Original Venice Crew's 1965 Shelby GT350 Competition Continuation - Jay Leno’s Garage 

This car is seriously legendary. Mr. Shelby is smiling down on these gentlemen and the great Mustangs they build.

“I know there are faster cars, and there are better handling cars. But this just gives you such a connection, such a feeling.” That’s the secret sauce that is sadly missing in modern cars.

So cool. Real muscle. It looks good rolling down the street 🏁🏁🏁

What a beautiful car !! Ford, Shelby and the great men that joined them build world classics

That thing has the perfect muscle car cammy idle. Not too much, not too little. Sounds the business when you open it up too.

Just amazing info here.

I live and breathe GM but this was a simply amazing and beautiful car.

Jim is a gangster of some sort, keeping an eye on his surroundings at all times.

Great video again Jay thank you.

"They got the tape player": Me: **Huge Bass in the trunk connected to bluetooth** "Okay..."

Some little fitment issues up front, but it still looks fantastic!

Nice shirts boys.

Jay should do mustangkyle's vette stang

By the way Jay Leno, I am that guy you were always looking for, but could never find. That knew the man that murdered Henry Ford. Those guys were likely on the "original crew" Which was hand picked by me to watch the owner of Ford Automotive Company, who threaten to murder Shelby if the 9 month old baby didn't build the 500th Shelby GT500. Henry Ford was the only man that built the 98i the Mustang G.T. and the Shelby G.T., I can't remember if it was signed GT or G.T., but the Shelby Mustang GT500, named Eleanor was the one I built to save Shelby Fords life the night Henry Ford was murdered, by the man that took Henry Ford's garage and turned it into the Ford Automotive Company. The original owner of Ford Automotive Company was the one that murdered Henry Ford, I was the one that was Henry Ford's friend and I was the one that built the Shelby Mustang GT500 named Eleanor. Henry Ford was Murdered because the man that murdered him watch the 499th Shelby lift off the ground and fly, because it was the tiniest bit under weight and flew. I put the wheels on the 499th, that was already hand painted by Henry, and was told the wheels came off when Henry rolled the car. But there was no damage to the car and only the wheels were unscrewed, and taken off. Henry Ford literally got murder for his garage and for literally flying the underweight Shelby he built, that I believe did not have the paint on yet for the 499th made designation. That is why I can't remember if the Shelby was designated G.T. or GT, because I never saw the ones already sold. I know I designated the one I made from having watched Henry Ford build all of the other ones by hand myself, the Shelby Mustang GT500 (Eleanor) named Eleanor for the new wife of Henry Ford. To later in life let Shelby know who Henry Ford's wife was. The reason for it being the Shelby Mustang GT500 was because I found the only Mustang emblem in his garage left over from the previous years model, and I slapped it on the flat grey unpainted knock off Shelby, making it the only hand built by me, Shelby Mustang GT500 Eleanor. It is a one of a kind car. Because it is literally, the only car I ever built, and I only built it to save baby Shelby Ford's life, and I swore never to build another car again. The car I did the casino building to casino building jump in, in 1967 was built by my dad for me to do the jump in a flying car. All I did was slight adjust the one he built. He really wanted to build me those 9 cars on the 48th floor, because he wanted to reverse enigineer other mechanics machines, to figure out how they worked. He never got to watch Henry Ford build a car though, like I did.

Great looking car but how did they let that left headlight trim bezel go out the door like that?

These cars sounds so much meaner than the Stangs of today. The exhaust notes sound much lower and has a stout growl to it.

Funny how the 1965 and the 1950 look sooooooo similar!🤪

Thank you for putting these gentlemen and the history they represent on your channel, Jay. As the man said, you are "keeper of the flame" - a true steward of the cars you keep and bringing public awareness to gentlemen like these is a great service to the hobby.

Wow. I worked for Jim almost forty years ago when I was in high school in a Cleveland suburb. I still remember him giving me a ride in his Sunbeam Tiger. Good seeing him again.

"They got the tape player, all the modern things"

I just watched Jay’s video on the 2020 Shelby GT500. Amazing car, but I can honestly say this GT350 is the one I’d take. Can’t beat the sound of that small block Ford.

