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Restorations in Progress: August 2015 - Jay Leno's Garage
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[@TimKreitzAdventures]

Honestly, who dislikes an awesome video like this one? So ridiculous. Jay Leno's Garage makes the world a happier place. Recognize!

[@chrismay6128]

It is disliked by jealous people

[@deinemuddaisdoof]

Tim Kreitz Adventures The diversity of projects shows how much of a genuine car guy Jay really is.

[@badabing2302]

Not only who dislikes why is there 12k + views and only 1k likes. Doesn't make sense u can't watch jay Leno and not like it. Even when I personally don't like the car I still watch the whole video and still leave a like

[@harveyhandbanana]

Tim Kreitz Adventures The new projects and the old are great just new ideas and good times. Agreed a much happier place=]

[@kim007250]

Tim Kreitz Adventures seems like a battle between petrolicious and jays site ( in the nicest possible way ) think jay edged it this week, Top Stuff.

[@Bader.mobarak]

That Volvo rendering is beautiful 😍

[@PuerRidcully]

Bader Mubarak I think it would look better stock on the outside.

[@harveyhandbanana]

Bader Mubarak I'm thinking I want to see a race volvo myself.

[@jonieder50]

***** yeah stock outside but painted polestar blue with wider tires and maybe slightly widened fenders

[@Badtaste21]

Jo Nieder Exactly!

[@The416punchaman]

Bader Mubarak Yea definitely a really nice render! I wonder if jonsibal did it for him?

[@milkcrate82]

We're definitely going to need periodic update videos on that Volvo when you get started!

[@bigfutus]

***** Yes, more of these please.

[@yeahbee8237]

***** yes can't wait!

[@Mahatma618]

***** He should do that to the P1800

[@arturgrochowski3861]

***** I would love to see that Volvo with modified mechanics, but the body untouched - just as it is!

[@elbee1992]

Artur Grochowski agreed, partly to see the look on peoples' faces when a sunburnt 50 year old Volvo estate takes off like a Saturn V rocket at the lights

[@gggg-dt4hj]

The thing i like about Jay's garage is that he doesn't just throw money at cars to get them done quickly. He has his mechanics take their time and it will be finished when they get around to it. No flipping cars for profit, just pure restoration with dedication. Just as I typed this he says that he's not "Overhaulin'" lol. Keep the videos coming jay! these project videos are just as interesting if not more because we see multiple cars in each video. That's something you could add when you cover a single car say like a the lotus, show us and explain other years and models of the lotus as well if you have them all in the same video. Just quick panning shots of the car as you talk would be great, you don't have to go into full history on the car just the little tidbits you already share is more than enough and interesting. Your editors already do some of that but more would be appreciated as well.

[@dgarage9]

There must be a guy that just follows Jay around cleaning his finger prints off of everything.

[@gorefueledsandbeast]

he lurks in the dark plotting his revenge

[@coffeepot3123]

dgarage9 The small cleaning robot from Wall-E? ahahaha

[@ClayLoomis1958]

If you can afford the fleet of cars and bikes Jay has, a finger print guy is a completely reasonable expense.

[@assylyacine1778]

Dear Jay, Please never stop these videos. Even if a tall wavy haired Irish fella wants to give it a shot. They're great, educational and fascinating. Thank you. Assyl Dubai, UAE

[@GlitchMonki]

Mr. Leno never disappoints. Always keeping dreams alive.

[@flaplaya]

The '52 "Pikes Peak" and Jay's respect for ingenuity just about buckled me into tears.. One of, if not the best episodes around this great garage.

[@jnzkngs]

The restorations are why I follow this site. Anybody with a gullible banker can get ahold of the newest supercars, it takes commitment, or someone who should be committed, to have the resources and obsession to get this stuff done. I also like how Jay likes to keep cars looking stock, clean sleepers will always be cooler than a plain Jane car covered with high performance stickers.

[@fUP420babe]

that volvo resto-mod concept image looks amazing! hope it turns out just like that! can't wait to see it!

[@aserta]

fUP420babe Not too sure on the wheels, old cars don't look nice on thin skins, but the rest was nice, the rear door was a nice "forward"back to the current models :)

[@jody024]

fUP420babe that's not their concept image, just an img they found somewhere

[@fadumpt]

aserta fUP420babe yeah the wheels need something more classic, but other then that, the concept image was nice!

[@TheMaxx111]

I just love the emotion Jay shows when he gets that Harley motor running. This is a TRUE motorhead!

