I can listen to Jay and any of his guests all day and not lose interest. I met Jay countless times around the Burbank airport where I worked at, and he was one of the most approachable and humble people I ever interacted with.
Not outside of cars, here in the UK he's known I'd says by pensioner Men/Women maybe & generally car people. But the average British person doesn't know anything about him.@@WZD10016
I like how Jay has cars in the 30k range in the collection and speaks highly of them, you can tell he likes them for what they are and means everything he says. Hes no bulls#%t
My summary after bingewatching 50+ episodes in the past few weeks: Jay likes to say - beancounter - road hugging weight - for a lack of a better word - everything under 10 seconds was fast Also he randomly shouts in every video and no matter what he drives he can't keep it in the lane :) Oh, and he makes awesome car content
Yes, for all his creativity", Jay does reuse a lot of standard "stock phrases" in his videos. It can be "charming" when viewed a couple times a week. Hearing the same or similar things repeated in *50 videos* can also become grating or annoying. I started my journey into Jay Leno's car videos over 6 years ago, with a smaller "binge watch" of about 30 videos over two weeks - I can understand what you experienced, a bit. It is worth it for me just for the Duesenberg, Packard, (sometimes Ferrari or Lamborghini coverage), and pre and post WWI cars... but that is my jam.
Been a GM guy my whole life and I am SUPER proud of the C8 in all variations!! Stellar job GM and now the ZR1 and ZORA soon. Insane! My childhood dreams coming true! Crazy!
Jay's level of enthusiasm for anything that you can drive is so infectious this is one of the best car shows always interesting those are two amazing machines
Mary Bara is the CEO. And they both kill small car production, no hybird and small truck either. Beside corvette and full size trucks and SUV, GM has nothing to offer.
Mark Reuss is a college classmate of mine -- he studied Mechanical Engineering; I studied Electrical Engineering. He had a similar vintage Corvette convertible as his summer car, and a Cosworth Vega as his winter car in those days. Good to be GM royalty, I guess.
@@shadowopsairman1583 She’s a GM lifer, and they needed to show the company wasn’t keeping the same guys in the exec ranks. She’s not been horrible, but, to your point, there were other candidates.
Great video Jay. Mark seems like a genuine, down to earth car guy too. The story about Bill Mitchell was hilarious. I'm 62 years old, and I've loved Corvettes since I was about 6 years old... Our neighbor had a white with red interior C2, and every day he would let me come over and sit in the car. I got my first Corvette when I was 17, and I was involved in SCCA GT-1 road racing when I was 18, in a 63 split window coupe... There were several years where the Corvettes were very disappointing, but they have come back in ways that none of us could have ever imagined. The new cars are incredible, but as amazing as they are, I will still always love the C2's the most because that is what I grew up with, and because they have so much character. The new cars just don't have the character, but they certainly do everything else incredibly well...
As always, thank you Jay! What an incredible automobile. It's the people who always make the difference. Tadge Jeuchter and Mark Reuss are right up there with the very best.
How often do you see the GM come out and explain fairly in depth engineering of a vehicle made by a multi billion dollar company. Bravo General Motors.
As a Corvette owner and a Union Blue Collar worker this is amazing to see Americans that work hard produce this. Although for the life of me I can't help but see hints of the long lost Pontiac Fiero GT..Good Job Chevrolet for reaching back..👍🏽🏁
Having read some of the negative comments, I for one, am pleased Jay’s Garage made this episode. The Vette is a legend, as is Jay, so it’s only right his show should premier the car. I personally, would have liked more details on the engine. I had to check ‘Car and Driver’ to learn this engine is an LT7 and that there are more than just two turbos on it compared to the ZO6’s LT6. I presume it is RWD and not AWD. But, confirmation would have been nice. Did they consider AWD? Probably not as it is a ZR1, but then again maybe…… As a Brit, we love USA’s V8’s Still my favourite Vette is the C5. That shape with the enclosed headlights cuts it for me. It was the second Vette I travelled in (as a passenger), the first was a C3.
When i was about 8 years old my dad got me one of those model cars you have to build on your own for xmas and it was a 1953 Corvette... corvettes are literally burnt into my DNA lol favorite car... this episode Jay I'm in absolute heaven!!!!
Jay I have to say that I respect your legacy. We appreciate your passion and I know you have been going through a lot recently. All the best and prayers for you and your family.
Jay, you are the most impressive car crazy collector I have ever seen. Most impressive is your deep knowledge of all cars. Much kudos to you. I'm truly not worthy.
Though I am a big fan of JLG, I almost never watch these introduction vids as I consider them simply free ads for whoever's introducing a new model and of course the marketingspeak rules everything. But I've watched the Reuss family since they came into positions of being able to make things happen, and could not have more respect. Other than the salaries, they are just like us. They know every piece of a car, how it works, what it does,and how to maximize it. They are true performance enthusiasts and it shows in what they produce. I bought a Grand National in 1987 and considering the time it was made and its competition, it was simply stunning. The enthusiasm and insistence on excellence made me have hope once again. In fact, I sold a legendary 70s musclecar in order to buy it. It was faster, more comfortable, got better mileage, and had A//C. So when Lloyd's son is talking about his newest project, I listen.
