Jack doesn't have the fastest car in the school parking lot, but it's definitely the coolest. Great to see the kid take an interest in it and make it better.
@@truckerdave2060 im sure he did, i would've got jay to sign my dashboard too. I was joking around thinking "now Jay's gotta be fair and let Jack drive of one of his cars now!" Lol. Jack would be sweating bullets at all the different choices of engineering excellence.
@@billgee02 That was the 428 SCJ Cobra Jet that couldn't pass gas stations. The 429 SCJ had the same problem.It's amazing how fuel injection and overdrive automatics have improved fuel mileage. We can run a perfect 14.7 to 1 air/fuel ratio most of the time.
A lot of people wouldn't give a 15 year old kid the time of day but Jay welcomes the kid into his shop, treats the kid with respect and talks to him as a friend. I appreciate that.
and that is so sad... simply behaving like a decent human gets people like you fawning with amazement. This behavior used to be the rule, not the exception
Good news! Jack is currently at McPherson College studying Automotive Restoration. He still has this car and enjoys it daily! I am extremely thankful to know him and he is a fantastic person to hang out with. (I am his roommate at school)
Yes they do. Love people like Jay, Derek @ VGG and others that do their best to save automotive history and get the younger guys and gals interested in doing the same.
@@albertwesker2283 but there's nothing like your 1st car - and I say this as a 19 year old. Sure, my '08 Hyundai i10 is a shitbox, but I love it because it's my first, can't ever replace that.
My favorite bit of Jay's talk -- "Mustangs never looked right with a headrest on them [on top of the seat]. I like this look to it! Oh sure, you'll snap your neck and be in a wheelchair for the rest of your life but it looks better!" 😂 🤣 I hope the kid's mother doesn't hear that!
When i was 14 my Dad told me he would match every dollar i could earn and save towards my first car. I lied and told a burger joint i was 16 so they would hire me, i saved up $1500. My first car was a beautiful 69 Mach 1, we paid $4500 for it in 1980. My advice to that kid would be to NEVER sell that car, you will regret it if you do. I miss you Dad.
My family was in the Model A Club and I heard too many stories of “the Car I Should Have Never Sold”. So about 1985, I bought my ‘65 Mustang, V8, Auto trans with Factory Air. My air conditioner had the old Ford Shield logo on the face plate, so I knew his was after market…
Jay is a class act. I'm blown away that he featured this young man and his car on his show. we need more of our youth getting involved in the car culture.
unfortunately one reason kids aren't into them is all in what he says he spent on restoring it- twelve grand. Hot rods are a rich old man's game. Thanks for nothing, government and Detroit.
Jay Leno is the reason for young people to get a classic car. He treats you like he is your grandpa telling you why you should and shouldnt buy an old car. Thanks Jay the new generation needs you
And look how he enters the scene. It's like "look at me ni***s, I'm the king of this street". I like how he talks, but the entrance was not even close to humble
Jack is an impressive ,well spoken young man ands it’s certainly nice to see him carry on the vintage car hobby . It’s so nice to see Jay feature his car and all the work he’s done .
Jay, thank you for showing Jack the greatest respect in the world. Today you've changed his life forever. Its amazing that someone with your status would take the time to be so authentic and interested in him and encouraging. You truly are a class act.
@Jack Mintz AWESOME!! :) The point Jay was making at 16:52 when he mentions "some kid's first car is a Lamborghini that their dad bought them", you KNOW what your car is worth to you, and it's ALREADY a GREAT investment for your future. Just take care of it and yourself and hopefully Jay will be the ONLY other person you ever let drive it! :)
Someday we’re all gonna realize Jay is one of the best humans we know. NEVER talks down to anybody, always gives the guest their due. Never patronizing, doesn’t matter your sex, race, ethnicity or in this case age. Jay treats you the same. Like a car person.
Well, he did say the six cylinder engine in the kid's car was marketed to women. His jealous friends are going to watch this video and say 'Jay Leno says your car has a girl motor". That will sort of sting, but then at the end of the school day that sweet Mustang is going to be waiting in the parking lot for him.
@@pete1729 - the Ford straight six is a very reliable engine! Only one head gasket, etc! Great bottom end torque. That's no girly engine! I bet he can squawk those tires with that engine.
@@pete1729 if that had been me back in the day, and the boys said “oh your car was marketed for women”, I would have said “yeah, and that’s why a version later became one of the most iconic cars in movies, made famous by a man named STEVE MCQUEEN in BULLIT....soooo.....there’s that....”
