His writing is always a good read.

[@thomasbegley5397]

Underrated. There’s that word again.

[@PerplexedPhoton]

He just seems like the most wholesome, brilliant, and passionate person you can imagine. An absolute gem, the world is lucky to have him!

[@selfcorrectingunit8671]

@@thomasbegley5397At least not “criminally underrated” thank goodness.

[@BarricaG]

Mr. Pobst is a great character, can't help but admire him. This car is something special, too.

[@CLCIII]

Randy is so enthusiastic about race cars. Him and Jay compliment one another well.

[@stevewages]

My exact thought. 👍🏼

[@AZBEEMR]

I got the impression Jay was trying to out-nostalgia Randy. Not that’s a bad thing!

[@paulvickers9978]

Seems like Jay is irritated the whole time

[@pixelnazgul]

enthusiast doen't matter

[@Winterstick549]

@@paulvickers9978 Didn't seem like that at all to me.

[@toddpeterson2992]

Randy is a national treasure. A mortal man that has car driving experiences that even legendary expert drivers envy. Wow!

[@nucleargrizzly1776]

65 years old and can still jump into a car he's never even see and set a course lap record.

[@JesusDisciple916]

@@nucleargrizzly1776 he's pretty sharp for 65, as well. He doesn't look 65, either. Life's obviously been good to him.

[@Metalislife2k21]

Very cool guy. I've worked on a good bit of his cars 🙏

[@danielknieriemen8586]

When watching his endurance races I always liked when he was at the wheel. My kind of driver, fast but also takes care of the car. Some current GT drivers could learn a lot from him.

[@maxmcbyte]

BADA BING, BADA BOOM!

[@robnamowicz8073]

Stirling Moss was my childhood hero, the winningest underdog, the fastest, the winningest, talent beyond human. Great story on Stirling, Jay,

[@eag8999]

Randy has been known to hop into low buck endurance races and set lap records just for fun on a whim. Awesome guy!

[@spinnetti]

Yep, in the "24hrs of lemons" series

[@DonOblivious]

@@spinnetti While he has raced Lemons, he's more into ChumpCar/ChampCar. It's budget endurance racing, like Lemons, but with a less restrictive budget.

[@jaysrandomnesschannel]

@@DonOblivious LeMans??

[@DonOblivious]

@@jaysrandomnesschannel nope. 24 hours of LeMons. In English a "lemon" car is one that came broken from the factory and has to go in to the dealership for repeated, major repairs. In many states the auto-maker can be forced to buy back a "lemon" using what's known as a "lemon law." 24 hours of LeMons references those busted "lemon law" cars. Participants are required to buy a car worth $500 and make it race ready. Safety equipment doesn't count against the $500 budget.

[@michaelpreston6767]

Actually, Lemons is correct. I am no longer well versed in the car world, but I think there used to be a tongue in cheek concours de lemons in conjunction with Amelia Island@@jaysrandomnesschannel

[@gsmith207]

Yes! Randy Pobst himself! Finally Jay! Jeez. Hes the best at driving a race car AND actually tell you how! His channel is awesome. True racer right here and a teacher.

[@randypobstofficial]

It was amazing to hang w Jay. Thx G 👍

[@BuzzLOLOL]

914's rare because by 1970 nobody wanted a high priced unattractive car with 46 HP or whatever it was... even most Porsches look like upside down antique bathtubs...

[@davidhollenshead4892]

@@BuzzLOLOL The 914 and 914/6 would terminally rust out in the desert because they had heater channels that were bare metal on the inside. Also if the battery leaked it would lose a critical drivetrain mount...

[@CloudyShinobi]

@@randypobstofficial this has to be my favorite episode of Jay’s garage ever!! Your enthusiasm for cars and wonderful chemistry with Jay was a true treat to get to watch, thank u for all ur contributions to automotive culture as well as motor sports history, big fan 🤝

[@BuzzLOLOL]

@@davidhollenshead4892 - LOL! I was never at risk of buying one and having those problems...

