Torque Monster: 1993 Dodge Viper - Jay Leno’s Garage

Jay bought this Dodge Viper brand-new and has watched it turn into a collectible over the 27 years that he's owned it.
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Torque Monster: 1993 Dodge Viper - Jay Leno’s Garage
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[@Adeadoornail7226]

“It’s where we kinda just have a tripod on a car and we just talk about it” This is the way we like it Jay.

[@RwingDsquad]

I totally agree. These are my favorite. His cars. Just him and the car.

[@ghettotech9617]

I still miss the camera man day but mister Leno’s doing a top notch job for one man operation were fortuitous for the content still going

[@MaliciousSRT]

Harrys garage (automobile magazine) does his own self shot videos and they are great.

[@A.MackElroy0938]

Yea I actually like it more this way

[@ghettotech9617]

SP392 yep they are great there all great just like pan shots while mister Leno in full swing explaining the cars there’s a lot off good camera men with out a job at the moment

[@MrJoshsupra]

These pandemic edition videos feel more personal and special since its Jay talking about cars he owned, plus it really feels more like him talking to us with the camera setup. Thanks you Jay for sharing with us your collection!

[@darryl7256]

Exactly. Just feels like Jay is giving you a personal tour of his garage and, "Here, look at this Viper..." and he tells you all about it and takes you for a drive. Much more personal.

[@eriklehnsherr5784]

It would be an honor to meet him! A man with that much respect for the machines we've created over time. What a Great guy!

[@AbrahamLechLacha]

Do you have your Mask on?

[@deejayimm]

@George Strait wait are you saying there's something misleading about the figure being touted by the cdc, and media "all deaths involving covid-19"? Especially when the footnote clearly states suspected or confirmed cases. Surely you don't think there's something dishonest about paying extra money to hospitals for covid-19 cases and treatments, while increasing the number of symptoms to include headache or diarrhea, while also having no obligation to actually prove that the patient had covid-19 when they died. So you end up with the kind of situation an RN friend of mine told me about. A perfectly healthy 25 year old has covid-19 but it is totally asymptomatic because his body is fighting it off normally, but he gets shot in the head and dies. Then your hospital tells you that you have to write him up as a death related to covid-19. Surely there's nothing nefarious going on here?

[@ezghthrt7733]

Absolutely! I'm tired of all those overproduced (and to a lesser extent, underproduced) and overhyped channels that pop up as recommendations. Jay also made a couple that I found "underproduced" but that's ok.

[@thumper7897]

One thing about the Viper is that it can never be mistaken for another car. If you see a Viper on the road, it's easily distinguishable from anything else on the road.

[@alanjroyrset]

ive seen some women mistake it for a miata lmao

[@borregoayudando1481]

i like the most distinctive feature: no ABS or Stability

[@rorsche]

@@borregoayudando1481 Also nothing to hold your purse, ya little girl.

[@rorsche]

@@alanjroyrset I find it hard to believe a woman even knows what a Miata is. Most people just know it as the gay guy car.

[@alanjroyrset]

@@rorsche lmao agree

[@user-sf5iq2fl1l]

This car is definition of never going out of style.

[@weirdsailorman4070]

It already was out of style when it was released. It was just a bastardized TVR with a underpowered V10, unstable steering and poor chassis. Plus all the things that missed as a car for the age it was released. This car was outdated day one. Looks nice on a poster and that is all it offers.

[@MrLeadbelly1966]

@@weirdsailorman4070 Your opinion means sh!t to me...

[@JB-ej8zy]

@@weirdsailorman4070 underpowered v10 ? 😂😂😂

[@weirdsailorman4070]

@@MrLeadbelly1966 Facts not opinions, but what do you know, you are another braindead western naive zombie following and wasting your life away on garbage.

[@weirdsailorman4070]

@@JB-ej8zy It performs worse then it's original counterpart when the engine and tech is coming from. Not just that but the car is terribly designed and completely unstable and unpractical for what it is suppose to be.

[@Amory-wd3ws]

I kind of like this “pandemic” version of the show better than the regular one, it feels more personal and kind of wholesome with its presentation.

[@lgjohansson2467]

Sameer Kumar Agree 🤧👍

[@TheTomlikes]

feels like the old videos on the channel tbh

[@ABoringTool]

anything but some PR person or designer giving non-answers and speaking gibberish about "markets" and "our customers"

[@AvengerII]

@Daniel Howell I want my red stapler back!!!!

[@magnusmatheson2932]

Both is great, the key factor here is Jay. he is one the biggest presenters of all time for a reason. he is brilliant

[@HennesseyPerformanceF5]

Great video Jay! The stock reared ratio was 3.07 and we changed yours to a 3.73. Enjoy!

[@dotancohen]

When you're Jay Leno, Hennessey comes to _your_ KZbin channel to drop a comment.

[@kenxiong6830]

Dear HENNESSEY PERFORMANCE, feel free to put a twin turbo kit in Jays Viper

[@veggiej35]

I was thinking 3.73’s

[@BrasspineappleProductions]

You guys revolutionized the Viper in all and proper fashion. Great performance upgrading on all your projects.