They both had an ad that said, "Lord Vader, your car is ready." But the Grand Nation actually had a picture of Darth Vader over the car (I still have the poster), while the Impala only had the words and no picture of Vader.
As an American sportscar fan (drove imports for years because I wasn't rich)..I love that the Corvette is still doing the same job since it's done since GM threw the V8 into it in the 1950s. Performance at Porsche/Ferrari levels for half the price. I want to drive a C8.
C1-C3 are my dream car/projects, Classic Chassis with modern handling, braking and power plants/transmissions, 496 Vortec 8100 or 454 LS with a Built TH 400, 4L80, or 6L90-10L90 anyone? Or a Callaway C4 (the styling was enhanced)
@@shadowopsairman1583 , I love C3s. That's what 'Vettes looked like when I was a kid! But what I should have done was bought a C4 when they were fully depreciated. I can't overstate the glee in the US sportscar community when the cars were new. Just the pride, if nothing else."Corvette is BACK, baby!" Younger SCCA buddy of mine picked up a running (not well)/driving C4 for $2K about 6yrs ago, ripped the stock induction off and replaced it with one of those aftermarket EFI systems (he often jokes that guys my age always go for the "Edelbrock/Holley Solution" 😆), and went hillclimbing. Car's fast..he's picked up a trophy or two.
He is the president, he has a say in company direction too. All the grabage GM vehicles that they are designing right now, he and Mary Bara is ok with it.
I’ve owned 8 Corvettes every generation except a C1. Three ZO6’s, 2 Z51’s and 3 base stingrays. They are simply the most performance for the money now.
True. I'm a AMG guy and have been since birth. My father, his father, etc. All have roots with Mercedes. I drive a 2021 AMG. My pops has the 23 C8 3LT. I've sold C8's, not the 3LT but still, for around 60-70k otd. Getting a flat planed v8 car in general for under 100k is a steal. Not to mention the power, it's so stupid that we AMG, M, RS owners just leave yall to your own category with the vipers and McLarens🤣🤣 Only complaint is the variations in their interior build quality. Less than 10k miles on my pops and he had the leather dash and door trim peeling up. Very odd but the Chevrolet dealership fixed it no problem 👍
@@bendingwarrior1 I’ve put 10K miles on my C8 Z51 HTC, I’ve drag raced it and open road raced it and did an all out mile. The car runs awesome took 2nd place in the road race in my class and I did 152 MPH in the mile. Car did a 12 second flat 1/4 mile. I drove it to Nevada from Arizona to race and drove home. Got 30 plus miles to the gallon also. The only problem I’ve had is one cable for the hard top convertible pulled out so that’s an easy fix. The cars and an awsome driving experience.
I really liked it when Jay called him and other American auto manufacturers out for installing fake vents when it doesn’t cost much more if any to install working vents. You could tell the GM guy was actively trying to avoid and change that conversation.
Today I drove through our humble little downtown single block of fancy restaurants, a shortcut I take sometimes. Multi-colored umbrellas suspended overhead. The light happened to be perfect and I found myself behind a late model ZR1 the color of baby blue eyes. People at the outdoor tables turning to watch this go by. A magical moment.
Jay is the the best!!!!, even if he didn't his money he is so knowledgeable about all things automotive. The people who are his friends are truly his friends not just while filming. He has lead a true dream life.
I admire you Jay and love your shows l pray for your strength with your wife may you keep doing these car shows l love them Good luck and the Lord is on your side❤
I've been checking the C8 ZR1 for the past couple of weeks and Jay Leno's Garage is an excellent watch and informative. I also really enjoy his excitement and passion whenever he mentions a C5 (or C6 & C7) Corvette. I am on my 2nd C5 after my 1st one being the 2000 Z51 Coupe 6 spd., and now my 2003 Z06. The Z is the latest of 6 Corvettes that I have owned since 1973 (18 yrs. old & HS grad) and in order of purchase- 1st 1970 LT-1, 2nd 1973 350 ci. coupe, 3rd 1987 Z51 coupe, 4th 1995 Z51 coupe and the afore mentioned 2000 Z51 coupe and the 2003 Z06. My next quest is either a 2012 or 2013 C6 Grand Sport or Z06.
We’ve had many Corvettes over the years, C6 Convertibles(3), C6 Z06, C7 (Grand Sport and a Z06) and now 2 C8s(Z51 coupe and a HTC). Such fun cars and so much bang for the buck. I also am glad that Mark is also a car guy instead of just a bean counter. Happy retirement Tadge, thank you for so many fun cars over the years.
Once the Series 3 came around to fix the hydrolock problem with them due to the intake leaking coolant or oil, or fire problem from the oil, other than that yeah better engine than any ohc 3.6. the LS came about because of Lessons with the BOPs and SBC/BBC over the years.
@shadowopsairman1583 ah the dreaded series 2 GM 3800 with the plastic intake manifold. Know it well. The EGR ports into the plastic and over time thermal stresses cause the plastic to crack thus introducing coolant into the intake stream and destroying the engine. Great idea plastic intake manifolds.
