1963 Corvette Stingray - Jay Leno's Garage

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1963 Corvette Stingray: Master judge and restorer Mike McCluskey took this rare fuel-injected Sting Ray (that Jay bought sight unseen) back to stock perfection.
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1963 Corvette Stingray - Jay Leno's Garage
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  • @jeffpuha8187
    @jeffpuha81879 жыл бұрын

    What amazes me most about this car is that, after 51 years, it still looks futuristic. A truly timeless design.

  • @user-mv6he6gl8m

    @user-mv6he6gl8m

    5 жыл бұрын

    Nice looks sure but what about all the fake gimmicks? An american car that can go really fast as long you don't have to make a turn...

  • @bigredc222

    @bigredc222

    5 жыл бұрын

    Whether it handles good, or if the vents are real, doesn't effect the way it looks, it's rolling sculpture. I wonder what happen to all those fuel injection units that the mechanic removed?

  • @byates59

    @byates59

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@user-mv6he6gl8m ... this car would spank a Ferrari back in the day!

  • @animalyze7120

    @animalyze7120

    4 жыл бұрын

    I hope one day Gm will un-insert their heads from their butts and bring back the Stingray. Not the new stupid ferrari look alike nonsensical ones but the good old fashioned American made Stingray.

  • @solarwave

    @solarwave

    4 жыл бұрын

    ...and thanks to an ancient fish.

  • @int53185
    @int531855 жыл бұрын

    Jay is saving these cars for future generations to appreciate. I agree, stock is the best way to restore a car like this.

  • @thesteelrodent1796

    @thesteelrodent1796

    10 ай бұрын

    you're not preserving a classic if you mod the hell out of it. Once you mod it everything that made the car what it was is gone

  • @int53185

    @int53185

    10 ай бұрын

    @@thesteelrodent1796 If you want a car that drives like a modern car, go out and buy a modern car. Don't butcher a classic. I have a classic Grand Prix. Any part that goes on it is either an original new old stock or reproduction. To me the experience of owning and driving an old car is ruined by upgrading it to modern standards. Don't get me wrong, I still admire Jay for saving these cars.

  • @ELGORDOFLUBBERCHAROLIENTO

    @ELGORDOFLUBBERCHAROLIENTO

    9 ай бұрын

    😢😢😢😢🎉.

  • @stevenrobert8567

    @stevenrobert8567

    19 күн бұрын

    yep

  • @NicolaiTesla
    @NicolaiTesla4 жыл бұрын

    One of the most beautiful cars ever designed.

  • @saginawdan

    @saginawdan

    2 жыл бұрын

    👍

  • @nevefamily3524

    @nevefamily3524

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree!

  • @SophiaAphrodite

    @SophiaAphrodite

    7 ай бұрын

    I contend it is one of the ugliest.

  • @jundialhaqiqa9907
    @jundialhaqiqa99074 жыл бұрын

    That body is timeless, it doesn't seem old at all.

  • @StereoSpace
    @StereoSpace9 жыл бұрын

    In a way, Jay is like a rare art dealer. He buys rare and beautiful cars and pays out of his own pocket to have them restored. He's rescuing them, really.

  • @JohnBarrow1961

    @JohnBarrow1961

    7 жыл бұрын

    He also has a ton of knowledge about all of his cars and cars in general. He's fascinating to listen to.

  • @KingLich451

    @KingLich451

    7 жыл бұрын

    Exactly, not every rich guy with cars happens to be unfortunately.

  • @Porsche996driver

    @Porsche996driver

    5 жыл бұрын

    He’s the mayor.

  • @gregorytimmons4777

    @gregorytimmons4777

    5 жыл бұрын

    Jay has made a few mistakes relating facts about certain cars but then, just think how many different cars Jay knows quite a bit about. Cars of all types. Like steam cars, exotic's and big old monsters like Deusenberg and Hispano-Suiza.

  • @Chrisicola

    @Chrisicola

    4 жыл бұрын

    Man, I still fascinated with that Chrysler turbine car. Love that thing.

  • @rousseau327
    @rousseau32710 жыл бұрын

    Best looking Corvette ever made.

  • @MrSuhkoi

    @MrSuhkoi

    10 жыл бұрын

    Nah

  • @robertpilcher2558

    @robertpilcher2558

    10 жыл бұрын

    MrSuhkoi Twat

  • @charlesturnough3700

    @charlesturnough3700

    10 жыл бұрын

    MrSuhkoi Its my dream car not even the cabrio is my favourite you got a bad taste in cars man?

  • @TonyisToking

    @TonyisToking

    10 жыл бұрын

    I prefer the C3.

