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30 Expensive Cars In Jay Leno’s Collection You Didn’t Know About

Cameron Eittreim March 29, 2022

Jay Leno is one of the most prolific car collectors in the world and makes no bones about it. His car collection spans over 30 years and he’s still constantly adding new models to his portfolio. He doesn’t just stick to one type of vehicle either. There are over 100 motorcycles in his collection that range from all types of makes and models. His thirst for new and interesting automobiles and motorcycles is one of the reasons that people flock by the thousands to see his collection.

Leno operates a fully functioning garage with a staff he employs. Taking a look at some of the most expensive cars in Leno’s collection will give you an idea of his specific appetite for certain vehicles. He enjoys driving older vehicles, and perhaps most unique is that he doesn’t own a single Ferrari model. Some of his vehicles, such as the GM EcoJet, were custom-built exclusively for him. We looked at 30 expensive cars in Leno’s collection that you might not realize he owned.

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30: 2006 GM EcoJet

Jay Leno has long had a relationship with General Motors, going back to the 1990s as a brand ambassador for the Pontiac brand. He was given a few notable pace cars from GM, including his 2002 Firebird model. The EcoJet was a unique project car built in collaboration between Leno and the Cadillac brand.

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He said he was always interested in jet-powered vehicles since a young age, and even own the original Chrysler Turbine car. The EcoJet is a beautiful car designed uniquely to the Cadillac design philosophy. This was more than just a concept car, and the only production model ever made was given to Leno.

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29: 1934 Duesenberg Walker Coupe

There’s no denying that Jay Leno is a huge fan of his historic car models. The cars from the 1930s are especially unique to Leno’s collection. His 1934 Duesenberg Walker Coupe is both rare and beautiful to look at. This is a historic car in many senses and has become the showpiece when he takes it to car shows.

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The unique styling of the Duesenberg Walker Coupe is one of the reasons Leno decided to restore this car. This car was made long before the design revolution of the 1940s and 1950s. This is a basic car that is a blast to drive and is unique to look at, which makes it a unique automobile.

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28: 1994 McLaren F1

Leno’s collection has some of the most impressive supercars ever on the road. Surprisingly enough, he doesn’t own a single Ferrari model, but he owns the highly coveted 1994 McLaren F1. The first thing you’ll notice about the McLaren F1 is its beautiful styling.

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Even after almost thirty years, this car still looks modern and beautiful. There was a short period when the 1994 McLaren F1 was the fastest car in the world. With the unique styling and Leno’s exquisite attention to detail, the McLaren F1 is one of the most exclusive sports cars in the world.

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27: 1950 Mercedes Transporter

Contrary to popular belief, Mercedes-Benz is more than just a luxury car maker. The company has long had a transportation business. Leno enjoys collecting quirky cars and the 1950 Mercedes Transporter is about as unique as they come. The 1950 Mercedes Transporter was ironically one of the first public transport vehicles offered by the company.

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Leno did some restoration to this model, and of course, added his unique touch to it. As with most of the cars in his collection, having a bright paint job was important to him. Likewise, the interior is authentic to the period and most of the car has been a frame-off restoration.

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26: Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita

As with the Ford GT and the McLaren F1, Jay Leno is accustomed to driving supercars. He has more than a few of them in his collection and the Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita is particularly important. This is one of the most recent supercars to hit the evolving market, and celebrities like Floyd Mayweather have all lined up to own one.

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The Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita that Jay Leno has is in immaculate condition. He hasn’t done anything other than maintenance. The CCXR is one of the fastest production cars in the world, and the barebones interior is evidence of that. There are very few stripped-down production car models that can compete with the CCXR.

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25: 1929 Bentley Speed 6

Jay Leno has a few unique roadsters from the early 1900s, and the 1929 Bentley Speed 6 is one of these. The 1929 Bentley Speed 6 is routinely referred to as one of the original supercars in the world. The performance of the 1929 Bentley Speed 6 was unmatched at the time and the car is still a thrill to drive.

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The 1929 Bentley Speed 6 has a unique look and its styling is still iconic to this day. Leno hasn’t done a lot to the 1929 Bentley Speed 6 other than a full restoration. When it comes to classic Bentley models, this is one of the most unique that you can find. Leno is quick to show his interesting 1929 Bentley Speed 6 to the public.