Can one update a Series II 3800 with the metal intake from a Series III? It appears that much of the electronics and monitors are different. There are so many 3800 III Pontiac Grand Prix s in the wrecking yards. I have a 2005 Le Sabre Custom, 2003 Bonneville SLE and a 2001 Grand Prix GT Coupe.
Jay Leno "Glad you're able to keep it affordable". Car & Driver "The price of the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is expected to start around $180,000 and go up to $205,000 depending on the trim and options." Maybe that's chump change to Mr. Leno but not to me!
It’s definitely not affordable by average standards. But when you consider it’s a 1000hp car- it’s a darn good deal. 20 years ago you had to spend over $1M to get that.
That is funny. Being honest though, that’s a good price for the performance. Theres no other sports car in the world for that price with that level of performance. Most car, not including the the Demon 170, the these power and performance number cost $1 million or more. Think about t5he Bugatti.
Even at 200k it’s still the Best Bang For Your Buck!! Just drive down the street to the dealership and get it serviced and that’s all. Simplicity and Basically the Same V8 that Chevy has produced since the 50’s. Of course the dealership will have to invest in some of the Techs going back to school for the ZR1 but I would jump at the opportunity to say that I’m a ZR1 Tech. Of course I love all of the Big Three and the products specifically to each company. I’ve also had the opportunity to see Zora’s White Corvette in Tarpon Springs when the Car Museum was open years ago. Great Video Thank You 🙏
This engine is a far cry from the basic V8 from the 50s. About the only thing in common with their original V8 is it has 8 cylinders and it runs on pump gas!
The problem with keeping Corvette as a Chevrolet is the Chevrolet dealer service experience. So many dealers don’t even know what they’re doing with a Stingray. I don’t have much confidence with their ability to handle a Z06 or ZR1. GM needs to do better and demand better from its dealers. Sadly, even the Cadillac dealer experience is pretty hit and miss in my experience.
Man, Mark Reuss isn't some thoughtless CEO that only knows about money. That guy is not just a Corvette _fan_, he's a Corvette Expert. Great episode. Well done.
Mark Reuss, well done on the C8 ZR1. I've driven the C8 at at dealer. It is legitimately America's super car. I'd like to own a used one some day. Jay, you are America's President of The Car Guys Club, IMHO.
This engine is likely the peak of internal combustion technology. No other manufacturer would invest this much in “old tech”. Way to go GM. Didn’t let the ROI scare you away!
Clarkson said that about the Veyron, I think it'll get more powerful especially with Ai - technologies. Technology always progresses for good (and bad.)
Are you kidding? The base of that engine is a copy of the 458 engine. You really think this surpasses what is in the SF90, or the current V12 in the 12 Cili? Yeah, good luck with that.
@@AB-80X Are you talking to me? I don't understand your response- my point is everything evolves. To say we will never see a car break 1000bhp in a Corvette/Super- Sports car is speculation that isn't nessrily true barriers are always broken in engineering.
@@Future-Classic-Cars My response was to you stating the following: "This engine is likely the peak of internal combustion technology. No other manufacturer would invest this much in “old tech”" This is simply not true. There are engines out there more advanced that this. GM is not the front runner of DOHC engine development.
I love you, Jay! I e admired you for decades. I saw your early standup and I was hooked. And you were just the perfect replacement when Johnny retired. God bless, sir! ❤ I hope you and your wife are doing well.
One of the best videos Jay has ever done. So nice to see the top man at GM being just an ordinary car guy. He knows he has the most killer machine off the assembly lines in the galaxy but doesn't act like it. God bless Zora Duntov.
Today I picked up my 32,000-mile 2003 50th Anniversary Corvette that I purchased in January and had shipped to St. Louis for storage at Frisco Hill Auto (spectacular vehicle restoration shop!). So it's the first time I've seen it. Worth waiting for and now on the way to the Corvette Museum 30th Anniversary event.
I enjoy his genuinely car focus demeanor while still being, engaged with the crowd, and always entertaining amd knowledgeable about what we are looking at.
Thanks Jay❤️ I normally just say thank you but today I must add more. This is the most interesting, informative and entertaining car show....Period. I'm from Ireland but I've always loved American muscle. That 67 vette is to die for. Once again thank you for the amazing content.
Jay's looking fit and still sharp as ever. Legend! His enthusiasm for these amazing cars keeps us all feeling young 🙂 The Corvette C8 is my dream car, I can't think of another sports / super car that offers as much for the price. Aesthetics, ergonomics, power, everything - amazing 👏🏻🏁
The C2 Corvette is not just the best-looking Corvette ever but the best-looking American vehicle ever made and easily Top 5 worldwide. You'll never change my mind.
UA-cam really getting overzealous with their unskippable double ads
Ublock it
What ads? 😂😂😂
I don't think I've watched a UA-cam ad in 15 years.
I call them "YouTrusions" and yes, they are a hemorrhoid!
@@Schizz_PopinovExactly worth every penny for ad free. Just like the old days of UA-cam.
I can listen to Jay and any of his guests all day and not lose interest. I met Jay countless times around the Burbank airport where I worked at, and he was one of the most approachable and humble people I ever interacted with.
was about to post the same thing...... it's so true...... satisfying. Lucky person you are, sir
It's always fantastic to listen to experts talk. People who are truly enthusiastic about what they do and not posers.