[@momnc4721]

This Has to be one of the best car reviews ever, when I was young, we could only afford to drive VW‘s and when we saw somebody driving a 914, we thought they were rich! This man Randy is so much like you Mr. Leno, he answers all the questions just by talking before you even ask. Thank you Mr. Leno for the history lesson🙏🏽

[@Jimmy_Watt]

Tremendous comment. This is among the best episodes.

[@vectrexer]

YUM ❗

[@10zoll]

a history lesson full of false informations

[@dalesideroadclassiccarwork9038]

The reason why European and Asian engines (Eurasian engines) like to rev high is because they are mostly square engines which are designed for power, unlike American v8s which are over square engines designed to produce torque. That's why in America they used to produced cars with 3 speed manuals where as the Eurasian engines had to have more gears (closer ratios due to lower torque ).

[@patmclean1951]

I came here to write this comment.

[@ksteak27]

A video with Jay and Randy is literally the GOATs squaring up. And who wins? We all do.

[@maxmcbyte]

INDEED!

[@bowilliams3529]

One of the best episodes ever. Randy is an icon in his Industry. Awesome. Need more like this. 🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@DickDawsonTheShills]

Randy is a total legend. Love that guy and WOW, what a a car!

[@stevansaunders18]

Agreed. I really liked how he honored Jay, Rand is such a classy guy

[@DickDawsonTheShills]

@@stevansaunders18 Totally. I sure hope we see him on again soon.

[@bringsometools5159]

I love Randy's excitement and expertise.

[@stevewages]

Well that was fantastic. Have we ever seen anyone other than Jay at the wheel in his videos? Randy is just so genuinely enthusiastic about cars and this one in particular. Bravo!

[@Nicosdayinthelife]

yes first time other then Jay is driving lol

[@moogle68]

He's had racing drivers on before, but not sure if any were Hall of Fame-ers that specifically brought a racecar. Jay is good with cars and likes driving, but it's very clear that he isn't into racing himself, he just knows about it for the sake of understanding the provenance of some names and models, so this was a ]s good a time as any to let someone else take the wheel.

[@King_T]

Wondering why Jay didn't have his seatbelt on when he was a passenger

[@KutWrite]

@@King_T Not when driving either. He made a comment along the lines of "Aahhh... Worry about that later." I wondered if anyone else noticed or would comment. Not judging, just noticed it. I'm sure he's highly insured, but that wouldn't fix a totaled face.

[@michaelschneider-]

+1 .. Randy Post is my Hero! .. My 1st Porsche in the late 1970s was a '73 914 2.0 Yellow over black bucket seats .. Loved that puppy!

[@michaeljordan6008]

Jay and Randy are both terrific. Love these guys.

[@brunotulliani]

Great comment and spot on! Cheers!

[@sunndog5715]

I’m a bigger fan of Jay in his “Garage” show than I ever was of his comedic shows. His joy of vehicles really shines.

[@bgrigg07]

Absolutely. I want a Jay and Randy show now!

[@Tmrfe0962]

I love my 914…while it’s not a GT….nor a 6….it’s a blast to drive, I’m almost always the only one at a car show, nice to see this historic one here. As always thank you Jay…and Randy. Great episode.

[@gigi9467]

Hows the reliability?

[@carlfogle6517]

I concur, I too have a 4 cylinder model, I love her

[@Tmrfe0962]

@@gigi9467 amazing…4 cylinder air cooled are dead reliable.

[@JohnPMiller]

I almost bought one in 1996 for autocross. It was stock and in good condition, but they wanted $4000. Hindsight is 20/20.

[@jekutube9]

make sure you are allowed to park away from the back fence - lol.

[@mitchellsteindler]

This was one of the best episodes ever. Randy not afraid to say it like it is!

[@davidwelsford3189]

One of the best episodes, best guests and best cars in Leno’s history. Love this one.