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24: 1955 Mercedes 300SL

The classic look of the Gullwing 1955 Mercedes 300SL is unique. The original James Bond drove the car, and whenever you see one of these, you know right off the bat what it is. Leno has a few original Mercedes-Benz models in his collection, and the 1955 Mercedes 300SL stands out for a few reasons.

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The Mercedes 300SL introduced iconic features like the Gullwing doors and the jet engine styling. The SL lineup has remained one of the most popular and intriguing lines in the Mercedes-Benz portfolio. Performance was far ahead of the time, even compared to new modern sports cars on the road.

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23: 1969 Lamborghini Miura S

Although Jay Leno has abstained from collecting Ferraris, he has quite a few Lamborghini models in his collection. The 1969 Lamborghini Miura S was one of the first Lamborghini models to incorporate the sleek styling that we have nowadays. The Miura S was one of the fastest production cars at the time.

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Jay Leno has kept his in fairly original condition, showcasing it on his show. The Miura S was the start of the modern Lamborghini era. The Countach, which came much later on, utilized many of the design aspects that the Miura S did. Leno has maintained all his Lamborghini models in excellent condition.

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22: 1939 Lagonda V12

Jay Leno has many unique roadsters in his collection, from the Bentley models to this particular 1939 Lagonda V12. Even to this day, the V12 engine is one of the most awe-inspiring ways to drive around. Multiple sports car companies incorporate a V12 engine into their design.

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Leno has managed to keep his 1939 Lagonda V12 in great condition. Everything from the paint job to the top is in great condition. As with most of his car collection, the 1939 Lagonda V12 is a rarity that the average car enthusiast would never see. Leno has been known to bring this out on the show circuit now and then.

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21: 1963 Chrysler Turbine

Jay Leno has a soft spot when it comes to the 1963 Chrysler Turbine, a car that’s as rare as it is unique. The Chrysler Turbine car was a unique project by the automaker to see if a car could be built that didn’t run on gasoline. The turbine-powered engine was noisy and the car is not as fast as you’d think.

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The application of building this car was not cost-effective nor practical. Chrysler would experiment with the car for a few years before scrapping the project. Leno said he always wanted one of these cars as a child. When he got the chance to own one, he jumped on it, and he owns an original orange model.

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20: 2014 McLaren P1

We’ve covered how Jay Leno owns more than a few exotic sports cars. The 2014 McLaren P1 is one of his favorite models. The 2014 McLaren P1 was the fastest car in the world, and it broke multiple land speed records. The color of Leno’s McLaren stands out from the crowd.

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The interior of the P1 was still amazingly bland for a car in this price range. Nevertheless, the McLaren P1 is a high-priced and powerful exotic sports car. Leno enjoys driving this car a lot and has featured it on his show. The McLaren brand is often forgotten in the exotic car space, but the P1 is legendary.

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19: 2017 Ford GT

When the new Ford GT came out, Leno was one of the first people who offered the new model. He documented this in an episode of Jay Leno’s garage receiving delivery of the beautiful new black Ford GT. The Ford GT has always been an elite supercar and one that you’ll seldom hear any negatives about.

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The current model of the Ford GT did away with a V8 or V10 engine, and instead utilized a turbocharged V6. The resulting sound and performance are among the best in a Ford vehicle. The 2017 Ford GT is by far one of the most impressive supercars to hit the market in the last couple of years.

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18: 1969 Panthermobile

Jay Leno has some pretty unique vehicles in his collection, but the 1969 Panthermobile is probably the most unique. This is a car influenced by the pink panther, and it does so with a lavish pink interior and exterior. We’re not sure why Leno wanted this car, but he does indeed have one in his collection.

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Leno has shown his Panthermobile off at various car shows around California. The car doesn’t have anything special when it comes to performance, but the unique look and feel of the car make it stand out from the crowd.

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17: 1952 MG TD Hot Rod

Leno seems to have an affection toward hot rods. The 1952 MG TD Hot Rod is another custom one he had built, and it hearkens back to the original hot rod era. The bright red paint job and signature wheels make the car stand out for its unique design.

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You’ll seldom find something like this on the road anymore, which is why Leno has taken a liking to it. Performance-wise, this MG is fairly stock, although Leno has done a few things to make the riding experience a bit more comfortable. Either way, you can’t go wrong with this weekend cruiser.

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16: 2011 Morgan 3 Wheeler

Modern retro-fitted roadsters and performance cars have become all the rage. Jay Leno is no exception, and he purchased the 2011 Morgan 3 Wheeler. This is a unique three-wheeler that takes a slightly different approach to the other models on the market. With the 2011 Morgan 3 Wheeler, you get a retro-themed roadster instead.

