Jay Leno is one of the most famous comedians in the world. But, he is also one of the most well-known car collectors in the world. The cars that he owns are unlike anything else on the road, and a lot of other models were custom-built for Jay. We looked at his collection and the cars that stand out the most for this funny guy.
2006 GM EcoJet
The Jay Leno EcoJet was a unique concept car powered by a biodiesel turbine engine. It had a sleek carbon fiber body and was inspired by aviation design. Built with help from GM specifically for his collection and funded by Jay himself, there was nothing else like it on the road.
1934 Duesenberg Walker Coupe
The 1934 Duesenberg Walker Coupe, owned by Jay Leno, was a rare and elegant car known for its Art Deco design and advanced engineering. This is one of Jay’s favorite cars to pull out of the garage because it’s fun to drive. The sleek styling is more unique than anything else on the road.
1994 McLaren F1
Jay Leno’s 1994 McLaren F1 is one of the most iconic cars in his collection. Known for its sleek design, central driving position, and powerful BMW V12 engine. There was a period of time where the McLaren F1 was the fastest car in the world. Jay Leno owns quite a few exotics but this one is the most special.
1950 Mercedes Transporter
One of the most telling things about Jay Leno’s car collection is the fact that he has unique rides. Jay Leno’s 1950 Mercedes-Benz Transporter, called the “Blue Wonder,” was a special truck made to carry race cars. The nose of the thing hangs off extremely far so it takes a special driver to handle it.
Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita
Jay Leno’s Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita is one of the rarest cars in the world, with only two ever made. Its body is coated in a diamond-like carbon fiber, making it extremely lightweight. Similar to his McLaren F1 Leno enjoys the speed and unique design of hte CCXR Trevita. Obviously this isn’t a grocery getter.
1929 Bentley Speed 6
Jay Leno’s 1929 Bentley Speed 6 was a classic car with a strong racing history. It had a powerful six-cylinder engine and a tough design that helped it win at Le Mans. Leno has a number of unique Bentley’s in his garage. There was a time in history where Bentley was known for speed and racing heritage.
1955 Mercedes 300SL
The 1955 Mercedes 300SL was a beautiful sports car with famous gullwing doors. Jay Leno’s one in particular is a rare model that has a special edition paint job and racing heritage behind it. Gullwing doors were a new thing when the 300SL hit the scene. The car became synonymous because of this design.
1969 Lamborghini Miura S
The 1969 Lamborghini Miura S was a groundbreaking sports car and one of the first supercars. With its sleek design and powerful V12 engine. Jay Leno has a thing for Lamborghini models, between this one and his Countach. The Miura S was a powerful and sleek sports car that took on the Ford GT40.
1939 Lagonda V12
Jay Leno’s 1939 Lagonda V12 was a rare and stylish car from Britain. It had a strong V12 engine and a sleek look that made it special. Leno loves to own these elongated roadster-style classic cars. The Lagonda was the epiphany of V12 design at the time; even though the engine was large, it wasn’t inefficient.
1963 Chrysler Turbine
Jay Leno’s 1963 Chrysler Turbine was a rare car with a jet engine instead of a regular one. Chrysler was working on a few different types of alternative fuel engines and the Turbine was one of the most well-known. There are only a few Turbine models in existence and Jay Leno has one of them.
2014 McLaren P1
Jay Leno’s 2014 McLaren P1 is a hybrid supercar that combines a powerful twin-turbo V8 engine with an electric motor. McLaren is always at the forefront of automotive design and innovation and the P1 was the most powerful sports car in the world. Leno was one of the first owners of the P1 in the world.
2017 Ford GT
Jay Leno’s 2017 Ford GT was a supercar built to honor Ford’s racing history. It had a sleek design and a twin-turbo V6 engine. 2017 marked the return of the storied model and Jay Leno got the first delivery of the car from Ford corporate. The Ford GT was not a V8 powered car this time around but it was still very fast.
1969 Panthermobile
Jay Leno’s 1969 Panthermobile was a wild and colorful custom car built to promote the Pink Panther cartoon. Naturally Leno had to buy this outrageous car and feature it on his TV show. On the episode of Jay Leno’s garage he adorned a pink suit for the occasion. This car isn’t something you drive everyday.
1952 MG TD Hot Rod
Jay Leno’s 1952 MG TD Hot Rod was a classic British roadster turned into a powerful hot rod. The MG roadster wasn’t known as a hot rod but this car changed all that. The TD Hot Rod was specifically designed to be a hot rod. Leno enjoys driving this car because of the powerful engine and short stubby wheel-base.