[@jonwalter6317]

I was passing through Colorado Springs on vacation the week of the hillclimb this year. I had just days before been watching some of Randy's videos on last year's climb. My daughter and I were having breakfast at Bon Ton's Cafe, and in walks this guy wearing all kinds of Porsche clothing. I did a double take and said to my daughter - "I think Randy Pobst just walked in." Of course she said who the heck is that? But it was kind of the highlight of my vacation. Randy and Jay, two of the most awesome car guys ever.

[@NarwahlGaming]

You missed the opportunity to do the old Rickles/Sinatra bit; have Randy come over to the table and say, _"Hi, Jon!"_ and you go. _"Not now, Pobst! Can't you see I'm eating?"_ - and, then, Randy has you tossed out "gently". 😂😂

[@porscheoscar]

Big Randy was one of the only professional sports car drivers that came up through autocross and not in karting. So fitting that he comes on with a 914.

[@procatprocat9647]

You must be talking about just america. That doesn't sound right otherwise.

[@daves5716]

Interesting that you should bring that up. I used to compete against Randy in autocross in south Florida many years ago. I never did beat him, even if he showed up in a borrowed car he'd never driven with mismatched tires.

[@johnjacobjingleheimerschmi3857]

You have to appreciate Randy Pobst. He absolutely loves everything about his car. Incredibly down to Earth!

[@Jupiterider1]

This was excellent! Randy Pabst honoring one of the most unappreciated race cars ever built! He’s a true driver in the best sense of the word. Just awesome! Randy and Jay together is a an awesome combination! Bring him on the show more often!

[@JF-lt5zc]

I owned a 1969 4cyl for a bit back in my 20s (1990s). After yanking the fuel injection, which was horrible, and putting in a 4 stack set of very illegal for CA Dellorto's, it really came to life! Intake noise was fantastic. Things I hated: Shifting was just awful. The long linkage bar between the stick and the transmission, along with the long shift cable that wrapped around from the rear towards the front of the transmission, which was behind the engine, really made fast shifting impossible. And the gearbox, because of the long linkage was just so vague. Also, getting into reverse was a pain. Push down on the shifter, then left and up if I remember correctly. Heat exchangers. I lived in CA, so not a huge deal, but they never worked well. Electrical. It was in bad shape when I got it and just kept getting worse, eventually it was the demise of the car. In the end, the car went to my uncle who pulled the engine and put it in a dune buggy. Not sure what happened to the chassis. :( Suspension was horridly stiff in the '69. It was great in the turns, but for every day driving it was miserable. They did adjust the rear suspension rate on the '70 models if I remember correctly. Things I loved: Handling was unsurpassed. I have never driven a car that handles better than the 914. So neutral. Once going on a 300 degree onramp in the rain, the back end kicked out. It took just a slight steering adjustment and it was back on track. I was so impressed that I did it on purpose once more just to see if I was imagining things. I wasn't. As to the suspension, it was 911 front, and the trailing arms were from a VW 412. It got the job done! The top came off! It stored nicely in the rear deck and was reasonably water tight when the rain came (for a 1969!). Looks. I've always loved the looks. Still do. I'd love to get one as a retirement car, but they are either overpriced or require a full restoration. Then again, I'm not sure if my back could handle it! Thanks for a great episode, Jay!

[@randypobstofficial]

Thanks for the interesting additions, JF

[@davidhollenshead4892]

@@randypobstofficial Thanks for taking the time to show us a race car, and your skill as a driver as well !!!

[@littlejohnny47]

Funny thing about the very sloppy shifting - Put about 100K on my 914-6 and never missed a shift. Once you got used to where the gears were it was just fine. I know many who took a test drive didn’t like the shifter or the pattern, but it just worked. So well that I never did the upgrade to the newer linkage on my car. Best driver’s car I ever owned without question.

[@JF-lt5zc]

@@littlejohnny47 Ya, honestly I don't recall if I ever missed a shift or not, but it didn't detract hugely from the car.

[@davekawashima4544]

@J F About the shifting … Reverse is simply straight up from 1st, no lockout whatsoever. It’s very easy, too easy actually, to get into reverse. Though I wouldn’t call it “awful”, it’s true the early cars from ’70 to ’72 (there wasn’t a 1969 model year) had a somewhat vague shift linkage. It was dramatically improved on the 4-cylinder models starting with the ’73 model year.

