ICON Mercury Electric | Jay Leno's Garage

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Jonathan Ward is back with his latest Derelict, and this one is fully electric but still wonderfully retro!
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@stanschmenge1965 Жыл бұрын

“Without the right client, my stupid ideas just keep me up at night”. Perfect quote for anyone that builds custom stuff.

@kirstenspencer3630 Жыл бұрын

I'm stealin' that line and putting it on my business card......I stay awake a lot at night....get most of my " work " done at 3:30 AM

@kingtut5923 Жыл бұрын

@@kirstenspencer3630 I used to now \i just sleep

@andycapo9you Жыл бұрын

I feel that too

@katana258 Жыл бұрын

meaning more $$ then brains

@dadgarage7966 Жыл бұрын

@@katana258 Oh come on. The Icon $2K leather jacket $11.5K watch are darn stylish and good value.

@MeadowFarmer Жыл бұрын

It was cool the way he make it look like a V8, and the way he kept components looking vintage, even the "gas" cap.

@vintagevinylvets1187 Жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@GnatGoSplat Жыл бұрын

I know Jay doesn't put guests' cars on the lift, but this is one car I really wanted to see underneath of and have Jonathan explain everything going on under it.

@tompastian3447 Жыл бұрын

Good point. The camera guy never even showed the radiator when they were talking about it. I don't think ICON wants people to know everything they do about making this conversion. Remember, money was not a problem for whoever wanted this conversion. I'm not sure if they really accomplished much, since the problems in CA with electric supply and water shortages are all factors. Goof ball Gov. Gavin Newsom was telling people a couple weeks ago NOT to charge their EV's at certain hours, due to their self inflicted energy crisis. The woke crowd has succeeded in shutting down about 5 major power plants in the North West that supplied power to CA, and other near by states.

@GnatGoSplat Жыл бұрын

@@mgermca Thanks, that's fantastic!

@TheSonic10160 Жыл бұрын

@@GnatGoSplat Mate, don't. It's spam and a scam.

@GnatGoSplat Жыл бұрын

@@TheSonic10160 No worries. I knew it wasn't really Jay, notice I addressed him as "Fake Jay". I don't know if Telegram has any legit uses (never used it myself), but a lot of scams coming out of there. Thanks for looking out for me though, much appreciated. 👍

@senatorjosephmccarthy2720 Жыл бұрын

@@TheSonic10160 , Everyone should press the 3 dots ••• and follow the prompts and Report Unwanted Spam. If enough reports are made, they're taken down.

@ericcsuf Жыл бұрын

One of the most enjoyable guests in the series. He's genuinely funny, knowledgeable and...well, genuine. If I had that kind of money, I'd work with him in a minute. I don't, but I can certainly enjoy seeing his work.

@electricaviationchannelvid7863 Жыл бұрын

The ICON guy is one of the best quality custom builder...all his presentations are smart and great!

@bromleysimon7414 Жыл бұрын

Expresses himself so articulately and accessibly. Seems like a high IQ but not in the least haughty about it.

@califas387 Жыл бұрын

Ok, here's why I think Jonathan Ward is great: while he pulls off the progressive hipster artist techie thing, way down deep inside he's still one of us, a real obsessive car guy. He is authentic and I think even non-car people sense that and trust him for it. Very rare combination and very cool the way he puts it together.

@mooslionheart Жыл бұрын

Direct Drive baby!🦊

@beborodner930 Жыл бұрын

HAa. You put words to exactly what I was thinking! I'm a big fan of all his work..

@harryballzack Жыл бұрын

Jonathan is the example when a car guy turns car nerd. And he is cooler for that. Love his videos when he totally geeks out on his builds.

@EndeavorsDnB Жыл бұрын

Why couldn’t he genuinely be both things? He may not just be “pulling off” a progressive, he may just be.

@bwofficial1776 Жыл бұрын

@@harryballzack If we had unlimited money we'd all be him. The level of detail he puts into his builds is incredible. He ignores nothing.

@harryballzack Жыл бұрын

Love how Jonathan dropped a plug for Jay's detailing supplies.

@avgjoegeek71 10 ай бұрын

His shop really uses all of them! Has a whole mini-shop shelf of his products.

@Justacogg Жыл бұрын

Many of the car manufacturers can take lessons from this gentleman! Kudos to Mr. J Leno for ushering in the new era!