[@Upliftyourbrothers]

Some of my original favorite KZbin memories was in high school watching old Hennessy venom viper drag racing videos.

[@CheesusSVT]

It is crazy how timeless the Viper has been through the decades. 😁

[@TOCC50]

Sickest car ever

[@JosephsCoat]

My dad was a Dodge salesman in the 90’s and as a kid I LOVED the Viper. I never missed an opportunity to play inside of them and I always enjoyed honking the horn on the showroom floor (no one else enjoyed that haha). Definitely a very special car from my childhood!

[@TheSportscar86]

I cracked up when Jay said "I don't get the No Spare Tire thing. Nowadays they give you a can of Reddi Whip or something." 🤣

[@yaboidustin2447]

At least it's not cool whip

[@CarDocBabaPhilipo]

😂

[@ethanmaede3220]

I was complaining about this today. I had a 2 inch screw in my tire. How is fix a flat and a 20 minute compressor supposed to get me anywhere.

[@TheSportscar86]

@@ethanmaede3220 Exactly!

[@lokerola]

Yes! When I ordered my 2019 Mustang GT I was sure to check the spare tire option. No can of reddi whip for me.

[@TroutWest]

One day, when my 3 year old daughter is in her 30s or 40s I'll play these videos for her to show her what cars were like. Gonna miss Jay some day. Thanks for doing this Leno!

[@20alphabet]

Jay Leno dying... by any chance, are you related to Debbie Downer?

[@TroutWest]

@A Warm Gun Haha, maybe

[@kfrerix9777]

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[@beckigreen]

Feral Man You’re insane.

[@Rushan2112]

I wanted one in 1993 (before I could drive), and still do. Never thought there was ever a better looking car.

[@l042987]

Get one.. Won't regret it.. Love mine

[@shane7051]

The SR II is much better looking.

[@TheNitroG1]

@@shane7051 yeah I agree it was a design they improved on generationally. I think each one looks better than the last basically. they also became more practical. (if you can ever call a viper a practical car) jay actually has one of the few 1993 vipers that still exist and I think he isn't allowed to drive it on the streets because it's not street legal. in 2014 Chrysler had most of them destroyed because people had taken them on the public roads and gotten into wrecks.

[@shane7051]

@@TheNitroG1 was never too fond of the second gen ones. Made it too angular and weird looking.

[@TheNitroG1]

turns out he is driving it on the streets...but I know it's not street legal so I assume it's because he is jay leno. He probably doesn't meet standards on a lot of the cars he drives in the show now that I think about it. I mean would a steam car pass as street legal? probably not.

[@jimjimmyjam8242]

My wife and I believe the best part about having nice, fun, and unique toys is being able to share them with our friends and family. Thank you Jay for sharing your absolutely amazing collection

[@mattmorris2867]

Good for you.

[@garyfairbrother5532]

Whenever we were tempted to forgo a luxury purchase in favor of practicality my wife would say: “ let’s get it, after all, isn’t that why we work so hard? Just to have a few nice things? Never argued or resented that logic!

[@juniorcrimebreakers2807]

Every 90's kid had this car as a poster in their bed room.

[@picklefish74]

Every kid older than that had a poster of a Lamborghini Countach on their walls.

[@GameOver321]

Still do brotha lol

[@Paganiproductions84]

I had Ferrari f40 poster on the wall

[@timmills2259]

I had both a viper and a countach on my wall. Haha

[@GameOver321]

I have them in my gym now lol.

[@OhYeaMista]

“If you pay attention and know how to drive a car properly, you don’t really need it; not a big deal”- speaking about electronic assists. Amen, Jay!

[@yamahonkawazuki]

exactly like those reflective things on the doors. theyre called mirrors. many people dont know how to use them

[@samiam619]

Besides, who’s going to take it out in the ice and snow? Or even rain?

[@johncrankshaft2886]

@@samiam619 its more than that, most people now days drive cars with much more power than they are capable of handling, the "nanies" keep more idiots from fishtailing and running into something or someone. I do however believe that the more electronic assists that they add the more lazy people get when it comes down to practicing proper safe driving because now the car will bridge the gap.

[@sauditate4562]

Spoken like real gearhead ..🏎️🏁🕶️

[@jvcardesign]

What a pleasure to watch a video with no music and no KZbinR craziness.

[@ZondaF355]

Viper is a true LEGEND and will never be repeated for many reasons. Nothing comes close to the visceral and direct experience the driver gets from the engine and chassis. Every car enthusiast should own an early Viper.

[@dj_paultuk7052]

When all this virus stuff is over, please dont change this format. I really like it, and it seems much more personal you talking about your cars 1 to 1 as it were.

[@BadBlonde-CarHistory]

Agreed

[@benkeysor7576]

ABSOLUTELY !

[@phredrocks]

maybe a camera guy to help out, but keep it simple!

[@Jimidan1000]

It is "the fireside chat" format! (Google it, or look it up in the encyclopedia)

[@ModelA]

"Oh, here's the service manual". "As you can see, it's never been opened." Ha ha!!