More to your point, there used to be a local broadcasting legend named Huell Howser that also treated anyone he talked to with the same easy going attitude. Never condescending, just as a curious person. If you showed an enthusiasm for a subject, whether it be a pot of mud or Yosemite falls, it didn't matter, he wanted you to share your story. Good job Mr. Leno.
The kid's a punk who hasn't done any of the work himself or paid for any of the work himself. ...I did both when I bought my '58 Chevy at 14. Next time the show should feature someone more deserving instead of this commercial spot paid for by the rich lawyer dad. GROSS!!! Now you know how someone could give this a thumbs down. You just need to pay attention to what you're watching. Then maybe you'll get it...unless you're THIS kid...then you won't.
@@houseofthediamond8191 So let me get this straight, you think bad of the kid because his dad is a lawyer with no interest in cars. Hmmm. Honestly, IMO this kid has as much street cred as a kid whose father is a mechanic who shaped his interest and "helped" him rebuild an entire car "himself."
@@houseofthediamond8191 a punk ? you are missing the point of the show . It is for car People hosted by THE car person . So if he was some Rich actor or sports star who had all the money in the world to restore a car that would be ok ? Maybe you are just an troll looking to argue but if you are serious you are the punk !
@@luciusthegreat5569 And ironically, Jay himself is rich enough to employ four of his own specialist technicians to do the heavy lifting on his many restoration projects, and I don't know of _anyone_ who thinks badly of Jay for doing that.
@@houseofthediamond8191 He hasn't done any of the work himself? Did you even watch the video (ironic really since you said "you need to pay attention to what you're watching)? He said he did the wiring and not everyone knows exactly how to work on a car to the smallest detail at 14. Cut the kid some slack its not 1972 anymore, you can't buy a classic car on a minimum wage budget unless you want a complete rust bucket that doesn't run or drive.
This may be my favorite episode ever. Do more like this Jay. Would be great for Jay/NBC to provide "restoration scholarships" of $5k-$10k to young owners to help them continue improving their cars - then come back in a year or two to see how they did.
Every time someone took off with one of my Corvettes, another person would say that very same thing. If you could have seen the look on your face.. 62,66,..or my 68, the look on your face!????
Jay, In 1964, I was seventeen years of age. I was driving a Model A Ford to high school and was to go to San Jose State College the following year. My father did not want me to commute to San Jose in my old Ford, and asked me if I wanted to go look at a new Mustang. Every Ford dealer had just one for display. Griswold and Wright Ford in Modesto, Harry Lafayette was the salesman. Dad said i could order the small V8, which was a 260 at the time. I did order the four-speed, tinted glass, AM radio, accent package, (Wire hub caps, like Jack's, pinstripe only on the sides, no fake chrome scoop). Poppy red was the color. Seven weeks for delivery, the longest seven weeks of my life. About four weeks into it, we were notified the 260 had been discontinued and I would have to settle for the new 289 (darn...). Then on the sixth week, Harry Lafayette called and asked dad and I if we wanted to watch my car being built at the Ford Plant in Fremont, California. Very interesting day. They had four hundred Mustangs in various stages on the line, turning out four hundred a day. They had such computer cards and could Identify my car on the line. My car finally arrived in Modesto. I was the seventh person in Modesto to get a Mustang.I drove that car all through college, put 88k miles on it and sold it for $1100. I forgot to mention, the base price of the Mustang I ordered was $2368, all the extras, delivery and tax, it came to $2902. I felt good, at seventy-four now, to watch the video on Jack Mintz. Seems like a nice young man. if he has any questions, he can write to me at tatoyanr@yahoo.com Richard Tatoyan
Why? What did he do other than be born into a wealthy family? Dad paid for everything and he did almost no sweat equity into the car. Anyone with money can go buy a cool car:
@@austinformedude true, but it does take a certain amount of class to be rich and famous and not come off as a dousche. If I make it to being rich and famous I hope I am a good enough guy to carry an air like Jay does.
Jack is my hero! My dad let me purchase my first car to restore when I was 15. We learned a ton and made a lot of great memories wandering around junk yards for parts, learning to weld, etc. None of my 3 kids showed much interest in working on cars while they were growing up, but I haven't given up hope yet. Bravo for featuring this great young man, Jay.
Oh my god! Here comes this precocious young man, who is young and intelligent, and boom, all my illusions of youth for you and me were shattered . . . and that's OK. Thank goodness for industrious youngsters like Jack Mintz I hope he is able to cherish this iconic Mustang until he's our age or even older. Then, In 2075, the car will be 110 years old, and we will be . . . gone. Thanks Jack and Jay.