  • @ryuman757

    @ryuman757

    9 жыл бұрын

    TonyisCreating Yes! They're both beautiful, but I love the C3 @_@

  • @hwb-zalpach
    @hwb-zalpach4 жыл бұрын

    THE SPLIT WINDOW IS TOTALLY MAGNIFICENT ON THIS!

  • @raymondpetrovits2336
    @raymondpetrovits23362 жыл бұрын

    I never really had an opinion of Jay until I received my Hagerty magazine and started reading Jay’s articles. His automotive stories are riveting and informative. His own personal stories are priceless to any real car guy. Thanks Mr. Leno.

  • @jezuzfreek777
    @jezuzfreek77710 жыл бұрын

    This is easily one of the most iconic and beautiful cars ever made by any company.

  • @albertgerard4639

    @albertgerard4639

    5 жыл бұрын

    nope

  • @ethanshell1144

    @ethanshell1144

    5 жыл бұрын

    Albert Gérard yes...

  • @GH-oi2jf

    @GH-oi2jf

    5 жыл бұрын

    jezuzfreek777 - Yes. Between this and the XK-E coupé, how do you decide?

  • @henrylawrence3461

    @henrylawrence3461

    5 жыл бұрын

    jezuzfreek777 you bet. Absolutely.

  • @sevyxuoir6714

    @sevyxuoir6714

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@ethanshell1144 Albert Gérard prefer a citroen lol

  • @m.e.g.a.n.l.e.i.g.h
    @m.e.g.a.n.l.e.i.g.h2 жыл бұрын

    My dad was in love with the Corvette C-2's and was finally able to get one in 1967 ( coupe 427 side pipes) . Needless to say, he never got over it. Once you owned one you never get over it. My dad is 73 now still talks about it. Corvette is a true American icon.

  • @bradleylovej

    @bradleylovej

    11 ай бұрын

    I feel the same way about my 2000 Ws6. Lusted after that so hotly in high school, finally bought one in my mid 30's and I won't shut up about it. After I made one too many comments about the car, one of my family members said to me, "Wow, you sure are proud of that Trans Am." He doesn't understand the mixture of nostalgia, accomplishment, and joy a car you really love can bring you. I'm glad your dad got his C2.

  • @markr5132
    @markr5132 Жыл бұрын

    FYI from Corvette expert: The emergency brake didn't go to the middle of the seats until 1967. The two speed power glide was only std on a corvette after 1953-1954 and this was before manuals were available as an option. Once manuals were available they were std with a 3sp Manuel until 1970 when the 4sp was finally std! 1963 Corvettes Sebring Silver paint had real silver in the paint and was a $92+- dollar option. Route 66 used a 1961, 1962 and 1963 corvettes and never a 1960. The corvette was supposed to have been sentimental to Todd's and the last possession from his dad who died just before he left the east coast for his searching for what town him and Buzz want to settle down in. This is why its a little confusing when he shows up with a 1962 the third season or so. Finally found a category of car I know more about than Jay! Love this channel & think Jays & his show is a National treasure!

  • @fitfogey
    @fitfogey3 жыл бұрын

    It’s so nice to listen to a knowledgable guy who appreciates specific automobiles and can communicate in a clear and concise manner the history of them.

  • @richardpersoage8504
    @richardpersoage85048 жыл бұрын

    When I was a kid, my dream was to own a 1963 Corvette Coupe. 20 years later, my dream came true.

  • @__744XX

    @__744XX

    8 жыл бұрын

    congratulations bro it's always great to see a car guy get his car

  • @gmansplit

    @gmansplit

    8 жыл бұрын

    +Richard Persoage Are you rich? Those cars are insanely expensive.

  • @richardpersoage8504

    @richardpersoage8504

    8 жыл бұрын

    +gmansplit I bought my 63 coupe project in the early 80's for $4000.

  • @gmansplit

    @gmansplit

    8 жыл бұрын

    Richard Persoage Great find!

  • @63Baggies

    @63Baggies

    8 жыл бұрын

    +Richard Persoage You lucky BAR STEWARD :-)

  • @argylegirl9953
    @argylegirl9953 Жыл бұрын

    The '63 split window Corvette was the best and everyone wanted one. Thanks for the great tutorial on your car and of course the ride! Beautiful restoration.

  • @rabbitss11
    @rabbitss115 жыл бұрын

    Car design definitely reached a high point in the 1960's and this car is near the peak

  • @ZeroESG.goopootoob

    @ZeroESG.goopootoob

    11 ай бұрын

    The '72 and the '74 Stingray are the most badass & sexiest classics ever made.