@williamwampler7742 Жыл бұрын

I really love this build. Most if not all new EV's are super techie and feel like they're trying too hard. Even though this took massive amounts of work, it has that natural feeling to it. This is how it should be.

@tompastian3447 Жыл бұрын

Cost was never mentioned in this video. They never mentioned what the distance was either on the car if fully charged. There's a whole lot of factors in play in the real world where cost matters, and the availability of electricity. Who knows what CA will be facing in the future due to their current water and electric shortages.

@scottmeeker9971 Жыл бұрын

@@tompastian3447 Yet you aren't too concerned about the cost of gasoline or diesel project cars.

@justchillinout2002 Жыл бұрын

@@tompastian3447 I think you missed the point of william's comment.

@tompastian3447 Жыл бұрын

@@scottmeeker9971 Why would you say "I'm not too concerned about the cost of gasoline or diesel project cars? First, I know nothing about diesel project cars. Second, the reason Biden's poll numbers are in the toilet is because he has caused the spike in gas prices. CA gas prices are almost twice per gallon of what we currently have in FL. The prices of gas will continue to escalate if the US doesn't start producing more of it's own oil. The problem of the highest gas prices in US history, and the problems of electric shortages in CA are both man made. A good part of those problems are because government scraped perfectly good technology to suit their climate change agenda.

@tompastian3447 Жыл бұрын

@@1DEADBEEF1 Tell that to Joe Biden. Joe just tried to get the Saudis to keep the price low till after the election. The Saudis chose to stick it to Biden, and reduce US exports by 2 million barrels. I did mention in other posts under this video, that gas is at an all time high at the pump because of policy, not availability, i.e. Joe caused this problem. CA currently has an electrical supply problem, because over that past decades, their woke policies have shut down 5 power plants.

@phil4986 Жыл бұрын

Jay and Jonathan just shot the breeze cruising all over the place in this stunningly beautifully built car. It runs so silent and comfortable, they never had to raise their voices once. And that low mechanical rumble actually fits the cars character. NOBODY will EVER see it coming in it's true form. I LOVE that. The interior work is simply stunning. Because it works together and nothing sticks out as odd. The entire car has a fifties hot rod vibe to it. It's perfect.

@emo65170. Жыл бұрын

What are your thoughts on the rusty body patina trend? I'm torn.

@andrewnorris5415 Жыл бұрын

Poet.

@andrewnorris5415 Жыл бұрын

@@emo65170. This car is all about being different, not what meets the eye. It's within character. Assume it's only surface rust.

@Rapiddrive1 Жыл бұрын

@@emo65170. Shabby chic. The novel Future Shock predicted primitivism and faux decay as a reaction to sitting inside in manufactured sterile environments divorced from the natural world. Personally, I love the authentic patina that only decades can produce, further enforced with the real deal outside and the best inside. Stellar!!

@johnsimion2893 Жыл бұрын

"Stunningly beautiful"? You've got a really weird sense of beauty. A shiny, completely restored 1949 Mercury -- or even a restomod of the same -- would be a thing of beauty. This thing just screams, "Nobody bothered to wash, wax or put this car in the garage for the last 60 years." I mean, who wouldn't want to own a car that the builder itself describes as a "derelict"? There are two good things about this car. First, nobody needs to know that you just paid at least $200K for this ugly junk when restored originals or restomods are available right now for a fraction of that price. Second, you can continue to leave leave this thing outside for another ten years without bothering to wash or wax it and nobody could tell the difference.

@tanside979 Жыл бұрын

I didn't expect to like this, and was pleasantly surprised. Mr. Ward gets it, and you can tell he genuinely loves the soul of the original car. Very cool!

@sc3ku Жыл бұрын

This is an incredibly executed vision of resto-modding an older car as an EV. Fingers crossed that one day when the EV infrastructure is robust and kits like these have dropped in relative price, I can put one in a square body Blazer (for example) to make a wonderfully retro daily driver. Still keeping my ICE-powered Camaro as long as I can though :)

@TheHomeExpert5 Жыл бұрын

This guy comes across as very genuine and likable, which goes a long way with me.

@akadacat Жыл бұрын

What a great attitude Jonathan has. He has respect and love for the old beauties, married with a real understanding of the modern tech -and the challenges the planet faces. Reduce, Reuse, UPCYCLE! Thanks again Jay.

@jeffhughey1751 Жыл бұрын

Getting to sit shotgun and enjoy your guys conversation and insight is truly a gift. Always loved all the Icon builds and can't wait to see more.