This is my kind of Mustang. I'd prefer this over any Corvette or Hemi. It's so good to see these old guys keeping the traditional alive. This is why I watch Jay Leno's garage, for content like this. The history and stories of Shelby is very interesting. Thank you.

This was Jay's calling, ''Jay Leno's Garage'' is infinitely more entertaining than The Tonight Show.

EASILY one of my all time favorite automobiles that has ever existed. Money aside, I'd take this over any Ferrari.

"He had really good looking secretaries" Jay immediately changes subject 🤣😂🤣

This guy said “long story short” twice and still told the long version of the story 😂😂 that made me laugh.

No computer control, only horsepower, this is a real masterpiece!

Gonna wait for the end of the video before I ask why they said 1950. Edit: No explanation. Typo

What an unexpected thrill! So lucky that guys like this are inspired to build a beautiful car like that!! Thank you Jim and Ted....and thanks Jay for showing it on your channel....so cool!

Four speed and a 289. That beauty sounds like heaven

This is the first car in a long time that really makes me wish I had more money. I can't imagine the opportunity to buy a continuation GT 350.

Jesus, these guys followed their dream as kids, and ended up in the heart of something epic and real. Then they dared to recapture some of that magic now. Respect gentlemen and thanks.

Just amazing. Watching your RU-vid on Monday mornings is the highlight of my week. Sitting here in my chair, sound down on the TV. The wife walks by and says "Monday morning and Jay?". She knows me too well!

That sound. GLORIOUS !!!

Thats the most wow Shelby mustang I think I’ve ever seen

I'd take one of these beauties over a brand new one any day.

2400 lbs! There's a power to weight ratio. I'm 70 years old also. These guys prove old guys rock!

If I had the money I would be ordering one right now! Sweet car and made by men of history!

The guys from Venice have matured, thankfully their cars haven't! Thanks to Carroll Shelby for his vision. Can't wait to see 'Ford vs. Ferrari!

Oh my gosh I wouldn't have thought so many people would freak out about a date typo by some social media or video editing assistant. Relax everyone! It's not like Jay himself made the mistake. They'll probably fix it soon and then the comments won't even make sense. It's really not a big deal. Are you car people, or trolls? Seems hardly anybody cares to comment about the car itself.

Who wouldn't like to spend the afternoon with these two old timers and listen to their stories?

Since when was there a 1950 Shelby gt350?

My uncle use to drive his 65 Mustang all around our neighborhood in the early 70s and would take me along because the rest of the family thought the car was "too ugly and loud" and never went. He sold it shortly after that, in either 75 or 76 and I never saw it again.

Awesome, just awesome!

These Mustangs are a part of our auto history here in the United States and for that reason alone, they deserve to exist and to be cherished by the current and future owners.

These old guys have had a great life and contributed to something bigger than themselves

Almost like having Shelby on the show himself, legendary! 💙

There's no better sounding V8 than a Ford at full chat

I can remember when the first gas crisis hit you could find Shelby Mustangs on used car lots for 2 grand. Who knew?

I love how Jay called a Tape player "all the modern things"

That car is rolling perfection and history in motion. Every single element of it and it’s execution is perfect. For me it’s one of the best cars you’ve ever featured.

"tape player, all the modern things"

"How many have you built?" "We have orders for 8". I guess that means they just have the one.

Truly legendary car, and the life stories from these gentlemen puts a smile on my face.

It’s a rule to blip the throttle when upshifting like Steve McQueen when in an old mustang.

I keep my GT350 garaged in Gran turismo 2 (and in my heart)

Those were the days... So great to see these two legends continue the Shelby legacy. All my respect, dear Sirs!

🇺🇸 Pure American Nostalgia

Sweet ride!!!👍😎👍

All this time passed and these are still just the toughest looking machines on the road. Sounds a little cold blooded sputtering thru town, but once the revs come up it sings so sweetly

Jay I really enjoy these type of videos. Thanks.