@@chaff5 And their inside stories they each know about, are just interesting to hear. Not just how a car looks or is powered. Details....
I listen to Jay when I sleep and his little lisp keeps my peepee awake.
GM has lost an icon when Tadge retired
Lord please keep Jay with us as long as you can. Love this show!!
You'll have more luck praying to Santa Clause. If there was really a God he/it stopped liseting a long time ago. Just look at the world you live in.
He looks old!
@@NoName-cn3cp your not 74 are you.
@@fmradio42 no. I'm just saying he looks like he aged overnight.
@@NoName-cn3cp thats true. I actually said the same. not long ago I used to watch him appear on Letterman when he was very young.
JAY LENO is defenitely the ultimate car guy.
Helps when ur worth 500 million 😂😂
He’s international. Everyone accepts him as the incredibly wealthy expert
No. There is another.
Not outside of cars, here in the UK he's known I'd says by pensioner Men/Women maybe & generally car people.
But the average British person doesn't know anything about him.@@WZD10016
I like how Jay has cars in the 30k range in the collection and speaks highly of them, you can tell he likes them for what they are and means everything he says. Hes no bulls#%t
My summary after bingewatching 50+ episodes in the past few weeks:
Jay likes to say
- beancounter
- road hugging weight
- for a lack of a better word
- everything under 10 seconds was fast
Also he randomly shouts in every video and no matter what he drives he can't keep it in the lane :)
Oh, and he makes awesome car content
Check out my page if you love classic cars.
Troof..🧐
@@Geardrive427-ip8vj Dunning and Kruger are looking for you. They have questions to you
Yes, for all his creativity", Jay does reuse a lot of standard "stock phrases" in his videos. It can be "charming" when viewed a couple times a week. Hearing the same or similar things repeated in *50 videos* can also become grating or annoying. I started my journey into Jay Leno's car videos over 6 years ago, with a smaller "binge watch" of about 30 videos over two weeks - I can understand what you experienced, a bit.
It is worth it for me just for the Duesenberg, Packard, (sometimes Ferrari or Lamborghini coverage), and pre and post WWI cars... but that is my jam.
He lives in a hilly area too
Been a GM guy my whole life and I am SUPER proud of the C8 in all variations!! Stellar job GM and now the ZR1 and ZORA soon. Insane! My childhood dreams coming true! Crazy!
Jay's level of enthusiasm for anything that you can drive is so infectious this is one of the best car shows always interesting those are two amazing machines
Really impressed by this CEO and his comprehensive knowledge of this car.
You just gotty love it when the CEO is actually a tech nerd and knows his stuff. And not just a holder for the suit. 😎🤘
The CEO is horrible and killing GM. Maybe this guy should be CEO.
Mary Bara is the CEO. And they both kill small car production, no hybird and small truck either. Beside corvette and full size trucks and SUV, GM has nothing to offer.
@@thevinceberrythe EPA killed small cars and small trucks, not GM.
@@John_Redcorn_ Then why Toyota, Honda and Hyundai sold so many small cars still. Ford and Hyundai has small trucks, what are you talking about.
@@thevinceberry You've got to be kidding me? A woman running a car company? This crap has _got_ to stop.
I am not a GM guy. I was impressed by how much Reuss, the CEO, knows about the details of Corvettes. That's a good thing.
Mary Barra is the CEO, Reuss is the President, he gets to have all the fun, she has to deal with the accounting department! 🤪
Reuss dies not know a thing compared to Mr. Leno.
@@Kjhgr01 correct!
@@jazzbarimanor Elon
@@tubetop123Yeah, Elon *invented* the Corvette! 🙄
Mark Reuss is a college classmate of mine -- he studied Mechanical Engineering; I studied Electrical Engineering. He had a similar vintage Corvette convertible as his summer car, and a Cosworth Vega as his winter car in those days. Good to be GM royalty, I guess.
Wth were they thinking with having mary barra as ceo...
@@shadowopsairman1583 She’s a GM lifer, and they needed to show the company wasn’t keeping the same guys in the exec ranks. She’s not been horrible, but, to your point, there were other candidates.
Where did Mark attend College? TN by chance?
@@DC. Vanderbilt.
@@eggsngritstn Oh very cool. I didn't know he attended there. Wonder if he lives in TN still?
Great video Jay. Mark seems like a genuine, down to earth car guy too. The story about Bill Mitchell was hilarious.
I'm 62 years old, and I've loved Corvettes since I was about 6 years old... Our neighbor had a white with red interior C2,
and every day he would let me come over and sit in the car.
I got my first Corvette when I was 17, and I was involved in SCCA GT-1 road racing when I was 18, in a 63 split window coupe...
There were several years where the Corvettes were very disappointing, but they have come back in ways that none
of us could have ever imagined. The new cars are incredible, but as amazing as they are, I will still always love
the C2's the most because that is what I grew up with, and because they have so much character.
The new cars just don't have the character, but they certainly do everything else incredibly well...
Love the new Corvette! Proud of GM!
I am very impressed that the president of GM can recite the specific numbers and specs like Christian Von Koenigsegg.