[@ParadoxdesignsOrg]

All of these guys are living the dream. Talk about the best job in the world.

[@mura0]

Looking forward to that Volvo. Jay, I hope you live more 100 years and keep the spirit alive.

[@ParadoxdesignsOrg]

Eric Mura yup!

[@gorefueledsandbeast]

yeah I agree... sometimes I get panic and think dammit what will happen if he dies.. hopefully he is a vampire or maybe he is juses... hahah

[@samlandau372]

Eric Mura Amen. He seems like the only car collected who has soft spot in his heart for literally every kind of vehicle there is. As well as he just has a very creative imagination when it comes to building cars like that Volvo.

[@TheMentalblockrock]

WOW! Jay let's his guys have time and space in his workshop (and the facilities) to work on THEIR OWN classic vehicle projects. WHat a kind hearted man,

[@HeavensGremlin]

Jay is one of life's naturally funny people. He represents much that is great about America - an absolute national treasure.

[@Alfarojv]

15:40 That Volvo! The most beautiful station wagon I've ever seen.

[@JoeGP]

Jay is one of the few men i'm glad are rich.

[@Kenny-jj9ih]

Love jay Leon's car collection best in the world!!!!

[@Kenny-jj9ih]

Lenos***

[@dooformuladlx]

Ken Luetkemeyer Leno's*****

[@kanobeez]

Ken Luetkemeyer Leroys

[@k.c.slawncare6046]

It will be a shame when the California fault line breaks and all these wonderful, cars, bikes, and that 30's Harley generator go into the Pacific Ocean.

[@timhardeman4297]

+Sam M Lemon's!

[@AMP21EBP]

What a great guy letting other car guys work in his shop, true car lover and legend you are Jay Leno!

[@neuterspadeyourpets.6201]

I love your restoration videos much more than the others because it takes years to restore a car or machine than an hour show that’s so popular on KZbin. Love it. Thanks Jay & friends.

[@justins21482]

God i love this show! Look forward to seeing that volvo :) and that lotus

[@sarahdell4042]

You should do more of these updates

[@mju34]

Sarah Dell Quarterly updates at the minimum

[@circuit-breakermi3865]

Sarah Dell I can't wait to see the hot rodded, resto modded Electric car!

[@haroldobrien4322]

"Underhaulin", .. gotta love it. Without a doubt I watch more Jay Leno now than I ever watched him on the Tonight Show. Keep up the good work Jay!!

[@SupraStringing11b]

That cunningham is a dream car. Out of this world cool and beautiful. Also that hot rod was dripping with character. That's a rolling picasso in it's own respect.

[@joewilder]

Love it. Boo Hoo, it's over. Oh well, maybe I'll watch it again.

[@fivestar2227]

I can't wait to see that Detroit Electric mod get finished. Such suspence

[@leegoddard2618]

I love Jays light-hearted attitude about getting "his" stuff done, in the shop. 😜👍

[@dronedbr]

I absolutely need to visit Jay's garage. What a wealth of knowledge and passion for all things with engines and wheels. Jay is the real deal.

[@mustie1]

what a great update, please show more like this,,

[@mds2465]

mustie1 JayLenosGarage yes I agree, great update! would be nice to see more videos like this. I really like the collection, Jay. I must say you've always had a good taste in vehicles. I especially look forward to the completion of the Mercedes and the Volvo. those should be very interesting cars.

[@seanmcculley]

My step mother had that same model Volvo. I can still remember the smell of the all vinyl interior. Unfortunately, she traded it away for a POS new Ford Fairmount.

[@SeventeenPointFive]

That blue Volvo was stunning!

[@57WillysCJ]

That old hotrod is a wonder and a joy to see. The workmanship and detail makes me want to just sit and study it. Scrounging parts before the advent of catalogs and the Internet was a job in itself.

[@Ismunoz]

I was looking forward to you having Joe Rogan with his corvette this week:(

[@Plinbain]

Isaac Munoz There will probably be some editing too so that probably goes up next week if something didn't get in the way.

[@TheBlkzenki]

Isaac Munoz Powerful Joe Hogan!

[@acarlovonsexron1994]

Get Ferguson in the Bronco whenever you get around to finishing it.

[@neuterspadeyourpets.6201]

There she is…the CUNNINGHAM. Oh my oh my I LOVE THAT CAR. The dash board is gorgeous. Absolutely beautiful.