@electricaviationchannelvid7863 Жыл бұрын

He is a master custom builder!

@alexkalish8288 7 күн бұрын

What an artist this man is , he has so much taste and artistic soul. He feels the soul of the original car and brings it out. The interior is a real masterpiece.

@yokaril Жыл бұрын

"Upcycle" a word that will stick in my brain forever Jonathan... another masterpiece you have created here...

@TimothyArcher Жыл бұрын

Really happy to see Jonathan and Icon back on the show. While my automotive dream was in its infancy back in about 2018, I was seeing Jonathan and his company featured here and completely enjoyed learning this rapidly growing sector of the market. Back then I could hardly imagine how far my interest in the industry would carry me. Jay, Jonathan, thank you for everything.

@vintagevinylvets1187 Жыл бұрын

Wow, driving the car through Jay’s garage, it was eerily quiet. I love however, the way Ward explains everything with great flow. Very laid back and incredibly informative without boring you to tears with facts and stats. We love love to see more of him on the show.🙏🏻👍🎧

@alenuel Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Let's talk via the number above 🎉🎉...

@byrongardiner3109 Жыл бұрын

Love listening to Jonathan talk about his process and his choices.

@warriormagazine6905 Жыл бұрын

Destroying a genuine Americana???? That's Enviro geek BS.

@scottmeeker9971 Жыл бұрын

@@warriormagazine6905 It's the future, Trog.

@warriormagazine6905 Жыл бұрын

@@scottmeeker9971 No, I prefer to commit suicide before driving an EV

@Chopski64 Жыл бұрын

@@warriormagazine6905 It's not for you and that's fine. The engineering behind this is what I love. I'm not an EV person but others are. Why should they only drive new cars? America!

@tempusfugit9009 Жыл бұрын

i love hearing them say engine by accident im sure. ;)

@justayoutuber1906 Жыл бұрын

I love listening to John talk about the industry and his approach. The guy sounds like a high tech guy as well as a car guy. Cool car. The 48 Buick convertible he brought in was one of the best videos Jay has ever done. Jay loved that old Icon!

@murrayspiffy2815 Жыл бұрын

Just knowing that such cars can exist - makes the world a nicer place.

@paweszczepanski6738 Жыл бұрын

Jonathan Ward is an artist and an inspiration. What a guy!

@tubesled2020 Жыл бұрын

I got to talk to Jonathan when he was showing this Merc at the SEMA show In Vegas. He gave me the whole nickle tour. A very nice guy, nothing pretentious about him. An awesome job, on a classic car.👍🏼

@text-5597 Жыл бұрын

✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️......

@williamzoom9200 Жыл бұрын

Jay usually knows so much about the cars he features; this is the rare case where the builder throws him a curveball every step of the way!

@michaeleaster1815 Жыл бұрын

100% ... and the guest is really sharp and well-spoken. Jay was on the back-foot the whole time and seemed almost uncomfortable (being a control freak).

@retroguy9494 Жыл бұрын

Well, you dudes have to remember that Jay is mainly a combustion engine guy! I think the electrics, except for his own antique Baker electric, kind of throw him off a bit. I know the feeling. I've been a car guy since the age of 8 and now in my late 50's I really don't understand much about these electric cars.

@bwofficial1776 Жыл бұрын

@@michaeleaster1815 Jay's a detail guy. Jonathan Ward takes detail to a whole new level. His builds have been on Jay's channel and others. He ignores nothing on his builds and money is no object.

@Rapiddrive1 Жыл бұрын

I did find myself laughing out loud that every plausible answer Jay offered he ended up being corrected. It almost got to be an Abbott and Costello routine. Thankfully, Jay was more invested in understanding than stroking his own ego.

@michaeleaster1815 Жыл бұрын

@@Rapiddrive1 Jay handled it gracefully, but he's dyslexic and I sensed that he was unsettled (as he likely was in the classroom). One way dyslexics cope (understandably) is to control a narrative, and he usually has a firm grip on that. I might be wrong but I think he (a comedian) never joked about it being an A&C routine.

@Ganiscol Жыл бұрын

The body of this car is hysterical! The color, the rust and the little lizard - I love it! ❤ And underneath it, the product of a lot of thought and engineering love. Beautiful vehicle.

@fiatfixie4344 Жыл бұрын

That was my thought. He integrated the patina and old styling into his mods so well even Jay couldn't tell the difference on most of it.