I love this car for the visceral feel that it is projecting. I grew up in a strong Ford family in Detroit. This car brings back the strong memories I have of that glorious period between 1963 and 1968 when Caroll Shelby and Ford ruled the racing world. I remember seeing pictures and talking to Ford engineers about the Mustang IRS. These guys are not BSing, it is the real deal. I always wished Ford had green lighted the IRS for production or as an option for the Mustang. I owned a 1966 K-Code hardtop. Jay is right the GT350 and engine pulls you into the driving experience. If I have one complaint with this car and it deals with switching out the original solid lifter camshaft for a high lift roller rocker camshaft. I have nothing against the roller rocker. I have one in my 1987 Mustang GT 5-speed Convertible. It does what it supposed to do perfectly in a 87 Mustang but not in a 65 or 66 Shelby GT 350. If you ever owned K code Mustang the beautiful sound of a solid lifter making power at any speed is truly intoxicating. It was part of allure of the 289. I know roller rocker makes more power but who cares. The car is an historical throw back to an era that a few great men got together and made something historical and unforgettable.The manual steering, high pressure plate clutch, un- silenced air cleaner, noisy exhaust and solid lifter cam was the strong allure of the Shelby GT 350 and 289 K-Code engine . I hope the Venice Crew will give the buyer the option to have a solid lifter cam in his GT350. Outside of that the car is perfect in its execution.

One word: legendary. What these people did with hearts, heads and hands is simply legendary. Thanks for having it on the show, Jay!

1950? Didn't know Shelby had access to the Mustang schematics 14 years early.

You know Jay has a lot of respect for all things Shelby when he actually COMBS his hair for the episode!!! lol

1950???? I really expect better quality control out of this type of production...

C'mon Jay, you gotta buy one of these continuation Shelby's. #36 perhaps !!! a matched set !

Next episode 1850 Mustang.

A new old Shelby can't get much more real then that!

Someone needs to stack sandbags around my mouth or my drool is going to flood the neighborhood! I want that car! If you ever give it away, I'd give it a loving home!

Great car. Great guest. Awesome sound.

Love the original GT350

Ford's racing history is just so great.

This car is Awesome and got plenty of HP. I love how Jay drives a car he is never afraid to throw his foot into it..

What an episode, story & crew.

27:36 Mmm. Music to the ears.

Born in Whittier, ca. 1948, loved all the 60's muscle, had a ball, great memories!, thanks my friend! Gary in Oregon

Beautiful car ,better Looking than modern mustang.:-):-)

American engineering. Beautiful.

More 1960s Mustangs please, Jay.

That car has glorious sound!!

I have tears down my cheeks. I remember the launch of the GT 350, and it still sends shivers down my spine !

You know you're a gearhead when you hear a car not running 100% on the internet and instead of watching the video, you're running a diag in your head the whole time LOL.

Simply awesome ! !

Carroll would be proud of that GT350.. !!! Horse power and handling from the OGs from Venice..!

This how clean the engine bay looked when my brother and I would work on his Sunbird when he had it.

Looks like the Venice crew has been busy working double shift at the all you can eat breakfast buffet since ‘65...need that extra 100 horse.

My 18 year-old daughter just got her GT350; she wanted a Mustang with a stick and, since she is junior at a very good university and got a full scholarship & a violinist scholarship, a dealer buddy hooked us up with a deal we couldn't beat on a Ford-owned GT350 we had shipped from Michigan. She loves her Mustang

I was watching an interview with Carroll Shelby yesterday and he said he never actually wanted to build a Mustang & he hated when the Mustang got more muscle & heavier. He loved his sport cars. He actually never even wanted to develop the 427, but had to because Chevy was pushing their big blocks.

My friend bought a 64½ mustang in 6th grade. He took me to 140 mph on milk crates and only one door. I've always loved Mustangs because of Cody.

That lil stroked 331 is putting out a lot of power and torque with a hydraulic roller instead of a solid roller to boot. I’m impressed damn

Best looking mustang ever!

“Just a big screen to keep birds outta there.” Hahahahaha

This is very cool to see this being done.

What a great piece of history to have the original guys who created this iconic car. I was reading those same magazines as kid way back in the day. Great video!

One of the best sounding engines I have heard of ALL of Jay's videos.

Niiiice. All the changes done for the right reasons, with most sounding like they were things that the original crew wanted on them 'back in the day'.

This is amazing! Great car great stories!! I just saw Ford V Ferrari too!! Great movie too!!

Oh Lordy I want this car

Doesn't get much better. That car has heart and soul, and lots of it.