Jay, One of the BEST episodes you’ve ever done. Great to see you recognizing young kids like Jack. Cars bring people together from all walks of life. Jack will remember the time you spent with him forever. Well done !!
Gosh. I remember 30 years ago when I turned 16....and I’m sure others can go even further of course, but there’s so much life ahead, and my point in all this is for some reason after watching this I just want this young man to have a good one, may the days come easy for him on down the road...
Kudos to you, Jay for giving young Mr. Mintz and his exceptionally nice 56 year-old Mustang this moment in the Sun and best wishes for Mr. Mintz's future.
I will bet young Mintz's dad is so pleased to see his son with Jay and watch how great his demeanor is with Jay. Also, I note this young man is not starting out going the muscle way, rather a simple solution for his first car while still in school. I am more impressed (as a father) with this young man than his first vehicle. Jay deserves some serious kudos for "balancing" his program via presentations such as this!
This is a very humbling experience for that young man, to get a chance to meet Jay Leno at his garage and have him talk about your car, it doesn’t get any better than that.
„Were you worried, when I was driving it? Well, no… actually yes, I was!” 🙃 That’s my boy! Great episode, seeing our own passion in the youngest ones. Thanks, Jay!
This one of the best video's on this channel!! It shows that Jay is such a great guy. This (great) kid is never gonna forget this! Well done Jay & Jack 👏👏👏👏
Jay Leno may very well be the nicest guy on earth! Them two were kicking the can down the road together like old pals who had known each other there whole lives!
I remember an old HOT ROD magazine cover that said "6 in a row will go" and it always amazed me what you can do with a 6 or a 4 cylinder to make it feel good. Great car for this young man.
Congrats to Jack...and the Grandparents! I loved my '65 Six! LOVED IT! Jay having Jack on is the whole reason why Jay is such a Legend & the REAL car-guy deal! This is my new favorite episode!
So cool! Seeing this young guy fix up an old Mustang. Kudo's to both of you. Jack for going this route and Jay for showing us this young man and his car. 👍
I love the innocence and reserved nature of this young man. The shirt was a prefect choice on his part, living the California life! I would like more videos like this one.
this episode really made me smile. I was so young when I would talk non-stop about classic cars, mind you Dad was a car guy. I remember getting excited seeing a 66 Fairlane dead and rusty in a field near my school, dreamed about that being a project! years later have had quite a few classics. So much better as a kid to be interested in cars and spending your money that way then just sitting on the couch playing mindcraft all day long.
I think that’s what made him so endearing to me watching this....I saw a little of myself in his mannerisms talking with Jay. Just a wonderful little video.
Jack is a great young man with a sense of purpose and I’m convinced will head towards a great career in the automotive industry. Whilst ultimately that may be with hybrid, electric or hydrogen powered vehicles it will be an extremely worthwhile career and he deserves it. Congratulations Jack you’ve made an excellent start and I really hope you achieve and meet your expectations. I’m also sure Mum and Dad will enjoy watching your progress good luck.
LOVE this video. Best JLG segment in a while. What a great kid. So awesome of Jay to put his money where his mouth is about actually giving to the next generation
This was cool. You the man Jay! The look on that kids face when you drove off was priceless! I wonder if he’s trying to find the keys to that GT 350 right right now! Haaa love it
This is some awesome stuff! It just warms my heart to see young people taking interest in vintage classic cars and other collectibles. We need more of this. After all, who's going to take possession of all of our old collectibles when we check out? Jack has a great future ahead of him.
I met Jay, twice in 1999 within 45 minutes of each other. First at his studio and then at Carl's JR soon after. Pretty sure he was wearing that same shirt and the car he was driving was in the background of this video. I made a terrible joke at Carl's. He was and remains a class act. You LA car guys know what a cool guy Jay is. I appreciate the vids.
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Jack doesn't have the fastest car in the school parking lot, but it's definitely the coolest. Great to see the kid take an interest in it and make it better.
Not to mention he got to meet Jay Leno and let Jay drive his car. He's the coolest kid in that School. I hope Jay showed him around the garage.
The old joke used to be "my mustang passes everything on the road .... except gas stations" - lol
@@truckerdave2060 im sure he did, i would've got jay to sign my dashboard too. I was joking around thinking "now Jay's gotta be fair and let Jack drive of one of his cars now!" Lol. Jack would be sweating bullets at all the different choices of engineering excellence.
@@billgee02 That was the 428 SCJ Cobra Jet that couldn't pass gas stations. The 429 SCJ had the same problem.It's amazing how fuel injection and overdrive automatics have improved fuel mileage. We can run a perfect 14.7 to 1 air/fuel ratio most of the time.