@mcspikesky Жыл бұрын

Icon does nothing better. Check out their merc 300sel

@R.J.1 Жыл бұрын

ICON's builds are truly stunning. Especially their "Derelict" cars.

@2006gtobob Жыл бұрын

MOTORS!!!!! Not engines. But, I am guessing they're just saying that to irritate us all for fun. What a beautifully engineered fully realized car! A masterpiece!

@jeffstorey9147 Жыл бұрын

Judging by the conversation on the cooling system, I’m not sure words have meaning for this guy.

@Matteo_Licata Жыл бұрын

I love the fact they made the electric hardware under the hood nice to look at, contrary to the bland black boxes you usually see on converted cars. Possibly the best EV conversion I've seen so far, and one I'd gladly own myself.

@paulplummer9151 Жыл бұрын

Nice to look at, and a lot neater than the typical electric car apparatus.

@alexandrep4913 Жыл бұрын

Wished they spruced up the hood, it looks terrible and I don't care if they gave it a name for why it looks terrible and normalized it .

@willv7868 Жыл бұрын

I'm for saving any of these old cars in any manner. Cool car!!

@speakingout6345 Жыл бұрын

Just saying this car will ALWAYS be relevant, beautiful build, well done, lots of fun

@jimmyguy428 Жыл бұрын

I'm an engine guy, first and foremost, but I do like the current (pun not intended ) EV technology. I absolutely love this build because it's very tastefully done.

@retroguy9494 Жыл бұрын

You DO eh? So what do you think? You think we'll make sleepy Joe's target of being all electric by, what is it? 2035? I don't like the damn things. Nothing like the rumble of a good old fashioned American V8! Except perhaps a Cadillac V-16!

@jakobholgersson4400 Жыл бұрын

@@retroguy9494 The industry's to go all-electric by then. But there's no talk of banning ICE's already on the road. And many countries are contemplating exceptions for enthusiast cars. So, knowing the average lifespan of cars today, we can expect to see people daily ICE powered cars into the 2060's and enthusiast cars to stay on the roads indefinitely.

@zapfanzapfan Жыл бұрын

@@retroguy9494 The Tonight Show host of 2120 will have gasoline powered cars just like Jay has steam cars from 100 years ago 🙂

@retroguy9494 Жыл бұрын

@@jakobholgersson4400 Well, yes, I know that at least here in the States the program is that all NEW cars sold by like 2035 have to be electric or at least not gasoline internal combustion. They aren't going to make everyone trade in their old cars. That would be impossible anyway as many people cannot afford to buy new cars. 2060's eh? Well, that's good because I'll be dead by then! LOL Hopefully they will not ban classic and antique cars here. I'd hate to have to sell mine!

@retroguy9494 Жыл бұрын

@@zapfanzapfan Yea bruh. That is, if there is still a 'Tonight Show' 100 years from now or for that matter, if there is even television at all! LOL From what I read, more and more people are getting into streaming what with the high cost of cable, satellite, etc.

@jtderby Жыл бұрын

The Rolls Royce he did is still my favorite from an outrageously crazy restomod standpoint but the engineering, above the usual with him, puts this in a really close second place. If I ever win the lottery Mr. Ward, I'll be one of those customers wanting to let your brain run wild on a creation.

@retroguy9494 Жыл бұрын

To turn that particular vintage Rolls into a restomod is a sin of the worst kind. For us classic luxury car guys like ME anyway!

@eballin45 Жыл бұрын

Million different ways to be a car person. Some buy $1000 tires just to burnout, some never let the car go outdoors or run drive, etc etc Jay's said quite a few times. Whoever paid the money can get/do whatever they wish! May be just to get that Rolls and destroy it (may have trauma from being abused in one, desiring one so bad that their family fell apart who knows) there is no and shouldn't be a rule

@keithmarshall7715 Жыл бұрын

@@retroguy9494 What is your view of chucking this vintage engine in the bin and replacing it with an electric motor?

@retroguy9494 Жыл бұрын

@@keithmarshall7715 Well, as I recall, the Rolls restomod Jay reviewed was a '58 Silver Cloud. There were only about 2,200 of those made. Conversely, there were 120,000 of these '49 Mercury coupes made. There are still a lot of them around today so its okay to take a couple of them and trick them out. In addition, it was an average car many people owned. But the Rolls, besides BEING a Rolls, are so few in number that the ones left should be preserved as stock. That particular vintage Rolls is almost like a work of art. As are most of them made before the '70's. Its not the type of car one should make into something it was never intended.