[@Khun_Tim]

Loved hearing the revs when Randy took the wheel!

[@seinsmeld13]

I could watch Randy everyday. Thank Mr. Pobst.

[@adyjw33]

Randy And J! This needs to be a Series. It can’t get any better.

[@JaHeHei]

The 914 is just a great car. We own two - a /4 and a /6 GT rebuild. People smile when they see you on the street!

[@normanpower973]

Such an amazing video! I would have never thought that Randy would love the poor little 914, out of all the cars that I've seen him drive. He was really able to express how all 914 owners feel about their cars. I have one myself and have been working on it since the late 90s. I recently got to drive it on the road again for the first time since 99 it was absolutely incredible experience. My 914 now has a modernish VW 1.8t engine with a big turbo in it, all going through a boxster transmission with a gt2 shifter, it's making about 320+hp and is a total rocket. It can be driven totally normal till 3000rpm but after 5000rpm watch out as it explodes down the road right to the 8000rpm redline. I weighed it at my work and it was only 2080 pounds after all of my modifications.

[@stevewages]

That’s awesome.

[@brianhaygood183]

Very cool. Congrats on getting it back on the road.

[@thetachi5]

Would absolutely love to see this in action if you begin to post on KZbin

[@normanpower973]

@@thetachi5 I have a couple vids on my youtube page if you click on my icon. I just blew up the rear axle and have a replacement 930CV coming. I gave it the beans in third and it chirped the tire for a moment and then the clutch slipped, so I'll be upgrading that shortly.

[@ghoulbuster1]

914 is great specially with a bit extra power!

[@TCE63]

Great episode Jay. Between Randy’s passion for this car and Jay pulling over for Randy to drive- may be my favorite now. Two entertaining experts. I liked it even more than than the Evo Dino! More content with Randy in racecars! Thx

[@Cassandra902]

@The ColeVette Experience 👆📩

[@jackrice2770]

That was a gift from god for a former 914 owner! What a car! I've driven several different sports cars over the years, English, Italian, German...and the 914 1.7 I owned was hands-down the best. No, the fuel-injected 1.7 didn't have enough power (is there ever enough power?) but with the 5-speed close ratio box, it got up and going pretty good. I got a top speed run of 117mph from mine, and it was a well-used car at that point. I worked nights at the time and one night on the way to work a cop pulled me over, clocked me at 90 and I'd had no idea I was going that fast. Pays to be a nurse, I was in my scrubs and he gave me a bit of professional courtesy and let me off the hook. I made a sharp left turn on a wet corner and spun the car a complete 360, wound up pointing in the direction I wanted and just kept on going. Only do that in a mid-engine car. Thanks Jay, you've made this old goat feel young again!

[@maxmcbyte]

Same here! I was 20 years old living in Seattle and I purchased a pre-owned 1976 914 2.0 in 1978, and absolutely loved it. Got pulled over by the Washington State Patrol twice, once going up into the mountains and another time while comming along side and playing with a Lotus Europa. Got pulled over and in both cases the officer left me off the hook! Also had a gourgeous Alfa Spider that I was truly in love with! God I miss those days! Wanna go back!!!

[@tkreitler]

Three legends- Jay, Randy, and the 914-6 GT. This is absolutely the kind of stuff that I subscribed to see.

[@Jimmy_Watt]

Bartending at 18 years old. A simpler world I wish I could experience. This guy is among the better guests, and this episode is among the best as well.

[@WaylonX76]

I could listen to Jay and Randy go back and forth all day. There’s a whole lot of auto knowledge between those two fellas.

[@user-xj8os4cr1l]

Very cool to see Jay get out and have Randy drive but even more exciting to see Jay holler out in joy as Randy drives the car the way only Randy can. So cool. I enjoyed this.

[@larspederson1451]

Love this episode 😍. As a kid in the 1970s my uncle had a 914 that I remember cruising around in. I've always liked this car based on those memories. That 914-6 is a beast!!!

