I've watched many of Jay's video's - this truly is one of the best in my opinion. Talking, driving and comparing. All great. Generations. Gotta love it.
Whatca great episode. Years later it is still here to enjoy. Two car gentleman bantering in a lost language of old cars and nostalgia.?Absolutely loved the chemistry between them and the exchanges. Classic stuff Mr. Leno. Thank you
"Won't cut the frames..." That's my kind of guy, I have the same principals -- sometime long after we're gone someone will appreciate that decision. Thanks for the videos, cheers!
I really like seeing an episode of a "regular" guys hot rod. Nothing too fancy, messy trunk, and not heaps of money dumped into it. Just a guy that loves his classic car. Great episode Jay!
I wanted to listen to this video while doing something else, but I could not click away from it, so I just had to watch it. Awsome! Jay, thank you for the video!
He's had friends from that club for decades, they probably bust each others balls on a regular basis, so it's probably not the first time he's heard it.
awesome history lesson when you listen to guys that actually lived the hot rod scene back in the day ! thanks for sharing and don't feel bad I have owned a 64 chevy for the last 36 years and was asked if I bought it new LOL … I was born in 64
Great episode! Love it when Leno nerds out over photos and memorabilia. Very neat to hear about Bob’s adventures and see the camaraderie between Leno & Bob. I appreciate that Leno is never patronizing or condescending to these guys, and always treats them with respect and real admiration. Love this show!
This may have been my favorite epsode so far. It was a trip down memory lane because I used to ride my 10 speed from San Pedro to lions in the summer time just to get a glimpse of what was cool & quick. When I graduated HS and my folks gave me my keys. I'd go there for grudge night and cruise Hawthorne & Crenshaw from Del Amo to Palos Verdes dr. and up PCH from Redondo beach past El Segondo street racing after Lions had closed in late 72. We were'nt being anti social but I spent 'bout 18 months (11th & 12 grades) working on my GS 430 to take it to Lions and 6 mos after I got my keys to keep, well the county declaired it a public nusance and closed it. Thousands of hot roders lost our home drag strip. Then 'bout 10 years later the same thing happened to OCIR (Orange county international raceway). We need more legal drag strips! Thanks for the blast from the past and a glimpse of the fast.
Growing up in the Philadelphia area in the sixties, you never saw roadsters. For that matter, I can only remember one 1930's car in the street scene and that was around 1971 or 72. Now, they are everywhere. I never owned one but they are beautiful!
Nice car, nice to see how he's maintained it so well. I've owned my 1948 Dodge Sedan with Suicide Doors since I was 14 which was 54 years ago. Dad bought it for me to learn on and drive when I turned 16. (He didn't want me anywhere near his 63 Ford) I hope to have it ready to drive to my 50th HS reunion this year.....Too bad the A&W is gone...
One of the most enjoyable episodes yet! Bob was a true blue car guy, not just a collector. The conversation in this episode blew me away, nothin but the nitty gritty with years and specs coming right off the tops of their heads, AWESOME!
This roadster is not the only beautiful car he owns. If anyone is in the area of Gardena Ca stop by Vern’s chrome plating. Bob is a really awesome guy and has such a passion for these old goats and he dose amazing work.
Just an awesome video, I showed my 15 year old son and explained this was true love for just driving and why you buy what you want to drive, not commute. Bob is an awesome dude that today's kids can learn a lot from about how being a man. Great video.
Jay made a statement that was very true, growing up in the 60's in a very middle of the middle class for boys like myself that wasn't very sports oriented really had only cars to spend our free time with, always very cheap and often barely running, we had to keep them going ourselves. Junkyards were our playgrounds. It gave us a sense of mechanical things and how stuff works. If I chose to I could literally dis-assemble and put back together an auto engine and have it work, very few kids coming of age today can say that, something somewhere has been lost in our society.
What a great episode, I so enjoyed listening to him tell the story of hot rodding in the early days in California. What a pleasure to have heard his stories, really should write a book or at the very least have a sit down interview with Jay where they chat about hot rodding and drag racing for an hour or so. Sure hope that car ends up in Jays collection some day as it is a piece of hot rod history that deserves a place where it is valued.