  • @roytee3127
    @roytee31273 жыл бұрын

    I remember exactly when I first saw a Sting Ray in 1963 or 64.. The street it was on, the time of day. It blew me away. It was a beautiful bronze color. I'll never forget the moment.

  • @GlitchMonki
    @GlitchMonki10 жыл бұрын

    Such a beautiful American car. Now that's a man who enjoys what he does. Thanks Professor Leno.

  • @JimmyFoxhound
    @JimmyFoxhound7 жыл бұрын

    My gosh, the '63 Vette is an absolute work of art. Just beautiful!!

  • @mgrunsten
    @mgrunsten Жыл бұрын

    I had the greatest mom. She signed for me and we ordered a split-window coupe. Pretty exciting day when it arrived at the dealer and I went to pick it up. I was definitely the coolest nineteen year-old in my neighborhood.

  • @vasilii6417
    @vasilii64172 жыл бұрын

    I had one. The wheels did come up off the ground. This is the first time I've ever heard this. Now I have proof when I tell somebody. I remember I looked over at my friend and said, "Cause if It had a set of wings, man, I know she could fly." from the Beach Boys. We both had wide eyes and goosebumps. Incredible, after 55 years, I have proof. 👍 Thanks, Jay

  • @bradleylovej

    @bradleylovej

    11 ай бұрын

    I'm really surprised you haven't heard anyone else talk about this. My dad has a 69 Vette and always talks about the front end getting light over 100 mph. Lots of people talk about the C2 and C3 Corvettes being scary at high speed because the front end will lift. Regardless, at least you have a verified source in Jay now to back up your experience 👍

  • @vasilii6417

    @vasilii6417

    11 ай бұрын

    @@bradleylovej '69 isn't a' 64.

  • @bradleylovej

    @bradleylovej

    11 ай бұрын

    @@vasilii6417 Both generations C2 and C3 had this problem. Both commonly talked about. They also share the same frame.

  • @vasilii6417

    @vasilii6417

    11 ай бұрын

    @@bradleylovej well, it is what it is.

  • @bradleylovej

    @bradleylovej

    11 ай бұрын

    @@vasilii6417 True. Those mid-year Vettes are still on my short list of coolest cars ever made.

  • @joesphx19
    @joesphx1910 жыл бұрын

    Just a perfect American icon, the car too! We miss you Jay, don't stop doing these videos, a new generation is learning to appreciate American manufacturing.

  • @karendixon401
    @karendixon4015 жыл бұрын

    This is one discussion that is not boring.. My first husband had this same style Corvette split window.. I washed and waxed it.. and thought I would never drive it.. until he sprained his right ankle on a waterskiing trip and I had to drive it home.. it had a 5-speed and I drove it in the fast lane.. he was surprised.. so I got to take it on errands around town occasionally.

  • @johncastillo2194

    @johncastillo2194

    4 жыл бұрын

    john thonig maybe it was custom

  • @walterpalmer2749
    @walterpalmer27495 жыл бұрын

    This car, the XKE, the Gull-wing are as timeless as it gets.

  • @MJKircher1221
    @MJKircher12214 жыл бұрын

    I like it so much more when Jay shows his own cars. He has so many amazing vehicles.

  • @charlestorruella8591

    @charlestorruella8591

    4 жыл бұрын

    He seems to go into more detail and seems to well love it a little i guess you can tell when its one of his own as to someone eles

  • @corvetteman67
    @corvetteman673 жыл бұрын

    1967 Corvette fastbacks and 1971 Corvette convertibles are the most BEAUTIFUL and GREAT Corvettes ever made!

  • @Glide1992

    @Glide1992

    4 ай бұрын

    I had a '67 Coupe and I like it the best of all the C2's because of few small differences. But why would you single out the '67 when all the C2 coupes had the same silhouette?

  • @JackF99
    @JackF999 жыл бұрын

    When it comes to cars Jay is a unique in a couple of ways: 1) he's that rare rich guy with genuine interest in cars beyond their status or investment potential and 2) he's that rare hot rodder who actually has good taste.

  • @edwardheideman3231

    @edwardheideman3231

    3 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely everything you can possibly learn about the 63 vet thanks Jay

  • @goodgoat3096
    @goodgoat30964 жыл бұрын

    1963 brought us the Corvette and the Jaguar XKE, two of the most beautiful cars ever made.

  • @denisesrock3650
    @denisesrock36504 жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful piece of American automobile history. We own # 30 which has never been restored and still looks new and drives like a dream. I think it should be in a museum myself.