Jack looks maybe 12 years old.
A lot of people wouldn't give a 15 year old kid the time of day but Jay welcomes the kid into his shop, treats the kid with respect and talks to him as a friend. I appreciate that.
and that is so sad... simply behaving like a decent human gets people like you fawning with amazement. This behavior used to be the rule, not the exception
@@cryvsspy true 😊
Yeah, I was thinking the same, just a nice kid. I bet his parents are very proud of him!
yeah how much did daddy pay j for his kid to meet j
@@Richierich1285 $500. for a week day and $750. for Saturday or Sunday.
That young man will never forget this ! Nice of you to have him on your show !
40 years from now he will be interviewed as the man who met Jay in person
Soo true!
Jay is rich and famous enough to be anything and he chooses to be a nice guy. What a role model for other celebs he is!
Exactly :)
You need to be rich and famous to choose to be nice? Well I guess that explains the problems in society
Just forget what he did to stay on the tonight show
He is the best. A good role model also.
@@christophezecheru5440 I wouldn't say that, if you forgot what he did to get the tonight show back.
What a polite young man. He’s going places in life. I’d love to see an update on him in 5 years
True
Yep I agree I hope Jay invites him back soon👍
you cant convince me that he's a new generation greaser.
Agreed!
Good news! Jack is currently at McPherson College studying Automotive Restoration. He still has this car and enjoys it daily! I am extremely thankful to know him and he is a fantastic person to hang out with. (I am his roommate at school)
Love this. The car industry needs people like Jay getting young people excited about them.
Yes they do. Love people like Jay, Derek @ VGG and others that do their best to save automotive history and get the younger guys and gals interested in doing the same.
No matter what the age. You are either into cars or not
A feller needs a good old ride to take care of. Plus it might just be profitable🏎
Jay is a car guy not an angry old man with a cool car.
agreed!
The look of worry on the boy's face as Jay drives his Stang out - he doesn't realize where he's standing...perfect!
I think if Jay wrecked his car, he would have enough money to buy the kid another one just better
@@albertwesker2283 there are somethings money can’t buy. A new one can’t replace the time and effort spent getting the car right.
@@albertwesker2283 but there's nothing like your 1st car - and I say this as a 19 year old. Sure, my '08 Hyundai i10 is a shitbox, but I love it because it's my first, can't ever replace that.
@@drewp.weiner2473 I get it
How could you not have picked up on that look. Lmao.
Jay
Be careful.
Once again, Mr. Leno earns my admiration for taking the time to talk to, and encourage the young man.
Truly a decent person.
My favorite bit of Jay's talk --
"Mustangs never looked right with a headrest on them [on top of the seat]. I like this look to it! Oh sure, you'll snap your neck and be in a wheelchair for the rest of your life but it looks better!"
😂 🤣
I hope the kid's mother doesn't hear that!
When i was 14 my Dad told me he would match every dollar i could earn and save towards my first car. I lied and told a burger joint i was 16 so they would hire me, i saved up $1500. My first car was a beautiful 69 Mach 1, we paid $4500 for it in 1980. My advice to that kid would be to NEVER sell that car, you will regret it if you do. I miss you Dad.
My dream car that I’ll probably never own. Unless I want to throw way 60k. Over priced.
@@casualmmafan6464 You can get one for less than that, unless you want a 428CJ
My dad gave me a 1947 Dodge. Still have it...
My family was in the Model A Club and I heard too many stories of “the Car I Should Have Never Sold”. So about 1985, I bought my ‘65 Mustang, V8, Auto trans with Factory Air. My air conditioner had the old Ford Shield logo on the face plate, so I knew his was after market…
Jay is a class act. I'm blown away that he featured this young man and his car on his show. we need more of our youth getting involved in the car culture.
He totally is
The kid probably reminded Jay of himself when he was a kid.
Kudos to Jay for inviting Jack on his show and featuring his car. It's reassuring to see that today's youth are into these cars.
Yeah. We need new blood to keep the hobby alive. Jay should feature more kids like Jack.
@@colonelkabob5321 That's an excellent idea.
unfortunately one reason kids aren't into them is all in what he says he spent on restoring it- twelve grand. Hot rods are a rich old man's game. Thanks for nothing, government and Detroit.
great job jay , nice to see a car anyone can afford that also owned by a young guy ,love it !!!!!!!!!!!
that's one kid...
Jay treated that young'un like an equal. Jay created a new fan for life now. 👍👍👍
Agreed!