I was noticing that as well. He knows his stuff and he definitely doesn't come from Whirlpool 😂
He's the same guy that put a C7 ZR1 into a wall driving it as a pace car at a race.
@@ronshd7769 The only people who never f*ck up are those who aren't really trying.
I appreciate how genuine both Jay and Mark have a love of automotive history and how they know cars are much more than just a means of conveyance.
An element of humility when Detroit top tier shows up in Jay's garage
Mary Barra is the CEO of GM.
Mark is the President of GM
This is the PRESIDENT....
@christ510 that would qualify as top tier
@@chumps7974 The original post has been edited. It originally had ‘CEO’.
Reuss is a great guy. Such an enthusiast. Always love to hear what he has to say.
As always, thank you Jay! What an incredible automobile. It's the people who always make the difference. Tadge Jeuchter and Mark Reuss are right up there with the very best.
Great car guy. I remember when he was heading up Cadillac. I knew Mark Reuss had a great career ahead of him.
How often do you see the GM come out and explain fairly in depth engineering of a vehicle made by a multi billion dollar company. Bravo General Motors.
As a Corvette owner and a Union Blue Collar worker this is amazing to see Americans that work hard produce this. Although for the life of me I can't help but see hints of the long lost Pontiac Fiero GT..Good Job Chevrolet for reaching back..👍🏽🏁
Looks like a Ferrari 488 had a drunken one night stand with a Pontiac Fiero
@@bdcollar I strongly agree..👍🏽
Jay Leno is legend. Thank you Jay for the car content. I may never get to drive any of these cars, but we live through your channel. God bless.
Having read some of the negative comments, I for one, am pleased Jay’s Garage made this episode. The Vette is a legend, as is Jay, so it’s only right his show should premier the car. I personally, would have liked more details on the engine. I had to check ‘Car and Driver’ to learn this engine is an LT7 and that there are more than just two turbos on it compared to the ZO6’s LT6.
I presume it is RWD and not AWD. But, confirmation would have been nice. Did they consider AWD? Probably not as it is a ZR1, but then again maybe……
As a Brit, we love USA’s V8’s Still my favourite Vette is the C5. That shape with the enclosed headlights cuts it for me. It was the second Vette I travelled in (as a passenger), the first was a C3.
Wow, it's fun to listen to two great car guys having fun talking about cars.
When i was about 8 years old my dad got me one of those model cars you have to build on your own for xmas and it was a 1953 Corvette... corvettes are literally burnt into my DNA lol favorite car... this episode Jay I'm in absolute heaven!!!!
Jay I have to say that I respect your legacy. We appreciate your passion and I know you have been going through a lot recently. All the best and prayers for you and your family.
Jay, you are the most impressive car crazy collector I have ever seen. Most impressive is your deep knowledge of all cars. Much kudos to you. I'm truly not worthy.
Though I am a big fan of JLG, I almost never watch these introduction vids as I consider them simply free ads for whoever's introducing a new model and of course the marketingspeak rules everything. But I've watched the Reuss family since they came into positions of being able to make things happen, and could not have more respect. Other than the salaries, they are just like us. They know every piece of a car, how it works, what it does,and how to maximize it. They are true performance enthusiasts and it shows in what they produce. I bought a Grand National in 1987 and considering the time it was made and its competition, it was simply stunning. The enthusiasm and insistence on excellence made me have hope once again. In fact, I sold a legendary 70s musclecar in order to buy it. It was faster, more comfortable, got better mileage, and had A//C. So when Lloyd's son is talking about his newest project, I listen.
Thank god there are people like Jay Leno who care enough to save these vehicles for posterity.
The ‘94 Impala SS had the add that said “Lord Vader, your car is ready” not the Grand National. Both still wicked cars though.
I remember that. Mines a 96, but don't wear my Vader head gear that often. 😇
Correct. That was a great marketing campaign
They both had an ad that said, "Lord Vader, your car is ready." But the Grand Nation actually had a picture of Darth Vader over the car (I still have the poster), while the Impala only had the words and no picture of Vader.
Never stop doing these Jay! Fantastic videos from a true enthusiast
As an American sportscar fan (drove imports for years because I wasn't rich)..I love that the Corvette is still doing the same job since it's done since GM threw the V8 into it in the 1950s. Performance at Porsche/Ferrari levels for half the price. I want to drive a C8.
C1-C3 are my dream car/projects, Classic Chassis with modern handling, braking and power plants/transmissions, 496 Vortec 8100 or 454 LS with a Built TH 400, 4L80, or 6L90-10L90 anyone? Or a Callaway C4 (the styling was enhanced)
@@shadowopsairman1583 , I love C3s. That's what 'Vettes looked like when I was a kid! But what I should have done was bought a C4 when they were fully depreciated. I can't overstate the glee in the US sportscar community when the cars were new. Just the pride, if nothing else."Corvette is BACK, baby!" Younger SCCA buddy of mine picked up a running (not well)/driving C4 for $2K about 6yrs ago, ripped the stock induction off and replaced it with one of those aftermarket EFI systems (he often jokes that guys my age always go for the "Edelbrock/Holley Solution" 😆), and went hillclimbing. Car's fast..he's picked up a trophy or two.
