Jay Leno Drives the First Supercar: 1913 Mercedes 3795 Double Phaeton Torpedo | Jay Leno's Garage

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Before Bugatti. Before Ferrari. Before McLaren. There was this. 💥

Jay Leno takes you back in time to drive what many consider to be the first true supercar: the 1913 Mercedes 3795 Double Phaeton Torpedo. With a 580 cubic inch (9.6L!) 4-cylinder engine producing 95 horsepower, this beast could reach 100 mph — in 1913.

Restored to period-correct glory by the Nethercutt Collection, this chain-driven monster shows off the cutting-edge luxury and power of pre-WWI engineering. Featuring coachwork by Henri Labourdette, three overhead valves per cylinder, and jaw-dropping design, this is automotive royalty.

If you love early automotive history, German engineering, or just pure vintage speed — this is your ride. Strap in.

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