Jay is always a class act and a hella great human.
Agreed
He really is, a blessing
I was waiting for Jay to hand Jack a scholarship to the restoration school that Jay mentioned. Damnit Jay, get with the program. LOL
How come so many people hate him? And say he stole the job from Conan O’Brien???
@@imcool7481 so many? you and who else?
Jay Leno is the reason for young people to get a classic car. He treats you like he is your grandpa telling you why you should and shouldnt buy an old car. Thanks Jay the new generation needs you
Jay Leno might just be one of the nicest human beings around. This is just so great.
truly
I love how humble this kid is about his cool car. He appreciates it and doesn't flaunt.
And look how he enters the scene. It's like "look at me ni***s, I'm the king of this street". I like how he talks, but the entrance was not even close to humble
Jack seems like a great Kid. Well done Jay to have him on. Happy for him!
Great job Jay, that young man is never gonna forget the time he spent with you. Kudos to you for continuing to inspire the next generation.
LoL the kids face when you are taking his baby away!!! Priceless!!!
The longest 20 minutes in Jacks Life, waiting to see Jay return with his car.
Hahaha! I wonder if Covid restrictions prevented them from riding together...
@@bixgomez2839 yes
Been there and know that feeling all to well😅
@James Smith Yeah, I think the kid would come out ahead if Jay crashed the car haha.
hahahahahahahah
Jack is an impressive ,well spoken young man ands it’s certainly nice to see him carry on the vintage car hobby . It’s so nice to see Jay feature his car and all the work he’s done .
Yes!
Jay, thank you for showing Jack the greatest respect in the world. Today you've changed his life forever. Its amazing that someone with your status would take the time to be so authentic and interested in him and encouraging. You truly are a class act.
What a great post. My thoughts exactly mate.
I love the fact that this kid bought this car and fixed it up! His Grandparents inspired him! That's Great!
What ever this kid does for a living I'd be interested in if he's hiring.
I am sure his rich lawyer parents helped…a lot.
@Jack Mintz ignore the haters Jack. Very cool car!
@Jack Mintz AWESOME!! :) The point Jay was making at 16:52 when he mentions "some kid's first car is a Lamborghini that their dad bought them", you KNOW what your car is worth to you, and it's ALREADY a GREAT investment for your future. Just take care of it and yourself and hopefully Jay will be the ONLY other person you ever let drive it! :)
@Jack Mintz I think you're a awesome car guy and I hope all your dreams come true this is from a 60yo grandfather
The car’s value went up now the Jack has video proof Jay Leno drove his car. I really like how Jay encourages young people.
Seriously!
Jay is so humble he relates so well to everyone
agreed
Someday we’re all gonna realize Jay is one of the best humans we know. NEVER talks down to anybody, always gives the guest their due. Never patronizing, doesn’t matter your sex, race, ethnicity or in this case age. Jay treats you the same. Like a car person.
Well, he did say the six cylinder engine in the kid's car was marketed to women. His jealous friends are going to watch this video and say 'Jay Leno says your car has a girl motor". That will sort of sting, but then at the end of the school day that sweet Mustang is going to be waiting in the parking lot for him.
@@pete1729 - the Ford straight six is a very reliable engine! Only one head gasket, etc! Great bottom end torque. That's no girly engine! I bet he can squawk those tires with that engine.
Unless your name is Conan
@@pete1729 if that had been me back in the day, and the boys said “oh your car was marketed for women”, I would have said “yeah, and that’s why a version later became one of the most iconic cars in movies, made famous by a man named STEVE MCQUEEN in BULLIT....soooo.....there’s that....”
More to your point, there used to be a local broadcasting legend named Huell Howser that also treated anyone he talked to with the same easy going attitude. Never condescending, just as a curious person. If you showed an enthusiasm for a subject, whether it be a pot of mud or Yosemite falls, it didn't matter, he wanted you to share your story. Good job Mr. Leno.
I don’t know how anyone can give this a thumbs down? Jay is such a humble and caring guy.
The kid's a punk who hasn't done any of the work himself or paid for any of the work himself. ...I did both when I bought my '58 Chevy at 14. Next time the show should feature someone more deserving instead of this commercial spot paid for by the rich lawyer dad. GROSS!!! Now you know how someone could give this a thumbs down. You just need to pay attention to what you're watching. Then maybe you'll get it...unless you're THIS kid...then you won't.
@@houseofthediamond8191 So let me get this straight, you think bad of the kid because his dad is a lawyer with no interest in cars. Hmmm.