Aside from the awesome side-by-side comparison with the 67 and that awesome ZR1, I totally love the bright yellow color, too! What a beast!
This guy needs to run the entire corporation! He has the chops to bring the entire outfit into the stratosphere.
Mary is doing a fine job running GM!
@@gmv0553 🤪
@@gmv0553not
He is the president, he has a say in company direction too. All the grabage GM vehicles that they are designing right now, he and Mary Bara is ok with it.
@@gmv0553Into the ground 😂
Those driving shoes he’s wearing are cold af 🔥🔥🔥🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 this part of GM is in good hands and it’s great to see!
Yes 🇺🇸
cold?
I'm impressed that Jay mentioned proud union labor, and the General manager given credit too all the designers to builders of the cars. Mad Respect!!!
Ive owned a 1994 used Corvette in 2006 and it was amazing. I always wanted another Corvette. some day.
- 🇺🇸 Veteran
Thank you for your service
@@CannonMusic05wich service?
I thought he said he was a veteran
@@CannonMusic05 He did, it's plain to see
Thunk u for ur cervix
Gorgeous cars! 💖
But "Dad's Car" is definitely my fave! 🥰
You're looking good Jay! 👍Thanks for sharing!! ☺️✌️💖🦋🙏
"It was too quiet... we can't have that!!!" LOVE THAT! :)
Always respect when c suits actually know what they’re talking about and are so candid.
His interpersonal & communication skills are exceptional. Which is what you expect from a guy in his position
tunedbyai AI fixes this. Corvette ZR1 unveiled by Reuss.
I’ve owned 8 Corvettes every generation except a C1. Three ZO6’s, 2 Z51’s and 3 base stingrays. They are simply the most performance for the money now.
True. I'm a AMG guy and have been since birth. My father, his father, etc. All have roots with Mercedes. I drive a 2021 AMG. My pops has the 23 C8 3LT. I've sold C8's, not the 3LT but still, for around 60-70k otd. Getting a flat planed v8 car in general for under 100k is a steal. Not to mention the power, it's so stupid that we AMG, M, RS owners just leave yall to your own category with the vipers and McLarens🤣🤣 Only complaint is the variations in their interior build quality. Less than 10k miles on my pops and he had the leather dash and door trim peeling up. Very odd but the Chevrolet dealership fixed it no problem 👍
@@bendingwarrior1 I’ve put 10K miles on my C8 Z51 HTC, I’ve drag raced it and open road raced it and did an all out mile. The car runs awesome took 2nd place in the road race in my class and I did 152 MPH in the mile. Car did a 12 second flat 1/4 mile. I drove it to Nevada from Arizona to race and drove home. Got 30 plus miles to the gallon also. The only problem I’ve had is one cable for the hard top convertible pulled out so that’s an easy fix. The cars and an awsome driving experience.
Love Jay Leno. He tells it like it is..for the money the corvette is unbelievable.
I really liked it when Jay called him and other American auto manufacturers out for installing fake vents when it doesn’t cost much more if any to install working vents. You could tell the GM guy was actively trying to avoid and change that conversation.
I live in a medium size town in Thailand 🇹🇭 and we do have a Red C8 rolling around almost on a daily basis… it’s awesome! 👏 🎉
That's great re: the Tadge easter eggs. He certainly deserves the recognition.
Today I drove through our humble little downtown single block of fancy restaurants, a shortcut I take sometimes. Multi-colored umbrellas suspended overhead. The light happened to be perfect and I found myself behind a late model ZR1 the color of baby blue eyes. People at the outdoor tables turning to watch this go by. A magical moment.
So glad Tag is getting his due. Call it the Tag. Carry on the legacy.
Jay leno is living the best life, hope hes around for a long time
I'd take the '67..........all day long.
Sentimental value for sure… But I own both, and there is no comparison. My C8 is a 2024.
You can have that; I'll take the new one.
My brother has a 72 Sting Ray and a 2023 Z06. I would take the Z06 any day!
@@patrickdunn8918 Zo6 or Stingray? Not that it really matters as they're both monsters on wheels.
@@AC_Bikes_400 L3 Stingray… and believe me it’s a beast. I can’t imagine double the horsepower, but I’m going to look at them lol
Jay is the the best!!!!, even if he didn't his money he is so knowledgeable about all things automotive. The people who are his friends are truly his friends not just while filming. He has lead a true dream life.
1958 - corvette is the Boss....58 thru 62 beautiful n bossy.....63 great rear window design...
my grandpa had one of those german made "deenda dees" 4 seaters ,very similar to the 58
The C8 is juvenile. I thought it would grow on me but nah.
@@truantraythe performance grew up now it competes with Euro supercars for a lot less money.
My earliest Vette was a ‘58, gotta love all that chrome. My last one was a 2014. The only one I want back is my ‘66 convertible.
It’s good to see Jay excited and lit up about this. I’m just glad to see him smile.
I prefer the 60’s Corvette much more than the new version. The curves are much more graceful and beautiful.
I understand that the technology in the new one is amazing but it looks like an insect. The old one is the work of art.