  • @RobertSmith-le8wp
    @RobertSmith-le8wp8 жыл бұрын

    Looks wise, it's a perfect car. I'm glad he restored it like that. I wouldn't change a thing

  • @thomaskessinger2114

    @thomaskessinger2114

    7 жыл бұрын

    Neither would I. With a good-looking car like that, there's no need for any modifications.

  • @thomaskessinger2114
    @thomaskessinger21147 жыл бұрын

    The '63 is one of the most beautiful and one of my favorite Corvette models. Gorgeous car!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @Justacogg
    @Justacogg3 жыл бұрын

    This is a historic Corvette. I can imagine in the future this is a car that will keep the correct history of the Corvette alive for generations to come! Thank you Mr. Leno for your dedication to automotive history and the entire industry!

  • @45auto82
    @45auto822 жыл бұрын

    My dream car! My older Brother actually had a 1963 ‘Vette convertible. Had the red interior with a white top. Also had fuel injection, but I believe he told me that it had been modified because the ‘Verts didn’t come that way. It purred just like this one! My Brother had a hidden toggle switch installed in the inside top driver side of the glove box for the ignition circuit. He came out one morning to find the doors open, good open, but no damage. That extra ignition switch had saved the day!

  • @ChrisG3253032
    @ChrisG32530328 жыл бұрын

    Always loved this split-window model. I also absolutely love the '71 buick riviera "boat-tail", that is one sexy car imo

  • @stingrayiiipercentoathkeep1680
    @stingrayiiipercentoathkeep16808 жыл бұрын

    In 1972 I was called out to a Chevy dealer's body shop to give them a frame repair estimate on an Olds, and there sitting right next to it was a totaled '63 Split Window. It was bad! When I got into the body shop office with my bid I saw a young man in a near full body cast, with another man next to him that was his insurance adjuster. The shop manager was on the phone with a wrecking yard, and when I heard him say "$200.00 is all you'll give for a wrecked Stingray?", I had to ask right away... "if that's all you get for salvage on that can I buy it?" Well, after a short discussion with the owner and adjuster, it was mine, for $200.00!!!!! I made sure I got all the pieces that were in the pile next to it. They told me what happened. The owner had stopped at a red light behind a bobtail truck, then a Peterbuilt coming up behind him lost its brakes and rear ended him, shoving him into the bobtail. You can imagine what it looked like after that. I got it home on 2 flatbeds, and for a month compiled a list of what I'd need to put it all back together. The hardest part to find was the full rear 'clip' from the windshield back, which I finally got when I went to another salvage yard searching for frame parts for a frame repair in my shop, and happened to mention what I was looking for. Having been one of his beat customers for several years, he shocked me when he said ... "boy, have I got a surprise for you!" Then took me to the back of his yard, and behold, there sat a full rear clip for a '63 split window, all intact including all windows, trim, doors, fuel tank, and complete interior. Then, he gave me the best surprise, I could have it all for $250.00! Needless to say, I jumped on that without any hesitation! A year and a half later, it was all restored, and I took it in to a master painter I knew, and had him paint it a dark pearl blue. The last thing remaining to be road ready was a new radiator. I found that when I took it into a muffler shop for exhaust repair. He had one upstairs that a customer had bought but never picked up. $30.00 later, and it was mine. I drove that 'vette' for the next 6 years until my divorce. It turned heads everywhere I went! I'd still have it but my divorce attorney sold me out and I was ordered by the judge to sell all of my cars except for one. Looking back, I wish I had kept the 'vette' instead of the '73 Lincoln MK4 prototype.

  • @ctuan13

    @ctuan13

    5 жыл бұрын

    I'm a Lincoln guy, through and through, but I agree with your assessment. Should have kept the vette for sure! Horrible ending to your story, but regardless, thanks a bunch for sharing!

  • @trevormills3339

    @trevormills3339

    5 жыл бұрын

    This is why I'm never getting married.

  • @cocodog85

    @cocodog85

    5 жыл бұрын

    next time have a prenup.

  • @georgeb8701

    @georgeb8701

    5 жыл бұрын

    Stingray III percent >>> Stop! have you no mercy? You're making a grown man cry! 😭 I'm so sorry for your loss! 😢

  • @MaximRecoil

    @MaximRecoil

    5 жыл бұрын

    When you get married you don't own anything anymore, which is why I find it astounding that guys still get married.

  • @SendingStache
    @SendingStache6 жыл бұрын

    that guy is too cool. it's amazing how knowledgable he is when it comes to corvettes. a lifetime of passion and it shows

  • @kurtkennedy7483
    @kurtkennedy74833 жыл бұрын

    Loved the talk. I had a 1964 in college. Memories.