2011 Morgan 3 Wheeler
Jay Leno’s 2011 Morgan 3 Wheeler was a modern take on a classic design. Similar to how the Chrysler Prowler was a modern roadster so was the Morgan 3 Wheeler. The 3 Wheeler was able to achieve a high level of speed. Driving capability of the Morgan 3 Wheeler is also a lot better then older cars in this class.
Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren
Jay Leno’s Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren was a high-performance supercar that combined luxury and speed. It had a sleek design, gullwing doors, and a powerful supercharged V8 engine. The SLR McLaren was designed during the Daimler era at Mercedes-Benz. The sleek coupe was owed by the worlds elite including Steve Jobs.
Blastolene Special
Jay Leno’s Blastolene Special, also known as “The Tank Car,” was a massive, custom-built car powered by a 29-liter V12 engine from a military tank. Jay Leno is a true car enthusiast in every sense of the world. His love for cars is so unique and he has just about every quirky car that you could think of.
1986 Lamborghini Countach
Jay Leno’s 1986 Lamborghini Countach was a supercar known for its sharp, futuristic design and scissor doors. It has a V12 engine under the hood and Jay Leno removed the giant wing from the back of his one. The Countach is the car that every kid in the 1980s wanted to own.
1906 Stanley Steamer Vanderbilt Cup Racer
Jay Leno’s 1906 Stanley Steamer Vanderbilt Cup Racer was a rare and historic steam-powered car built for racing. These steam-powered race cars were a thing albeit not as popular as their gas-powered counterparts. Jay Leno loves to take the Stanley Steamer to different car shows around the country.
2011 Audi R8 Spyder
Jay Leno’s 2011 Audi R8 Spyder has the powerful V10 engine and all-wheel drive. The R8 was the first official supercar released by Audi to the public. The design of the car was top-notch and still garners attention today. Leno’s edition of the car had a special edition paint job with red stripes.
1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
Jay Leno’s 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado is a standout in his collection. The Tornado was a groundbreaking car for Oldsmobile and the automotive industry as a whole. It had a number of first-time features that are now the norm for the automotive industry. We often forget just how instrumental Oldsmobile was.
Baker Electric
Jay Leno’s 1909 Baker Electric is a rare, functional piece of automotive history. This car had an 80-mile range and near-silent operation. Who would have thought that electric cars were possible way back when? The Baker electric was definitely one of the first mainstream electric cars and most people forget about it.
1914 Detroit Electric
Jay Leno’s 1914 Detroit Electric showcases early electric car innovation. This was another early electric car and Jay Leno has had it in his collection for years. These early electric cars utilized a carriage design. The unique thing about the 1914 Detroit Electric was the range that it had.
1946 Shell Oil Truck
Jay Leno’s 1946 Shell Oil Truck is a unique piece in his collection. Tanker trucks were an innovation in the forties as the highway system was developed. The 1946 Shell oil truck is a unique part of Leno’s collection. The beautiful truck is a fully functional model as well that has been restored.
Ariel Atom
Jay Leno owns an Ariel Atom, a lightweight car built for speed and handling. These types of cars were designed for the race track. The Atom was one of the worlds fastest race cars with an open wheel design. The Atom isn’t a street legal vehicle by any stretch of the imagination, but it’s a unique one in Leno’s collection.
1925 Doble E-20
Jay Leno’s 1925 Doble E-20 is a masterpiece of early steam-powered innovation. The Doble E-20 was ahead of its time with a silent engine and notable speed. The steam powered roadster was a unique part of automotive history. These steam powered engines were not feasible for mass-production.
1917 Fiat Botafogo
Jay Leno’s 1917 Fiat Botafogo is a massive, powerful race car from the early 20th century. This car was named after a famous Brazilian racing driver. The car had a monstrous 21.7-liter aircraft engine. The Botafogo was one of the most powerful cars at the time and Jay Leno loves to showboat this car.
1966 Lincoln Continental
Jay Leno’s 1966 Lincoln Continental is a symbol of 1960s luxury and style. Lincoln was at the height of luxury and performance in the sixties. The Continental was beloved by just about everyone and Leno has an all-original model. The Continental was one of the most popular Lincoln models in production.
Light Car Company Rocket
Jay Leno’s LCC Rocket, designed by automotive legend Gordon Murray, is a futuristic take on lightweight performance. This thing has a Yamaha engine under the hood and an open wheel design like a race car. This isn’t your average race car but Jay Leno isn’t your average car collector.