[@BadBlonde-CarHistory]

LOLOL

[@ScottKenny1978]

Meh, the owners manual isn't worth the paper it's printed on. You gotta buy the actual shop manual.

[@patman1237]

Is there anyone more knowledgeable on sich a vast variety of cars? Is there anyone else that is so enthusiastic and passionate it's downright infectious? Jay I love your positivity for all things automotive. You'd be hard pressed to find anyone who just embraces all things automotive the way you do. Such a pleasure to listen to because I literally always learn something new and interesting. Thanks

[@PGHammer21A]

That is because Jay - unlike most car enthusiasts - even Shmee150! - actually largely drives his vehicles himself.

[@User0000000000000004]

"Is there anyone more knowledgeable on such a vast variety of cars?" Yes.

[@User0000000000000004]

"You'd be hard pressed to find anyone who just embraces all things automotive the way you do." No, you wouldn't.

[@markpomerhn76]

I like when you do the show by yourself Jay! It is very interesting and heart warming. Your the best.

[@Heat3YT2]

There are probably many with the knowledge but few that can actually afford to own them 😂 my dad was the same about aircraft but without the 💵

[@vinotimo7051]

“Put this back in here for another 20 years” lol man I freaking love this guy! Man the effortlessness of true comedians is amazing!

[@Markle2k]

"Where we have a camera on a tripod and we just kinda talk about the car" That sorta sums up what we all came here for, Jay.

[@BadBlonde-CarHistory]

Haaha love it

[@dotancohen]

One of the most amazing things I ever did as a teen was in '95 or so walking into the Dodge dealer with a friend much bolder than myself, and actually getting a test drive in a Viper. We only went up and down the block, and the salesman was in the car for my turn and for his turn driving. Maybe five minutes behind the wheel, but what an amazing five minutes! The car was much more powerful than the Mustangs I was used to, and I thought that I could handle it until coming into the lot and seriously oversteering on a downshift. I've fishtailed a ton of Mustangs but the Viper with it's horrible visibility, neverending hood, and NOISE was just a different experience. Where am I going with this? The Viper wasn't a car. The Viper was an experience. It hasn't left me since, I still look at it and think there's either a part of me in there or a part of the Viper in me. Rest in peace, Mark. Of all the crazy things you dragged me along for, the Viper ride is the one I probably think about the most.

[@gzuzsavz]

Dude. Fantastic note, thanks for sharing. My condolences on your loss..Mark sounds like he was a cool guy.

[@dotancohen]

@@gzuzsavz Thanks, Tom. Dead at 34 from a heart condition. But that man lived more in his short years than many have in dozen decades on Earth. I just realized, it is very very possible that the Viper ride was exactly the half-way point in Mark's life. Shivering thought.

[@gzuzsavz]

@@dotancohen You're welcome. That's the deal..34 yrs or 74..our lives are so quickly passing. It's cool then to spend w.e time we get, doing things we love..ofc barring things that harm others as is a growing and unfortunate trend. I'm 54 this coming saturday. Thinking back to when the Viper dropped..seems like last year! We should live life, not just hang onto it.

[@db4695]

Love to hear things like this. It reminds me of the maya angelou quote “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel”

[@chainblayde]

@@gzuzsavz Please keep spreading this message. Its easy to get lost in what we think life should be instead of just doing it.

[@vap0rtranz]

90's kid here, Dad was a Mustang guy, but he was blown away when the Viper came out.

[@John-hj2mv]

I love everything about Jay's videos. For a guy who spent decades on TV every night, he seems like you could run into him at a weekend car show, and he would talk to you just the way he does in this video. Not an ounce of pretentiousness.

[@BrandMalone24]

Jay is such a national treasure. It turns my stomach to imagine one day after his passing, all these cars being auctioned off. Honestly this site should be preserved In his memory and opened to the public for tours like the Petersen

[@MrYellowClyde]

Brand Malone, I’d bet an endowment has already been set up. He is a smart man and has definitely thought about his legacy.

[@Thellbro]

I bet it’ll be a museum. He has probably planed something like that.

[@TeddyRumble]

Let's hope many years from now.

[@flickmybic7174]

Jay Leno with the quick hands grabbing his wife's black dress 😂 great little story there. This beauty really is the father of the Hellcat, very well put.

[@lloydadkins885]

BS

[@kfrerix9777]

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[@AndyDavis-vc1sc]

Jay has an amazing ability to speak on and on about his cars while not boring the viewer

[@leoabyssal4629]

"And then you got these, these are side curtains, looks like a Middle East woman wearing a burqa" I wasn't supposed to laugh but the way he said it was priceless

[@mr.b3132]

No you should laugh cuz its funny...

[@johnschmidt7588]

Lol.

[@JackOSUrulz]

You must laugh, Jay comes from the old days when things were said THAT WERE FUNNY, and they were observations of life, real quips, and people didn’t feel the need to get all butt hurt.