Must have been a lot of respect from Jay for his guest as it really showed. 👍 I'm currently 72 and so felt the magnetic pull of California hot rods during the 60s but the best I did was a 57 Chevy for my first car. Though a 2dr hardtop, being from Michigan it was already on its 3rd round of bondo and far from a hotrod with 3 on the column and a 283 2barrel under the hood. Still, it was miles ahead of my next car, a Studebaker Lark with a 6cyl. I thought of it as a Kleenex box on wheels.
My mother had a Givancy Lincoln those exact colors... I love this car, the man is a real tyro...I grew up in La and Santa Monica - had no idea who this gent was. When he put on the hat I remembered him immediately - he was a local cruiser -
I love Jays love of cars and mechanical things. His enthusiasm is great. Jay i can get springs retempered and set up. Paddington Springs near Wembly stadium UK, just outside London.
So cool to see an original steel 34 even after many different modifications. Bob is another Original Car Guy in CA..!! reminds me seeing Ed Rat Fink Roth wearing a top hat at many car shows in California
Excellent conversation with the owner. The 34 has perfect styling and the two-tone paint is excellent. Thanks Jay. Your 1950 Nash Ambassador is your senior package car.
One of my favorite guests and based on Jay's body language and cadence, one of his favorites as well. This is one of the few times I've seen Jay have an actual conversation with the guest. Bring on more of the old guys!
What a treat to see a lifer like Bob Barnes on the show. This show is one of the best auto culture shows I've ever had the privilege to watch, Jay's funny too. Much respect to everyone involved!
Another great video Jay. In Oz, we never got to the levels of hot rods that the USA achieved. Way too much of a nanny state here. Thanks to both of you for showing this car.
Bob Barne's a likeable guy, sense of humor, down to earth type. Guys like him are essential to passing on the hobby to younger generations like us. Love his '34, the top color is reminiscent of Fords/Lincolns Rose Beige metallic.
I knew someone in Canada who rebuilt several of these. I only saw photos because, as soon as the last paint job was done, they were sold before they were even up for sale. Word of mouth would spread from the paint shop before they were even returned to him!
I remember this car from Lions in early 60s and I had forgotten Bob's last name. I had a 50 Studebaker Gasser and a buddy and I had a 54 Ford Gasser that competed. Great strip I think it closed in '72 while I was in the army.
Pardon the obvious repetition but it is one of the best bench racing sessions in this series. Ya gotta love the natural flow, as the time honored knowledge and car geekish lingo leaves no air jet unscrewed. Leno's off the cuff "Senior Package" {Great!} to his ribbing about the mystery babe in the vintage photo do nothing but egg on the kindled spirit between the two. One can relate to 40-50 year ownership afflictions, I've my Henry J- first car bought 50 years ago- while in grade school. From the pages of Rod & Custom to angle hair and color wheels at the annual Ray Farnner World of Wheels Custom Auto Show. The very first Street Rod Nationals in Peoria to the local dust bowls on Saturday nights. Wished i wudda stayed writing for Rod Action Magazine. Wish I had kept that 65 2 + 2 that I sold about 35 years ago - 65 miles away and found thru a fluke via the internet- to discover that very car has survived and is now seven miles from where I now live. I was laughed at -paying a grand for a 14 year old very solid fastback. Still have the "Mustang Mike" letter addressed to me from Ford- and the promo Mustang model they sent me in response to one 11 year olds praise for their new car. Ahh the memories such videos stir and that passion that oozes thru the veins like gear oil thru a quick change. It's not that often when those spontaneous whims of rubber spent still fill the air .as they effortlessly do here. Makes one wanna flop in Hot Rods To Hell tonight.
Great episode; great genuine conversation and passion. I'm not even into that type of hot rod. Yet I watch the whole video, because of the guest and J!
Great car but boy this is one of the best episodes ever, just because the dialogue between Jay and Bob is so original and honest.
More like a Mustang but yeah it was a 30 year old Ford.
The owner sounds like an awesome guy, true enthusiast. I never really observed these cars before, beautifully done!
I've watched many of Jay's video's - this truly is one of the best in my opinion. Talking, driving and comparing. All great. Generations. Gotta love it.
Whatca great episode. Years later it is still here to enjoy. Two car gentleman bantering in a lost language of old cars and nostalgia.?Absolutely loved the chemistry between them and the exchanges. Classic stuff Mr. Leno. Thank you
"Won't cut the frames..." That's my kind of guy, I have the same principals -- sometime long after we're gone someone will appreciate that decision. Thanks for the videos, cheers!
One of my favorite guests in a long time- very cool guy!