[@FUNSTICK1]

Mr Leno has created something truly amazing with this collecting ,and speeking as a car nut my self, I can't think of another program or museum that contributes this much to the automotive world as Mr Jay Leno , america should be very proud.

[@xXJAKMACKXx]

If that volvo ran I would be happy with it in its battered state.

[@Gazzer1966]

***** Yeah I was thinking an ICON style. Modern underpinnings on a period body, with the patina preserved.

[@burlatsdemontaigne6147]

***** I agree - a beautiful old gal needn't be ashamed of her wrinkles.

[@crusherbmx]

***** Me too, maybe fix the interior a little, though...you know, kick out the squirrels and such...

[@GT-gt4bf]

Tesla powertrain on that Detroit Electric would be neat.

[@curbyweaver4606]

GT7786 The chassis probably isn't up to it, especially with the wood-frame body.

[@dlwatib]

Curby Weaver You can always dial back the acceleration in the software. Don't drop it into Ludicrous mode!

[@WittyDroog]

dlwatib A Nissan Leaf powertrain is likely way too much for the car as it is, as paltry as that is. Putting a Tesla powerplant in this is a straight waste of resources that could never be used.

[@CFProton]

Love the fact that you're an equal opportunity restorer. It's all about the engineering! Thanks Jay, for some great stories and keeping these projects alive.

[@rickarra9396]

Jay, put a Hellcat Red motor in something. It's great to see a guy that actually knows what he's talking about, especially hes doesn't try to speak to us like we're idiots.

[@gasmith841]

Jay, this show should be on prime time worldwide. Way, way better than the overpaid boy racers at Top Gear.....Top Gear?, who the f*ck is Top Gear?

[@AmesiesCorner]

The only criticism I can find is you call it a website, but it's your Channel!

[@TheRealEmile]

I think that their is also a website he posts videos on. I assume purely to avoid doing it twice he just says website.

[@JoJoJoker]

Believe it or not, there was a time when I watched his videos through the website. There was no KZbin Channel.

[@AmesiesCorner]

He should just call it his "show"..

[@burlatsdemontaigne6147]

Amesie's Corner He always does that. Kind of charming.

[@cheesewagon85]

The series originated on his own personal website about 10 years ago. NBC took over his site and revamped it when he retired. A lot of content was lost and the episodes only go back like 3 years now.

[@taktventil]

How beautiful it sounds when Jay close the Volvo doors! Music in my ears. You can hear the quality.

[@patbentley3533]

Jay, many thanks for your being appreciative of Al Barns' (Barnes sp?) craftsmanship. It's an outstanding totem of the era. A thought: why not collaborate with the "transportation" students at LA's ArtCenter College of Design? Provide them a "brief" calling for visualizing a contemporary Austin Healy 100 four, or one of the Healey big sixes. A side bar per the Lotus Cortina. Before the Pinto was offered, Ford tried the bringing British Cortinas to America to give them a small car to compete with the Volkswagen Beetle. Central to this plan was bringing four Lotus prepared Cortinas over and giving them to top tier amateur SCCA racers. I was the second owner of one of them, and raced it for two years before going the Datsun route because of their support program. On the two short courses hereabouts (Texas) the Cortina could run heads up with the larger Mustangs and Camaros.

[@Vakito227]

In my opinion, I think you should keep the Volvo completely stock, let it carry on being a sensible, Swedish estate car like it was designed to do. Race it, rally it sure but I think giving it flashy modern wheels, fluorescent blue paint and a body kit on a car like that is just....wrong.

[@curbyweaver4606]

Pope-Eye A bone stock production car with a work-a-day-world 1.8 liter plant doesn't get anybody's heart throbbing. I like Jay's idea: all Volvo, but top shelf, modern, high performance, all in a vintage platform. That's gonna be way cool!

[@cobra454tim]

Tesla powertrain Jay....

[@iangc12345678]

cobra454tim p90D ;-D

[@MrJOEYRULES2]

My guess is its probably to big and/or expensive.

[@SlipknotMaggot0526]

Joey Pirie Jay is a millionaire... Lol so that's out of the question.

[@roywhiteo5]

cobra454tim you want a tesla drive train in a wooden body car?

[@cobra454tim]

yes,yes I do.

[@gearjammergamer8560]

Amazing. Please keep the updates coming. I'm able to live through your garage. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your garage, It's an honor,

[@Vampirebear13]

I can't wait to see that Volvo when it's finished!!! A 640hp all Volvo monster, excellent!! and that Mercedes Benz car hauler is fantastic beyond words!!! Another fantastic video!!! Thanks Jay!!! Love you!!!