[@farrendavis4143]

Can't believe that it has been 27 years! I was the business manager at the local Dodge dealership and had the privilege of delivering the first Viper in southeast Idaho! what a thrill to drive! thought i was Tom Cruise in Top Gun buzzing the tower! Great memory!

[@speed7bump]

I live in Boise and drive a 2005 Viper. Keeping your memories alive for you!

[@SlammedZero]

Hello fellow Idahoans! 👍🏻

[@wtfshiiiiii]

Farren Davis my brothers cousin had an uncle who had a roommate who knew a guy who had a friend who had a sister with a boyfriend who knew a guy who had this car! GREAT STORY!

[@brandonsandacz2863]

@@wtfshiiiiii i had a brother who was related to his sisters step-dad that knew that same person...... it's definitely a small world 🌎

[@7sins979]

just how a sports car should be, no gimmicks, no nannies, just driving experience. someday when I have the funds and space this is on my list.

[@yaboidustin2447]

Your list sounds good and I've only heard one car

[@doblajesyalgomas3390]

Rest of affordable cars in that list could be Jaguar XJ6, Ford Mustang 2005, Lotus Esprit V8, Ford Crown Victoria Interceptor, Honda S2000, BMW 750iL e38, etc. 😁

[@0Heeroyuy01]

@@doblajesyalgomas3390 trade that 05 mustang out for 67 gt 500 fastback,and leave the crown vic off the list as well

[@leslierobtduncan7823]

You won't live long.

[@joer8854]

This was back when dodge was doing so many different things and leading the car industry with cars that were just really cool and quirky. They even got some companies to follow them with chevy coming out with the HHR to compete with the PT Cruiser and some others. Today we are back in the '80s with everyone designing the same old thing.

[@milehighgimpster]

Jay Leno is the best "car guy" out there imo. And he was the one of the best late night hosts too. God bless him

[@gregparrott]

I approached a red light where a Viper and an Acura NSX were in the front row, waiting for a green light, at a highway entrance. The NSX revved its engine, signaling intent to race the Viper. The NSX engine sounds beautiful. It's high revving, with lots of whir from meshing mechanical parts. In contrast, the Viper was simply idling and barely audible. I thought 'this is gonna' be good! But, the outcome was melodramatic. On green, the NSX launched, revving to max RPM. But the Viper immediately took the lead with just a low rumble. I think he may have even left the line in third gear, just for effect. While I love the sound of the NSX and was disappointed with the Viper's, the outcome of this race left no doubt that the NSX owner's ego was badly deflated.

[@gordocarbo]

Beleive it! Vipers make crazy torque. Whenthey came out lots of us car guys knew they flew but made wisecracks about the Cessna?UPS truck sound We all knew better not to run one though!

[@TurkGallant]

I’m really enjoying Jay’s mechanic jumper the last few episodes. It’s like he’s dressing down and the Canadian tuxedo is dressing up.

[@robertblanchard6196]

Is that really you Gerard? Go wings!

[@Arthagnou]

so you are new here....watch more videos...typically he is ALWAYS dressed in denim...

[@BadBlonde-CarHistory]

LOVING IT TOO

[@EricTheCleric93]

I like when it's just Jay by himself. It's like listening to a podcast.

[@parkermesch6522]

My absolute favorite car. Ive dreamed of owning one since 1991 when I first saw it in Chicago at an auto show. Great video Jay Leno!!

[@WaylonX76]

I’ve seen as many of these episodes as I can remember, and this has always been my favorite. As a guy who was in high school when this car came out, the Viper felt like the only real American-built “no frills” muscle car for my generation. To me, it was a Shelby Cobra (the ultimate muscle car, in my opinion) for the modern era. I’ve passed on a dozen chances to snap up one of these first-gen Vipers, and I’m probably running out of chances. Dare to dream.

[@TOCC50]

The interior should be entirely black also

[@hmackprotection1]

The gen1 viper is the most terrifying “True” street car I’ve ever driven, and it’s easily one of the Sexiest Machines I’ve ever driven.. thank You Carroll Shelby for helping inspire, and helping develop this American Legend of a pure driving machine.

[@WitchTrials92]

You've really got to know how to drive to drive one of these things cuz if you don't it will bite you and you'll be in a tree

[@hmackprotection1]

Nick right on!

[@PrinceAlhorian]

I always seen this car as the Cobra MK2 how the Cobra could have been if Shelby kept on developing it. It also has a lot of Cobra elements in its style. Shelby lapped one of these around Indianapolis taking journalists for joy rides, one reported Shelby was hands off for most of it pushing 120mph+

[@hmackprotection1]

George Strait for the love of mercy for once in you life 🗣Shut up!!

[@hmackprotection1]

Paul Putter definitely.

[@joeychaseable]

Currently laid off... ): However, enjoying my afternoon being lazy and catching up on some Leno Garage. I could watch and listen to Jay talk about his Cars and stories all day.. Ya know what, I think I'm gonna do just that! Thanks Jay...