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The performance of the 2011 Morgan 3 Wheeler is far beyond any normal expectations. The design of the three-wheeler is very modern, and there are many great features. Leno has a liking for unique and quirky things like this, so it’s no surprise that he was one of the first owners. The 2011 Morgan 3 Wheeler is one of the most unique vehicles in his collection.

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15: 1994 McLaren F1

We’ve documented that Jay Leno loves McLaren models, and the F1 is no exception. Released in 1994, this car went head-on against the Acura NSX. The unique styling of the F1 made it a hit among wealthy speed enthusiasts. Leno has kept him in immaculate condition, and the amazing thing about this car is that Leno actually drives it as a daily driver.

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When you have a car that is this expensive, you have the urge to leave it locked away where it is safe. But that isn’t the case, and Leno can be seen driving his F1 quite often. The styling of the F1 is only one of the unique aspects that the car has to offer. The performance is still groundbreaking to this day.

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14: Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren

Leno has a special spot in his car collection for the SLR McLaren, and one of the reasons for that is because the car is a comfortable daily driver. The comedian said in an episode of Jay Leno’s garage that the SLR McLaren is a modern car that you can take to the track or grocery store.

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The interior of the SLR McLaren has all the modern amenities that you’d expect from a Mercedes-Benz from this era. This was also the last car model Steve Jobs owned prior to his death. The car was often photographed in the disabled parking spot at Apple headquarters and Leno is another famous owner of the car.

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13: Blastolene Special

Jay Leno has a unique taste in automobiles, and that is no more evident than when you get behind the wheel of the Blastolene Special. The car has an interesting design, because of the famed craftsman built it, Randy Grubb. The car was designed for drag racing, and the sense of speed you get while driving is amazing.

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Leno isn’t one to gloat about the ownership of this car, and he is constantly showing it off to the public. The unique styling of the Blastolene Special is only the first thing you’ll notice about it. The car has a very intricate engine design, and the rest of the engineering was top-notch at the time of the car’s creation.

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12: 1986 Lamborghini Countach

Jay Leno has a special connection to the 1986 Lamborghini Countach. This was the first car he purchased when he made it big. In an episode of Jay Leno’s Garage, the comedian stated he didn’t like the original spoiler on the Countach. So his car is unique in the fact that the spoiler has been deleted.

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He hasn’t done any major modifications to the car, and it is still in its original condition. The Countach is one of the most fun-to-drive Lamborghini models on the market. The styling was far ahead of its time, and the car still looks great to this day. In recent years, the Countach has begun to gain favor with a new generation of buyers.

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11: 1906 Stanley Steamer Vanderbilt Cup Racer

Usually, when you hear the word Vanderbilt, you think of the famous family. When you hear Stanley Steamer, you think of the carpet cleaning company, so what do the two words have in common? The 1906 Stanley Steamer Vanderbilt Cup Racer.

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Jay Leno owns this one-of-a-kind cup racer. The 1906 Stanley Steamer Vanderbilt Cup Racer is unique in its design. The performance of the car is the most obvious thing that makes it stand out from the crowd. Cars from this era were incredibly unique, and this particular model is in mint condition.

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10: 2011 Audi R8 Spyder

There’s no denying that Jay Leno loves modern supercars and the R8 Spyder is about as modern as you can get. The car is the showpiece in the Audi lineup, and shows how far the automaker has come in terms of design. The performance of the R8 Spyder will make any enthusiast go crazy.

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The model Jay Leno has is the original car in every sense of the word. Leno was the original owner of the car and has kept it in mint condition. Audi in general provides drivers with a stellar experience, and the R8 is the pinnacle of this. The value of the original R8 models has continued to rise in recent years.

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9: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado

There was a time in the not-so-distant past where Oldsmobile was a major force in the automotive industry. The Toronado was also one of the most influential cars, showcasing a lot of new technology. The 1966 Toronado was unique for its ambitious design and seemingly breathtaking performance.

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This is a particular era in the automotive industry for which Leno has a soft spot. The 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado was one of the best-selling cars at GM from this time period. The tornado would also introduce other firsts to the automotive industry. In the 1980s, the tornado was the first automobile to have a driver airbag.

