Jay Leno takes viewers inside his 2004 Porsche Carrera GT on a memorable episode of Jay Leno’s Garage, celebrating one of Porsche’s most legendary supercars. He explains how the V10 engine was originally developed for Le Mans racing before becoming the heart of this lightweight, analog masterpiece.
Leno walks through the car’s engineering highlights, from its tiny ceramic clutch and carbon-fiber chassis to its bespoke suspension and center-lock wheels, while sharing ownership stories and maintenance surprises.
The episode also revisits a dramatic moment at Talladega, where Leno spun the Carrera GT at nearly 200 mph after lifting off the throttle—an experience he chalks up to driver error rather than flawed design. Throughout the drive, he raves about the car’s intoxicating exhaust note, razor-sharp feel, and timeless craftsmanship, calling it one of the most emotional and rewarding cars he’s ever driven.
Source: Jay Leno’s Garage