[@bgjb-r1499]

You know what is great about Jay Leno? He’s a genuinely nice guy who has never allowed money to define him. Yes, he is rich and has beautiful cars but at the end of the day he’s a down to earth guy.

[@TeddyRumble]

I was driving through LA in January (I'm from Sacramento) listening to KFI I think it was, and some guy called into the show, talking about comedy clubs and such. Turns out it was Jay, I guess he calls in every once in a while. Now I hate everything about LA, but that would be cool. Only thing we have in Sacramento is some HVAC guy selling you furnace tuneups.

[@brettfrimmer6567]

Perfect lines. Timeless. Love the viper. Shows America has balls

[@nickallain]

Honestly, this audio setup is probably better than the one with the full crew. Sorry crew.

[@tomtheplummer7322]

Jay needs the crew to untwist the seat belt. Jay always does it, bugs me. Also need more than a crew to keep Jay in lane and turn off the blinker.

[@DctorSkillz1]

Don’t feel sorry for the crew. They deserve criticism.

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[@avgjoegeek71]

I'm sure his crew does a lot of post production stuff we never see to improve the quality of the finished product. I can't see Jay sitting and editing these lol.

[@thegamingguy1]

They should be embarrassed the audio is so bad when they have such a budget.

[@pali1H]

My uncle was one of the drivetrain engineers on the first Viper. When I was 10, he stopped by my house with a Viper prototype and gave me a 4 mile test drive. This event made me fall in love with cars.

[@Ostsol]

This was the car all the kids were talking about in the mid-90s, mostly due to the TV show. Extremely few of us knew anything real about the car (and I wasn't one of those), giving it something of a legendary status. It's still really cool.

[@anthonyfox2836]

As an Irishman living in Ireland, it’s so great to hear the power rev up with stick shift. Great car. Captured the excellent old school excitement of just V power. Brilliant video Jay 💪

[@rafaliciousbmx]

There's always someone with the "as a so and so" intro and it's so lame. Why not word it into your well thought out comment instead of starting off with it?

[@ncrawford1488]

I love this man. It's pure without a guest. I love to hear Carolla describe his early encounters with Jay when Adam was just doing construction and working across the street. He talks about walking over to talk with Jay about the motorcycle he had torn apart in his garage in the 80s. Good stuff. A driver who delivers cars to us both told me how Jay cooked him breakfast on Veterans Day- that's an American we should all be proud of. GOD BLESS YOU, JAY...

[@stankygeorge]

A bit military salute to J!

[@mpkp2011]

Would respect Jay more if he never tried to swallow the Conan O'Brian show. He stabbed an old friend in the back that day

[@arcflashed]

@@mpkp2011 Naw that was NBC shuffling for rating shifts. Conan wasn't holding the rating as well at the 1135 time so NBC shifted Leno back into the time slot. These hosts don't have as much say as we all think.

[@jimmysapien9961]

John Blaze it’s a dog eat world - everyone get over it .

[@arcflashed]

@John Blaze Only if people let it all turn that way. Selfishness is the root of all evil

[@charlie1832]

I like that he created his own cleaning products but has never mentioned it before until now

[@805NAVE]

Hehe Jay is the best !! I saw them products before on their Instagram page.

[@bufords]

he did an entire episode on his products, where were you?

[@charlie1832]

Buford obviously missed it

[@general_pinochet]

He use it on his own cars

[@jacksin3323]

I remember when this car was a concept... when they finally dropped the RT/10 i was estatic. It was a work of art. THIS 1st generation was my ultimate favorite. It seemed like the most advanced muscle car ever. Thanks for taking me back in time to my high school library reading car magazines with my best friend.

[@chrisB_OG]

I'm so glad you covered this car. I've been dreaming about this car since it came out. Thank you jay for all of your excellent reviews including this one!

[@adamhenton6221]

My dream car is a 96 Viper GTS. Just love em. No ABS, stability control or traction control. Just big tires, 6 speed manual and a huge V10. Nothing better.

[@darthfunkninja9011]

I really enjoy Jay by himself with little editing. The review comes across way more genuine.

[@0_wives]

I remember watching this video a few years ago, dreaming and drooling. Was finally able to pick up my first Viper last year, and it still gives me the same smile today as it did the first day I watched it roll off the trailer into my life. Great video, Jay! Thanks for all the car knowledge over all the years and inspiring young lads like myself to make questionable yet amazing financial purchases, like a Dodge Viper.

[@coryjamesc]

The Viper has Always been one of my favorite cars.. out of reach, but I loved it from the start..

[@Silky_boi]

Was waiting for the “salesman horsepower” story. 😏

[@Charlesb88]

@Epic Gamer Politics Did you know that his father let him pick the engine on the Galaxy? 😉

[@ferrellscales1155]

@@Charlesb88 from Tom Lawrence at Shawsheen motors lol

[@smcic]

Did you know that Jay picked glass pack mufflers and his dad hated the noise it made?

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[@bdoug5316]

One of the cars when I was a kid that I thought I'd own when I got older. But I'm still poor 😔 Dig the videos Jay 👍

[@therealsnow]

I never thought these would sell for $20k, that's pretty dang reasonable really.