@duane4972 Жыл бұрын

@@retroguy9494 I think Mr. WARD has the talent, ability and vision to match anyone involved in the design and development of any existing automobile, RR, Duesenberg, Ferrari ... included.

@sira.scottascot8865 Жыл бұрын

Imagine someone getting into this as you're walking by. The sound of those doors closing is a thing of beauty.

@mikeb46 Жыл бұрын

Jonathan Ward is a daggum genius. To invent what went into the Merc and make if fit and operate so smoothly is incredible. I'm stunned.

@asspaddler Жыл бұрын

I like this guy Ward, true car guy with a vision for classics.

@michaelbaumgardner2530 Жыл бұрын

Being an old school gearhead I'll have to say it's definitely got a Wow factor under the hood...I Dig it

@georgecostanza2695 Жыл бұрын

I always got a retro vibe from the TT but never thought of it that way @10:50. Now that Jay made the comparison… the resemblance is actually undeniable. I guess what’s old does become new again! Anyways, thanks again for another great start to the week Mr. Leno!

@billbernhard3582 Жыл бұрын

Hey Jay ! Heal up and get well, brother ! We will all wait expectantly for your return !

@bevans8549 Жыл бұрын

He starts talking battery tech, 400 volts, next time 800, independent 4wheel etc., Jay's eyes glaze over and he moves to trying to open gas fill cover. It is truly a beautiful car just left the way it is. Nice work getting this one on the road.

@bullieboi Жыл бұрын

In the movie "Gattaca", everyone drove old classics converted to electric. Great movie.

@Sashazur Жыл бұрын

Yes, I really liked the visual style of that film. I remember seeing a lot of Studebaker Avantis.

@rolandschoenke1840 Жыл бұрын

What a great guy, open minded and knows what he's comfortable building.

@obsidian.... Жыл бұрын

Johnathan Ward is one of the best human beings in the Automotive world. He is so damn transparent with everything and lacks all BS and pretense 🙏👍

@Pantuflas295 8 ай бұрын

'Crazy 'Bout the Mercury'. K.C. Douglass, 1952. Ward's a creative genius. Love that Icon builds could blockbust MOMA but live cruising the PCH. Understated, detailed timeless beauty + engineering. [What happened to American auto design? To abandon all that wonderful WWII airplane design & voluptuous solidity seems like willful incompetence.] This masterpiece renews a life affirming love affair with the American automobile. iViva Icon!

@PUNCHARD800ftlb Жыл бұрын

the coolest EV i have ever seen plus your not cutting up the body too much im really liking these style of conversions

@sickjohnson Жыл бұрын

Jonathan Ward and his team at Icon do incredible work...this is absolutely undeniable Jay.

@Rapiddrive1 Жыл бұрын

My son and I have been looking for the last four years how best to create a personalized EV out of an eye catching classic with just the right pátina. The melted jellybean modern car is BORING. We came close to grabbing a 48 convertible Cadillac but felt daunted taking something so old and modernizing it without breaking the bank. I lust after how they’ve done this old Mercury. Bravo! Truly, an icon.

@YSA920 2 ай бұрын

What a great selection of stored cars Johnathan mentions in the latter part of this video. 1941 Graham Hollywood, 1947 Pontiac, 1946 Hudson.

@brob9995 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad that Eric Clapton found another passion :)

@barrycuda3769 Жыл бұрын

Eric Clapton's always been a hot rodder actually.

@willv7868 Жыл бұрын

When is someone going to electrify an AMC Pacer?!!! It's the car I didn't know I needed!!

@jansanchez8437 Жыл бұрын

This guy lives this stuff. Loaded with information and enthusiasm. Fun to watch.

@BakerStudiosIndy Жыл бұрын

I've said it before and I'll say it again... Jonathan Ward is my spirit animal. Always good to see Jonathan and Jay get together.

@Praterphil Жыл бұрын

Love it! Thanks Jay for having such great cars and guests!

@fredbissnette3104 Жыл бұрын

this is a fantastic car

@weets69 Жыл бұрын

This guy is my hero. Speak nerd, but I understand him. That car is so sweet. Luv the original patina and original look of the car. Great job.

@GoViking933 Жыл бұрын

I am officially newly in love with the '49 Merc.

@stephenyoutubin4476 Жыл бұрын

This guy took the cars soul, Jay knows it too.