  • @Carking97
    @Carking9710 жыл бұрын

    I love the fine details they go into the explanation. I love learning stuff like this

  • @DougCameraMan
    @DougCameraMan8 жыл бұрын

    That's a beauty. Looks great. I generally prefer a convertible when it comes to the Corvette but the '63 Split window is in a class all by itself! Looks great, well done restoration. Love it!

  • @olliehopnoodle4628
    @olliehopnoodle46286 жыл бұрын

    There is nothing that looks like those Corvettes. Beautiful. Thanks for sharing Jay!

  • @davidcampbell4174
    @davidcampbell4174 Жыл бұрын

    This is one of those cars that is, and always will have, a classic and beautiful look.

  • @bradleylovej

    @bradleylovej

    11 ай бұрын

    It certainly is one of the best looking cars of all time. And might possibly be the best looking American car ever made.

  • @silver750iL
    @silver750iL3 жыл бұрын

    Huge shout out to Jay Leno for allowing us to share in his amazing collection and meet people like Mike. I appreciate the effort involved to make all these.

  • @samspace81
    @samspace817 жыл бұрын

    One of these started my love affair with the Corvette Sting Ray. I restored it with my father, Sebring Silver with Daytona Blue Interior! Great car Jay!

  • @lyman360able
    @lyman360able5 жыл бұрын

    I only know Jay as a car guy. When I was younger I watched a few of his shows. His true passion is cars and what he does to keep old and new cars alike running and attainable for anyone to see and experience is wonderful. Thank you.

  • @marcryvon
    @marcryvon6 жыл бұрын

    Kudos Jay to bring back this Icon to its original condition. Just as you'd do on a Jag, Maserati, Lambo, or any priceless Art object, name it. I did exactly as you did when I saw it when I was 11 years old: froze right there. Couldn't believe what I was looking at ! The most beautiful thing I've seen in my young life. Timeless design, unique details like the cut out doors in the roof, the center console, AND that split back window and the center "rib" à la Bugatti. Oh Man ! I'm 65 now and still remember this!

  • @johnc5914
    @johnc59143 жыл бұрын

    Truly one of the best design’s in all of automotive history..

  • @jimburig7064
    @jimburig70645 жыл бұрын

    This design is one of my favorites. It is absolutely timeless.

  • @CaptainFALKEN
    @CaptainFALKEN6 жыл бұрын

    People these days still can't understand how beautiful it is that a car is at its best when it's still original and can only be once.

  • @matthewgallant3622
    @matthewgallant3622 Жыл бұрын

    My grandfather owned a ‘63 C2 convertible when I was a little kid in the late 80s/90s and it’s what made me a car guy from the age of 4. He’d take me to car shows in it, to Lime Rock race track where he raced it, it was just amazing. Such a special car, it showed me cars could be for fun and joy and forever will be my mental benchmark of sports cars. He sold it in the late 90s because he needed the money, and the split window really is the desirable car today like the Gullwing Mercedes, but we had no idea back then. They were just old cars then

  • @jewman303
    @jewman3038 жыл бұрын

    One of the sexiest cars to come out of America.

  • @canadianclassics

    @canadianclassics

    5 жыл бұрын

    THEE sexiest car to come out of america

  • @StrangerHappened

    @StrangerHappened

    5 жыл бұрын

    If this car would be produced today (with obligatory upgrades, including on safety and ecology), people would be buying in crazy numbers.

  • @Ryan-gz6ym

    @Ryan-gz6ym

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@canadianclassics 'The' is spelt 'the', regardless of pronunciation.

  • @bradford_shaun_murray

    @bradford_shaun_murray

    4 жыл бұрын

    17:43 and with fuel injection...

  • @stevekeithley8409
    @stevekeithley84092 жыл бұрын

    The '63 Corvette is the car that I fell in love with. Especially with the split window. One thing I don't think they mentioned was it was the first year they sold a convertible and fixed roof Corvette. Just a beautiful car - "Jay" , I'd love to have it.

  • @kenswitzer4133
    @kenswitzer41333 жыл бұрын

    Jay, I was one of those 13 year olds as well. The first gen T Birds were really nice and then this came out. The WOW factor went out the roof. I want to be envious but just can’t do it since you have worked hard to get where you are. Thank you for sharing your collection with us. Sure wish you were late night entertainment again. There is nothing to chose from now days.👍🇺🇸🤙😃

  • @josagen
    @josagen Жыл бұрын

    Now they're 60 years old...time flies like that Sting Ray.

  • @DJPixcell
    @DJPixcell8 жыл бұрын

    What an absolute beauty of a car. Probably one of my all time favourites. Surely my favourite Corvette.