[@randypobstofficial]

My sis Judi had one, as mentioned. She was cool. Great beach car w top off.

[@sunndog5715]

I ALWAYS liked the aesthetics of the 914. As an early teen, the car’s lines struck me as exotic. Unfortunately, I never had an opportunity to drive one. Until… In 1983, my then girlfriend bought an orange 1971 914-4. My girlfriend’s mechanic yanked the stock engine out, replacing it with the later 2.0 liter. Fuel injection was supplanted by 2 42mm (?) Dellorto dual carburetors. New cams and valves (sodium filled) completed the transformation. So THIS was my first experience with a 914! What a thrill. My friend has a 1997 911 Carrera. I’ve accompanied him to a few Porsche shows each year. (PorscheWerke in Monterey this past Summer) He is continually annoyed with me as I always gravitate to the 914 entrants’ cars instead of the 911s. I don’t care. First loves (more ways than one) always get primacy of place. I recently purchased a front mid-engined 2001 Honda S2000. I was pleased to have it mentioned favorably during this episode. Thank you, Randy, for sharing your knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm. Safe travels. ✌🏻

[@tommarino69]

That raw metallic engine noise is just pure delight to my ears, I adore these little 914s and just like the boxsters now it's criminally underrated and unjustly looked down on by a lot of 911 snobs.

[@DarylHiers]

That missed shift at 30min mark wasn't very delightful.

[@romulus_]

@@DarylHiers jay has missed a few over the years. happens.

[@ShamanWS6]

I have a 911 and I love those cars.

[@bowlica1]

Two national treasures sharing a few great moments. Thank you gentlemen. 👏

[@brianhaygood183]

Jay is so humble and considerate. He knew letting Randy drive it was the way to let this car (and Randy) show off.

[@DaniTheNachoPirate]

Maybe I'm just stoned, but Randy gives me a old vibe of my childhood. Telling my own stories and explaining my experiences just like he did in this video was an everyday occurrence when I was picked up from school by my mother or father.

[@elohel9094]

Jay is like that cool uncle who always comes around at family gatherings in a new car with a new gal 😂💪

[@kz.irudimen]

He's been married for more than 40 years

[@mediocreman2]

I can only wish for an uncle like Jay!

[@mediocreman2]

@@kz.irudimen Google what the word 'like' means

[@briangardner5905]

I think the Porsche 914 is a beautiful design. So cool that it came in at position 6 at Le Mans in 1970. I have 6 - 914's in my Hot Wheels collection, including car #40, which I believe is a model of the Le mans 6th place car. I graduated from High School in 1970, wish I could have bought one of these at this time! I always watch for this model in diecast and collect them. Glad you featured this car. Now back to the segment! - B-LOVECARS-Gardner

[@duygukayhanisaskank4915]

In the late '70s, I drove one of these "factory-built beasts" at Elkhart Lake. In a word...!!!!WOW!!!! They handle like it's on rails. They're ridiculously quick & the best car in corners I've ever driven. With modern compound track tires, it must be insanely agile in the chicanes & hair-pins. 🙂 Best regards, Ben

[@howardmckenna]

I always thought these were beautiful little cars. A true SPORTS car. Nothing frivolous in the design or execution. These always captured my imagination more than the more commonly seen 911.

[@zekelucente9702]

I remember when the 914 was introduced at my local VW dealership Renfro Motors in Orange, CA and they gave away flower shaped stickers and we all lined up to get one. As a kid I didn’t understand the controversy about VW vs Porsche all I knew was I liked the car just like the way I loved the Karman Ghia. My first car in 1978 was a 1966 VW bug and there’s nothing like like the experience of your first car. I paid $900 for the car and my insurance was $1,100. The sense of freedom of your first car was amazing and now that the government is doing all they can to get rid of the ICE cars it’s heartbreaking because the truth is it’s all about controlling all aspects of daily life including your freedom of movement.

[@bugnut82]

They sure are. Just a pure driving machine.