Agreed!
Yup... gotta love this guy! 👍
Agreed!
Agreed ! Quite a character. "Been there, seen it all" type of guy. And he DID !
Gross comment...
I really like seeing an episode of a "regular" guys hot rod. Nothing too fancy, messy trunk, and not heaps of money dumped into it. Just a guy that loves his classic car. Great episode Jay!
I didn’t think I was going to like it when I first saw the car but it turned into a great show, thanks Jay!
I've been around So. Cal. Hot Rodding for 40 years, and Bob has always been a familiar face
I wanted to listen to this video while doing something else, but I could not click away from it, so I just had to watch it. Awsome!
Jay, thank you for the video!
I love the ribbing Jay gives this guy for the senior package and all that. Really funny guys. Great car
Jay hates automatics..That 75 year old dude was still young
He's had friends from that club for decades, they probably bust each others balls on a regular basis, so it's probably not the first time he's heard it.
awesome history lesson when you listen to guys that actually lived the hot rod scene back in the day ! thanks for sharing and don't feel bad I have owned a 64 chevy for the last 36 years and was asked if I bought it new LOL … I was born in 64
Have Bob bring his '64 Polara by! I'd love to see it and I think a lot of others would too! Bob is a real hoot.
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I like when J has a Modest Guest on .
i always appreciate how jay sticks up for modern car culture and young people when his older guests poke fun
What a gorgeous car; my favorite of the old Ford roadsters. Love the color.
Mine too.
Just about his best video, Pure love and honesty for the subject. From a XJ 8 Owner in the UK..
Best episode I've seen in a long time. I enjoyed the simple and honest conversation, Bob is a cool guy!
Jay, you have had some real cool guests on your show, Bob might just be one of the coolest...?
Replacing a manual transmission with an automatic isn't cool at all.
@@MaximRecoil Say that when you're 75 years old.
He's definitely the most honest. When he asked what was the most power you had, I was expecting the typical 1000hp🙄
MaximRecoil he’s 70 dude his knee can’t take a clutch
Great episode! Love it when Leno nerds out over photos and memorabilia. Very neat to hear about Bob’s adventures and see the camaraderie between Leno & Bob. I appreciate that Leno is never patronizing or condescending to these guys, and always treats them with respect and real admiration. Love this show!
This may have been my favorite epsode so far. It was a trip down memory lane because I used to ride my 10 speed from San Pedro to lions in the summer time just to get a glimpse of what was cool & quick. When I graduated HS and my folks gave me my keys. I'd go there for grudge night and cruise Hawthorne & Crenshaw from Del Amo to Palos Verdes dr. and up PCH from Redondo beach past El Segondo street racing after Lions had closed in late 72. We were'nt being anti social but I spent 'bout 18 months (11th & 12 grades) working on my GS 430 to take it to Lions and 6 mos after I got my keys to keep, well the county declaired it a public nusance and closed it. Thousands of hot roders lost our home drag strip. Then 'bout 10 years later the same thing happened to OCIR (Orange county international raceway). We need more legal drag strips!
Thanks for the blast from the past and a glimpse of the fast.
you got to love this car , Jay is looking like a happy camper . he is having a great time . all time classic
Growing up in the Philadelphia area in the sixties, you never saw roadsters. For that matter, I can only remember one 1930's car in the street scene and that was around 1971 or 72. Now, they are everywhere. I never owned one but they are beautiful!
Nice car, nice to see how he's maintained it so well. I've owned my 1948 Dodge Sedan with Suicide Doors since I was 14 which was 54 years ago. Dad bought it for me to learn on and drive when I turned 16. (He didn't want me anywhere near his 63 Ford) I hope to have it ready to drive to my 50th HS reunion this year.....Too bad the A&W is gone...
This reminds me of the old ZZ Top car from the "Eliminator" album days. I think that one was a 1932 or 1933, though. Man, those were some cool videos!
Bob seems like a really cool guy.
Accept for a pos gm drivetrain
@@robertrichardson9953 lay off the pills
One of the most enjoyable episodes yet! Bob was a true blue car guy, not just a collector. The conversation in this episode blew me away, nothin but the nitty gritty with years and specs coming right off the tops of their heads, AWESOME!
This roadster is not the only beautiful car he owns. If anyone is in the area of Gardena Ca stop by Vern’s chrome plating. Bob is a really awesome guy and has such a passion for these old goats and he dose amazing work.