  • @triumphmanful
    @triumphmanful7 жыл бұрын

    I miss my 1963 Stingray convertable. It had a hardtop too! I also made a taneau cover that zipped down the center for a cool ride look. I attached it with screwed in snaps. I even drove it like that in the winter with a french beret and sunglasses. Of course the heat was on full blast. What fun to see people give me a stare and laugh. Those were the days !

  • @Narrowcros

    @Narrowcros

    7 жыл бұрын

    You can always buy one, although 63s are a bit rare

  • @triumphmanful

    @triumphmanful

    7 жыл бұрын

    Sold it for $6K. It needed a transmission (reverse gear would not go) maybe just a throw out bearing. Frame was rusting on the drivers side too. I still miss her and look at my pictures with longing to have her back.

  • @marklaw4435
    @marklaw44357 жыл бұрын

    This shape/design of Corvette Stingray is as good as any design gets. They say, "Good design is Timeless," and this Corvette Stingray proves the theory completely. It is as fresh and vibrant today, as it was 50 odd years ago. You are one lucky man Jay. People will still be lusting after your car in another 50+ years. Sincerely, M.

  • @mountainmandale1587
    @mountainmandale15875 жыл бұрын

    I absolutely love the details. Being born in 1963, this is my all time favorite car.

  • @sdry
    @sdry6 жыл бұрын

    Hope someday I can say "this is the Corvette section of my garage" :D

  • @TheFRiNgEguitars
    @TheFRiNgEguitars8 жыл бұрын

    What a sweet car, a beautiful non-tricked restored/original driver, gorgeous in silver.

  • @mbasicmann

    @mbasicmann

    8 жыл бұрын

    +TheFRiNgEguitars I love the 63, but I could never find one I could afford, but I did buy a 66 Silver coupe and I love it. Not fuel injection since 65 was the last year for fuel injection, but a great 327/350 HP car that runs and rides like it did in 66. I keep it pure stock except tires. No cross bias tires today. Radials are much better.

  • @jonathanedwards2983
    @jonathanedwards29832 жыл бұрын

    My friend’s dad had two of these when I was in high school. I got to ride in his silver one and have been a fan since. Wish I could afford one, even if it was just driver quality. I couldn’t stand owning one and not driving it. Beautiful automobile.

  • @normansimon5937
    @normansimon5937 Жыл бұрын

    Split window is just great! Beautiful car. I remember touring the Corvette assembly line in St. Louis as a young kid and loving it. I think my eyes stayed big for several days after!! Thanks Jay for the great tour of your gem.

  • @recnepsgnitnarb6530
    @recnepsgnitnarb65303 жыл бұрын

    I'm not really a Chevy guy, but this is my favorite Chevy.

  • @rtz549
    @rtz54910 жыл бұрын

    This episode was really well done. I enjoyed all the finer details of the car.

  • @SteelyPaw
    @SteelyPaw6 жыл бұрын

    My brother in law had a 62, I loved the look of the dual head lights. One year he took it all apart to restore it, a great running car then and looked good too, but he never put it back together, and later sold in in boxes and the body that was down to bare fiberglass.

  • @foxrunfan
    @foxrunfan5 жыл бұрын

    I had the pleasure of meeting Larry Shinoda years after this car. What a gentleman

  • @RamblinAround
    @RamblinAround10 жыл бұрын

    Excellent car, one of the all-time best. Great video Jay.

  • @richardlavigna2482

    @richardlavigna2482

    6 жыл бұрын

    RamblinAround 1jjjjj

  • @Justacogg

    @Justacogg

    3 жыл бұрын

    This is a historic Corvette. I can imagine in the future this is a car that will keep the history alive for generations to come! Thank you Mr. Leno for your dedication to automotive history in the entire industry!

  • @pierpicturefineartframing3916

    @pierpicturefineartframing3916

    2 жыл бұрын

    U can really sense that Jay truly loves this one

  • @devonsam4297

    @devonsam4297

    2 жыл бұрын

    Instablaster

  • @jamesg4534
    @jamesg45343 жыл бұрын

    That paint is amazing. Never saw a silver car that presented that color so well. Also, best looking Corvette of them all.

  • @frankmelkert9503

    @frankmelkert9503

    3 жыл бұрын

    One of the most beautiful vettes ever made 63 to 66. Didn't Dennis Wilson have one of these with the 327 on one album cover and drove the crap right out of it

  • @brendas.1374
    @brendas.13742 жыл бұрын

    I freakin LUV C2 Corvettes!!! I have a restored 1967 L79 Coupe. It’s a 3-time NCRS top flight award winner.