[@timrussell1559]

Have a niece who had just received her drivers permit a few years ago. She was the typical extremely nervous and inexperienced driver. The first time she backs out of a parking space she slams into a freshly restored vintage porsche 914. Her debut driving experience was very memorable, and very expensive!

[@stevewages]

Oof. What are the chances?!

[@pieroluciano3272]

Had '73 2.0L 4cyl with 45mm Dual Dellortos and that thing was a beast! I can't imagine that extra torque with another 2 cylinders! Sweet Video! 👍

[@michaelhughes3302]

Seeing Jay dart in and out of lanes tells me all I need to know about this cars handling prowess. Super direct.

[@johnkanode3697]

One of my favorite cars. Should have bought one when I had the chance, back in the 1970s.

[@mountainmandale1587]

Randy Pobst! Instant thumbs up! He's an automotive Legend!

[@mountainmandale1587]

I grew up on Merritt Island, right up Tropical Trail from Randy! Never met him, but I'd love to!

[@gsmith207]

yup, hes really good at us liking him. just a cool cat

[@mikeschafer8992]

Randy has been my favorite for many years.

[@JackBWatkins]

I had a 1972 914 4 cyl. I used to tell people to just hold on because I don’t slow down for turns. Loved the car but then came a family. My C6 almost fills the hole in my heart.

[@Cassandra902]

@Jack Watkins 📩📩

[@kipsimpson2332]

I hope Jay has more guests like this. Enthusiastic, knowledgeable, comfortable in front of the camera. The car is interesting but the guest/car combo makes this an engaging watch.

[@scottimusgarrett15]

I woke up this morning with typical Monday Dread. Then, I saw that this week's car is the 914-6, one of my favourite cars ever. Then Pobst, my favourite driver/car raconteur ever, comes walking out. You guys (all of you involved) not only improved my Monday, but made my week! Thanks, y'all!✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦

[@chriscarbaugh3936]

Have you ever owned one? Sold my real 914-6, which had a modded 2.4 … and a good suspension … never missed it! But you can go into a corner, with little brakes (they’re crap anyhow) … and just yank the wheel. It is pretty cool

[@scottimusgarrett15]

@@chriscarbaugh3936 sadly, no. I've had the opportunity to drive one, and I thought it was the perfect match between my Volkswagen and Porsche obsessions (when I got priced out of Porsches, hey, VWs!). I've always loved their quirky, red-headed stepchild relationship with Porschephiles!

[@chriscarbaugh3936]

These are twin plugged as well. You can make out the twin coils and the big dizzy when Jay is under the “hood”. Fun cars, but the 901 shifts very poorly!

[@nornibres]

I couldn't believe the amount of room in the cabin, even with a cage. Randy and Jay weren't shoulder to shoulder like I was expecting in such a small car.

[@AlexLopez-yu6we]

Randy Pobst: The only driver that can constantly & consistently push a car's limits while smiling & laughing; I just listen to his vids rather than music.LEGEND

[@tekkietekkie]

How does Randy not have a show, very few people are as talented and enthusiastic as him. Crazy car I had no idea these existed, if all of those cars had a decent engine they would have been a big success.

[@RobertKarlBerta]

The problem is Porsche fans only want a 911 as their top car/race car. Remember when they brought out the 928 which was supposed to be the 911 replacement. Porsche fans still wanted the 911 at the top of the line. Luckily Porsche has been able to tweak that design to get a fantastic performance car but it also caused the company to nearly go under. The cheaper cars like the 914 and later the Boxer along with some of their other less sporty cars like SUVs saved Porsche's bacon.

[@NarwahlGaming]

Randy is too busy being on everyone else's shows to have his own. 😂😂

[@Cristobal_Ygnacio_Arriaga]

This is the first time I see Jay switching to the passenger seat to let the guest drive. But it’s Randy Pobst so I shouldn’t be surprised.

[@farmerdave33]

Shows you how much Jay respects Randy's abilities

[@stevenwilliams1805]

@@farmerdave33 yeah and he still didn't put on the harness.