[@MicahPotts]

IKR?? I'm looking at prices now and you can get a clean one for only $30k!! It's suuuuuper tempting! Grab it now before they start to go wayyyyy up in value, and we all know they will

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[@BadBlonde-CarHistory]

Same...

[@catvideos3249]

This thing is about to shoot up in value. Mark my words. Nostalgia is money, these days. And this thing has nostalgia for days.

[@gerrymcdonald6194]

When the first Viper came out we waited anxiously here in Canada for one to arrive locally. Seemed to take forever before the local Dodge dealer had one, and word spread across town FAST when the first VIPER arrived. It never made it to the showroom, and for most of us we figured some rich guy bought it and swooped it away before any of us could ever see it. True. Then one day, the rich owner brought the Viper in for service on the same day as I brought my car in for service. I dropped my car off and when I walked around to the side of the dealership to catch a ride to work from the dealership van ... THERE IT WAS!!!!! THE VIPER!!!!! I looked at it like I'd never seen a car before. I had driven Corvettes, Camaro's, and Mustangs ... BUT THIS THING WAS AN ORGASM. I still recall looking in the passenger compartment and seeing a rubber viper snake wrapped around the shifter base. Cool.

[@eldo59]

I remember watching the Viper TV show in '93 after Wheel of Fortune. It was the coolest car I've ever seen at the time. Still is one of the coolest today.

[@mwilliamshs]

Wasn't that show called Bandit?

[@matthewerwin4677]

@@mwilliamshs It was called Viper. I had a Viper themed slot car toy at the time. It was really cool.

[@darrenswails]

I liked that they made a coupe version on the show before they were developed in real life

[@deanmcmanis4862]

I remember being at a car show many years ago, sneaking under the ropes and sitting behind the wheel of a R/T10 Viper, saying someday...someday...And it was about 6 years later when I bought my own R/T10 Viper in 2002 (used). It really was an amazing dream car in it's day, and it still turns heads today. Most people assume that it's quick, but many are surprised how well the Viper handles. I also swapped out my rear gears for 3.55s for the extra bite (stock is 3.07), and I added high flow cats which feel like they make the side sills half as hot as the stock units (so no burned legs) but they still gain power. In the 24 years of Viper production Dodge/SRT only sold around 31,850 Vipers in all, or an average of about 111 Vipers sold per month. So it is truly a rare car. Thanks again for the fun, personal, and informative video Jay!

[@jimmysapien9961]

Wow lucky you 👍🏻 congratulations. I love the new ones . And Vettes

[@deanmcmanis4862]

@@jimmysapien9961 Me too! I owned a Mustang, then a Corvette, before the Viper. And I enjoyed them all. The new Corvette is an amazing car, and great performance value. But the Viper also left a deep mark in American performance car history. And I feel proud and lucky to have benefited from the dream/reality of the Viper.

[@TeslaPlaidChannel]

Dean McManis - Yo Dean! Nice to see ya here and learn of your Viper. I have a work buddy with a few of them and then he wrote the Viper Buyers Guide (by Maurice Liang). Find it on Amazon, it’s a sweet ode to a great ride. Quick story: Back in ‘93 he never let ANYONE drive his Viper. One day he came in and tossed me the keys. We hit the freeway and I yelled (over all the noise) “I can’t believe you are letting me drive your Viper!!” “My Viper?” he replied. “No, mine is in the shop and this is a loaner!” (They were both red of course.)

[@deanmcmanis4862]

@@TeslaPlaidChannel Great story! I know Maurice from years past. He was at most local Viper Club events and he published a slick looking Viper Magazine.

[@TeslaPlaidChannel]

Dean McManis - Cool! As much as my channel keeps me mostly anonymous (it’s more about the cars), Maurice and I worked together for about 8 years in the 90s. Our first (only?) race together involved a couple of Mustangs. We get together whenever we are in the same town, which is a whole lot less since I moved from CA to FL. It was always a thrill when Maurice would show up at work with another new Viper (and “Viper Truck”). Those cars were rare and exotic back then, as they remain today! He set a car standard which I’m now trying to follow, except with Teslas-

[@mxaxm]

On vacation and cruising Beverly Hills when a black Viper (1st I’ve seen as it just came out) blows his stop sign with me mid intersection. We both brake. To my surprise, it’s Leno, so rather than me normally cussing him out, I yell “Hey, Jay!” He waves and peels out fast!

[@Callmedaddy1]

I pray that jay can have 20+ more healthy years on earth with us to keep showing us nice cars!

[@joelupa2558]

I love how he knows that we are so interested in everything hes showing us.

[@BadBlonde-CarHistory]

So genuine and interested

[@kylev.1163]

"It was just the most useless car at the time, and that made it more desirable" This concept applies to me.

[@Nate_the_Nobody]

I just love how much it screams "90's!", it looks like a toy almost, the rims are absolutely eye catching, it has no safety features past a belt, and it probably wants to kill you

[@brandonsandacz2863]

Scammer

[@jamesconraadtucker]

Only Jay could think he has a tool kit in a Viper and it turns out to be service manuals. That's when you know you're a top notch car collector. TY, Jay for sharing! Stay safe!

