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03-09-2026, 02:22 PM
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Full-Size Muscle: Jay Leno’s 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix Restoration | Jay Leno’s Garage
Jay Leno shares the incredible story behind his 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix, a vehicle that represents the "Golden Era" of Pontiac performance under John DeLorean. This isn’t just a restoration project; it’s a tribute to its previous owner, James Taylor—a retired Navy attack pilot who credited this very car with saving his son’s life decades ago.
After James realized the project was becoming overwhelming, he gifted the car to Jay to ensure it was "done right". Jay took this "good old girl" and performed a sympathetic restoration, returning it to its original color while adding a few modern touches for reliability and comfort on today's roads.In this episode, Jay discusses: The Acquisition: How a simple phone call about 14-inch wheels led to a lifelong friendship with a Navy veteran. Life-Saving History: The dramatic story of James Taylor driving this car at 120 mph to get his son to the hospital just in time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Avg98G4A0LM
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03-09-2026, 04:51 PM
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COOL !
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 3 Generations of "Beach Boys Racing" ! Everybody knows somthin. Nobody knows everything ! 1st time on a dragstrip, 1964. Flagstart ! "Thanks for the entertainment." "Real Indians Don't Wear Bowties" |
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03-09-2026, 10:16 PM
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Ya know, we all love so many things about so many cars, performance, style, even history.
But the personal stories like this are the greatest richness of the hobby. |
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03-10-2026, 11:17 AM
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He now has two Ponchos, his other is a OHC Firebird convertible.
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A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. 1966 GTO Hardtop - PS 14.84 @ 97mph |
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