[@NashPotatoesOutdoorShow]

I love this episode...Randy drives just like I do!

[@aanboo85]

Love Randy, became a fan after watching him race in the old World Challenge series driving Porsches and Audis. Such an accomplished driver, knowledgeable and very likable. This episode is such a pleasure to watch.

[@bimmerfan729]

I remember the first time I experienced one of these. Seeing one out run a 911 with ease up the hill from turn 5 at Road America at a vintage race really opened my eyes to how cool these are!!

[@tredw66]

I always liked taking the interstate exits without lifting and watching the cars following me suddenly backing off. Too much fun.

[@jasonwebb6484]

As they say at around 40 minutes in: Randy is the stability control and Jay is the airbag. Great stuff guys.

[@williambremner9022]

I have ALWAYS loved the 914 Porsches! They just scream low COG and amazing handling. To see one in this iteration just blows me away! Thanks so much Jay.

[@motor-head]

Randy is such a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guy. What a treat!

[@glenjo0]

Saw very few of these around "back in the day", but even with a non-race engine, these things were monsters, absolute monsters!

[@Washman-jw3hl]

Pobst is a real legend. Not a boring word comes out of his mouth.

[@terryloh8583]

I've always loved the 914, and I remember when they were dirt cheap, but I still couldn't afford them or the upkeep. Such a joy to see the car being driven the way it should be and appreciated.

[@samiam5557]

Nice to hear Jay wind them engines up, Nice 914 no doubt about it. PS: Randys observation at 34:10 "back when sex was safe and racing was dangerous...." is hilarious! 🤣

[@poppyneese1811]

Mr. Pobst look up ultimate racing driver and got to be a picture of this great man! The man appreciates machines and their abilities and loves making these great machines perform, gets the best out of them, very enjoyable interview!!! Could you imagine a long road trip with these two men, Heaven on earth!!!

[@c.varela]

The best duo of 2022, until now: Leno and Pobst.

[@davidcarlisle4667]

I love Jay's knowledgable enthusiasm for all cars, but he also cracks a good joke when I least expect it, which makes me laugh every time.

[@MyGuyJustinH]

I really enjoyed watching this video. In fact, I love watching everything that you put on this channel. Thank You, Jay

[@tylerfranz2401]

So happy and excited 😆 I love the passion in this man

[@SLDIKJF]

That sound.... Just magic. Probably one of the best engine sounds I ever heard. And just amazing that compared to many other test drives Jay does this is a long and pretty thorough. This car can handle it.

[@kellybackstrom3024]

Best Leno's Garage Episode Ever.

[@derekharmon8699]

Jay, you and randy pobst is by far one of my favorite videos/vlogs that I've seen and I've been watching both of you for years love the car and love the interaction between both of you. Big Thank You to the both of you for this post/content

[@paulmcdonald9592]

Randy's so perceptive and knowledgeable about the brand. Fun watching the two parry about the fundamentals. Great content!

[@johnhall412]

Jay- PLEASE have Randy on the show more!!

[@stevansaunders18]

I am not sure what I enjoyed more the car or Jay and Randy’s banter!!! What a blast thank you Jay! Loved watching Randy he was like a kid on Christmas Day! 😎

[@Mike-lh1rq]

Awesome car, just like Jay Leno says, it's one of least understood cars Porsche made. I own a 914 and 914/6. Both are light ,nimble and super fun to drive. I've owned a 911 and it didn't bring a smile to my face like the 914s do.

[@klausschreyer7062]

914 easier car to drive 1 had Mid engine 2 low to ground 3 center of gravity is better than 911 but there's few guys that really know How drive 911 aka widow maker which I think is BS I've been Working on and Driving 911-997 since I was 16 Never Encountered a bad Situation loosing control I drove them hard but you have to know the skid path Limits just like with any other Car, Driving Skills are Big Factor a lot of people give 911 that reputation I'm not saying you are but you know what I mean that's my 2¢. Have a good one.