I admire you Jay and love your shows l pray for your strength with your wife may you keep doing these car shows l love them Good luck and the Lord is on your side❤
I've been checking the C8 ZR1 for the past couple of weeks and Jay Leno's Garage is an excellent watch and informative. I also really enjoy his excitement and passion whenever he mentions a C5 (or C6 & C7) Corvette. I am on my 2nd C5 after my 1st one being the 2000 Z51 Coupe 6 spd., and now my 2003 Z06. The Z is the latest of 6 Corvettes that I have owned since 1973 (18 yrs. old & HS grad) and in order of purchase- 1st 1970 LT-1, 2nd 1973 350 ci. coupe, 3rd 1987 Z51 coupe, 4th 1995 Z51 coupe and the afore mentioned 2000 Z51 coupe and the 2003 Z06. My next quest is either a 2012 or 2013 C6 Grand Sport or Z06.
The Corvette with all modern technological advancements make it the World’s Supercar. Thanks Jay. 😎👍😎
We’ve had many Corvettes over the years, C6 Convertibles(3), C6 Z06, C7 (Grand Sport and a Z06) and now 2 C8s(Z51 coupe and a HTC). Such fun cars and so much bang for the buck. I also am glad that Mark is also a car guy instead of just a bean counter. Happy retirement Tadge, thank you for so many fun cars over the years.
10:55 I do enjoy the “anticipation” of Jay’s Monday upload 👍
So enjoyable to watch two car guys, that KNOW THEIR STUFF! Been around the block a time or two. Love it
I love hearing him talk about the 3800 being bulletproof! Bring it back!
Once the Series 3 came around to fix the hydrolock problem with them due to the intake leaking coolant or oil, or fire problem from the oil, other than that yeah better engine than any ohc 3.6. the LS came about because of Lessons with the BOPs and SBC/BBC over the years.
@shadowopsairman1583 ah the dreaded series 2 GM 3800 with the plastic intake manifold. Know it well. The EGR ports into the plastic and over time thermal stresses cause the plastic to crack thus introducing coolant into the intake stream and destroying the engine.
Great idea plastic intake manifolds.
Can one update a Series II 3800 with the metal intake from a Series III? It appears that much of the electronics and monitors are different. There are so many 3800 III Pontiac Grand Prix s in the wrecking yards. I have a 2005 Le Sabre Custom, 2003 Bonneville SLE and a 2001 Grand Prix GT Coupe.
@jeffshadow2407 I believe you can. The company zzp has parts and info on that stuff.
Easy choice. C2 Corvette is one of the best looking cars ever made, and personally my favorite design of all time.
Always great to see a car that if you could find one someone would sell to you it would coast double the MSRP. Thanks GM
dealerships
This car looks AMAZING in purple. May it set all kinds of records including sales.
Jay Leno "Glad you're able to keep it affordable". Car & Driver "The price of the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is expected to start around $180,000 and go up to $205,000 depending on the trim and options." Maybe that's chump change to Mr. Leno but not to me!
It’s definitely not affordable by average standards.
But when you consider it’s a 1000hp car- it’s a darn good deal.
20 years ago you had to spend over $1M to get that.
That is funny. Being honest though, that’s a good price for the performance. Theres no other sports car in the world for that price with that level of performance. Most car, not including the the Demon 170, the these power and performance number cost $1 million or more. Think about t5he Bugatti.
That’s insanely cheap for what this is….
@@cmfall1986 You have to spend $1M to get that now even.
Not to mention how bad Americans are with money
Jay Leno is a legend. And knows his csrs.glad he gives chevy its props.well deserved
What a car, this is amazing
Even at 200k it’s still the Best Bang For Your Buck!! Just drive down the street to the dealership and get it serviced and that’s all. Simplicity and Basically the Same V8 that Chevy has produced since the 50’s. Of course the dealership will have to invest in some of the Techs going back to school for the ZR1 but I would jump at the opportunity to say that I’m a ZR1 Tech. Of course I love all of the Big Three and the products specifically to each company. I’ve also had the opportunity to see Zora’s White Corvette in Tarpon Springs when the Car Museum was open years ago. Great Video Thank You 🙏
This engine is a far cry from the basic V8 from the 50s. About the only thing in common with their original V8 is it has 8 cylinders and it runs on pump gas!
@@robertfuller5081 Don't forget the 4.4" bore spacing
The problem with keeping Corvette as a Chevrolet is the Chevrolet dealer service experience. So many dealers don’t even know what they’re doing with a Stingray. I don’t have much confidence with their ability to handle a Z06 or ZR1. GM needs to do better and demand better from its dealers. Sadly, even the Cadillac dealer experience is pretty hit and miss in my experience.
Chevy has such a stellar heritage. Nice to see that they continue to innovate!
Nice to see Jay is back to shaking peoples hands
Let's cut to the chase Jay . This is good as it gets . This has joined an exclusive club . A turning point indeed ..........thankyou both .
I will always chose the 427 vs the ZR1
Man, Mark Reuss isn't some thoughtless CEO that only knows about money. That guy is not just a Corvette _fan_, he's a Corvette Expert. Great episode. Well done.
Wow! That new Corvette has me slobbering 🤤 all over my screen! ❤❤❤
Mark Reuss, well done on the C8 ZR1. I've driven the C8 at at dealer. It is legitimately America's super car. I'd like to own a used one some day. Jay, you are America's President of The Car Guys Club, IMHO.