@doctorzaius4084 Жыл бұрын

The seats and door trim are absolutely incredible and I wish we got a few more shots of them. Look like it could have easily come stock in '49 but actually a much more eye-catching design than factory.

@BlssedToBeFree Жыл бұрын

That is a waiting list I’d like to be on. Great show Jay and Jonathan!!

@kennethkingsbury5266 Жыл бұрын

I love listening to this creative genesis describing his loving creation.

@robertradcliffeiii5464 Жыл бұрын

I'm a hardcore Kustom with a K builder and owner, but I can still appreciate the way they built this Merc. Why? Because it doesn't blend into the sea of chopped '49-'51 Mercs that have been around since they were new. When I first saw it, I thought it was silly, but now I really dig it and I think Jonathan Ward is amazing at what he does. How many kustom guys (or purists) would die to get their hands on a virgin, creampuff Merc coupe like this? It just adds to the in-your-face attitude of this build. I would love to see this in person. Fantastic job!

@BigMaxGames Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful episode... Thanks for sharing and thanks to Jonathon Ward and Icon for putting out such an amazing vehicle.

@marvinstewart2619 Жыл бұрын

Two wonderfully unique guys enjoying each others views. Great video!!

@romeysmith1004 5 ай бұрын

Like it, reminds me of my uncle Fred, Merc Man in the era. Great job

@traywilson 6 ай бұрын

Absolute fave car ever. I love this. So glad they left the body as-is.

@Redmenace96 Жыл бұрын

Icon Motors Guy is a good salesman. I'll bet he does really well for himself in California.

@richardelliott8352 Жыл бұрын

No doubt. I heard about this build, without many details , on a public radio car show broadcast in Los Angeles, well before it was finished, only because they heard about it through the automotive grapevine as being a sensation that would shake up the industry. Have to say, it kind of puts the guys who pride themselves on the innovation that wins big car shows as being mired in the past. Because they also are working with pretty much unlimited budgets, but are turning out obsolete stuff, no longer on the cutting edge of imagination.

@tomthumb288 Жыл бұрын

Another episode of “Jay Leno’s Electric Garage”

@johnjacobjingleheimerschmi3857 Жыл бұрын

Yep. Jay's gotten on the ESG Score, Green-Renewable-Save-The-Planet Bandwagon.

@jray5363 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful Car! Great Build! It’s great to watch someone who obviously loves what he does talk about it. The enthusiasm just oozes out.

@jimmyestrella4093 Жыл бұрын

Now thats a beautiful electric motor...amazing

@ritewayempire Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video! So much knowledge and love of cars! Couldn't look away!

@rogermouton2273 Жыл бұрын

Love these guys, and love the Derelicts. Some of my favourite content.

@rogermouton2273 Жыл бұрын

@@taponmyprofiletoconectwithme FO

@alanblanes2876 Жыл бұрын

I am so glad you went over this special ICON ... a real treat!

@XxLIVRAxX Жыл бұрын

But seriously though, what a beautifull build, the charm of vintage cars is something else

@LouT1501 Жыл бұрын

I didn't think that I would enjoy this at all but it was a really interesting episode with a very unique guest and car.

@jwaterous224 Жыл бұрын

What a joy to drive the Mercury it must be. It looks like a great way to spend an afternoon.

@garyalford9394 Жыл бұрын

Would much rather have this a resto mode, now that would be cruising !!

@robert-oq9jq Жыл бұрын

Jay's looking like he's thinking geez I didn't think this guy would go full flamer in front of the camera like this

@Brian-os9qj Жыл бұрын

When two favorite car dudes, of quite different perspectives,find a common language. Never miss their offers. Thx Jay.& Jonathan.

@jimjones1876 Жыл бұрын

my all time favorite guest on the show. ICON once again delivers!

@text-5597 Жыл бұрын

✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️🎁🎁.......

@stevepearce6689 Жыл бұрын

Me too

@mikeb3172 Жыл бұрын

You love whiny people that destroy cars?

@timcrawford8744 Жыл бұрын

Jay,This was a great episode, it was educational, interesting, and a look into the future. Well done!

@AttilaDude Жыл бұрын

The epitome of the Perfect classic car 49-51 Mercury Eight! Ever since I saw it in the film COBRA I always loved them!!!

@brentdobson5264 Жыл бұрын

A powerful streamlined design from yesterday's styling . What a sweet beautiful cool car ...'t even has wabi ❤ !