[@calebbennetts3559]

My father and I used to watch this blog together. He passed away in 2013, and I just pulled this video up because I was thinking about him.

[@adammace9190]

One of the many many things I really live about jay's show is how big he is on trying to shed light on all these companies and places. Like that museum, or dynamat, or vintage air, or hotchkiss suspension. I mean maybe he is sponsored by them, but honestly it just sounds like he's an enthusiast who wants these great brands to be better known and I think that is awesome and says a lot about him as an automotive enthusiast.

[@petertimowreef9085]

Thanks Mr. Leno for taking the time to share your amazing collection, much appreciated!

[@s00p3rman]

I'm totally in love with that 122. I've had a 242 and my wife has a v70, but I always loved the glory days of volvo. super easy the work on and incredibly reliable. volvo truly knew the meaning of building a quality automobile. kudos Jay!

[@johnellis7100]

Late comment I know but re-watching these because I enjoyed them so much. Sending all the love to you and your family Jay. I very much appreciate you sir.

[@GrotrianSeiler]

Jay, you're the best. The means to do all these amazing projects, with a huge following of car enthusiasts like myself, we thank you!

[@ConwayT91]

Jay... you are living the dream man!

[@Guy_de_Loimbard]

"We staht-ed the restoration..." LOL, Jay's Boston roots shining through.

[@senhorspock]

Loved the Mercedes Benz transporter, Jay!! And, the sound of that horn, at the end... man... it's just wonderful!!!

[@swsephy]

As much as I love all the unique and fascinating cars and projects you show us from other people, I am mainly here because I want to see what's in your garage. Thanks for this update video and for restoring/preserving such wonderful vehicles.

[@petejulie1000]

Jay, I had a 122 wagon, in a weak, broke moment in 1967, I sold it. What a wonderful car kit was.

[@alfredklek]

I love these restoration updates! My family car when I was a boy was a 1968 Volvo 144 sedan. My parents were "Volvo people" and had had numerous Volvos before the one I had gotten to know. Even now, my father, a former limousine driver, thinks the 544 Volvo was the finest car he'd ever owned. I'd love to see that wagon restored to stock. I know the sound of Volvo inline 4 isn't very sexy, but I'd love to hear it again.

[@JoJoJoker]

The plaid interior in that transporter is solid gold!.

[@iLykeCahrs]

What I really love about Jay's channel is that he's really talking to me... just me

[@CorsiaUS]

This Volvo body looks a bit like an old Wartburg 311. On another note, we love Jay's Garage and we are even happier that here at the office some of us were able to go and see one of the last Jay Leno shows last year! It was great. We will keep watching here on KZbin! Cheers! Corsia Logistics Team!

[@Robard65]

“Remember? I think i was wearing a denim shirt and denim pants.” No i don’t Jay. But i do remember that one time when you were wearing that Hawaiian shirt and those flip flops. I start to enjoy these restoration blogs, even though i like cars more when they’re ready. It has that little boy can’t wait for the surprise feeling to it and that makes a battered car promising, even though it’s months of work away of being anything. And I wouldn’t even know were to start. Keep up the work.

[@dunngh]

That Volvo project is my dream project. I cannot wait to see that come to fruition.

[@joeguitargod]

Out of all the projects shown, I'm really liking the Volvo Polestar Wagon rendering. It really looks outstanding.

[@drasp87]

God!! Can't wait for the volvo to be done. The render looks mindblowing. So many viewers share my feelings. The merc truck too looks nice ;)

[@stevewight1409]

Thankful jay shares this part of his life with us...it's the best show of it's kind by far...he is so knowledgeable and respectful to everyone he interviews and the people who work for him....it's the most honest REAL show ...I will be devastated if/when he no longer shares his world with us..

[@Chuck59ish]

I can't wait to her the music from the V-12 Merlin Bentley, it should be quite the hot rod. And a 600-hp Volvo Wagon ! What a concept. Thanks Jay.

[@wyattoneable]

Absolutely one of my favorite episodes. I love to see the work in progress and thanks to everyone involved for making this available to us.

[@wcd46]

Hi Jay Glad to see you working on a Volvo. I have a 1992 740 with 685,000 on it. Original motor still running strong. Love your Garage. Thanks Willy

[@vwgolfer1873]

That Merc transporter is awesome!! Love that thing. So unique and beautiful

[@ddf414]

Jay you should have more of this. It's nice to see what you and your guys are up to.