Honestly, IMO this kid has as much street cred as a kid whose father is a mechanic who shaped his interest and "helped" him rebuild an entire car "himself."
@@houseofthediamond8191 a punk ? you are missing the point of the show . It is for car People hosted by THE car person . So if he was some Rich actor or sports star who had all the money in the world to restore a car that would be ok ? Maybe you are just an troll looking to argue but if you are serious you are the punk !
@@luciusthegreat5569 And ironically, Jay himself is rich enough to employ four of his own specialist technicians to do the heavy lifting on his many restoration projects, and I don't know of _anyone_ who thinks badly of Jay for doing that.
@@houseofthediamond8191 He hasn't done any of the work himself? Did you even watch the video (ironic really since you said "you need to pay attention to what you're watching)? He said he did the wiring and not everyone knows exactly how to work on a car to the smallest detail at 14. Cut the kid some slack its not 1972 anymore, you can't buy a classic car on a minimum wage budget unless you want a complete rust bucket that doesn't run or drive.
This may be my favorite episode ever. Do more like this Jay. Would be great for Jay/NBC to provide "restoration scholarships" of $5k-$10k to young owners to help them continue improving their cars - then come back in a year or two to see how they did.
Any dislike of this video is just kids from his school wishing they could be like Jack.
Unfortunately old guy shitted on him. Unbelievable
lol exactly
Jack is a cool and polite kid. Respect to him for having his first car at 14 and working. Proud of him he is gonna make it in life
That is one earnest kid... I hope he pursues his dreams with great success. And just so we're being clear - that is a beautiful car.
The look on Jack's face when Jay took his car for a ride without him. Priceless.
Every time someone took off with one of my Corvettes, another person would say that very same thing. If you could have seen the look on your face..
62,66,..or my 68, the look on your face!????
Jay is the coolest. This young man will remember this forever.
Jay, not only was featuring this young man and his car a class act, so was the respect you showed him. Hats off!
Yes!
Jay, In 1964, I was seventeen years of age. I was driving a Model A Ford to high school and was to go to San Jose State College the following year. My father did not want me to commute to San Jose in my old Ford, and asked me if I wanted to go look at a new Mustang. Every Ford dealer had just one for display. Griswold and Wright Ford in Modesto, Harry Lafayette was the salesman. Dad said i could order the small V8, which was a 260 at the time. I did order the four-speed, tinted glass, AM radio, accent package, (Wire hub caps, like Jack's, pinstripe only on the sides, no fake chrome scoop). Poppy red was the color. Seven weeks for delivery, the longest seven weeks of my life.
About four weeks into it, we were notified the 260 had been discontinued and I would have to settle for the new 289 (darn...). Then on the sixth week, Harry Lafayette called and asked dad and I if we wanted to watch my car being built at the Ford Plant in Fremont, California. Very interesting day. They had four hundred Mustangs in various stages on the line, turning out four hundred a day. They had such computer cards and could Identify my car on the line.
My car finally arrived in Modesto. I was the seventh person in Modesto to get a Mustang.I drove that car all through college, put 88k miles on it and sold it for $1100. I forgot to mention, the base price of the Mustang I ordered was $2368, all the extras, delivery and tax, it came to $2902.
I felt good, at seventy-four now, to watch the video on Jack Mintz. Seems like a nice young man. if he has any questions, he can write to me at tatoyanr@yahoo.com
Richard Tatoyan
I’m sure this kid got a full tour of Jay’s garage. What more could you ask for a young car enthusiast?!?!
I'd be honored just to sweep the floor.
He could have asked for a scholarship to one of those automotive schools Jay mentioned by name!
@@seanseanseanseansean no doubt jay would put a good word in. Or the school can just look at this video
Jay is such a great role model!
Why? What did he do other than be born into a wealthy family? Dad paid for everything and he did almost no sweat equity into the car. Anyone with money can go buy a cool car:
@@austinformedude true, but it does take a certain amount of class to be rich and famous and not come off as a dousche. If I make it to being rich and famous I hope I am a good enough guy to carry an air like Jay does.
@@austinformedude the kids said he paid for most of it and did some of the work himself.
Wow. How cool would it have been to have this car as a teenager AND show it to Jay Leno on his show.
So cool to see jay interacting with the young folks.
Nothing is more exciting than to see old cars being used and enjoyed.
Jack is my hero! My dad let me purchase my first car to restore when I was 15. We learned a ton and made a lot of great memories wandering around junk yards for parts, learning to weld, etc. None of my 3 kids showed much interest in working on cars while they were growing up, but I haven't given up hope yet. Bravo for featuring this great young man, Jay.