@florinvid Жыл бұрын

"don't tell him it's an EV. He'll be heartbroken" 😂

@christalbert722 Жыл бұрын

The SOUND those doors make when closing is just..... sexy? Solid? Substantial? It's like a vault closing, like nothing could get through them :)

@neilmccann5826 Жыл бұрын

This vid waa posted prior to Jay's accident. Jay!...We are all hoping and praying that you have a rapid and complete recovery from your burns. Take care, Buddy

@andrevonsuppiny2700 2 күн бұрын

Love the car. Beautiful job with engineering, You can see the passion in that man for what he does, Who love to see what he does with a Cadillac convertible? Preferably gray with red leather interior

@kadimsilahtar Жыл бұрын

Professor Leno and Maestro Ward, thats what I call the team. An extraordinary piece of engineering, the Merc. Thank you gentlemen for doing what you have been doing.

@v12tommy Жыл бұрын

I saw that a few years back in a booth at the SEMA show. It was amazing. I bet I stopped by at least once each day of the show, and I'd find another detail I missed previously.

@LlyleHunter Жыл бұрын

This is what I hope becomes of the American EV. A big statement that says I can be huge and silent comfortable and luxurious and not pollute the air! Mission Finally Accomplished!!!!

@marvindebot3264 Жыл бұрын

That is utterly wonderful and I want one.

@Bitboycrypto9 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations send me a direct message on Telegram for your surprise package🎁

@devil2jz500 Жыл бұрын

I love combustion engines, but I have been contemplating EV converting one of my classics. I love this one!

@Neojhun Жыл бұрын

Only do it on a classic where the engine was horrible or drive train has been thoroughly destroyed. I'm a massive BEV fanboy but I also love special engines. Some old cars should not be swapped, this does not include a dime a dozen 911.

@babstude Жыл бұрын

do it !! I've been wanting to do a conversion to my '51 Stude for years and years now; time and money is my current problem; ha ha

@kbjerke Жыл бұрын

I absolutely *LOVE* that car!! And the leather steering wheel wrap is almost identical to the one I did on The Guild's 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Speciale... Thanks for the video, Jay!

@kirstenspencer3630 Жыл бұрын

Listen to the drivers door latch. Thank you jay for asking the right questions " like 134 ?"

@CentralTexasRailJetProductions Жыл бұрын

Great way to start the morning! Thanks Jay!

@stuartmcs Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this icon creation, love the execution. Old look super hi-tech drivetrain. Keep bringing these unique wheeled vehicles to the channel.

@chrismaines1285 Жыл бұрын

I’ve always loved and followed Icon motors. Always wanted a Land cruiser or Thrift Master done by them.

@yvesalepin3486 Жыл бұрын

This is awesome! Thanks Jay for this cool video on this awesome car and your friend!

@DetroitMicroSound Жыл бұрын

I think classic conversions has a GIANT FUTURE! Outdoes Tesla on cool, BY FAR. Some companies doing conversions, crate the original engine, and related systems, and the conversion is fully reversible. Makes a lot of sense. I'll bet many end up selling the engines off. All crated up, and ready to ship... Also, a way to help the seller defray some of the conversion cost.

@DetroitMicroSound Жыл бұрын

Well, that's a new kind of scam artist. Go away, scumbag.

@richardelliott8352 Жыл бұрын

I also think such a future could be very appealing to anyone who appreciates old things, and, because of the freedom from ICE complexity, not just be limited to car enthusiasts. I am hopeful I can steward my old 2003 convertible corvette well enough to avoid the crusher, and , although I won't live to see it, one day in the far future , when battery or systems technology has advanced far enough to not screw up the car, it will be converted to run as modern , and continue to bring usefulness and joy.

@jamesnewman7294 Жыл бұрын

Jonathan Ward is not only a brilliant engineer, but also a master communicator! Hugely enjoyable and then some!

@daviddurhamgroup7609 Жыл бұрын

The Perfect mix. Way to go Jonathan.

@lynnreynolds1495 Жыл бұрын

so cool, someone is thinking and playing and doing

@Sirtop13 Жыл бұрын

I love that engine bay. That guy is %100 a car guy and engineer.

@bwofficial1776 Жыл бұрын

Look up his company ICON. He only puts the best quality components and the best engineering in his cars. Money means nothing to him, it costs what it costs. He's obsessive in all the right ways.