[@thelyinglama218]

Mad respect for Jay to preserve these cars and talk about these cars. Just a few positive things during the pandemic is Jay's video.

[@antivanti]

I remember how outlandish it looked when it came out but I'm amazed at how relatively sensible it looks today. A Miata or a Civic is more outrageous looking today

[@donnycorn3086]

I knew about the Viper's name a few years after it went out of production, and to learn about the car makes me feel a bit sad for its short-lived. But it never changes for the namesake, and you can't decide its fate. Now at this point, it felt weird when this car carved his own fate upon the stars, not the company who makes it.

[@gregorsamsa1364]

you are tripping

[@verdict1163]

Don't know about that

[@mattmorris2867]

@@donnycorn3086 yep. None of that makes any sense.

[@donnycorn3086]

@@mattmorris2867 man, the me last year was wild.

[@jimmym8835]

Love all your episodes Mr. Leno! But I gotta say these solo episodes are truly just you and the machine! Awesome!

[@Aramigo123]

"Keeps up with modern traffic." yeah Jay. Not sure there will ever be a day where 400HP won't keep up with modern traffic.

[@invictusaeternum]

especially with 55mph speed limits or grid lock traffic

[@l042987]

The 400hp viper pulls about like a 500hp modern car imo.. It's very mechanical and quick response

[@gordocarbo]

@@l042987 Has something many cars dont have. Big torque! Hp sells, torque satisfies

[@l042987]

@@gordocarbo nothing better than a throttle that isn't drive by wire.. The viper has instant pickup..

[@petiedog19]

I was in 10th grade when my brother and I drove down to Cobo Hall in Detroit from Romeo for the auto show when the Viper first premiered. The crowd around the Viper was immense. It was the rock star of the show. It is similar to the way Jay described seeing the original Mustang unveiling he attended as a child. They handed out these cool information flyers (no free hot dogs) about the Viper. Most people don't know this but Bob Lutz was a former Marine jet pilot and he was quoted on the flyer as saying the "it felt like it could accelerate forever" Right after the Viper went into production Chevrolet bumped the horsepower on the Corvette ZR1 from 375 to 405.

[@Freechinesefood561]

2020 has been rough on Jay. No jean jacket and jeans

[@Jfromes1]

Still one of my own time favorites. Raw and simple. A real driver's car.

[@accobra383]

Just so easy to sit back and listen to Jay in this format and loving the fact it's not ruined by a ton of adverts....well done

[@jonkoepnick3012]

“You don’t want to go on a first date in a Viper...” Shows snake smirking lol

[@kfrerix9777]

@LOVE & LOVE ONLY FLAG this person's profile as spam. LINK = kzbin.info/door/WNdc5B8p4blVaAqB3SfokQabout

[@DapperHesher]

I took my GF on dates in mine. Had the girl before the car, though.

[@njchuck1]

If the girl don't like the viper , than she's not a keeper.

[@skunkie110]

Lol. I’m a female...and I want a Viper 😆🖤 I would be delighted to take a ride in one...but I’d rather be driving it.

[@beezertwelvewashingbeard8703]

If those vipers existed in the 80's, they would probably be one of the Miami Vice cars.

[@Sahadi420]

they made a whole show called "Viper" LOL

[@DapperHesher]

@@Sahadi420 That show was NOT Miami Vice. It was pure trash.

[@efuuu]

@LOVE & LOVE ONLY You suck.

[@darrenswails]

@@DapperHesher yeah but when you're 12 it was almost as cool as knight Rider...

[@DapperHesher]

@@darrenswails I was not 12. I'm old. 😆

[@jamescrowe1331]

These videos are awesome. Thank you so much for keeping this going. Jay is the best!

[@coreymahoney4157]

Thank you for taking the time to show your collection! I enjoy every episode!

[@jabberdouche]

"Its crude & loud and very much American" - Jay

[@eaglevision505]

Like DJT

[@denisaljic]

This car was in Darude-Feel the beat music video...

[@BadBlonde-CarHistory]

Great description

[@doblajesyalgomas3390]

This design was sooooo ahead of its time, it still looks great nowadays

[@mountainofeverest3861]

If you spend $60k on a car you should get decent wheels. These wheels were hideous in the 90's.. and still are today.

[@BadBlonde-CarHistory]

Still looks great

[@iluvcakes19]

@@mountainofeverest3861 the wheels are unique. I don't mind them. But if you do, wheels are easy to change out. Many auto enthusiasts do just that.

[@waleedal-rabeh2331]

Finally! I've been waiting for a video on this Viper for a long, long time. Thank you.

[@mosipd]

And just like the Viper,, these videos have that raw yet elegant quality about them. I personally enjoy these much better than the highly polished ones, though those are good too.

[@morgan7a]

".....and used to beat the guy with a car antenna" - ah yes the good old days :)

[@dreammfyre]

This and the Diablo are still the dream cars for me(and probably a lot of 80s kids). EDIT: Or maybe it’s 90s kid. Whatever. Someone born in the mid 80s.