This engine is likely the peak of internal combustion technology. No other manufacturer would invest this much in “old tech”. Way to go GM. Didn’t let the ROI scare you away!
Clarkson said that about the Veyron, I think it'll get more powerful especially with Ai - technologies.
Technology always progresses for good (and bad.)
Are you kidding? The base of that engine is a copy of the 458 engine. You really think this surpasses what is in the SF90, or the current V12 in the 12 Cili? Yeah, good luck with that.
@@AB-80X Are you talking to me? I don't understand your response- my point is everything evolves.
To say we will never see a car break 1000bhp in a Corvette/Super- Sports car is speculation that isn't nessrily true barriers are always broken in engineering.
@@Future-Classic-Cars
My response was to you stating the following:
"This engine is likely the peak of internal combustion technology. No other manufacturer would invest this much in “old tech”"
This is simply not true. There are engines out there more advanced that this. GM is not the front runner of DOHC engine development.
@@AB-80X LOL what? I agree with you if anything, you mean your response is to the original poster not me.
That's one of my favourite AM cars of all time, the Corvette. And the ZR1 looks amazing, and I agree with Jay. I prefer a small rear wing. 👌💨🏁🇺🇸💪
Would love to see the classic vettes retroed in modern models.
I'd vote a hard no on that. Can't improve the old stuff..........ever.
@@UberLummox Restomods are. But that's a Frankenstein type thing.
@@UberLummox A lot of people would disagree on that. Modern feel to a retro design. Handling and HP could both be dramatically increased.
@@The1stDukeDroklar I know. That's what makes me not a lotta people, I guess.
I love you, Jay! I e admired you for decades. I saw your early standup and I was hooked. And you were just the perfect replacement when Johnny retired. God bless, sir! ❤ I hope you and your wife are doing well.
Jay looking and sounding healthy. Much love from europe. Fav vettes are c6 and c7
One of the best videos Jay has ever done. So nice to see the top man at GM being just an ordinary car guy. He knows he has the most killer machine off the assembly lines in the galaxy but doesn't act like it. God bless Zora Duntov.
GM President seems like he is enjoying the talk to share about the new ZR1 humble straight up
Go back to the sixties look. It looks so much better than any modern Corvette
No disrespect but yall had your time. We don’t want what yall had
@@mogulme6190 I’m 29. Lmao.
@@michaelmcdonald9847 😂😂😂 the funniest part about that is that I’m 34
@@mogulme6190 then uno reverso, I don’t want what you had lol
Today I picked up my 32,000-mile 2003 50th Anniversary Corvette that I purchased in January and had shipped to St. Louis for storage at Frisco Hill Auto (spectacular vehicle restoration shop!). So it's the first time I've seen it. Worth waiting for and now on the way to the Corvette Museum 30th Anniversary event.
Love you, Jay!
What do you love most?
I enjoy his genuinely car focus demeanor while still being, engaged with the crowd, and always entertaining amd knowledgeable about what we are looking at.
Thanks Jay❤️ I normally just say thank you but today I must add more. This is the most interesting, informative and entertaining car show....Period. I'm from Ireland but I've always loved American muscle. That 67 vette is to die for. Once again thank you for the amazing content.
Gorgeous car and Mark wears a gorgeous vintage Speedy watch.
Jay's looking fit and still sharp as ever. Legend! His enthusiasm for these amazing cars keeps us all feeling young 🙂
The Corvette C8 is my dream car, I can't think of another sports / super car that offers as much for the price. Aesthetics, ergonomics, power, everything - amazing 👏🏻🏁
Great story about the fish LOL
Great guest, always appreciate it when the guest knows his stuff.
The new ZR1 is amazing ! Thanks Jay !!!!!!
I love what a real car guy the GM President is
Now wth is mary barra ceo, she should be gone.
Like his father!
😎Right on🏆Jay Leno🏆the🍀king of cars ✌️
Jay looks in great shape, Always a fabulous Car-Guy.
Thank you for this great video.
Aspirational but attainable. 😂😂😂 almost no one without special access to a dealer will get one. $250k+ is not attainable by 90% of buyers
More like 99.9 percent…
It won't be $250K.
@@dannylgriffinwith ADM it will be close to that
The c8 z06 came close to 250k with adm. This thing is probably gonna laugh at 250k
@@thedudeabides1443correct
So fun to hear from Mark. Thank you Jay!!!
The C2 Corvette is not just the best-looking Corvette ever but the best-looking American vehicle ever made and easily Top 5 worldwide. You'll never change my mind.
I think Mr Reuss will be credited with saving an American Icon and history will look kindly on him for his efforts.
I think the ZL1 is actually more significant than the Dodge Charger EV
Personally, I think they’re both pretty insignificant.
@@Musclecar1972i think this is a bot, cause they've been sending so many of the same format of text across other channels
@@AutoSonic495
Can a bot tell you what to go do with yourself?
@@PassportBrosBusinessClass oh well I'll be damned 🤣
@@AutoSonic495 You never know these days, thanks for the tip, I won’t respond if I get any fallout then.👍