  • @jensaarnaes150
    @jensaarnaes1503 жыл бұрын

    I remember riding my Stingray bike several miles to see one of these when they first came out. I was 6 and I thought it was beautiful. It still is.

  • @user-mm4je1sb9b
    @user-mm4je1sb9b6 жыл бұрын

    To this day... the most beautiful car ever!

  • @canadianclassics

    @canadianclassics

    5 жыл бұрын

    couldn't agree more check out the 64 corvette on my channel it has a LS3 in it the cleanest corvette I've ver seen

  • @fgb3126

    @fgb3126

    3 жыл бұрын

    Jaguar XK-E.

  • @insanityhelps2800

    @insanityhelps2800

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@fgb3126 that car is ugly

  • @mustang268

    @mustang268

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@insanityhelps2800 to you

  • @williammasotta5058
    @williammasotta50588 жыл бұрын

    hi Jay i also own a 63 split window and like you it was my dream car...last year i was 66 years old when i bought it and felt like a kid again..well after 4 corvettes previous to this one i had the money and one was available near me and i just had to buy it...it's such a great car thanks for sharing yours with me

  • @hugq14

    @hugq14

    6 жыл бұрын

    Salleez_1 357 Yeah, Jay looks really short!!

  • @dustinlewis24

    @dustinlewis24

    6 жыл бұрын

    william masotta if you want to sit there and talk about yourself why don't you make your own video let me tell you something Jay Leno doesn't read any of these comments

  • @classickruzer1

    @classickruzer1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Dustin -- You have no idea what Jay does....William Masota has something you'll never own .... too bad for you...

  • @duradim1

    @duradim1

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@dustinlewis24 a year later and people still think you are a butt.

  • @johnjenkins6547

    @johnjenkins6547

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@dustinlewis24 And a year later your still a walking talking two legged MORON!

  • @daveperry9911
    @daveperry9911 Жыл бұрын

    My father owned a 1965 Stingray that I loved riding in, but to me this is the Holy Grail of all American musclecars!

  • @waynekaminski5438
    @waynekaminski54382 жыл бұрын

    The degree of automotive innovation from the 1900's to the 1960's is mind-boggling!

  • @martentrudeau6948
    @martentrudeau69487 жыл бұрын

    I remember when this car was new, its a beautiful car and great Corvette car guy (McCluskey) and great show, thanks.

  • @genefortney9133
    @genefortney91338 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the ride in my favorite Corvette Jay!

  • @zanichbug
    @zanichbug5 жыл бұрын

    I like the fact that Leno spends his money restoring pieces of art.

  • @michaelmancini5773
    @michaelmancini57733 жыл бұрын

    talk about a timeless classic, what a masterpiece of art and engineering, an silver is the only color for that car.

  • @LDis1
    @LDis110 жыл бұрын

    Jay is the man. This is a great showing of his cars!

  • @BernardBorel
    @BernardBorel4 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely gorgeous car Jay. Stock (as it should be) and just absolutely beautiful! And I love the fact that you drive these vehicles. I just don’t understand cars locked up in a vault by some. Enjoy these things and do what they are meant for ... to drive! Thank you so much for sharing your passion with us.

  • @StringsUp58
    @StringsUp585 жыл бұрын

    I remember when my neighbor's uncle came home with a brand new one. I was in awe, it has always been my favorite year, even more than the '57.

  • @privatepilot4064
    @privatepilot40645 ай бұрын

    I bought a ‘63 Coupe in 1975 from a guy in Hanford, CA when I was in the Navy. It wasn’t a fuelie, but it was fast! One of my biggest regrets is selling it. Beautiful car Jay!

  • @10MinutestoRouletteFortune
    @10MinutestoRouletteFortune5 жыл бұрын

    Damn I love that silver color.

  • @tomquinn607
    @tomquinn6074 жыл бұрын

    Best looking Corvette ever. Perfect! Chevy should have kept the design like Porsche did with the 911.

  • @sidefx996
    @sidefx9964 жыл бұрын

    If that's not one of the most beautiful automobiles ever made then I don't know what is.

  • @stelthy100
    @stelthy1004 жыл бұрын

    Im happy that there are people out there that can afford to keep auto history alive I just cant help but wish i was one of them, Thank you Jay for sharing.

  • @7775Kevin
    @7775Kevin9 жыл бұрын

    I remember as a young kid that one of the tenants in my parent's apartment building had a Sting Ray, maybe a '64 or '65, can't be sure now. He worked at the local Chrysler plant and had swapped out the Chevy motor for a Dodge V8. Crazy. I just recall the engine being painted bright orange!