This proves that all kids don't have their heads buried in their phones. GREAT job Jay. Thanks for getting the young guys into the hobby. SUPER!!!!!
Haha! Ain't that the thruth.
Not just phones, but video games, TV and now Virtual Reality
This young man proves future humanity definitely has hope.
Daddy's money well spent
@@Technically_Working RUclips comment champ right here ladies and gentlemen.
Oh my god! Here comes this precocious young man, who is young and intelligent, and boom, all my illusions of youth for you and me were shattered . . . and that's OK. Thank goodness for industrious youngsters like Jack Mintz I hope he is able to cherish this iconic Mustang until he's our age or even older. Then, In 2075, the car will be 110 years old, and we will be . . . gone. Thanks Jack and Jay.
Great to see a kid into cars. Mustangs had an iconic cultural impact, hitting the market with a force you don't see anymore. Cool car!
i cant even imagine how nervous he must be
He did great. I would be fumbling my words if with Leno or being recorded. Both at the same time I would be catatonic.
@@Lost_in_southern_california same
Damn I’d be nervous!
I was supposed, I would have been so nervous !
And watching Jay driving away in his baby🥲
This is why I love Jay. This made this kids year, and not to mention he’s got a beautiful car. Well done! 👍🏻
Jay’s own teen reflection was really fantastic! I loved how much understanding and appreciation he had for Jack. Two great guys in this video!
Agreed
Jay, One of the BEST episodes you’ve ever done. Great to see you recognizing young kids like Jack. Cars bring people together from all walks of life. Jack will remember the time you spent with him forever. Well done !!
A teenager who can string a sentence together is a wonderful thing!
Didn’t see him check his phone once.
AND look at a grown up while speaking?
G.T. 350 was a nice touch
as Jay pulled away.
Totally..I kinda got goosebumps hearing that GT say, "hey little guy..welcome to the house!"
an incredibly mature and thoughtful young man! Well done!
Jack did great on the show!
Jay Leno is a true Legend
May be the best episode ..the future of classic cars looks promising, and Jay is masterful in his support of this young man
Gosh. I remember 30 years ago when I turned 16....and I’m sure others can go even further of course, but there’s so much life ahead, and my point in all this is for some reason after watching this I just want this young man to have a good one, may the days come easy for him on down the road...
I wish him the same and you a long healthy life.
Problem is 'Spanner Addiction' is lifelong with no known cure.
Kudos to you, Jay for giving young Mr. Mintz and his exceptionally nice 56 year-old Mustang this moment in the Sun and best wishes for Mr. Mintz's future.
I will bet young Mintz's dad is so pleased to see his son with Jay and watch how great his demeanor is with Jay. Also, I note this young man is not starting out going the muscle way, rather a simple solution for his first car while still in school. I am more impressed (as a father) with this young man than his first vehicle. Jay deserves some serious kudos for "balancing" his program via presentations such as this!
Jay always treats people with the utmost respect no matter what!
As long as you're wearing socks. :P
Yes!
Ditto to all the positive comments...Jay responded to this young enthusiast in the same way he does to every other car nut... good stuff!
This is a very humbling experience for that young man, to get a chance to meet Jay Leno at his garage and have him talk about your car, it doesn’t get any better than that.
Jack says to Jay: “Since you drove my car, I wanna drive one of yours. Like that F-1 parked over there”.
I was thinking that shelby 350 they showed as he was leaving
I wouldn't touch the F-1...I'd grab the Galaxie 500! Love that car.
Yeah because I wanted my parents to buy me a McLaren but they bought me this crappy Mustang instead 🤣
I'd love to drive his Firebird Sprint.
He better ask his lawyer father if that's even a good idea
What a nice young man. Well done Jack! You have a lot to be proud of.
„Were you worried, when I was driving it? Well, no… actually yes, I was!” 🙃 That’s my boy! Great episode, seeing our own passion in the youngest ones. Thanks, Jay!
hahahah
So important to encourage the young. Nice job Jay from Australia!
Yess!
Jack and Jay did a great job on this. Makes me happy seeing Jay talk to a young man interested in a great car. Thanks Mr.Leno.
From one Jack to another, GREAT JOB!!! Young man starting off on the right foot!!!
The value of the car just jumped by $2K
Maybe more just cuz of jay
@@enz0368 yea, that’s my point
@@artagain8977 add COVID tax and inflation, good sellers market. Made a few bucks on my truck
If he's smart he'll get Jay to sign it.
Would have been nice if Jack had gone along for the ride.