[@DylanL69]

I'm a 90's kid and those were dream cars to me and I was born in 89

[@mwilliamshs]

TF is a diablo?

[@DylanL69]

@@mwilliamshs Lamborghini

[@mwilliamshs]

@@DylanL69 humor has escaped you

[@chloehennessey6813]

mwilliamshs asking a question is humor?

[@MegaDieseldriver]

Just as stunning as it was 30 years ago. I wish I had 30-40k laying around . I believe these will be 6 figure cars in no time.

[@keithtuggle5858]

You're right. Now is the time to get one if you have the means

[@Boatfisherz1]

Agree, these cars will only go up as the 90s kids start to get disposable income. Any kids that like cars in the 90s at least had a model of a Viper.

[@georgecarlin2097]

I had the opportunity to buy a 94' dark green/tan with a high 60k back arpind 2004 for $14,900. Probably could have gotten it for $13,500

[@l042987]

@@georgecarlin2097 I bet you feel dumb for not buying it for that now..

[@l042987]

Get one.. It's worth it

[@thejalderman]

Thanks for bringing the content Jay. It’s awesome being welcomed into your world. Sharing the cars and the stories is so cool. Keep up the excellent work. It’s priceless :)

[@jbebko4359]

Imagine jay a car salesman, could he sell you a car? You know he could. Bet he would of been top dog in his dealership.

[@AtomicBoyscout]

and he would do it selling AMC's, Citroens and Fieros lol

[@jbebko4359]

Eddy Jean the statement was hypothetical and not flaming jay. I guess you didn’t catch the first word: IMAGINE 🤔

[@fxworld7012]

The history, jokes & feeling like it's more personal is the best but now I know Jay has his own personal cleaning & car care products which I have to check out..

[@chrismunos7741]

Thanks Jay for sharing your stories and giving us common folks some insight on a fabulous car!

[@jimmyrecce8787]

I will never forget the day I was driving to work at Dana in Fort Wayne Indiana...I was on I-69... driving south and I saw a bunch of State trooper cars coming heading north...and as they got closer I knew right away what was happening...there was 4 State trooper cars followed by the 33 Dodge Viper pace cars and then the Hurst carrying Scott Brayton back to Coldwater Michigan...he was killed at the Indianapolis motor speedway during a practice session...I pulled off the side of the road and cried...i will never forget that day....😏😏😏

[@DrivingDistilled]

It's so refreshing to hear a genuine petrolhead talk about cars. When the mark 1 Viper was launched I thought it was mad (who watched the TV series?), then the mark 2 and 3 came and I thought they just don't matter anymore, but now I am sad they're gone. I love the sound of the V10.

[@cameron3934]

Driving Distilled The Gen 1 shocked the world and the Gen 2 is when they brought in the coupe and won numerous races, including Le Mans 3 times. In my opinion, those are the two best gens.

[@augurseer]

I watched the show.

[@electronicsNmore]

Time goes by so fast.

[@EndeavorsDnB]

Too fast, way too fast.

[@ohbiIly]

Indeed

[@patriotdiz4846]

from the first cobra to the first viper its about as long as from the first viper until now.

[@gpcbr1000]

I was right around 16 when the Viper came out. I’ve always wanted one. And I will soon have one first generation.

[@karpreece]

Thanks a lot Jay, for keep it going given the circumstances. Lots of work filming solo!

[@jaketyler7088]

12:43 lol Reddi-wip is the most incorrect yet accurate description

[@J0man1]

One of the first cars that really caught my attention as a kid, not sure why. Visually it's eye catching. Thanks Jay.

[@Xx-VSM-xX]

I mean looks amazing, sounds amazing and it's called the Viper. What kid wouldn't drool over it lol

[@craig221]

Same

[@benson8686]

There was one parked in front of our local dodge dealership, I'd drool every time we drove past it.

[@MaximillianPrintz]

Thanks for sharing this Jay! Great video. I enjoyed it.

[@kwigybo6992]

By far one of your best videos ever I’m not even a fan of the car but I thoroughly enjoyed your presentation and stories along the way. Thank you Jay

[@leisuresuit10]

28:05 I appreciate how Jay Leno takes his classics out on the road, for the joy of driving.

[@bruth6138]

Haha. "Chrysler was good about it. They came to my shop and put new pistons in it." Mine, they said "stop taking it to redline".

[@gzuzsavz]

as tough as the Viper mill was from day 1, they did beef up the pistons in later gens.

[@michaelcuff5780]

Thats what I like about Jay, He started amassing ing cars long before the internet. But thought hey I can use this to share my love of cars with everyone else! Thanks Jay!

[@User0000000000000004]

The Viper is why my 2013 Camaro has such an awesome gearbox. Every V8 rear drive manual sports car in the USA for 25 years after this all had virtually the same gearbox and they're AWESOME!

[@gordocarbo]

Got a new Viper input shaft in case I break my 95 T56