Mauricio Escobedo I live in Gardena seen a few roadsters by western and normandie in between by 130 or so
Jay said he bought his first car in 64, and that's when I was born! I don't feel that old after all.
I love this guy. He's so old school, and he wears it well.
I believe I just watched my favorite episode yet! What a great guy and an amazing car with an equally amazing story.
how casual this video is makes me love it so much, I totally zoned out the whole half an hour and felt like I was just listening in person
Most guys would get bored with a car after so long. 50+ years is true love. Props, man!
That car is PERFECT looking!!!!!
This guest was too cool. A treasure trove of nostalgia. Great drive and interview by Jay here. Great stuff.
Beautiful car and knowledgable men.
Awesome looking car, it's perfect the stance, the wheel combo, the paint everything👌. The best 34 I've seen ever
Really enjoyed listening to them talk about the history of the car and the time period when it was raced
I woke up inShut up
34's and 39 coupes are Some of Fords nicest cars , regardless of the power train. And to have max wedge too, this man needs to adopt me.
Just an awesome video, I showed my 15 year old son and explained this was true love for just driving and why you buy what you want to drive, not commute. Bob is an awesome dude that today's kids can learn a lot from about how being a man. Great video.
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Jay made a statement that was very true, growing up in the 60's in a very middle of the middle class for boys like myself that wasn't very sports oriented really had only cars to spend our free time with, always very cheap and often barely running, we had to keep them going ourselves. Junkyards were our playgrounds. It gave us a sense of mechanical things and how stuff works. If I chose to I could literally dis-assemble and put back together an auto engine and have it work, very few kids coming of age today can say that, something somewhere has been lost in our society.
Loved when you guys turned on the car that the radio was playing the theme from The Endless Summer!
What a cool guy. Love the hat too!
What a great episode, I so enjoyed listening to him tell the story of hot rodding in the early days in California. What a pleasure to have heard his stories, really should write a book or at the very least have a sit down interview with Jay where they chat about hot rodding and drag racing for an hour or so. Sure hope that car ends up in Jays collection some day as it is a piece of hot rod history that deserves a place where it is valued.
Must have been a lot of respect from Jay for his guest as it really showed. 👍 I'm currently 72 and so felt the magnetic pull of California hot rods during the 60s but the best I did was a 57 Chevy for my first car. Though a 2dr hardtop, being from Michigan it was already on its 3rd round of bondo and far from a hotrod with 3 on the column and a 283 2barrel under the hood. Still, it was miles ahead of my next car, a Studebaker Lark with a 6cyl. I thought of it as a Kleenex box on wheels.
Awesome show tonight !! Nice how they talk about the old days lol. Very nice respect they give each other 👍🏻
My mother had a Givancy Lincoln those exact colors... I love this car, the man is a real tyro...I grew up in La and Santa Monica - had no idea who this gent was. When he put on the hat I remembered him immediately - he was a local cruiser -
I love Jays love of cars and mechanical things. His enthusiasm is great. Jay i can get springs retempered and set up. Paddington Springs near Wembly stadium UK, just outside London.
Hands down best episode ever!
So cool to see an original steel 34 even after many different modifications. Bob is another Original Car Guy in CA..!! reminds me seeing Ed Rat Fink Roth wearing a top hat at many car shows in California
A classic street rod and some great stories.
Love this guys hot rod knowledge and laid back style
Great guest and great car
Thanks Bob and Jay
Excellent conversation with the owner. The 34 has perfect styling and the two-tone paint is excellent. Thanks Jay. Your 1950 Nash Ambassador is your senior package car.
One of the most pleasant "interviews" since you started putting videos on YT,imo. Really enjoyed the knowledge and stories shared by Bob Barnes...
Bernie Couch has owned his 32 Roadster for 78 years and still drives it! Raced at El Mirage, WWII Navy Vet. He should be on the show!
As a kid today I love American classic cars and I try to learn how to fix them and have those skills that people don’t have today
One of my favorite guests and based on Jay's body language and cadence, one of his favorites as well. This is one of the few times I've seen Jay have an actual conversation with the guest.
Bring on more of the old guys!
Need more videos with interviews like this. I love hearing stories about the old days
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What a wonderful episode! The dialog during the drive is priceless. Keep up the GREAT work Jay.
What a treat to see a lifer like Bob Barnes on the show. This show is one of the best auto culture shows I've ever had the privilege to watch, Jay's funny too. Much respect to everyone involved!