[@Mike-lh1rq]

@@klausschreyer7062 Thanks, yeah the 911 is tricky to drive ,but can definitely be driven well, especially in later versions,. One thing they say is nail the throttle harder in the corners in a 911 and don't lift off the throttle! That said, the 914 is a really great handling car, so well balanced and light! Kinda like a big go cart and lots of fun!

[@jaye2865]

I enjoy everything Randy does. His passion and charisma are unmatched.

[@crossphaded]

Randy is the car guy's car guy. Super rapid racing driver too. What a legend. A visit to Jay's garage is long overdue!

[@unhingedwilly7415]

My dad had one of these in orange in the late 80's. He loved it. Rear ended a semi-truck trailer with it and hit the top of the windshield and almost took off his head. Tiny car. RIP Dad

[@jked7463]

What a blast seeing jay and Randy banter. One of the best modern racers. It's upside down and backward. What gear am I in??? And he would still blow anyone's doors off. 🤣😂🤣

[@DigitalJeremy]

What an amazing song that car sings!! Really great. I've always liked 914's (today I have a 928). Had no idea about 914/6's...great episode. Randy is one of my favourite drivers...so humble and enthusiastic, it's infectious. I hope Jay has him on more often - he augments the show very well.

[@danielt.8573]

41 minutes. When you have a great guest and a great car you don't want the video to end.

[@Cassandra902]

@Daniel T. ⬆️⬆️

[@maxrayman]

I've had my 914 2.0l for 4 years. Always makes me smile when driving it. Thank for giving the car a bit more notoriety.

[@Cassandra902]

@maxrayman 👆👆

[@csmarkham]

I see Randy’s face in the first interior shot and Woo-hoo! 🎉 I know this is going to be another better-than-the-usual-great episode! 🍿

[@teamracing6]

Wonderful car and wonderful guest. Randy is always awesome.

[@usaturnuranus]

Watching on my living rm system, through my stereo, this little beast sounds incredible when it winds up. Never knew this version of the car existed. Very cool.

[@pr05teja59]

i love how enthusiastic and happy Randy sounds (:

[@larryb.lindsay2366]

Great episode Jay. Hope to see Randy on here again. A legend.

[@Cassandra902]

@Larry B. ⤴️⤴️

[@sergiococos]

Loved this episode. Those guys looked like they were really having a blast in that thing😎👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@01FozzyS]

Randy is one of the best out there. Glad I got to meet him at Laguna Seca some years ago when he was still driving a Mazda 6 in the Speed World Challenge.

[@vmax4575]

I own a 2006 Porsche Boxster S and it is a wonderful driving experience. It is balanced and a blast to drive every day (except for winter, here in the Midwest). I understand that people say that it isn’t really a Porsche (911). 914’s are neat and a great thing that broke Porsche out of their singular way of thinking. Thank you Jay and Randy for another interest video.

[@jasonlaffert574]

Growing up I had a VW garage as a neighbor. I remember seeing dozens of these at their place and in their junk yard. They would call it the poor mans Porsche, and it was frowned upon. I am glad to see them being enjoyed now.

[@baldheadedmonkeyboy2494]

I must have been real poor, because I still couldn't afford one back then let alone now!🙃

[@chrishultgren777]

You're right. Only teens drove these to their part time jobs. No Porsche owner would even park next to these. Lots on the roads in the 1980s.

[@oakcor]

Jay, Have Randy as a regular guest. He's very entertaining on Motortrend.

[@mediocreman2]

He's the only thing entertaining on Motor trend these days.

[@joefin5900]

As a kid growing up in the late 60's in Massachusettes, I loved putting Porsche motors in my bugs. 4 bolts, throttle cable, the fuel line, a few wires and cables, and presto you had a hotrod!

[@letitrest4662]

What a great video..... I love the enthusiasm of Randy, he's a car guy, without a doubt. When I was a kid, a neighbor of ours that lived around the corner was in partnership with another guy, in a German car repair shop, in Peoria, Il. Our neighbor Vic Meyer, had a Porsche 914-6 that he raced. I remember him take that car around the street corners in our town, Pekin, Il. What an amazing and under appreciated car the 914 was.