I can't imagine doing what he did at 14 years old. Amazing.
congradulations jack you picked a great car to get into the hobby with.....enjoy it...
What a great young man. Super that Jay had him on this show, made my day.
This one of the best video's on this channel!! It shows that Jay is such a great guy. This (great) kid is never gonna forget this! Well done Jay & Jack 👏👏👏👏
Great to see you talking with Jack with respect as an equal. Jay, you're such a gentleman.
Agreed!
Jay Leno may very well be the nicest guy on earth! Them two were kicking the can down the road together like old pals who had known each other there whole lives!
This young man has an awesome future ahead of him. His parents must be very proud of him.
Agreed!
Props to Jack for leaving the six in it. Great job and you'll have many more years to work on and enjoy your Mustang!
I like this kind of kids, everybody now is on their ipad and computers playing games. Nice to see young kids like old classic cars. 👍🏻
HP on the 200 cubic inch was 120. Had a '66 in '68. Great car. Great memories.
What a great young guy. And props to Jay for including everyone on the show.
Agreed!
Leno is a Legend, National Hero, & True Comedian; All around great guy
I remember an old HOT ROD magazine cover that said "6 in a row will go" and it always amazed me what you can do with a 6 or a 4 cylinder to make it feel good. Great car for this young man.
Congrats to Jack...and the Grandparents! I loved my '65 Six! LOVED IT! Jay having Jack on is the whole reason why Jay is such a Legend & the REAL car-guy deal! This is my new favorite episode!
So cool! Seeing this young guy fix up an old Mustang. Kudo's to both of you. Jack for going this route and Jay for showing us this young man and his car. 👍
I love the innocence and reserved nature of this young man. The shirt was a prefect choice on his part, living the California life! I would like more videos like this one.
this episode really made me smile. I was so young when I would talk non-stop about classic cars, mind you Dad was a car guy. I remember getting excited seeing a 66 Fairlane dead and rusty in a field near my school, dreamed about that being a project! years later have had quite a few classics. So much better as a kid to be interested in cars and spending your money that way then just sitting on the couch playing mindcraft all day long.
He’s looking up and thinking, “I can’t believe that Jay Leno is driving my car.” He only knows Jay as America’s Car curator.
No. He's looking up thinking, oh I've just given my baby to some old man! Will she be safe :-)
This kid is like straight out of the Goonies. Reminds me of how every 80s kid was portrayed in movies growing up. Love it!
I think that’s what made him so endearing to me watching this....I saw a little of myself in his mannerisms talking with Jay. Just a wonderful little video.
yea I thought it was a rerun.
Yeah you should have seen his hair before he cut it. Totally out of the goonies
He definitely seems like he’s from another generation... can tell the parents raised him right.
I love seeing a young fella like this. It's guys like him that will keep our hobby going after we are long gone.
Thank you mr. Leno for inviting this great young classic car lover.
Jack is a great young man with a sense of purpose and I’m convinced will head towards a great career in the automotive industry. Whilst ultimately that may be with hybrid, electric or hydrogen powered vehicles it will be an extremely worthwhile career and he deserves it. Congratulations Jack you’ve made an excellent start and I really hope you achieve and meet your expectations. I’m also sure Mum and Dad will enjoy watching your progress good luck.
I was grinning the whole time through this episode. That was great. Just 2 guys hangin' out
Best episode in a long time. You're awesome, Jack!
Jay, you just made a difference in that kids life!
Jack, you are great. What a great job with your Mustang. Enjoy every mile.
The young man has his head on straight, Wish him well in the pursuit of automotive career.
which will be electric...
agreed
LOVE this video. Best JLG segment in a while. What a great kid. So awesome of Jay to put his money where his mouth is about actually giving to the next generation
Bravo Jack and cheers to Jay for being a good guy for recognizing the young guy. Totally loved this episode.
Yes!
This was cool. You the man Jay! The look on that kids face when you drove off was priceless! I wonder if he’s trying to find the keys to that GT 350 right right now! Haaa love it
This is some awesome stuff! It just warms my heart to see young people taking interest in vintage classic cars and other collectibles. We need more of this. After all, who's going to take possession of all of our old collectibles when we check out? Jack has a great future ahead of him.
I met Jay, twice in 1999 within 45 minutes of each other. First at his studio and then at Carl's JR soon after. Pretty sure he was wearing that same shirt and the car he was driving was in the background of this video. I made a terrible joke at Carl's. He was and remains a class act. You LA car guys know what a cool guy Jay is. I appreciate the vids.
I ran into him twice at Pebble Beach. He is as nice a person as you would ever wish to meet.