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8: Baker Electric

Although the Tesla is the hot new electric car of the world, the Tesla is far from the first electric car on the road. Even long before the GM EV1 was a thing, there were electric cars made before. The Baker Electric is one of the first official electric cars in the world, and Jay Leno is the proud owner of it.

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When you look at the Baker Electric, you see a car that closely resembles the other cars from this era. Its compact design and cramped interior are the most obvious things you’ll notice about this car. Leno has kept his Baker Electric in fairly original condition and the car has a high valuation on it.

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7: 1914 Detroit Electric

In addition to the Baker Electric he owns, Leno also owns a 1914 Detroit Electric. Another interesting electric car from the early days of automotive innovation, the 1914 Detroit Electric, was well-built and popular. The 1914 Detroit Electric had a very short range, as most electric cars from this era were seemingly experimental.

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The convertible top of the car made it a unique offering at the time. Most of the cars from this time period were still evolving from the horse and buggy days. Detroit Electric was a well-known coach-building company at the time. There are a few early electric cars worth noting and the 1914 Detroit Electric is one of them.

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6: 1946 Shell Oil Truck

The cool thing about Leno is that he doesn’t just own the vehicles in his collection, he knows about the history behind every car and truck he has. The 1946 Shell Oil Truck is a unique vehicle that he wanted to add just because of the history behind it. Oil tankers were the vehicles that fueled the early growth of America.

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The style of the 1946 Shell Oil Truck is reminiscent of large commercial trucks from this era. Anything that came from the Shell Oil company from this time period is a collector’s item. Leno enjoys driving unique commercial vehicles like this one almost as much as he enjoys driving the unique sports cars in his collection.

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5: Ariel Atom

Open-wheeled sports cars have been increasing in popularity over the last year. The Ariel Atom is a relatively recent open-wheeled sports car designed to look like a futuristic cruiser. Ariel Motor Company built the car, and it was designed to be a featherweight driving experience. The old adage that the lighter weight a vehicle is, the faster it drives is true here.

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Leno likes to go fast but he also likes an interesting driving experience, which is why the Ariel Atom is a favorite vehicle in his collection. He enjoys driving it and has shown it off on an episode or two of Jay Leno’s garage. There are few open-wheeled roadsters on the market that are as unique as the Ariel Atom.

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4: 1925 Doble E-20

What kind of performance can you get out of a 95-year-old steam-powered car? According to Leno, a lot. The 1925 Doble E-20 was a car that was purpose-built when it first hit the market in 1925. It was a performance car in every sense of the word, and naturally, Jay Leno had to pick this one up.

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The 1925 Doble E-20 is perhaps one of the most unique pure roadsters in Jay Leno’s collection. When it comes to an interesting steamed-powered car, the Doble E-20 is about as unique as you can get.

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3: 1917 Fiat Botafogo

You actually don’t see many Fiat models in Jay Leno’s collection, but that’s okay, because the 1917 Fiat Botafogo is a unique and historic car. This is one of the first Fiat models sold to the public, and one of the most historic for the brand in general. Leno has owned this car for over a decade, and he’ll seldom show it off.

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When you look at the Fiat Botafogo, it doesn’t look like the average Fiat model we are used to seeing. But looks can be deceiving, and the 1917 Fiat Botafogo is a historical roadster that’s also a blast to drive. Leno has featured this car on several episodes of his hit TV show, and he also tours it at various car shows.

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2: 1966 Lincoln Continental

Classic Lincoln models have been rising in value in recent years, and the 1966 Lincoln Continental is no exception. Jay Leno doesn’t own many Lincoln models, but the ones he owns are special. The 1966 Lincoln Continental resonates with Leno because he talks about how his father owned one of these cars.

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The 1966 Lincoln Continental owned by Leno has been kept in fairly immaculate condition. There aren’t many modifications done to the car. Routine maintenance and a clean paint job are the most obvious portions of this car. Nevertheless, the 1966 Lincoln Continental is a stellar car.

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1: Light Car Company Rocket

Jay Leno owns a few novelty cars designed by him and the Light Car Company Rocket is one of these. The lightweight car looks more like a box car racer than anything else that you might see. The performance of the car is amazing and fun to drive.

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Leno hasn’t done anything to this car since he bought it, and he enjoys taking it out on the road from time to time. Compact concept cars are some of the most fun to drive, and Jay Leno has a blast driving the Light Car Company Rocket around. Time will tell if he adds more cars like this to his collection, or if he is done collecting the novelties.

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