GREAT PIECE OF HISTORY...I REALLY ENJOYED HIS STORIES! THANKS
I grew up seeing this car at all the local shows and meets. This is one of the many cars that got me in to classic cars. Great episode!
Real beauty!
Cant help but smile when watchin this one
Another great video Jay. In Oz, we never got to the levels of hot rods that the USA achieved. Way too much of a nanny state here. Thanks to both of you for showing this car.
The "senior package". Cracked me up. :-)
Until my latest car, I had never owned an automatic, or a 4-door. My senior days have arrived.
love this guy and his passion for the car
Lovely car. Thank you
Bob Barne's a likeable guy, sense of humor, down to earth type. Guys like him are essential to passing on the hobby to younger generations like us. Love his '34, the top color is reminiscent of Fords/Lincolns Rose Beige metallic.
One of the best episodes i've seen ever.!! Loved the car and your guest was awesome. Thanks Jay.
I knew someone in Canada who rebuilt several of these. I only saw photos because, as soon as the last paint job was done, they were sold before they were even up for sale. Word of mouth would spread from the paint shop before they were even returned to him!
Gorgeous old Hot Rod
I love the color combination
one of the best shows ever.
I remember this car from Lions in early 60s and I had forgotten Bob's last name. I had a 50 Studebaker Gasser and a buddy and I had a 54 Ford Gasser that competed. Great strip I think it closed in '72 while I was in the army.
That guy was a great sport. He played along well whenever Jay gave him a hard time. Bob had some of interesting stories.
This is a work of art- just beautiful!
I like this guest he personable and doesn't BS about how much HP the car makes. Great Episode !
Great episode for fathers day. Love the senior package comment, got a good laugh on that one. Great to see some car guys hang on to their cars.
Man this car has quite a story behind it and what a life it and it's own has lived.
Just 2 great guys talking cars - as good as it gets.
very nice gearhead and honest talk + denim
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Gotta be one of the best interviews jay has ever done!
Very Cool guest! A true Car Guy! God bless him!
Jay's videos are probably the most interesting car videos you can find on the internet! Lots of respect for him and his amazing guests!
What a cool guy 👌☺️
AWESOME Car and an even better story of longevity!
Leno is simply great.
Great show. Real Hot Rod and Hot Rodder Guy. Thanks Jay.
This was hilarious! Jay was f*king with him the the whole time
Man that is cool. Love that color combo. Really different.
Best episode. I could have watched a two-hour movie of them just driving and talking.
Pardon the obvious repetition but it is one of the best bench racing sessions in this series. Ya gotta love the natural flow, as the time honored knowledge and car geekish lingo leaves no air jet unscrewed. Leno's off the cuff "Senior Package" {Great!} to his ribbing about the mystery babe in the vintage photo do nothing but egg on the kindled spirit between the two. One can relate to 40-50 year ownership afflictions, I've my Henry J- first car bought 50 years ago- while in grade school. From the pages of Rod & Custom to angle hair and color wheels at the annual Ray Farnner World of Wheels Custom Auto Show. The very first Street Rod Nationals in Peoria to the local dust bowls on Saturday nights. Wished i wudda stayed writing for Rod Action Magazine. Wish I had kept that 65 2 + 2 that I sold about 35 years ago - 65 miles away and found thru a fluke via the internet- to discover that very car has survived and is now seven miles from where I now live. I was laughed at -paying a grand for a 14 year old very solid fastback. Still have the "Mustang Mike" letter addressed to me from Ford- and the promo Mustang model they sent me in response to one 11 year olds praise for their new car. Ahh the memories such videos stir and that passion that oozes thru the veins like gear oil thru a quick change. It's not that often when those spontaneous whims of rubber spent still fill the air .as they effortlessly do here. Makes one wanna flop in Hot Rods To Hell tonight.
Great car, great conversation, and great photography!
What a front end, just beautiful craftsmanship 👏
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Daves Racing Channel Sure looks like some good videos 👍
Love the old school. Beyond great show.
Dudes smart
Jay should have "No Kids" on the license plate of his F1
Another good one, gentlemen.
What a fantastic episode. Great banter whilst driving.
Great stories, what a great guy and beautiful car. Well done Jay.
Great episode; great genuine conversation and passion. I'm not even into that type of hot rod. Yet I watch the whole video, because of the guest and J!