  • @charlestorruella8591

    @charlestorruella8591

    4 жыл бұрын

    Are you shure it wasnt a chevy motor there painted orange as well i have even use chevy orange on some dodge motors when i cant find the Chrysler orange

  • @chexlemeneux8790
    @chexlemeneux87905 жыл бұрын

    Start telling your friends all this useless info and they will leave lol Leno is a funny guy and truly a car guy , most guys that do what he does show their lack of knowledge instead Leno impresses me everytime with his knowledge especially with the really old cars even steam powered !

  • @quietguy1948
    @quietguy19485 жыл бұрын

    Best Corvettes EVER made... 1963 to 1967. My neighbors dad bought the first '63 convertible in our town, yellow, white top, black interior. 4 speed, 327, 300 hp. I was 16 and it drove my dreams till 2001 when I purchased a new white on white convertible. Was a disappointment, but I finally had my Corvette, lol. Great video, Jay, thank you.

  • @dennisbrown2571
    @dennisbrown257110 ай бұрын

    Mike, the restorer, can't stop smiling riding with Jay. The man loves his job and the cars!

  • @davesnothereman699
    @davesnothereman6993 жыл бұрын

    Jay I watch your show every morning while I have my coffee. I am in Boise Idaho, your show is great and I really enjoy how you go into the history of the cars and their makers. I think you should do an episode about the 1970s Fiat 500l, my father has two of them and they are an amazing little car.

  • @rueben44
    @rueben449 жыл бұрын

    Again great video with great information. That car can only be described by one word and that is STUNNING!

  • @captainbart
    @captainbart4 жыл бұрын

    as per the set-up description....Mike will make you think. Jay shows off a car he finds, buys, and hands to Mike. Remarkable exercise in car passion. During the drive, you finally capture the essence of these serious car guys.....along the way, Jay showcases Mike. His 'Vette knowledge deserves much exposure, to be sure. We covet the Jay denim. We love the shop wanderings, restoration up-dates, and especially, videos that introduce the Guys, who are blessed, to work at the Big Dog Garage. Mike takes this Split-Window, and parks it in your driveway.

  • @stephenjablonsky1941
    @stephenjablonsky19414 жыл бұрын

    Something that is truly beautiful never goes out of fashion.

  • @jedwalker10
    @jedwalker1010 жыл бұрын

    "This is kinda the Corvette section of the garage" lol I love how nonchalant he is about some things

  • @dallaswood4117

    @dallaswood4117

    4 жыл бұрын

    he says that crap every time. this is the ferrari section, this is the lamborghini section etc.

  • @yusufmustafa6769

    @yusufmustafa6769

    4 жыл бұрын

    Love this car

  • @gregorytimmons4777

    @gregorytimmons4777

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@dallaswood4117 Except Jay never says "This is the Ferrari section of my garage."

  • @dallaswood4117

    @dallaswood4117

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@gregorytimmons4777 i'm talking about in different videos

  • @albertflasher3533
    @albertflasher35334 жыл бұрын

    Definitely my favorite Corvette of all time!

  • @BEATNIKMACHINE
    @BEATNIKMACHINE4 жыл бұрын

    My dad loves your show so much and he is 71, all the love guy !

  • @danielhaapala7042
    @danielhaapala70424 жыл бұрын

    In the fall of 1962 I was a freshman in high school and loved watching westerns on TV. When the Bonanza series started, after the intro there was a Chevrolet commercial. It featured the new Corvette Sting Ray Coupe and Roadster on top of piers in Monument Valley Arizona with helicopter views from around the cars. They were the most beautiful cars I'd ever seen. To this day my deepest desire has been to own a 63 Vette coupe, I'll probably go to my grave lusting after it. Thank you Jay for bringing this iconic car back to life. If I win the lottery would you consider selling it? LOL :)

  • @pivkaaa
    @pivkaaa7 жыл бұрын

    I managed to get over the looks to realize it sounds great :)

  • @brandonbanbury824
    @brandonbanbury8245 жыл бұрын

    This is truly my dream car. I don’t wish to own a Lamborghini, new mustang, new Camaro, hell car, or even the doge demon, but instead a c2 corvette. I don’t care how much faster the new ones are, I just want to be able to drive it and feel it. When I’m older and I finish my college, my dream is to own one, keep it in the garage, drive it on weekends, and keep it in the family.

  • @BTom16
    @BTom165 жыл бұрын

    The smile on Mike McCluskey during the driving portion is like a teleporter to a perfect California day driving twisty mountain roads in an amazing car. This video does a brilliant job of capturing the passion of a car guy. Thank you for the wonderful content.

  • @Clearanceman2
    @Clearanceman24 жыл бұрын

    Really happy that Jay is a car guy and is willing to share them with us.

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