[@ericheydenreich2846]

Get er' done Jay. Thanks for sharing your collection of vintage vehicles and machines! Hopefully we will get to see your project's to completion.

[@prepbrothershomestead9410]

That Volvo is COOL!!! Can't wait for that one!!! Thanks and love these restoration videos!!

[@AhnkoCheeOutdoors]

Aloha Jay, For your 1914 Detroit Electric power train instead of the Nissan Leaf I'd like to suggest to you the Chevy Spark EV. It has 140 hp and get this... 400 foot pounds of torque! Compared to the Nissan Leaf's 107 hp and 187 foot pounds torque. Less expensive too. Can't wait to hear that Cunningham's Hemi roar, what an amazing and rare piece of American automotive history that beauty is. Also can't wait to hear that Caddy engine back to life on the Pike's Peak hill-climber. I think it would be cool to put a modified to fit fiberglass body from a Sebring MX (Austin Healey replica) on this awesome piece of history.

[@randystone8456]

Hi Jay Love these videos. While I'm a GM type guy and own a 2002 Xtreme, 2008 Z06, 2009 CTS and a 32 Ford with a 383 Small Block Chevy, I can appreciate all kinds of cars and motorcycles. Thank you for the many years of the Tonight Show and thank you for sharing your hobby and passion with us. Randy Stone Chuluota, Florida

[@cheesewagon85]

Can't wait for the Cunningham to be completed. It's going to be gorgeous!

[@grantrichards4950]

I love the colors on the Cunningham! It'll be great to see it completed.

[@RussellRobinson77]

That Cunningham looks really great! Ive never seen one before. That volvo looks like it will become awesome

[@BanquetHallsOntario]

So cool for editing your videos to wear the same denim duds! I'd love to see more of a typical work day in your shop with all your guys actually working on some of these fantastic projects as well as you alone giving us updates.

[@ZOMBIELICKEDMYBUM]

Absolutely love your show! The history of the specific cars the curves on the cars the blood and sweat put into the cars. They don't make em like that anymore. I appreciate the work you put into your cars.!

[@Frandaman84]

i love jay. his passion for motor vehicles only matched by the denim

[@lejink]

That transport truck is pretty sweet

[@sp94svt]

Can't wait for the Polestar Volvo!! Jays garage is cars heaven. Thanks Jay!!

[@TWRX_Chuck]

The project updates are some of my favorite videos!

[@PowerslideSWE]

OMG, that Volvo 122 is going to be bananas, love it.

[@northstar1950]

There are few Cortinas left in the UK because a vast majority of them 'oxidised quite rapidly and it was quite normal to have to have the top of the inner wing, where the Mc Pherson strut top is bolted, fitted with a welded strengthening plate so that a three year old vehicle would get through it's first MOT test! Many other makes did little better.

[@ethanddraper6586]

I cant stop looking at the al barns hot rod. I've watched this video at least 15 times just pausing and replaying that one section of video. I need to know more about it, I love every single detail about it.

[@GJM-]

This garage is literally a dream.

[@marcducati]

I love these restoration videos. I'd like to see more of these.

[@Romanm1957]

That transporter is Super! I'm building an 1951 Chevy COE just to move my old cars around! Anyway that's what I tell my wife! lol Love your videos Jay!

[@youarejig]

Jay looks good with a tan. The color on that blue volvo was amazing

[@DrDodge24]

That volvo will be amazing! Please build it Jay!!!!!!

[@NoLifeArcade]

This reminds me of this 3rd Generation Camaro I passed by yesterday, the owner said he planned on renovating it, and using it as a race car, but if I ever came into some money, I'm definately gonna give him an offer so I can add that beauty to my collection.

[@stratonarrow]

Glad you kept the original motor in your Mercedes! And that Volvo is going to be so cool. The blue color would be perfect.

[@edwardnulton9757]

That car built by Al Barns is amazing. The attention to detail and the amount of engineering and thought put into that car is like you said, genius. That’s the car I’m most excited to see finished just because it’s so cool and so different plus it should be a little rocket at 1800 lbs and 500 hp 😳

[@samlandau372]

Im in love with that Mercedes Benz Transporter! I can't wait for the road test on it! Cheers!

[@MrInfoUnderground59]

Hey Jay, Thanks for the update, we love Jay Leno's Garage.

[@Vlad88667]

Absolutely love these restoration videos